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Newspaper

Dillon Examiner

Location

Dillon, Montana, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1950

Page

6

Jackson Community Notes Highlight PTA Officers and Local Events

A large crowd attends the Farm Bureau meeting with Montana Power officials discussing private enterprise. Election of officers includes Mrs. Charles Burton and Dale Strodtman. The Jackson PTA elects officers. an Indian pageant and square dancing follow a busy year. Students attend plays in Dillon. locals visit kin, and school improvements begin with well drilling and plumbing upgrades.

Farm Bureau Montana Power Company Pee CVA MVA J. ©. Burns Montana Power Edwin Buck Esther Finnived Norena Lonan Mucisians Verl Smith Pee Three Atte Charles Burton Dale Strodtman H. B. Hansen California Hansen Burton Harry Burton George Krause Jackson Pta Bud Lapham Bob Jackson Wayne Stocks Barney Bray Benny Johnson John Schonenberger Timmy Stocks Betty Sarah Henrie Patsy Evans Susie Jimmy Boetticher Ruth Clemon Glenna Darlene Rows R. Hewlett Banach Dillon Richard Gee Shepherd Ellen Rae Timmy Linda Stocks Jimmie Boettcher Darlene Rowsey Jenny Lynn Ruth Ann Sherry Nelson Lyla Jack Shepherd Keith Boetticher Jay Nelson Ida Olsen Fred Hirschey Hirschey Frank Jackman Long Beach S. J. Johnson Jackman Jennie Marie Pacific Jackson Jackson School Tom Clemon Spokane Wash

Missoula Contest Highlights Missoula H S Musicians

Dillon high school musicians excel at the state solo and small ensemble contest in Missoula on May 5 and 6. Jim Martinell earned a superior rating on trombone. others received excellent and good ratings across cornet, sousaphone, piano, violin, soprano, and ensembles. Kathryn Cardinale had emergency appendicitis during the festival and underwent surgery, missing the all state orchestra, while recovering in Missoula hospital with her mother by her side.

Anna Jane Caldwell Darlene McCullum Elsia Rouse JoAnne Smith Mildred Schmitt Peggy Wenger Pat Sanderford Phyllis Harrison Verona Nettick Dan Hawkins Walt Featherly Bernard Holloran Jim Martinell Darwin Phillips Lester Jones Pat Sandeford Lila Jean Harkness Missoula

Church Service Schedule and Choir Practice Notice

Rev Arthur B Ward rector presides Holy communion at 8 a m church school at 9 45 a m Attendance slips will be presented to Lorraine Wheat Karol Lee Gibbons Craig Cornell Jack Gibbons and Hugh Clarke at 11 a m morning prayer and sermon Wednesday 7 30 p m choir practice Thursday 3 45 p m Junior choir practice We extend a cordial invitation to worship with us.

Arthur B. Ward Holy Communion Lorraine Wheat Karol Lee Gibbons Craig Cornell Jack Gibbons Hugh Clarke

Jackson and Dillon Community News Highlights

Jackson hosted relatives as Mr Clemon took part in a trap shoot with notable scores led by Jackson 74 while Dale Strodtman and Bruce Jardine hit 25. Other shooters included Krause and Johnson with varied scores. Community events covered include Red Cross First Aid class sessions, immunization clinic, a Mother's Day dinner, and the grand opening of the Diamond Bar Inn set for May 27.

Clemon Jackson Dale Strodtman Bruce Jardine Johnnie Krause Bob Jackson Jack Hurley Kenneth Krause Raymond Johnson Bill Jacobs R. C. Fetty Tom Nelson Glenn Rowsey Alan Decker Bill Nelson George Krause George Clemon J. T. Daugherty Lloyd Daugherty Dillon Joe Carroll Jack Hirschey Cecile Jan St. James Hospital Butte Red Cross National Ski Patrol Log Haven Doolings

Drive for Toys Drive Begins Next Week

Acting president Evelyn McLaughlin announces the annual drive for old and used toys in cooperation with home demonstration clubs. Donations including fabric scraps and doll parts will be sent to the Deer Lodge state penitentiary for restoration and distribution to needy children at Christmas. Scout Troop No. 14 will collect items. Davis Motor Co. provides trucks. Karst Freight Lines handles free shipment to Deer Lodge.

Q. and A. Club Evelyn McLaughlin Deer Lodge Dillon’s Scout Troop No. 14

Women Hold Annual Bowl Dinner Here

The Women’s Bowling League held its annual banquet at the Pipe Organ Lodge with a roast beef entree. Monty Stone reported on the State Bowling conference and awards were given for high series and games, with several members honored for long service and all events.

