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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1931
Page
4
A hometown sports commentator defends Jean Jordan's bias for Butte high basketball. He praises Dillon's near perfect win while noting Jordan's calls after losses, and recalls Butte's strong game against Missoula. The piece ends with a reader signing as A Fan.
Captain Clark of the Lewis and Clark expedition noted the Jackson hot springs in the Big Hole basin and tested elk meat in the boiling water to judge cooking times. The article recalls Sacajawea’s capture by Blackfoot war party near the Jefferson River, her sale to Charbonneau, and the couple’s later contrasted stature.
Week ending February 21 1931 Beaverhead Abstract Company records transfers including John B McLaren to Ada McLaren three lots in Block 25 P and O addition Dillon and property in Block 11 original townsite Dillon George Gauthier to James D Harrison 635 acres Grasshopper valley Julia A Peat to Anna Hoss Lot 10 Block 5 and garage Grandview addition Lima Otto C Cosman to John Peterson 40 acres near Lima Harry Wilson to W S Tash 480 acres Grasshopper valley Quitclaim Vermont Loan and Trust to Fanny A Meagher property on east bench near Dillon.
A Beaverhead county high school dramatics club presented six dances in colorful costumes drawing hearty applause. The cast included Mary, Jane Paul, Barbara Jean Tash, and many others. A one act sketch followed, directed by Miss Violet Eastman. The finale featured a blackface minstrel segment with Amos and Andy motifs and a Baxter Tonrey orchestra.
The article outlines enlarging national forest units in the Big Hole basin and nearby ranges, transferring lands to Beaverhead Gallatin and Madison forests. It notes new map issuances, temporary Sheridan headquarters, and expanded ranger districts in West Yellowstone and Dillon.
William Hollingsworth, an esteemed old-time ranchman of the Centennial valley, returns Tuesday from a prolonged visit at his old Missouri home.
Beaverhead high school plans a spring concert May 24 adding 63 musicians and tympan parts. Ethel Herndon will enlarge the percussion set and a real kettle drum set may join the stage. The school’s Philharmonic and string ensembles perform March entries to fund a cello, with organ gifts from the 8 A class and multiple solo and ensemble numbers anticipated.
Mr and Mrs James Fay return from California praising the climate and southern state benefits while contrasting a stark Montana scene Markets overcrowded with produce and low profits threaten farming Eggs sell for ten cents a dozen and carrots for one cent a bunch Thousands lose livelihoods and many families move back to former homes at municipal expense to avoid charity.
Rev L C Hermsmeyer and six Foursquare members held Sunday jail services in Dillon. Testimonies praised Christ saving souls healing bodies and filling with the Holy Spirit as six men knelt for altar calls. Eight souls have been saved in Dillon jail work.
Coughs and colds worsen at nightfall and disturb the family. A bottle of Foley's Honey and Tar provides a healing coating to irritated throats, clears air passages, eases breathing, and stops coughs without opiates. Mild laxative effect. Sold everywhere.
A Beaverhead post adjutant reports a flood of applications for veteran loans. The national department bulletin urges only absolutely necessary claims now as emergency loans are prioritized, and the department is overwhelmed with requests.
The church schedules Sunday school at 10 o clock and divine service at 11 o clock with special Senior choir music. Luther League meets at 5 o clock to discuss Passion Thoughts from John, followed by luncheon and games. Junior choir rehearsal at 4 15 and pastor H B Hanson invites all families.
Miss Virginia Deniese Walden daughter of Mr and Mrs C C Walden of Helena became the bride of Mr Earl Oliver Watts of Twin Bridges in a February 27 ceremony at Rev R C Shannon and wife home in Dillon. The couple plans a short wedding trip before returning to Twin Bridges.
Mrs H. N. Tragitt entertained the Needle club Tuesday afternoon at a luncheon.
A Dillon branch of the American Association of University Women has been organized with officers led by President Mrs Ernest Luebben and Vice President Miss Anne Feley. Active members must hold degrees from approved institutions. associates may include graduates or those with two years of study. Meetings are the second Monday of each month. the March session will be at Miss Mary Schoenborn's home at eight.
A caller reports a series of threatening mail. a Post Office Inspector confirms the offense and asks for a suspect. The dubious person points to the Woof Us Furniture Company as the likely sender.
A dialogue scene shows two coeds debating smoking and social judgment. The exchange references excitement and a nationwide hook up rumor, concluding with a flirtatious note about a charming smile and mutual attraction.
An old advertisement touts Foley Pills as a diuretic stimulant for the kidneys and bladder. It claims twenty five years of use and promotes healthier kidney activity and a longer life, urging readers to buy the medicine everywhere.
The administratrix ADA McLAREN of the estate of John B. McLaren deceased notifies creditors and others with claims to file them with vouchers within four months after the first publication. Claims must be presented at the law offices of John Gollins Poindexter Black, Dillon Montana, Beggarhead County, Montana. First publication March 6, 1931.
The Federal Land Bank of Spokane files a sheriff sale notice as plaintiff seeking foreclosure action. Key entities include Federal Land Bank of Spokane and a defendant party facing judicial disposition. Court records indicate a sale to satisfy the debt.
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