Dillon Republicans choose township delegates for state and county tickets
Dillon township Republicans held a Wednesday caucus to select delegates and alternates for the Beaverhead county convention. Delegates will attend a September 3 Dillon meeting to nominate state convention delegates for September 5 in Great Falls and later help form the county ticket. Separate lists cover Dillon North and West with numerous names. the article notes forthcoming selections from other townships.
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Dillon Township
Beaverhead
Dillon
Great Falls
the Tribune
Little White House on Wheels Draws Dillon Backlash
In Dillon a novelty “little white house” on wheels drew crowds after its Montana street move. Spectators teased Governor Wilson, joking that if he visits he could hitch it to a team and parade toward Washington on the 4th of March, a prank reflecting local chatter about his gubernatorial past and campaign posture.
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White House
Dillon
Woodrow Wilson
Seagirt
Montana Street
Washington
Pennsylvania Avenue
Dry Land Prosperity in Beaverhead County
W B Thomas smiles at success from a dry land farming season in Beaverhead county. He has threshed wheat and sold about 20 tons at 30 dollars a ton while saving seed for next year and keeping livestock fed for winter. He plans to travel to Butte to seek contracting work likely to boost his earnings by a thousand dollars or more.
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W. B. Thomas
Butte
Beaverhead County
Dillon Implement Sells Five Passenger Auto to R R Hoffman
The Dillon Implement company sold this week to R R Hoffman of Melrose a handsome five passenger automobile of the celebrated J I Case make. When this Dillon firm strikes a blow for business it is a big strike and more hits are anticipated in the near future.
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Dillon Implement Company
R. R. Hoffman
Melrose
J. I., Case
Dillon
Tieunz
Cpp
Labor Day Picnic Promises Big Turnout in Dillon
Businesses will suspend Monday with stores closing at 9 30 am for the community Labor Day picnic by the band loys. A committee reports wide participation and ideal weather is forecast to let everyone enjoy the day to the utmost.
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Dillon
Loys
Farmer praises Canadian Field stock peas for stock food
C. W. Conger reports eight pods on a sprig from his farm, with pods averaging over six peas each totaling 49 peas. He believes this Canadian Field stock variety is as good as any for stock food.
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C. W. Conger
Mr. Conger
Mrs J T Ross Visits Miss Margaret Ross in City
Mrs J T Ross arrived yesterday from Argenta to visit her daughter Miss Margaret Ross who serves as superintendent of schools.
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J. T. Ross
Argenta
Margaret Ross
County Fair Encourages Wide Attendance for Beaverhead
In a playful invitation, the author urges all residents including workers and families from Beaverhead to attend the county fair September 11 12 and 13. The piece paints a lively reunion vibe with plans to see old friends and enjoy shared memories, noting lighthearted targets like shared chores and friendly heckles.
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Sone
Beaverhead
Bill
Sally Ann
Beaverhead County Fair Preview Teases Fast Horses And Friendly Fun
The Tribune hints at a lively Beaverhead fair with sleek horses and friendly exhibitors. It teases excitement, oats from local growers, and assure readers of enjoyable programs, surprises, and daily changes over three days.
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Beaverhead County
the Tribune
Preparing Potatoes and Sewing for Beaverhead Fair
The exchange outlines potato selection tips including large smooth tubers with uniform size and shallow eyes, avoiding damage. It also gives corset cover guidelines: hand made from nainsook, neat uniform stitches, unlaundered yet clean press, three buttonholes, French seams, gathered fullness, and no colored ribbons.
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Beaverhead
Delegates Headed to Democratic State Convention from Dillon Area
A group including B H Paul Monida A S Beardsley Lima S M McKnight Dell E B Roe Bedrock Theodore Nelson Geo R Metlen Jos C Smith M D Gist and E L Poindexter Dillon left for Great Falls on Wednesday evening. Judge J B Poindexter accompanied them as chaperon. E H Yeaman Dillon attended the Missoula Methodist conference and was elected secretary of the Laymen's association.
