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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1909
Page
3
An advertisement claims Woodlark Squirrel Poison effectively reduces gopher sage rat and prairie dog populations through female-targeted extermination. It promises guaranteed results, notes it resists moisture, requires no mixing, and offers refunds from the Chemical Co. of Portland Oregon.
Republican voters met at the courthouse to organize a ticket for Dillon's spring city election. H G Rodgers was named chairman John S Baker secretary and W F Cashmore treasurer. A caucus is set for March 15 at the courthouse to nominate a mayor city treasurer police judge and one alderman from each ward. It may be the first city party ticket in Dillon.
Tomorrow evening at the Dillon theatre two exciting city high school games are set. Helena high faces Beaverhead county high with a visiting team ranking among the state’s best and Dillon’s home squad sharpening for the challenge. The second game features the high school freshman and sophomore pool team, both squads have devoted much practice time and promise a thrilling matchup.
About 360 acres of farming hay and pasture land for sale with good water right located nine miles from Dillon Montana. Contact W G Roberts Dillon Montana.
An advertisement extols Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as a trusted laxative for families. It emphasizes gentle cleansing of internal organs without debility or dosage changes, notes pleasant natural action, and claims physician approval and genuine California Fig Syrup Co. manufacture.
A reward is offered for information leading to the whereabouts of Duncan Melvin known as Scotty Melvin, formerly of Scotland. He is about 52, six feet tall weight 150 pounds with dark complexion and big drooping eyes. Last heard six years ago near Dillon, where he herded sheep. A considerable sum of money awaits him. information to L. J. Price’s office.
Local tailor Paul Brown offers up to date styles at 31 Bannack Street with guaranteed work and expert service for all alteration needs.
Special election on a 25 car heating plant franchise for Dillon Plumbing and Heating passed 49 to 1 with one blank. Voters show little interest. council to tally results next Monday March 15. Projected cost 35000 and construction to start once site is secured with plant ready by next fall.
Mrs Foote received a letter from Carl Stahl in Ann Arbor noting George Melton son of County Attorney Melton of Dillon won a place in the six lap indoor meet last Saturday night. He will receive a track suit and cap with class numerals 1911. Carl also ran but did not place and sends regards to Dillon friends.
Last Tuesday Fidel Huber received a telegram from D E Sanders of Spokane Washington announcing the death of his daughter Alba from pneumonia after an appendicitis operation. Alicia Sanders died suddenly last night at 9 o clock after a sequence of illness. The young girl, about 14, was admired by all and Prof Sanders formerly led the State Normal college in Dillon.
The Dunbar Company, famed for hand bells and a strong male quartet, performs at the Normal assembly hall next Monday evening March 15. The troupe travels with over 100 bells and offers a range from 6 ounces to 22 pounds plus a cello soloist, two vocal soloists, a flutist and a pianist.
The household of W. G. Roberts was surprised on March 7 by arriving carriages with happy faces and mysterious packages. A sumptuous spread followed with much jollity as silver remembrances were given. Guests included Theo, Nelson, Meine, F. and D. Guidici, John Keenan, and the Misses Curtis, Keenan, Burnstead and Sanders.
The Final Results of the Election have not altered plans. Quick Delivery Wagon continues to handle light freight to and from the depot and city, with special attention to the dormitory and Normal college. They offer dry fine kindling wood at 25 cents per sack and stove wood in blocks, delivered by load or dollar value. Orders to the driver or at the Tribune Book Store receive prompt attention. N. S. Wood, Proprietor, Dillon, Montana.
The Dillon Public Library lists evening hours from 7 to 9 30 on Monday Tuesday and Saturday. Distribution of books occurs on those days. Additional Friday 4 to 6 and Saturday 3 to 6 hours are noted. The library opens to readers on Tuesday and Friday evenings.
Daily items list personal pickups in Waterloo Dell and Bedrock. Community notices include millinery shows in Dillon March 19 20 and a variety of sales from carpets to draft horses. City events feature sermons theater games and church activities amid a large classified section and a Barnatto simulated diamond promotion notice.
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