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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1931
Page
4
A study tracing the discovery and use of metals from ancient Egypt through bronze and iron. It notes copper's early use, the bronze alloy, the gradual spread to Europe, and iron’s late, prized emergence shaping civilizations.
The piece argues that unwritten ancient rules allowed rulers to accuse subjects unjustly and that modern law stems from early Roman practice. It notes laws began with twelve tablets displayed publicly to ensure fairness, marking the origin of liberties enjoyed today.
The article discusses the origin of the Olympian games in Greece, noting Peloponesia people hosting foot races to honor Zeus. It explains how the games gained national importance as Hellenic states adopted them, with 776 B.C. marking an early practice of recording victors and years, starting time measurement.
The text recounts ancient Greek games and their revival through centuries, noting celebrations halted by Rome and World War I, with 1932 Los Angeles as the next host. It links athletes, honors, temples and poetry to a enduring belief in gods and physical prowess.
Jim Redburn traces the evolution of writing from Paleolithic pictographs to rebus scripts, cuneiform syllables, Cretean scripts, Egyptian hieroglyphics, and helioglyphics. He notes Phoenician and Greek adaptations, with the Greek addition of vowels making the language harder to learn.
Papyrus is a water plant used by Egyptians for writing material, sandals, sails, and more. It describes early rolls, binding into books, lengths up to 144 feet, aging to brown brittle sheets, the papyrus formula, and cultivation in the Nile delta today.
A visiting team arrived in Dillon and caused trouble at the Andrus hotel, clashing with staff over room charges and damaging a window. They later moved to the Metlen, where they paid for a room but left a pile of debris. A wounded jar disappearance led to sheriff involvement, resolved when the team agreed to compensate Mrs Main.
The text notes how the necessary and proper clause has been liberally interpreted to widen Congress powers. It cites navy, commerce, post offices, taxes, banks, and criminal jurisdiction as examples, arguing the elastic clause is vital for a smoothly running government.
A civil service examination conducted at the public library Saturday morning by Ernest Nelson the local secretary drew eleven candidates to fill a vacancy in the local post office.
Miss Helen C Ballard presented a studio recital on Thursday night for her younger pupils. Participants included Jack Orr Matthew Orr Kenneth Lovell Marjorie Lovell and David Curry.
The text touts Foley's Hohey Tar Compound as a remedy that stops coughing rapidly. It claims to heal inflamed tissues and clear throat irritation with action against phlegm, presenting an all-purpose cough suppressant.
The text outlines how six states claimed western lands post independence, Maryland resisted ratification without cession, and Congress backed an 1787 ordinance creating the Northwest Territory. It details government steps from appointed officials to a representative house, path to statehood, abolition of primogeniture, no slavery in the region, and education and religion provisions, noting its influence on later territories.
A historic column favors establishing a municipal skating rink to boost health and morale, noting past crowds at Rife’s pond and Rubber Ice and urging community planning for a rink this winter. The piece, signed M. Jordan from the Class of ’31, reflects on aging perspectives and social roles.
The writer notes reluctance to call it a war but says the Manchurian incident resembles one with fighting in zero weather, heavy cannon bombardments, and air attacks. Troops are rushed, echoing Sherman’s remark on what war entails.
A freshman reflects on life among a diverse campus. He notes teachers provoke the widest range of feelings from joy to fear and admiration. He singles out distinctive Salot teachers as especially noteworthy.
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