Dillon's Fourth Recall in a Bright City Celebration
Independence Day activities drew hundreds as a parade, concerts, and a grand fireworks display energized the town. One boy was injured in a pony race but recovering. winners across numerous events included Hartwig Theater in the best float contest and multiple youth dashes, races, and contests ending with a lively dance at Dillmont Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allan
Jack Thomas
Jack McLaren
A. O. Gullidge
Andrus Hotel
Dillmont Park
Hartwig Theater
Eliel Bros
Hughes & McCaleb
Juddie Best
Byron Cosgrove
Alex Tait, Jr
E. W. Crichton
V. Christiansen
Ruby Garruthers
Sidney Moran
George Hurd
Joe Nolan
Malesch
Stephanie
Soper
Connelly
H. Soper
Hurd
Floyd Vandegrift
Tim Blair
Peter Rebich
Thelma Talent
Hazel Spencer
Violet Frizzel
Harold Soper
John Cunningham
Oliver Meeds
Rodney Foster
Byron Vance
May Tallent
Mildred Gullidge
Mildred Underwood
Tno
Cunningham
William Dixon
Matt Lasich
Byron Lavine
George Melton
Ted Soper
Claude Brown
Elmer Sorenson
Walter Siria
Walter Brown
John Neihart
Dan Jones
Charles McGahn
Bob Ramsey
Clark Edenfield
Ruth Bennett
Katie Cummings
June Roe
Dan James
George Todd
O’dell Greene
Former Dillon Faculty Members Engaged to Wed
Miss Connie Martin, daughter of Evelyn A. Martin, engaged to Harry W. Newman of Ogden Utah. Connie a University of Washington graduate and Mu Phi Epsilon member. Harry a University of Utah graduate and Phi Alpha Epsilon member. The wedding is planned for August 20 at the bride’s mother's home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruby Wyatt
Seattle
Calvin Cady
Evelyn A. Martin
Connie
Harry W. Newman
W. E. Newman
Ogden
Utah
Miss Martin
University of Washington
Gamma Phi Beta Sorority
Mu Phi Epsilon
Newman
University of Utah
Phi Alpha Epsilon Fraternity
Visitor from Missoula Announces Senate Candidacy
R. W. Kemp of Missoula, here on I O O F lodge business, announces his candidacy for U S senator on the Republican ticket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. W. Kemp
Missoula
Lonnie's Orchestra to Play at Dillmont Park Dance
Lonnie's Orchestra of this city will perform at Dillmont Park for a Good Time Dance this Saturday night. The management invites the public to enjoy the evening with the latest hits of the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dillmont Park
Lonnie
Fire destroys Armstead garage and contents
An early morning fire at Armstead last Friday destroyed a garage run by Clarence Patterson with cars totaling about $3,000 and building value over $2,000. No insurance was carried. Sheriff Mooney and County Attorney Gilbert inspected the scene but could not determine if the blaze was set feloniously.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armstead
Clarence Patterson
Patterson
Dillon
Mooney
Gilbert
County Commissioners Hold Short Monthly Session
The board completed routine business and claims, approved appointing two deputies for two months in the Big Hole basin, and rejected painting County Farm buildings. $3,000 was shifted to the pension fund for rising old age and widow's pensions. A July 21 equalization meeting will consider graveling the Big Hole and Grasshopper road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of County Commissioners
Mooney
Big Hole
Grasshopper Road
Shaw and
Gosman
First Polo With Horses Played in Dillon
Report notes the first polo game with horses ever played in Dillon marking a historic moment for local sport. The event drew spectators and showcased early organized polo in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dillon
Piano Recital by Former Dillon Resident Wins Praise
A large audience heard Ralph McFadden of the Dana Musical Institute faculty in a Nor mal auditorium recital as part of the college Lyceum course. The Dillon resident’s natural talent and artistic touch were praised, and a return appearance in Dillon is hoped before his resumption of duties in Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph McFadden
Dana Musical Institute
Whitworths Spend 4th in Sheep Creek Basin Visit
Berard and Edwin Whitworth spent the Fourth here from their Sheep Creek basin home. Miss Marjorie Stevenson arrived in Dillon Tuesday from Salt Lake City where she taught physical education at Rowland Hall the past year. Stevenson will spend the summer at her Dillon home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berard and
Edwin Whitworth
Sheep Creek Basin
Marjorie Stevenson
Dillon
Salt Lake City
Rowland Hall
Miss Stevenson
Stolen Cadillac Recovered as Arnold Fliner Is Arrested
Ogden Utah police arrest Arnold Fliner after sheriff alerts surrounding towns about a stolen Cadillac sedan taken from the Barry Hopkins garage in Dillon earlier in the week. Fliner, a former garage mechanic, disappeared after the theft and was tracked down Wednesday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ogden
Utah
Arnold Fliner
Barry & Hopkins
Fliner
Dillon
Mooney
Gun Toter Sentenced By Justice Court
W. B. Parker pleaded guilty to carrying concealed weapons in a valley on the Cabbage Patch and was sentenced to 30 days in the county jail by Judge Phillips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. BR. Parker
Cabbage Patch
Justice Court
Phillips
Dillon Chautauqua Association Elects Officers
Dillon Chautauqua association met at the training school last Tuesday. Linden McCullough was elected president with Rev Edward Smith as vice president Mrs John Somers secretary and A L Stone treasurer. Committees to be appointed at a later meeting. Local visitors and guests are noted including the Simons family Walters Leimert McKnight Stamm and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dillon Chautauqua Association
