Sudden Death of Bannack Miner Oscar Vandergrift
Oscar Vandergrift a Bannack resident died at his Dillon home Monday evening after a brief illness. Born in Salem Virginia in 1874 he moved west to Bannack and later supervised a dredge boat in California before returning to Bannack. He is survived by his wife and three children Otto Floyd and Masie. Funeral held at the family home on Rail Road avenue Thursday at two o clock Rev Edward Smith conducted the service with interment in Mountain View cemetery.
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Qoscar Vandergrift
Bannack
Dillon
Salem
Virginia
California
Otto
Floyd
Masie
Railroad Avenue
Edward Smith
Methodist Church
Mountain View
Man's Body Found in Creek After Years Missing
Frank Little of Dillon discovered a decomposed man’s body in Blacktail Creek during a low water period. Investigators identified the remains as John Adams, a pioneer resident who vanished over three years ago. The coroner’s jury returned an accidental drowning verdict. the body was buried at Mountain View cemetery.
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Frank Little
Dillon
Blacktail Creek
Brundage
John Adams
Mountain View
Petersons Prepare for Busy Haying Season on Grant Ranch
Grant visitors Mr and Mrs Johnnie Peterson plan to begin haying on their large ranch. Petersons expect the busy season as the sickle song fills the air from now until frost, to feed their cattle.
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Johnnie Peterson
Grant
Dillon
Peterson
Welcome Rain Brings Cheer In Local Fields
A soaking rain by Wednesday evening nourished the area including the Fast bench. Community hopes rise as the rainfall supports crops and gardens during this critical period.
Bluebird Hosts Night Banquet in Dillon Light
A bluebird roosts in a broken streetlight in Dillon, using the illuminated banquet hall as a nightly dining room. It hunts insects as drivers pass by, wary of police, while neighbors watch the bird’s nocturnal feast and eventual retreat when crowds thin.
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Dillon
Dillon Echoes of Boom Times and Local Pomp
Finished Shearing. J. H. Hildreth reports his Medicine Lodge ranch in fine shape. Co. W. Stallings, Bannack mining man, is in the city on a business visit.
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J.H. Hildreth
Medicine Lodge
Co. W. Stallings
Bannack
Bernard Pup Makes Trouble For The Kids
Roy Forrester's seven month old St Bernard named Gabe is so large it frightens children at the Blacktail. The pup blocks swims, chases to shore, and drags them from the water when let loose. Kids must visit the Forrester home to lock Gabe up before swimming.
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Roy Forrester
St. Bernard
Kidl
Forrester
Gabe
Summer "Go" Excursion Delights Teachers at Glen
The Fourth of July outing for teachers to Glen was well planned and enjoyed by all. The college administration earned praise for a safe pleasant day away from home. On return in the evening many rekindled childhood memories, singing patriotic tunes and joining a few playful dances without incident.
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Glen
Potato Exchange Leader Arrives in Dillon
Mr. and Mrs. Henry M. Lewis arrived in Dillon after touring from Kalispell via Hamilton and the Big Hole basin. Lewis is president of the Northwestern Potato Exchange, headquartered at Kalispell.
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Henry M. Lewis
Dillon
Kalispel
Hamilton
Big Hole Basin
Lewis
Northwestern Potato Exchange
Kalispell
Man with Rifle Fires in Glen Aiding Sheriff Arrest
A Glen man celebrates the Fourth and fires a high power rifle at home after disputing with his father in law. John Jenkins is arrested by Sheriff Mooney and Undersheriff Ross, arraigned before Judge Phillips, pleads guilty, and is sentenced to six months in jail. No injuries reported. town shaken by the incident.
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Glen
Mooney
Ross
John Jenkins
Phillips
Jenkins
Volstead
Dillon
His Prettiest Girl Sues Congressman For Damages
Anna Niebel sues Representative Herrick of Oklahoma for 10000 dollars alleging breach of promise to marry from a Washington DC beauty contest at the Tidal Basin. She claims she fell for the congressman after being named the best looking girl in a bathing suit and won a silver cup. The filing ties to the contest event and its outcome.
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Anna Niebel
Representative Herrick
Oklahoma
Washington, D.C
Anna
Pace Warms Up In City League
The Badgers grabbed a late lead for an 8 to 9 win over the Bunnies as Thornton delivered a clutch three bagger and Scott followed with a long drive to center bringing in the winning run. Batting summaries show Ditty and McCarthy on for the Bunnies, O Conner and Scott for the Badgers.
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Badgers
Bunnies
Thornton
Scott
O’conner
Ditty
McCarthy
Beavers
Ackershaw
Badger Battery
Whelen
Vandergrift
Paul
Gosman
Gophers
Frank Gosman
Women in Congress Would Keep Men Busy Says Hathaway
Mrs. Maggie Smith Hathaway, Hamilton state representative and Democratic candidate in Montana’s first district, toured Dillon over two days promoting the truth in fabric bill. She argued women in Congress would spur diligence among men and help secure a quorum on holidays by rallying members.
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Maggie Smith Hathaway
Hamilton
Ravalli County
Dillon
Congress
Miss Ruby Wyatt Recital Planned at Normal College
Dillon residents look forward to a July 17 recital at the Normal college auditorium featuring pianist Miss Ruby Wyatt and reader Miss Maureen Desmond. Wyatt studies at the Cincinnati Conservatory and is expected to graduate next year. Desmond is a popular Dillon performer. The program includes a piano and orchestra work rearranged by Jean Verd and will be free with main-floor seats reserved for locals.
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Jean Verd
Park Celebrates Fourth of July with Community Festivities
Dillmont park hosted a large Fourth of July celebration with sports booths candy stands and refreshment venues. The Baxter Tonney Orchestra performed from nine thirty to three, drawing a crowded pavilion and a festive mood without incidents. attendees praised the perfect weather and wholesome fun.
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Elkhorn Springs
Melrose
Sheridan
Dillmont Park
Baxter-Tonney
Death of Oberton H. Lewis noted in Dillon notices
Obituary reports Oberton H. Lewis of Portland Oregon died July 4 at his home. He moved to Montana twenty years ago settling in the Big Hole basin near Ralston. An accident left him nervous and unable to work. Survived by wife two sons Max and Glen two daughters Arline and Louise his mother nearly 99 and five sisters.
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Dillon
Oberton H. Lewis
Portland
Ore
Lewis
Montana
Big Hole Basin
Ralston
Max
Glen
Arline
Louise
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Oscar Vandergrift
Creek
the Kaiser
New Aba
William Hiern
Kaiser
D Hollrod
Bird
Bluebird
Butte Butchers
Bannack Street
Sons of St. George
Beaverhead County
Northwest
United States
United Mine Workers
Washington
Davis
Harding
Herrin
Ill
Bernard Pup
Potato Man
James Jenkins
Glen Hotel
Butte
Fair Grounds
Ruby Wyatt
Maureen Desmond
Wyatt
W. S. Tash
Grasshopper
Our City
Dillmont
C. H. Lewis
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