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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1909
Page
4
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The St Louis Post Dispatch highlights Rev Mrs W J Dodge of Beloit Kansas a campaigner against divorce. She cites rising divorce rates and argues for irreconcilable marriage vows and reforms including culinary qualifications for women. She notes U S rates vastly higher than other nations and asserts the western United States shows strong divorce prevalence.
A Beaverhead county editorial condemns drunken brawls and supports saloon regulation after Louis Cundiff’s murder conviction. It applauds juries for tough sentences and urges prison work through road building, while noting sinister nostalgia for a single telephone system and new Dillon business prospects.
The remark envisions a future when divorce carries such ignominy that self-respecting individuals will delay or avoid legal separation. The statement reflects social attitudes toward marriage disruption and legal dissolution.
The Dillon public hospital awaits funding as residents are urged to support the hospital fund to prevent delays in care. The piece notes the urgent need and compares local farmer practices with grain-storage trends seen elsewhere.
The article notes Butte called the smoky city by some papers and argues the smoke from its smelters should not be conflated with the ministerial association’s actions. It defends local industry while addressing press commentary.
New York City faces bread shortage as about ten thousand bakers walk out this week. The text argues that if women in the city had learned their lessons, households would not suffer this bread shortage and the so called bread famine could have been avoided.
United States Senator Gore of Oklahoma spoke in Helena last Monday evening. He said women are a great agency for publicity in the same class with telegraph and telephone, noting he is not blind to everything.
Heinze received a warmer reception than Bryan on his fall return to Butte. His mining record there was judged to have improved to a greater degree than Bryan had achieved in his efforts.
The speaker argues the city deserves free mail delivery and Dillon should provide free express delivery due to high local express business, noting action is needed to obtain either concession.
County Treasurer Cashmore says taxes are being paid rapidly and many Beaverhead county residents will have reason for thanks a week from next Thursday.
If Heinze fails to gain space in Butte’s mineral belt, the speaker hints at abundant mineral areas nearby in which he could pursue ventures and expand his operations.
Press reports show Rocky Boy’s group failing to gain traction during the current Indian summer, with little notable activity or advance amid regional scrutiny.
The writer notes the east only has an imitation of Indian summer and urges readers to visit the west to witness the genuine season.
The hospital announces an open subscription fund drive inviting community members to contribute. Organizers urge timely donations to support patient care, equipment, and ongoing medical services through the current campaign period.
A compilation of brief editorial quips notes varied local anecdotes. It mentions Mr. Jones nearing the district court seat, price shifts in whiskey, and witty lines about charm, promises, work, and dog days reflecting Montana newspapers.
The Butte Miner declares the true discoverer of the North Pole, naming a prominent explorer and challenging earlier claims. The article emphasizes geographic discovery, national pride, and ties to ongoing polar exploration debates.
Ten thousand acres in the King Hill Extension irrigation district will be opened for settlement at Medbury Idaho on November 16 under the King Hill Extension Irrigation Company. Reduced rates apply via Oregon Short Line with selling dates rates and details available from the agent.
Carl Mast, who recently acquired the NOS Wood and Kindling business, will continue delivering baggage and parcels across the city with promptness. He will also sell kindling and store wood and take coal orders. Orders may be left at the Tribune Store and the wagon will be flagged for prompt pickup.
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