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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1928
Page
6
The Che Choteau Acantha, owned by L. Jourdonnais, is described as the official paper for Teton County. It is published in Che lena Montana and entered at the post office as second class mail, with a subscription price of $2 per year in advance.
The article recalls Douglas Fairbanks delivering a serious radio address sponsored by Dodge Brothers Inc. He urged resilience, saying misfortune can become a blessing if one does not surrender. The message echoed Browning and urged perseverance through adversity.
A Montana Farmer column quotes Dr. John W. Holland on native South Pacific arrows tipped with snake venom. The piece contrasts barbarism among nations with modern warfare, noting a Japanese proverb about the tongue’s lethal reach and suggesting poisoned arrows be kept in glass cases.
Ex Governor and former U S Senator Joseph M Dixon enters the race for a Senate seat in Washington. The piece notes Montana needs a Republican voice and warns on potential risks of a Democratic president paired with Democratic senators for the state’s sheep industry and broader interests.
A Wisconsin study reports automobile driving not only promotes health but also provides arm and shoulder work and leg exertion from braking and steering in urban traffic. Modern cars require less effort than older models, yet still offer regular exercise. the piece notes nostalgia for the older car and mentions the tongue in primitive autos.
An old car known as the E. M. F. becomes humorously called Every Morning Fix, a nickname that pleased an irate motorist and gained popularity as a lively tongue twister.
Local notes from Premium Center include Mrs. William Tateman recovering at Deaconess hospital after ton sils removal in Great Falls last week. Lee and wife welcome a 10 pound boy. Henry hopes for dry weather to gauge sod work by John Deere. A preacher rescue after mud entrapment is recounted. Next Ladies Aid at Mrs. Henry Bremer on April 12. Herman Walsenga reports premium spuds grown locally.
Hallie Ferris returns to town to visit his father as he plans to work on Montana land while the recent home talent show drew a large crowd and funds for a new city hall. Oil activity attracts travelers to Dutton Banatyne and Pondera, and local folks notice mounting building projects in Collins.
Mrs. William Johnson of Spokane visits ill sister in law Halday Halberg at John Holm’s home. Mrs. Henry Freeman of Chateau visits. N Standish recovers from heart attack. Local residents travel to Great Falls and Fairfield. Aesthetic dancing class at Fairfield praised. Farm Bureau meeting at community hall with 90 attending. Walter Duwalder elected vice president. Funeral in Great Falls for Mrs. Frank Combs prompts local travel.
The Citizens State Bank of Choteau will apply May 10 1928 to the Montana treasurer for a tax deed on the N1 4 NE1 4 and SE 1 4 NE 1 4 of section 7 township 24 north range 2 west in Teton County with a due amount of 82 20. James Eckford president. First pub March 29 last April 5. Lawn tennis is popular in Afganistan with polo cricket football and billiards also played.
A concise remark notes that while credit may be due to a husband, his wife typically requires cash instead, highlighting a recurring expectation for immediate payment.
An advertisement touts Vinol a cod liver peptone iron tonic promising renewed energy and weight gain. It features a testimonial from Mrs. S. Cortese who reports gaining 18 pounds after using Vinol and praises its pleasant taste and sleep effects. The ad credits the Choteau drug Co. with distribution.
The administrator Hugh I Sherman announces to creditors and all with claims against Charles A Seiberlich deceased to file vouchers within four months after first publication. Claims must be shown at room 4 Dunn block Great Falls Montana. Dated April 3 1928. Clift and Glover attorneys for administrator. First Pub April 5 last April 26 1928.
Public notice from the U.S. Land Office at Great Falls announces a filing and publication requirement for land entry. The notice outlines applicant naming, parcel location, and deadlines for claims or objections under applicable land laws and regulations.
John Rosette of Augusta Montana filed a notice of intention to make proof to establish his homestead claim for lands in sections 20 21 township 23 north range 8 west Montana Meridian. The hearing before U S Commissioner Leo G Murphy is set for April 18 1928. Witnesses include Ross Porter Frank Rosette Jerry Sinclair and John Godwin from Montana towns listed. First Pub Mar 8 1928 last Apr 5 1928.
In the District Court of the Nineteenth Judicial District of Montana, for the county, a sheriff's sale is set on the decree of foreclosure. Parties and property details appear in the court record and sale date will be announced. This notice informs interested parties of the action and pending sale.
P B Haber as plaintiff files against Willie Max Welzel Overly Land and Mortgage Company L L Stotera Montana Pacific Oil Company Stanton Trust and Savings Bank J R Chapell defendants. Property: Lots 3 and 4 and SW quarter of NW quarter section 2 township 27 north range 5 west Montana meridian. Auction at courthouse front door Chateau MT April 7 1928 2 PM. Sheriff J L Collins. First pub Mar 15 last Apr 5.
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