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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1942
Page
4
The passing of Gene Poindexter leaves Dillon and Beaverhead County bereaved. A lifelong town figure, he influenced baseball prestige, Red Cross drives, Liberty Bond efforts, and local editorials. His energetic presence and friendly nature linger in The Examiner’s files.
Normal college librarian Miss Loretta Buss attends a state librarians meeting in Kalispell. Faculty members and student librarians cover her duties Monday and Tuesday. A library exhibit this week centers on Education for Democracy with recent publications like Calling America Hemisphere Solidarity and Education and Defense of the American Democracy. A Merit System Examination for Stenographers is set for next Saturday in rooms 218 and 108 under the State Merit System Council with Supt. Paul Anderson in local charge.
The Weather Bureau in Butte announces that war era weather information including forecast and daily highs and lows will again be available to the public through newspapers. Broadcast of such information remains prohibited.
Wise River residents report trips to Fishtrap and Butte for work, meals, and events. John Trueman travels to Melrose for employment near Hecla Road. Birth announced for Blanche Judith Bennett. Mrs. Diliss Dodgson, Wise River native, is her mother. Community members host and visit in Dillon, Melrose, Dewey, and Butte with dinners, motor trips, and a home defense meeting addressing bonds and nutrition.
T. W. Sargent manager of the Safeway store was elected president of the Dillon Rotary club at a board meeting last Wednesday. E. E. Hazel became vice-president, T. E. Gilbert secretary, re-elected, and J. C. Wedum named sergeant-at-arms. Terms begin July 1 as the Rotary year starts. Directors: T. W. Sargent E. E. Hazel Paul Anderson J. W. Rees Albert Erickson.
Beaverhead County Federation of Womans Clubs held a spring meeting with the Dillon Shakespeare club as host. Outgoing president Mrs Dan Pendergast Wise River. New vice president Mrs James Patterson Wise River and secretary-treasurer Miss Maysel Mallon Wise River. Attendees report an enjoyable day.
Local items show graduation exercises and awards at Lima High School. Students Pat Brown Lola Seybold Dolores Green Louis Hoadley James Gordon Dee Merrell and others received eighth grade diplomas. Ruth Hawkley was valedictorian Dick Gosman salutatorian received a year long scholarship.domain
St Rose Junior Guild hosts bridge and pinochle at the Tash ranch. Faculty entertain after the baccalaureate services with gifts to retiring staff. Manse and Wesleyan guild activities planned with refreshments. Rainbow Dance for seniors and parents announced with committee chairs. Various bridge and pinochle clubs meet, pins awarded, and two spring weddings detailed with reception notes. Includes Relief Society meeting and upcoming dances.
County high school seniors, both boys and girls, are invited to the dance at the Normal college rec hall Friday evening after the May Fete. The student activity committee sponsors the event and seniors may attend all entertainment events on Friday or Saturday as part of Campus Day activities.
Daniel Edwards of Butte and Olive Rutherion of Armstead were issued a marriage license in Butte on Monday in the office of Elmer Shea, clerk of the court.
Leonard Thompson pastor announces services on Sunday May 10 at 10 00 am with Sunday school at 11 00 am. Ladies Aid meets May 14 at H C Hansen ranch home hosted by Mrs Hansen and Mrs Gordon Harris.
Mrs Floyd Packer and two children along with Mrs L H Smith and three children arrived home Sunday evening after a week long visit in Salt Lake City.
Classified ad notes pansy plants in bud available in sets of 3 dozen for one dollar. Mentions catalogue perennials and annuals from View Acres in Hamilton Montana. 39-tf.
In Beaverhead County Montana the executrix MAY E BROWN of Elizabeth Marchesseau deceased invites creditors and others with claims to exhibit them with vouchers within 10 months after first publication to the law offices of Gilbert Gilbert Dillon Montana. Dated April 17 1942.
The Commissioner of State Lands and Investments of Montana announces a public auction on June 8, 1942 at 1:30 p.m. at the Dillon county court house for three Beaverhead County parcels totaling 640, 320, and 160 acres. Bids must meet appraised values with 10 percent certified cash, balance in 33 annual installments at 5 percent interest, and include a $5 certificate fee.
Delinquent assessments on January 26 1942 for specified stock shares will be sold May 16 1942 at 2:00 PM at the Water Users Irrigation Company office 30 South Montana Street Dillon Montana to cover delinquencies plus advertising costs. Prior liens remain with the shares and buyers take subject to liens. J K Keller president B A Risley secretary. 41-31.
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