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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1928
Page
1
Forty six names are listed on the winter honor roll with three Dillon students among the honorees. The announcement highlights scholar athletes from multiple colleges including Dillon.
William Chance of Square Butte tops the winter quarter honor roll at Montana State Normal College with eight grade points per credit. The list, with 46 names, requires more than two grade points per credit to earn honors. Dillon and Butte each have three students on the winter quarter roll. The article notes the honor roll is listed in order of points earned per credit.
A fire originating in a defective flue destroyed the Cash Meat Market slaughter house two miles north of Dillon shortly after 10 o clock Monday night resulting in about 4000 dollars in losses. Only part was insured and Fire crews arrived too late to save the building.
Tonight at 8 o clock the city caucus will nominate four candidates for aldermen from Dillon's four wards at city hall. Dillon voters urged to attend. Election set for Monday April 2 with judges and clerks named in a separate notice on this page.
Enthusiasts flock to Titon Country Club two miles north of the city as the golf course, though touched by winter, is in fair condition with improvements planned. Membership grows rapidly and mixed tournaments last fall drew many women. Officers will be elected next month and a caretaker may be hired. The club-house, donated by Harry Turner, will be put into use this year.
The many friends of Miss Gladys Burtch a well known Dillon girl studying music in Fort Collins Colorado will be glad to know that she is broadcasting frequently over station KOA at Denver as an accompanist.
M Jabbery spoke to a large audience at the high school about the value of vocational education. The speech highlighted practical training and job readiness for students in the community.
M J Abbey head of Smith Hughes vocational education addressed ranchers and others at Bedgerhead county high school's annual farmers party. He urged that success requires willingness to work and genuine interest in one’s chosen vocation, warning students against education for ease and urging schools and parents to dispel misbeliefs about vocational study.
A large crowd attended a dance hosted by Dillon's volunteer fire department. The event featured music by the Baxter Tonrey Orchestra and was described as one of the season's most enjoyable entertainments.
Governor Frank A. Zelbaker of Dillon will preside at the annual Rotary International district conference in Miles City Friday and Saturday. Dillon Rotarians plan to attend the convention, traveling on a Rotary special train to Butte tomorrow night. Delegates include J. H. Gilbert and J. X Monroe with A. T. Peterson as runner up. F. X Lechner and rank Eliel as alternates. Governor Hazelbaker will deliver the annual address Friday morning and the Rotary wheel will be presented to the district Friday morning after the rounds of all venues.
A former Dillon teacher, Byron B. Toan, reports George Melton of Montana won a fierce opening round in Cleveland at the national handball tournament. Melton defeated Detroit’s Al Spiegel after three hard, fast matches, described as the opening round’s class. The 32nd annual PTA convention will be held in Cleveland from April 28 to May 5 with a Montana delegate taking part.
The sheep industry remains strong with demand at its highest in a decade. Matt Staff of the National Wool Exchange says production cannot quickly expand, keeping domestic wool vital as foreign supplies shrink, and prices are expected to stay elevated.
J C Jeppson manager of the local J C Penney store departs to attend a national convention in Salt Lake City March 23 at Hotel Utah. About ninety eight store managers from Utah Wyoming Colorado and Nevada join buyers and executives from New York for general sessions and discussions.
The Sugar Bowl cafe resumes management by W. T. Logan after three years away on the coast. Known as Bill, he takes over from Roy and Mrs. Jackson and plans improvements to make the Beavers head county eatery a top local cafe.
Dillon Rotary club plans a large delegation to the district convention in Miles City with fifteen Rotarians signing up to attend at today's close. Venable is listed as a speaker for the event.
Four classes at Beaverhead county high school nominate eight candidates for Miss Beaverhead queen to reign at the Hi Jinx carnival at the high school Friday and Saturday night. Seniors Dorothy Stewart Irene Bryan juniors Bee Forsyth Ethel Jean Davis sophomores Beryl Scully Helen Hoffman freshmen Edith Kenison Mary Ellen Haneman.
The Montana State Normal College and Montana State College at Bozeman debated Friday night at the Normal auditorium in the season’s final open forum. The Normals defeated Eastern Montana Normal at Billings and the School of Mines here, continuing their string of victories.
Mr and Mrs Clarence Decker celebrate the arrival of a son born last Saturday morning. The newborn and mother are reported doing well at the grandparents home of Mr and Mrs W T Scully, with the father wearing his hat band proudly enlarged.
Dr. A. Morrow traveled through Montana visiting official business. He noted Beaverhead county’s stretch from Glenn to Dillon as the best road segment while the Deer Lodge to Missoula route was nearly impassable.
Hurley Leach who spent most of the winter in San Diego returned home Sunday and will spend the summer here tending his mining interests.
Parent-Teacher associations lead a campaign for beautiful gardens urging local officials and residents to improve urban green spaces. The effort calls for coordinated projects, school involvement, and community volunteer programs to enhance neighborhoods and civic pride.
The Montana Congress of Parents and Teachers promotes city beauty and community improvement with gardening and home beautifying themes in the April Bulletin. April is named as the ideal month for planning and planting, with the campaign centered in that period.
The Cook Sheep Company sold 6000 head of lambs and wool for about 42 cents a pound, the year’s high in Beaverhead County. Wool bought by R. W. Boone of Boston firm Hallowell Jones & Donald, and lambs sold to Thomas Brothers of Ashton Idaho for 11 cents. Senator EB. Selway also sold his lambs at the same price.
Beaverhead high's track squad begins outdoor workouts as weather allows. Coach Gunderson reports solid material, with Frank Little aiming to repeat in discus and contend in shot put, while Donald Light strides in 440 and sprinters Spencer and Major Dansie star for the Beavers. Kenneth Smith and Henry Hignight expected to boost jumps and pole vault as last year's stars lead a depth-filled lineup. Continued on Page 4.
Roy Forrester was elected president of the Beaverhead Sportsmen's Association at the annual meeting Monday night at City Hall. W. B. Hartwig was chosen secretary and R. M. Barrett treasurer. The group discussed county fish and game matters.
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