Sleight of Hand Shows and Local News From Argenta
From the Tribune of May 28 1885 free exhibitions of sleight of hand are held at Mackays museum in Argenta. Dillon youngsters prefer baseball though the game often suffers when one boy owns both ball and bat and cannot keep his innings in check. H Cushing Sr is constructing a house on the West side of the railroad tracks south of the oil warehouse.
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the Tribune
Mackay’s
Argenta
Dillon
H. Cushing, Sr
Real Estate Transfers May 15 1926 Beaverhead Abstract Co.
From the Beaverhead Abstract Company title books for the week ending May 15 1926 transfers recorded in Beaverhead include parcels conveyed to local residents and businesses with dates and grantors listed in the county records. Transactions reflect property exchanges, deed insertions, and public record updates.
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The
Beaverhead Abstract Company
Cattle Thieves Drive Frequent Losses in Southern Montana
The frequent loss of cattle across southern Montana is almost always the work of cattle thieves. This pattern is noted as a common cause of stock theft in the region.
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Montana
Bicycle speed limit debate and city plans in May 1895
The city council weighs six to ten miles per hour bicycle limits amid recent reckless riding and sidewalk escapes. Six horse coaches run between Bedrock and Salmon City as plans for Fourth of July are taken over by Star Cycling Club. Seven girls and one boy graduate Dillon High School on June 11 in the Opera House. Matt Orr seeks a light plant franchise.
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the Tribune
Bedrock
Salmon City
Star Cycling Club
Doy
Dillon High School
Opera House
Matt Orr
Monroe to address Fort Benton high school graduates
Joseph F. Monroe traveled to Fort Benton to speak to the graduating class as reported in 1912. The town received new white and black trimmed ball-team suits now in use. The city council is taking steps to transfer cemetery ownership to the city.
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the Tribune
Joseph F. Monroe
Fort Benton
Five lots in Stahl's addition for sale in Dillon
For sale. Five lots in block 11 corners group 1 2 4 5 at Stahl's addition Dillon. A good buy. Make an offer. Address C. D. Tribune office Adv 12-22.
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Stahl’s
Dillon
C. D
Tribune Office
Federal land patents awarded near Monida and Centennial
United States grants patent ownership to Ralph W. Gray for 616.76 acres near Monida, to Roy R. Miller for 329 acres in Horse Prairie valley, and to Scott Newman for 640 acres in Centennial.
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United States of America
Ralph W. Gray
Monida
Roy R. Miller
Horse Prairie Valley
Scott Newman
Centennial Valley
Bringing Cities Closer Through Faster Rail Travel
Arthur Brisbane notes railroads cut Chicago to California and Seattle to the Pacific Coast times, promising one extra travel day saved and closer business links. He cites Mussolini’s rail plan comparisons, plus British coal policy thoughts, and highlights bold feats of endurance and failures like a Bakersfield oil tank fire and lightening defenses.
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Mussolini
Naples
Rome
Chicago
California
Pacific
Great Lakes
Santa Fe
Union Pacific
Southern Pacific
Seattle
Pacific Coast
Warranty Deeds for Dillon and Dell Area Lands
Maude Brown transfers five Stahl's addition lots in Dillon to David Meeds. Earl K. Mummey transfers 320 acres near Dell to Henry Thompson. Ralph W. Gray and wife sell 616.76 acres near Monida to Poin Dexter and Orr Livestock Co.
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Maude Brown
David Meeds
Stahl
Dillon
Earl K. Mummey
Henry Thompson
Dell
Ralph W. Gray
Poindexter & Orr Livestock Co
Monida
Montana Insurance Department Certifies Mechanics Insurance Company
The Mechanics Insurance Company of Philadelphia has filed sworn statements and is authorized to transact fire insurance in Montana until March 31, 1927. The state auditor notes 1925 assets of 4 478 484.10 liabilities 2 971 049.18 net surplus 907 434.92 and policyholder surplus 1 507 434.92 with 1924 income 2 282 905.29 and 1925 expenditures 2 021 3824.14.
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Mechanics Insurance Company
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Montana
I. Geo. P. Porter
Geo. P. Porter
State Auditor and Commissioner of Insurance
Ady
Crowley Oil Company Annual Meeting Notice
Notice announces the annual stockholders meeting for Crowley Oil Company in Dillon Montana to elect officers and conduct business. Meeting set for Monday June 21 1926 at 10 00 a m in room 38 Phillips Apartments ote Co W Robison with signatures from President E Blinn and Secretary H H Bates and date May 21 1926. Blaine county farmers sold 4195 hogs valued near 100000.
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Crowley Oil Company
Dillon
Montana
Ote Co
W. Robison
Phillips Apartments
Beav erhead County Sheriff Candidate Announces Candidacy
R. T. Wemple declares as a Democratic nominee candidate for Beaverhead County sheriff subject to the August 3 primaries. He pledges an efficient businesslike administration if elected. Adv. 19-23-27.
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Beaverhead County
R. T. Wemple
Birthday traits for May 23 29 week reader
Horoscope excerpt outlines personality traits for those born May 23 to 29. It describes graceful manners, imaginative nature, sociability, generosity, and popularity. Women are loving mothers and teachers. men may become artists musicians and decorators. overall life is cheerful with practical impractical balance.
Beautiful bungalow home in fine location for small family
Five room bungalow with bath modern features, garage, screened porch listed at 5200 dollars. C C Newman advertisement. Also notes U S Forest Service view on Montana paper industry potential and Opheim telephone line plans for the town.
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C. C. Newman
Dillon
U. S. Forest Service
Montana
Foley Pills Promote Kidney and Bladder Health
An advertisement extols Foley Pills as a reliable remedy to restore healthy kidney and bladder function. It claims the medicine eases aches from tired bodies and cleanses the blood of lurking poisons, urging readers to buy from Potts, the local druggist, with a satisfaction guarantee.
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Foley
Potts
California Fig Syrup For Kids Relief
A vintage household notice promotes California Fig Syrup as a gentle laxative for children. It claims to clean the bowels, ease feverish or constipated symptoms, and restore a playful child without narcotics. The ad urges asking for the genuine product with directions on the bottle and warns against imitations.
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California
Office Boy Job Promise Cracks a Grandmother Tale
A dialogue snippet shows Tommy asking about outcomes and a promise of work. The teller boasts landing a position as office boy by telling the boss his grandmothers are dead. The exchange captures a boastful, humorous street interview style.
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Tommy
A GOOD REASON Judge Questioned Prisoner Bar Relates Prohibition
In a courtroom scene a judge asks have you seen the prisoner at the bar. The reply notes not since prohibition, reflecting era law and social changes surrounding liquor bans.
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Bernard Shaw
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Shaw
Ilis
America
Hammoud Ben Hadgie
Trench Headquarters
New York City
Long Island City
Bakersfield
Franklin
Danton
Kingsmore
Maryland
State OF Montana
Insurance Department
Helena
E. Blinn
H. H. Bates
Blaine County
R. D. Curry
Helo
Radtocaster Service Reg
U.S. Pat
Grreymare Gor Skert
Opheim
Land Office
Pearl I. Smith
Annies
Ogiett
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