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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1947
Page
8
A reminiscence recalls hog price jumps from 2.40 to 2.85 in an Illinois market. The piece analyzes demand population and inflation from 1900 to 1945, noting government controls, corn prices, and money value effects on pork prices and farmer gains. It also contrasts civilian army employment and defense economics.
Detective Duke McCale pieces together a complex plot involving Victoria Bigelow’s relatives, a forged letter, and a risky plan to marry Veronica and gain control of money. Veronica claims innocence as investigators confront secrets, blackmail, and a deadly room scene.
A Western Newspaper Union capsule discusses labor fears of a food price surge, noting January prices 30 percent higher than a year ago. It argues current shortages stem from OPA changes, weather, and export policy, not inevitable inflation, and urges cautious hog and wheat production to avert price spikes.
An ad lists NEW PORTABLE SAWMILLS with various sizes and accessories for immediate delivery by C A Williams in Seattle. Also promotes CAMERAS-16 mm units from PHOTO SURPLUS SALES in New York City with an Army-Navy model and a £3.5 lens at a special $45, with parts and accessories available.
An assortment of classified notices lists business and private sales. Items include a 200 gallon septic tank for immediate delivery via Beall Inc in Billings Montana, a furnished four room summer home with utilities in Brightwood Oregon offered for cash or contract, and seeds and plants from Beacon Brand and Gooding Seed Company highlighting Idaho grown alfalfa and clover seeds for northern origin.
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