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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1953
Page
9
The author compares 1953 flu to the 1918 outbreak, noting similar symptoms and relapse patterns, but credits modern medicine with preventing pneumonia and reducing deaths. Early treatment today limits progression, though the epidemic still disrupts work and daily life. References to Portland 1918 measures and public reactions appear as historical context.
A speaker admits failing to renew a license on time after relying on a yearly calendar. He cites overlooked reminders for voter registration and hunting seasons, then notes he cannot drive this weekend until renewal on Monday. He advises selfdiscipline before criticizing others.
Jackson area news covers Farm Bureau legislative discussion at Diamond Bar Inn with resolutions sent to Helena. PTA plans St Patrick event March 13 with carnival games and prize draws. Birthday party honors Diane Clemow with family and friends. Skiing on Hairpin hill praised despite miscommunication from AP. Local talks include narcotics education by Mr Walker in Jackson. Reporter ends with flu and farewell.
The article expresses optimism that science may eventually defeat influenza, comparing past plagues like smallpox and yellow fever. It argues epidemics reveal humanity’s gains in fighting disease and credits progress in flu research to recent efforts and medical science.
Sunday school at 10 a m with morning worship at 11 a m. Sunday evening service at 8 p m. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening at 4.
James McCashin, a veterans counselor, will be at the state employment office on February 19 during business hours to advise veterans on pensions rights under federal legislation and related matters.
Seventeen persons met with Beaverhead soil conservation district supervisors and Rex Campbell extension conservationist Feb 4 to organize a county wide conservation education program. The group discussed teaching conservation and included officials from Western Montana College, local schools, and farm interests. A one day teachers workshop is tentatively planned for next year to broaden county school programs.
The Butte Pioneers club hosts a costume ball on Saturday February 14 at the civic center. Judge John B McClernan says proceeds benefit the center and club. The 10 piece Pioneer Orchestra led by Mrs Frankie McDonald will perform. Dancing begins at 9 PM with a grand march at 10 PM. Citizens not in costume may attend but costumes such as trivia sleeves ostrich feather hats and handlebar mustaches are encouraged.
The Methodist Church lists Pastor Robert N Johnstone leading Sunday school at 10 am and morning service at 11 am with organist Mrs L F Tysdal. The Chott director and Roy Larson organize youth meeting at 6 30 pm with a Valentine party this week. monthly pot luck supper Thursday at 6 30. Visitors welcome.
Inventory pads and special titled columnar sheets are listed for use at the Examiner. The notice notes organized filing aids and standardized forms for record keeping and clerical tasks.
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