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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1916
Page
1
The piece argues that party labels have diminished in importance for both national and county races. It praises the two presidential candidates, Wilson and Hughes, and emphasizes choosing officials by fitness and integrity. It notes the new role of women voters and questions labor influence, urging action at the ballot box.
Ashuelot on the Milwaukee Chateau branch reached the townsite 27 miles northwest of the city. Progress slowed by labor shortages and rain damage, but officials say construction is moving forward. A steam shovel from D J Burke will arrive this week from Butte and be hauled to the pit via the Great Northern route. An inspection trip to the line was led by OL Whiting D J Burke and Criss with Mrs Whiting and Mrs Criss, proceeding by auto to Agawam and back, with Lewistown as the final return destination.
The Chateau Chautauqua reports a grand success with ticket sales strong and guarantors relieved from liability. Speakers include Kansas congressman Victor Murdock presenting Uncle Sam's Tomorrow. By 1917 over 50 guarantors signed in 30 minutes. The final program features Keokuk Hawaiians Quintet Friday night.
The Bole Commercial club plans a celebration on Friday August 18. The program runs from 10 AM to night with dinner and supper served at the Farmers hall by the Community club. A large crowd from Chateau is expected to attend.
The past week saw Howard Hatch and Zula Murel Burch of Chateau obtain a license. Raymond W. Lattin and Yoland Ruth Tufford of Coffey Creek also secured marriage licenses.
The piece argues that insufficient interest in the primary elections may prevent proper candidates from being nominated. It warns that women must vote in both the primaries and the general election or risk being left out of political intentions.
A combined meeting of the Chateau Commercial Club and local farmers will be held at the Farming-ton school house Sunday at 3:30 PM to discuss the sugar beet project and gauge acreage as Billings factory plans hinge on farmer support. Manager Lawson notes discouraging beet results, calls for sustained community effort and fall plowing to secure a plant.
The Great Northern Railway Company announces an auction of Pendray town lots at the new townsite, the Bynum extension terminus. The sale is scheduled for Tuesday August 13 at 2 PM. A special train from Great Falls will bring interested parties and provide lunch. Lots offered at reasonable prices to spur rapid development.
The parish notes closure until September due to the minister's absence urge members to stay engaged, pray for soldiers stationed near the border and for the minister's mother in New York. The letter celebrates a baptism of Audrey Mary Simmons and urges families to baptize children, while stressing the Western frontier spirit, missionary work, and summer neighborly prayers.
The Acantha reports the county has the largest electors list in history with 5052 registered to vote in the upcoming primary on Tuesday, August 29. The office completed printing the precinct lists.
Mrs Homer Pfrimmer died at the Chateau hospital last Saturday after weeks of blood poisoning. The 39 year old mother leaves a husband and eight children, the youngest eight months old, in a time of deep sorrow.
State lands in Teton county will be sold September 21, 1916. Only lands with applications will be offered. Prospective buyers must file an application with State Land Register Sidney Miller so the land can be advertised four weeks before sale as required by law.
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