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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1939
Page
1
The column notes the sun has completed its northern journey and will soon head south again, predicting winter begins on December 22 and the return to the working season as days grow longer before the sun resumes its northward path.
The passage notes that the sun moves far faster than visible to the naked eye and urges awareness of life’s journey. It reflects on human travelers having little sense of destiny or the length of their journey.
The piece notes people plan years ahead as if they will live long, while others, fearing decline, quit early. It contrasts those who aim for a long life with those exhausted by life who feel compelled to endure to the end, suggesting fate and preference shape longevity.
The passage reflects on bedridden individuals waiting for relief, their life as a long, nontransferable journey. It recalls a man who believed his ticket promised a longer path but learned the journey ended early, changing expectations about fate and endurance.
The man known for climbing walls and leaping over obstacles could not execute his long planned masterpiece. He remained in good health but opportunities did not allow him to complete his signature achievement, leaving him remembered for his daring personas.
Once America’s Sweetheart, Mary Pickford now lingers in obscurity as she visited a Life magazine sponsored tour through Washington DC’s slums. Celebrities crowded a room but offered her little attention while she observed harsh living conditions.
A historic notice recalls Marys first husband Owen Moore dying in a cheap rooming house after her rise to fame. He remarried, but life fell apart for him while she ascended, and eventually he met an end.
The writer muses on navigation through life and time as the year ends. He notes the ritual of weekly deadlines, questions the worth of his column, and teases explaining the writing process next week while bidding a happy New Year. The piece references Ezekiel and the Acantha as it closes for the year.
Attorney General H J Freebourn last week ruled the 2 poll tax levied by Teton county unconstitutional citing section 1617 and article XII of the Montana constitution. The decision affects delinquent polls and shifts collection to after county commissioners levy this August with added collection costs to the county road fund.
Miss Dorothy Keister daughter of Mr and Mrs Ira Keister of Power and Allen Giese of Great Falls son of Mr and Mrs Walter J Giese of Power wed at the home of Rev Dr P W Dierberger 1510 Central Avenue Great Falls Attendants were Mr and Mrs Alexander Toeckes They both graduated Power High School in 1936 They will reside at the Margaret Apartments The groom is employed at Home Tire service station
The Chateau Racketeers defeated Great Falls Brewery 58 to 49 after an upset over Shelby All Stars and CCC. They were only beaten by Fairfield in a close game as manager Jack Core plans a Saturday night game on the local floor.
The Teton County Planning Committee met at the courthouse in Chateau with broad agency representation including AAA, Federal Land Bank, Rural Electrification Administration, County, Farm Security and Soil Conservation Service. They reviewed 1940 action programs and the social and economic committee study on a proposed triangle area cooperative marketing association.
The Montana American Legion ranks eighth in the 1940 national membership drive, up from eleventh. Georgia leads, with Arkansas second and Louisiana third. Montana has 5,029 members toward a 6,034 quota, aided by Chateau Post over-subscribing its 40 member allotment to 52.
The teachers at Power grade and high schools left Friday for holidays across Montana and beyond. Several staffers travel to Anaconda Highwood Livingston Bose Meyers Pasadena. Miss Buck aims to see the Rose Bowl then return for January 2 reopening.
Mr. and Mrs. N. W. Edwards return ed to their home Thursday from a trip to the east. They visited in Pittsburg Kansas and attended a family reunion honoring Mrs. Edwards mother who turned 84. They saw her brother Charles from California whom she hadn t seen in 30 years. On the way home they stopped in Billings and brought Mary Elizabeth home for the holiday vacation.
The Sub Deb club held a formal Christmas dance Saturday night in the Masonic hall. Decorations fit the holiday spirit and music by Cohoe's Serenaders pleased a very large crowd. Chaperones were Mr. and Mrs. Al Hensley and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Lindseth.
The Choteau Lions Club wrapped up 1939 with a Tuesday lodge room gathering. President Hanusa appointed a committee to inspect sites for a skating rink, while members sang or recited, and a student from State College at Bozeman spoke on housing facilities and a voting measure.
The Chateau Historical Museum received a collection of old-time pictures from the Lawrence Davis group sent by Jack Rhoads of Liverett Washington. The photos depict early Teton county settlers and pioneers and Bret Read seeks help from local old-timers to identify who and where in the collection.
Miss Nella Gaare daughter of O M Gaare of Fairfield and Owen A Donven son of Carl Dolven of Harlem married Saturday afternoon at the Lutheran parsonage in Fairfield. Rev O A Anderson read the service. Miss Evelyn Gaare and Charles Dow attended. The bride a Teton high school graduate and Great Falls Normal College graduate teaches at Ashuelot. The groom attended Harlem schools and Northern Montana College Havre and works for farm security administration at Fairfield. They will reside at Ashuelot after a short honeymoon.
The I. O. F. lodge will hold its annual installation of officers at the hall on January 2. District Deputy Grand Noble will oversee the installation services. A social will follow the business meeting and a large attendance is expected.
The state examiner presents annual financial statements for Teton County and Chateau City in the Acantha. County funds total 159,222.63 with a net indebtedness of 26,734.88 after a 27,661.07 decrease. city reports show no general indebtedness and cash on hand 5,867.87 as of October 28.
The Teton Bulldogs defeated Fairfield 51 to 20 on their home floor in a hard fought game. Flooding offense from Schmitz Bleeker and Hallberg fueled the Bulldogs while Fairfield struggled to find rhythm as fouls mounted early and subs played heavily in the final quarter.
The Boy Scouts of Choteau staged a Christmas program at the high school auditorium featuring 4-H girls, Anna Faye Dauwalder, Leah Ferris, and Billie Baillie. Santa arrived to distribute candy to about 200 children while parents were urged to engage more in scouting activities.
The M E Church invites all to a watch night service at 8:00 p m on Sunday December 31 with fellowship and a candle light consecration to ring in the New Year. Attendees are asked to bring cake or sandwiches. Rev R F Vick will begin church membership classes after January 7 with two groups for high school and junior high.
County Treasurer O. G. Meadows and deputies begin the new year by collecting taxes and issuing 1940 automobile license plates. About 3,000 vehicles will be licensed after assessment with the 1939 levy. Owners should bring last year’s registration and have all vehicles assessed at once for efficiency.
Greenfield New members boost union roster with 38 joins after a two week membership drive ending December 19. At the December 19 meeting, Mrs Paul Foutch spoke on Vocational Education Sterling De Prata on Physical Education and Mrs Ole Oksness on Moral and Spiritual Education. Ben Feden chairs the program committee and a January dinner will initiate the new members.
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