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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1908
Page
2
Alfred G Burgson of Livingston Montana pleaded guilty in federal court to forging money orders and was fined 500 dollars, paid in full. His attorney C B Nolan urged leniency noting his 23 years and exemplary past. Judge Hunt warned him to stay in Montana and redeem himself with resolve.
Mrs J P White of Rushboro Pa credits Dr King’s New Discovery with saving her life by easing a stubborn cough. The medicine is described as the most reliable remedy for coughs colds influenza asthma bronchitis and hoarseness and is sold at Potts drugstore with a 50 cent price and a free trial bottle.
Helena is told by Judge Hunt that harsher penalties will follow for illegal land fencing. John and Francis Laird and Nelson and James Bingham of Chateau county receive jail terms and fines for fencing thousands of acres of public land. The Lairds face ten days in jail and a $250 fine each. the Binghams 48 hours and $200 for Nelson and 48 hours and $100 for his son.
In Helena the probate of Mrs. Mary A. Pryse's will reveals a $5,000 estate left to friends and charities since she had no relatives. The odd provision stipulates George D. Beattie receives $3,000 and the house, but ownership remains with him only after the dog dies.
A warning item notes many nearly suffer pneumonia or consumption from lingering colds. Foley's Honey and Tar is promoted as a cure for deep seated coughs and colds and to prevent pneumonia and consumption. City Drug Store advertises the product.
Helena March 7 The supreme court today confirmed the district court ruling for plaintiff E C Russell against Chicago Burlington & Quincy Railway. Russells verdict of 540 dollars reflects depreciation on cattle shipped to Omaha due to alleged negligence and slow movement. Burlington appealed from the denial of a new trial.
Foley's Honey and Tar advertised as the remedy for obstinate coughs and colds to prevent consumption and pneumonia. City Drug Store promotes this treatment claiming many cases of incipient consumption have been cured.
Helena March 10 Attorney General Galen forwards a view in a letter to County Attorney Melton of Beaverhead. He says the statute has no provision relating to the sale of cigarette papers and discusses the license requirement.
The author discusses that gift of cigarette papers may violate the law when tied to tobacco sales but not if there is no connection. He notes the statute is penal and must be strictly construed and juries must decide case specifics. The general rule is that any link between paper gifts and tobacco sale constitutes an illegal sale of papers.
A health ad urges quick action at first signs of Bright's disease or diabetes warning readers to use Foley's Kidney Remedy from City Drug Store. The same issue notes Butte hosting the Montana Grand Army of the Republic encampment from April 9 for three days with expected 200 attendees and delegations from state posts and the Woman's Relief Corps.
Helena March 9 Mrs Susan Allen the oldest resident of Montana is dead at Laurin where she visited her daughter She was the widow of Col Henry Allen of Helena and aged 99 The couple married in Philadelphia in 1835 and came to Montana in 1867
In federal court District Attorney Rasch sues Anaconda Copper Mining for 69939 dollars claiming 9,000,000 feet of lumber seized illegally from public lands between 1898 and 1901.
Mr Norman R Coulter, a prominent architect in the Delbert Building San Francisco, endorses Electric Bitters as a tonic. He says it corrects stomach liver and kidney disorders promptly and boosts the system. It is praised as the best spring medicine and a superior blood purifier sold at Potts the Druggist for 50 cents.
A formal endorsement expresses gladness for the department to give the matter proper attention and promises investigation within the force and duties allowed. The language emphasizes official backing and continued diligence while conducting inquiries as permitted.
An old ad certifies all druggists will refund money if Foley’s Honey and Tar fails to cure a cough or cold. It claims to stop coughing, heal lungs, prevent grave illness, and cure la grippe coughs and pasimenia. The genuine product is in a yellow package and substitutes are refused. City. Drug Store.
Special to Tribune Lakeview March 14 James Ernest Doyle and wife with baby return from Townsend Montana newborn added to Doyle family Mrs Doyle departed first for valley There will be a new liquor dispensary in Lakeview with A B Wakefield proprietor building under construction Frank Allen bought Miller Bros beef last week two loads and March 15 for rest H Wetmore sold six steer cars to Frye Bruhn Seattle company B H Paul sold five cars Mrs Blake and daughter Thelma and Mr Wetmore with son Cecil traveled to Dillon Alice Davis also to Dillon sickness in valley recent Lila Hanson very ill Jack Olson wife took baby to doctor Olson reports child improving
The Missoulian reports a civil suit filed by District Attorney Rasch against Kenneth Ross of Missoula for unlawfully cutting 7 276 700 feet of public domain timber between January 1890 and November 1893. The suit seeks 358 213.60 in damages plus costs.
