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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1926
Page
1
A volcanic eruption in the Caspian Sea alarms Baku residents while oilmen from Standard Oil may stake claims on the island. The column notes the deaths of Lafayette Young and other press figures, satirizes prohibition, and discusses injuries from Chinese punishments and views on smoking.
Evergreens ordered to decorate main streets during holidays. Senator Hazel baker and Charles Niblack say merchants favor last year’s beautification plan. Trees to be attached to lamp posts in the business district and trimmed as usual. Calendar items note community events from Dec 10 to Dec 17 including plays, dances, meetings, and the Tribune’s historical edition.
The county board met in regular session at the courthouse with Commissioners Gosman and Shaw present from out of town. They awarded the printing contract to the Dillon Examiner at a 50 percent discount and let the medical attention contract for county poor to Dr. M. A. Walker at 950 dollars for the year. Additional actions included reappointing Miss Jean Bishop for two years and J. H. Gilbert for three years as school trustees, and Mrs. F. D. Willis to the examining board. The clerk was instructed to prepare delinquent tax notices and publish tax deed notices, and the sheriff was ordered to seize delinquent personal property.
An Associated Press dispatch from Helena reports Governor Erickson opposes starting a new eastern Montana Normal school at Billings now. The state board declined to recommend a bill to create and fund the school, though it authorized Chancellor Brannon to consult with the legislature. Senator elect Ernest T. Eaton urged immediate action, citing available facilities and proposed funding.
Beaverhead American Legion post at city hall elected nominees for all offices. Commander nominees include George Baker Vorhees Paddock and others. adjutant and finance officer lists. executive committee members named. A Boy Scout film plan was discussed and motioned to form a committee.
J A Baxter sold the Sugar Bowl cafe Dillon’s oldest and largest restaurant to Roy J Jackson. The buyer took possession Wednesday morning. Jackson has two years in a Butte venture and is a former Dillon restaurant operator. Baxter ran the cafe for about two years.
An analysis of Chicago stock yards livestock in 1925 shows vast cattle hog and sheep throughput. The piece highlights Chicago as America’s leading market and notes massive carloads fueling a nationwide open competitive market. It ends with a Shakespeare quote and a continuation note.
County Commissioner J. E. Shaw reports encouraging conditions in the Argenta area as deeper ore prospects emerge. Beavershead Valley rains have brought snow to the Big Hole, enabling two weeks of feeding with stacks unlikely to deplete before spring. Deep snow in higher ranges promises ample water for next season and a slight drop in cattle fed this year, but spring stock should be in top market condition with strong demand.
Thomas P. Lane extends Dillon to Whitehall stage service with 2 30 p m departure and 5 30 p m arrival. Sparks and party hold option on Goldfinch mines in Clark canyon with potential mill next summer if values persist. Local ore shipments and ongoing prospecting accompany broader mining activity in the district.
Commencement for the December class will be held on Wednesday December 15. Chancellor M A Brannon will give the address and Frank Kiel of the State Board of Education will confer diplomas. The program includes performances by the Women's Glee club and Miss Muriel Thomas violin pieces. Twenty four graduates receive diplomas with several already securing teaching positions.
The Tribune will publish its annual historical edition with regular issue. Readers and advertisers urged to submit material and order extra copies now. Last year’s edition sold well and about 1,000 extra copies will be printed. Advertisers must send copy by Monday noon to appear.
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