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Newspaper
Jacksons Hole Courier
Location
Jackson, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1921
Page
6
Public notice outlines contract terms with provisions on renewal and payments due within a month. It references city officials and project leaders, noting changes and ongoing obligations. The fragment highlights timelines, obligations, and procedural steps for renewal or termination.
The piece argues for an $1.8 million state Good Roads bond issue at 5 percent, to be financed from the Wyoming permanent school fund. Bonds issued in installments, due in twenty years with optional retirement after ten. Automobile licenses expected to cover repayment. tax impact limited to four mills. Ends with call for a strong May 10 affirmative vote and pride in progress.
The text discusses low U S death rates, people being born American, issues across Persia Mesopotamia, indigestible territories and securities. It notes a potential 50 percent cut in spring clothing costs and shifts in consumer interest. It also mentions wire sent photographs and suspicion of errant husbands, plus Petrograd’s push for a new Chamber of Commerce or board of trade.
The editor urges calm, civic virtue, and acceptance of voters verdict on county seat location. Viewing the issue through dollars and cents, it argues taxpayers prefer an economical choice with available buildings rather than new construction and heavy rents. It warns against partisan bitterness and extreme rhetoric.
An advertisement promotes a one year subscription to The Thrice a Week World and THE JACKSON'S HOLE COURIER for $3.00. The offer compares prices with the standard $1.00 yearly rate for the World and explains Europe news will be heavily covered. It notes 156 issues per year and emphasizes tabloid style reporting.
The State Board of Immigration released a 24 page illustrated Wyoming booklet highlighting Jackson Hole scenes and elk, with Mrs. Lester Leek feeding elk featured. It notes a federal highway program requiring Wyoming to invest 1,890,000 by July 1, 1921 to secure matching funds. If the Good Roads bond issue passes May 10, quick results are anticipated.
Afton Wyoming April 27 1921 letter from Archie D Egbert County Agri Agent explains why Mr Buck failed to keep his appointment to mix rodent poison in Jackson Hole Buck was ill with mumps and Day was away from the office causing the schedule to slip He apologizes for the missed service and says Buck will come later to complete the work for Uinta County.
A Washington Post quote features Jud Tunkins criticizing a "smart man" who spends more time showing off than working. The remark highlights a skeptical view of perceived cleverness over productivity and practical effort.
The piece describes Dutch marriage practices with couples choosing various days for weddings, some entering as part of groups while others opt for separate ceremonies. A clerk leads a service where participants respond in chorus, illustrating ceremonial order and social norms.
In St Johns Club room the council met in regular session with Mayor Grace G Miller and councilmen present. Bills were read and approved. tax and salary adjustments noted. clerks and judges appointed for upcoming election. motion to adjourn carried.
Prices reduced on a 12 gauge Winchester pump gun and 25 sieux for 17.50. A four year old Pinto gelding strawberry roan with large white spare, unbroke but gentle, broke to lead. Half brother and a good match to the Pinto sold to Mrs. Jess Buchanan four years ago for 680, in Jackson Wyoming. Albany Journal listings.
Rachael Saunders of Jackson Wyoming offers hand painted tally cards calling cards correspondence cards wedding and birth announcements place cards and chic adornments. See her work and prices for your next occasion.
Fragmentary reader notices advertise express service from Victor and pickup at the post office. Mentions Vallaod Hicks proprietor and Victor Jackson Stage Line. Also a dry goods note for good milling and feed wheat from Waren Shorr Dry Hollow Teeth.
Notice from Bream W. Ricks & Sox and Yury J. Torrie states express and freight notices must pay charges to the agent, or by sending to Victor. It warns the Jackson post master will not deliver packages until all charges are paid, with a rate of 1 cent per pound for freight from Victor to Jackson.
The piece urges steady rest yet eyes should stay on the hilltop ahead not the valley left behind. It emphasizes planning for tomorrow over dwelling on yesterday and encourages preparing as if already on the path toward the future.
Unclear report describes a grand Labrador fall shaping a 30 mile channel. text fragmented mentions waters and valleys with misspellings. no clear date or organizing body provided.
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