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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1932
Page
6
Beginning April 1, crews will move 165 lookout houses and eight by eight towers into western Montana and northern Idaho. Each station uses 983 boards plus roof shingles, 126 window and door frames, and 153 items of furniture and equipment. Crews will travel 25 miles by road and trail to each site and erect the stations in a week's time.
Federal veterinarians J. W. Murdoch and W. L. Carson conduct cattle tuberculin tests in western Valley County across townships near the international boundary. Thus far tests show no tuberculosis in the Hinsdale-adjacent area.
Senator T. A. Larson told Montana Wool Growers Association members in Bozeman that sheep and wool led Montana agriculture in 1931 with 11,361,000 in value. He contrasted it with cattle at 11,069,000 and noted wheat at 5,779,000 and sugar beets at 4,052,000, emphasizing the sheep and wool industry as a major capital factor.
A Montana senator highlights a 120 million dollar investment and 93 million acres with limited cultivation. He credits the Montana Wool Growers Association for cutting costs, saving taxes, and boosting wool quality through offices at Helena, a secretary, and research labs.
E L Hallbauer of Hallbauer LeBond Inc a Chicago contractor visited Columbus to inspect the stone quarry. He and locals noted the quarry quality its location and potential to reopen with manageable cost. No definite plans were announced but further consideration by the company is expected to follow.
Stillwater County will receive 12 345 dollars 14 cents from the common school equalization fund per a report by Elizabeth Ireland state superintendent of public instruction.
Extraction of alcohol from Indian corn for power use has led to the erection of a plant in Johannesburg South Africa. The project aims to harness corn derived ethanol for energy production and industrial use, reflecting growing ties between agriculture and fuel technology in the region.
Montana housewives save up to 20 cents per dozen with the new egg grading law that offers four grades from special to trade. Miss Harriet Cushman, extension poultry specialist, notes that choosing grade and size can cut costs while meeting cooking needs.
J. H. Carmichael president of the Montana Wool Growers association urged stabilization through controlled production orderly marketing efficiency and state association support at the annual president's address in Bozeman He traced a decade of rising production and low prices noting 52 percent federal inspection growth 1920 1930 and a 4 1 percent yearly US herd increase since 1922 with world trends toward higher output
Inspectors began testing butter on the retail market February 1 under Montana’s new rule. Stale or rancid butter will be removed from sale. dealers who stock too long or store improperly bear the loss, while butter arriving poor from creameries goes back to the manufacturer. Grading aims to boost quality and consumer demand, with merchants urged to buy smaller lots and prioritize quality over price.
Senator C. H. Williams of Deer Lodge, longtime Montana Woolgrowers leader, spoke at the 1932 state convention in Bozeman. He traced growth from 1700 sheep in Madison County in 1865 to nearly 4.5 million today, with a 36 million pound annual wool clip and over 2.5 million lambs, noting valuation rise from 4300 to about 120 million. He recalled early meetings in Fort Benton 1883 and the 1897 eradication campaign against scab led by Dr. Knowles and Dr. Butler.
Glacier National Park records ranger Clyde Fauley at Two Medicine station praising a tame weasel that has lived in the woodshed for a month. The animal accepts meat from his boot toe, but the ranger distrusts its teeth as mice vanish from the station.
Reca Mitchell was granted a divorce decree from James Allen Mitchell by default in Hill County District Court. The decree was entered in favor of the plaintiff.
A editorial urges developing dairy and poultry sectors to supply quality goods for consumer satisfaction and economic gains for farmers and dealers. It argues better products raise profits and shorten turnover while meeting public needs.
Evan Hall of the Milwaukee road praises native Montana grass and flood irrigation for increasing feed production on public and private irrigation works. Grover Lewis notes a ranch yielding 16000 pounds of Grimm alfalfa seed in a dry year, aided by flood irrigation and snow fences. Hall cites planning, teamwork, and equipment as key. State Engineer James supports sound development with extension service and irrigation committees backing the effort.
Broad agricultural notes cover fur care to prevent matting, tuberculosis eradication efforts testing 17 300 cattle, poultry shipments totaling 53 681 pounds, dairy cows’ milk and butterfat with varied water access, iron rich molasses cookies for children, barn moisture from cow respiration, Parshall irrigation measuring flume guidance, seed shortages in the Northwest, and foot rot spread in sheep from infected stock per Montana research.
Alaska’s estimated mineral output in 1931 totaled 12,010,000 with gold comprising 9,342,000. The previous year’s total was 13,812,600 with gold at 8,476,000, reflecting a drop in overall value while gold value rose.
Thallium, a rare metal, is noted for its key role as a poison against rats and ants. The substance is highlighted for its effectiveness in pest control.
In Simms Montana two carloads of lambs were fattened on beet tops and grain, averaging 91 pounds at sale. Phil I. Cole of Chateau purchased the lambs, noting a clear advantage in fed versus fat lambs under current market conditions. The stock required a brief eastern feedlot. Montanans can finish stock locally with proper handling.
R W Reynolds head of the Chicago based agricultural department for the Milwaukee road cites eleven large irrigated districts in Montana. Only a few operate currently and produce livestock feed. If all were active there would be no hay shortage in Milwaukee territory this fall and winter. Notable projects include Sun River Fairfield Bynum Agawam Hammond Carterville Forsyth with more to come. Reynolds planned a Washington trip before returning to Chicago.
Work on the Rocky Boy Indian Agency school progresses rapidly with exterior finishing near completion. Plastering has begun under agency superintendent Earl Woolridge. The new building vastly enlarges the old structure and will be steam heated. Four schools are now in operation at the agency.
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