The old pics are always a hoot!
Check out the cartridge belt on the Savage owner. Must have 2 boxes of ammo strapped on. I have a pic of my Granddad in northern Minnesota looking similar.
That's how my family, when there was one, ALWAYS carried ammunition. I still have most of those leather belts worn by my father, brother, an several uncles. I still carry a full box in a Lawrence leather pouch.