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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1950
Page
8
A wife of Gay Franklin's elder brother adds to last week's record. She recalls Gaylord Franklin as a guide, camp cook, and fisherman, noting his music, family devotion, humor, and two brothers Charlie and Guy, with burial dates Feb 7 and 1930.
The note mentions Mr and Mrs R L Parcel of Fairfield visiting Choteau on Monday. It also notes a planned meeting at a place at 8 30 oclock with a reference to local residents and events.
The Soroptimist club of Choteau announces a March 25 benefit rummage sale for Teton Memorial Hospital. They request donations now and offer pickup by calling 90 W or 200 J. A poem titled Our Plea for Rummage accompanies the effort to encourage contributions.
Proper linoleum maintenance avoids excess water and harsh cleaners. Use mild soap and a soft mop, dry promptly, and protect surfaces from standing moisture. Regular sweeping prevents grit that dulls the finish.
Chateau Bulldogs travel to Dutton Friday to face Cardinal five then host Augusta Elks Saturday in their last regular season games before the divisional tournament set for Shelby on Thursday. In a prior clash, Shelby Coyotes defeated Choteau 51 to 35 as Arensmeyer led with 11 points and Dellwo added 8 for the Bulldogs while Shelby’s Single led scorers with 13.
A Malone's Pharmacy store will continue operations after removing a fountain. The change follows a plan to replace the old feature with maintained service and stock.
Mr and Mrs Ed Obernolte owners of Chateau Coast-to-Coast stores report a four day meeting in Minneapolis marking the organization s 20th anniversary. Some 545 Coast-to-Coast stores in 15 states attended with Dr William Alexander delivering a highlight address. The group forecast strong 1950 growth and announced plans to accelerate expansion into neighboring states.
Choteau Masons plan their eighth annual George Washington convention at Cut Bank on February 22 with degree conferrals by Teton No 25 Choteau past master by Great Falls No 9 and host excelland by Pondera No 21 and Tyrean No 34. A noon luncheon and a 6 pm banquet will follow Midland and Helena officials attend as organizers.
A notice states that Installation Services Officers of the Chateau assembly No 54 Order of Rainbow for Girls will be installed at a public service on February 20 at 8:15 pm. The event takes place at the temple location and is open to eligible members.
The Pendrey Community Church invites attendance at 3 00 p m on Sunday February 19 for afternoon worship and Sunday school led by Pastor Harold L Engdahl.
Kodiak hunters Tallifson Matfay and Pinnell, all with Alaska Packers Canneries, killed a bear described as one of the largest seen. The men said the bear frequented fishing holes at night and left large tracks before being shot. They plan guiding tours for moose, caribou, and bear hunts while fishing remains scarce on Kodiak Island.
Girl Scout Troop No. 8 held a Valentine party in the high school home economics room with Mrs. Howard Ruegamer as guest.
A noon fire at Bob's Garage in Pendroy destroyed the building after spreading rapidly from an office. Local units from Conrad and Chateau responded, with Chateau crews aiding after arrival. a Model A Ford owned by Miss Ethel Reid was saved, as two tar tanks burned nearby.
Firemen said an explosion did not occur and warned a strong wind could have burned more Pendray structures. About 100 gallons of kerosene burned in the garage fire and there was no wind to fan the flames.
Enumerators selected for the 1930 decennial census to start in April covering Phillips Hill Blaine and Liberty counties. Marshall travels from Havre to Chinook recruiting Blaine county workers while the irrigation clerk post at the Chateau office begins about April 24 for 18 days. Mrs Nelson recruits in Shelby Cut Bank Browning and district office duties continue.
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