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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1933
Page
4
Widespread revelry marks the end of prohibition with beer legally available across states. Crowds celebrate in cities as breweries roll out stock and express trains carry freight amid festive scenes. Observers note the mood is upbeat, while some warn against overstatement of immediate economic boons.
Henry Thompson faced continuous criticism for hoarding his surplus hay to protect winter feed. A 19th century cattleman who survived a severe winter and hay shortage near Lima, he fed his herd first and kept hay from sale for neighbors in distress. He explained he grows hay for feed, not for sale, believing in supporting livestock until markets recover.
A digest of Dillon news recalling Pistol Johnny and Lou Taylor in a shooting incident. Beavershead County notes recount jail confinement, fires in town, and a bevy of fights. A chimney blaze near Mr Lou C Fyrie sparked a townwide rush to Montana street.
The Dillon city council passes an ordinance regulating the sale and distribution of beer within Dillon Montana. It requires a city license issued after state licensing, sets license expirations, penalties of up to 500 dollars or six months in jail for violations, and requires publication in the Dillon Tribune.
The board adjourned on Wednesday April 5 1983 at 5:00 o clock with no further business. Attest: Albert S Bie Clerk of said Board.
Sealed proposals for leasing land of the Big Hole Irrigation District are due by 10 00 A M on Tuesday May 2 1933. Bids may cover the entire tract or parcels and must include a 25 percent certified check. Leases run to January 1 1934 with balance due by October 1 1933. The county may reject all bids.
Department of the Interior issues notices of intention to make three year proof to establish claims on stock raising homestead entries in Polaris Montana. Witnesses named include Andy B Pyle James H Harrison George A Pyle and William A Pahnish. Hearings set before Fred Rife in Dillon on May 17 1933.
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