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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1928
Page
4
A farmer’s inquiry accompanies a report on the seventeen year locusts as advance swarms appear across states. The insects cause nuisance and noise but little lasting vegetation damage, living only two to three weeks while naturalists may someday explain their periodic cycles.
The piece recalls two historic elections where religion influenced politics. In 1856 Fremont faced rumors of Catholic affiliation denied by The New York Times. In 1884 Blaine lost New York’s Catholic vote after Dr. Burchard’s anti Catholic remark. It suggests tolerance has since reduced such religious appeals.
The famed Italian admiral Angrea Doria was lauded as the Liberator of Genoa for freeing the city from the French in 1528. He later engaged the Turks and captured Tunis in 1535.
Chief Peo peo Thalkt nephew of Chief Joseph revisits the Big Hole battlefield and offers a new take on the 1877 engagement with General Gibbons. He cites leadership missteps by Looking Glass and recalls lack of guards and the impact on civilians, while plans for a monument marker for Chief Joseph proceed at the site.
Beaverhead County residents cast ballots in a Republican strong primary. Candidates include Scott Leavitt in the First District and Wellington D. Rankin for Governor. Democratic challengers listed for several races.
Friends in Dillon and surrounding area report Frank Swartz achieved a farm record near Owens mouth California by producing 683 crates of chicory or French endive this season at his farm. The crop is noted as a standout for the region and reflects his farming skill and success.
Senator Hiram Bingham notes Japan's temple upkeep and reverence in Shinto practice, contrasting it with China where temples are run down and often used by soldiers. He observes ancestor worship at home and a stronger sanctity in Chinese family life, while praising Seoul's new Shinto shrine on a hilltop.
Emile Zola, famed French author, was obsessed with counting. Pierre Van Paassen notes he walked counting steps, trees, dogs, carriages, lamps, and people, then computed sums to seek lucky numbers. If no lucky figure appeared, he grew morose and unable to write.
Mildred ran home alarmed that her father was on fire after seeing a barber lighting matches to his hair. The mother and child rushed to warn and save him. The barber’s act caused no lasting harm and father returned home safely.
The slogan Eat eels and live long frames a Japanese view of eel dishes as nourishing and healthful though costly for many. Notable adherents include Kihachiro Okura, a 90 year old Tokyo financier nicknamed an eel epicurean, and Matsusuke Onoue, 85, an Imperial theater actor.
Mr and Mrs S J Johnson and family motored to Anaconda to visit friends and shop. George Lossl prominent Jackson storekeeper and postmaster dies. funeral at St Patrick church Butte and interment in Deer Lodge. Community expresses deepest sympathy to the Lossl family.
Mrs. Arthur Pilon greeted by many friends at a surprise party marking her third wedding anniversary. Lakes vacation draws Argenta residents for Fourth of July fishing reports and local outings. Notables include A F Pilon and O A Pilon visiting Anaconda. Pilons moving to Brown's and Elkhorn fire guard appointment. Dillon game score 22 3 over Argenta Polaris.
A reflection on the value of true friendship by Charles Kingsley. The passage highlights trust, honesty, and steadfast support through both prosperity and adversity, praising a friend who knows us well and stands by us in difficult times.
Department of Agriculture crop correspondents monthly estimate the percentage of a normal crop. They report yield per acre at season end. The normal crop is the sup posed target in their minds, allowing comparisons to past years for consistency.
The praying mantis is an insect in the order Orthoptera named for its prayer-like resting stance with bent knees and front legs held as if holding a prayer book. It has historical associations in ancient Greece as a soothsayer and was revered in Hindu culture. Its perceived omens appear in southern France and among the Hottentots as signs of saintliness and good fortune.
From the Tribune dated July 20 1888 a Dillon note reports corsets selling for one dollar per pair with two pairs affordable for women. Streets overflow from irrigation ditches and a local man works on an electric horseless carriage as a novelty. Two Butte men nearly jailed for flirting with Dillon belles, escaping by offering the next train.
From the Tribune on July 22 1898 a proposed stairway from the dressing room draws a safety quip about rope failure spilling beer. Dillon residents vent heat complaints while island service stands noted. Farmers expect three alfalfa crops and Bert Williams moves to the Metlen ranch to help with haying.
A new station named Gosman between Dell and Lima on the Oregon Short Line is established in honor of a county commissioner. Beaverhead county wool clips will fetch contract prices from 14 to 17 cents. Ralph Tattersall returns from Ann Arbor after an engineering course. A Montana saloon offers Dillon beer for 5 cents.
The Foster Brothers band with Chris Anderson W M Rhodes and Stoltz Brothers finished shearing 9000 sheep at their Alder plant. They shipped 90000 pounds of wool to Boston via Alder railroad, selling at 39 1/2 cents per pound through representative Burden of Dillon. Pool cars carried smaller Madison county clips. The piece notes price contrasts since 1890s and political pointers on tariffs. Miss Evelyn McClurg and Phil Hatfield wed in Butte on July 2. Hatfield WWI veteran served 14 months in Argonne and Flanders.
The passage explains that figs bear blossoms inside and produce seeds, with fruit maturing from May to August. If unpicked, the fig dries, water evaporates, and it drops to the ground as pulp turns into fruit sugar. The New Age Illustrated.
A column argues against blaming women for spending on cosmetics noting both women and men admire them. The piece suggests spending is valued for beauty and social gain, reflecting popular attitudes of the era about appearance.
An editorial laments a man living under a lien on his property and questions how he can coexist in peace. It critiques farming prosperity as the big answer and suggests diving into wealth through agriculture and homespun comforts.
Dillon lad Ernest Nygren was seriously hurt last Saturday when he fell from a bicycle on Dillmont park road and was struck by a passing car that did not stop. He and another boy rode in a machine. a tire hit a rut, flinging Nygren into traffic. He was treated at Barrett hospital and sent home resting. motorist remains unidentified.
Miss Nelle Porter and Seley Moore sing at the assembly while Charles Upson Clark headlines the Friday address in Dillon. Exhibits by Miss Eunice Welles and Rand McNally publications draw student interest as the training school term ends and faculty outings begin. Marie Montana to perform Thursday at 8:30 pm in the college auditorium with public admission. Dean Angeline Smith plans a coast motor trip starting Friday. Edith Crandall travels home via Alaska after recent visit. Frances Foster returns from vacations in Butte Virginia City and Helena.
A Hudson New York man describes sleepless misery and back pain before praising Foley Pills diuretic for recovery. The ad touts the product as reliable and guaranteed for satisfaction after 25 years in use, urging readers to ask for Foley Pills diuretic through George M. Gosman.
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