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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1911
Page
4
The Tripung Puntisiine Co. states it will not be responsible for any debts contracted by employees unless orders signed by the manager are provided.
The community discusses the parcels post law and its impact on local business. Citizens worry that mail order firms will drain dollars overseas as low rates for twelve pound parcels boost outflow, prompting efforts by commercial clubs to oppose the bill and urge action in Dillon.
Representative Wheeler of Silver Bow introduces a bill to restrict fireworks and pyrotechnics for the nation’s birthday. It would bar discharge of firecrackers bombs Roman candles and other explosives except by qualified persons under expert supervision with mayoral approval. Violators would face a misdemeanor and mayors must enforce the act with police action.
A perceptive piece argues five thousand dollars from a wealthy donor would seem large in a bank but tiny in a hospital fund. It notes many could give the sum to reach ninety thousand, yet prefer not to.
The excerpt calls farmers and stock breeders to decide their exhibit at the next county fair and recalls Governor Norris urging preparations for a strong showing.
A call to remember last fall’s fair problems and to commit to a creditable exhibit. The message urges personal effort to improve the fair and to assist management, asking readers to begin acting now.
A Washington dispatch reports Champ Clark, Democratic leader, warning against increasing the Ways and Means Committee to thirteen members. Clark recalls a superstition from a St. Louis dinner where thirteen guests sat at the table, prompting him to seek a replacement to avoid ill luck.
The Orphans' Home at Twin Bridges requests funding for an additional building to house 200 more children. Officials argue for immediate appropriation rather than relocating the institution to Billings, warning relocation would be wasteful and offer no real benefit.
Copper men anticipate a material price rise in the coming months and note numerous promising copper prospects in Beaverhead county that could be developed into producer status.
The critic says Pinchot should use his head more and his tongue less to shine. His suggestion that the president act in Cunningham coal cases in Alaska regardless of law is described as extremely crude.
Report to Congress confirms Peary reached the north pole. Debates on senatorial elections, county fairs, and arctic climate perceptions mingle with comments on Panama-Pacific exposition site and regional attitudes. The piece mixes humor and civic critique.
The Fergus County Argus notes W A Clark may not seek senate, but could influence the race through his Amalgamated Copper alliance. Walsh nears strength while Conrad’s chances are described as hopeless in the report.
The Montana Lookout argues that nationwide interest in the senatorial race would rise if Americans did not believe Montana stalemate and potential scandal are common. The piece casts doubt on heightened scrutiny, insisting the state’s situation is unique only due to external political misinformation.
A Mercer County farmer collected 800 dollars from the county treasury for groundhog scalps. The county faces destitution, and the item hints at whether winter will end soon as winter weather lingers and groundhog forecasts remain unclear.
The letter-writer believes Mr. Walsh cannot forgive Montana Republicans for failing to carry the state. He calls a Democratic majority on hand a nightmare, not a midsummer dream, expressing lasting disappointment.
The state legislature at Helena spends much time on complimentary votes and listening to cheap oratory, causing it to fall behind in its work, as reported by Big Hole Breezes.
The Fergus County Argus argues that the ongoing horse play in Helena demonstrates a need to reform how federal senators are elected, urging action to improve the process.
A Meagher Republican report notes 339,793 gallons of fine rum stored in Jamaica, a figure tied to temperance talk as many men reportedly revert to drinking. The item frames a potential supply issue and public reaction within the era’s moral debates.
Thomas Roe, well known in Dillon, died at his Stevensville home last Tuesday after a brief illness from appendicitis. He was a long-time valley resident and brother of pioneer citizen Wm Roe. Daughters Betsy Haines Grant Haines and Betsy Sam Arndts were present at his bedside. Remains to Dillon tonight. Funeral at Methodist church Sunday at 2 oclock, burial in Dolan View cemetery.
The notice promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as effective for colds croup and whooping cough in children and claims no harmful drugs. Sold by all dealers. 1-m
Readers are told Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh at all stages by a constitutional internal treatment. The ad promises $100 to any case it fails to cure and urges sending for testimonials from FP J Cueney & Co of Toledo Ohio. Sold by druggists for 75 cents. Take Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Travelers depart Salt Lake City under the Salt Lake Elks Lodge auspices with public dialy invited rates apply to Los Angeles and from Salt Lake City only. Go to Salt Lake return 5 P M via Portland 60.75 Raybould secretary B P O E Lodge details tickets limited to March 7 sleeper reservations via Salt Lake City Utah 3 8t.
Advertisement urges Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets to keep bowels regular to avoid various diseases. Sold by all dealers.
Editorial cartoon copy warns that if Japan remains stubborn the United States may take severe actions to protect interests, referencing Uncle Sam and a canal motive as a militant metaphor.
The Belt Valley Times notes strong demand for creating new counties as 15 or more bills are before the legislature. The Helena Independent argues through rates fail to relieve the public from express extortion. The Hamilton News stresses the need for a direct primary law and other wholesome reforms. The Lemhi Herald observes mask balls helping people improve their appearance with a new face.
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