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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1920
Page
1
A Dillon trio's hunting season tale unfolds as two veterans abandon the zeal for big game while a third lifelong hunter embraces comfort. The rookie endures a grueling initiation, while the others revel in indulgence, only to be surprised by a later turn in the pursuit.
County Clerk Vera M. Baker notes slogans urging early voting and explains that most voters are undecided on constitutional amendments and measures. Absent ballots total over 116 requests with more than 40 returned, and polling places across precincts are listed with locations from Red Star garage to Metlen hotel and beyond.
Joseph English about 50 died after heart failure found in a dying condition on Bannack street. He was taken to Curtis hospital and treated Monday evening. He had worked on sheep ranches in the valley and lately stayed in a local lodging house. Body taken to Brundage parlors, relatives unavailable. Funeral held Wednesday at 10 from St. Rose Catholic church with Father Foley officiating. interment at Mountain View cemetery.
The notice argues against attacks on Dan Mooney, Republican sheriff candidate, outlining Prohibition basics. It explains that liquor in homes or transport is legal, while introducing, selling, or manufacturing liquor is illegal, and that proof beyond a reasonable doubt with admissible evidence is required for prosecutions.
A Beaverhead County court and sheriff’s records review lauds Deputy Dan Mooney for aggressive enforcement of Prohibition and gambling laws. The notice cites more liquor searches and convictions than any county except Silver Bow, plus 21 gambling convictions and four pending cases. Voters are urged to trust the sheriff’s office and report alleged violations.
Miss Frankie Andrus, a popular city member, married Clarence L Corrin of Dillon at St James Episcopal Church Saturday afternoon. Rev T W Bennett performed the ceremony with attendants Barbara Andrus and Elmer Woodside. The couple departed for a short honeymoon and will reside in Dillon.
The Presbyterian Missionary Society will meet this Friday afternoon with Mrs. G. R. Featherly in attendance.
Sunday school at 10 with H D Gowen as superintendent. Morning worship at 11 on the theme Peace. Evening worship at 7 30 with Lovest Thou Me. Midweek meeting topic The Great Commission Matt 28 18 49 and 20. Memory verses The Beatitudes.
The funeral of M. Washio, a Japanese man who died in last week’s cleaning establishment fire, was held Saturday afternoon with Rev. Bennett of the Episcopal church officiating. Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Rife and their daughter drove from their Horse Prairie ranch to Dillon on Monday.
William T. Hayward a longtime Tribune employee and Dillon native was shot and killed at about 5 oclock at the Galt hotel in St Joseph Missouri. John Sanders and Charles Whitlock were briefly detained as investigators probed a possible old grudge. The body will be buried after a coroner s inquest.
The board of trustees of School District 10 calls a special election at the Public school building on Saturday afternoon October 30. Voters are asked to approve a $75 000 bond to complete and equip the primary school building now under construction.
Miss Nina Nash Mrs Etta Metzel Mrs Roy Gilbert and Miss Jean Bishop represent the Good Government club at the Federation of Women's Clubs Second district in Whitehall. Lucy Carson delivered a fine address on teacher shortage. No meeting next Tuesday due to elections.
Enthusiastic Republican campaign events sweep through Lakeview Monida Dell Grant Polaris Dillon Wise River Jackson Apex Armstead and Lima with speakers Harry Wilson Judge Reynolds John G. Brown and W J McCormick. Music by Sunset Orchestra accompanies each meeting followed by social hours and dancing in Dillon.
Beaverhead post leaders plan Armistice Day events to mark the second anniversary of World War cessation. A street parade led by the post band, uniformed service men, Red Cross units, and Boy Scouts are expected. a patriotic address and a Victory medal retreat may be included. A dinner hosted by the Women’s Auxiliary is set, followed by fireworks and a city hall dance. Ex-service men are asked to contact Adjutant J. C. Faller.
A pre election service will be held at the Methodist church Sunday evening at 7 30. A few citizens will discuss Christian Influence of Woman's Vote the church and Municipal Dillon and Relation of the Church to Dillon's Educational Interests. National and patriotic songs will be used. This will be a profitable service to the general public. Let all attend.
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