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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1971
Page
1
The Chateau Red Cross blood draw produced 94 pints, among the largest in the town’s history. This marks two consecutive drawings over 90 pints, with 258 pints counted for the fiscal year and 63 over quota. Donors included Bob Armstrong and John J. Waldner, with many first time donors from Chateau High School seniors and various colonies.
John H. Eberl 75 lifelong Augusta resident died April 24 after a prolonged illness. Banks Funeral Home directed services at Augusta Community Church with burial in Augusta Cemetery. Survivors include Lyla Barrett Eberl widow five sisters and several nieces and nephews with one brother preceded in death.
Ricks College Valhalla International Folk Dancers from Rexburg Idaho perform in Choteau at the L D Cultural Hall on Saturday May 8 at 8 pm Their program features dances representing American jazz western island Philippines and Polish Russian and Israeli festivals The 26 members under Professor Robert Oliphant and Professor Charles West tour Northwestern United States Canada and Mexico Admission 150 for adults 75c for students 5 for families and preschoolers free
Choteau and Fairfield bowlers meet in the annual all star bowl off Friday night with evenly matched lineups. The Choteau women average 818 to Fairfield 798, while Fairfield men lead A team 891 to Choteau 883 and Fairfield B 854 to Choteau 851.
County Heart Fund chairman Mrs. C. W. Boussard reports final drive results show Fairfield gave 391.50 and the county total reached 22,068.60 plus 279.08 in memorials. The Montana Heart Association meeting is May 7-8 in Missoula with Dr. John W. Vester speaker on obesity and nutrition.
Winners of the Bridge for Heart tournament were announced this week by Mrs. John Nesbit. First place in the couples event went to Dr. and Mrs. C. W. Boussard with 23 660 points, followed by Mr. and Mrs. Tom McCartney with 21 720. First in the Afternoon Group was Mrs. George Coffey and Mrs. John Nordhagen with 22 690, second went to Mrs. John Dunckel and Bert Meadows with 16 810. Evening Group I winners were Mrs. Robert Sherman and Mrs. Leif Larsen with 12 620, second Syd Kelly and Mrs. Marc Johnson with 10 630. Evening Group II saw Mrs. Lyle Martin and Mrs. Harvey Thronson win 17 350, second Mrs. Jim Hamilton and Mrs. John Nordhagen with 11 490. Nesbit thanked participants and announced proceeds go to the Heart Fund.
Five Chateau girls competed in a Business Skills contest at Shelby last Saturday against 40 competitors from seven schools. Marlene Snodgrass and Jennie Bouma tied for first in bookkeeping, Caroline Scott finished second in typing, and Jeannine Hamilton placed third in typing. Trophies were awarded for first and second, plaques for third. Mrs. L. C. Burns accompanied the group.
Three Chateau High School juniors John Reed Andrew Jordan and Russell Swanson were chosen as delegates to the American Legion Boys State set for June 6 to 12 at Western Montana College in Dillon with John Nordhagen as an alternate. Delegates are sponsored by C James Smith Post No 6 and Chateau Lions Club. Boy State aims to foster citizenship and public service.
Regulations and licenses for the 1971 fishing season are available through Fish and Game license agents. About 600 bundles of licenses forms and regulations were sent to districts for distribution. Resident licenses update and price details are outlined, with special provisions for seniors and nonresidents. The format was redesigned into two sections: basic limits and seasons, and waters with more liberal seasons and bag limits.
The American Legion V F C and auxiliaries remind Teton County residents to observe Loyalty Day this Saturday May 1. The 85th U S Congress and the President designated May first each year as Loyalty Day to reaffirm loyalty to the United States and recognize American freedom heritage.
The Chansonnaires a group of 11 students and Director Wanda Criger of the College of Great Falls will present a musical program in the Chateau High School auditorium today at 3 p.m. Admission is free and open to all interested attendees.
The Lewis and Clark National Forest proposes closing Falls Creek and Blacktail Creek trails to motorized use on the Augusta Ranger District to protect soils and wilderness. A public meeting is set for Friday April 30 at 7:30 p.m. at the American Legion Hall in Augusta.
The Teton County Democrat Women's Club will hold a luncheon meeting Monday May 3 at 12 30 at Château Steak House. Topic: How Are You Polluting Water. Secretary Mabel Stephens announces the agenda.
Game Warden Paul Mihalovich will be at the sheriff's office in Chateau on Monday May 3 for all persons 65 or over to purchase the 15 cent Senior Citizens fishing license.
Nearly 125 members and guests attended the joint installation banquet of the Jaycees and Jayceens at the Chateau Country Club. Tony Jaconetty presided. Frank Dunkle Montana Fish and Game director gave the main address on ecology.
Chateau teens organize a rummage sale May 5 to 8 from 9 to 5 to raise funds for the new Chateau Youth Center opening May 21. Donations and pickup can be arranged via Caroline Scott or Judy Connole. proceeds fund center operations.
The American Field Service Club of Choteau High School will sponsor its third annual art show at the Choteau Public Library on Sunday May 16 from 1 to 5 p.m. Entries come from local and nearby artists with many works for sale. Proceeds support a Chateau exchange student for 1970-71 and help Choteau students studying abroad.
Choteau eighth grader George Tolliver earned a spot at the 1971 AAU National Wrestling meet by finishing second at the regional in Baker Montana. Tolliver earlier won the state title at Ro wan, giving Chateau its first state champion. Coach Wayne Krahe noted timing could affect Tolliver’s participation depending on the schedule.
Earth Day programs at local Montana schools involved state and national observance efforts. A conservation committee spoke to high school and junior high classes on water conservation, stream restoration, and pollution from agriculture. Speakers included Adrian Dargan of the Forest Service Al Heckerman of Soil Conservation and Dave Wedum of the Fish and Game Department.
All boys invited to try out for the Chateau Little League traveling team should report to Coach Jim Spinder on Monday May 3 at 6 30 p m at the Little League baseball diamond. Bring gloves for a light practice. Regular league schedule starts June 1.
Mrs. Donald LaBaugh announces a special meeting of all women bowlers at A and E Lanes at 5 30 p m on Tuesday May 4. The agenda includes a business meeting election of officers and distribution of awards urging all members to attend.
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