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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1924
Page
3
In a dramatic exchange a medical examiner warns a youth of angina pectoris while the youth insists Maggie Dugan is the real culprit behind the symptoms. The brief scene centers on mistaken diagnosis and a clash over medical opinion.
In a golf club dressing room Bilkins quips that Andy shows married life by his patched socks. Andy confirms Grace taught him to mend them, noting his spouse’s influence on his habits.
In Brighton a discussion about the new police chief arises with Snirley joking he bets $1,000 the chief can stop gambling. The exchange highlights local concerns about crime and enforcement in town.
A voice over phone message informs Dr. Watkins patient that the afternoon appointment is postponed because the dentist is ill. G Kate Glee replies with an apology.
Blonde Bess offers a quip on friendship warning that a friend in need may become a hazard. The remark frames social caution and loyalty in a witty aside.
A playful exchange shows a child naming family members as favorites and a strict bedtime joke. The tot says mother first then grandma, and admits bedtime at 8 o clock before daddy enters discussion.
A quarrel over a meal ends with the wife vowing to go home to her mother. The husband consents, grabbing his hat and offering to accompany her. The exchange reflects domestic tension over cooking.
The Madison National Forest Sheep Growers association posts rewards of 250 dollars for the conviction of any sheep thief and 100 dollars for the conviction of any camp robber.
Motorist describes a near accident with a large concrete culvert on a road. He claims he slowed to about 12 to 15 miles per hour to allow the obstruction to pass. The account is given with several hiccups and informal speech.
A humorous dialogue frames a granddaughter declaring plans to have a miniature painted while the grandmother protests, objecting to exaggerated lips and cheeks as unsuitable or troubling. The exchange captures a playful clash over vanity and propriety.
A brief humorous line presents a speaker asking the Lord for a son in law for their mother, framing the prayer as a cheeky plea rather than a serious request. The quip relies on the contrast between selflessness and the desired familial match.
Kevin notes two oil wells drilling while Shelby reports a 380 barrel No 7 well. The Havre State Bank expects to reopen soon as Kalispell proposes a 175000 paving project. Wheat harvest eyed at 60000000 bushels. Great Falls ships 97 cuts of wheat in a week. Great Falls adds two free tourist parks and Anaconda resurfaces seven blocks West Park Avenue.
Notice of three year proof for Sophia C. Guyaz on homestead entry 021007 at Armstead Montana with witnesses named. Also notice of election constitutional amendment to create state permanent funds and accept gifts donations grants and legacies for Montana universities and public services.
60 West Galena St Butte Montana lists French Dyeing and Cleaning offering outside work with satisfaction guaranteed and phone 516. Ad appears as a classified notice promoting services.
Laurel reports a strong beet crop in the vicinity. Poplar notes seven varieties of corm tested this year in Roosevelt county. Harlem mentions a carload of corrugated steel culverts arriving for highway construction on the reservation.
The text outlines how contributions to the State Permanent Revenue Fund Permanent School Fund and University of Montana fund become inseparable parts. It details record keeping by the State Treasurer and Secretary of State the investment rules for these funds and the distribution of net earnings including long term amortization loans and limits on mortgage and farm loans. It also sets earnings targets for each fund and how surplus earnings are allocated to general state expenses or educational use.
The document outlines Section 17 creating a Supreme Court supervised board for all funds and income under Article 21, with annual January review. It assigns the Clerk of the Supreme Court as ex officio clerk and empowers the board to resolve disputes and ensure careful administration. Section 18 calls for further legislation, while Sections 3 to 6 describe ballot printing, voting, canvassing, and enactment. Approved March 1928, certified by Secretary of State C. T. Stewart.
A scanned act from 1923 outlines the submission of a Montana constitutional amendment to qualified voters. It details amendments to Article IX and Article X regarding county superintendents of schools and school district officers, the format of official ballots, and certification by the Secretary of State. The document cites approval date August 1, 1923, and official seals.
A brief entry notes the Interior Department and the U S 9 highway in 1924, listing file numbers 016000 through 021572. It records administrative designation related to plans or actions on the route during that year.
Thomas Sweet of Dillon Montana intends to prove three year claim to land in township 9 S range 8 W. He filed Homestead Entry 016000 for multiple parcels in sections 22 and 27 on August 12 1919 and Additional Stock Raising Entry 021572 for section 26 on November 30 1920. Proof before W E Stephenson on August 21 1924 includes Edna M Sweet Jessie Smith William F E Johnson Levi G Johnson all of Dillon.
Notice is hereby given that Ernest A Hoerchner of Box 971 Anaconda Montana made multiple homestead entries between 1920 and 1928 for lands in sections 6 19 25 township ranges in Montana. The entries are acknowledged before F A Hazelbaker US Commissioner Dillon on August 29 1924. Names Frank Bird Mrs Sallie White Roy Lyon William I Johnson all of Dillon Montana appear.
Ernest M. Prescott of Armstead Montana files notice of intention to prove up three year proof to establish his homestead and additional entry claims for Lots and sections in township 10 south range 11 west with witnesses Foley Metlen Wissinger and Dale Metlen. Proceedings before W J Stephenson clerk at Dillon Montana set for August 20 1924.
Clar ence I Corrin of Dillon Montana filed notice of intention to make three year proof to establish a claim on section 24 township 5 south range 5 west principal meridian. The hearing before F A Hazelbaker U S Commissioner at Dillon on August 22 1924 includes Fred T Bryan Edward H Bryan both Apex Montana Chauncey I Murphy and Walter Stinson both Dillon Montana.
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