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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1909
Page
4
The Tripune Pustisu gno Co announces it will not be responsible for any debts contracted by employees except when orders signed by the manager authorize them.
The Montana eight hour law threatens shorter divisions on rail lines and may push Lima shops closer to Butte, with Dillon as a preferred shop site. A local payroll boost of 12000 to 20000 dollars monthly is cited, while county court costs rise due to more trials. The article urges support for locating shops and warns of rising jail crowds and district court costs in the coming term.
The paper notes that Butte Argenta Copper prepares to expand mining at the Fron Mountain mine in Argenta with significantly more activity this year. It states the firm will employ several score more miners to meet anticipated output.
Farr writes to the Tribune urging the Beaverhead club to recognize and boost the Beaverhead County Fair association. He argues a properly run county fair showcases local products, attracts homeseekers, and benefits the county more than generic advertising. He asks the club to align with its origins and support the fair financially and publicly.
The text warns Argenta may become a permanent mining camp and ruin Rattlesnake creek water needed by Dillon. It suggests the city could be forced to move its water intake to a higher point above Argenta to avoid contamination from trash and filth.
Frank Yerkes of the Madison County Monitor directs county involvement in the Montana Development League. Twin Bridges plans mass distribution of illustrated folders to attract settlers from other states. Knight notes aloud the value of strong statewide outreach for dry land farming areas.
A letter to the Tribune argues the Beaverhead club should support the county fair. The writer notes the fair draws visitors from across the state and neighboring states, provides valuable advertising, and offers authentic insight into agriculture and livestock prospects by showcasing genuine exhibits.
Representative Frank Eliel of Beaverhead County urged county residents to back his bid on the Montana Development League executive committee. He pledges a vigorous effort to attract settlers to Beaverhead Valley and highlight beach lands for dry land farming. The article notes a stallion law requiring examination and mentions Dr J P Thomson will be in Dillon next Friday for inspections.
Dillon reports Oregon Short Line and Gilmore Pittsburg railroads race toward Salmon Idaho to be first to secure the canyon passage along the Salmon river. The paper suggests Gilmore Pittsburg may be a transcontinental link, which the Short Line aims to block.
The Idaho territory threat hints at a conflict as two rival firms brace for a possible clash before year’s end. Dillon faces uncertainty over securing a trunk line to the coast via the town, affecting strategic access and regional logistics.
Seventeen weeks from next Tuesday the Beaverhead county fair will begin in Dillon. The article predicts a strong fair with liberal prizes for exhibits and urges preparations now for exhibitors to enter.
County fair planners fix dates for a multi day event August 31 through September 3 including exhibits rides and contests. Local organizers urge residents to mark calendars and prepare for family activities and competitions during the holiday weekend.
Four top Montana colleges compete in a premier oratorical event at Dillon next Friday. University Missoula Agricultural College Bozeman Wesleyan Helena Normal Dillon each send a student chosen for eloquence and skill. Admission is modest with weeks of prep behind each speaker and a decisive public verdict awaited.
A stock company led by M. E. Barry forms to operate automobile service between Armstead and Grant on Horse Prairie. Capital stock is $10,000 with Barry as president. A Buick 40 horsepower touring car is ordered and due soon. initial service runs two trips daily, with expansion possible as demand grows.
Beaverhead county high school held its first annual field meet at the fair grounds last Saturday afternoon. Ray Willey led in most events with multiple first places and a strong set of records noted in pole vault and high jump. Prizes were awarded Saturday evening in the high school assembly with Prof. L. R. Foote presenting.
Consumer warning about catarrh treatments containing mercury. Hall's Catarrh Cure by F J Cheney Co of Toledo Ohio is presented as mercury free and taken internally. Advised to buy genuine product from Toledo makers. testimonials offered and price listed at 75 cents per bottle. Also recommends Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
The Dillon Public Library offers book distribution on weeknights from 7 to 9 30 pm Monday Wednesday and Saturday. Friday 4 to 6 pm and Saturday 3 to 6 pm. Tuesday and Friday evenings are open to readers.
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