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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1940
Page
1
Observers describe a drought threat with hoppers and drying mustard, note the sky filled with swarming insects, and report hail damage across farms. A Great Falls speaker discusses religious intolerance and freedom, while debates over conscription sharpen national polarization.
Teton county approves a preliminary budget of 174 035 dollars, down from 179 586 last year, reflecting a 5 551 dollar cut. Budget notes an election year expense and a road budget rise to 43 000 from 30 200, with funds covering warrant retirements and potential emergency road work. County Levies set by commissioners on Monday August 12. Final budget due next Wednesday August 7 per County Clerk Geo A Carroll.
A fragment discusses Mahatma Gandhi claiming no hate for Hitler and questions why anyone should hate him. It asserts only a physical blow could "put him in his place," framing hate as ineffective and praising restraint amid hostile rhetoric.
Leigh Nett announced the sale of Leighs Texaco Station to Bill Bateman son of Dr H W Bateman who assumes charge today August 1 Nett ran the station two years expanding facilities and equipment The new owner will continue service and keep Junior Anderson on staff with the station renamed Bills Texazo Station
A planning tour by officials from the Bureau of Agricultural Economics and Extension Service of five states and USDA will meet Teton County Planning Board on Monday August 5. About 30 delegates led by Bob Clarkson will discuss long term land use objectives and working agreements with agencies including the AAA County Commissioners and Farm Credit Administration. The group plans to arrive at Chateau at 2 p.m. dine then depart for Helena.
The Rexall tops Choteau Food 8 to 5 to keep league lead as Choteau Food loses again 11 to 9 in extra innings to a high school team. Lions Odd Fellows rainout rescheduled for Thursday August 8. Standings show Rexall 1 0, Choteau Food 2 2, High School 2 3, Odd Fellows 2 3, others 0 3. A regional eight‑team softball tourney is planned for Sept 1–2 by the Chateau Chamber of Commerce with invitations sent and responses pending.
The Choteau and Valier Odd Fellows Lodges and Rebekahs held their annual picnic in Dupuyer on July 21 with good attendance. Activities included singing led by Mrs. Lois Stephens, horseshoe contests, racing, a talk by the Noble Grands, and a softball game in which Valier defeated Choteau about 25 to 13.
Mrs. Obert Peterson and Mrs. G. L. Banks have organized prize pledges for the Choteau Flower Show set for August 24 at the pavilion. Miss Edna Beaupre chairs the event with nearly 100 gifts listed, including meat, flour, trades, services, and other items from local businesses and residents.
The 1940 Chautauqua committee met at the courthouse with members Glenn Baird chaired by Stan Halvorson as Program chairman and others setup for publicity tickets and arrangements. The annual Teton's Own Chautauqua will be held October 18 19 20 with committees named for program publicity tickets arrangements and auditing.
The North Montana State fair opens August fifth to mark its tenth anniversary with a six day race meet featuring 42 events. The grounds host 300 plus thoroughbreds, Brahma bulls, Texas longhorns, and a vast livestock display with Herefords and champion sheep swine and poultry. The fair includes the State Fair revue, 4-H livestock shows, Miss Montana contest, and a large fireworks program. Advance ticket sales exceed previous years as crowds prepare to attend all Montana and American themed attractions.
The pool manager Stan Smith reported a hat was left behind after closing. The hat is held at the pool office and may be claimed by the rightful owner, with entry for the finder noted in the pool records.
Ten 4 0 club teams from Teton County entered the county demonstration elimination contest in Chateau last Saturday. Eloise Southard of Greenfield Junior Homemakers won first place for Paper Mache Modeling. Kathleen Loch of Diamond Valley Humming Bird Club led dress revue winners chosen to represent Teton County in the state contest at North Montana State Fair.
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