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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1919
Page
5
Local report shows Dillon public school boys signing up for war work and savings stamps to boost funds. Eighty percent of 16 sones earned were allocated to war savings. top earnings include $36.20 from potato digging at Apex and $21 from beach work by Pearl I. Smith.
A local notice advertises a medical talk by Dr H H Scarborough at the Andrus Hotel on Friday January 3. The aim is to address headaches and eye defects with specialist ophthalmic care.
The article notes a concert by the Dion orchestra with Christmas play recitations and a collection for starving children in the Holy Land. Home From France Morton Elliott returns to Dillon after hospital discharge, snowbound en route, and recovering from knee injury, the first local veteran home from France. Records Destroyed: Tribune files were used to recover data lost when Mrs. Crowell’s ranch home burned a month earlier.
C. La Longe brother of R. B. Foster of this city died at his Chicago home after a long illness of influenza pneumonia. He visited Dillon recently and left friends with pleasant memories. He was the father of Miss Helen La Longe who spent a year at the Foster home for health reasons.
The article notes a meridian dividing mountain and Pacific time traversing Butte and Dillon. Trains switch to Pacific time at Butte while the Short Line adopts Pacific time. Butte’s city council votes to keep Mountain Time, raising questions about Dillon’s likely move.
The casualty list lists Michael J. Hegarty of Apex as having died of wounds. His sister Mrs May Holland of Apex is noted as next of kin.
Influenza prevalence across the west leads to indefinite postponement of the National Woolgrowers convention in Salt Lake City. Telegram to BE. O. Selway confirms the delay.
The Tribune says Sergeant-Major John T. Ross of the A. S. army has been promoted to regimental sergeant major. Local Dillon friends share in the good news as weather disrupts hay and grain movement. Grain continues to arrive at the local elevator while stockpiles feed heavily. George Ditty purchased the furnished house of Hugh L. McCaleb for about 10 000 dollars and will move soon.
Busy Bee club members will be entertained by Mrs Louis Anderson next Wednesday afternoon.
E J Bowman of Anaconda spent a few days in Dillon this week. Morton Wyott went to Butte yesterday to remain a few days. A baby girl was born to Mrs. Jacob Madsen Thursday morning. For Rent modern steam heated rooms apply Burfield flat. 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 his studies at the university. Furnished rooms for rent five dollars per month. J B McLaren 536 Glen Ale Street Adv 12. The sum of eighty three dollars has been collected for the Children of Bible Lands fund and pledges will bring it to one hundred. Jim D Newnes returned Thursday from the Pacific coast where he has been in limited service in the spruce division. Mrs BE L Staudaher returned yesterday from Salmon City where she had been nursing at the home of Mr and Mrs Geo Staudaher.
The Social Eight club held its annual party Wednesday evening at President J. H. Monroe and wife’s home. A most delightful evening was spent.
An enjoyable dancing party was held last Saturday night at Dillmont Park hosted by Mr and Mrs Ben Dansie Mr and Mrs R J Dansie and Mr and Mrs Parley Dansie with a lively gathering and music.
The Woman's Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist Church will hold its regular monthly meeting Thursday January 9 at Mrs Forrester's home. Mrs Kirk will lead the program.
Magnus, an insurance man, hosted a stag party one evening last week for friends Louis Anderson A J Wedum Sigurd Roode J W Forsgren and Ole Ulshagen. The guests spent the evening playing cards and later enjoyed refreshments.
On Saturday at 3 PM William Rees of Denver Colorado and Goldie Price of Pocatello Idaho were married by Pastor H G Humphrey. Prof Grant W Finch and Mrs Humphrey witnessed the ceremony.
The president and Mrs. J. E. Monroe entertain guests at seven tonight. Red carnations and Christmas decorations adorn the event as the menu follows the red color scheme closely. Guests seated include Mr. and Mrs. O. M. Best and others.
A festive Christmas gathering at the Glendale home of Mr and Mrs John Swofford drew the family together for a tree dinner and late dancing. Attendees included Blanche Maurice Verne Morris Maude Maddox Vera Schulz Jesse Swofford Barton Maddox Garnette Swofford and the hosts Mr and Mrs Swofford and Mr and Mrs James Maddox.
In Dillon news Hon Frank Elfel departed for Helena to be ready for the opening of Montana's state legislature next Monday. Also noted are local arrivals, a 16 day old burial, a navy yard visit, quiet New Year, and a soldier letter from Joseph Murray in France describing car maintenance and wartime experiences.
A brief exchange contrasts American views on peace and the willingness to fight. One speaker asserts love of peace paired with readiness to wage war, while the other replies with a guarded affirmation of similar resolve.
The public school has established a boys' and girls' employment bureau. Anyone seeking after school or Saturday help may obtain it. Boys in gangs with or without a teacher overseer are glad to work. For help with labor problems call 144 or see E. C. Beck.
McM. E. Church Rev. WW Van Oradel will speak Sunday January 5 at the Dillon Methodist church at 11 o'clock in the morning. He and Montana Wesleyan College president L H Sweetland will discuss Christian education in Montana during a brief Beaverhead county visit.
Osteopath Dr. George Brownback relocates from 13 South Washington Street to Phillips Apartments North Idaho Street Suite 11. Minor relocation notice with new address and suite details.
The article describes a Republican gathering with Burton L. French Addison T. Smith Charles L. McNary Fred W Mulkey Willis C Hawley Nicholas Sinnott Clifton N McArthur Wesley L Jones John F Miller Lindley H Hanley Albert Johnson William L Lafollette Poindexter absent. Chairman Hays stresses responsibilities and party's future focus.
The piece argues a land script program to expand farming by soldiers. Forty acres, scientifically managed, proves best for developing communities, while allowing settlers with 160 acres to enlarge by buying more via soldier script or direct sale. It notes potential for larger tracts in western states.
Lieutenant Governor Myers bill to grant title to farmers on drought plagued northern Montana homesteads moves toward passage. McDowell says Senate approval likely soon and House committee to report favorably, offering relief to farmers unable to mortgage after two dry seasons.
A brief notice outlines processes for become an American citizen including steps for naturalization and the rights conferred by entering the national community. It highlights eligibility and procedural guidance for applicants, with references to relevant authorities.
The Tribune announces partnership with the labor department bureau to answer readers questions on naturalization rights and processes. Topics include declarations of intention first papers second papers, government knowledge for applicants, locations for free English and citizenship classes, and free Student's Text Book distribution for foreigners.
A public notice explains the editor will answer naturalization questions by letter and through the column. To provide proper responses the name and address of the inquirer must be stated for good faith and clear inquiry handling.
A Dillon woman’s kidney troubles ease after five years with Doan’s Kidney Pills. Mrs Jock Wennett recalls back pain swelling and rheumatic pains ending after taking the medicine. Now she reports rare need for kidneys medicine and always obtains relief when used.
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