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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1939
Page
2
Montana State College extension agronomist Ralph D. Mercer says a grain separator can thresh alfalfa seed if equipped with alfalfa seed screens and adjustments. Use full concaves, slow cylinder speed by one third, regulate air to avoid seed loss, and route seed to recleaner. Ensure seed is thoroughly dry to prevent germination loss from heat.
Government reports warn of lower hog prices this fall as the current pig crop, the largest since 1924, moves to market. California pork demand rises with cheap prices while national pork consumption lags production, signaling potential pressure on cattle prices if supplies grow and beef prices could fall.
Miss Mary Story of Bridger is spending a month at the home of Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Landall on Birch Creek.
Comprehensive appraisal of farm mortgage loan experience in Central Montana covers foreclosures from 1911 to 1933, ranching versus farming loan patterns, and factors driving repayments or foreclosures. Written by Phil S. Eckert and Orlo H. Maughan, available free from Montana Agricultural Experiment Station or county extension agents.
State Treasurer Ray N. Shannon reports that the last three months of the 1938 fiscal year ended June 30 showed total state income of 7 300 972. Major sources include liquor sales 1 915 308 and federal grants 1 235 811. The liquor board profits include 1 386 606 from liquor sales and 139 970 in liquor excise tax.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Selvidge of Bozeman spent the first of the week at the Wilber Squires home, visiting with relatives and friends.
Attorney General H. J. Freebourn ruled that counties may include multiple land tracts in a single tax deed notice but must write notices so each interested person can obtain the information needed.
Wallace Kaiser of the state horticulture division reported a vast marijuana patch along irrigation ditch banks near Savage and Sidney. Authorities found 2,258 stalks. the area showed disturbed ground and signs of possible recent harvest.
Attorney General H J Frie bourn rules new grass conservation act constitutional and valid. Malt a county attorney Fred C Gabriel had argued the section allowing lands within a district to be fenced off if owners refuse to join the act.
The Works Progress Administration will reduce Montana zones from nine to six under the new WPA act. Zone headquarters in Helena Havre and Kalispell will be eliminated and offices moved to Wolf Point Great Falls Missoula Miles City Billings and Butte according to State WPA Director Joseph K Parker of Butte.
Montana's cash balance on July 1 stood at 8,921,721. The increase over the prior month totaled 815,971. June receipts reached 3,448,735 while disbursements amounted to 2,632,734. The general fund, previously overdrawn for 19 years, had a June 1 deficit but closed July 1 with a 399,949 balance.
National Youth Administration officials from across Montana met in Butte at the call of State Director J B Love to discuss new regulations in effect since the agency became independent. The NYA was formerly part of the Works Progress Administration.
The president approved a housing administration grant of 294000 dollars for slum clearance and low rent housing in Helena. The project plans a most costly dwelling at 3018 dollars in construction cost for Helena under the program.
State horticulturist George L. Knight says Purple Top disease, a growth halting pest in potatoes, is less widespread in Montana than in 1938 but will cut crops in two major potato producing regions to less than half normal. Billings Carbon, Miles City Rosebud areas hardest. eastern sections hit less. western Montana unaffected.
Howard K. Hazelbaker of Polson was appointed to the executive committee of the Republican state central committee by chairman E. K. Cheadle Jr. of Shelby. The Flathead Courier publisher fills the vacancy caused by the death of his uncle Frank A. Hazelbaker.
Five deaths in Montana this year are tied to spotted tick fever, highlighting a rising health concern in the state. Health officials urge preventive measures and awareness as cases continue to appear across communities.
The board notes 18 cases this year, up from 12 last year, with Lake county’s latest fatality raising the toll to three deaths in 1938.
The unemployment compensation commission mailed 298 checks totaling 3431 to workers in covered lines. Chairman Barclay Craighead informed Gov. Roy E. Ayers. The commission expects 700000 to 800000 in benefits to be paid in the next two months.
The Very Rev Henry H Daniels was consecrated as the fifth Episcopal Bishop of Montana in ceremonies led by Bishop H H Fox of Billings. Assistants included Bishops Stephen E Keeler of Minnesota and S Arthur Huston of Olympia Seattle.
Helena U P J T Sparling commissioner of agriculture says a normal wheat crop is likely for the state. He notes Western Montana may yield less than last year while the eastern portion could surpass it. He also states the danger of Black Rust is past.
