25 Nov 1920
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Newspaper
Jacksons Hole Courier
Location
Jackson, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1920
Page
1
The two months old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Luther Taylor of Kelly died suddenly while in her father in laws arms. Mr. Taylor was alone with the infant and believed she died in her usual health as she had shown no illness. The mother ran to the Kafferinn home for aid while neighbors gathered to offer comfort as the community mourns the sudden loss.
A Friday evening dance at St Johns Parish home brought about thirty pupils from Jackson schools and a few older guests. Mrs Johns and Mrs McCain hosted with help from their daughter Ells and Miss Winnie Bullwell while Mr Johns provided piano for the dancing and a delicious supper was served.
An advertisement promoting eye care by Dr. H. H. Scarborough at the Reed Hotel Jackson for one day on Tuesday November 80 and at Kelly on Wednesday December 1. The service claims to stop headaches and improve health.
Arrested for killing a deer, Alta rancher Mathews fined 4 dollars and costs after pleading guilty before Justice Fuller in Jackson. The male deer with antlers was confiscated and sold to W E Lloyd. The report also notes Steingraber’s visit, local ads, and a club meeting with prizes.
E B Ferrin signed a Monday contract to cut 200000 feet of lumber for bridge approaches. Moser Eynon and Winger let the contract and secured the J D Ferrin saw mill to cut the logs. The outfit arrives from Elk and will set up at the old Leek mill site above Bean Road House. Ferrin already has a crew cutting and skidding logs with several men traveling to camp to begin loading.
Jackson schools house a carpentry shop used daily for manual training by many high school boys. A chemistry laboratory draws strong pupil interest while girls undertake sewing with cooking lessons later. Each Friday at 3:00 PM an informal program unfolds in the assembly hall inviting patrons and the public. Also note Hormay sale at St John’s Club room on Saturday afternoon November 27. Dr Kerwin has近期 illness but recently seen in streets. Frank Shawback and Henry Gunther were in town last week.
The Star Valley Independent reports a growing movement in Green River Valley to create a new county comprising western Fremont and eastern Lincoln. The piece argues Star Valley should push for division as a new county including Jackson Hole, noting a future road link would connect regions. The paper notes longstanding desires for a separate county and opposition to sharing a second or third courthouse. The matter is expected to heat up as the legislature nears, with possible division within months.
The Courier announces a Christmas supplement to feature Jackson Hole merchants and local businesses. Space is limited to one eighth page per firm, minimum one twelfth page, with printing in Salt Lake. Reserve space by December 1 and send ad copy. editor away until December 9 but Dalley will assist. Mildred Patterson was in town Saturday.
Jackson officials announce stock cannot run at large on city streets. Owners are required to confine and restrain livestock to approved enclosures under city rules. Mayor Gusow G. MILLEE.
Local items report Mr and Mrs J Palmer and children arriving in Jackson from Grand Inland Nebraska aiming to settle in Jacksons Hole after purchasing the B Sowers ranch. Miss Hellen Gary of Orange New Jersey teaches at Teton while visiting for exams. Chas Delaney returns from Evanston after funeral of grandson Charles Mills. A sale of sewing goods is announced at St Johns Guild. Elk scalps sought by G R Blatn.
A Thanksgiving service will be held at St. John's Church in Jackson at 10:00 A M this Thursday with the congregation invited to attend.
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