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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1916
Page
4
The Tribune Publishing Co. states it will not be responsible for debts contracted by employees except when orders signed by the manager authorize them.
The notice asks TRIBUNE readers to inform the office if papers are not received on time, stressing that the paper is published regularly and all subscribers should receive it regularly.
The Standard argues public opinion forms after reflection by communities and favors peace over war. Yale secretary Anson Phelps Stokes notes fair dealing outlasts weaponry. Lord Rosebery warns U S arms burden will tax after European conflict.
The Mountaineer of Big Sandy responds to local complaints about the textbook system. It argues state law overloads publishers and restricts local school choices, urging a Text-Book Commission to ensure competition and fair pricing. It warns of graft and advocates honest, capable officials to shape better laws as spring nears.
State horticulturist Caen urged Good Government and Commercial clubs to name Dillon the Lilac City due to abundant lilacs and suitable soil and climate. He said if every garden planted one lilac bush the city would be a mass of purple blossoms in spring. Dean proposed beautifying public grounds and offered landscape plans for the Normal college campus and courthouse lawn.
The office reports several state papers with notices of Lieutenant McDowell's renomination campaign. Friends seek more publicity while the editor notes McDowell is sound though his politics conflict with ours.
Citizens who a week ago were porting seed catalogs and casting speculation now face uncertain plans as spring approaches. Local officials urge prudent budgeting and community input before any community garden or planting program advances.
A visitor on first arrival in Dillon notes the town is unique with too little light and too much dog. He calls it the doggondest town to wander at night and others agree the description rings true.
Secretary Daniels has sent a bill to Congress proposing promotions in the navy by selection rather than seniority. Naval officers are expected to oppose the change, likely mounting a vigorous fight against the proposition.
The article notes Britain consumes about 70000 tons of cork annually enough to supply floaters for all U S hobos and more, highlighting cork's heavy use in the country.
A debate unfolds over the state bankruptcy law as lawmakers consider repealing or weakening provisions. Advocates warn against abuse while supporters push for tighter controls and relief for creditors.
It is stated that since the outbreak of the European war thirty thousand settlers from the United States have entered Canada. Probably went over there to enlist.
The 1915 tire market total reached 250 million dollars and Buckingham Palace contents were valued at 17.5 million dollars, framed as a wartime curiosity. The frenzied line hints at wartime risk and civic apathy with undercurrents about suffrage and male voter turnout.
Commodore J Stuart Blackton, author of The Battle Cry of Peace, argues ten reasons why the United States should prepare for war. He cites protecting homes, reducing risk to mothers and sisters, and the need to deter foreign powers, among other points.
Wellesley Massachusetts reports measurements from 15000 students in the Mary Hemenway gymnasium. The average Wellesley girl exceeds the Venus de Milo in neck, chest, waist, wrists, height and weight with athletics linked to the improved form.
A 19th century advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure by F J Cheney & Co Toledo as a constitutional treatment. It claims to act on blood and mucous surfaces, offers one hundred dollars for any failure, and urges readers to request circulars and testimonials. It also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
The report compares Wellesley and Venus figures noting arm taper, wrist size, and overall height and weight. Wellesley averages 10.6 for arm measurement versus 9.8 for Venus, and wrists of six inches versus 6.2. Venus taller by 1.7 inches and heavier by 12.8 pounds. Americans may surpass Venus with continued gymnastic training.
Local and personal notices list Adolph Reichle and two daughters from Glenn, B H Whiston of Helena in Dillon, F E Ardem and E C Baer of Salt Lake, W A Kidney of Butte, John F Brock from Dell, Fero Marchesseau and wife from Grant, Zetta Gilbert and Marjory Conger returning from Helena, F B Linderman of Helena visiting, Alvan Brown and child returning to Melrose, E E Brounle of St Louis in town, John A Hall and wife leaving for Bond, C E Hesop of Butte in town, Dr Grant E Finch returning from Detroit, Alva Garr of Dell visiting two daughters at Normal college, Preston Nibley of Salt Lake back from trip, President J E Monroe of State Normal College returning from Chicago.
A speaker argues against government ownership of railroads citing European costs, tax losses, and issues of Civil Service limits. He warns that heavy indebtedness and political influence would undermine efficiency, favoring private competition over monopoly for better results.
The Missionary Society of the Episcopal Church will hold a food sale at Olmsted Stevenson’s store on Saturday March 11. Advertisement runs as 2t.
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