War savings drive boosts Dillon boys labor effort
Local youths at Dillon Public School signed up for work to raise war savings stamps funds and train for wartime duties. Eighty percent of earnings were kept by the boys with wages from potato digging at Apex and a beach run report noting Pearl I. Smith earned twenty one dollars in seven days. The employment agency seeks more job listings. report to Mr. Beck. Funeral notice for George Opp Jr death after surgery. interment Mountain View cemetery. Sheriff sale of Jones Land & Cattle Co property in Big Hole basin. buyer Carl Huntley of Wisdom acquires about $18,000 debt, mortgage assumed for $30,000 by First National Bank of Anaconda.
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Dillon
Apex
Pearl I. Smith
Mr. Beck
Ralph ‘McFadden
George Opp, Jr
Butte
Methodist Parol
H. G. Humphrey Offiating
Mountain View
Deccasea Is
Huntley
Johes Land & Cattle Company
Big Hole Basin
Carl Huntley
Wisdom
First National Bank of
Anaconda
Vision Speciality talk by Dr Scarborough at Andrus Hotel
A notice invites patients to see Dr H H Scarborough at the Andrus Hotel this Friday January 3 to address headaches and defective eyes with specialist care.
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H. H. Scarborough
Andrus ‘Hotel
Dion Orchestra Recitals and Christmas Scenes Featured
A Dillon column notes Christ child pictures and appropriate recitations during a church program. Morton Elliott, recently discharged from a hospital in the East, arrived home from France last Saturday after being snowbound in Kansas en route to Dillon. He is the first Dillon soldier back from the conflict. The Tribune office recovered destroyed files related to the Crowell ranch fire four weeks ago.
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France
Morton Elliott
Dillon
Kansas
Morton
the Tribune
Millie Crowell
Dies From Flu Influenza Claims C. La' Longe
C. La' Longe brother of R. B. Foster died in Chicago after a long illness of influenza pneumonia. He visited Dillon recently and made many friends. He was the father of Miss Helen La' Longe who stayed at the Foster home for health.
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la’ Longe
R. B. Foster
Chicago
la Longe
Dillon
Helen la’ Longe
Foster
Time changes and the rails split time zones
The meridian dividing line between mountain and Pacific time passes through Butte and Dillon. Trains switch to Pacific time at Butte, and the Short Ling now runs on Pacific time. Butte officials vote to retain mountain time. Dillon may follow.
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Mountal
Butte
Dillon
N. P
Local Casualty List Names Michael J. Hegarty
Died of wounds. The casualty list named Michael J. Hegarty of Apex as having died of wounds. His sister Mrs. May Holland of Apex was listed as next of kin.
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Michael J. Hegarty
Apex
May Holland
Convention Postponed by Influenza Hit West
The National Woolgrowers' convention in Salt Lake City has been indefinitely postponed due to the widespread influenza in the western states, announced by telegraph to BE. O. Selway.
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West
Salt Lake City
Selway
Promotion for Sergeant Major Ross Shown to Tribune Readers
The Tribune reports Sergeant Major John T. Ross A S army has been promoted to regimental sergeant major. Local friends in Dillon celebrate the good news. The week brings hay shortages due to severe weather and heavy feeding. Grain continues to arrive at the local elevator while shipments out keep it steady. George Ditty bought the furnished house of Hugh L. Mc Caleb for about 10 000 dollars and will move in soon.
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John T. Ross
A. S. Army
Tribune
J. T
Dillon
George Ditty
Hugh L. McCaleb
Busy Bee Club to Be Entertained by Mrs Louis Anderson
Busy Bee club members will be entertained by Mrs Louis Anderson next Wednesday afternoon. The event promises light refreshments and an afternoon of social gathering for local club women.
