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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1923
Page
1
Investigators warn of a world wool shortage with declining production in cotton flax and silk and rising consumption. They predict higher prices and a resurgence in the sheep industry led by Merino Rambouillet breeds, with cautious warnings against overexpansion and tariff or labor shocks.
Deputy State Examiners R N Hawkins and A E Williamson from Helena conduct the yearly county audit in Dillon. Hawkins is a veteran auditor with many local friends greeting his return, while Williamson makes his first official visit to the county seats.
Deputy state examiner R N Hawkins of Helena cites county splitting as a main tax driver. He notes Montana now has 55 counties, more than Oregon Washington Idaho or North Dakota, and argues small units raise per capita costs. Reducing tax burdens requires population and wealth to justify county divisions.
Mrs Mary Judge entertained at her South Washington Street home Sunday. Covers were laid for Misses Harriet Shaffer Velma Marion Esther Judge Mary Gelhaus Josephine Funk and Messrs Meredith Rhodes Charles Shaffer and Henry Walter.
Sheriff's office reports multiple arrests this week as part of ongoing operations. Investigations and processing are underway with additional arrests anticipated in the coming days.
Authorities seized four well equipped stills along with 3400 gallons of mash and 100 gallons of finish product in a Perkin Street operation. Investigators say the setup indicated illicit alcohol production and potential evasion of liquor laws. No arrests were reported in the initial raid.
Deputy Frank Kellum arrest warrants lead to raids and pleas across Lima and surrounding areas. Roy Jackson pleads guilty to unlawful liquor sales and is fined then released. Authorities seize two cabins near Wise River with two 100 gallon stills and 68 barrels of mash, valued over 3000 dollars, and arrest Tom Monahan and Merle Regan. Sheriff Mooney recovers a 50 gallon still and 550 gallons mash. other suspects face district court trials.
The Elkhorn Springs resort remains popular with several camping parties and open summer homes hosting house parties. The hotspot features a large natural hot-water plunge and attracts many overnight gatherings each Saturday and Sunday. A dance is planned for tomorrow evening.
Edwin Whitworth, who had an appendicitis and peritonitis operation a week ago, is reported convalescing at Barrett hospital. He is the son of George Whitworth of Dell and a recent local high school graduate. Friends will be glad to hear of his steady improvement.
A Texas reader praises the Tribune edition calling it outstanding and well put together. He notes Dillon's county finances are strong and commends the paper’s makeup and news quality, saying it would credit any town. The letter is signed by P. Cain from Dillon Montana comparing the paper to a 'Harding Edition'.
Rotary members at the Sugar Bowl cafe discussed enlarging the city waterworks to include a parallel pipeline to meet rights and relieve shortages while reducing fire risk. No formal action, but topic slated for the next council meeting. Frank Eliel reported on the St Louis Rotary convention. Rotarians and wives plan a Dillmont park picnic next Wednesday evening with women providing lunches at 6:30.
Four marriage licenses issued by the clerk of court on Monday. Viggo Christoffersen and Jaunita Drake of American Falls Idaho wed by Rev T W Bennett, who also married Marguerite Cushing and Wallace I Ogden of Dillon. Cecil Wetmore of Lakeview and Carrie McMillan of Bowling Green Ky wed by Rev Edward Smith. Charles Brothers and Leva Nickel of Lima wed in Lima by Rev Alexander Muirden.
John Sutherland visited Dillon and recalled shipping a car load of saddle horses from the Larrabee group to Eastern Tennessee where demand remains high. He reported generally good results, losing only one horse by accident as it rolled from a hillside pasture. Funeral travels interrupt local residents after a train wreck near Whitehall.
Beaverhead county commissioners met July 2 1923 with Chairman Anderson and members Gosman Shaw and Deputy Clerk Fuller. Actions included road petition guidance for Barbour heirs, travel expenses for public health nurse, an old age pension, bridge plank procurement, tax extension clerks, May reports and salaries, and various county disbursements approved in the General Fund and related accounts.
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