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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1939
Page
4
Montana's cash balance on October 1 stood at 10,227,264, up from 7,475,705 a year earlier. September balance was 10,082,568 with September receipts totaling 2,663,123 versus 2,695,573 a year ago, per State Treasurer Ray N. Shannon.
The state board of examiners approved Phillip O. Keeney's claim for 6160 to cover two years he served as librarian after his 1937 contract was not renewed. Back pay was granted by district court and the state supreme court, with reinstatement ordered. He resumed duties July 19, but funds are unavailable, requiring a 1941 deficiency appropriation.
Gov Roy E Ayers names William T Boone Missoula attorney and William T Cowan Box Elder to the state board of education Boone replaces Wallace Brennan Missoula and Cowan fills the seat left by the death of E C Carruth Havre The governor also appoints Frank Carey Virginia City to the state park board for the unexpired term of M M Duncan Virginia City
The state executive committee of the Young Democratic club of Montana will meet in Helena October 15 to form the expansion program for the next year. President L. R. Babb announced. The board includes 15 members from various parts of the state. The state club now has 35 county chapters.
At a state board of health meeting plans were discussed to set up an industrial hygiene division under a recent act to study occupational diseases. No state funds were appropriated. temporary funding will come from the federal Public Health Service, with regulations to guide industries in maintaining healthy working conditions.
The state authorities outlawed cowbells and California spinners used as fishing lures in Montana. The devices consist of a string of spinners with gang hooks, ranging two to ten feet in length, and have seen success in deep lakes.
Reports from 475 independent Montana retailers show August sales up 4.5 percent from a year earlier and 1.2 percent higher than July. Auto dealers gain 14 percent over August last year while meat and grocery stores fall 8 percent.
The state fish and game commission reports seventeen bull elk were killed in the Sun River area during the first three open season days. Bulls hunting closes October 15, cows and calves have a 30 day window, then bulls reopen for 15 days.
Cars of freight loaded in August at Montana stations rose 16 percent from the prior year per a report by the state railroad and public service commission. Ore carloadings led gains with 883 more than last August, while 4 053 this year. Wheat, stone, and refined petroleum fell, while flour, cattle, sheep, concentrates, slag tailings and crude petroleum all posted increases.
Secretary Mayland praised the Beaverhead board of commissioners for highway work but said lack of equipment and funds hampers snow removal efforts. S. E. Whitworth became a new director, replacing Charles Burden. In Helena, Mrs J K Pettingill of Detroit will speak at the state Parent-Teacher convention October 9 10 and 11. She edits the National Parent Teachers magazine and has served on the national congress board since 1927. Mrs Mark Farris Helena council president will be general convention chairman. Mrs R H Jesse Missoula state president will preside at business sessions.
A posse led by Sheriff Temple and Undersheriff Troupe hunted for an assailant after a Friday shooting at the Peterson ranch. Carl Runer, formerly employed there, fired three shots at rancher Herman Peterson during a dispute over a wrecked truck. Peterson died as the investigation continued with a coroner's involvement and funeral arrangements noted.
Washington reports farm fires last year killed about 3,500 people and caused $95,000,000 in damage. Secretary Wallace urged observance of National Fire Prevention Week and recommended regular inspection of farm houses and outbuildings for fire safety.
Mrs Roy Stocker, a visitor from Grant, spent Wednesday in the city touring local sights and meeting residents. Her brief stop highlighted community welcome and town events.
Gov Roy E Ayers appoints C E Comer Missoula attorney to fourth district bench to replace Ralph L Arnold while Arnold joins the state supreme court. Both will serve until next year's election to fill remaining terms.
The Ellen May guild will be entertained by Miss Faye Kirkpatrick and Miss Ottillie Brauer at their home tomorrow after noon at 4 30 Miss Genevieve Albertson reviews the first chapter of Homeland Harvest and devotionals are led by Miss Jessie Duboc and Mrs W J Bierrum. The Baptist Ladies Aid society meets at 3 tomorrow at the Cottage with Mrs Frank Bassett Mrs John Foster and Mrs Bray as hostesses. The Better Homes club met this afternoon at Mrs Walter Wetzel home with Mrs Hoffman assisting. The Just-as-More club meets at the home of Mrs Roy Webster tomorrow afternoon at 2.
Mrs A F Waldorf presided for St James guild and Dr W H Stephan gave the welcome address. Bishop Daniels and the new rector spoke. Mrs F D Willis and Mrs W G Gilbert with Mrs A I Cashmore sang Schubert Serenade. Refreshments followed.
Billings reports the 14th annual convention date announced for the 28th of the month. Organizers state plans include standard sessions and public involvement.
The Wise River and Wisdom clubs hosted a meeting with committee appointments announced for program resolutions credentials press and publicity and courtesy. Rural electrification progress was reported and County Nurse Margaret Holloran described health administration improvements. Speakers included Mrs H S Mussigbrod Montana Federation president on New Horizons and Miss Jeanette Rankin on keeping the country out of war. The luncheon featured a piano solo by Mrs Ray Willey and a musical reading by Mrs Wallace Francis.
Beaverhead home clubs assemble with retiring secretary and the stalling officer Mrs Pascal Bimat of Dell presiding. The program begins at 10 AM and continues after lunch with all 11 clubs and last year’s council attending. Plans for the coming year to be discussed by the council.
A meeting of the Daughters of the Nile in Butte yesterday drew attendees including Mrs. T. E. Betel, Mrs. Mary Molleus, Mrs. Woodside, and Mrs. C. L. Be. The gathering showcased local participation and community involvement within the organization.
Multiple student groups at the Normal college announce new officers including Alma Johansen Dagmar and Desta Fisher Missoula as presidents or treasurers. The House Council led by Dean Anna Moser names Madalyn McDonnell Manhattan as president and Beth Harwood Fairfield as vice president. Faculty sponsor Mrs Mary Baker Emerick supports the Art club with Ronnell Wiles Ennis as president. A morning assembly featured Prof Rush Jordan discussing The Aftermath of Versailles, with Prof J Ford McBain attending a Montana American Chemical Society meeting in Bozeman.
Officers pursued a rustler who fled into a cabin Friday night and escaped during a barage of bullets. A severe snowstorm and darkness hindered the search as tracks vanished in the snow. Police later identified the rustler, who is believed to have fled down a nearby creek.
Mr Turner left a bequest of one thousand dollars for crippled children through the Dillon Boy Scouts. He was connected with Union Electric in Dillon and Montana Electric in Butte and had lived in Carmel by the Sea California for several years. He died August 2 in Carmel.
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