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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1903
Page
1
A severe late season snowstorm across southern Montana flattens badly one third of county grain, with farmers estimating losses to exceed 100000 dollars. Beaten stalks remain on fields in Dillon and surrounding ranches, while some grain may be salvaged by careful handling.
A new water appropriation of 10 inches from the Blacktail is filed by E W Slack. He claims 100 inches continuous flow from Blacktail Deer creek that rises below Canyon ditch. Water will be conducted to Slack’s ranch via the T M Selway ditch. Slack plans to enlarge the ditch next Monday.
Mrs George E Jewell announces retirement from millinery trade in Dillon and is selling her entire stock of hats laces ribbons velvets and trimmings at sacrifice prices The stock valued at 1400 includes fresh fall and winter goods not shopworn and must go within weeks, with Dillon residents urged to shop early.
Four months old Paul Harford Creasey died yesterday morning at the family home on North Idaho street from infantile trouble. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Creasey and will be buried this afternoon. He was related to Mr. and Mrs. Sim Kates, pioneer residents of Beaverhead near Ryan canyon.
The Beaverhead county commissioners met September 8 1903 in regular session. They approved road supervision appointments audit of bonds and county officials, assigned deputy treasurer and approved quarterly reports and various road and jail matters. The board visited the Dell ground for a right of way and set future reports.
Reports from the Birch Creek district signal expanding mining activity in Montana. Butte investors bonded Snowball and Ajax claims after purchasing from George K. Jewell and partners, driving development, with the shaft planned to reach 100 feet. A ten stamp quartz mill was bought in Hailey Idaho by A J Noyen to boost milling at Ajax, while the existing five stamp mill was restarted Monday.
Walter Fox reports a serious accident at the South Fork Big Hole mine where Shoemaker was buried by a rock slide for six hours. George Rhino freed him and carried him to a nearby cabin. Shoemaker suffers severe bruising and extensive injuries but no broken bones. Recovery time is expected to be long with uncertain prognosis.
Mrs. Mary Powers of Butte announces the engagement of her daughter Kraula Myrtle Powers to Mr. Cnaper J Schultz. The ceremony will be at noon September 30 at the First Presbyterian Church Butte with a reception at 814 West Granite from 12:30 to 1. The couple will reside in Butte and be at home after November 1.
Andrew J Lindtorn returns to work at the Watseka mine where miners have been paid for July and a forthcoming payday will clear arrears. The company’s finances are improving and no one will be harmed by the temporary setback. Ore at 600 feet depth is wider and better, securing the district’s future.
Paul Jahnke and his brothers own a promising copper claim cluster at the head of the South Fork of the Big Hole River. Early reports show notable success in advancing development with expectations of attracting capital. District prospects point to extensive growth by year end.
Fred Scheglemilch of Dillon filed three location notices with the clerk and recorder. The claims lie near the Dark Horse mine and are recorded in Beaverhead and Lemhi counties.
Severe storm Friday and Saturday slowed operations on the Indian Queen camelier as soft snow blocked the ditch preventing water flow. Work resumed Monday after the stoppage.
Messrs Jewell Graeter and Hall show interest in properties around the Indian Queen and are arranging for extensive development in the near future.
John Gill stood trial before Justice Rich yesterday afternoon charged with stealing two rings and a bracelet from his sister, the farmer's wife near Dilton. He was swiftly found guilty and fined 50 dollars, to be served in the city jail.
M J Martinell and G B Patterson shipped 2000 head of fat sheep to Omaha Thursday. Dr Buzbee, U S inspector, calls them the best lot of sheep inspected this year. Snow storm near Dell delayed search but the herd was eventually recovered and sheltered.
J. L. Bingham of Lima and Miss Grace E. Beaver of this city married nearly two weeks ago by Rev. A. B. Martin. They kept the marriage secret well and plan to leave Dillon tonight for their home near Lima.
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