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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1933
Page
4
Official paper ad notes in advance rates for Beaverhead County. Pricing includes year 2.50, six months 1.25, and three months 0.65. Paper is entered at Dillon Post Office as second class mail.
The Montana sheepmen select Charles H Williams of Deer Lodge as president for the coming year. Williams is described as experienced, competent, industrious, aggressive, and wise in counsel, with the confidence and respect of all in the sheep industry.
A long read contrasts 1883 and 1933 social life and work patterns, noting how women and men dressed, duties, and daily routines while examining Technocracy as a proposed overhaul. The American Press suggests broad shifts in thought may steer future economic life and policy.
The piece argues change is inevitable after a long economic downturn. It notes widespread expectation of political economic and social reforms, yet acknowledges no consensus on specific programs. It describes reluctance to abandon old beliefs while searching for new directions.
The Washington Post argues the U S banking system is in grave peril with up to half of remaining banks at risk. It cites 51 failures in the first week of the year and warns that without reform credit will stay tight and the economy suffer. Bankers favor branch banking to avert further collapse and protect savings.
A collage of Dillon area reminiscences traces cattle prices in Beaverhead county, 19th century clippings, and notes from old tribunes. It recalls market shifts from $18 to $38, weather, early schools, local quail transplants, jail yard stables, and 1918 student success plus banking concerns and state finances.
A fragmentary wartime price listing shows vivid figures for common goods. It names items such as bread, gas, tobacco, ice cream, cosmetics, and more with inflated costs and tax notes, reflecting the era’s rationing and economic strain. The list includes quantities and unit prices for items from milk to moonshine and notary fees, highlighting the heavy financial burden on households.
Henry Thompson built a lasting sheep and cattle operation near Lima in Beaverhead County. He began with a small savings, ran 25 000 sheep and about 1 000 cattle at one time, and died debt free with cash in the bank. Emery Kellner recalls Thompson swapping bucks for ewes in 1893 to grow wool and mutton amid hard times.
The article praises teaching as Dillon’s largest employer and notes high standards in local schools. It cites Herbert Hoover on teachers as a democratic, public role, living openly among students and parents, with 800 000 teachers quietly upholding character and conduct.
The Beaverhead Abstract Co records show transfers including Mike and Mary Rebich to Mike Rebich Jr on land near Barratt's Station. Maud R and E T Brock to W T Morrison on Atlantic street intersect Glendale in Dillon's original townsite. W F Cashmore to W J Bierrum comprises five lots in Mauldin’s addition Dillon. William S Grose to Bessie Grose near Glendale, Montana. Vic Peggy and Pete Elma Westergaard to Anna C Kinmall on Block 6 of Dillon’s original townsite.
Singles with net income of 1000 dollars or more or gross income of 5000 dollars or more, and married couples with net income of 2500 dollars or more or gross income of 5000 dollars or more must file. Filing runs January 1 to March 15, 1983. File with the Collector of Internal Revenue in the district where you live or have your business. Use Forms 1040A or 1040. Tax rates: four percent on the first 4000 after exemptions and credits, eight percent on the rest of net income, and surtax on net income over 6000 dollars.
The article urges taxpayers to study the form instructions before filing and to assemble data early. It warns against procrastination and destroying memoranda used in return preparation. It also stresses attaching memos to the return and omitting essential explanations for audits.
W J Corbett and Mrs Agnes Johnson were married last Saturday afternoon in the Presbyterian church Se by Rev EB Groeneveld. Corbett is a well known mining man of this section and after their return from a wedding trip to California the couple will make their home in this city.
Notice to creditors of Maggie Climer estate demands claims with vouchers within months to guardian Bessie Nolan at J E Kelly law offices Dillon Montana. Also notice to creditors of Frank C McFadden assignor to present verified claims by March 1, 1933, to Earl B L Wheat Assignee. Registry books close Feb 17 1933 for Dillon city election on April 3 1933. electors must register before closing, Dillon Montana. City Clerk Albert S Baker notes date. Administrative notice also references Arthur Ancoe estate.
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