Beaverhead stockman R. Selway dies after brief illness
Beav erhead county pioneer and stockman Rnest O Selway dies at St James hospital Butte after a short illness. Born February 14 1870 near Dillon he helped found the Selway Sheep Co with J E Morse and later ran it alone. News of his death shocks Montana as tributes pour in from across the state. Continued notice on page 8.
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Shlway
Beaverhead County
Montana
St. James Hospital
Butte
Dillon
Mr. Selway
John R. Selway
Plains
Beaverhead Valley
Dillon Elks Attend Butte Anniversary Meet
Avice. 76 Dillon Elks and many of their wives attended an anniversary celebration staged by the Butte Elks lodge last Saturday night. They toured the Fox theatre and enjoyed the Butte city’s hospitality, with the drum and bugle corps parading and broadcasts on Station KGIR.
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Avice
Dillon Hlks
Butte Elks Lodge
Dillon
Butte
Dillon Elks
Elks Hall
Four Churches Report Strong Month Of Attendance Growth
The four congregations end a successful church month with a 609 rise in morning attendance over February 1930 and a total morning attendance of 1517 for the month. The largest single Sunday drew 112 worshippers, while 263 attended the Baptist auditorium event.
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the Baptists
Tigers Claw Bulldogs in Two Battles
Montana State Normal College's basketball team, leaders of the Montana junior college conference, faced strong foes from Idaho. The Southern Branch of the University of Idaho defeated the Bulldogs in two games, 40-24 and 61-30, showcasing a fast breaking style.
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Southern Branch
Idaho
Normal
Ontana State Normal
Montana Junior College
University of Idaho
Bulldogs
Great Legion Trill Show at Hartwig Theatre Next Week
Bea verhead post of the American Legion presents its annual minstrel and vaudeville show at the Hartwig theatre next Tuesday and Wednesday with Amos n Andy and their lodge brothers. Dress rehearsal is Sunday morning under Melvin Smith. The minstrel cast, a longtime feature, rehearses nightly as radio comedians are moved to the stage.
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Amos 'N
Andy
Lodgé
Hartwig Theatre
Beaverhead Post
The
American Legion
Melvin Smith
Ernest O. Selway, Beaverhead Leader, Dies at Long Service
Ernest O. Selway, longtime Beaverhead County advocate and Montana stockman, dies after 35 years in politics. A former national Republican committeeman and state chairman, he headed the Montana Woolgrowers Association and dedicated himself to aiding stockmen and community progress.
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Ernest O. Selway
Beaverhead County
Senator Solway
Beaverhead
Montana Woolgrowers Association
Best Materials Used in New Building Construction
Construction of a new building began in April 1938 with Fred Willson as architect and H. J. Hamill serving as general contractor.
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Fred Willson
H. J. Hamill
Banks to Adopt New Schedule in Dillon Banks adopt 10 to 3 hours daily with Saturday 10 to 1
First National Bank and State Bank and Trust of Dillon announce a new opening and closing schedule effective April 1. Banks will operate 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays. Monthly statements will be held at the bank until picked up.
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Dillon Institutions
First National Bank
State Bank and Trust Company of
Dillon
Masquerade Ball Delights Melrose Dancers
Dillon’sMelrose crowd fills the masquerade ball last Saturday with lively dancing. Wayne's Redheads of Dillon provide the music making it the best dance in the past year at the venue.
Beavers Likely to Meet Butte High in District Semis
Beaverhead County High School's Beavers, top in years, open Mining District play against Mt. St. Charles of Helena in the first round at Butte. A win advances toward a semi final with Butte High, with both teams eyeing a state berth in Bozeman.
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Beavers
Butte High
Rick Breeden
Beaverhead County
Butte
Mt. St. Charles of Helena
Helena Quint
Opening of First National Bank of Dillon Building
Citizens from Dillon and Beaverhead County toured the new First National Bank of Dillon with admiration for its beauty interior finishings and equipment. The Dillon Examiner notes the long standing ties between the bank and the paper and extends congratulations for the bank’s continued prosperity in Montana.
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Montana
First National Bank of
Dillon
Beaverhead County
Firemen's Annual Ball Draws Large Crowd at City Hall
Ilion's volunteer firemen again host a successful Washington's Birthday masquerade ball at the city hall auditorium. The event drew a capacity crowd with many spectators and dancers, reflecting the department's festive hosting.
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Ilon
City Hall Auditorium
Fire Department
Eliels Beat Speedy Shell Gas Quintet In Fast Game
The Eliels defeated Speedy Shell Gas Quintet 31 to 15 at Normal gym. Brick Breeden led the offense with precise passes and sharp shooting as the Red Phantoms pulled away late. Singster City gave a spirited fight, but the home team steadied for the victory.
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Hell Gas
Anaconda Ga
Brick Breeden
Bilel Red Phantoms
Singster
Bhllers
Winter term court ends with directed verdict in Berg v Hurley
The winter jury term of district court closed last Friday after proceedings began Feb 9. Judge Henry G. Rodgers directed a verdict for the defendant in Berg Chris tiansen against Hurley Leach, with two civil cases left: Mr. and Mrs. Rowlands v Argenta Mining Co, set for next Saturday for Mrs. Rowlands and the other to be tried without a jury.
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Berg Christiansen
Hurley Leach
Henry G. Rodgers
Bob Rowlands
Argenta Mining Company
Mrs. Rowlands
Beaverettes Capture State Girls Basketball Title
Baverhead county high school's Beaverettes defeated Cardwell 32 to 25 to claim the state girls basketball championship. Dillon led 18 to 19 at halftime, then pulled away in the third quarter to secure a second undefeated season. H and Bayers and E Ander starred for Dillon while R Crame led Cardwell. A large crowd witnessed the title clash.
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Baverhead County High School
Cardwell
Beaverettes
Dillon
B. ‘Bayers
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United States
Tigers Claw
Great Legion Show
Lima
Bozeman
Dillon Examiner
City Hall
Eliels
Speedy Shell Gas
Anaconda Squad
Brick
McCarvel
Christiansen
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