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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1928
Page
6
This remembers humorous quotes about whiskey and salon jokes from Missouri men and miners, plus notes on the new Odd Fellows hall at Bannack and Idaho streets under construction. It mentions McIntosh rain coats seen after wet weather and a Baptist fair with cash receipts of about 350 dollars, silk quilt near half.
The Tribune notes 58 students enrolled at the Normal college. Tom Mulaney visited Anaconda for the silver Republican convention while Mr. and Mrs. George Metlen were there for the Democratic convention. Dillon brass band members show new red coated uniforms.
Mr and Mrs Earl Wheat returned to Dillon Sunday after spending their honeymoon in Salt Lake City. Wilbur Wright achieved another aviation triumph flying 61 miles in an hour 31 minutes.
W K Hall transfers 640 acres in Axes Canyon to Charles Wilson. Charles W Kohl sells Lot 6 Block 2 Barnett's Dillon addition to Samuel Ford. Lottie S Kimmel conveys Armstead Montana property to Sophia Guyaz. Malcolm McInnis transfers 5260 acres in Big Hole basin to E E Barnett. Thomas M Smith conveys Beaverhead county homestead survey 4738 two 7 S R 15 W on Big Hole river 159.09 acres. Power of Attorney from H K Barnett to J C Williams. Amended Location Nancy Ann lode mining claim Vipond district Beaverhead county by Ralph Free.
W H Howard of Lecompton Kansas found a four feet four inches long cucumber shaped like a snake while seeking an entry for the local fair. He won two first prizes with this remarkable vegetable.
The Almanach de Gotha, first issued in 1763, provides genealogical details on European sovereign houses, mediatized German families, and many princely ducal houses not sovereign. It also contains information about administrators and statistics on major world political divisions.
The piece discusses the call of Abraham as a metaphor for a vocation to leave home and family to advance righteousness. It reflects on obedience, faith, and the sense of commission guiding a believer to a foreign land and a greater divine purpose.
The ensign was the lowest officer rank in the Revolutionary army and the British army, tasked with carrying regimental colors. It has been abolished. the army’s lowest commissioned officer rank is now second lieutenant while in the navy ensign remains the lowest commissioned officer rank.
A lighthearted note from the Exchange reflects on a popular young couple overwhelmed by the abundance of wedding presents. The remark suggests the generosity creates difficulty in finding space to store the gifts.
A brief note discusses the belief that copper supports the body’s systems and suggests people may seek more copper to balance health. It frames copper intake as a common concern and hints at monetary wordplay with cents.
Rev W L Wade warns Montanans to scrutinize all proposals to modify the Volstead act amid Democratic drive for changes. The article criticizes Senator Robinson for not stating his position on Governor Smith’s record or how he would vote on a senate tie. It argues his speech aimed to ally dry voters in the South with wet Democrats in the North and questions presidential influence on enforcement.
The passage notes that Raphael is quoted describing Francia's Madonnas as the most devoutly beautiful of any he knew. It highlights the Renaissance esteem for Francia's sacred images and Raphael's high regard for their beauty and devotion.
Aunt Emmy and Mrs Burt discuss the Slade sisters who must manage a large inheritance. They debate whether women handle money well, noting widows faced financial risks and arguing that prudent and foolish women exist in equal measure.
In 1875 Dr. Caldwell rejected harsh purges and developed a mild liquid laxative. The 1892 Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin was sold in stores as a safe bowel stimulant for women, children and the elderly. It claimed relief from headaches biliousness indigestion and more. Free trial bottle offered by mail.
Aunt Emmy remarks on women's spending risks and the family urges cautious finances. The Slade girls arrive after a finance lesson at the Trust Company, learning money basics to avoid trouble and keep buying pretty things. Molly supports slow spending.
The Montana Secretary of State certifies a 1928 act proposing to submit to voters at the next general election an amendment to Section 4 of Article XVI. It would divide counties into three commissioner districts, elect three commissioners for six-year terms, set district boundaries, and provide for district-based vacancies and boundary changes with safeguards. Separate ballots specify For or Against the amendment.
Lord Marley speaks on tolerance as reverence for all truth and the many colors of belief. He argues acceptance of diverse conscience against rigid dictates, urging charity beyond faith and hope.
Sloop of war Ranger under John Paul Jones sailed into the bay of Biscay near Quiberon France on February 14 1778 and was greeted by a salute from a nearby ship marking the first recorded sighting and salute of the Stars and Stripes in foreign waters.
Workmen digging sixty feet underground in Oakland California uncovered remains of an ancient forest in the earliest petrifaction stage. The wood was soft enough to crush in the hand yet visibly turning to stone.
An unusual site near Umanak Greenland claims the northernmost garden in the world. The small plot survives in harsh conditions showcasing resilient plant life despite Arctic cold and wind. Local researchers note the site as a symbol of extreme gardening in polar environments.
The Beaverhead County Montana School District No 10 seeks 300 tons of coal delivered to district school houses. Bids must be in the clerk P Bulger by 3 PM September 15 1928. First publication July 18 1928.
Guardian Edith Gray Halm will sell at private sale for cash a one half interest of Nellie Gray, minor, in Dillon Beaverhead County Montana property on Thomson Avenue. Bids may be filed at John Collins law offices once published, sale after September 20 1928 or when bids suffice. First publication August 30 1928.
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