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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1899
Page
8
Announced copyright statement indicates ownership by The Procter and Gamble Company based in Cincinnati. The note asserts proprietary rights and publishing control for that year and company.
Dr. M A Miller sets contract for a 100 foot extension at the Noonday mine in Argenta. A force moves boilers hoists and mining gear as development plans unfold. Local supporters urge investment and moral backing to spark a mining boom in Dillon county and attract outside capital.
Road supervisors urge vigilance as warm rains and unusually deep mountain snowmelt raise flood risk. If rains persist, Twin Bridges could lose houses in 15 days and southern areas may fear a Glendive like disaster. Authorities warn residents to prepare for a sudden water surge.
A narrator recounts a severe stomach pain and lightheadedness after waking. At Miller and McCurdy's drug store a customer tried Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. One dose cured the illness quickly and the speaker vows to keep it at home.
Local capitalists finalize plans for another Dillon bank led by shareholders Martin Barrett F L Graves Jos Shineberger and A F Greater Wm Roe and A L Stone with fully paid capital of 50000. It will occupy the Dillon National Bank building with a five year lease and furniture from the old bank. A L Stone is expected to be cashier.
On Memorial Day the public paused work at 2 p.m. for services at Dart Opera House under Stedman G A R auspices. Rev Cattermole chaired, Rev Loughlen spoke on American patriotism rooted in God. Senator Norris and Gov Smith praised veterans, then veterans marched to Mountain View cemetery for wreaths. Evening union service at M E church featured Rev Cope with Rv Cattermole Hooker Laughlen assisting.
A May 31 Alumni banquet at the Dillon theatre and Odd Fellows hall drew about 125 guests including Gov. Smith and daughter. Music, dancing, games, and witty toasts by Misses Rife Reinhardt Stella Morse and Mr. Eugene Poindexter highlighted an evening of social cheer and warm recollections.
The M E church ladies host a strawberry and ice cream gathering tonight rain or shine. The berries are top quality and the cream is very good all for 25 cents. Everyone is invited to attend.
A reader expresses deep gratitude for Chamberlains Cough Remedy, praising its relief of coughs lung troubles and whooping cough for their family and noting lasting obligations to its makers. The message credits consistent satisfaction and broad usefulness across many cases.
Mrs J W Scott of Bedrock rushed back from Dillon when her daughter Fern was thrown by a frightened horse. The mare dragged Fern for three quarters of a mile along the railroad with the head striking ties repeatedly. Fern suffered severe bruises but remained conscious and is recovering, though she may avoid horseback riding in the future.
A capable touring company led by John Lindsey opened at Dillon theatre for a three night stand. Ingomar drew a small crowd last night but the troupe is praised for merit and a bigger audience is anticipated tonight and tomorrow with a Hazel Kirke companion piece to follow. Also includes a note on Bucklen's Arnica Salve and local pharmacies selling it.
Two Oregon businessmen plan a location exchange with one a successful grocer and the other a general merchant and postmaster near Oregon State University. They invite interested parties in Southern Montana Madison or Beaverhead counties to explore a climate change investment. They offer to trade farm land for city property, require about $500 cash, guarantee a one year rental at 12.50, and welcome help seekers to call.
J Stevens lessee of the Mauldin and Seligman mines in Argenta visits the city to supervise two more car loads of rich ore. He reports a larger body of exceedingly rich ore at the Seligman property and expects shipments to rise. Stephen says three carloads are now weekly and will grow, predicting Argenta will open the people's eyes.
A Erie Pennsylvania resident F A Babcock reports sprain worsened to rheumatism after heavy lifting. He tried Cham berlain s Pain Balm recommended by a druggist and says half a 50 cent bottle cured him entirely. He now recommends it to friends and notes it is sold by City Drug Store.
Fragmentary lines from an Atchison inquiry reflect a claim that a fate statement may be unfair to doctors. The text hints at fault finding and skepticism regarding the statement.
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