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Busy Bee
Louis Anderson
Busy Bee Club
Dillon Briefs Highlight Local Movements and Births
E J Bowman of Anaconda spent a few days in Dillon this week. Morton Wyott went to Butte yesterday to stay a few days. A baby girl was born to Mrs. Jacob Madsen Thursday morning. John Conway of Billings arrived in Dillon last night to attend the cattle sale. Mrs. Dan Shively arrived from Portland to visit her mother, Mrs. Anna Hart. Raymond Garver leaves today for Missoula to resume university studies. Jim D Newnes returned from the Pacific coast where he served in the spruce division. Mrs B E Staudaher returned from Salmon City after nursing at the Staudaher home.
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E. J. Bowman
Anaconda
Dillon
Morton ‘Wyott
Butte
Jacob Madsen
Burfield
John Conway
Billings
Dan Shively
Portland
Anna Hart
Raymond Garver
Missoula
J. B. McLaren
Glen@alé' street
Children of Bible Lands Fond
Jim D. Newnes
Pacific Coast
Spruce
BE. L. Staudaher
Salmon City
Geo. Staudaher
Jerry Heggarty
Engiine Butte
the Normal College
Heggarty
England
U. S. Aviation Service
Montana
Social Eight Club Holds Annual Party at Monroe Home
The Social Eight club held its annual party Wednesday evening at the home of President and Mrs. J. H. Monroe. Attendees enjoyed a delightful evening.
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Social Eight Club
J. H. Monroe
Dancing Party at Dillmont Park Hosts Notables
An enjoyable dancing party was given last Saturday night at Dillmont Park by Mr and Mrs Ben Dansie, Mr and Mrs R J Dansie, and Mr and Mrs Parley Dansie.
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Dillmont Park
Missionary Society to Meet in January Program
The Woman's Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist church will hold its regular monthly meeting on Thursday January 9 at the home of Mrs. Forrester with Mrs. Kirk in charge of the program.
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Woman’s Foreign Missionary Society. of the Methodist Church
Forrester
Kirk
Stag Party Hosted by Insurance Man Magnus
A Stag party was given by T. Magnus, an insurance man, for friends last week. Guests included Louis Anderson A J Wedum Sigurd Roode J W Forsgren and Ole Ulshagen. The evening involved card playing followed by refreshments.
Denver Man Weds Idaho Woman at Methodist Parsonage
On Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the Methodist parsonage William Rees of Denver Colorado and Goldie Price of Pocatello Idaho were united in marriage by Pastor H G Humphrey. Prof Grant W Finch and Mrs Humphrey were the witnesses to the ceremony.
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Methodist
William Rees
Denver
Colo
Goldie Price
Pocatello, Ida
H. G. Humphrey
Grant W. Finch
Humphrey
President Monroe Hosts Dinner With Red Carnations
President and Mrs. J. E. Monroe entertain at 7:00 this evening with a red carnation themed dinner. Seated guests include Mr. and Mrs. O. M. Best, Mr. and Mrs. T. D. Olmsted, Mr. and Mrs. John Collins, Mr. and Mrs. C. G. C. Thornton, and Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Morse.
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J. E. Monroe
O. M. Best
T. D
Olmsted
John Collins
CG. C. Thornton
J. E. Morse
Christmas Reunion at Glendale Home Feasts a Large Family
A festive Christmas gathering at Mr and Mrs John Swofford of Glendale draws many relatives including Blanche Maurice Verne Morris Maude Maddox Vera Schulz Jesse Swofford Barton Maddox Garnette Swofford and the hosts. The celebration features a mammoth tree lingering dancing and late hours after a generous Christmas dinner.
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John Swofford
Glendale
Blanche Maurice
Verne Morris
Maude Maddox
Frank Schulz
Vera
Jesse Swofford
Barton Maddox
Garnette Swofford
Swofford
James Maddox
Local notes from Dillon and troops letters
A Dillon column reports Frank Elfel heading to Helena for the legislature opening, visits by Leslie Thompson and Reynolds, a 16 day old burial near Sorensen, and travels of J L Strickland of Mare Island. New Year in Dillon felt quiet with few streets open and saloons dark. Captain Joe Murray writes a long letter from France detailing air battles, mechanical car repairs, tire use, and life with the U S Army Third Army, ending with well wishes to friends.
