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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1902
Page
8
The article argues true strength comes from proper digestion and assimilation of food. It cites Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for stomach and digestion problems and includes a testimonial from W. H. Wells of Willard, North Carolina. It also advertises Dr. Pierce's Common Sense Medical Adviser available by mail for stamps.
Montana State Normal opens its sixth year with the largest enrollment yet. Dormitory space expanded with six new rooms bringing capacity to 74 female residents, dining room enlarged to seat more boarders, and a potential campus addition discussed. Two new faculty join as Dr. W C Bagley and Miss Thompson.
Washington issues instruction for oil prospecting on government land in Kintla lake region. Prospectors gain no oil rights until actual discovery. mere seepage is not enough. Legitimate prospecting requires boring with proper equipment, timber cutting allowed under supervision, and no excessive road building. The letter warns against hindering legitimate prospecting and destruction of timber.
The Baptist Church of Dillon Montana held its annual meeting on a Wednesday night. Officers elected include Deacons George B Conway and T M Lewis, Clerk Mrs F E Foote, Treasurer Mrs Edwin Norris, and Miss Florence Conway acting treasurer. The report shows strong finances with multiple categories and a balance in bank. Auditors Mars A F Graeter and D B Barron approved the accounts after inspection. A paid name prize and train service note are included.
A satirical column critiques political maneuvers between Clark and Heinze as Walter Cooper leads the Democratic campaign. It questions Charley Hartman’s role, cites Oregon official resistance to a $1500 reward for Merrill’s body, and notes India’s widow remarriage debates and a decree allowing older child widows to remarry.
Inside finish of the new High School features Tamarack wood sourced from Montana's western region. Dillon Lumber Co. supplied the fine lumber, marking the first use of Tamarack in Dillon and its surroundings, praised for superior beauty and quality.
The U S Geological Survey hydrography division with Prof E C Murphy of Cornell tested common methods for stream flow. Current meters proved most accurate, determining discharge within 1 percent in a Cornell canal and under 5 percent error for ordinary streams with less ideal conditions.
Dan Courtenay, intoxicated last Saturday, attempted to stab a Mexican. He was arrested, jailed, and brought before Police Judge Melton, pleaded guilty, and was fined twenty dollars.
The Fair Association’s sprinkler is off duty this week leaving streets dusty when wind blows. City should own a sprinkler and pumping engine to prevent dust disruption, especially during borrowed equipment shortages. Also advertises a scenic rail route via Zion and the Rockies with Salt Lake City stopovers and a prospectus for travel literature.
In Goshen Indiana a schoolteacher warned a boy that if he did not study harder he would never be elected president. The boy replied I dont expect to be Im a democrat.
An old advertisement touts Laxative Bromo-Quinins Tablets as stopping coughs and curing colds in one day. It promises no care and no pay with a nominal price.
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