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Newspaper
Jacksons Hole Courier
Location
Jackson, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1921
Page
1
George Bohnet died Friday after a period of illness marked by paralysis. Born in Alance France on October 12 18au he lived here with no relatives. A large funeral service was held at St John’s Church with Rev Herold Joling officiating and a grave side Episcopal committal.
Sunday July 17 at 1 00 PM a ball game at Jackson between Driggs and Jackson is billed as well matched with victory likely for both sides Attend and enjoy the action The Jackson team will travel Monday July 25 to Victor to play Viewer while Victor Driggs play Tetonin at Victor The note mentions local visitors F I Perkins Gather Perkins Maple Lundberg Jack Johman and IS Dillingham of Mackey in Jackson en route to the Park The Frontier Committee discussions during their visit are noted and a visit to Mrs Mullen and daughter Kathleen of Potatello Idaho is recorded with a brief vacation plan at Mrs McBride’s house
Wyoming notes report Teasmine Mickelan a longtime rancher and cattleman from Piney died in Halt Lake City after a sudden paralysis strike. He was 62 and had lived in Green Valley before moving west. He had worked in Rock Springs mines and led the Midwest league team to hospital care. The record also mentions legal delays affecting local school bond plans and a separate fatal shooting involving Margarat Grier and an armed U.S. officer.
A five hundred dollar reward is posted for information leading to the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in a serious incident or causing disruption by members of the Vibe association. Names of individuals and groups referenced appear garbled.
Official Wyoming Wyoming state records confirm Teton County precincts voted June 25 1921 on dividing from Lincoln and choosing a county seat. Jackson was chosen by majority 4 votes amid tally of Alpine precinct voided ballots and totals showing 126 yes 104 no for division and organization with Jackon as seat and Kelly and Bikini also noted.
Local letters describe a so called friendly legal contest to block Teton County’s separate status led by Kelly and Delaney. Jackson’s Hole residents are urged to consider the impact of contesting the county bill on autonomy, the Alpine vote, and potential Lincoln County reallocation.
Mrs C P Pedersen and family arrived in Jackson from Omaha Nebraska. She is daughter of Mr and Mrs John H Pedersen and sister of Ted and Chess of the J P Ranch. She plans permanent residence in Jackson and stays at the St Ferri home while hoping to buy or build. On Wednesday the 13th the body of her husband was laid to rest in the cemetery after a simple service by Rev John of St Johns church with family and a few friends serving as pallbearers. Mrs Pedersen thanked the gentlemen for their aid and said she wished to repay their kindness during her life in this community.
Parents urged to buy junior tickets granting access to all programs and the junior chautauqua each morning. An Ellison-White Company representative will direct children’s entertainments including songs drills and games during a special week aimed at youngsters.
The fragment notes completion of a fence around a common playground and a tennis court partially prepared by the High School Athletic Association. It mentions noon time assistance to stretch wire and roll the court. A wedding notice for Mr and Mrs John Haiker on July 6 at Ogden Utah mentions a baby girl.
Mark Hanlon worshipped at the Shrine of Chance and debts drive him to ruin. Molly sacrifices herself to Kirk to save their home, but Mark commits suicide upon her return. Kirk reshapes Molly into a partner in crime as Miles Rand arrives from a dissipated wealthy background, a tale of gambling and ruin.
In a storefront notice Mrs Grace Ballart announced continued passenger service from Jackson to Victor and back, promising efficient, reasonable and courteous travel. She will operate the entire summer with a time schedule appearing on the back page of the January issue.
A damaged OCR style notice lists stray names and places such as Gravome and Gravome Ridge with scattered references to admission fees, a forest ranger, a Mr Chae Wilean family visit, and a Dr Brendon from Denane Michigan.
Community mentions travel through Jackson by Lima Montana residents Mr and Mrs Fred L. Smith. Reports on Park visits and local ties with Katelin Keller. Cheyenne Frontier Days and Silver Anniversary events noted along with geologist bulletin giveaway. Local dignitaries Juckin and wardens toured the valley while trout stocking planned.
A brief church announcement from St John s Church Jackson referring to service times and a cordial invitation to attendees.
Fragmentary notice outlines two needed bridges and arrangements in Jackson's region. Mentions purchase of materials and payment timing, with references to local agencies and plans to proceed before year end. Strong entities unnamed due to unreadable text.
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