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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1925
Page
12
Dillon residents report visitors and trips across Montana and neighboring states. Notables include Miss Eleanor Olson from Jackson, Mrs Kelly and Marion traveling from Twin Bridges, and Harold Murray from Stone Creek. Community announcements cover hospital care, conventions, and family arrivals.
A brief local note states that the Red Motors Co. was last associated with a wife who will join him and they plan to make their home in this city, signaling a personal relocation following a separation.
A fire in the timber west of Jackson drew 65 firefighters under Deputy Supervisor Frank Foltz and Rangers Burdick and Ramsey. The blaze, centered in the Big Hole basin area, was described as the most threatening in years, with smoke drifting in from the basin amid other fires in the northern part of the state.
Eugene Miller, longtime city resident, died last week leaving an estate valued around 13000. Anaconda property is valued at 8000 while local real estate and houses total 5000. Public administrator Annie E. Nelson filed for letters of administration. Nelson also received administration of the Henry Sacher estate this week.
Fifteen members of the local Boy Scout troop are on their annual summer outing at Elkhorn Springs. Led by Max Embree with Scoutmaster Alkire in charge, the group travels from Dillon and will return by Monday. Supplies were transported by a forest service truck loaned by Supervisor Somers. the camp emphasizes neatness and Scout discipline amid sunburn and hearty appetites.
A carload of ore from the Priscilla mine at Bannack was shipped from Grant this week. The mine is operated by William Dunn and J. B. Warren of Rochester New York. Mr and Mrs Warren are visiting this week with Frank Ryburn reporting from the territorial capital.
Traffic experts nationwide advocate a National Code of driving signals to curb rising accidents as car ownership outpaces road development. Collier's magazine leads a movement with four simple signals proposed for universal adoption to standardize driver expectations and boost confidence on the road.
Tommy Milton advocates clear hand signals for turning, passing, and stopping to reduce accidents. He warns that recklessness and slow reactions kill, not speed, and urges adoption of a national driving code. Collier’s Motoring Signals posters visualize these rules for garages, stations, and pockets.
The North Side Country Club schedules a meeting with Mrs. Nels P. Nelson on Tuesday August 11 to discuss club affairs.
Mrs. R. J. Dansie entertained the Armstead Neighborhood club yesterday afternoon. Visiting ladies enjoyed a delightful afternoon together.
Mr and Mrs Martin Barrett celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary yesterday with a dinner for friends. During the afternoon numerous friends called to congratulate the aged couple on their long married life.
Mrs. Franklin Bradley of New York City, visiting G. T. Paul’s summer residence, was the honor guest at a Friday dinner hosted by friends of the young married set at Mr. and Mrs. Howard Morse’s home The group included Anson Baxter Eugene Bond T Lee McCracken Tom Menke Warren Stone Fred Chapman and Alderic Tessier along with their spouses.
Senator I A Hazelbaker spoke to the Dillon Rotary Club proposing a new triple combination fire engine to supplement two existing trucks. He noted insurance premium reductions of 10 to 12 percent if installed and said the matter awaits favorable council action after committee review. T E Gilbert urged Legion convention support and Rotary hospitality plans. Lambert Eliel described a Glacier Park motor trip. Clarence Doak presided.
Simms County plans to grade the Sun River road six miles toward the county line. The project aims to improve transport routes and rural access.
A new Finance and Development company in Lewistown is formed to lease lands and drill for oil. The organization aims to secure energy exploration rights and manage prospecting activities in the region.
Lady Ritchie quotes excerpts from Felinese to describe pets in literary circles. The note mentions Solomon the sian purring messages and a playful translation about a cat missing its companion.
Mr and Mrs W F Cashmore retired Wednesday evening from a coast trip. Mrs Cashmore toured coast cities aboard a Seattle to British Columbia voyage visiting Vancouver and Victoria. Mr Cashmore joined in Seattle for the Knight Templar Conclave and they returned home together after meeting former Dillon people in Seattle Bremerton and other cities.
Mrs. Ernest Erickson, summer guest of her parents Mr and Mrs A A Elliott, left Wednesday for Helena to visit friends then return to Seattle. Her son Amos Elliott Junior will spend the rest of the summer in Seattle before resuming school in the fall.
Mr and Mrs James Clouse of Lima were arraigned in justice court last Monday for manufacture and sale of intoxicants. They pleaded not guilty and were bound over to the district court on bonds of 300. The pair were accused of operating a brewery.
The Missoula report states the agency will allot 526,725 dollars for highway work in Montana. The note adds Troy’s town payroll runs about 100 thousand dollars monthly. Lewistown will stock thirty central Montana streams with native trout.
Havre's commercial firm announced a $20,000 rebuilding program for its main store after damages. The project aims to restore operations promptly and reopen spaces for customers and staff.
Miles City Montana ranchers report cattle in peak condition this season with strong prices. Buyers from regional markets show steady demand as feeds improve and calves reach favorable weights. Market optimism crowns prospects for ranchers across the region.
Federal officer arrested a party for attempting to brew beer in a Lima restaurant and sell it. Missoula reports heavy construction on West Gallatin, Yellowstone and Kibby Canyon highways as Montana pursues roadway work.
Cora Jernigan of Potts Camp Mississippi reports relief from kidney distress and nervousness after using Foley Pills a diuretic stimulant. Advertises Foley Pills and Potts druggist invites readers to try a bottle today.
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