Revival foreseen as Glen mining sale announced
Theodore L. Meladden of Gilbert and Meladden announces the sale of the Hidden Treasure group of ten lode claims on McCarthy Mountain near Tillon to Frederick C. Gilbert, with attorney Sen. Thomas J. Walker of Butte. Gilbert outlines geology, mine history, and plans to develop the Eaton claims, while geologic context explains the Boulder Batholith region and mineral deposition deep in Dillon quadrangle.
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Theodore l. “Meladden
Gilbert
Meladden
Keith and Bieber
Geroup
Ten Lode
McCarthy Mountain
Tillon
Rocky Mountains
Thomas J. Walker
Butte
Tribune
Eaton
Houlder
Dillon Quadrangle
Dillon
Marysville
Philipsburg
Elkhorn
Boulder
Old-time Dillon resident E. B. Sabin dies after long illness
E B Sabin a Montana freighter and early settler died at his daughter Marietta Smiths home after a long illness. Born Salt Lake City November 27 1847 he freighted between Corinne Utah and Montana before settling in Beaverhead county. He moved to Dillon in 1906 and lived there until two years ago when he relocated to Hamilton.
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Montana
E. B. Sabin
Marietta Smith
Salt Lake City
Corinne
Utah
Beaverhead County
Dillon
Hamilton
P T A Convention Planned in Dillon in May
The Montana Congress of Parents and Teachers district convention will be held in Dillon during the first week in May. Delegates are to travel from Missoula Darby Helena Butte Jima the Nelson school Reichle and Hireh Creek. Mrs R R Govanson of Missoula district PTA president will preside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana Congress of Parents and Teachers
Dillon
Missoula
Darby
Helena
Butte
Jima
Nelson School
Reichle
Hireh Creek
Mas
Go Vaxson
Sissoula
Stife
Ji 'T. A
Stolen Old Painting At Cabin Near Point of Rocks
The antique wall painting once displayed in a cabin near Point of Rocks was stolen last winter. Mrs. J. W. Scott of Armstead appeals for its return, promising no questions if recovered. The artwork showed a young girl by a well and was a favored local relic tied to early stagecoach days.
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Dillon
Point of Rocks
J. W. Scott
Armstead
Old Trails
Daughters of the American Revolution
Rotary Talk Analyzes Traffic Accidents Causes
J. 5. Kelsey of New Jersey spoke at the Dillon Rotary Club dinner on traffic crashes and prevention. He said most accidents occur off the business district with sharp left turns driving intersection crashes. Betty Roe, Beaverhead high school student, spoke on Germany’s political situation and predicted Hindenburg’s reelection. Edward Exum sang a vocal solo. President Bergeson noted his Seattle visit for the world Rotary convention in July. G. T. Paul chaired. A A Simpson announced next week's speaker.
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Kelsey
New Jersey
Dillon Rotary Club
Betty Roe
Beaverhead County
Germany
Avon Hindenburg
Edward Exum
C. A.bergeson
Seattle
Rotary Club
Rotary
G. T. Paul
A. A. Simpson
Beaverhead National Forest
Flight School Instructor Attends Island Empire Meeting
Spokane report notes Miss Schoenborn of Spokane plans to attend the Island Empire meeting in Washington on April 6 7 and 8. She expects to attend all meetings noting they are usually worthwhile. The event draws teachers from Washington Oregon Montana and beyond with lecturers from across the United States.
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Mir
Mary Schoenborn
Efi
Spokane
Wash
Eliels Plan Major Interior Redesign and Expansion
Eliels announces a large improvement program to start before May 1 moving the Montana Mercantile into its former men’s department area and rearranging the interior. Alfred Heinman and Grand Rapids Fixture Company consultants plan a connected space with new show cases and shelving and a refreshed front next summer.
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Alfred Heinman
Los Angeles
Grand Rapids Fixture Company
Montana Street
Montana judge dismisses Montgomery suit in estate case
Judge George M. Bourquin in Helena ruled for defendants in G H Montgomery against J H Gilbert et al. The case, originating in Dillon and tried in Butte, centered on probate notice and alleged conversion. The court found the conversion unproven and dismissed the suit.
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United States
George M. Bourquin
Helena
G. H. Montgomry
J. H. Gilbert
Dillon
Butte
Father
Montgomery
Bourquin
Quiet City Election Sees Tie in Second Ward
Last Monday's city election across four wards produced about 50 votes with only one contest a 5 to 5 tie between Elmo Winn and Albert Featherly in the second ward. Unless the official count changes, Featherly may keep his alderman seat while George Gosman, A. G. Williams, and John T. Orr won in wards one, three, and four respectively.
