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Newspaper
Jacksons Hole Courier
Location
Jackson, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1917
Page
6
A compact item notes a one year period with a terse date string and unclear legibility. Names and specifics are unreadable, but the notice signals a renewal or term length of twelve months in a local notice context.
Wartime notes urge Wyoming and other states to mobilize a Library War Week campaign to raise funds and books for soldiers. Frances Davis leads a statewide effort, with counties pledging shares by population while the War Council and War Department finance units prepare pay and logistics as Liberty Loans promote thrift and public duty.
George Ross returns to the ranch from the Uli post July start. Jim Manges rests between hunting trips. Earl Harris couple visit Jackson Tuesday. Parrys from Denver stay at H H Menor ranch Wednesday. Snake River fordable. fishing strong. Miss Hopper group enjoyed Moback trip last week. Goddard family from New York arrives at Bar BC Wednesday. Miss Jean Nelson now at Bar Bo ranch. A large cow moose crosses Snake River near Holiday Manor and heads toward the Tetons. Misses Hopper Henson and Mears guests at Koy Melride ranch Wednesday.
An OCR fragment presents a jumbled text with no clear names, places, dates, or event details. The readable bits do not establish who acted, where, or when, leaving only a vague, nonsensical reference.
In Wide World, J A Jordan cites a Saurian Survival tale of a vast unclassified creature resembling a Mesozoic reptile. The piece notes no corroborated sightings beyond Africa and Victoria Nyanga, with experts divided on its true nature.
A federal program launches a safety campaign in navy arsenals and government facilities. In cooperation with a national safety council, the effort highlights protective measures and training to minimize accidents and injuries among workers.
A proposal described by Popular Mechanics Magazine outlines a national food control system. Each household would maintain an official housekeeper's book recording all purchases of bread, meat, butter and other supplies. Shopkeepers would log entries, and no sales would occur after a fixed date without presenting the official passbook. The book would cost two cents plus, show adults and children in the home, and have separate food columns for quick totals. Old books would be returned for official inspection before new issues.
A speculative, romantic scene unfolds as a man and woman reprise a shared bond. The pair exchange intimate lines during a sultry moment, reflecting on a long day and their reunion. The man softly reveals the day’s significance as the Stet of June, heightening suspense.
A confused report describes a tale of a nine tailed fox and a feared porch superstition. Police investigate claims of a woman fortune teller who allegedly spirits children away before nightfall and harms follow.
Popular Science examines the immense reach and destructive power of early heavy cannons. It notes land guns for ease of handling, with 11 inch naval guns and German howitzers rivaling giant United States beach defenses, capable of hurling shells weighing nearly a ton and sinking ships before sighting.
Scientists report a method to remove iron and other poisons from salt by adding a dust solution to form sulphate compounds, enabling purer salt. The discussion also cites historical figures and a North American Review quote on the influence of strong emotions on leaders.
A London Telegraph excerpt argues vegetarianism evolved from a fad into a respected movement. It notes educated adherents, fruitarian advocates, and natural diet enthusiasts who eagerly recruit others and praise the appealing lifestyle attracting many followers.
A Berlin newspaper advertisement parades a long list of eligible ladies from noble and esteemed families. It markets beauty thrift and talent, naming roles such as singer dancer pianist harpist and sculptor, and asks for a husband via the newspaper agency.
A garbled passage describes kindergartners and a prompt reply to the question What is the name of your country with the line Tis of thee. The text is incomplete and reads as an OCR fragment. It attributes a child’s answer to the question and mentions patriotic sentiment.
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