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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1907
Page
4
Editor EB L Poindexter notes the paper entered in Dillon Montana on September 20 1902 as second class mail matter under the 1879 act. Subscriptions cost 2 dollars per year in advance and will continue until a definite order to discontinue is received and all arrears are paid.
The Dillon Examiner guarantees advertisers the largest bona fide paid circulation in Beaverhead County. Subscription records and mailing lists are open for advertiser inspection. Wednesday April 3, 1907.
The piece reflects on past eras from medieval England to nineteenth century America, noting cheap rents, wages, and costs for livestock and food in old times. It contrasts those conditions with modern life, praising present wealth and improvements in agriculture despite graft and greed.
A large stream of twelve thousand immigrants has reached New York, signaling a spring influx larger than any previous period. Reports from Europe describe abundant U S work and high wages, spurring hopeful entries to the United States as steamer crowds push against capacity limits.
Railroads press a 2 cent per mile fare as a universal rule while cutting excursions and special passes. They argue the policy is fair though profitability is doubtful. Clean excursions draw revenue from travelers who would otherwise stay away. Circumstances alter railroad travel as with other matters.
The Department of Public Instruction under State Superintendent W. K Harmon issued an Arbor Day Manual. It is well produced and informative from introduction to conclusion, offering Arbor Day observance tips and planting guidance. Although aimed at schools, it proves useful for community use as well.
Front page article declares mail order businesses a great menace to the prosperity of country communities. It argues the problem is plain and conclusive and worth the reading of every citizen.
The Butte papers resumed publication last Thursday after settling disputes with printers. In Dillon, the return was welcomed as the general daily news service had been unsatisfactory during the shutdown.
Billings has engaged a street carnival firm to exhibit in the city in the near future. Missoula also plans a street carnival during the Fourth of July week in that city.
A regional appeal urges residents to support local merchants and services over mail order and catalogue houses, stressing loyalty to parish and county economies. It promotes buying locally and safeguarding community businesses for jobs and prosperity.
A brief note urges planting extra seeds this year and adding one or two extra packages to the lawn care plan.
A local booster push aims to expand Ditton into a busier, more beautiful community. Plans focus on infrastructure upgrades, business recruitment, and enhanced public spaces to attract residents and investment. Community leaders urge active support and participation in upcoming initiatives.
A notice urging community members to plant a tree on Arbor Day observed on April 16, 1907, highlighting the civic ritual and date.
A reader praises Dr. John Stainer s The Daughter of Jairus performed in Dillon and urges sustained city support for musical proficiency. The note calls for citizen backing without patrons, hopes for future oratorio work, and compares cantatas to anthems guiding toward larger works.
Prof Clark hosted at the dormitory for dinner Sunday. Mrs Manxell of Bozeman visited daughter Miss Lora Maxwell. Miss Edna Ketchum's mother visited this week. Students play tennis and plan another court. Normal to compete in May Inter Collegiate Oratorical at Bozeman with MM Clapp as representative. Pres Swain attended Inland Teachers Association meetings in Lewiston Idaho yesterday.
Graeter Grocery Co offers alfalfa timothy lawn grass and assorted garden and flower seeds at its store. The catalog includes many seed varieties for home gardens and lawns.
Notice declares the Dillon Fair and Racing Association offers 87 acres of farm land with water rights and improvements for sale. Sealed bids due noon May 1 1907 to secretary G T Paul with 10 percent certified check. Terms cash. Rights reserved to reject bids. Property suitable for farming or as a training and racing course with a fast track. Dated Dilloz Montana May 27 1907 first publication March 7 1907.
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