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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1957
Page
5
The report lists cattle, sheep, hogs and dairy items with prices. Butte receipts show grass fat and stock cattle values, while Idaho Falls prices cover lambs, ewes, hogs, and cattle quotes for July 29 to July 31, including fat lambs at 21.70 and fat cow ranges 3 to 16.50, with calf prices up to 22.50 for dairy types.
This week at the Los Angeles Union Stockyards a load of high choice and prime steers from a state agricultural college weighing 1026 sold at 26.75 dollars, the highest price for steers on the LA market since January 1953. Demand was strong for high grades with steers and heifers at high good to choice, while lower grades showed some weakness with prices dropping.
Cattle prices show 50 cent drop for utility and commercial beef. bulls calves stockers and feeders steady. Hog prices hit three year highs then pared gains. light lambs up 50 cents. Notable sales include two loads of choice steers over 1000 lbs at 26 and bulk 900 to 1150 lb at 24.50 to 25. Some heifers 23 to 24, cows 16.75 to 17, utilities 15.50 to 16.50, canners 11 to 14.25, bulls 17 to 19. Slaughter calves 20.50 to 22.50. light calves 23 to 23.50. feeder steers 17.50 to 21. granite butchers 23. locally fed butchers 22 to 22.50. Lambs 21 to 21.75 for small weights, utility to good lambs 18.50.
Dillon police and sheriff’s officers who searched a northbound freight train Sunday morning captured a man who gave the name Robert E. Clark 31 and a 16 year old youth, both wanted by Idaho Falls authorities in a service station robbery. They were held for Idaho officials in the county jail. Undersheriff Pete Biden said the train crew missed them before departure.
Mrs Carl Hollensteiner and Mrs William Holland, synod advisors for the Westminster Fellowship National Assembly and Mission Tour, will speak at First Presbyterian Church during the 11 o clock Sunday morning service.
A quirky local note says the amateur gardener often yields better health than vegetables, highlighting a playful comparison between personal well being and crops in a light community feature.
Miss Sheryl Huntley was honored at a birthday party hosted by her mother Mrs. Clayton Huntley at the Diamond Bar Inn. Tiny guests enjoyed swimming cake and popsicles with small favors while Sheryl received many gifts. Haying progress noted with several families finishing and moving locations as weather allows.
Families from Dillon Bozeman and Hamilton gathered at Columbia Gardens for a Sunday picnic. Visitors included Jane Helming, Bill George, Lloyd Dougherty, Don Ven and others. Local guests spoke of trips, shows, and a move toward service in New York City.
Orca Swagerty administratrix of the estate of Clayton Swagerty a ke Clayton Walter Swagerty deceased calls all creditors to present claims with vouchers within four months of first publication. Claims to be filed at the law offices of W G Gilbert Jr Dillon Montana. Dated July 15 1957. First published July 24 1957.
Bernard Whitworth of Dell Montana announces his intention to prove up desert land entry 01676 before proof officer Adelaide Gelhaus at Dillon Montana on August 14 1957. He will be aided by two witnesses W B Gleed Harold C Peterson and W L Peterson.
Mr. and Mrs. Ed Ruckwart of Butte visited their son working at the Clayton Huntley ranch. Mrs. John Dennehy of Butte weekend guest at Lester Else. Mrs. Fred Else and Gloria drove to Butte Sunday evening then returned Monday. Frank Wilke Jr and others drove to Anaconda to a show. Elmer Scofield of Los Angeles and Arthur Maudin of Butte spent Friday at the Wilke home. House guests Saturday to Tuesday at Jack Anderson home were Mrs. Stanley Noe and daughter Miss Sandra Noe of Butler Missouri, cousin of Mrs. Anderson.
Miss Clarice Osborn of Robinson Illinois visits her sister Mrs Sam Cardinale and tours Beaverhead County. She sights scenic and historic points and expresses enthusiasm for the region's tourist attractions.
Walter A. Bates died Thursday in Joliet Illinois as relatives were informed. He was married to Beulah Harrison of Dillon in 1912. Survived by his wife a son and a daughter and their families in Joliet, with funeral held Saturday. He was brother in law to Cleo Chandler and Homer Harrison of Dillon and Harry C Graves of Hood River Oregon. nieces and nephews also in Dillon.
A maxim on building judgment through reliance on others. The note suggests that reputations for sound judgment arise when men borrow good judgment from others and apply it to their own decisions.
The American Veterinary Medical Association identifies brucellosis and mastitis as the leading chronic health problems affecting cattle, highlighting ongoing concerns for livestock health management.
Permanent position offering weekly salary and expenses starting immediately. Must be over 21 and provide age address and telephone number. Apply to Personnel Manager P. K. Decker at 112 South 35th Street Billings Montana for statewide advertising program in central Montana.
Learn auto and diesel mechanic work and auto body repair in 20 to 30 weeks. Prepare for good paying positions with a short course in lathe and welding. Approved for veterans. Start any month. Write Hanson Mechanical Trade School Fargo ND.
For sale by owner a modern three bedroom home in a good location. Terms available and viewing arranged by phone at 383.
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