05 May 1899
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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1899
Page
1
Dillon store Kupfer’s announces daily arrivals of new items including 8 day half hour striking clocks with alarms priced at 4.00, a quadruple silver plated four piece tea set at 8.00, best plated tea spoons at 2.00 per six, and butter knives with sugar shells at 500 each. Call and see the goods.
Lima May 4 notes the public school term ending April 22 with praise for Principal Rudy and Miss Evans. A new restaurant opens in the opera house dining room, rumors of Dillon relocation fade, and a snow day marks May activities. The Lima Dramatic club plans The Last Seat, and coverage mentions injury to Miss Louie Scott and other town updates.
Special correspondence from Pacrville Montana reports Mr Hartt and son Harry visiting J M Page and others, various social calls, mining inspections, and travel notes including Nellie Page’s Helena trip. Birch Creek notes Jacob Hartwig recovering, James Jewell preparing ground for crops, and John W Frizzell purchasing and improving the Barber ranch.
In a brisk exchange at the stage door, Mr Stormington Barnes and spokesman Pinte Pete clash over Shakespeare. Pete insists the famed playwright remains a target for the committee, while Barnes warns the town’s attitude toward the bard.
Grace recalls Fred's intense proposal described in vivid terms by Chicago News. She notes his excitement was so evident that she had to supply occasional words to help him convey his message.
A hungry customer asks to be waited on and the floor manager replies with a playful exchange about waiting long. The line captures a moment of service humor from a Philadelphia scene reported by the Philadelphia North American.
A Chicago News quip notes stump speakers are often stumped when asked questions that the public can understand. The joke frames stump speaking as a rally tradition where speakers seek simple explanations.
In a Catholic Standard and Times exchange, a speaker notes bracing weather and many men seeking only enough for a night's lodging. The brief dialogue captures urban frugality and tempers of the moment.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention digestive ailments and a reference to Dr Kings New, implying a medical anecdote or advertisement about remedies for stomach and liver disorders. Distinct names and clear event not fully readable.
Helena Herald reports Montana added $51.3 million in mineral output for 1898, led by copper $26.1 million and silver $19.16 million, with gold $5.25 million and lead $0.81 million. Senator Carter calls Montana a banner wealth producer, totaling nearly $70 million including cattle and wool. The Braden report also details Northwest and Alaska mineral production.
The advertisement promotes Tabler's Buckeye Pile Ointment as a fast cure for piles with claim of curing bleeding and inflammation. It cites 80 percent safety and 80 percent certainty, asserts buckeye as active ingredient, and offers bottles at 50 cents and tubes at 75 cents with mail order from L. J. Williams at 3g.
The Northwest Magazine of St. Paul Minnesota offers $100 in gold for five largest lists of new subscribers by July 15. Prizes range from $30 to $10 with rules favorable to all entrants including non winners. Full details by writing The Northwest Magazine St. Paul Minn. door 18-21. Also a medical testimonial claims Bucklen Arnica Salve cured rectal fistula after doctors feared death. Central Pharmacy sells 25 cents per box.
An Arctic style newspaper ad claims Ballard's Snow Liniment cures rheumatism neuralgia and other pains. It asserts quick relief for strains bruises stiff joints and contracted muscles with penetrating action and a dealer guarantee priced at 50 cents.
Helena Montana April 30 1899 letter claims Jones a Scotland Yard detective husband of the woman living with Raven Monreau and Amy Brathrion Jonny recounts travel from Salt Lake City to Bannack and notes Jones' attempt at blackmail and arrival by telephone with Mrs Montagu.
Advertising claims describe worms robbing children's strength and growth. It promotes White's Cream Vermifuges as a prompt safe remedy that kills worms and restores vitality, warning against imitation and noting a 25 cent price sold by L. J. Williams.
A letter from Private James Lennox reports a flesh wound to the knee that is severe but not career ending. The bullet passed around the knee cap without breaking the bone and Lennox claims he is in good spirits and will recover to save his leg.
Victims of stomach liver and kidney troubles and general weakness report improved appetite and energy after using Electric Bitters. Idaville Indiana resident J. W. Gardner endorses the tonic, claiming renewed strength and appetite. Central Pharmacy sells bottles for 60 cents with guarantee.
An advertises a ditch project about five miles long five feet wide at top four feet at bottom and one foot deep with 113 feet of flame and a 30 foot long cut. Bids due May 20 addressed to Wu G Purinrps at 182 Bannack Montana. Also a cold cure ad for Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets promising money back if unsuccessful.
The proprietor announces renewed lease on the Hotel Meade in Bannack and invites travelers seeking lodging. He asserts readiness to accommodate all guests opting for his establishment.
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