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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1905
Page
6
A Montana pioneer recalls arriving in Virginia City in 1866 after a 78 day wagon journey from Nebraska City. He describes early town life, high prices, and the Watseca mine boom with 10 stamp mills. He details mining methods, transportation, and the lack of schools or churches, ending with enduring affection for Montana and its people.
The 1905 edition of the Oardus Weather Chart and Calendar features 13 sheets 13x20 inches, a wall ornament and practical daily forecasts. Readable large numbers and colored weather signals reflect Prof. Andrew J. DeVoe forecasts linked to major storms. Available for 100 stamps from Chattanooga Medicine Co Chattanooga Tenn.
A cautious note urges calling a physician for pneumonia as it stems from a cold or grip. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is claimed to ward off threatened pneumonia and is used by physicians with reported success. Dr M J Smith of Sanders Alabama endorses its use in his practice over six years. Sold by Riley the druggist.
Mrs Orpha J Clemens filed for divorce in Dillon from her husband Gus Clemens whom she married in Monida in May 1900. Attorney W B Barbour represents her. She accuses him of wilful neglect for over a year, leaving her dependent on charity while he earns about $50 monthly as a stage driver.
William Shaffer a Denison Ohio brakeman lay bed bound weeks with inflammatory rheumatism. He tried many remedies then used Chamberlain's Pain Balm from McCay's drug store and within a week could work again. For sale by Riley the druggist.
Notice to shippers from Dillon Montana dated November 30 1904 announces December 1 1904 effective storage charges on all inbound freight unloaded on platform or in warehouse and on outbound freight delivered without bill of lading. Storage is five cents per ton per day with fractional tons and days counted. minimums apply based on load size. Carruthers agent signs the notice.
An eclectic mix of patent medicines and household tonics appears with prices and store details. Riley's Drug Store promotes Ballard's Horehound Syrup, Snow Liniment, Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets, Buckeye Pile Ointment, Herb ine, White's Dream Vermifuge and more. An automobile climb contest at Pike's Peak is also mentioned as upcoming entertainment.
The article notes that Syrup of Figs from the Outornia Fig Syrup Co. is preferred for gentle laxative relief and enjoyed by children. It mentions a Nashville hotel clerk who received $10,000 for a kind act a decade ago and suggests clipping the detail for daily posting at the register.
An advertisement touts Acker's Dyspepsia Tablets with immediate relief or money back, sold in tins for 25 pts. Another note praises Ballard's Horehound Syrup as the best cough remedy, with testimonials from L L Apple ex Probate Judge Ottawa County Kansas and Riley the druggist selling various sizes including 250 500 and 1.00 priced boxes.
The supreme court rebukes the Missouri River for overreaching into sovereign state territories and hopes for an end to the meanness. Advertisement promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets claiming quick relief for weak digestion belching and sour stomach offered by Central.
The item lists tiered water daily consumption rates per 100 gallons and special monthly rates for various user groups. It covers apartments flats over stores, fountains and soda stations, furnished rooms, and stores and shops with rate notes.
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