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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1923
Page
5
The subject was described as secretive yet loyal, an organizer who trusted close allies and distrusted demagogues. Born in Iowa of Irish descent, he always put America first and played a key role in Montana's wool industry disputes from Virginia City to Helena.
A defense of the country newspaper as the guardian of liberty and guardian of honest American thought. The piece contrasts small town papers with metropolitan outlets, warns of German influence, and asserts the country press keeps to ground and rejects pandering for readers.
The article argues that household budgets feel price rises more than policymakers. It notes a 41 percent overall increase in December 1922 versus December 1913 for staple foods and details milk price fluctuations and farmer-seller dynamics, predicting broad readjustments as middlemen face scrutiny.
The article profiles T. C. Power as a relentless, multi field Montana figure. A lifelong merchant and financier he advised rest but chose to stay in harness. Power built wealth in merchandising banking and mining while shaping state politics and serving as U S Senator. He stood with leaders like Quay Clark Carter and Toole and remained a pivotal Montana figure.
Farmers seek forecasts on the upcoming lamb crop yields and the likely price levels for wool this season. Analysts note market volatility and regional differences impacting supply and income for shepherds.
The article urges a spring mindset shift to brighten homes with paint and tidy thinking. It links cheerful appearances to higher values and prosperity, urging all to join in a broader mental and physical renewal season.
From the title books of the Beaverhead Abstract Company the ledger for the week ending March 17 1923 records transfers of properties including deeds to farms parcels and town lots. Names of grantees and grantors are cited alongside locations and sometimes prices where listed.
Riverside School notes report Mr. Mike Rebich's business trip to Butte and a Country Club party with a chicken pie supper. Enrollment rose with new pupils Mary Frank Willie and Harry Spehar, while seven pupils were absent. A blizzard last Thursday dropped temperatures to 10 below zero and snow covered the ground. County superintendent Miss Roe and Blacktail teacher Miss Flynn visited Wednesday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Rebich attended a farewell party at the Markovich home and plan to leave for Butte.
Cecil Smith moved to district 27 and is in first grade. Fourth grade and above took a geography test prepared by State Normal college. Clerk Harry Schluer returned from Gregson Springs. Charles Pilgrim missing due to cold. O'Leary Morrison Morrison attended American Legion minstrel in Dillon. Intermediate grades prepare Spring language booklets. Mildred and Harriet Schuler visited cousins in Dillon and attended Saturday public school entertainment.
Patent grants issued for hundreds of acres southeast of Dillon to McGrath Anderson Phillips and others. Transfers include warranties to Roscoe Cornell and Katherine Rife quitclaim. sheriff sale certificate to Dillon Implement. tax deed to B A Risley. Decree of settlement for George W Perkins estate covers 240 acres south of Dillon. Right of way granted to Beaverhead Transmission Co from multiple named owners.
Notice is given of the annual stockholders meeting for Western Wholesale Grocery Company on Monday April 2 1928 at 8 PM at 231 3 5 7 North Montana Street Dillon Montana to elect trustees and transact other business. Dated March 3 1923 O M Best President. 10 13 Butte miners receive a 50 cent raise effective March 15.
A list of humorous misperceptions includes confusing the Woolworth Building with a storybook, mistaking Marshall Field for a general, misreading Avenue S curvature, and mixing air brakes with aviation, a Farm Bloc with a city square, and Easter with a poultry show while Lent is mistaken as a European loan.
A brief exchange notes Bill Spivens catching a notable pole cat. The line “Yep one hundred purr-scent” adds rural humor to the fishermen’s banter.
Mary recalls Jim claiming in a letter that he has made a fortune in Brazil and will marry the sweetest girl soon. Betty questions whether he will abandon the four-year engagement.
In 1923 season significant road and trail construction is expected across Madison National Forest including the Sheridan area with multiple active projects announced for the year.
The Christian Science Society of Dillon on Yeaman block Center St invites the public to Sunday services March 25 at 11 o clock with the subject Matter Sunday school at 9 45 a m and a Wednesday evening testimonial meeting at 8 o'clock.
Residence by the church. Sunday school at 10 with classes for all. Prof. Lee R. Light superintendent. Morning worship at 11 with a cordial welcome. Ep worth League social hour and lunch at 6, devotions at 6 30 led by Miss Clela Stufft president. Evening service at 7 30 informal and helpful. Mid week service Wednesday at 7 30 with Bible study prayer open to all.
Salvation meetings are held Tuesday and Thursday at 8 p.m. Friday offers a cottage prayer meeting at 8 p.m. Saturday features a salvation meeting at 8 p.m. Sunday includes a holiness meeting at 11 a.m. and a Sunday school at 2 30 p.m. followed by a salvation meeting at 8 p.m. All are welcome.
The Dillon Tribune is sold weekly at C. P. Thomas near Idaho and Center, The Corner Cigar Store at Montana and Bannack, and The Gray News Co. by the O. S. L depot. Charlo Rowan flour mill reports full operation.
An advertisement announces Frank Hazelbaker promises to save money on farm loans with a special deal dated January 16.
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