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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1973
Page
5
Rockwell International lawn experts warn that scalping grass dulls appearance and weakens roots, while frequent mowing to a height of about one and a half inches promotes healthier roots and drought resistance. They advise trimming and fertilizing, with a nitrogen phosphorus potassium mix applied in spring summer and fall.
Montana official Roy Killenbeck outlines the Agriculture and Consumer Protection Act of 1973 a four year measure to boost domestic and foreign food output. The bill adds target prices for wheat feed grains and cotton introduces an escalator for 1976 1977, expands crop substitution and set aside authority while preserving producer freedom and market driven policy. USDA with ASCS counties will offer reduced price feed grains and start farmer requests as local offices arrange distribution centers.
The Passmores and companions enjoyed a weekend at Flathead Lake with Charles and Vern Tesch and Dennis Maurer. Jim Murphy visited from California two weeks with his parents in Choteau. Bill Black of Seattle turns 85 August 21 and celebrated at a cabin near Eureka Lake. Dr. and Mrs. Bruce Beattie visited from Ames, Iowa, former Lexingt on residents. Stan Gunther from Salt Lake City stayed with his parents in Choteau.
Invitation announces a 25th anniversary reception for Mr. and Mrs. Bill Obernolte on Sunday August 19 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Chateau United Methodist Church.
Montana reports show two thirds of towns with 1000 plus population met a June deadline to replace open dumps with sanitary landfills. Of 31 towns with poor disposal, 21 complied, six plan landfills, and four face enforcement. Centralized landfills are urged to avoid water contamination risks. Chateau operates a compliant landfill with three years of solid performance praise.
The Montana Highway Commission approved design work for a new two lane frontage road parallel to I 15 from the Collins Road Interchange to the Brady Interchange north of Dutton. The project includes new right of way drainage and related facilities with environmental statements available for review in Great Falls and Helena.
The Choteau Baseball Commission thanks all who helped run the annual Little League Invitational tournament. Special appreciation to the umpires and concession stand volunteers for their support.
Montana reports critical irrigation water shortages across severe drought zones especially in the northwest with only southcentral and far eastern regions spared. Stockwater is scarce in the north and central areas as harvests progress with winter wheat about 60 percent done and spring wheat 30 percent harvested.
Rob ert Anderson of Fort Benton, chairman of the Governors Emergency Committee, says saline seep covers at least 150000 acres in Montana and expands by 5000 to 8000 acres yearly. The area shows a white appearance with little vegetation as moisture saturates soils and salts accumulate. The committee collaborates with North Dakota South Dakota Wyoming and Canada to coordinate responses.
A buffet reception and dance are planned at the Power Legion Hall on Friday August 17 starting at 8 p m honoring Mr and Mrs Kerry Schaefer with Mrs Schaefer identified as the former Phyllis Stelling
Rent available for the school year at Hensley Motel. One and two bedroom units with no pets. Contact 466-5775 for details.
Montana farmers ride a dramatic turnaround as wheat and barley prices surge with demand abroad. Export sales reach 913 million bushels while home use needs 780 million, totaling 1.749 billion bushels. Durum hits 6.75 on the west coast as Montana crops drought remains limited. The 1960s outlook puts crop value near half a billion dollars. Agricultural income may top one billion if trends persist.
Vited to the wedding of Jane Louise Southard and David Haynes Hartman at St. Josephs Catholic Church in Chateau. The ceremony occurs Saturday August 18 at 2 p.m. A reception follows in the parish hall.
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