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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1908
Page
6
A detailed portrait of George Washington as a human, generous and disciplined, showing his appearance and character. The piece recalls episodes from his life including humorous and candid moments, his leadership at Valley Forge, happenings with soldiers, and frank remarks about critics.
The reminiscence portrays Io the Virginia Bouse as a wealthy, energetic leader who bought a hogshead of spirits for constituents, loved fishing and hunting, rode to hounds, and was famed for romance and fiery temper yet capable of surprising self control and reserved warmth.
The passage recounts George Washington’s early fishing outings in 1787 at Valley Forge and 1789 near Portsmouth, where he fished for cod and sea bass. It links his hobby to presidential precedent, noting reports of him returning from Sandy Hook for the sea air and recreation with notable catches and fishing sport.
A critic quips that George Washington could have built an ice monopoly after crossing the Delaware. He jokes Washington might have formed an ice trust in Jersey City to become the father of the octopus.
In Hertfordshire five trees sprout from a single grave after Lady Grimestone refused belief in God. The village tale claims the shoots split the tomb railing as they grew, born from a deathbed vow. The New York Tribune notes bugle calls replace drums in regular army signaling for clarity and range.
Seneca notes Romans had cooking schools and a mastication teacher. Sea birds cries, especially gulls, prove valuable to sailors in mist. Birds cluster on cliffs warning boatmen that land is near shore.
In Valencia olive groves age from 100 to 200 years are common and some trees may have borne fruit since before Columbus discovery of America. The remarkable longevity highlights the region's enduring olive cultivation and heritage.
The text notes sculpture likely began in Egypt and spread to Greece and Rome. It mentions an early Crete school and cites Pliny claiming Cretan sculptors were first to carve and polish marble.
The article notes that violins vary more with the weather than any other instrument, suggesting environmental conditions influence tuning and tone more than other strings or orchestral members.
In 1535 Cortes named the California peninsula caliente foralli i meaning hot furnace describing its climate. The term reflects the early explorer’s view of the region.
The account recalls Washington taking the oath on April 30 1789 at Federal Hall New York City. It notes the city celebratory parade up Broadway a civic military escort and the public cheers as Washington kissed the Bible and proclaimed the new republic.
In parts of Persia the thermometer remains around 100 degrees both night and day for most of summer with occasions reaching as high as 130 degrees, described as not unknown in that country.
A description of Arabia's deserts highlights the dramatic pillars of sand formed by whirlwinds, noting their striking resemblance to water spouts in shape and appearance.
An Oregon chemistry firm promotes Woodlark Squirrel Poison as a reliable method to curb squirrels and other pests. It claims the product kills females before birth, requires no mixing, and guarantees results with refunds if not as claimed by Hoyt Chemical Co., Portland.
A profitable mining investment periodical promotes itself as independent and trusted. It offers free sample copies by postal card and appeals to subscribers worldwide with 200 pages per issue, artful covers, and special clubbing offers while denying stock sales or boosts.
A editorial style plea warns of commercial decline and indigestion from rushed living. It promotes Mi o Na tablets by Potts druggist, claiming stomach strengthening effects and refunds if not satisfying. The piece underscores health as a counter to societal stress and lists common indigestion symptoms.
N. S. Wood offers baggage handling and light freight service to and from the depot and across the city. Special emphasis on dormitory and Normal college business. Orders left at the Tribune Store receive prompt attention.
Notice is given that John B. Hill and Margaret Hill have filed to prove final irrigation and reclamation on desert land in Montana before A S Johnson in Dillon. Witnesses named include Daniel Tracy and others from Bedrock. Also grazing permit applications for Madison and Big Hole National Forests due by March 1, 1908 in Sheridan Montana.
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