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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1926
Page
8
Rates for Dillon insurance were reduced by 15 percentage points. The article details the city water system including intake on Rattlesnake creek, reservoir capacity, and transmission mains. It notes water consumption estimates of about 860000 to 1130000 gallons per day, with 646 services, and pressures maintained around 85 to 90 pounds in the mercantile district.
The report notes Ross pressure regulating valve stalls stall points in the distribution system. Major mains of 2 and 10 inches are not looped but connect to minor 5 and 6 inch distributors, with gridironed layouts in dense areas averaging 1 230 feet. Four percent of pipe is 5 and 6 inch dead ended hydrant supply. A table lists lengths by diameter for cast iron and wood pipe totaling 31 890 feet, plus 10 530 feet for smaller sizes. The wire wound stave pipe pre 1914 is sound, while most additions and extensions use cast iron, with 1924 seeing the system rebuilt. Mains have about 6 feet cover. Continued next week.
The holly bough embodies Christmas cheer, prized for decorations and its broad appeal in France and Brittany. Holly is slow growing from seed, with berries that vary in color, and its ivory white wood is used for inlaying and teapot handles. Leaves have medicinal uses.
A playful exchange about Christmas gifts between a wife and husband. He jokes about warm woolen stockings as a present, while she questions the idea in a lighthearted domestic moment.
The tradition arrived in the United States as it did in England. English roots go back to 1840 with the royal display in St James Palace marking Queen Victoria's marriage to the prince consort.
Heads of families remark on the rapid passage between Christmases noting how a brief time separates the holiday seasons.
A whimsical note recalls how Christmas Tree II draws admiration from children who embrace a tale of a bonfire made from the Christmas tree. The story emphasizes imagination shaping festive lore and playful mischief.
London observes a festive Christmas this year with twelve hundred tons of plum pudding consumed across the city. Ladies and families gathered in kitchens and markets as bakers supplied the traditional dessert. the scale underscored the season’s abundance.
A group proposes a festive revival for a town supper using minstrel entertainment, greens, candles, and English customs. They plan singers, humor, and a traditional roast turkey dinner with cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, rolls, coffee, and mince pie, making it the merriest event yet.
Speculation runs high for the 1926 27 basketball season with Beaven's recent triple wins over Twin Bridges Sheridan and Lima signaling strong bids for state honors. Normal and high school squads appear undersized yet fast with Coach Hollister scheduling intriguing games after year start. Expected opponents include Weber College of Utah Ricks College of Idaho and Spokane University as newcomers to local athletics. Beavers showed resilience with a second half surge after Lima led at halftime.
Beaverhead County high school defeated Lima 30 to 18 at the local gym Friday night. Lima led 16 to 9 at halftime, but Beavers surged in the second half with improved passing and shooting to claim a third straight win.
Walter Scott, Montana high school football mediator, named six Beaverhead men on his 1926 all state teams. Wright at quarterback Wheat at tackle first team. Little left half second team. Kerr Price and Cashmore honorable mention. Fans praise the selections for strong 1925 season records. Branding irons from early western ranches fetch high prices for collectors. Henry Norris Russell of Princeton argues the sun keeps oceans unfrozen and air not liquid.
The Liberty Weekly Income and Tax Record, described as the most complete record book for the purpose, is available at the Tribune Book Store for five dollars. Call to examine it.
In Finland a Christmas morning custom is to attend church services at five o'clock. The tradition reflects a quiet dawn observance as families gather for worship and celebration.
A cypress tree growing in a church yard near Milta in Caraca Mexico is sought by authorities to be removed or relocated amid local land and property disputes. Authorities cite safety concerns and parish land boundaries as the basis for action. Community members oppose removal citing historical value and shade for worshipers.
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