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Newspaper

Dillon Examiner

Location

Dillon, Montana, United States of America

Date

Feb 29, 1956

Page

10

Models Named for JC'n Style Show at High School

Jayceen style show models announced by President Wilma McCart list Jayceen models Dorothy Ann Anderson Ferman Ovitt Greta Chaffin Virginia Davis Wilma McCart Dick Bauman Norman Ovitt Stewart Burwell Merle Brown Steve McCart Joan Carr Janice Brown Bill Monger Jes sie McCart. Guest models Laurie Johnson David Duncan Jo Ann Cleverly Jessie Mockel Davis Wolde Dixie South Connie South Gene Stone Pete Hilger Barry Remely Jewelry models Betty Lou Mooney Fay McCracken Lee Wedum Hazel Stinson.

Jayceen Wilma McCart Dorothy Ann Anderson Ferman Ovitt Greta Chaffin Virginia Davis Dick Bauman Norman Ovitt Stewart Burwell Merle Brown Steve McCart Joan Carr Janice Brown Bill Monger Jessie McCart Laurie Johnson David Duncan Jo Ann Cleverly Jessie Mockel Davis Wolde Dixie South Connie South Gene Stone Pete Hilger Barry Remely Betty Lou Mooney Fay McCracken Lee Wedum Hazel Stinson

Beaverhead Chamber Receives Commission for Auto Insurance

Mrs. Marie Gibbons, secretary of the Beaverhead Chamber of Commerce, reports that the Beaverhead unit last year received a total of $81.75 as its premium for enrolling members in the Montana Automobile Association. The local chamber secretary acts as agent for the Montana AA, affiliate of the American Automobile Association. The premium paid was 75 cents for each member enrolled in the county for insurance coverage and membership.

Marie Gibbons Chamber of Commerce Beaverhead Montana Automobile Association Montana AA American Automobile Association Pranibarks

Contest awards trips abroad for Permaglas water heater name

A. O. Smith celebrates production of its three millionth Permaglas water heater and offers two prizes. First, a free water heater for Smith families with a child born on February 15, 1956. Second, a contest awarding trips to Europe Hawaii or Bermuda for two, with cash alternatives if needed. One hundred other prizes available. Registration through Luebben Plumbing Co Dillon at 33 East Center Street.

A. O. Smith Corporation Heaer Smith Europe Hawaii Bermuda Luebben Plumbing Company of Dillon O. A. Smih Products Luebben O. A. Smith East Center Street City Hall

No Immediate Threat to Madison River, Says Congressman

Congressman Orvin B Flare comments on a national magazine article about the Madison River. He says there are no immediate plans to construct reservoirs, though investigations into water resource development are ongoing. He emphasizes he will oppose any proposed dams on the Madison.

Madison Montana Bureau of Reclamation Orvin B America Bureau Madison River

Wisdom Pinochle Winners Named At Final Wisdom News Party

Mrs Mel McDowell and Bud Nelson won the top pinochle prizes at the series finale held last Saturday night. Second high went to Mrs Hans Lauesen and Bill Rasmussen, third to Mrs Chris Rasmussen and Bob McDowell. High scorers included Mrs Argyl Stephens and Tom Williams. Special prizes went to John Helming electr ic blanket, Mrs Len Smith a frypan, and Mrs Bob McDowell a mixette. Bruce Helming thanked Roy Oliver for his work.

Mel McDowell Bud Nelson Hans Lauesen Bill Rasmussen Chris Rasmussen Bob McDowell Argyl Stephens Tom Williams Mark Clemon Alfred Peterson John Helming Len Smith Bruce Helming Wisdom Civic Center Roy Oliver Pete Rasmussen Harry Helming Ted Woodward

Obligation Night at Wisdom Chapter No 67 OES Meeting

Wisdom chapter No 67 OES held Obligation Night February 22 with Worthy Matron Pearl Miller and Worthy Patron Clarence Helming presiding. Plans discussed for the April 14 visitation by Grand Conductress Kathryn Johnson of Plains and an all farmer banquet planned at the American Legion hall. Anita Wilke will chair a Past Matrons tea committee on March 14 after the meeting. Vera Rutledge elected president of All-Star club with Ann Christianen as vice president and Helen Smith re elected secretary treasurer.

Eastern Star Meeting Wisdom OES Pearl Miller Clarence Helming Kathryn Johnson Plains American Legion Hall Anita Wilke

Bruce Helming Hosts Pinochle Evening And Club Honors

Bruce Helming hosted a pinochle party with high scores by Carolyn Tucker and Marlon Hyatt while Beverly Helming won the consolation prize and Evelyn Cox received a special prize. Later, George and Ed Glassey families traveled to Butte and Hamilton, with visits to Noxon. Wisdom Women's Club Past Presidents were honored with flowers and speeches by Joyce McDowell. red and white decor celebrated George Washington’s birthday as a $15 donation was approved for a Galen Chapel.

