County Commissioners Meet. Oct 6 1919 Proceedings
The Board of County Commissioners met in regular session on October 6 1919 at 9 a.m. with McKnight Shaw Best and Vera M. Baker. Minutes approved. Reports from County Poor Farm Treasurer and Health Bond approved. Dell Precinct 5 electors seek Nicholia Precinct 24. decision deferred to Nov 3. Resignations and road matters discussed. cemetery relocation approved. payroll and claims audited.
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Board of County Commissioners
A.m
D. D. McKnight
J. E. Shaw
O. M. Best
Vera M. Baker
Dr. M. Poindexter
Big Hole
Horse Prairie
A. S. Beardsley
Lima
Leo H. Truax
K. L. Poindexter
Dillon
Hans Anderson Et al
Carter Creek
J. O. Melton
Beiverhead Road
John Peterson Et al
Armstead
Gilmore & Pittsburg
Rife & Stinson
Ernest Orr
Mountain View
Gilbert
Tribune Publishing Co
Georgia Mathews
W. F. Gashmore
Fred Rife
K. Wyman
A. E. Chantry
Eassecemees
Light-Poling New Pastime Draws Dillon Sport Lovers
The article describes Light-poling as a costly new indoor game that remains popular among Dillon residents despite high prices. It notes the emotional arc of players from tense anticipation to triumphant or costly outcomes and mentions strategic tagging by opponents during play.
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Dillon
Halloween Parties Liven Week Across Towns
Ghosts and goblins filled Halloween week with parties and eerie decor. Dart hall hosted a dance by Misses Pearl Yost and Esther Stahl while high school and Normal college events featured classes, tableaux, prizes, and dancing as students celebrated the holiday.
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Hallowe’en
Dart Hall
Pearl Yost
Esther Stahl
Spook-Land
Normal College
Unseasonable October Freeze Hits Montana With Snow
Over the past week Montana recorded temperatures two to four degrees below zero, a October record for the state. About eight inches of snow fell with more expected, and mountain snow depth surpassed last winter. A snow plow cleared sidewalks and gutters to prevent water runoff during a thaw. Robert Bidstrup and Clayton Schuler returned Sunday from a cattle buying trip on the Salmon River country.
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Montana
Robert Bidstrup
Clayton Schuler
Salmon River
New Game Teaches Caution With Auto Lamps and Banknotes
An attendant recalls the starter before the umpire as the player enters the final phase of the play. The participant greets the judge and fondles bank notes from the R pocket, signaling months of saving. Experts warn charges may be high, and all that is needed for the new game is an automobile and a disregard for lamp posts.
Are We 100 Per Cent American
A Dillon Legion meeting decries misreading of the organization as a mere ex service club. The discussion centers on Armistice day plans, national spirit and Americanism, with a shift to an all evening municipal program and no drills or bands. The Red Cross aids the adjusted plan, and a citywide thank you resolution is urged. The group remains homeless while seeking quarters and extends a week for further word.
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Dillon
American Legion
Legion
Red Cross
Washington
Valley Forge
Committee On Quarters
Legion Seeks City Hall Club Rooms And Winter Skating Rink
A delegation plans to press the council for Legion quarters in City Hall to boost community life. Discussion covered a municipal skating rink in winter with season tickets for adults and students, nonmember admission, and a committee to study details, including donation of ground water and lights.
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Council
Legion
The
Beaverhead High Fights Hard in Narrow Loss
Beaverhead High football lost 6-0 to Butte Central but staged a strong showing that surprised the favored team which won 20-0 earlier in the season. Coach Knudson drills the squad as they prep for next Saturday away at Anaconda in a anticipated close clash.
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Beaverhead County
Butte Central High
Knudson
Anaconda
Hunters Stake Claim On Medicine Lodge Deer
Two Dillon hunters trek the Medicine Lodge district following fresh tracks in deep snow. After hours of toiling they pause to smoke, then spot two deer advancing. A rapid volley drives them off, and two more deer emerge from the thickets as the men reload and take aim.
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Dillon
Medicine Lodge
Court Races to Finish Tax Assessment Books
The county court accelerates work on tax books after House Bills 30 80 and 380 changed the system. A two shift schedule at the courthouse addresses delays from new classifications and 20 percent stock cattle valuations to finish by turnover to the county treasurer.
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Court House
State Board of Equalization
Coury
Board of Equalization
State Board
U. S
Telegraph
Ferris Family Guests In Dillon From Leadore
Mr and Mrs Ed Ferris and their children of Leadore Idaho are visiting relatives in Dillon for a stay.
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Ed. Ferris
Leadore
Idaho
Dillon
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Sam Ditty
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J. E. David
T. E. Gilbert
Frank Nelson
A. A. Kenison
Wm. Blomstrom
F. D. Willis
J. H. Brundage
Hughes & McCaleb
Amelia Ruffner
Ella Plant
Taylor Electric Shop
P. E. Poindexter
H. J. Bostwick
Clarke Chemical Co
Union Electric Co
Dillon Implement Co
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Sapscadeonsede
Westen Wholesale Co
Commissioners
Stephan & J. Ryburn
A. Potts
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McKee Printing Co
SUPP
E. Sutherland
Catherine Willis
E. Lubben
Julius Thuesen
L. M. Anderson
Chas. Perry
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