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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1939
Page
2
The tourist advertising committee plans a drive to boost Chateau as a tourism center. Business and professional men are urged to cooperate morally and financially, with residents invited to offer suggestions for a program that could turn tourism into a major Montana revenue source.
A nationwide plan begins May 22 to dispose of a record amount of cotton goods through store drives and National Cotton Week. Growers and merchants push advertising and displays to keep cotton top of mind as the fibre of American prosperity amid low prices and shrinking demand.
Harry Hendricks 61 longtime Helena postmaster died last week after a brief illness. He drew state notice by defeating then Congressman Jerry O Connell in two removal attempts. Postmaster James Farley blocked O Connell's bid to remove him and Hendricks was cleared of pernicious political activity charges.
Three spawn taking stations in the Madison river area have begun gathering trout eggs due to favorable weather conditions. State official John W. Schofield says operations are about 15 days ahead of last year and the 3,000,000 Rainbow eggs likely will be exceeded this season.
Dr W L Strunk of Luther College reflects on spring's arrival across the nation. He notes maple sugaring, bluebirds returning, waterfowl migrations, conifer seeds opening, and widespread courting among mammals and birds. He vivid describes wood anemone hepatica trillium and the coming blooms, ending with daffodils thrushes dogwood lilac and bees in the grasses.
Lee Simpson awaiting state supreme court review after conviction for first degree murder in the shooting of Arthur Buford deputy sheriff of Golden Valley county last April. He had written down 16 names of intended victims and faces charges for two additional farm youth killings.
The ninth meeting was held March 28 1939 at 6 30 pm with all members present. Dorothy Swenson spoke about a trip to Chicago and Greta Bush shared manners tips. Next meeting set for Gronberg's. Donna Faye Dauwalder, Club Reporter.
Pursuant to an order at a March 13 meeting in Helena the Southwest one-fourth of Section 3 Township 24 Range 5 West of Spring Creek is permanently closed to all fishing. State Fish and Game Department By B L Price, chairman J A Weaver, secretary.
Obituaries report Alexander Truchot and Mrs. Clarence Gilke dying of influenza with survivors listed. City officials pledge Clean Up Week. Car-train collision near Fairfield claims three lives. Roy Lackey dies at 33. Montana oil firms formed in two coops. rancher Herman Stoffler dies. Plane crash near Dupuyer yields no injuries. Blizzard‑related road blockings and Arnold Hanusa named deputy county clerk.
Henry A Hodgskiss of Chateau Montana filed notice to prove up his Addition al Stockraising Homestead entry from 1934 for sections 21 and 22 in township 22 north range 8 west near Fairfield Montana. The hearing before U S Commissioner Fred Schoensigel is set for April 8 1939 with witnesses Oscar Carlson Jeremiah Sinclair W N Simopn and A P Brutosky all of Choteau.
The Early Bird Breakfast Club met at Hagel Bleecker's on March 33 with all but Iva Rada present and one visitor Ruth Jones. The program on fruits urged daily serving, two fruits per member for breakfast, and Amy Lee reviewed food preparation books. Plans for lunch at the spring rally in April were made, after which the group sang America and shared riddles. A food sale on March 18 raised 3.92 dollars. The next meeting will be at Amy Lee's. The spring rally at Chateau High School on April featured programs, games, dancing, and a late meal at 19:45 enjoyed by all.
Reserve District No 9 report shows assets totaling 649679.52 with loans 36722 over drafts and U S Government obligations listed. The liability side records total deposits 671627.12 and capital accounts 878052.40, with bank officers F C Barribal and board directors attesting to accuracy and notary George Coffey confirming sworn on April 1 1939.
In the Ninth Judicial District of Montana Teton County notice of probate for the will of Fred E. Van Horn deceased. The court sets April 14 1939 at 10:00 A M in Chateau for proving the will and for Gloria Van Horn to obtain Letters Testamentary. Interested parties may appear to contest. Dated March 16 1939 H M Daley Clerk Church and Jardine Great Falls Montana pub three times March 23 30 April 6
Administratrix Delja Vans announces creditors and others with claims against the estate of Paul Sehuls deceased must file within four months after first publication. Address for filing is Libby Montana Lincoln County Montana. Dated March 1939 by administrator Delja Vans. M D Rowland attorney for petitioner. Published in March 18 notice.
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