State Auditor Cunningham released a preliminary statement on Montana life insurers for the year. It shows 2,389 policies written worth 5,699,000 with premiums of 1,456,000. Losses paid totaled 361,000 and insurance in force at year end stood at 12,132,000.
Rev F Starbird of East Raymond Maine touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best healer for an old army wound and obstinate sores. He also uses it in his veterinary work with great success, priced 25 cents at Potts the Druggist drug store.
In Miles City on March 11 the saloon men formed an association. They raised all drinks to 15 cents and pushed through an ordinance limiting the number of saloons to sixteen until population passes 12,000. Afterward one license would be granted for every 750 increase in population.
Harry Wilson of Waynetown Indiana says Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is unequalled for croup and prevents attack when given at first sign of a croupy cough. Widely used in thousands of homes. Potts the Druggist sells it.
Death claims another old timer Joseph Pennington died at his home ranch last week and funeral was held Monday. A suit Lee McCauley vs Math Glaston regarding a horse possession set for hearing Thursday before Judge Reed. Mailer and local residents visit Pennington’s funeral as others attend miners, doctors and family health updates.
In Butte on March 10 the Salvation Army soup kitchen remains open feeding about 200 men daily despite mines resuming. New arrivals poverty-stricken join former patrons, needing meals until they find work as Adjutant Kuhn notes.
Judge Fox signed a temporary restraining order at the request of A. Reilly to enjoin certain union organizations, especially the Billings Bartenders' union, from interfering with his business.
Joseph Pennington aged seventy three longtime Montana pioneer died suddenly from heart failure last Saturday. Born in Kentucky he joined the 1849 gold rush to California in 1854 and in 1865 settled at the Big Hole valley near Twin Bridges taking up a ranch. He was the first rancher in the area to grow apples and other fruit.
An 19th century style advertisement touts Dr Kings New Life Pills as a remedy for headache biliousness constipation and malaria with a cheerful refund offer if not satisfied. Potts the Druggist is named as the refund contact.
Acting Governor Edwin Norris received from the Boston branch of the American Society of Equity a resolution on Montana petroleum. It states Montana consumers pay thirty to forty cents a gallon for coal oil while railroads pay eight to nine cents. Norris referred the matter to Commissioner Ferguson with the inquiry.
Convicts Geo Rock and William Hays must answer to a murder charge in district court. A coroner's jury impaneled after a prison office fight that killed John A. Robinson returned a verdict finding the two convicts guilty of murder.
South Omaha on March 11 notes a steady advance in cattle prices with expected rises if receipts stay light. Stockers and feeders remain active as corn fed steers run 5.35 to 5.80 and cows 4.25 to 5.00. Hog values peak then ease with bulk at 4.30 to 4.40 while sheep demand stays strong and prices edge up from a week ago.
The Waukesha Oil Company Limited is formed under Washington law with a $1,000,000 capital to develop Lincoln county oil fields. A 13 inch, 5,000 foot drill will be deployed, with a main flow expected around 1,700 to 1,800 feet and a 4,500 foot test well contracted to ensure reach. Treasury stock is being taken up mainly by state citizens, with Dillon also participating.
Skin diseases like eczema tetter and barbers itch cause intense itching and sleepless nights. Quick relief comes from applying Chamberlains Salve which allays itching and smarting almost instantly. Many cases cured. Sold by Potts the Druggist. 1m
Redrock March reports Miss Maude Hill visiting Dillon friends. P Ward’s ranch house nearing completion with plumbers at work. Joe Corcoran returns to Chicago. Billy May leaves for Seattle. F W Lamphear family in Salt Lake City meeting his mother en route to California. Rev Roberts absent due to illness in Lima. Mrs Emerson Hill’s friends plan gathering.
A joyful birthday surprise took place Saturday evening with a luncheon served and guests enjoying cards into the late hours.
An advertisement urges trying Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as mild gentle purgatives. It promises a pleasant cathartic effect and offers Potts the Druggist as a place to obtain a free sample.
Saturday evening Miss Emily Brown and Miss McGorrin hosted a sixt course chafing dish dinner honoring the birthdays of Miss Nelligan and Miss Jessie Brown. Attendees included Miss Jessie Brown Miss Nelligan Miss Lee Miss Owings Miss Negley Miss Duncan Miss Dauterman Miss Sykes Miss Neihart Miss Lower Miss Truax Miss Grace Miss Vera Jones Miss Noeth Miss McMane my and Miss Hogeland. Prof. Riedelsberger planned a two weeks concert tour through Denver Des Moines Chicago and Cincinnati.
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