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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1916
Page
1
Gifford Pinchot writes to The Tribune criticizing the Wilson administration for backing away from conservation under pressure from special interests. He notes conservation as a major issue in 1912 and references Wilson's inaugural commitment. The letter previews continuation on page six.
Crowds numbered in the tens of thousands lined Indianapolis streets to welcome Charles E. Hughes and running mate Charles K. Fairbanks. Fireworks filled the sky as factories whistles and car horns blared in a celebratory scene recorded with red fire and smoke.
Our community reels from the sudden death of a long time resident and esteemed professional. The loss shocks many and deeply affects his friends and immediate family as they face a demanding period of mourning.
Dr. Don Q. Rathbone opened a Lewistown dental office and planned to join his wife and child in Malta. While unpacking at his office on Monday September 18, a shell remained in his gun. A knee motion likely discharged it, the bullet hitting his heart and lodging in a wall, killing him near instantly. He was found the next day.
The Portland Oregonian notes a long tradition of trusting American soldiers. It says Secretary Baker preferred the word of a Mexican General over Brigadier General Bell and General Funston regarding Villa's assault on Chihuahua.
A Bozeman dispatch reports Gallatin county’s entire board of commissioners ousted by decree of Judge R Lee Ward of Helena filed in district court. Chair Charles W Overstreet and commissioners Callihan and Nelson Story Jr were found to have collected illegal fees. The ruling notes lawmakers must pass a statute to fix deficiencies in road-work law.
Hon. Vance B. Miller of Duluth spoke to a large Dillon audience at city hall in a rally that outlined support for Hughes for president and Pray for senator. He criticized Democratic policies, warned of economic danger under free trade, and urged Montana to back Republican gains in both houses. The speech lasted about two and a half hours with a patriotic program preceding and following.
The church invites parishioners to attend the Fifteenth Sunday after Trinity with services at 7 30 a m 11 a m and 7 30 p m. Church school convenes at 9 45 a m. Welcoming message encourages participation in worship.
News from Salt Lake City reports the death of John Halligan aged about 65 after a general breakdown. A long-time Lima resident and prominent Beaverhead county stockman, he left a sizable fortune and no wife. Surviving relatives include Mrs Geo Roe Lima Mrs Paul Kennedy Salt Lake City Miss Maggie Halligan Lima sister Mrs Barney Hammon Lima and brother Peter Halligan invalid. Remains to be brought to Lima for funeral Monday.
During the past week marriage licenses were issued to Phillias James Baron and Leafy Dell Peters of Lima, to Delbert James Roberts of Roberts, Idaho, and to Delores Bartlett of Menan, Idaho.
Last Sunday afternoon the funeral of Don Quincy Rathbone who shot himself near Lewistown was held from the Masonic temple. Dr H W Tilden preached with Lee H Young assisting as music and ritual services were observed at the grave. Rathbone, born Eldora Iowa May 7 1878, moved to Red Oak Iowa and served in the 51st Iowa Infantry during the Spanish American War.
Ninth Annual Beaverhead county fair awards compiled by Secretary S S Carruthers show horses dominant in premium wins. Stallion four years old first John Ewing leads standard breed trotters with S S Carruthers sweeping most divisions in stallions mares and foals. Continued on Page Five.
Oil shale near this city shows potential for multiple by products including oil gas gasoline and chemicals. Recent tests in Los Angeles claim a profitable processing method that could beat Scottish costs, suggesting commercial viability and substantial revenue from shale fields.
Wheat production in Beaverhead County is smaller than prior years due to severe winter cold and a late spring. Despite reduced acreage, ranchers are expected to earn a solid income as prices range from 1.31 to 1.40 per unit, aided by lower harvesting costs and favorable market conditions.
The Montana big game hunting season begins October 1 and runs through December 15. Deer limit is two per season, and elk harvesting is limited to one per hunter in specified counties. Snow Creek, Pryor Mountain, Gallatin, and Sun River preserves constrain hunting. all male hunters over 14 must obtain a permit. Some species are illegal to hunt including moose, bison, buffalo, caribou, antelope, beaver, and Rocky Mountain sheep.
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