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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1916
Page
8
Correspondence roundup with concise notes from Teton County reports. Readers gain quick updates on local happenings, incidents, and community affairs gathered by a team of writers.
County Agriculturist Davis visited the Farmington school last Wednesday and started a poultry club offering thoroughbred eggs at 50 cents a setting. A gopher tail contest will prize the student who shows the most tails. The Farmington Auxiliary met. many locals attended events and visits include Miss Verna Daley returning from Chateau and dances at the Royal theater. The week features horse sales, theater outings, and several community gatherings with multiple households noted.
The Fairfield Times issued its first copy last week under editor Schoensiegel of the Simms enterprise. Local visitors include Vv. T. Vance and W. J. Crittenden. Farm activity and school events draw attention as families invite neighbors to church and upcoming spelling contest.
Agawam residents host visitors from Chateau and Spring Valley. Tradesmen and locals discuss barber shop building, elevator site search, and new pool hall. Trains may reach Agawam by July 1. May notices hint at plans for Deranleau to return and build a home.
The Bole community reports multiple residents visiting Great Falls and surrounding towns on Wednesday. Church services were held in Fort Shaw. Local residents make business trips, purchase Fords, and plan meetings including the Community club on April 13.
The text notes a big chance for the Bole baseball boys at Farmers Hall on Saturday night April 15 with all invited. It mentions Mr and Mrs Bailey of Greenfield beach shopping in Bole and local visits by Ingwald Lestrud, T Y Hayes, Adeline Genger, Everett Williams, Henry Ness, and Harold Genger in Choteau over the weekend.
Department of the Interior notices Richard Earle of Chateau Montana filing three year proof to establish claim on homestead lands in sections 21 22 township 23 north range 6 west with witnesses Fearon Higgins McPhee and Cowell all of Choteau Montana before A C Warner at Choteau on May 18 1916. Register R N Sutherlin announces first publication April 12 and last May 10 1916.
The speaker argues for coordinated wildlife administration that respects state rights while boosting public benefits. Areas suitable for both game and domestic stock should be stocked, with intelligent spatial and quantitative distribution to prevent overstocking and ensure forage. A new legislative framework would enable sound, resourceful wildlife management without harming economic development.
A speaker argues for a central elk herd across the Yellowstone region to balance winter feed, hunting use, and restocking needs. He warns against laissez faire, citing 50 000 elk and the risk of overstocking ranges, while stressing federal authority, interstate management, and the impact on local development. He promises continuation next week.
Grain Valley Herald notes an antique sale bill from Pike County Montana listing chained oxen, enslaved people, and other commodities for public sale on September 29, 1846. The document contrasts with modern sale bills and mocks today’s social norms while recalling racism embedded in historical era.
The text notes T. R. West In dies hosts and their hospitality, mentions Tom Edison fishing in Florida with "magic bait," and reflects on political commentary about Wilson. It contrasts ready war avoidance with prewar preparedness and hints at public sentiment and intellect.
Reporters quote Colonel Edward M. House admitting to a reporter that it is a fine day. He observes that a man’s conversation may seem empty when he is full, illustrating a curious remark about talk and restraint.
Alfred Nelson of Power Montana filed notice of intention to make three year proof to establish claim to lands described in his homestead entries in sections 2 3 township 23 north range 2 west Montana meridian. Proof set for May 16 1926 before Register and Receiver U S Land Office Great Falls Montana witnesses James Teenyes Upton Beck Charles Johnson Christ Hagness of Power and Dutton Montana delivered first publication April 12 and last May 10 1926
An editor laments Cupid as a slick fellow, noting he has long been put out of the running. The remark frames romantic schemes as a humorous editorial stance.
The colonel states he will not seek the nomination. He implies he would claim the nomination if he desired it, but he chooses not to pursue it at this time.
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