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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1924
Page
12
Mrs. Lewis Trombley of Sharon Vermont credits Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with stopping pains feeling weak and run down after reading an advertisement. She says the product has helped her in every way and she keeps it on hand at all times. She recommends it to others.
MapeL Harts Mann of 1824 Greene Ave Brooklyn testifies to long back and side pains and work disruption. After trying Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound from the third bottle she recovers and looks healthier. She encourages others to believe in the medicine and try it.
A merry tale shows King Haa kon of Denmark in the Independent kingdom of Nor way, where at a party a gentleman picked up the king's handkerchief. The king thanks him, noting he cannot afford to lose it as it is the only thing allowing him to poke his nose into affairs.
An advertisement asserts that using Red Cross Ball Blue in laundry prevents rust spots caused by inferior bluing and invites readers to try the product.
A humorous cartoon caption frames Kriss Miss Swift as the most economical girl, with a judge praising her ability to make a kiss last longer than others. The exchange plays on economical wit and affectionate banter.
A cautionary note urges avoiding ventures beyond one’s financial means. It emphasizes not risking debt or investments that exceed income and recommends prudent budgeting and risk awareness.
Tacoma reader Mrs. Bessie B. Ronald describes weakness and coughing from feminine illness and poor appetite. She credits Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery with restoring strength and health, and mentions availability of tablets and liquid through dealers with a 10 cent trial offer.
Mrs C P Tapley of Washington describes severe skin damage from harsh soap. She used Resinol Ointment and Resinol Soap, reporting pain relief within hours and a night of marked skin improvement, leading to softer, fairer skin.
John L Corkran arrived from Maryland in 1900 at age 20 with 45 dollars to start a Montana farm near Sidney. Over years he built 800 acres, raised wheat flax oats and corn, added hogs and cattle, and turned a significant income, making the Corkrans a county show place with two sons in Sidney high school.
Montana's exhibit at the Pacific Northwest Hay and Grain Show in Portland on November 18, 1924 will be led by I J Jenson of Montana State College. The show, formed from earlier fairs, attracts top Western entrants with samples must be bushel entries and show field quality grain threshed and cleaned, with Montana healthily increasing its representation and potential prizes.
In August 8,183 head of cattle were tested for tuberculosis in Montana, bringing total tested cattle to 247,667 and total tested herds to 17,309. The tuberculosis eradication program is directed by Dr. W. J. Butler of the State Live Stock Sanitary Board and J. W. Murdoch of the U S Bureau of Animal Industry.
A report warns that weed seeds in grain seed could impart an undesirable odor to dairy products. Researchers study seed contamination and its impact on milk and cheese flavor.
Wheat threshing reports indicate the 1924 crop in Roosevelt County and surrounding areas is the largest yet, with estimates from 1,000,000 to 1,200,000 bushels and yields averaging at least 20 bushels per acre. J W Schnitzler of Froid expects 100,000 bushels from his No 1 hard crop, while beans show mixed yields. Farm Bureau Shipping reports Prairie county sent two cars with 207 hogs and nine carloads of sheep eastward, with buyers active locally.
The first trainload of Montana grown flax, 15 cars totaling 1,184,720 pounds valued at over 60,000 dollars, left Hardin Oct 2 headed to Portland via Billings and the Great Northern. The Campbell Farming corporation grew it near Hardin and ships to the Portland Linseed Oil company.
County Agent FP EF MacSpadden says Cascade county will have at least one carload of turkeys for Thanksgiving and two for Christmas with strong demand from eastern buyers. He notes Montana turkeys are in demand and most county output will be sold to the highest bidder.
C D Terrett and Juan Terrett of Bradenburg in Powder River county report seven acres of Liscombalfalfa seed with potential to yield up to six bushels per acre. With a few more good days they expect 75 additional acres. They have had no seed for six years, though ten years ago they produced 860 bushels.
Growers in Custer County organize to handle and market registered alfalfa seed. They plan to contract with firms for cleaning and grading seed and to discuss uniform bags and a trade-mark at future meetings.
H F DePue Richland county agricultural agent and corn expert predicts seed corn may cost six to seven dollars per bushel next spring He asserts Richland county corn is superior to Iowa despite the price outlook based on a recent trip his remark.