Scores of applications for loans under the Bankhead Jones Farm Tenancy act were being received at county FSA offices in Montana today. Requests for loans must be filed before August 19.
Atty. Gen. Harrison J. Freebourn ruled that only a taxpayer who is a qualified elector and meets constitutional requirements may vote on purchasing a courthouse and creating a levy to fund the structure. The opinion was requested by Wheatland County Attorney N. R. Barncord.
The Montana reclamation project proposes a 3 600 foot dam on the Marias River creating a 1 000 000 acre foot lake to irrigate 250 000 acres and supply power. A 29 year old mother and two daughters died in a Glen Browning home fire blamed on a kerosene stove near Glasgow. Art Everson set a Montana golf record at Meadow Lark with 267 for 72 holes while Leah Afflerbaugh won the women’s title and Lloyd Skedd the men’s. The Agriculture Dept reports high domestic wheat prices despite low foreign prospects and Liverpool prices.
Neighbors R W Dix and his son Glen fought through flames to rescue but were driven back twice. They recovered the bodies of Mrs Browning and Shirley, and later found the infant's body as flames died. All three victims were badly burned.
In Yellowstone Park a rumor that a tax token tossed into Morning Glory pool would bring luck led to authorities fining five dollars for anyone caught in the act. The incident threatens damage to the pool and the tale was deemed false.
In a Fifth Judicial District court filing, the government announces payment terms for silver mined in Montana. By presidential proclamation the treasury will pay 64.64 cents per ounce for up to 2,000,000 ounces mined before July 1 but not delivered by then. Silver mined after July 1 will fetch 71.11 cents per ounce.
The Canada-to-Mexico highway association, aiming to secure a border to border highway designated No. 666, will hold its 1940 meeting in Arizona. At the annual convention in Lewistown officers were elected and next site chosen by directors. H B Richardson of Lovell Wyoming was elected president. Herb Buck of Billings named secretary. The Montana unit selected G E McKay of Billings as president with W H George of Great Falls named president and Hall Clement of Lewistown secretary treasurer.
Three 11 year old boys raided the poor house corral for a horse, left it on a city street, were found, and placed on probation as the penalty.
G V Dimke, acting agent, announced Montana will adopt new express charges on August 5. The state railroad commission did not approve the rates used elsewhere since April 15. The 25 cent base rate now allows six pounds to travel to Glacier Park, Harlem, Harlowton, Dillon, and Bozeman in certain zones.
Gov. Roy Ayers denies West Virginia extradition for John Kelly of Plains on a 17 year old murder charge after a hearing. He cites potential injustice of returning Kelly on short notice and questions Kelly's guilt, noting his 17 years of residence as a law abiding citizen.
Leonard Thompson leads Sunday services at 11 a m with a sermon on Faithfulness. The Ladies Aid plans a food sale Saturday at the Graeter Waldorf store.
Mr. and Mrs. George Pyle of Polaris were Dillon visitors on Thursday, spending time in the town and calling on local residents.
Lois B. Hazelbaker executrix of the last will of Frank A. Hazelbaker deceased gives notice to creditors and all persons with claims to exhibit them with vouchers within ten months after first publication. Claims must be presented at Gilbert Gilbert McFadden law offices South Idaho Street Dillon Beaverhead County Montana. Publication dated July 29 1939 with first publication August 2 1939.
Mrs. Beth Francis of Wisdom Montana will apply to Beaverhead County treasurer on or after October 2 1939 for a tax deed to Lots 9 10 11 12 Block 5 and Lots 7 8 Block 6 Ellis Addition Plat B Wisdom Montana. Amount due 11.08 plus interest and charges by law. Dated Wisdom July 26 1939.
Notice is given that on Thursday August 3 1939 at 10 a m in the Court Room of the District Court Beaverhead County Montana the Will of Alexandre Peyre deceased will be proved and Ernest Peyre's application for letters testamentary addressed to him will be heard. Any interested person may appear and contest. Dated July 18 1939. Norman Giles Clerk.
Sealed proposals for furniture and equipment for the new Beaverhead County High School in Dillon Montana will be accepted until 1 30 p m MST August 9 1939. Bids on printed forms with required bid bond. Maximum funding about 5500 dollars. Includes laboratory and classroom furniture and PA clock bell and phone systems.
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