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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1931
Page
4
A partial readable snippet notes mail transmission handling and second class mail matter at the Dillon office with a reference to telephone contact.
Beavershead county farmers and ranchers face drought and low livestock prices as crops are nearly in and stock is on pasture. Water is being used to soak grain and hay while streams run low. Mountaintops appear bare for July and outlooks warn of a dry year ahead. The farming community gathers in hotels, stores, and homes as worries grow.
Mrs. A. G. Wells of Rocky Mount North Carolina reports Foley Pills diuretic relieved her physical ills and left her able to tend to family and household without fatigue. The advertisement claims the product "drove away" tiredness and promotes daily use by women.
The article notes declining farm output and rising living costs in Beaverhead County contrasted with persistent prosperity signs like new cars, fashionable outfits, and active amusements. It cites historical lament and calls for a reform figure akin to William Allen White to inspire resilience. It also discusses renewed mining interest as gold fever returns and mentions historical crime and court activity from 1901.
In May 1891 the Montana Pioneer society plans a banquet after officer elections. The 62ers will study Langford’s Vigilante Days and Ways and investigate the Bill Fairweather mystery. About 2000 tons of freight to Bannack for Golden Leaf Mining at 40 tons weekly. McCune’s brick yard launches with 8000 bricks produced today.
In a report from May 11, 1911, the Dillon Implement company sold five buggies last week. Buyers included George Tash of Grasshopper and John Anderson of Dillon, with the remaining buggies going to Madison. Bert Selway begins a six room bungalow on his ranch southeast of town. The county high school class of eighteen graduates.
Dillon Scout Finance committee has mailed letters to subscribers as they begin a fund drive to avoid personal solicitation. The aim is to build on last year’s strong scouting record and secure broad community support for investing in America's future manhood.
Theodore H Williams and Albert Cox develop the Bon Accord group of gold claims with a strong cross fissure at 40 degrees crossing the vein. They plan to push the No 2 tunnel to intersect the vein and cross fissure, aiming to reach a large high grade ore body and over 2000 feet of depth. The three full sized claims are developed with careful planning and study.
The Wednesday Afternoon Bridge club meets Friday at 1 30 p m for a luncheon at Mrs Earl Fairbanks home. Mrs Fairbanks leads the high score while Mrs George F Dart holds the season’s low score. This will be the last meeting until autumn.
Mary Lloyd claims victory in a contested event described as the ioetaacns in the American scene. The report notes the outcome and prominence of the participants within the local context.
The Commercial Service Association of Tribune Publishing Co. Dillon Montana announces a contest with a $10 prize for a combined design and slogan or a separate design with a slogan. Three non-member judges and two members will choose winners. A $5 prize each awarded if a separate design is chosen. Entrants may submit multiple slogans and sketches. Mail to Contest Department by May 31, 1931.
Roy Forrester topped a field at the regular Sunday shoot at the fair grounds using the new automatic trap and scoring 98 of 100. Tallent was second with 88 and Brundage third with 85 as Sheridan guests joined locals in the Dillon Gun club event.
Old-time prospector Frank Berniece, about 70, lost his cabin and all possessions in a Sunday afternoon fire in Bloody Dick. Neighbors heard blasts then found him dazed amid embers and hurried him to Barrett hospital after initial treatment by local residents and Dr Routeledge.
The American Legion Auxiliary met at the L D S church on Monday evening for business and elections. Miss Katherine MacGregor spoke on her World War service and was awarded bronze candlesticks and a tray. New officers include President E L Fairbanks and First Vice President Joe Fuller.
Post summary details for 1931 membership contest with a bronze bell and gavel to the post showing the greatest percentage increase. Department Commander A Livingston will present at the Miles City convention. standings hinge on July 11, 1931 midnight figures. Beaverhead and Wisdom posts noted for strong showing.
Alma Nichols 65 known sheepman of Blaine died Monday evening at Mose Smyth ranch after a brief pneumonia illness. Body brought to Dillon by H. M. Brundage and shipped to American Forks Utah for interment. Nichols born American Forks, ranched in Madison county thirty years, survived by seven brothers and two half-sisters. Also a cattle and dairy ranch listing offered for sale in Dillon.
Notice to creditors of Clarence I Miles deceased asks claims with vouchers within four months. Administratrix Rebecca Connelley cites Dillon Montana address. Also notices probate of will for Ewing Comics with hearing May 16 1931 in Dillon court. Fred Rife Clerk cites date April 27 1931. Adv 18-20.
Ralph Rowlands sues Argenta Mining Company in Dillon Montana. The sheriff will sell on May 28 1931 at 2 PM at the Court House front door the Robert Burns Walter Scott Hunté Amaranth and Thistle Quartz Lode mining claims in Beaverhead County under cash terms.
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