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Newspaper
Jacksons Hole Courier
Location
Jackson, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1922
Page
1
A fragmented note from the Legion discusses recently enacted statutes aiding the unemployed and disabled workers, urging members to recognize reforms. It emphasizes ongoing work, member vigilance, and the need to mobilize in support of the changes on the books.
Editors are to convene in Missoula from July 18 to 30 for the Materials Editors Association annual meeting. Banting expected to address the gathering. The Montana entertainment committee coordinates the event with tours of Glacier and Yellowstone parks and other trips.
The Formt Service reports several road improvements in three weeks including completing the road to Red Hill bridge from Kelly and upgrading Cunningham Hill and Moran road to a boulevard. Flooding by irrigation near main highways hinders travel and damages tourism. The Courier pushes for better roads to attract visitors to Jackson Hole and urges action against landowners and irrigators causing water on roads.
The fragment lists names and terms from a story page with unclear context. It mentions individuals and places such as Ovary Hi oo, Tomesae, Wie Himad Abeta, Sf tome, barr stati, Alsi Pier, Myet, Momlay, and Vemsman. Details remain ambiguous but indicate a reader story section or column.
Roads here are described as in better condition than in years with most routes in fine shape. Authorities note a few bad spots being repaired, while tourism and travel enjoy a pleasant time through the valley and canyon areas.
County attorney J. A. Christmas and others from Kemmar er to Jasheow made a record trip through Obask Canyon en route to visit for several days. While here Mr. Christmas handled several matters requiring his attention.
Obituary notes the passing of Salar Chaney of Jackson Valley on August 10 1975 at age unknown. He moved to the valley with his family, lived near Geuih Park, and was honored in life for upright conduct. He leaves widow and one daughter, with funeral from the L D S Church and burial at South Park Cemetery.
The Central Division of the American Red Cross arrives with the cleanup squad yesterday. Dr Hull calls a chapter meeting for 7:30 at the Club Hall just before the Legion gathering, urging all members to participate.
The Courier reports limited jobs available with Wormt Servics delaying hires until July 1. Hess Construction Co. has enough workers and may hire more. B. P. U. cannot take on additional staff.
Sheriff D C Oakley was crushed by a skiff during a rescue for Frank Fean at Waterfall Wyoming. He suffered a gash, bruises, and three broken ribs, was taken to Kemmerer L C M Hospital, and is on the road to recovery.
A crowd gathered at Jennies Lake for a fishing event with about 200 attendees from the valley. Anglers secured boats and pursued large Mackinaw, led by R. A. Puller with a 22 pound record. Several fish in the 10 to 16 pound range were reported.
Tired but happy Nell Moore and Mim Maude Jamison arrived in Jack onal finlebed succese to earn money for next year. They heard tales of Jacksons Hole, but found calm scenery. Their only thrill was spotting a deer darling elk that proved a rabbit upon closer look.
Rodney Jones returns from an engineering course at the University of Colorado Boulder on Tuesday. Mildred Jones comes back after a successful year at Tarainie Prep. Sidney McCain arrived earlier from Wealyn College Town, with friend George Lines for the summer. Rachel Saunders recently graduated from Albion State Normal Academy and is home for the summer.
Local items note Harry Scott from Jacksons and family in Bravo, Louise Congell recovering after open procedure last Thursday. Foret Section mentions Forest Service reconstruction plans and a hint for the Saak jen Valley Telephone Co.
The text presents a garbled notice about a Madri Gras Mystery story set in Creole Delight with hints of mystery, love, and adventure. It promises a sequence with a first number and a risky path if a stumble occurs, suggesting an evolving tale readers will follow.
A medical report describes an appendicitis operation performed at a local hospital. The details reference a patient and the surgical team, noting the procedure occurred on a recent weekday with recovery planned. The source text is fragmented but centers on the surgery and hospital setting.
