21 Dec 1939
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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1939
Page
1
The writer notes the approaching nineteenth and fortieth anniversary of Christ’s birth and the Advent of the Son of Man in the next Acantha issue. He reflects on wartime mockery of brotherhood and calls for reverence for decency and uplift in humanity.
The speaker laments widespread hatred and greed across humanity. He condemns Nazi ideology and imperial privilege, citing English landownership, charity failures, and the suffering of the poor as evidence of systemic injustice and class hostility.
A speaker laments national poverty during Christmas, urging aid for the hungry and cold. He recalls a Philadelphia man with tuberculosis seeking relocation for survival and warns readers to act on shared moral duty.
A reflective editorial notes progress toward a Christ driven goal and the ray of hope for those stricken by a scourge, with heartfelt thanks to communities nationwide for aid and solidarity. It laments missing Christmas seals but emphasizes ongoing relief efforts and moral uplift through shared charity and faith.
Teton Bulldogs dominated Conrad Cow boys last Friday night at Conrad winning 35 to 13. The win showcased strong defensive play and standout rebounding led by Hallberg Schmitz and LeDesky as Chateau’s band, baton routine, and local fans highlighted the scene before a preview of a Friday visit from Fairfield.
The article notes money from Christmas seals supports a campaign. County residents have received allotments and many will remit despite privation. Some will pass on seals, but those who can afford to contribute will aid the effort.
Amateur photographers in the county must enter by 5 p m January 14 for the Acantha photography contest. A sizable number of good pictures have been received but more are hoped for. Scenic or outdoor images have strong winning potential with prizes of 5 dollars for first, 3 dollars for second, and 2 dollars for third.
Work began this week on a WPA led beautification program for Chateau city park and nearby areas. Construction includes a half mile race track around the baseball diamond with inner and possible outer fencing, graded picnic grounds, a two inch irrigation line, more drinking fountains, a double rest room, pavilion roof updates, and rip-rap rock walls along Spring Creek. H. H. Bleecker is the WPA foreman in charge.
Chateau Lodge No. 415 Loyal Order of Moose held a reorganization meeting at the K. P. hall with about 30 members from Sunburst and Great Falls. New officers were elected. Richard Reed and Gordon Meisel assisted as sergeant of arms and assistant while Carl Hoelzel installed. A class of new members was inducted and a lunch followed.
Postmaster Gibson announces Christmas double holiday hours with postoffice windows open 10 to 11 30 a m on Sunday and Monday mornings for patron convenience.
The Chateau troop of Boy Scouts will hold their annual Christmas party at the high school auditorium this Saturday night starting at 7 30. Free candy for all the kids and a short program will be presented. Everyone is invited.
After the November 30 tax collection from the 6 mill general school tax superintendent Inez Eckford apportioned 19524 84 to county districts at 966 per pupil. She also distributed 37013 11 among four accredited high schools: Teton 14414 01 Fairfield 38969 76 Power 37851 59 Dutton 5777 75. The total exceeds last year’s 52274 31.
Mrs. A. W. Walker county Christmas Seal chairman urges remittance for seals mailed to residents to fund tuberculosis work. Expenses include x rays for 24 reactors, bus and serum costs. Four hundred dollars in seals mailed. about half paid. A $300 shortfall is anticipated. Dutton leads county in seal sales as banner prize race begins.
At a meeting last week of the Eastern Star lodge of Chateau the following officers were elected Worthy Matron Elsie Tesch Worthy Patron Marian Averill Assistant Matron Sidney Bloom Assistant Patron Chas Wymer Secretary Valeria Bechtel and others Conductress Susie Byrne Assistant Conductress Gertrude Fearon The above were all elected officers and the appointive officers yet to be named Installation of officers will be held Wednesday Jan 3.
Quote reflecting on discussing past hours and learning their report as a path to spiritual growth attributed to Mary Baker Eddy.
Residents woke to considerable overnight snow with visibility poor as drifting continued this morning. A strong wind later increased drifting and many drivers faced reduced sight, though the snowy scene provides optimism for a lasting white Christmas.
A federal grant of 9143 dollars from the Works Progress Administration will fund improvements to Choteau streets alleys and boulevards. Mayor K E Sturgis notes WPA labor will also work on the city park before shifting to streets with oiling planned next summer. Letters from Washington confirm the allotment and name WPA administrator Joseph E Parker and Congressman James F O Connor among officials cited.
Farmers on the Power Dutton Soil Conservation Service project planted about 6500 acres of winter wheat reversing a four year trend toward spring varieties. They cite wind erosion control from strip cropping trash cover and claddy mulch as key for returning to winter wheat with last two summers showing 5 to 19 bushels higher yields than spring wheat in the same area. The program is run in cooperation with the Soil Conservation Service.
The Choteau Woman's club hosted a Tuesday afternoon Christmas party at Mrs. W. W. Scott's home with large attendance. A program featured Mrs. Richard Vick, Miss Ruby Miller, Miss Nelson, Mrs. R. E. Nelson, Miss Ellingson, Mrs. Manusa, and others, followed by a lunch. Mrs. C. W. Boussard was named library publicity chairman for library news releases.
The Montana state supreme court refused a rehearing in the A O Peterson vs J L Shell Billings sheriff contest. The court reversed a lower court ruling and ordered Peterson declared sheriff of Teton county with fees and costs awarded. Peterson plans personnel and policy changes on taking office.
Applications for Civilian Conservation Corps enrollment are being received at the county welfare office. Those who apply now may be enrolled on January 6, 1940, with the rule first come, first served for non-relief applicants. Welfare-family youths receive priority. Teton County quota is four carefrees for the Native Class and is expected to fill soon.
The Choteau Racketeers defeated the Shelby All-Stars 37 32 on their home floor Saturday night in a tightly contested game. Choteau’s lineup featured Dunckel Bud Gillette Ralph Bleeker Wally Core and Hamilton among others.
Maynard Hospital reports Elmer White of Pendroy admitted as a surgical patient Saturday. Choteau Hospital lists Harry Perkins of Choteau admitted Tuesday as a medical patient. Louise Bremer of Farmington admitted Sunday as a medical patient. Mrs J C Wilson of Augustas admitted Tuesday as a medical patient. Tommy Campbell discharged on Wednesday.
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