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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1892
Page
1
A local ad states that many outsiders request Christmas gifts and invites correspondence to learn about the complete lines offered and the honesty of prices. The message emphasizes expanding awareness of stock and pricing integrity.
Dec 5 notices from Sheridan and surrounding towns report severe illness of BR Bateman in Oakland, a successful A O U W Thanksgiving ball, a Trinity Guild New England supper fundraiser, and a Sheridan Christmas tree plan. Local concerts, school events, revival meetings, and growth notes fill the week with rail hopes and mine activity in Madison County.
Land Commissioner Granville Stewart surveyed 80 000 acres north of Sullivan’s ranch along the Utah Northern rail line near Apex hill. The tract may be sold to a syndicate for irrigation and settlement, boosting Dillon valley population and prospects. Dedication of the Presbyterian Church proceeds debt free with several meetings led by local ministers. Drill at the armory paused. three recruits join and Ray Conger named company bugler. New officers Captain Crowell First Lieutenant Davis and Second Lieutenant Thompson received commissions. Prof Peterson to perform in Black Art at Armory hall Saturday night.
Beav erhead County district court plans a major room reorganization with Judge Showers seated at the north end and the jury rostrum moved to the northwest corner. Sheriff Hamilton and assistants will occupy the judge’s right side while Clerk Thomas’s desk is moved behind the clerk. The audience will face southern windows now freeing attorneys from glare.
Describes a box of cards and booklets from Raphael Tucks & Sona 868 Broadway New York. Praises the variety of shapes and designs with pansies roses holly and mistletoe. Encourages readers to ask dealers to vet their cards and notes the style and price will please.
The board met Saturday evening at Judge Melton's office with all members except W M Oliver. Miss Millie Coffin is hired to teach in Room C until January 1. Prof Stonifor to temporarily serve as assistant principal. Several job applications discussed but no final action. Thomas Hamilton named sheriff for the unexpired A O Rose term. Ld Price appointed under sheriff. Also items on local business, attractions, and notices appear, including medical and mining briefs and a postscript hunting ban notice.
A local carpet seller denounces rival price bait and misrepresentation claiming many shops use old stock and unsalable patterns. The firm touts its entire stock as superior in quality and selection and offers prices that cannot be matched.
The advertisement lists carpet prices for Royal Wiltons at 1.85 and 0. to 2.50, Wilton Velvets 1.35, Finest Axminster 1.60, Finest Moquettes 1.85, Best Body Brussels 1.10, Tapestry Brussels various 0. to 1 a yard, with an extra 1.60 per yard sewing and lining fee. Extra Super All Wool Ingrains 0.75 to 1.00, noting the sale continues until further notice and stressing quality over bait prices.
Window shades chenille lace and silk curtains draperies offered with a sale. Highlighted North Star white blankets priced at 35.75 for 100 pairs, previously nine dollars. White blankets available at all prices from 1.50 upward.
A store announces an unusually complete stock of Comfortables and bed quilts with a pledge to offer the very best value in all lines. The message frames strong savings and confidence in quality across the goods.
Local retailer advertises large stock of garments including wraps and jackets at cost as Christmas goods are moved to make room. Shoppers urged to inspect the selection and take advantage of discounts.
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