An incident near the Horeetail bridge ends with a tense roadside encounter. Fred Vinneot drives a Lexington known as the Minute Man Six at about thirty mph as a makeshift tripod and whippoorwill gear blocks the road. Billie Cowan spots the obstruction and confronts a staged bandit scene while police search the car revealing only a few coyote hides. a playful but muddled encounter ends with debate over a supposed bearizer.
Fragmentary report cites individuals like R A, Eynon, and Winger denying bridge work near the Snake River West approach. Mentions Spicer, Custis, Bal lard and a raised bridge causing trouble for tires. Garages, bar owners, and state deliveries referenced in a garbled Sunday scene.
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Fragmentary OCR notes describe homemade candies in Jackson’s Bolt House. A wall screen is being built at the McCain residence and other unclear items reference posting or delivery of treats.
Jim Imeson, once badly injured by a falling peer, barely escaped drowning in the Hoback River. While crousing the edge the ankle rope broke and he fell about fifty feet. He held the broken cable and used his head underwater to stay afloat, pulling hand over hand toward the surface. The cable snagged on a rock, keeping him submerged until it freed and he shot to the bank. Exhausted and bleeding from a severe cut, he finally reached safety after repeated struggles with the rope and water.
Ads describe sale of ten head Hereford cattle registered. Also notes on Edison and Victor phonograph records with prewar prices. Local sellers include J. Baley in Victor Idaho and Jon F. Griggs Munic Store in Driggs Idaho. Sliver White and Golden Brown table strip offered at 1.60 per gallon, delivered.
A South Park resident named Imeson sustained severe injuries in a riding accident several days ago. He and a partner were trying to rope a steer when a thrown rope caused the horse to stumble. The saddle horn drove into the ground, injuring Imeson, who has since recovered to move about town.
Preparations are under way along the route to the Hoback Canyon Road Opening and Celebration. The Lambe Club of Kemmerer cooperates with towns, South Park Community Club plans to entertain at Bryan Flat with a game, barbecue, speaking, music and dancing, fireworks, and Jackson Hole views. Jackson’s Commercial Club will arrange overflow accommodations, and the American Legion is to stage plays including Mary's Millions and A Pair of Sixes.
Saturday night case in Jackson justice court State of Wyoming versus Ollie and Charla Smith. defendants pleaded guilty and were assessed a $50 fine. Hugh Smith bound over to district court on cattle killing charges after waiving preliminary hearing. $2,000 bond posted by the defendant and Noble Gregory.
A Jackson meeting drew Rock Springs Lion Club reps including M. Ward and Thoms A. Hudako. Pinedale mayor and Pinedale Roundup editor presided with several boosters, including Wm Shanley Col W Bayer and John Moore, to firm plans for the Hoback route park dedication.
Fragmentary OCR hints at an event near a creek and ongoing yearlong debates. Key names, places, or dates are not readable. The readable portion mentions a creek end and a person who does not favor something but no concrete actions, victims, or outcomes are identifiable.
A mixed page item lists for sale Pure Utah Dixie Sorghum with parcel post delivery and tiered prices per gallon and cane quantities, plus an Idaho Falls address and older regional ad lines. It also includes testimonials about Rheumatism Herbs with mail order offers, testimonials, and agent recruitment from Ocean Park California.
Old time classifieds list multiple for sale or trade items including a four horse White engine and Appleton drag saw, livestock such as mares geldings and a branded mare DX and V, 160 acres of fenced land with equipment, a John Deere binder, and various farm implements. Mentions Moran Wyoming Jackson Hole Chambers Grove Moran and Kelly with prices and contact hints in terse notices.
Logan The Cache County Tish and Game Prowetive association received a large shipment of phonsent oxy with which the county bird sane tuarlee will be propagated. Mrs Kuru Hansen of Spanish Fork filed patent proof of entry through aftt device with Hogister Gould B Hinkely. Wath cane were now dead and Kee Geitor ie Palas fool the eee boveng 1108 OF SINEMA Lk Klee.
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