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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1929
Page
4
A truncated item notes rates of one year and six months, three months and small figures. It mentions the Dillon post office and transmission through second class mail with a telephone number for contact.
Cash grain receipts at the major Corn Belt exchanges are growing per Chicago Board of Trade figures. For 1928 all principal grains except wheat show gains over 1927, with futures markets and price insurance deemed vital to farmers, countering Capper Dickinson bill pressure. President Samuel P. Arnot is re elected to another year at the exchange.
The article lauds Hoover's successful post election trip to Central and South America. It notes cordial receptions, friendly calls to neighbors, and hopes to ease tensions with Latino states. It compares Hoover's travel to prior presidents and credits personal diplomacy for increased trade and reduced friction.
A prediction cautions that air boats may reach sizes rivaling large steamers. The piece recalls the 25th anniversary of flight and notes how early observers laughed at the Wright brothers. It urges sober regard for future aviation.
A historical piece recalls how pioneers faced ridicule for early tools like the phonograph and motion pictures. It urges embracing new technology as progress, noting that many once impossible ideas become practical when advances arrive.
East coast college girls surveyed two hundred twenty aims for husbands. Only twelve want college graduates, two demand good looks, fifty oppose drinkers, over a hundred require honesty education and culture, while wealth and fame are ignored. The top trait is a sense of humor.
Joe Shaw ends twelve years of service as county commissioner with praise for honesty and efficiency. He leaves office with the goodwill and confidence of constituents, noted for steadfast devotion and steady leadership.
Martin Jackson has assumed duties as county commissioner and enters office well equipped for the work. He is familiar with every condition in Beaverhead and knows the needs of all sections and communities. He is a worthy successor of Joe Shaw.
The game tipped off with a tense crowd as Anaconda’s fiery scorer led a late spurt and the Beavers battled back. With minutes remaining Dillonce tied it, Little added free throws, Blair hit a clutch shot in the final seconds to seal a one point win amid pandemonium.
An aching back may not mean much but Foley Pills promise quick relief. The diuretic stimulant claims to purge poisons from blood and body and has sold for over 25 years with wide use and guaranteed satisfaction. Available from Geo M Gosman.
The Society of Montana Pioneers mourns John F Bishop born March 14 1836 who arrived in Bannack April 20 1868 and served as a pioneer leader. The minutes commend his honesty and public service and extend condolences to his family. Marines Hopkins Kellum family travel to California for the winter. Hopkins to return.
Financial report for Dillon Montana bank as of December 1 1928 shows total assets of 1 006 650 51 including loans deposits and cash items. Liabilities include 100 000.00 in capital stock 60 000.00 surplus and 896 650.51 in deposits with a cashier’s check and other items. The statement sworn by cashier W A Graeter before Notary J E Monroe on January 8 1929 confirms accuracy.
A US Forest Service bulletin by Mrs Gisborne reports that duff moisture is the main natural control on forest inflammability in northern Idaho. Rainfall and relative humidity influence fire risk, with forecasts possible 24 hours ahead. Copies available from Washington DC or the Northern Rocky Mountain Forest Experiment Station in Missoula.
A Montana pioneer died in Helena with a Wednesday funeral at Brundage chapel under the Masonic order. Rev H B Ricketts officiated and interment followed at Point of Rocks cemetery. Surviving relatives include three nieces Mrs Louise Brundage Mrs Will Deputy and Mrs Kaiser and three nephews Francis Staudaher Will Staudaher and H M Brundage.
A historical note traces castor oil recognition in 1788 and lists later medical discoveries including morphine in 1804, quinine in 1819, bromine in 1824, and hydrogen peroxide in 1818 as cited by an American Druggist.
A reflective note extols good cheer as essential as sun, air, and water. It states cheer benefits self and others and likens its spread to ripples in water, urging readers to keep smiling and share positivity.
Hi Ho of Chinatown urges facing current trouble directly rather than avoiding it. He argues shirking present difficulties leads to greater disadvantage as one confronts unfamiliar challenges.
For sale and grazing land near Centennial Valley twelve miles from Monida asking five hundred cash. Box 1 Parma Idaho seeks ranch for sale with cash price details from owner D Bush Minneapolis Minnesota. 100 tons good alfalfa and wild hay for sale one mile from Dillon includes pasture by Lorain Spencer Dillon. M Corwin Company Great Falls Montana. Jack rabbits domestic rabbit and other raw furs wanted. Valeanda Fur Co Seattle addresses listed for bidding.
Display of prize cock erels weighing 6 to 9 pounds for sale. Breeds include Rose and single comb Rhode Island Reds and 4 White Plymouth Rocks. Contact M. Hansen by phone 338-W.-C. for details.
A $1000 reward is offered for evidence leading to the conviction of anyone unlawfully butchering or stealing beef or veal on the Big Hole Horse Prairie Grasshopper Centennial Red Rock or Black Tail ranges. Report to Sheriff W. C. Orr or stock MDE D. V. Erwin.
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