Alene Archer Chosen to Direct 1954 March of Dimes Campaign
Alene Archer was named county campaign director for the 1954 March of Dimes in Montana. The roll out runs January 2 through January, with possible extension. Hilgard stressed polio dangers in Montana and urged increased donations as Montana ranked high for polio cases in 1953. The plan includes gamma globulin immunization efforts and future vaccine testing. Archer prepares committees and local chairmen as she serves as Beaverhead county campaign head.
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Montana
Hilgard
Park
Custer
National Foundation For
Royal S. Archer
South Atlantic Street
Dillon
Toke Contway
Fifth Judicial District Court
Beaverhead County
Sheriff Leads Four to Recover Body From Burning Cabin
A four man party including Sheriff Paul Temple retrieved the body of William Frederickson, 66, from a burned cabin near Wisdom in the Big Hole basin. Frederickson, a Long Ranch caretaker, died in bed as smoke and gases caused his death. his body was moved by sled to Brundage funeral home in Dillon for burial.
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Paul Temple
Beaverhead County
Big Hole Basin
Wisdom
Raymond Schwartz
Walt Brundage
Dillon
Bil Parish
Ben Winn
Brundage Funeral Home
William Frederickson
Sheridan, Wye
Fredrickson
Winn
Long Ranch
Haggelund
Ole Haggelund
Fire destroys Fabic dwelling near Kenny ranch
A defective flue started a blaze that consumed the Martin Fabic two story frame house a mile south of the Kenny ranch on Birch creek road Monday evening. Fabic, the sole occupant and a bachelor, was unhurt. The dwelling was totally destroyed as the fire spread in the dry wind. Sheriff Paul Temple was notified by Vern Nelson and Dillon rural fire department arrived but could not save the house.
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Martin Fabic
Kenny
Birch Creek Road
Fabic
Paul Temple
Vern Nelson
Dillon Rural Fire Department
Seal Sale Nets 1026 With More Expected
Beaverhead county residents contribute to the 1953 Christmas seal sale raising 1026 dollars. John C Garry, seal sale chairman, says receipts keep coming in and the project strengthens tuberculosis control in the county. 833 individuals subscribed to the year round program, with 94 cents of every dollar used in Montana. Garry urged continued support for an even more effective program.
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Beaverhead County
John C Garry
Beaverhead
Alleged Forger Jailed After Fraud at Local Stores
A man claiming to be from Wyoming gave the name Robert L Olson to Dillon police and was arrested on a forged check attempt at Lambert Eliel’s store. He had cashed two $10 forged checks under the name J C Allen at the Sport Shop and the Metlen hotel. Police Officer Paul Stahl made the arrest and the case was sent to County Attorney Leonard Schulz for action.
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Dillon
Robert L Olson
Wyoming
Lambert Eliel
Eliel
Sport
Metlen
J.C. Allen
Paul Stahl
Leonard Schulz
Schmidt Couple Welcomes Son Born December 29
Mr and Mrs Richard Schmidt of Wie River are parents of a son born Tuesday in a Butte hospital.
Ann Mitchell Wins National Miss County Nurse Doll Prize
Ann Mitchell of 214 South Rife street Dillon has been named a national winner in a large-size Miss County nurse doll contest. Bauer Black of Chicago runs the first aid contest teaching youngsters through color pictures and story titles. Over 2,000 prizes are awarded nationwide including a $1000 savings bond grand prize.
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Ann Mitchell
South Rife Street
Dillon
Bauer & Black
Chicago
United States
New Cafe Opens at Metlen Hotel in Dillon
Wes and Mae Weston announce the official opening of the Metlen cafe at the Metlen hotel in Dillon on Saturday January 2 with daily hours from 6 am to 2 am. Wes splits time with Casperson Buick sales. Mae becomes full time restaurant manager. Julia F Holmlund to cook. A free New Year Eve smorgasbord at the Metlen hotel and bar begins at 8 pm December 31 to celebrate the upcoming opening.
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Wes
Mae Weston
Metlen
Dillon
Casperson Buick Agency
Mae
Eliel's
Julia F. Holmlund
Mayor Sheriff Feud Lights 1953 Dillon News
The ongoing Townsend Temple clash in Dillon Beavershead County draws attention in late 1953. Townsend as mayor editor touts press freedom while Sheriff Temple maintains cautious cooperation. Bank robbery Dec 19 deepens political intrigue with city police leading the capture. county and federal roles noted.
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Townsend
T. Lee McCracken
Dillon
McCracken
Townsend Temple
Beaverhead
Dillon City Police
Riot at Crystal Rooms sparks chaotic town clash
Police chief Dan Moo and Leowee assist as a Saturday near riot erupts at the Crystal Rooms on Montana Street Dillon. Two women, Williams and Lennie, and others face charges from disorderly conduct to fighting, with injuries reported at Barrett Hospital. The incident ends with the included dispute over returns and firing of staff.
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Crystal Rooms
Montana Street
Dillon, Barrett Hospital
Dan’ Moo
Leowee
Saturdaing
Williams
Lennie
Crystal
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Alene Archer
Minnesota
Arizona
National Foundation
Lonely Cabin
Sheriff's Office
Lewis T. Poole
E. S. Townsend
Poutin’ Paul
Law Enforcement
Sheriff’s Office
FBI
Quick
Thoro Iveness
Dillo
Anaconda
Bub
the Examiner
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