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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1931
Page
5
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Barrett hospital and a person named Manetho Brown, with disjointed phrases about visits, a Wednesday axe, and a cryptic statement. No coherent event or outcome is identifiable from the readable parts.
Hoarse night coughs frighten mother and stomach irritation. The ad touts Foley's Honey and Tar as dependable, soothing the throat and unclogging passages. It emphasizes sleep, mild sedation, and a family size for thrift, claiming wide availability and endorsement.
residents report a busy week with visits from Melrose Bannack Lima Grant Grant and Jackson locals. business travelers include O A Lohr from Dell and J B Shaw from the Hote basin. a new neon sign goes up at City Drug Co. in Dillon. Mrs Roe sails to Seattle to visit her daughter. Senator Pearl Be Smith joins state senate finance and claims committee. a baby girl born to Mr and Mrs Otto F Beck of Grayling.
Advertisement claims Adlerika, created by Dr Carl Weschcke, cleanses both upper and lower bowels removing “old poisons” and stopping gas bloating in ten minutes while relieving chronic constipation in two hours. It urges readers to try the product for a real cleaning and better feeling with local druggist Geo Gosman.
The M M club was hosted by Mrs W D Tovey on South Washington street. A well appointed luncheon followed by a pleasant social afternoon was enjoyed, after Theta will be entertained next Tuesday evening and Mrs B W Emerick hosted a quilting block event.
The Presbyterian Church Men's Club met at President E. Davis home for their regular gathering last night. A large number attended and enjoyed a fine dinner. Plans discussed included sponsoring a Boy Scout troop.
Mr and Mrs Herbert Miller announce the birth of a daughter born Wednesday in Pasadena California. Mrs Miller formerly Miss Nina Smith of Dillon is named as the mother.
Mr and Mrs Robert Morrison were guests of honor at a dinner held Wednesday evening at the Country Inn. The event was hosted by the Ranney store and attended by local residents.
The Fortnightly Dancing Club lists hosts and hostesses for Wednesday’s dance. Attendees include J. C. Whitham C. W. Oberem W. J. Romersa Francis Ton rey T. F. McFadden Homer Faust Walter Stamm Norman Henry Alvin Jones J. C. Wedum and R. D. Curry.
Mrs T E Luebben and Mrs W G Gilbert hosted the St James guild gathering Thursday afternoon January 15 at the Luebben residence.
Beaverhead Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution met Tuesday afternoon at Mrs. M. A. Walker’s home with Mrs. Alvin Anderson in charge. The program explored "The Indian Word in Our Language" as members presented Indian words and explained their meanings and origins.
The Manse Society of the Presbyterian church met Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs Lorenzo Cushing. Associate hostesses were Mrs Alice Baxter and Miss Constance Blegan.
Hob Nob was entertained on Friday afternoon of last week by Mrs. W. C. Jennings at her home on South Washington Street.
Mr and Mrs W D Tovey entertained their supper club Sunday evening at their residence on South Washington Street.
The Men's Bridge club plans a gathering at George Gosman’s home on Monday evening January 19. Mrs. R. E. Albright held a stag dinner Friday for her husband’s birthday with guests including Dr. S. E. Davis and professors and ministers. The table featured lighted tapers and holiday greens, and the group enjoyed a pleasant social evening after a menu.
The family of John Baker expresses heartfelt thanks for kindness and sympathy during his illness and after his death. Mrs Mary Baker and family gratefully acknowledge the support from friends.
Dr. H. H. Scarborough offers eye and general health guidance at the Andrus Hotel this Saturday January 24th for local residents seeking vision care and related advice.
The St James parish morning service was led by the church school children with a special program and a certificates ceremony for those who had perfect attendance. Honorable mentions honored several pupils who achieved perfect attendance during their time in Dillon.
Miss Methel Agnes Burwell and Ambrose Henneberry, active in the city's social circle, wed Thursday at St. Rose's Catholic church. They honeymoon to Butte then return to Dillon to start married life. Burwell daughter of Idaho residents, Henneberry a Dillon native. Governor Hazel baker and Rep Metlen visited Helena, praising upcoming highway legislation for jobs and regional employment, as session promises a busy year.
Mrs Mary Judge visiting from Missoula was guest of honor at a pinochle dinner hosted by Mrs L F Molleur on North Pacific street. Four tables played after a delicious repast.
The W C T U met Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs Carl B Taylor for its annual officer election.
Mr and Mrs George Lenox entertained the Jolly Pinochle club on Saturday evening last week. Guests included club members and spouses with refreshments and social games after cards.
Paul E. Hansen, Reed Rite-way store manager, returned from a Rite-way managers convention in Ogden Utah. The gathering ended with a banquet at Hotel Bigelow in which 85 attended. E A Reed predicted a positive outlook and plans to open more stores across Utah Idaho Wyoming and Montana in the coming year.
January gatherings attract Montanans across cities including Denver Missoula Minneapolis and Fargo with events such as the National Western Stock Show January 17–24 the Montana State Poultry Show January 19–24 and the Northwestern Lumbermen's Association January 20–22. Reduced round trip railroad fares apply for the trips in force shortly before and during each event with return limits of two to three days after closing.
A Dillon Commercial Service club delegation led by W. D. Tovey and colleagues visited Butte on Monday evening to attend the annual meeting at the Finlen hotel. Reporters described the program as highly interesting and instructive.
An old advertisement touts Foley Pills as a diuretic stimulant for kidneys and bladder. It claims long term use over 25 years promotes healthy kidney function, energy, and a longer life, urging readers to buy sold everywhere.
Lost or strayed noted to Joe Nolan of Dillon Montana. Two dehorned red cattle and two calves, one a heifer, bear a lazy Y with bar underneath brand. Notify Joe Nolan if found.
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