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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1945
Page
6
Victoria’s diamond jubilee led to a Christmas rate cut to one penny. Canada issued 1898 postage stamp showing a world map with English territories in red. It bore the inscription Canada Postage Xmas 1898, the first Christmas stamp and the only stamp with Xmas.
The poem speaks of venturing into an uncharted sea with faith in a guiding pilot. It asserts fearlessness before any wind and declares that all directions will lead to the speaker's best outcome, trusting a higher guidance.
The piece traces Washington adopting New Year open houses in New York 1790 and continuing through his presidency, with Adams Jefferson and Taft expanding the custom as capitals moved. Roosevelt suspended the tradition in 1934 due to lameness.
On January 1 1493 Christopher Columbus celebrated New Year with two savage monarchs on Haiti while his ships were repaired. Historians note he then enjoyed his first tobacco smoke.
The article notes Father Time brings the New Year to Australia, Asia, Africa, Europe, and most of South America before the United States. California residents must wait three more hours, with New York celebrating at 7s. m on December 31 as 1946 is born abroad.
Customer asks for pins while clerk lists common options including rolling balaging ten safety bar stick cutter hat wrist beauty scarf tie or fraternity in a bustling retail scene.
A terse dialogue reveals only relatives can see him. A girl confirms she is the sister. The Doctor then identifies himself as the father, confirming familial links.
A teacher and student conversation about human origins ends with the teacher steering the discussion back to class. The student cites his father's belief in evolution while the teacher keeps personal family matters from entering the lesson.
A brief exchange features Jone, Joan, and Jane discussing appearance with playful, indirect banter. The trio explores perceptions of beauty and self-image in a light, teasing mood.
In a light moment a Private questions the sergeant’s intelligence while a Corporal defends the officer by recalling a date night at the cinema with a blonde companion. The banter reflects unit camaraderie and informal talk.
Jones asks why the paper framed his uncle's political retirement as a public improvements issue. Smith notes the editor labeled the piece under Public Improvements, shaping the narrative.
A stranger in conversation with a lady proposes buying insect powder and, upon being refused, asks to rent the advertised room. The exchange shows a cautious social moment and a confirmation of the room offer.
A dialogue suggests equal value in learning from failures and successes. The speaker Fair Enough asks where to seek life advice. Ralph replies that those who have failed offer practical insight, while the successful are too busy to share lessons.
The heavyweight challenger asserts confidence that Joe Louis and he will be sharp for their upcoming meeting. He compares their training to veteran ball players returning after layoffs, noting extensive ring work and thousands of exhibitions to stay in top form. He emphasizes keeping from rust.
The article discusses weight goals for Louis and Conn as they prepare for a match. It notes Louis aiming to drop from 191 to 182 pounds and stay fast, while contrasting Conn as young, headstrong, and prone to chasing a knockout past the 12th round.
The writer warns Conn must not underestimate Louis and stresses the need for rigorous road work and training. It notes Louis is favored by some experts, with Conn having speed, but stresses that hard grind and timely preparation are essential for the challenger before the June bout.
Knit of white wool these bed socks measure fifteen inches with no heel shaping and pink or blue ribbon lacing. Instructions for White Wool Red Socks Pattern No. 5049 available by sending 16 cents, name, address, and pattern number.
A list of trivia prompts asks about locomotive flags meaning two white flags, the first Roman emperor to embrace Christianity, naval service counts, zodiac signs starting with A, U.S. population, dog body temperature versus humans, the wombat, and the U.S. president born on July fourth.
Constantine the Great appears in the list of notable historical figures. Only 7 percent is cited for a specific measure. Two zodiac signs Aries and Aquarius are named. The population reaches 139,682,000, up over 8,000,000 from 1940. High is reported at 101 degrees. A burrowing animal resembling a small bear is referenced, from Australia. Calvin Coolidge is mentioned.
Since its founding in 1846 the Smithsonian Institution in Washington has presented about 1,500,000 specimens to schools and taken part in nearly 1,800 scientific expeditions worldwide.
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