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Dity
Elmo Winn
Albert Featherly
Featherly
George Gosman
A. G. Williams
John T. Orr
L. A. Gregory
Well known former resident passes in Idaho
Mrs Ollie Hungate a Beaverhead county resident for 25 years died suddenly last Saturday while visiting with her mother Mrs S B Shepherd in Bellview Idaho She would have been 62 on the 22nd She is survived by her mother five daughters Mrs Iva Downing Mrs Ruby McKnight Mrs Essie Helming and Mrs Evelyn Baker three sons Fred Walter and L Hungate five brothers Sanford Roland Marion Jess and Charles Shepherd two sisters Mrs Maude Larson and Mrs Anna Meyers and several grandchildren
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ollie Hungate
Beaverhead County
S. BR. Shepherd
Bellview
Idaho
Hungate
Iva K. Downing
Ruby McKnight
Spokane
Wash
Essie Helming
Wisdom
Evelyn Baker
Plains
Ermont Mine Prospect Underway West of Dillon
Under the direction of A. H. Sperry a Spokane mining man a crew of expert drillers use a diamond drill at the Ermont mine west of Dillon. The Ermont is a quartz property with prior successful working.
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A. H. Sperry
Spokane
Ermont
Dillon
Freeman Opens Bid for Sheriff Nomination in Beaverhead
Sam Freeman, a veteran stock man and rancher, filed to seek the Republican nomination for sheriff in Beaverhead County. His filing marked the first entry in the county race, shifting interest to politics.
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Beaverhead County
Sam Freeman
Farmers' Party a Remarkable High School Event
The annual farmers party by Ise A Future Farmers at the high school drew a large crowd of ranchmen and families from across the county. Students presented an interesting program and the remainder enjoyed slides and dancing. Meals prepared and served by the boys were a featured highlight of the pleasant evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ise
Symnasium
Dillon Gun Club Wins State Telegraph Trapshoot
The state telegraphic trapshoot, held Sunday, was won by Dillon shooters with 73 of 75. Ted Renfro of Dell, world champion, scored 25 of 25. Dillon led with 25 gunners, Standings list Dillon 78 and several clubs close behind.
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Dillon Shooters
Ted Renfro
Dell
Dillon
Forrester
Brundage
Declamation Event Won by Ruth Kelly at County Finals
Ruth Kelly of Dillon won the seventh and eighth grade declamatory contest at the county finals held in Dillon. Stewart Capehart of Wisdom placed second. in the sixth grade division William Tower won with Marshall Pomeroy of Wisdom second. The event drew ten contestants and featured musical numbers by an instrumental trio and a double quartet.
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Washington
Dillon
Ruth Kelly
Stewart Capehart
Wisdom
William Tower
Marshall Pomeroy
Beaverhead
Butte
an_ instrumental
L. A. Gregory
Alta May Fidler
Lulu Belle Gilman
Mrs. Redburn
Lima
Blake Bean
Monida
Dillon North
Craig Anderson
Drummey
Dillon South
Margaret Given
Armstead
Dillon Training School
Sophomore Class Sponsors Friday Afternoon Program
The sophomore class of the high school is sponsoring a program to be held Friday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jis
Dillon Country Club Golf Calendar Outlines Year
A Dillon Country Club sports committee meeting outlines a busy golf schedule for the year. Members are urged to sign up for events, pay dues, and help run field days, with lunches by the ladies and John Merhar returning as pro on April 15.
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Aio
Dillon Country Club
Paduige
Dhaka
Dillon
Alba
John Merhar
Tombstone
National Bank
Butte
Anaconda
Eliel Company
Gosman Drug Company
Brass cannon on display at Dart Hardware collection
A miniature brass cannon long used by Dillon residents for July Fourth salutes is shown alongside an interesting collection of old cartridges at the Dart Hardware company.
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Dillon
Dart Hardware Company
D A R Resolutions Report Urges Loyalty to Constitution
The Montana Daughters of the American Revolution submit a report reaffirming loyalty to the United States Constitution and government. It condemns radical legislation and urges investigations of groups seeking to undermine government and institutions.
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Committee On Resolutions
Montana
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Glen
Blaine
Fligh
Ialand Empire
Eliel
Montana Mércantile Co
Ermont Mine
Freeman
Stetson
Farmers’ Party
Dillon Gun Club
State Winker
Renfro
Eudaily
Jones
Westergaard
Talent
Lanner
Free
Emery Smith
Emerick
Billings
Sheridan
Great Falls
Miles City
Havre
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