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B. H. Paul
Monida
A. S. Beardsley
Lima
S. M. McKnight
Dell
E. B. Roe
Bedrock
Theodore Nelson
Geo. R. Metlen
Jos. C. Smith
M. D. Gist
E. L. Poindexter
Dillon
Great Falls
J. B. Poindexter
E. H. Yeaman
Methodist Episcopal Church
Missoula
Ss ‘Association
Selway Home Wedding Near Dillon Celebrates Erwins
A wedding at the Robert Selway home north of Dillon unites Miss Mabel Selway and Mr. Daniel V. Erwin with Rev. Jesse Lacklen officiating. The ceremony featured pink and white decorations and a three course supper, followed by a short honeymoon trip to Salt Lake City.
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Robert Selway
Dillon
Mabel Selway
Daniel V. Erwin
Jesse Lacklen
Methodist Church
Mary Bennett
Fay Erwin
Mabel Brock
Myrtle Nelson
Julia Selway
Bessie Bennett
Martha Chapman
Maude Selway
Anna Selway
Myrl Erwin
Josephine Erwin
Warren Selway
Max Wilcomb
C. H. Chapman
O. C. Gosman
J. G. Erwin
W. B. Carter
Roy Selway
Earl Selway
Lacklen
Teller Barry Resigns to Focus on Auto Business
M. E. Barry quits as paying teller at First National Bank after six years to devote time to the Montana Auto Supply Co. The firm expands on South Montana street with a new building, offices, and showroom. Cadillacs and Fords ordered for sale as prosperity is wished for Barry and the company.
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M. E. Barry
First National Bank
Montana Auto Supply Co
Montana Street
Barry
Fawn Wins Delayed Chase Along Short Line Tracks
Sunday morning a race between a fawn and a doe was seen across Daly on the Short Line near Armstead. The frightened pair ran 200 yards beside the fence before entering the river, where they swam as the Armstead train did not follow. Mrs. M E French her daughter Miss Gertrude and Mrs Frank Birrer returned Saturday from Elkhorn Springs.
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Daly
Armstead
M.E. French
Gertrude
Frank Birrer
Elkhorn Springs
Out Presbyterian Preacher Goes Fishing and Resting
The Rev. Ostrander plans a two week rest from the pulpit returning September 15. He will fish in nearby mountains and streams while on vacation. Humorous anecdotes about hunting ministers and a friendly roast of Rev. James Campbell of Plattsburg, Missouri accompany the tale.
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Rev. Ostrander
E. V. Ostrander
James Campbell
Plattsburg
Missouri
Dolly
Brother Campbell
Rabbit
Dillon
Heavy Washouts Cause Heavy Road Damage Near Dillon
Reported washouts 12 to 18 miles south of Dillon caused road damage estimated near $10,000. Officials expected far less, noting the event is serious for the county and could recur with future cloudbursts, the first such extensive damage on record.
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Dillon
No More Mail on Sunday In Dillon Post Office
The Dillon post office will close for general mail on Sundays due to a Washington order and a provision in the new postal appropriation bill signed by President Taft. Only special delivery letters will be available. no box distribution on Sundays.
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Dillon
Post Office Department
Washington
Congress
Taft
United States
Five Day Bonneville County Fair Catalogue
The Bonneville County Fair Association at Idaho Falls presents a five day fair catalogue noted for strong editing and copyright, featuring attractive advertisements. Rules aim to elevate the event and curb rowdyism and intemperance, while premiums amusements and events show a progressive community led by capable managers.
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Idaho
Bonneville County Fair Association
Idaho Falls
Final Order Ends Condemnation Suits Against Gilmore Pittsburg Co
Judge Callaway signed a final order sustaining February jury verdicts in two condemnation cases Poindexter & Orr and Craig Cornell versus Gilmore Pittsburg Railway Co. The railroad’s appeals were barred by deadlines, giving the company an undisputed title to the condemned land and damages totaling about 11 000 per acre in one case and 12 25 for another with respective improvements.
