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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1929
Page
1
A compact feature recounts local odds and ends at the Ice House on Sage Creek, weaving brief notes and anecdotes with playful, Munchausen inspired flourishes. The piece balances whimsy and local color in a short, column style.
A humorous letter from Sage Creek rider humorously defends calling winter weather cold while recounting brutal conditions. The author notes snowdrifts, trudging to the barn, and shoveling efforts, ending with a teaser about continued discussion on page four.
Snow drifts and high winds have left Beaverhead County roads largely impassable. Dillon could face isolation akin to thirty years ago as routes to Butte, Armstead, Bannack, and Bannack Lake are closed or require extensive shoveling. Some stretches remain operable with slow travel, while eastern and remote areas rely on sleds and snow shoes.
Charles A. Beehrer a Madison county pioneer rancher died Thursday at his Reichle home. He helped develop local industry and stock raising, belonged to a vigilante committee, and aided in pursuing bandits in Virginia City in the 1860s. Born in Germany December 4, 1836 he was 92. Funeral plans not announced.
The will of Louis Anderson, longtime Beaverhead County ranchman, was admitted to probate by Judge H. G. Rodgers last Friday. Widow Karen Anderson named executor but requested Joseph C. Wedum be appointed administrator. Anderson died last December while visiting his old home in Norway. Mrs. L. C. Stocker of Grant visited the city earlier this week.
Beavers depart for Anaconda district tournament amid high hopes to maintain their strong record. They face Missoula in opener, with potential later matchups against Butte High and Central as the tourney progresses.
Beaverhead County lists seven towns with unique post office names not duplicated in other states. Armstead Bannack Gibbons Monida Polaris Reichle Wise River derive names from locals, landmarks, or nearby tribes, while Dillon and several others share names across multiple states. Jackson Lakeview Argenta appear in numerous states, reflecting diverse naming origins and postal spread.
City election registration rose by 139 voters over last year amid heavy general election turnout totaling over 3 700 electors in the county. About 200 nonvoters from the general election had their names stricken locally, contributing to a net city gain near 350. Ward by ward tabulations show increases and small net gains across the four wards.
Louise Mac Pherson and Claire Huffman Ross gave a two piano recital at the training school auditorium. The program opened with a Bizet minuet and closed with Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, played with flawless ensemble as one piano. Mrs Eugene Bond earned thanks for securing the show.
Eight year old Howard Smith, son of Mrs Dorothy Smith, was struck and knocked to the pavement on Barack Street last Monday afternoon. He escaped with minor bruises after the slow moving car driven by Mrs Frank Lasich could not see him behind a parked truck. Dr W H Stephan examined him at the George Lovell barber shop and found only slight injuries. Witnesses called the accident unavoidable.
Sunday morning at Barrett hospital welcomed a baby girl, daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Jewett. The child, named Esther Annette, brought a wide smile to H. D. Jewett the Tribune Publishing foreman, who handed out cigars and candy to friends.
James E. Burt of Lima was discharged in justice court on Wednesday after D. Wateman railroad watchman failed to prove ownership of the coal. The charge was withdrawn by Judge Opp following a defense motion.
Dillon Rotarians heard geologist E. G. Sloan discuss a flood control bill granting four hundred million dollars for Mississippi and Missouri river storage. Sloan suggested headwaters in Beaverhead could see early War Department work with broader regional benefits. Mayor Cornell chaired. A T Peterson praised Washington and Mildred Schuler spoke on Lincoln after the meeting.
The final home basketball game of the season between the Bulldogs and the Southern Branch of the University of Idaho will be played at the normal college gym Friday night. Lang N Cole and M Cole retire this spring marking their final appearance. Coach Moe predicts a fast tilt as both teams close their seasons in pursuit of one more scalp. A preliminary seniors vs juniors girls game opens at 7 30 with the main event at 3 15.
The Saturday Evening Post this week begins a series on Montana's Vigilantes with the first article focusing on the locality. Hoffman Birney is the author of the piece.
A deputy collector of internal revenue will be at the courthouse in Dillon on Friday and Saturday, March 1 and 2, to assist taxpayers in preparing their 1928 income tax returns.
The Rise Jr and R L Barrett were business visitors from Horse Pen during the fore part of the week.
Beaverhead County reported $3675 paid in old age pensions during 1928, with 17 recipients and 11 applications of which ten were approved. The county’s pension total was less than neighboring Lewis and Clark, Silver Bow, and Missoula counties, while 16 counties paid nothing and 25 paid less.
The annual American dog derby will be held in Ashton tomorrow. Hotels are crowded and officials face difficulty housing visiting dogs and accommodating tourists drawn by the national event.
United Press dispatch from Phking reports Chinese villagers crowding walls and towns seeking food. Authorities say only enough for town inhabitants as starving farmers grow desperate.
By United Press. Butte Montana February 21 heavy snows clot the western districts blocking many routes. The Georgetown Lake area is entirely cut off from surrounding communities as drifts close roads and hinder travel.
United Press reports the worst winter storm to hit the eastern United States as temperatures ease to moderate levels. The system disrupts travel and daily life across states, with forecasters warning of continuing high winds and drifting snow.
Marcos Cabalos and Pashwal Negrette were arraigned Tuesday in Judge George Opps court and found guilty of stealing a watch from Nick Chavez. They were fined 50 dollars each or 25 days in jail. Both previously worked as section hands at Barratts.
Senator Borah declined the position of Attorney General in the Hoover cabinet stating he does not want to relinquish his Senate seat. President elect Hoover had extended the invitation last night and both men declined further comment.
Denver report states J. C. Price of Big Timber wrote a letter to his Lincoln father after vanishing. The letter is seen as a key to solving the alleged kidnapping mystery. Insurance funds collected by his wife have been returned. No charges have been filed yet.
United Press reports that on February 21 House leaders dropped the first deficiency appropriation bill due to Senate deadlock. They support amending the bill to authorize twenty four million dollars for prohibition enforcement and to require publishing of tax refunds.
San Francisco reports no definite lead six days after four year old Doris Virginia Murphy vanished. Authorities continue a wide search for the missing girl believed to be a victim of a degener ate.
Los Angeles reports attorney Asa Keyes was sentenced yesterday to one to fourteen years in San Quentin. He awaited transfer today and clung to hope of escaping imprisonment.
In Langen s state, five children perished when a fire destroyed John Coms residence last night. The parents saved a sixth child as flames consumed the home.
A mother Mrs. Leo Mangold and her five children died in a morning house fire in Altoona Pennsylvania. The blaze consumed their home destroying the structure and killing all six residents. Fire officials investigated the cause as a deadly blaze with casualties reported at the scene.
Lang and Fat Matlock starred for the Butte Mines in an 86 to 27 victory over the Montana Normal Bulldogs at the local gym last Thursday. The Miners led early, extended the margin at halftime, and withstand a late Bulldog rally as Lang poured in 19 points.
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