Linden McCullough
Edward Smith
John Somers
A. L. Stone
Axe Couple Return From Visit To Sheridan
Mr and Mrs Clarence Axe return to their home here Tuesday after visiting Mrs Axe's parents Mr and Mrs Lewis Bullerdick in Sheridan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence Axe
Mrs. Axe
Mrs
Lewis Bullerdick
Sheridan
Old-Time Stage Driver Hits Parade Role
Charles Higgenbotham, veteran coachman, drives a four horse Concord coach for the Fourth of July parade. He handles ribbons with famed skill, recalling early days with notable citizens, mail pouches, and the days of "Club Foot George" and X Beidler in the 1860s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Higgenbotham
Concord
Eliel Bros
Charlie
George
X. Beidler
Clyde Scott Returns From Twin Falls Idaho Visit
Clyde Scott came back Tuesday from a trip to Twin Falls Idaho where he met with local officials and community members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clyde Scott
Twin Falls
Idaho
Boys Injured In Auto Wreck On North Idaho Street Bridge
A Ford truck driven by Norman Hamill son of H J Hamill for the Normal college project crashed into a bridge railing on North Idaho street last Thursday evening July 3 occupants escaped with bruises. Poor lighting and unfamiliarity with the road blamed for the accident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norman Hamill
H. J. Hamill
The
Normal College
Idaho Street
Senator Hazelbaker Files for State Senate Nomination
Senator Frank Hazelbaker filed his intention last Saturday to seek renomination as state senator from Beaverhead county on the Republican ticket. He is unopposed so far with no other intentions filed for legislative offices. His four years in office are noted for an excellent record and leadership on major measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Hazelbaker
Beaverhead County
Venice businessman Knapp visits old friends
W. M. Knapp of Venice California, formerly in business here, arrived Thursday morning for a visit with friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. M. Knapp
Venice
Cal
Speakers Laud Civic Beauties of Dillon
Dillon Rotary club heard remarks on the town’s trees and lawns from Henry Kain of Helena while H J Hamill of Bozeman and others attended. Joe Wiksdal shared eastward travels and local business praise. Principal Linden McCullough spoke on education and town cooperation. Dr. Budge invited members to the Jim Bridger celebration. a Dillon Tourist Camp report was adopted with Adams and Nemick named to the committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. EE. Leubben
Dillon Rotary Club
H. J. Hamill
Bozeman
The
Normal College
Henry Kain
Helena
H. J. Johnson
Lyman H. Bennett
Virginia City
Rotary Club of
Philipsburg
J. E. Monroe
Dillon
Powell County Club
Kain
Joe Wiksdal
St. Paul
Rotary Club
Linden McCullough
E. C. Budge
Logan
Utah
Dillon Club
Jim Bridger
Cache Valley
Dillon Tourist Camp Association
Pearl S. Smith
L. K. Adams
Jack Nemick
Rotary
Chautauqua Lineup Promises Star Power and Education
Under Personal Direction of Author Ralph Thomas Kettering the Great Com moner opens with a professional cast and scenic effects. The program includes Robin Hood opera by May Valentine, Ralph Bingham humorist, Ault Concert Artists, Ernest Gamble Concert Party, Ralston Entertainers, Guatemala Marimba Band, and lectures by Edward Amherst Ott and Nipo Strongheart among others. The event offers musical recitals, dramatic sketches, and cultural talks drawing on American history and theater.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Thomas Kettering
Chautauqua Association
May Valentine
DeKoven
Miss Valentine
Ralph Bingham
Roach Freeman
Ralston
Guatemala
Edward Amherst Ott
Chautauqua
Arthur Walwyn Evans
Welch
Sam Grathwell
Nipo Strongheart
Yakima Indians
Lodge Officials Visit Dillon On State Tour
E. E. Collins grand master of Billings and W. R. Kemp grand secretary of the I O O F lodge of Missoula spent part of the week in Dillon. On Monday evening they installed Dillon lodge officers with Alexander Tait as Noble Grand J H McClaren as Vice Grand James Leach as secretary and I Cashmore as treasurer. The pair are touring the state by automobile visiting lodges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. E. Collins
Billings
W. R. Kemp
I. O. O. F. Lodge
Missoula
Dillon
Dillon Lodge
Alexander Tait
Noble Grand
J. H. McClaren
James Leach
I. Cashmore
Normals Rally Past Bunnies In City League Tilt
Normal team led by Hollister and Jahr defeated the Bunnies 5 to 3 in a twilight league game. Dennis and Wade starred for the Bunnies. Beavers maintain the lead with 5 wins 2 losses a .714 percentage while the Bunnies stand at 4 and 8 and Normal at 2 and 6 with a .250 percentage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollister
Jahr
Bunnies
Dennis
Wade
Beavers
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Walter Bennett
Bernard William
Tom Drummey
Lonnie’s Orchestra
the Park
Board of Equalization
Wendell Jardine
Jardine Hot Springs
Jackson
Helen Jardine
W. T. Scully
Pleases
Ohio
Lorain
Lake Erie
Fred Simons
Paul and
Fred Jr
Lima
Our City
John Walters
W. F. Leimert
Chicago
Ed. Smith
Smith McKnight
Nellie McKnight
Dell Visiitors
Alfred Holven
Jasper Nelson
Crockett
Calif
Rose Stamm
Milwaukee
Wis
Miss Stamm
Hazelbaker
Father Flanagan
Omaha
Nebraska
Training School
Caruso Or McCormack
John McCormack
Lincoln
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