Ashley county north of Winnett again yields an enormous bean crop with 800 acres planted this year. Last year the county shipped hundreds of bushels during winter months as harvest continues and thresher work approaches.
Forty two head of full blood Guernsey cattle arrived in Fairview at the lower end of the Lower Yellowstone irrigation project on October 7 from Wisconsin. The Agricultural Credit corporation arranged the shipment and distributed the cattle in small lots to farmers who had prior applications. A dairy cattle expert from Wisconsin assisted in the purchase for the Agricultural Credit corporation.
After 45 days of drought over eastern Montana the Sidney region received a half inch rainfall on Oct 4 breaking the dry spell. Farmers plan to resume mowing now that soil moisture has improved, ending delays caused by prior dryness.
Dr. Fr. M. Nelson of the Montana sanitary board reports in Forsyth a survey of 93 dairy herds, from two to 60 cows, testing all herds selling milk or cream in Forsyth and vicinity found no infected cows. He tested every herd supplying individuals or creameries.
Nine thousand one hundred sheep from Redwater country west of Sidney arrived for winter feeding. Reports say twice that many more will follow. Sheep are divided into small bands and fed at farms scattered throughout the valley.
A. J. Krieger reports 25 acres of peas on the Krueger and Menge ranch south of Red Lodge produced 1 010 bushels at about 40 bushels per acre. Under contract with Great Western Seed at 8 cents per pound the crop should bring roughly $1 018 in total proceeds.
Bean growing has become an important farm practice in Lonetree Beach Blaine County. A carload of beans is expected to be harvested and marketed from this community this fall.
Gilmore Nix Wagner and LaValle loaded nine ears of cattle that started east on October 2. The cargo included prime steers and better range heifers, with the remainder consisting of fat yearlings and cows in good condition.
The nation achieved a production record of one thousand pounds of whole milk for every person. It relies on nearly 27 million cows yielding about 4 260 pounds per cow across dairy farms.
In a Hull House Chicago talk, Jane Addams criticizes complacent cooks. She recalls a novice who baked Scotch shortbread and, after a boy ran an errand, received a piece of shortbread with apple butter as a reward. The boy later returned with the board portion, saying thanks for the apple butter.
For years druggists note Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root kidney liver and bladder medicine. A physician s prescription strengthening medicine helps kidneys liver and bladder perform nature s work. Sold by all druggists on merit. Send ten cents for a sample bottle and mention this paper.
Snowshoe rabbits have become unpopular with northern Minnesota residents as they devastate young conifers and broadleaf saplings. The animals strip tips and needles from pine, spruce, aspen, and maple seedlings, and gnaw bark at the base on trees over three feet tall. One plantation suffered 70 percent damage and 43 percent probable fatal damage.
Advertisement touts Cuticura for itching scalp and dandruff. Suggests rubbing ointment on spots, then washing with Cuticura Soap and hot water. Recommends daily use to achieve clear skin and soft hands.
Eight Rhodesian prospectors camped overnight in freezing conditions at a forfeited gold claim to be first to erect the discovery notice, amid a keen rush for gold.
The Kansas City Star notes a fatal street incident in which a man died after being run over. The article conveys ambiguity about whether the death was natural or caused by the collision, emphasizing the street accident context.
A reflection on how all men value those who laugh at their humor. The observation notes social approval and personal esteem tied to shared amusement and perception of wit.
London Tit-Bits reports several new seaborne aircraft types for naval use. A scout carries four, a larger two‑motor craft seats five, and a six‑crew, multiengine giant is built for extended sea patrols. Each design includes a small light lifeboat fitting along the hull to avoid air resistance during flight.
The Trade Record of the National City Bank of New York notes U S imports from 20 western hemisphere countries and colonies opposite the United States tripled since World War I. In fiscal year 1924 imports reached about 1,000,000,000 dollars versus 712,000,000 in 1924 and 235,000,000 a decade earlier.
The war makes table linen highly valuable and recommends Red Cross Ball Blue to improve wearing quality. Use it and see. Advertisement from grocers.
The Riga Veda is cited as the oldest book in the world, existing as a complete text about 1500 years before Christ.
A world map shows about 67 million square miles of land and 140 million square miles of water, illustrating the earth’s expansive terrains and oceans in simple geographic terms.
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