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Frank Hunsaker
Smith M. McKnight
Henry Fitter
Craig Cornell
Cornell
Butte District Methodists Appoint Elders and Supply Ministers
The Methodist conference at Missoula named ministers for the Butte district. Appointments include Edward Lord Mills in Helena and Anaconda, J. W. Tate in Avon, E. J. Braun to supply Butte Grace, John A. Meek to Butte Mt. Bethel and Wesley chapel, George D. Wolfe for Mountain View, Paul M. Adams at Trinity, R. T. Westren at Unity and Silver Bow Park, and others across Dillon, Hamilton, Helena, Missoula, and surrounding circuits with several posts to be supplied by designated ministers such as Charles Zimmerli, W. S. Tester, L. R. Putman, and D. H. Fleet.
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Missoula
Butte
Edward Lord Mills
Helena
Anaconda
J. W. Tate
Avon
E. J. Braun
Grace
John A. Meek
Mt. Bethel
Wesley Chapel
Charles Rhodes
Mountain View
George D. Wolfe
Trinity
Paul M. Adams
Unity
Silver Bow Park
R. T. Westren
Carlton
Thomas Hardie
Clancy
Jefferson
L. R. Putman
Dillon
Jesse Lacklen
Drummond
Ovando
Ralph Blanning
Hamilton
F. T. Spencer
Oak Street
Joan Chirgwin
St. Paul’s
Lima
Armstead
Charles Zimmerli
Lower Flathead
W. 5
Tester
Marysville
Meadow Creek
E. Swisher
J. W. Bennett
Philipsburg
I. I. Scott
Plains
Camas
B. W. Edworthy
Aadersburg
D. H. Fleet
Rowan
John G. Ross
Sheridan
Ruby
Thos. H. Barker
Stevensville
Charles D. Crouch
Thompson
Three Forks
Logan
Townsend
William Elliott
Twin Bridges
Centerville
Bert H. Hoover
Winston and
Beaver Creek
Rollin Smith
Whitehall Circuit
Fred Whitford
Meyers Pleads Guilty in District Court for Concealed Weapons
In District Court on Tuesday Joseph Meyers admitted guilt to a concealed weapons charge and received a three month jail term. Helen Sutherland pleaded not guilty to a related charge while Henry Daniels’s case was dismissed and he was released after about three months in custody on a Wedum warehouse burglary charge in Armstead.
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Joseph Meyers
Helen Sutherland
Henry Daniels
Wedum
Armstead
Woodworth Named Beaverhead Vice President at Pioneer Reunion
At the twenty-ninth annual Montana pioneers reunion last week George Woodworth was elected vice president for Beaverhead County and Mrs Ay Barrett named historian for the same group.
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Montana
George Woodworth
Beaverhead County
Taser Barrett
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Dillon South
J. E. Moore
F. Pease
E. O. Selway
A, J. Wedum
W. A. Jones
E. J. Callaway
J. E. Monroe
A. Potts
M. A. Walker
A. A. Elliott
James Walker
Dave Robb
Stephenson
Don Rathbone
T. D. Olmsted
L. H. Bennett
Roscoe Cornell
F. A. Shaw
Chauncey Brown
M.A. Henneberry
North
G. R. Featherly
M. Sorenson
L. E. Baldwine
John Ball
F. Eliel
G. E. Finch
W. T. Scully
Chas
H. Phillips
Martin Innes
C. C. Barnett
Jay Baker
R. Tritt
F. E. Dodds
Geo. Mast
R. R. Price
Carl Mast
L. A. Barrows
D. V. Erwin
A. A. Kenison
Earl Selway Sherm Sapp Chas, H. Chapman
Dillon West
T. J. Murray
A. L. Badcon Benjamin Lliff
Alf Cashmore
E. J. Conger
Herman Jackson
Geo. H. Howard
W. H. Decker
Jack Burk Antone Jackson
Bissell Austin
Frank A. Hazelbaker
Tribune
Maroney
Sallie, Jennie
John and
Tom
Beaverhead Fair
Mary
Jane
Sister Sue
Teady
Fawn
Doe
OUT Presbyterian
Callaway
Poindexter & Orr
Gilmore & Pittsburg Railway Company
Butte District Methodists
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