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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1908
Page
4
Geruard Albers offers 500 dollars for arrest and conviction of anyone killing or driving off his sheep or burning camps and wagons or stealing horses branded A on the left shoulder. A 50 dollar reward is set for arrest and conviction of anyone stealing provisions or destroying provisions from his camps. 31-26
Chief Agriculturist James Scilley reports a strong sugar beet year around Billings with average yields near 12 to 15 tons per acre and about 575000 dollars paid to farmers. He urges all Yellowstone county residents to expand cultivation, sign acreage contracts by February 5, and support local sugar beet farming to boost area economy.
The largest assortment of Christmas books ever seen in Dilion is now on display at the Tribune Book Store. Prices range from 10 cents up.
Robert McBride who covered the community with his solicitation for the new electric railway left for Idaho Falls this morning. His paper shows a total pledge of 75 000 and a certificate from County Assessor H S Waters declaring the subscribers worth the money. It is likely Salmon to Junction pledges reach 100 000 and Idaho Falls residents may add 150 000 or more.
Bert Leo and Bob Hay owners of theatres in Dillon among others have purchased the Princess theatre in Dillon and will run both the Scenic and Princess under Bob Hay. Hay arranged for updated film service and will show only the latest pictures. Opening nights are tomorrow and Sunday with special music by Miss Remley and Mr Anderson, and the Wilson orchestra performing illustrated songs at each show.
The Final Results of the Election have not altered plans at Quick Delivery Wagon. It continues to handle light freight baggage and express to depots and all city areas with emphasis on dormitory and Normal college business. Dry fine kindling wood sold at 25 cents per sack and stove wood available by load or dollar’s worth delivered. Orders left with the Tribune Book Store or given to the driver receive prompt attention. N. S. Wood, Proprietor, Dillon Montana.
Beaverhead county Board of County Commissioners warns all orders for supplies must be on official order forms from the office. Any unordered claims will be rejected. Dated Dillon March 5, 1907.
The Dillon Public Library announces evening hours for book distribution from 7 to 9 30 on Monday Wednesday and Saturday. Friday afternoon 4 to 6 and Saturday 3 to 6 also open. Tuesday and Friday evenings are available to readers.
Governor Norris names Charles R. Leonard G. H. Paul John M. Evans Col O F Chisholm and Odell McConnell to study unification of state educational institutions proposed by Professor Duniway. Committee will investigate duplication of studies and gather educator views. Dillon normal school unaffected.
The company expresses gratitude for interest in improving the depot surroundings and adjacent parks to attract travelers. Signed by J P Concopn Superintendent Engineer.
A reward is offered for information leading to the whereabouts of Duncan Melvin once living in Scotland. Age 52, 5 ft 9 in, 150 lb, dark complexion with large drooping eyes, known as Scotty Melvin. Last heard six years ago while herding sheep near Dillon. He may have a substantial inheritance. Notify L. J. Beleers Giller with any tips.
About 2 000 acres of pasture in Frying Pan basin with miles of adjourning foothills. Well sheltered and featuring a large spring that never freezes. Contact James Kinxpatrick by call or write. 51-41.
Mrs. Etta Thompson advertises the best lodging house in Dillon located over Haines Harness Store at 99 Montana Street with rates of 25 and 50 cents per night.
Merchant tailor Paul Brown at 31 Bannack Street offers up to date styles with work guaranteed to fit and satisfy customers.
Fine assortment of stationery and related items offered at the Tribune Book Store.
Dr E Doty, veterinary surgeon and dentist, graduate of Detroit, announces headquarters at Andersons Livery Barn on North Idaho Street.
Tribune Book Store offers typewriter ribbons for all machines, carbon paper in multiple colors, and typewriter paper in assorted weights and prices.
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