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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1926
Page
10
A roundup of residents visiting Dillon from Lima and other towns in the region. Notables include F. M. Merrill Sr. from Lima, George Truax from Lima, and visits by the Gosmans, Tonney, and the Sill family to Butte. Others note business trips, ranch activity, a pneumonia patient, and shipments of work horses to Wisconsin.
S. S. Patterson, a well known Dillon businessman and rancher, is recovering at his home west of town after a serious illness.
Irank Tyre and party visited Coolidge relatives at the Tait and Deputy homes. A marriage license was issued to George McMurdie and Clara Blair of Blackfoot and they wed by Judge L. P. Phillips. Various residents plan trips to Iowa Chicago Denver Alaska and LaHood Marks attendees head to Butte. A Dillon doctor and students update readers on pirates and a Dillon Normal senior Dan Bock recovers after surgery.
Mr and Mrs Hans Sorenson arrived last Friday from Cotesville Nebraska where they were married recently. They will reside on the groom's ranch in the Stone Creek section. Sorenson spent the winter in Nebraska and surprised friends by bringing home a bride.
John Brundage promotes an imported Belgium Melotte cream separator with a self balancing bowl and porcelain lined milk chambers. He claims it skims so closely that no trace of cream remains and invites inquiries during milking time for demonstrations.
A promotional blurb proclaims a Dillon Tribune feature story about pirates and gentlemen, presenting a bold, lively pirate yarn described as red-blooded and hard-hitting. It promises an engaging western tale turned pirate narrative from a skilled author, beginning this week.
Miss Rose K Brandt Helena state rural school supervisor spoke to Dillon rural teachers at the training school last Friday on English habits and written composition. Instruction on seat work devices and informal testing was given. A similar meeting was held in Lima on Saturday.
The Dillon P T A charity ball held Monday evening at the city hall drew social and financial praise. Baxter Tonney Orchestra provided the music as punch and homemade candy were sold. About 300 dollars was raised to aid needy children and support school purposes.
Master Freddie Chapman celebrated his third birthday last Friday afternoon with a party at the Chapman residence on South Washington street. Twelve children attended games and play and were served refreshments. A cake with lighted candles and paper caps with Easter egg favors delighted each guest.
Mr and Mrs Henry Gleed Sr entertained friends at a Monday dinner at six thirty. Eight covers were laid. A well prepared dinner was served and the evening ended with card games. Mrs Harry Lane and Mr Sam Freeman achieved the two high pinochle scores.
Mrs W G Gilbert entertained guests at two Wednesday and Friday afternoon luncheons at the west side home. Spring blossoms in yellow dominated the decor while a dainty menu followed by bridge at three tables completed the gatherings.
Announcement records the marriage of Grace Gray Smith eldest daughter of George Gray of Grasshopper ranch area and Leo Joseph Hatala in Los Angeles on March 25. The couple plan to reside in Los Angeles.
Stephen Edens of Bozeman and Cora Ford of Salmon Idaho were married at the Baptist parsonage Tuesday evening at 7 by Rev KE Hurley. Carl Webster of Dillon and his wife witnessed. The couple will reside in Salmon Idaho for now.
Mr and Mrs John Gelhaus entertained with a one oclock dinner Sunday extending hospitality to nine friends. Easter lilies served as the centerpiece and Easter favors were given to each guest.
Miss Esta Holtz hosted a birthday dinner for sixteen girl friends last Friday. Tulips decorated the table and a delicious meal was served before the group attended a theater performance.
Mrs. Howard Morse and her son Howard left Tuesday morning for California for an extended visit with Mrs. Morse’s parents Mr and Mrs C W Maurer in Los Angeles and with friends in other California cities.
Pondera county is allocated a state educational fund totaling 15180 dollars with a per pupil allocation of 7.61 dollars. The distribution supports local schools and student programs for the new academic year.
Mr and Mrs J F Wilidal hosted a silver wedding anniversary dinner for about 20 guests on Thursday. Yellow decor with tulips and streamers set two long tables while peonies lilacs apple blossoms and greenery adorned the rooms. After singing Auld Lang Syne guests enjoyed a four course dinner and evening of cards with invitations issued for a similar event Sunday evening.
Martha Opp violin pupil of Grace Little performs Accolay Concerto in A minor and Friml La Gonda at the meet. Eileen Richardson soprano and Grace Little pupil sings Milligan April My April and Johnson Gray Days, with Richardson also playing Chopin Third Ballade and Goddard Second Valse. Violin quartet including Opp David Smith Peterson plays Pontificate and Famous Waltz with Anthony Connolly pianist. Nellie and Grace Little attend the event.
The monthly Parent-Teachers Association gathering will convene at 3 45 p m in the kindergarten rooms. Planned program includes music by the kindergarten band and reports from state meetings with speakers Miss Innes and Mrs J H Gilbert. Speakers cover Better Homes Week Home and Gardening topics with Mrs D A Galt. All interested are invited.
Mrs Loren Davis hosted a birthday dinner Wednesday for her sister Ada Berry whose rare anniversary fell on that date. A well appointed dinner followed by games capped the evening.
Mrs F H Garver entertained the Needle club Wednesday afternoon with guests Mrs Sipple Mrs Alvin Jones Mrs J C Wedum and Mrs J E Monroe in attendance.
Local news notes list residents and visitors in Dillon including Joe Metlen from Medicine Lodge, Mrs. Horace Hand from Reichle, W A Showe of Alder, and many others visiting or staying with local families. The items mention travel to Chicago, Casper, and Portland, plus a trial in Wyo and a funeral attendance for F L Graves.
George C. Sachset and Aline M. Fletcher of Butte were united in marriage at the Baptist parsonage last Saturday. Rev. E. L. Hurley officiated with Miss Jeanette Jones of Butte and Miss Madge Murray of Dillon as witnesses.
The D A R will hold its next meeting on Tuesday April 13 at the home of Miss Jean Bishop.
Mrs R E Foster entertained the St James guild Thursday afternoon in a pleasant social gathering with light refreshments and conversation.
The store explains a successful sale and a new plan offering good goods at the lowest prices. It invites customers to browse six bargain counters with no obligation to buy and promises attentive service in house furnishings.
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