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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1942
Page
1
The author, reflecting on calendars and prophecies, forecasts that by this time next year the Axis powers will be in the worst shape since they rose to power. He expects global upheaval, saying the world may witness strange alliances and the Ruler of the Universe may force a hard lesson.
In a wartime commentary the writer denounces official New Year prayers while railing at war profiteering and selling oil to Japan and Germany. He questions leadership and laments Pearl Harbor memory, urging respect for soldiers and a deserved break for fighters.
The passage notes public unease following yesterday's tire and tube ruling and expected car rationing. It reflects on forty five years without rubber powered vehicles and suggests continued contentment despite shortages.
Montana farmers may file for commodity loans on the 1941 crop until February 1 1942 due to weather delays. The extension covers farm and warehouse stored wheat flaxseed barley and farm stored rye.Loans totaling 28 696 000 have been made on 19 644 000 bushels of farm stored wheat and 12 601 000 bushels of warehouse stored wheat.
Well over the Red Cross war relief quota in Teton county with two communities yet to report. The $1,200 target has been surpassed with $1,295 raised so far. County chairman C. W. Burns led the drive after Mrs. A. J. Nutter requested the fund. Local chapters keep 15 percent locally. Power and Agawam pending reports. Agawam to host a basket social Friday night. Belleview raised about $20 at a dance last Saturday with Dewey Huffman’s orchestra providing music.
Chateau dropped a close 21 18 decision to Power on Lewistown’s local floor as accuracy from the field failed them. Dellno and Stott led the Bulldogs while Rose had a rough night. Next, Chateau plays Fort Benton Friday and Chinook Saturday on the road.
The text warns that the Unholy Three must be overcome quickly or face grave consequences. It emphasizes urgency and the need for decisive action to prevent further trouble. No dates or specific entities are provided in the readable portion.
Roy F. Morgan Martin J. Swanson W H Wellenstein and L F Robinson will depart January 12 for Great Falls to attend the Montana Triple-A committeemen and secretaries conference January 12 15 They will discuss shifting agriculture from peacetime to defense and war production and propose changes to the 1943 Triple-A program including emphasis on dairy poultry and pork.
County defense boards set January quotas for tires and tubes for cars and trucks. Teton county allotted 7 tires 6 tubes for passenger cars and 30 tires 25 tubes for trucks. Applications go through official inspectors with certificates of purchase limited to 25 percent weekly and holdover rules if January quota not used. The next meeting Sunday at 3 p.m. in the Legion club room plans civilian medical care and civil air defense training. violations by inspectors carry federal penalties.
Friends report the marriage of Frank Ramberg to Miss Gladys Shierson in Helena on a Saturday in December. Ramberg worked at the Allen Dude Ranch for two summers and the bride has worked in Great Falls. The couple plan to live on a ranch near Choteau.
Mrs. A. J. Nutter, county Red Cross chairman, reports total year output of 2371 garments by county groups.各组织包括 Choteau Episcopal Guild 7 garments and Hospital bed shirts produced by multiple clubs, with Dutton and Power contributing numerous items. First 1942 quota expected by late January or early February.
The Chateau Merchants toppled Great Falls CYC 29 to 27 on Sunday. Dellno hit the deciding basket in the final minute as LeDesky led locals with 8 and Gillette added 7. Merchants rise in standings and set two road games this week.
The sheriff's office reports brisk business in voluntary firearm registration during the early week. Those who have not registered must do so immediately as Brigadier General Birley of Helena orders compulsory registration as of today for rifles shotguns and sidearms.
The local selective service board will send six men into service on Wednesday January 14 with names withheld until departure. Cha teau reports about ten recent enlistments. Jack Nesbitt Wesley McDonnell George Brown Reidar Wneckstad and Howard Anderson have already left. Keith Vick goes to Salt Lake City Monday for final Navy exam. Others leaving soon include Harry Gies Gordon Tryon John Hasechke of Choteau and Ervin Moon of Pendroy.
J W Gaghagen 84 longtime Conrad resident and father of Mrs J R Armstrong of Chateau died in St Marys hospital Conrad on New Year Eve after cancer and old age. Funeral services were held Jan 3 at the Presbyterian church in Conrad. Survivors include Sam Gaghagen Davenport Iowa and daughters Nettie and Aderene Conrad.
The American Legion and Legion Auxiliary will host a banquet and meeting at the K P Hall on Monday evening at 6 30 rem. After the meal, meetings and a social time will follow. All members are urged to attend.
Postmaster Monkman notes that letters to service members abroad require 6c postage for letters not over one ounce. A clipper mail to Hawaii normally costs 20c.
Residents of Teton County learn Harfield Rosengren, once reported lost at sea during Pearl Harbor attack, is alive and well. Rosengren writes of his survival, recalls obituaries, and rejects the death report while praising American resolve and freedom.
The county recreational council meeting planned for Friday January 9 is postponed to a later date due to drifted roads and cold weather.
The Red Cross First Aid class will meet Friday evening at 7 80 p m in the Legion club room, instead of Thursday as previously announced.
The newspaper states weather reports are not publishable due to wartime restrictions. Readers are directed to contact the county agent’s office for temperature and related information.
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