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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1916
Page
6
Compiled list of state and federal officers, governors, judges, attorneys, clerks, and commissioners. Includes names and home states for positions from President to county officials across departments and offices in Helena and major cities.
The Thrice-a-Week New York World advertises its low price and prompt reporting on world events and the upcoming presidential campaign. It offers a combined annual rate with the Acantha, totaling 3.00 for one year, with the World available for 1.00 if the Acantha is taken.
Editorial notes that bold interests push to restore avrobber trails, threatening national finances and public welfare while the nation faces alleged schemes tied to these paths. The piece frames the issue as a danger to the public good and government integrity.
Notice announces two homestead contest actions in Great Falls based on entries by Charley Buck and Phillip Lavadure, with deadlines in late December 1916. It also notes a public land sale listing Alexander Truchot’s NW section 14, township 25 north, range 4 west, at a minimum of $5 per acre on January 11 1917, with bidding details and required filings.
F. Alvin Berger of Farmington Montana filed notice to prove up three year homestead claim on land described as EWY NEY SW NEY SEY NW4 section 12 township 25 north range 4 west Montana Meridian. Proof before U. S. Commissioner A C Warner at Chateau Montana on December 16 1916 with witnesses John Jackson John Svensson Henry H Wuest and Henry Weist. First pub November 15 last December 13.
William Holmes of Choteau Montana files a contest to cancel homestead entry No 035454 on grounds of abandonment and lack of residence. The notice requires sworn answer within twenty days after the fourth publication or proof of service, with receipt details. Publication dates December 6 and December 15 1916.
Mary Pearl Black of Great Falls Montana filed intent to make final proof under the 1915 land act purchase provision for desert land entry lot 3 NEY SWY WY SEY WY NEY EY NW 44 section 31 township 23 north range 5 west Montana Meridian. Proof to be presented before Register and Receiver United States Land Office Great Falls Montana on December 22 1916.
U S Mark E Kenyon of Chateau Montana filed notice of intention to make commutation proof to establish his homestead claim for SH NW44 N% SWh section 21 township 24 north range 3 west Montana Meridian. The proof is set before A C Warner U S Commissioner at Chateau Montana on December 22 1916 with Walter H Haskell Benjamin P Gordon Leslie Bush and Charles H Terris of Chateau named as witnesses.
Quote reflecting on the idea that many self made individuals could benefit from modest external help. The remark suggests skepticism about solo success and hints at the potential gains from guidance or support.
A brief insight notes that few men recognize how much a woman values genuine masculine appreciation and respect in relationships.
County issues sealed bids for care of the county poor at the poor farm and hospital, including bedding and furniture, plus per capita burial for paupers. Bids due by 10 a.m. December 19, 1916. bonds required. bids may be rejected. Choteau Montana. Board of County Commissioners signed by County Clerk BE Garrett. First pub Nov 22. last pub Dec 18, 1916.
In the District Court of the Eighth Judicial District of Montana Teton County plaintiff Mary E. Wood versus defendants Fred H. Barnes Mary T. Lawler R C Rasmussen and the Northern Montana Lumber Co. To be sold at sheriff sale December 30 1916 at 3 pm at the courthouse front door Chateau Montana. Property includes the east half of the northwest quarter and the west half of the northeast quarter in section 19 township 33 north range 5 west Montana Meridian with all tenements appurtenances water rights and related rights. Sheriff William Miller under-sheriff J Freeman Daley. Attorney R M Armour Great Falls. First pub December 6 last December 27.
A sharp quip attacks the idea of a newly invented alarm watch as a misanthropic critic mocks modern gadgets claiming life becomes less worthwhile. The line invites readers to challenge the novelty with wit.
The article portrays Europe’s implied invitation to President Wilson to order an end to fighting as naïve and unlikely to succeed. It argues that reliance on presidential authority over distant belligerents underestimates the complexities of war power and international diplomacy.
Despite a claimed victory, Detroit residents report ongoing gasoline shortages and rising frustration. Officials promise action, while citizens seek reliable fuel supplies and clearer timelines.
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