04 Oct 1917
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Newspaper
Jacksons Hole Courier
Location
Jackson, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1917
Page
1
The J Y Ranch failed to notify in advance of Rainbow trout shipments, 100 gallons of baby fish were lost near Jackson Hole after arrival near Victor. Two gallons died during transfer. remaining spawn were released into the stream. Restocking plans are being pursued after the mishap.
Relatives say E. B. Ferrin formerly of this place is in Ogden General Hospital critical after a badly ruptured appendix. Friends hope his condition is improving as no further word has been received. Local notes mention OG L Starrett visiting Jackson, James Wallace arriving from Buffalo country, J L Byron seeking auto truck repairs for Jackson Moran trips, repairs to the Jackson Valley Telephone line, and Clay Beaton relinquishing homestead west of Jackson with his father taking over tenancy.
Curtis brothers Leo and Elmer, longtime drivers on the Jackson to Victor mail route for C. B. Curtis, make their last trip as they join Uncle Sam’s army. The Jackson Hole community laments their departure and notes the boys’ faithful service and readiness to face danger. Comments on local commerce and hunts fill the rest of the readable notices.
The community mourns W W Smith who died in Columbia Mississippi on September 21 after a life marked by faith and service. He married Fannie Gell Stuart on December 25 1908 and leaves his wife daughter Marjorie parents two sisters five brothers and a large circle of friends. His health declined due to heart leakage, prompting a move to a warmer climate and a return to Jacksons Hole before his death. He helped organize the Baptist Church in Jackson and served the Forest Service with steady loyalty and kindness.
Elk resident Hugh Smulth visited Jackson on Wednesday as Mrs. Richard Winger stayed at the Geo. W. Kelly ranch on Flat Creek. The Quality Shop advertised fall merchandise with a milliner and dressmaker to assist selections. Wastro-Man plans plow and scraper work for Jackson. applicants urged.
The Jackson's Hole Contingent of Co M 3rd Wyoming Infantry is showcased in a Cheyenne photograph. The caption claims the twenty eight men are physically perfect and handsome, challenging southern rivals and drawing the admiration of readers familiar with boxing culture.
U S Revenue Officer collected back taxes from tobacco merchants and pool table vendors in Jacksons Mole, with notices claimed not received by some. State Land Office inspector collected funds from residents with timber cut from public domain without free use permits, causing hardship to buyers and signaling past timber sales.
Contestants must submit a fair potato sample between 1 and 5 pounds and state the amount raised. Prizes awarded for quality and quantity. Winners announced after judges decide. The AcKsON State HANK
A dated notice requests patrons to settle accounts and notes by November 1 and monthly thereafter. It warns that goods will be sold to customers only after November 1 to protect finances and ensure timely payments.
The opening of The Quality Shop this week draws ladies from Emckson's Hole to the new building south of the Tadder Twist hogs Mes. Deloney, a milliner and dressmaker of noted ability, will offer hats and attire with emphasis on careful care and refined service.
A group of dacksut's Mole Contingent at Camp Greene suffers mumps illness and isolation to end in about eight days. The boys, joking about their condition, look forward to returning to active training and reuniting with their horses in the Wagon Go and Ammunition Train units.
Miss Willa Whitsett of Huffalo country travels with her nephew to Dallas Texas for the winter. They plan to return to Jackson Hole in spring. Tucker of Bayard Nebraska visited Jackson on business Wednesday.
A bill to appropriate up to 830,000 for a bridge project across the Snake River in Wyoming seeks reclamation service construction and protective work. The measure credits Senator Warren for efforts and directs treasury funds to cover part of the project cost.
Mrs. Cora Li Sebastian was on business Monday and busy with preparations for upcoming winter. A baby boy was born last Friday to Mr and Mrs Elijah Ward of Wilson. Special attention to dress goods at The Quality Shop Wy.
Notice given that the juliners applications for permits to graze cattle and horses within the National Forest during the season of 1014 must be filed in an office at Jackson Wyoming on or before November 2 1917. Full information with the forms furnished upon request. This notice does not apply to present permittees. forest supervisor EK Miller.
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