Women’s Bowling League Pipe Organ Lodge Ruth Greenfield Merle Brown Monty Stone Shirley Hart Red & White Laundry League Sec Elsie Cornell Jewel Ramps Lois Lynch Elveretta Rundle Ruth Murray Helen Ryan Jean Linduska Edith Hilger Baby Smith Harriet Brundage Fern Schuyler

Grace Memorial Church Mother's Day Program

Grace Memorial Methodist Church invites all to Mother's Day services. Sunday school at 10 a.m. with Alfred R. Grateer as superintendent and a 11 a.m. service with special music by the choirs. Miss Newnes on organ and junior choir directed by Mrs. Davis perform That Sweet Story of Old. Sermon titled The Way of Honor for Our Mothers. Choirs meet Thursday at 4 and 7:30 p.m. Potluck supper at 6:30, last until September, with an official board meeting after.

Grace Memorial Methodist Church Robert N. Johnstone Alfred R. Grateer Miss Newnes Davis

First Lutheran Church Sunday Services and Activities

First Lutheran Church holds services every Sunday at 11 00 a m with Sunday school at 9 45 a m Confirmands meet Wednesday at 7 00 p m and an aid event scheduled for the second and fourth Friday of each month for all residents in need.

First Lutheran Church

Choteau Man Wins A Pulitzer Prize

Choteau Montana novelist A B Guthrie Jr a resident during summer was named a Pulitzer prize winner May 1 for The Way West Other winners include South Pacific Illinois payroll exposure John Quincy Adams foundations of foreign policy and Annie Allen poetry by Gwendolyn Brooks plus other journalism and music honors across several newspapers and fields

A. B. Guthrie, Jr Choteau Montana M.S.A Russia Carl M. Saunders Jackson Mich Citizen Patriot Jhmes T. Berryman Wash D. Evening Star Washington Bill Crouch Oakland Tribune Oo. W. Larkin America Gwendolyn Brooks Annie Allen Gian-Carlo Menotti

Long Shot Middleground Wins Kentucky Derby

Texas rancher King’s Middleground, a 9 to 1 long shot entered by Bob Kleberg Jr., overtook Hill Prince Mr Trouble and Sun Glow in the final stretch to win the 76th Kentucky Derby in 2 13/6. Your Host faltered after an early bid, finishing out of the money.

Texas Bob Kleberg, Jr King Ranch Middleground Hill Prince Mr. Trouble Sun Glow Whirlaway

Woman's Club Meets at Wise River

The Wise River Woman's club met May 4 at the home of Mrs. Harry Kidder with President Mrs. Ben Mallon presiding. Lessons on glass painting by Mrs. Ralph Potts and Mrs. Harold Martin and on textile painting by Mrs. Verne Stanchfield were presented. Attendees included a long list of members led by Mrs. Mallon and the hostess.

Woman’s Club Wise River Woman's Club Harry Kidder Ben Mallon Ralph Potts Harold Martin Verne Stanchfield Clyde Thompson Fred Anderson Lawrence Bacon Ernest Allen Robert Allen Howard Johnson Fred Miller Walter Jones Leslie Jones Carl Svelstad Nels Svelstad

Elks Meet Tonight in Local Hall

Dillon Ellis announces a regular Elks meeting tonight at 8:00 p.m. in the I.O.C.F. hall with members urged to attend.

ELKS Dillon Ellis C.F

Virginia City to Host Drama Festival With Montana Plays

The Montana Institute of the Arts will stage a drama festival in Virginia City May 19 to 21 featuring four one act plays from Dillon and elsewhere. Workshops led by Robert Finch and Myrtle Savidge will accompany productions from Gargoyle club, Montana State College, Great Falls Theatre Guild, and Helena Little Theatre with makeup demonstrations and post show discussions.

Montana Institute of the Arts Virginia City Robert Finch Dillon MIA Clarence Brammer Montana State College Robert Vine Thomas Meeson Joseph C. Fitch M.S.C Great Falls Theatre Guild Phyllis Grahame Alice Gerstenberg Helena Rodney Kendall Great Falls Theater Guild Richard E. Cook

Best in Job Work at the Examiner Printing Company

The Examiner Printing Company is highlighted for superior job work in its advertising and printing services. The note praises quality, efficiency, and reliability in producing printing, typography, and related materials for clients.

The Examiner Printing Co

Dr H H Scarborough to Examine Eyes at Andrus Hotel

Optometrist Dr H H Scarborough of Salt Lake City will be at the Andrus Hotel on May 22 and 23 until 4 p m to examine eyes and fit glasses. Take this opportunity to obtain his professional services.

H. H. Scarborough Salt Lake City Andrus Hotel

Sun Mass Schedule At Various Parishes

St. Rose Church holds Sunday masses at 8 and 10 a.m. Lima offers 10 30 a.m. on the first Sunday each month. Grant has 10 30 a.m. on the second Sunday. Melrose masses 10 a.m. on the third Sunday and also fifth Sunday when that occurs. Jackson features 9 30 a.m. on the fourth Sunday.

ST. Rose Catholic Church St. Rose Catholic Lima Grant Melrose Jackson

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