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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1904
Page
5
Public notice outlines submission addresses for business letters and editorial material and states the Tribune Publishing Co will not be liable for employee debts unless signed by a manager. It requests subscribers report missed deliveries and affirms regular publication.
A near fatal accident on the river road prompts calls to widen the narrow stretch by six feet and to install a continuous riverside fence. The writer cites danger from swift water and a run-away, urging urgent safety upgrades after the incident that could have claimed multiple lives.
A reader proposes Dillon form a men’s club or home with a cozy writing area, newspapers, magazines, games, bath facilities, and storage. It would offer moral and intellectual influence, keep honest men from saloons, and fund membership at five dollars each with monthly dues.
Ongoing dangers on the road persist with the route described as in a dangerous state and constant risk to travelers. The fragment highlights imminent hazards and potential loss of life if conditions are not improved.
A brief note from Bedrock dated May 25 invites readers to request fuller ideas by writing through the columnist. Signed Au. BF. Linpen.
The article argues that conservative forces hold power in England and the United States as oppositions align with unpopular changeable policies. It notes Liberals and Democrats falter when they push change, while Conservatives benefit from status quo appeal and economic prosperity, despite varied national issues.
A columnist offers ideas on forming a Dillon men’s club. His suggestions may assist the promoters planning to establish the club locally.
Wur correspondent notes a moderate membership fee about one tenth of the committee’s expectation if the club forms. We should welcome responses from others on the subject and await further input.
Normal College events include a Saturday to Monday visit by Miss Richie from Dillon to Butte, juniors planning a picnic for the seniors, and thirteen guests at Sunday dinner at the Hall. Performances by Mr. Southwick closed the Normal series with notable recitals. Misses Kiley and Tuax visited from Lima, and teachers for next year include Miss Pietsch in Bozeman and Miss Buck in Helena.
Dr M A Miller went to Butte on Wednesday and returned to Dillon the same day driving a new Cadillac touring car. The engine is nine horsepower with seating for four, weight about 1400 pounds and price is $1000. For groceries call 6 M.
Mayor White directs committees for a wide Fourth celebration in Dillon featuring a $100 wrestling purse a $75 rock drilling contest and multiple horse and pony races along with goose pulling Indian delegation prizes and a grand fireworks display a morning cannonade parade and an excursion train to Butte all planned with emphasis on seating ice water and refreshments for spectators.
In a crowded rain soaked event at the Fair Store a revolving churn drew ten tickets at a time to ensure fairness. Five hundred tickets were mixed and a small girl announced each winner as the churn spun. The fifty first ticket bore John Ball of Dillon, winner of a trip to the World's Fair. A second drawing is planned for October 3.
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