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Dillon
Roy
Germany
Cap. Langtrum
U. S
War Talk Echoes Peace Debate in Press
In a brief exchange, a speaker questions American peacetime ideals while another asserts readiness to fight for peace, reflecting national mood and resolve.
Public school opens boys and girls employment bureau
The public school has established a boys and girls employment bureau. Anyone needing after school or Saturday help may obtain it. Boys in groups with or without supervision are eager to work. For labor help call 144 or see E. C. Beck.
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E. C. Beck
Dillon Church to Host Van Oradel and Sweetland Talk
ML E Church Rev Van Oradel and Montana Wesleyan College President L H Sweetland will speak at the Dillon Methodist church on Sunday morning in support of Christian education in Montana. They will also visit Beaverhead county briefly.
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WW. van Oradel
Dillon
Methodist
Dr George Brownback Moves Osteopath Office
Dr George Brownback osteopath moves his office from 13 South Washington Street to Phillips Apartments North Idaho Street Suite 11. Adv-48-tf
Republican listening session cited by across state officials
A meeting of Republican leaders lists Burton French Addison Smith and others from Idaho Oregon Washington and a missing Poindexter as absent. Chairman Hays frames the gathering around responsibilities and the party of the future with a pledge to fulfill past performances in the coming years.
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Burton L. French
Addison T. Smith
Idaho
Charles L. McNary
Fred W. Mulkey
Willis ‘C. Hawley
Nicholas J. Sinnott
Clifton N. McArthur
Oregon
Wesley L. ‘Jones
John.f. Miller
Lindley H. Hanley
Albert Johnson
William L. Lafollette
Washington
Poindexter
Hays
Republican Party
Party
Land Script for Soldiers Promises Expanded Farming for Veterans
A plan proposes a land script for soldiers to fuel national intensive farming. Forty acres of scientific farming by capitalized men shown as best for developing communities, with allowance to extend to 160 acres via script trades or direct purchases, aiding western settlers.
Myers Homestead Bill Favored After Washington Visit
Lieutenant Governor Myers Bill aims to aid Montana farmers hit by two dry seasons. McDowell says passage likely in the Senate and favorable House committee action soon. The measure would grant title to homesteaders who have resided on their farms to secure needed capital for continued farming.
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Myers
Washington
McDowell
Senate
House Committee
Montana
Americanization Naturalization and Citizenship
A brief notice outlines procedures for acquiring American citizenship through naturalization. It highlights eligibility processes, required documents, and steps to complete the oath ceremony, reflecting civic integration practices of the era.
Tribune offers free citizenship Q&A via new bureau
The Tribune collaborates with the U S Department of Labor naturalization bureau to answer reader questions on citizenship rights. Topics include declarations of intention first papers second papers, naturalization procedures, government knowledge for applicants, free English and citizenship classes, and the Student's Text Book distribution.
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Tribune
Bureau of Naturalization
United States Department of Labor
Naturalization Bureau Column Answers Inquiries
The editor announces a Naturalization and Citizenship column answering public questions by letter. Inquiries must include the inquirer's name and address to provide proper responses for the public benefit and to show good faith.
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Bureau ‘of ‘Naturalization
Doan's Kidney Pills Prove Longstanding Cure
A Dillon woman recalls five year relief from kidney troubles after using Doan's Kidney Pills. Mrs Jock Wennett reports initial improvement in 1912, continuing health by 1917 with occasional doses when needed. She asserts Doan's always cures kidney troubles and cites FosterMilburn Co Buffalo NY as the maker.
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Bea
Dillon
Jock Wennett
Bannock &J
Wennett
Doan
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Gion
Dion
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Social
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Rees
Frank Elfel
Helena
Leslie Thompson
Reynolds
J. F. Bishop
Twin Bridges
Joseph Boretz
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J. .L. Strickland
Mare Island Navy Yard
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W. C. Jennings
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