Mary Lewis rises from Arkansas roots to grand opera triumph
The article chronicles Mary Lewis, raised in Little Rock by a Methodist minister and his wife, who defied early caste restrictions to pursue stage work. From church singing at eight to vaudeville, film, and the Follies, she studied voice, toured Europe, and earned acclaim in Paris Vienna Monte Carlo and London before a Metropolitan debut, hailed as American triumph over European vocal supremacy.
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Met to Feature Two American Voices in New York
The Tribune notes Marion Talley and Mary Lewis, both 100 percent American, poised to debut at the Metropolitan Opera in New York. Talley, praised since childhood in Nevada Missouri, earned backing from Kansas City supporters to secure a Metropolitan contract.
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New York
Dilloin Housing Scarce and Millinery Store Updates
The Tribune notes no rental housing available in Dilloin and reports Mrs L E Hansen recently fenced her millinery store and lodging house. Butte butchers bought about 1000 sheep at 4.50 to 5.00 each in the valley. Odd Fellows prepare invitations for their first Christmas ball aiming for success.
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Butte
Odd Fellows
D. H. Club Hosts Straw Ride and Feast
From the Tribune December 10, 1897 nine Dillon men in the D. H. Club entertained their ladies with a straw ride on Wednesday night. After arriving at Eugene Poindexter’s home a late repast was served to eighteen guests. Sheriff Padley appointed Quitman Owen deputy sheriff of the Big Hole basin. Bert Williams departed this week with a train load of cattle for J. C. Melten.
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Eugene Poindexter
Charles H. Padley
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The
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Bert Williams
J. C. Melten
Holtz and Marvin Wedding Reported in Local Home
J. S. Holtz of this city and Miss Clara Marvin of Lewistown were married at the bride’s parents home in this city on Thanksgiving day, 14 years ago, per the Tribune December 12, 1911 file.
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This City
Clara Marvin
Lewistown
California Fig Syrup Named as Favorite Laxative for Children
Parents praise the pleasant taste of California Fig Syrup as a gentle laxative for bilious fevers sickness or constipation in children. It supposedly sweetens the stomach and stimulates the liver without cramping or overacting and contains no narcotics or soothing drugs. Always specify genuine California Fig Syrup with baby and child directions on the bottle.
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California
City buys corner lot for future city hall site
The city council purchased a lot at Center and Idaho streets. A resolution authorizing the purchase was approved at the Wednesday meeting. The parcel will be used later for a new city hall.
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Center
Idaho Streets
Romeo and Juliet in Park Exchange Witty Lines
In humorous urban dialogue a couple named Romeo and Juliet share a park bench. He muses on timeless ideas while she replies with a quip about repeating old routines under the moon. The tone echoes old city life with light romantic banter.
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Romeo and Juliet
Romeo
Juliet
I am a King within myself the inner sovereignty
A reflective piece argues that true kingship lies not in crowns or empires but within. It extols self mastery over lower passions, inner reason as throne, and personal virtue as the source of happiness. The text celebrates inner authority guiding a life of dignity, benevolence, and self rule.
Fort Benton Beet Dump to Be Built at Teton Station
Lewistown water wells secured in several completions in Cat Creek district near Embleton ranch as the project proceeds.
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Fort Benton
Teton Station
Embleton Ranch
Lewistown
Cat Creek
Barking Nashua-Simpson Ranch Seed Worth Over Three Thousand
Nashua-Simpson Ranch harvests a wagon load of Grimm alfalfa seed valued at more than $3,000. Bozeman-Bids opens for a women’s building at State College with an estimated cost around $160,000.
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Nashua—Simpson
Bozeman
State College
Give Him Time Judge
A magistrate questions a burglar about help on the job as he notes the suspect cannot afford one yet. The exchange reveals a casual, officer and thief tone in the courtroom.
From Grave To the Cradle Crazy Tale of a 99-Year-Old’s Cure
An elderly 99 year old seeks youth with monkey gland therapy. He flees surgery proclaiming he must hurry to school while his wife waits outside. A rush of misheard lines ends with a comic scene aboard a car, a Canadian detour, and a no swimming sign.
Sailor Warns Tourist About Rising Tide
A witty exchange between a sailor and a greenhorn tourist ends with a grim line as the sailor vows death by own action and warns to close pot holes before the tide rises.
Ask Dad He Knows Joke About Marriage Money
A playful quip frames marital finance in a lighthearted exchange. A disillusioned wife accuses her husband of always being broke, recalling pre marriage vows of wealth while he concedes that was true back then. The joke hinges on the punchline that laughter marks marriage.
Gas Pipe Line Promises Supply to International Refinery
Sunburst project extends nine miles of four inch pipe to deliver natural gas to the International refinery. Boss directs staff to wait and not act in his absence as a collector arrives. Clerk questions feasibility but is urged to comply with inaction pending the visit.
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International
Lincoln Oil well at Devil's Basin shows good oil prospect
A Roundup report notes Lincoln Oil Co. Devil's Basin well demonstrates strong oil potential while Chinook Wheat acreage is set to rise markedly next year.
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Lincoln Oil Co
Devil’s Basin
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