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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1942
Page
2
Fort Missoula, a major Montana induction site, traces history from 1876 77 when sites were chosen and Colonel Gilbert established the post on Bitterroot River. Subsequent changes created a regimental post with forts, land gifts, and battalions, while the Flatheads remained peaceful and Missoula saw limited fighting.
An American guest at a London hotel is greeted by an Aberdonian who asks the traveler what country he belongs to. The American replies that the United States is the greatest country in the world. The Aberdonian responds with pride yet notes the American does not speak like a Scotsman.
A fragmented ad asks readers about arthritis and rheumatism and urges contacting Hot Springs Montana Chamber of Commerce for information. The piece claims thousands benefited, reflecting a period promotional tone.
Walter M. Franklin a 31 year old railroad section hand from Opportunity surrendered to a 27 man posse after a three hour chase through willowed ravines northeast of Gregson Springs. He was slightly wounded in the ankle and believed armed at first but had no weapon upon capture. His brother Fred, 37, helped subdue him after Franklin was outrun and limped from the chase. Deputy Marshal Paul Erler had attempted to serve a federal warrant for failure to register for selective service.
A humorous exchange shows a housekeeper remarking on smaller biscuits and the cook replying he made them smaller so the mistress would have less to fault. The wry line captures domestic tension with a light tone.
Judge Lyman Munson arrived in Helena and witnessed the hangings tied to the famous Hangman’s tree. The piece recalls vigilante justice, a lively camp, and the brutal toll on settlers. It notes multiple lynchings, pardons, and the 1865 murder trial that sparked frontier law. It ends with a note on shrimp production in the Gulf states.
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