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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1898
Page
2
A fragmentary notice states daily and weekly publication patterns, advertising agent details, and that the paper is kept on file at 31 Merchants Exchange, San Francisco. It references UBLISHING CO and a Canadian Ontario location with pricing notes and weekly schedules.
Special to the Tribune reports the Newark opened fire on Santiago with eight inch guns as New York Brooklyn and Indiana joined a two hour bombardment. Shots mostly fell in water with a single hit on a church or cathedral. A flag of truce left the city toward Shafter before the planned attack, delaying any assault for today.
A front dispatch says artillery fire in the afternoon produced no decided effect and that General Shafter expected to take Santiago within 24 hours. The report covers activity up to five o'clock yesterday.
Maputo July 12 reports the conservative press says Spain is prepared to offer peace by granting Cuba independence. The potential move marks a shift toward self rule for Cuba amid ongoing tensions.
Secretary Day stated no peace overtures had been made by any party. He announced mines are to be laid in every river and harbor in the United States as a precautionary measure.
Madrid correspondent reports Sagasta tendered his resignation and that of the cabinet. He advised the queen to appoint a cabinet composed of the military element.
Special to the Tribune from Washington reports Gen. Miles arriving at Santiago by early afternoon and meeting with Sampson and Shafter. No new orders reached the war or navy departments by midnight, and no actions were taken yesterday pending the conference.
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a remedy for biliousness fatigue and poor appetite. It promises restored energy, sharpened appetite, invigorated liver and digestion, and healthier blood by driving poisons from the body.
A brief wedding notice notes a couple exchanging vows in a small ceremony. Only a glance at details is readable, with names and location partially obscured by the damaged text.
Montreal July 12 Senora Dubose and Carranza depart for a freight steamer to fight at the urgent command of the Canadian government. The request is presented as a demand.
Special Correspondence from Sheridan reports Miss Katie O'Brien filing for letters of administration for David O'Brien's estate, Chas Fuller family moving to Sheridan, visits by Rev Reed and others, and Mrs Wil son returning home. James Galusha hauls ore for Baumgardt Williams on Indian Creek. Sweeny and Dora Neville wed at the parsonage, Louis Butterdick sold fifty cattle to Linders. Infants dies at 13 days. Fourth of July celebrated at Twin Bridges with speeches by President Sanders and Rev Smith. Crops look good as alfalfa and grain harvests begin.
The notice urges community unity to strengthen the fair and racing meeting. It highlights last year’s success and predicts an even better fall event, inviting distant fans within 150 miles to rely on Dillon for amusement, sport, supplies, and banking.
Dillon shows a surge in construction with Mrs. Dart’s brick block, White’s dwelling near the Catholic church, and extensive improvements on properties owned by Anderegg Lovell and others. Plans include three new residences, two large brick blocks, and a $6000 Roe residence, all ready for occupancy or under construction.
Reverend O O Weller and his wife depart Monday by train to Ashville North Carolina where he becomes superintendent of a religious institution and she teaches music. The Weller family have served as Presbyterian pastors here for eighteen months and are deeply regretted by church supporters and the community for their dedication and talent.
A freight engine broke a side rod at speed about 45 mph, tearing up ties and injuring Fireman Geo McKinzie with a scalp wound and twisted neck. Engineer Klem escaped serious harm as the engine ran a half mile before being stopped. McKinzie survived with stitches and a lucky escape.
The opinion of Secretary Gage states that carriers must charge stamp costs to shippers for receipts. Butte express agents notified to enforce stamps on receipts. Shippers must buy stamps or use alternatives. revenue stamps now in force with rapid cancellation stamps offered by Tribune Pub Co Dillon Montana for $1 each.
Notice to co owners Chas 8 Warren and heirs that $1400 has been spent on W M C and Northern Light lode claims in Beaverhead County Montana to hold the claims. If one third share of $466.66 plus costs is not paid within ninety days of first publication the interest will be turned over to the others. Notice also given that I H Page dissolves Reynolds Page partnership and J G Reynolds takes charge. public advised not to purchase firm property during suit. Dated Dillon May 31 1898.
A Tribune Press ad proclaims patronage from print users who value quality printing, prompt delivery, and reasonable prices. It touts hand printing facilities and guarantees unmatched service by any office in the state.
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