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Newspaper
Jacksons Hole Courier
Location
Jackson, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1917
Page
1
Richard Thornton known as Dismal Dick was shot and killed by William Stilson at the Stilson ranch near Elk-Stilson. The fatal shooting followed a long standing feud after Thornton rode to Stilson’s ranch with a rifle intending to kill Stilson.
The Fourth of July in Jackson featured a windy dusty day with a large public dinner at the schoolhouse and a 2:30 PM program in the Club House including songs recitations readings and short patriotic addresses by T. W. Delaney and D. C. Nowlin. A ball game between Co. M and Jackson’s Hole ended 13 to 0 for Co. M and evening events drew crowds for a play and all night dance.
Thornton confronts Stilson on his land. Stilson hides wife and baby as Thornton circles the cabin, threatening with a rifle. Stilson tries to lure him away and escape past a barn, while Thornton maneuvers for a clear shot amid tense standoff.
The National Council of Defense and State Council of Defense announce a program to select and train officers. A board chaired by C. M. Whitney will receive applications and examine candidates from Wyoming, with about 24 likely to be accepted for the August 27 session at Presidio near San Francisco.
Notice to Teachers The next regular examination for teachers certificates will be held at Kemmerer Afton Jackson and Marpleton on July 20 27 and 29 1017 As Cheney Board of Education will not change recertification rites for 1917 teachers desiring to raise the grade of certificates are advised to write at this time Margaret F Nicholson County Supt Kemmerer Wyo June 22 1917 We will pay Parcel Post and deliver at your Mail Box High Patent flour at 43 05 per bag of 48 pounds Teton Valley Power Milling Co Driggs Idaho
Thornton was killed when Stilson, in front of his horse, fired the bullet from a 33 Winchester into Thornton’s right chest. Stilson sought help at the Perrin ranch, coroner James I. May summoned jurors War ret Henrie A. A. Chambers and J. P. Cunningham, who found no crime. Thornton was buried on his Rik ranch as his family could not be reached. Stilson expressed sorrow but claimed he had no choice.
A damaged bridge over the Staike River is undermining supports and endangering crossings. A temporary cable system has been installed for fielding traffic while the river rises, and officials seek a major repair to restore safe service. Local residents report traffic is diverted to the riverbank as horses and pedestrians share the precarious alternate route.
The note warns travelers to carry a remedy for sudden bowel complaints and cramps during journeys. It urges preparedness, mentions Chamberlain’s remedy, and cautions that unavailability on trains or strips can cause issues.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Tanith ean up front and a probate figure amid shifting names. References to Lamb family, a resident of the Hole, Star Valley and Shakerivereynyor appear with scattered details about moves and acquaintances.
Mrs Gd Wort hosted a Friday afternoon gathering at Hotel Jackson for the Pape Pood Chile of Jackson. Attendees included Mrs Hoy Metiride Mos de Saunders Miss Forrester and Miss Nellie Goolrick. Contest games featured a puzzle cutlery task and a nations tag. Beagle won the latter. prizes were candies. Luncheon followed with red bouquets and blue flowers as decor.
Eugene Krieht of Williin reports Chamberlin's Table Jets as the best remedy for constipation and indigestion. His wife also used them with good results for indigestion. The product is described as mild, gentle, and yielding an agreeable laxative effect. Talked about nationwide.
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