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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1918
Page
10
Friday afternoon at Blacktail No. 1 school Miss Ahern led a Junior Red Cross exhibit by children under 13. They knitted an Afghan for soldiers or refugees and wash cloths while Alma Olsen 12 showcased a flawless sleeveless sweater. Refreshments followed for a large audience.
The Limit club committee reports satisfactory results after one week of operation. About 15 members have been secured so far, with plans to push harder after the Liberty loan drive to reach the 100 member goal. Thirty Dollar Sheep: Emma Yeaman of Lemhi Idaho sold 1 600 pure blood Shropshires to Peter McKinney of Salmon at 30 per head.
The Dillon notes outline Easter services at M. E. Church with morning Sunday school and communion, plus Epworth League events and preaching. Other items report Mrs. Warren Stone named honorary member of Butte Anglers, flag half-mast for Mrs. Poindexter, a one day cattle sale by Dillon Horse Sales, trout fry deliveries for Blacktail Deer Creek, fire repairs at Olmsted-Stevenson storeroom, and various local notices on dances, DAR meeting, a ranch fire at Lima, garden hopes cooled by cold, school election details, Tom King’s death, cattle sale to Lakeview, and a 16 year old sent to Miles City industrial school.
Schuler and Bidstrup loaded seven carloads of oats at Dillon selling price $3.50 per 100 pounds. Last fall they were offered $2.50. The oats are understood to be destined to help fill a government contract.
Dillon residents and visitors populate the week with travel from Butte Armstead Jackson Bedrock and Butte again. Notables include Frank Eliel Maitland Rhino and Mrs Poindexter’s funeral attendees along with business moves by Grant Easton and C S Brereton.
Dillon social affairs note Theta group was hosted Tuesday night at Miss Cora Taylor home on Reeder Street for an informal gathering.
Mrs A G Williams hosted the Bitterroot club meeting on Wednesday afternoon with guests Mrs James Dodd and Mrs John Barrett in attendance. Joe Foss and Agnes May Gibson, both of Grant, were married by Justice L P Phillips on Tuesday at a local hotel.
The Methodist ladies will gather in the church parlors next Thursday afternoon for a social event hosted by Mrs. Grant Haines, Mrs. Betsey Haines, Mrs. Margaret Schuler, and Mrs. Roberts.
Mr and Mrs John Collins will entertain at a six o clock dinner tomorrow evening. After dinner a program will be rendered with Mrs W A Sewell and Miss Jean Bishop singing and readings. A delightful evening is promised to guests.
The marriage of Merton Everett Fullerton and Lucy V. Spencer, both of Jackson, occurred Tuesday afternoon at Roy Jackson’s Dillon home. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. H. G. Humphrey of the Methodist church.
Grover Cleveland wed Sunday afternoon at the Griffin residence with Mr and Mrs Chas Griffin hosting the quiet ceremony and reception following in their parlor.
The ceremony witnessed Jacksonian Helming uniting with Miss Howard of Plains as Harry Helming of Wisdom and Miss Geneva Kinkaid of California attended. The nuptials were conducted by H. G. at a local venue.
The Westminster guild will meet with Mrs John Collins and leaders Miss Elizabeth Sutherland and Miss Nina Nash. At the last meeting, members voted to drop refreshments during the war and the piece urges buying Liberty bonds to support American troops on the western front.
Johnson Bros announce a new butcher shop in Forsgren Grocery, taking over the Dool & Easton meat business. They pledge to carry meats of all kinds and thank patrons for past favor, stating they are yours to serve.
Taxpayers with taxable property are ordered to call at the assessor’s office and list all property as soon as convenient. The notice covers days 14 through 21.
French and English dictionaries are now available at the Tribune Book Store. Customers can browse a range of language reference volumes and choose the best fit for study or travel.
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