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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1940
Page
1
A reader rails at General Hugh Johnson over Congress funding agricultural payments beyond his view of propriety. The column argues agriculture cannot be sustained by an army and criticizes New Deal industrial boom myths. It denounces inflation, government debt, and pressure on farmers and insurers amid economic strain.
The article argues that large corporations swallow small farms through aggressive buying and policies, creating regional agricultural empires. It claims eight years show a startling awakening by leaders, yet many farmers faced ruin, suicide, and broken homes, with no party spared in blame.
The author thanks readers for enjoying the column and notes there is little real merit in their writing. An hour chat with neighbors over the fence would not spark world changing ideas, yet the fellowship and good will remain a pleasant byproduct of the column.
The note suggests many people doubt the speaker under their name while others mock the writer. The author mentions skipping writings from various folks when pressed for time but warns those who dislike their star to vent to someone more willing to listen.
One of Chateau’s largest services honored Guy Gulbrandsen 21 of Pendray at the Methodist church. Missoula university honor student died of pneumonia and heart trouble. Burial in Chateau Cemetery. Pallbearers named. Survived by his parents and brother Robert.
Former sheriff J L Billings files suit against Teton County to recover 2181.05 plus interest for salary from December 21 1939 until payment. Attorneys Speer and Hoffman of Great Falls represent him. Case hinges on salary during contested election. trial expected later.
The Chateau Golf and Country club elected officers last Friday at the Post Tavern. President Bob Reickhoff, Vice-President R F Baillie, Secretary Wm Olson, Directors Henry Robison Clarence Looney Denzil McDonald. The clubhouse will have a full-time staffer during summer and will stay open. A mixed foursome will begin when weather permits inviting prospective members.
At a last Wednesday meeting the Chateau Municipal Band elected Manager Billie Baillie Secretary June Curtis Treasurer John Nordhagen Librarian C O Edwards and Director Dr C W Boussard. A Monday evening rehearsal schedule is planned at the courthouse with weekly practice as arrangements are set.
The speaker says he admires a man who disagrees and recalls Al Udin calling his writing rotten yet declaring him a square shooter. The exchange ends with mutual respect despite political differences.
A heavy storm last night dumped rain and wet snow while temperatures plunged to 12 below, upsetting early field work but signaling a favorable upcoming growing season as moisture content remains substantial. Daily readings show April 4 through April 10 with highs from 44 to 60 and lows from 12 to 29.
At a regular school board meeting, the resignation of A B Guthrie as Teton county high school superintendent after 20 years was accepted. Harold Boyd was named successor, bringing years of Nashua School District leadership and Iowa education background to the post.
Town leaders express appreciation after a radio tribute on Columbia network. Mayor Sturgis of Choteau Mont sent a telegram to Mayor Bowes of Great Falls thanking him for the salute and tribute to vacation facilities, receiving a courteous reply dated April 5 1940 noting gratitude and intent to pass the message to Chrysler Corp.
The Teton county Sportsmen's Association will hold a 8 p m meeting at the courthouse with many members and non members expected. Topics include recommendations to the state fish and game commission for dates set for a big game hunting season this year.
Public invited to Chateau Woman's Club meeting next Tuesday April 16 at the grade school auditorium for the one act farce Fourteen by Alice Gerstenberg. Local cast includes Mrs Pringle Mary Chorpening Elaine daughter Marian Nett Dunham maid Dorothy Boussard with Marian Nett directing and Lucille Baillie handling props. A color film on beautifying lawns and gardens by John Feiden of Great Falls will follow. No admission charge. Meeting begins 3 PM chaired by Mrs George A Carroll. program to follow and refreshments served.
The Chamber of Commerce at city hall formed committees to arrange a July 4th event featuring horse racing on the new track, roller skating, dancing, and a carnival. A request from Southland Camps for a 125 person school trip stop next summer was approved for camping facilities. The group has 47 paid members with a goal of broad business representation to strengthen civic influence.
The Chateau Lions club discussed plans for the annual charter night to be held May 14, the club's anniversary date. Committees were set to handle events and zone five and six clubs will be invited. A. B. Guthrie chaired the program after the banquet and introduced Irshal Davis who showcased three high school musicians Terry Tennant Billy Baillie Hatfield Rosengr en for state music festival at Missoula. J. E. Nelson sold raffle tickets on Ace Powell saddle horse to raise funds for painting the swimming pool.
Chateau held a calm school election last Saturday with 22 ballots cast. Carl Wedum won a three year term and Bill Olson a two year term, both filling appointive terms. E. R. ONeill was elected to a three year term as a new board member.
Attorney B I Packer will discuss Montana inheritance laws at Home Demonstration meetings in April and May. Sessions happen April 16 Farmington Hall, April 19 Bynum Methodist Church, April 22 Dutton, April 28 Greenfield Hall, April 30 Power, and May 7 Bolle Hall.
Choteau business houses start nine weeks of trade days offering 200 dollars in cash prizes. Tickets with each one dollar purchase or one dollar on account, weekly drawings on Saturdays at 3 30 p m, first prize ten dollars, second five dollars, grand prize eighty dollars on June fifteen.
The Chateau museum committee met to plan for the coming year and to determine a funding method. Last year the treasury had 1.45 and 361.00 in receipts from business houses with expenses totaling 261.55. They aim to raise 350.60 this year and will ask local business men for contributions next week. From June 1 opening to Sept 25 1200 visitors were registered with over 600 from out of state in 36 states four Canadian provinces and five foreign countries. Ace Powell and his wife run the museum and are credited with strong volunteer support.
Cha teau Post No. 6 of the American Legion elected Bert I. Packer and Jerry Breen as delegates to the district convention in Fort Benton on May 4. The post also voiced unanimous support for the Dies Committee and instructed the adjutant to inform Representative Dies and Montana lawmakers, urging funding for the committee's work.
The Chateau Woman's club convenes Tuesday April 16 at 3 p m in the public school auditorium to elect officers for the coming year. A one act play Fourteen will be presented by the Little Theatre group. The Fairfield Woman's club has been invited to attend the posting.
A Sunday night blaze destroyed a log house adjoining Mr. and Mrs. Will Baker near Claude and spread to the nearby residence. Loss estimated around 2500 dollars. Firefighters and neighbors helped salvage furniture before both structures burned. The Bakers plan to rebuild or relocate a house on the premises.
Hospital notes report multiple admissions and discharges. Dismissals include Tim Cook and a July birth to Andrew and Gray of Augusta. Other items mention appendicitis surgery for Donald Corbett and tonsillectomies for Lou Ann Prater and James Brewster. A baby girl was born to Ray Hanberg and wife at Bynum.
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