Census Shows Students Seek Religious Work in Montana
In Montana a census of 8000 university students found 2400 responses with religious preferences. Methodist leads with 506 followed by Presbyterian 467 Catholic 392 Episcopalian 250 Lutheran 204 Congregational 173 Baptist 128 and other faiths 93. Chancellor Brannon announces nonsectarian religious schools and church outreach programs at Missoula Bozeman Dillon units pending funds.
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Missoula
Bozeman and
Dillon
Brannon
Buite
Dillon Sees Giant Ford Plane Fly Over
Nearly two hundred residents watched the West Wind airplane land at Bond field near Woodside airport as it traveled from Bozeman to Dillon. The massive plane, with a 74 foot wingspan and three Wright Whirlwind motors, weighed about 10 000 pounds loaded and cruised at 415 mph. Pilot Nick Mamer guided the craft on its 12 000 foot high flight through the mountains.
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Bozeman
Jack Nemack
Butte
Roy Murray
Verne Pence
J. H. Dickey, Jr
Matt Orr
John Orr
Bond Field
Woodside
Dillon
Mountains
The
Mamer Flying Service, Inc
Spokane
Nick Mamer
Record of 6500 Hours In The Air On West Wind Flight
Passengers noted the expert handling of the giant tri motor plane during its visit. Co-pilot Art Walker assisted captain Dillon who is described as air minded. The spacious cabin with wicker chairs provided a sense of security to all aboard over the valley and city.
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Art Walker
Dillon
Dillon Elks Lodge Granted Charter by Grand Ruler
The Dillon Elks Lodge receives a charter from the Grand Exalted Ruler after approval from the Virginia City lodge and a key referral by John E. Drummey of Seattle. Equipment for opening will be ordered soon and new members get two weeks notice of initiation.
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Hulbert
Butte
Dillon
Virginia City
Grand Lodge
New York City
Dillon Ellis
John E. Drummey
Seattle
W. F. Drummey
Dillon Elks
Drummey
Browning
Chancellor University Guest of Club
The Normal college discussed athletics development with Dr. W. H. Stephan sharing ideas. W. L. Haywood of Spokane praised local Scout efforts and urged community cooperation to form a regional Scout council and expand Boy Scout facilities for more boys in the area.
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Normal College
W. H. Stephan
The
Normal
W. L. Haywood
Spokane
George Farrell
Rotary Convention Plans Amid Scout Work Mentioned
In Dillon, discussion covered Scout work for eligible youth and the state Rotary convention planned for Great Falls on April 29 and 30. W W B Hartwig spoke on delegates, Dr W H Stephan chaired, Francis Tonney to lead next week, with guests George Clemon Martin C Jackson and Lee R Light attending the Dillon club meeting.
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Dillon Commund
Great Falls
W.W. B. Hartwig
Dillon Club
W. H. Stephan
Francis Tonney
Brannon
Hayward
George Clemon
Martin C. Jackson
Lee R. Light
Wild Horse Menace to Ranges report 1926 impounds
In 1926 about 800 horses were impounded in Beaverhead county roundups under state range laws near Horse Prairie. Unrestrained bands harm the range, prior owners may redeem impounded horses, others are sold to cover costs. Unredeemed stock often sold to packing firms for horse meat export.
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Beaverhead
Forest Rangers
Olsen Players Present Play at Normal Saturday
The first Circuit Repertory players conclude their season with a Barrie drama at State Normal College. John Shand’s witty, direct quotes are revealed as his wife secretly typing his speeches. The scene of truth-telling offers tender wit and lovely moments, staged by Olsen Players.
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John Shand
Youthful Dillon stars take part in meet
George Melton led Dillon in a regional meet with rivals William Bates and William Boone. The trio drew strong attention as young favorites though all three exited in their opening games. They traveled with Mr Melton to Butte by air mail plane, while Mrs Melton stayed with him for the Great Falls trip.
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Dillon
George Melton
William Bates
William Boone
Mr. Melton
Butte
Track Meet Attracts Hundreds To City May 8
The event, from all indications, will be keen in nearly every event as Roger Cosgrove, former Beaverhead high student and now student manager at Southern Branch, returned to Dillon to finalize meet arrangements. All gate receipts go to Beaverhead County High School. The Future Farmers meet will be the first of its kind held in the state, marking a milestone for Future Farmers organizations and contestants.
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Roger Cosgrove
Beaverhead High
Southern Branch
Dillon
Beaverhead County
Beavers in Meet Promise Strong District Show
Averhead high track expected to perform well at the inter scholastic meet in Butte this Saturday under Butte Central. Beaver stars include Frank Little in discus and shot, Hignight in multiple events, Pendergast in sprints, Dansie and Blair in sprints and hurdles, with Vandegrift and others in pole vault and jumps.
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Beavers
Averhead
Gooch
Anderson
Butte
Butte Central
Frank Little
Hignight
Pendergast
Dansie
Blair
Vandegrift
Smith
Dedication of New Church at Lima Sunday
O Shea of St Marys in Butte and Rev Father Clifford of Lima presided. High mass at 8 and dedication at 9 30. The church described as a beautiful building. Dillon attendees included Mr and Mrs George Strub and their son, William Barry and son Kenneth, Frank Caskin and son Gerald, and John Gelhaus.
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O'Shea
St. Mary’s
Butte
Father Clifford
Lima
Dillon
George Strub
William Barry
Kenneth
Frank Caskin
Gerald
John Gelhaus
Normal College Glee Club To Give Concert Here
The Normal College Glee Club, directed by Miss Robe, plans a near flawless program. This year’s out of town appearance will be the sole one, with a large audience expected. The group will broadcast on KGIR Wednesday afternoon from 6 to 6.
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Normal College Glee Club
Glee Club
Dillon
Butte
KGIR
Gilbert Heads Local Drive For Philippines Leprosy Fund
J H Gilbert is named chairman of a local campaign to raise funds for a national goal of 2000 dollars to combat leprosy in the Philippines. Ministers will announce details from their pulpits next Sunday and subscriptions can be mailed or brought to Dillon banks or sent to Chairman Gilbert.
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Plymouth
Dillon
Gilbert
Philippines
De Molay Play Scores a Successful Showing
Last Wednesday the De Molay play impressed audiences with a successful performance. Directed by Miss Olive Scholz at the high school, the production featured musical interludes from an orchestra including Melvin Smith, Robert Finch, William Kostka, Fielding Gray and Wayne Roberts.
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Olive Scholz
de Molays
Melvin Smith
Robert Finch
William Kostka
Fielding Gray
Wayne Roberts
New Catholic Church Building Planned in City
A new church will be one of the finest in the state with modern architectural design. Contractor Mr Hamill, known for the Normal College gymnasium library and heating plant project in Dillon, will oversee the construction.
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Hamill
The
Normal College
Dillon
Holladay to Head Parade Fireworks and Sports Program
Parade and sports will feature Holladay as pyrotechnics light up Dillon in a grand celebration at Dillmont Park. Final program details are to be announced by the executive committee in the coming days.
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Dillon
Dillmont Park
Alder Placer to Start Operations in Gulch
Alder Placer prepares to open in the Gulch area and set up two hydraulic giants to handle a large daily volume of ground. The plan aims to process extensive material before finalizing operations.
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Alder Placer
Gulch
Queen Elizabeth Aimed Fish Diet Law in 1562
Historians note a 1562 royal law dubbed Good Queen Bess ordering abstinence from fresh meat for three days weekly in favor of fish. The text discusses sea food preservation, canning, and potential growth of the mackerel and salmon industries amid a booming canned seafood market.
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Elizabeth
Bess
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J. H. Gilbert
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