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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1901
Page
3
In Helena a U S court hearing began last Friday for Samuel Garvin and Robert E Lee charged with wholesale cattle theft from the Crow Indians. Prosecution witnesses testified with damaging evidence and the case is expected to be decided against the defendants both well known cattlemen of Yellowstone county.
A west bound Great Northern train derailed one mile west of Essex on December 15, killing one man and injuring twenty or more. Rail spreading caused the wreck. Emergency crews responded to the scene.
The Modern Mother notes her children improve more with the pleasant Syrup of Figs than any other laxative. Children enjoy it and it benefits them. True Syrup of Figs is manufactured only by the California Fig Syrup Co.
Reports say two sheep herders froze to death by the river last Friday night. Names are not available from the incident.
Acker's English Remedy promises to stop a cough at any time and cure the worst cold in twelve hours with money refunded. Sold by L. J. Williams' Central Pharmacy at 25 cents or 50 cents.
Damaging evidence entered court Monday in the Lee Gavin horse branding case. Witnesses identified hides of cattle showing the changed brands, supporting the dispute over ownership and branding.
A Portland reader writes of two years of facial redness and pimples. After trying many remedies, a package of an unspecified product eased the skin condition after two weeks, restoring a clear complexion. The letter thanks the sender and notes personal relief.
A new bank is in the process of organization with officers named and stock subscribed. A large vault is to be installed in the Gruwell block store room for the bank’s planned operations. In Butte, Frank Conroy aged 25 died from injuries after an ore fall in the Anaconda mine last Friday night. he succumbed Wednesday morning at St James hospital.
A Harlem report says Sandusky near a mining boom on the eve of a major upswing that could place it among the state’s leading mining towns. Local officials anticipate rapid growth and investment as exploration accelerates.
Poor mail service on the Bitter Root branch of the Northern Pacific prompts post offices and valley residents to prepare a petition to the postal department in Washington asking for improvement if possible.
L J Williams reports a long illness with bed sores and claims perfect cure after using DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. He calls it the best salve on the market and warns against counterfeits.
The jury found the Kimber case defendant guilty of manslaughter and recommended mercy. The court imposed an eight year term.
An advertisement touts Lane's Tea as a pleasant laxative and digestive aid. It claims to clear complexion, reduce yellowness in the eyes, and improve kidney health, urging readers to buy a 25c package from L. J. Williams.
A light engine and a freight train collided on the mountain near Chestnut last Friday morning. Authorities report no fatalities and are inspecting damage and determining cause.
Daily offer for Kemp's Bal Sam claimed to treat coughs croup bronchitis whooping cough asthma and consumption. A bottle can be kept at home and checked against colds at once. Price 25 or 50 cents. Sample bottle tree for sale by L. V. Williams.
Reliable information from Washington reports that forts Keogh Harrison and Alainaboine have been chosen by the in session military commission to remain at permanent posts.
H O Christenson of Hayfield Minnesota credits Kodol Dyspepsia Cure with ending three years of dyspepsia. He says he could not hold food, was bedridden, doctors gave up, and after using the product he recovered. He urges others to try it. Digest your food. Cures all stomach troubles. L J Williams.
An advertisement by L. J. Williams' Central Pharmacy touts Mokitea as a remedy for indigestion and constipation. It claims skin eruptions disappear and a perfect complexion results, with a money back guarantee and prices 25 and 50 cents.
Contractors will start the new rail line between Billings and Great Falls the first week of January and push the project forward as rapidly as possible.
Hilton O Howell, condemned for the murder of Thomas Asliog, did not suffer execution last Friday in the Fergus county jail courtyard. The governor granted a reprieve citing his good behavior and exemplary jail conduct.
Early on the morning of the 14th a blaze consumed the Belt-The Belt Hotel and two adjacent structures. Fire department crews were hampered by a frozen hydrant and could not effectively fight the flames.
Rev James Kirkman of Bell River Illinois credits lasting relief from years of bronchial illness to One Minute Cough Cure. He endorses the product for coughs colds and lung troubles noting it works immediately and is safe and child friendly. L J Williams lauds its effectiveness for croup and its pleasant taste.
Great Falls wariness over the shooting of detective Fred Dawkins ends as he denies J B McBride’s involvement. McBride, held in custody, is released following the denial and the continued pursuit of other leads.
A Toowoomba Gazette reader endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy after a two month severe cough. The testimonial praises the cure and recommends others try the remedy. Sold by L J Williams, Druggist.
Bargain in-ink sets offered at Tribune Store corner Bannack and Idaho Streets.
A brief note states Acker's Dyspepsia Tablets are sold on a certain list or location. The item mentions demand and distribution in a historic retail context.
The state fish and game department asks President Roosevelt to interpret the treaty that the Flathead and Kootenai Indians rely on to roam statewide for hunting expeditions, a practice they have maintained for years.
Butte-Patrick Hays, convicted of killing W. J. McCaine, received a 99 year sentence and was moved to the penitentiary on Monday to begin serving his term.
Health claim about liver and bowels causing complexion issues and impure blood. States DeWitt's Little Early Risers stimulate the liver and bowels without griping to remedy this condition. Signed L. J. Williams.
Livingston Roy Hoffman a thirteen year old boy was confined in the jail last Thursday night awaiting removal to Billings to answer a horse stealing charge.
An antique ad claims impure blood causes pale skin and pimples and promotes Acker's Blood Elixir as a cure. It asserts the product cures all blood diseases where cheaper remedies fail and guarantees every bottle sold by Li J Williams' Central Pharmacy.
In 8t James Parish House the Dillon Public Library opens Tuesday and Sunday evenings from 7 to 9 o clock.
The Daly Memorial Committee has decided to erect in Butte a bronze statue of the late Marons Daly at an estimated cost to be announced. The project aims to honor Daly's contributions and preserve his memory in the community.
Helena Word reports from St. Louis that Ben Kilpatrick, linked to the July Great Northern train robbery, was sentenced to 15 years in the penitentiary while his companion Laura Bullion received a five year term.
A motion for a new trial has been filed in the Minnie Healy suit and the famed case will open again next Monday.
An advertisement claims women gain beauty through health, asserting pure blood yields a rosy complexion and cheerful temper. It promotes Wine of Cardus as a tonic to strengthen female organs and improve appearance within a month.
The Johnson trial began last Thursday in Butte over the spring shooting of Gus Fitchen. Johnson pleads self defense and partial insanity.
In San Francisco on August 80 1901 a group of business men paid 112500 dollars to secure eight prescription bonds for Bright's Disease and Diabetes. The transfer covered coin and stock and began November 15 1900 with interviews of patient records and testing the treatment on about a dozen cases.
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