Bruce Helming Carolyn Tucker Marlon Hyatt Beverly Helming Evelyn Cox Wisdom Women’s Club Joyce McDowell George Washington Cecil Hirschy Eileen Stephens Mae Nelson Evelyn Huntley Julia Helming Margaret Oliver Mary Cottrell Bessie Rasmussen Amy Stephens Galen Montana State Federation of Women’s Clubs

Mrs Aronson Honored at Montana Governor Tea

Mrs. Aronson wife of Montana governor Hugo Aronson was guest of honor at a tea hosted by Mrs. Don Anson on Wednesday afternoon. A large group of ladies greeted the attendees and the gathering continued with cordial social rituals.

Local residents share visits and travels in Dillon

Mr and Mrs John Helming and Jece Ha drove to Dillon on Sunday. Mr and Mrs Ear Willey were dinner guests of Mrs and Mrs Carl Ferguson on Monday night. Sparky ZeBarth made a business trip to Dillon on Monday. Mr and Mrs Earl Willey drove to Dillon on Friday bringing Dick home for the weekend.

John Helming Jece Ha Dillon Ear Willey Carl Ferguson Sparky ZeBarth Earl Willey Shirley Bacon Kenneth Else MSC Boze- Tan Ray Bacon Lester Else Butte Thursay Clark Huntley Lela Rutledge Rutledge Bob Rutledge Bob Wilke BCHS Frank Wilke Bob McDowell Suny Kay Jim Kito Dale Pettit Kathy Jackson Bar Claude Anderson Joe Shaw Great Falls Wisdom

Wisdom hosts Americanism program and local gatherings

The Wisdom school hosted the annual American Legion Auxiliary Americanism program with a skit Jimmy's Hatchet, flag history recitation, piano and accordion numbers, and a Pledge of Allegiance song. Following cupcakes and dixie cups, social visits and weekend news from Wisdom residents are reported, including travels and visits to Butte and Missoula. Eunice Kurz of Spokane, sister of local residents Clark and Ralph Huntley, former Wisdom resident, died. family ties noted.

American Legion Auxiliary Wisdom School George Helming Jimmy Joyce McDowell Eunice Kurz Spokane

Veterans' Welfare Officer Visits Dillon Each Thursday

James McCashin, service officer for the state veterans welfare commission, visits Dillon weekly with headquarters at the Montana state employment service. He offers free help to veterans on pensions insurance employment vocational rehabilitation education and other benefits under current legislation.

James McCashin State Veterans’ Welfare Commission Dillon Montana State Employment Service

Solons Urge Lewis and Clark Route as Tourway

Three Pacific Northwest members of Congress urged that the Lewis and Clark expedition route from Missouri through Montana Idaho and Washington be designated a national tourway. They proposed the designation be made by the U S Commissioner of Public Roads with highway departments of the states. The tourway would run from St Louis Missouri along the expedition path through Montana Idaho and the north bank of the Columbia River ending at Seaside Oregon. Senator Warren Magnuson has filed a Senate resolution.

Pacific Northwest Congress Missouri Montana Idaho Washington Gracie Prost D-Ida Lee ‘Metcalf D-Mont Don Magnuson Wash U.S Columbia River Seaside Oregon Warren G. Magnuson D-Wash Senate

College Notes MEA Delegates Chosen

The Sheldon E. Davis chapter of the Future Teachers of America selects Betty Nicholls of Butte and Elizabeth Orr of Dillon as MEA Delegate Assembly delegates with Donna Neubauer and Gladys Goldsworthy of Deer Lodge as alternates. The four delegates will attend both MEA and FTA functions.

MEA Sheldon E. Davis The Future Teachers of America Betty Nicholls Butte Elizabeth Orr Dillon Donna Neubauer Gladys Goldsworthy Deer Lodge FTA

New Horizons Theme Marks AACTE Meeting in Chicago

The American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education held a recent Chicago gathering with President Rush Jordan among numerous educators attending. The event focused on advancing teacher education as part of the association’s ongoing agenda.

American Association of Colleges For Teacher Education Chicago Rush Jordan

Meeting Highlights Emphasize Teacher Preparation Standards

A meeting described as one of the most significant in American education focused on current and best practices for training teachers in both primary and secondary schools. Workshops were held including a session titled Recruitment with Vision attended by President Jordan, addressing teacher qualification standards.

Ance Jordan

Old Auditorium Remodels Balcony into Practice Rooms

The balcony of the old auditorium is being leveled to create four or five small rooms for piano practice and seminar meetings. Construction began this week. High school visitation programs continue with University cooperation and notable visits planned across multiple cities through March 7. President Rush Jordan attends Career Day in Bozeman on March 5 with other Western representatives scheduled March 6 and 7 at Beaverhead, Anaconda, and Helena high schools.

Jold Rush Jordan Bozelman Ralph Kneeland Iseohn Garry Western Beaverhead County High School College John Cumming Harold Erickson Anaconda High School Jordan Helena High

MCC Meeting March 6 at Bozeman Features College Conference

Leaders of the Conference plan a March 6 meeting in Bozeman to discuss Montana College Conference matters. President Bush Jordan will attend. A 1956 Encyclopaedia Americana set is now in the library. The University Executive Council meets in Helena on March 7 to discuss additional revenue for university units, per President Rush Jordan.

Bozeman Montana College Bush Jordan Helena Rush Jordan

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