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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1908
Page
4
The Libby News claimed the Soo would build into Great Falls this year and push northwest through Plathead country to the coast. The Miner corroborates with two lines planned north and south of the Great Northern, reaching the Missouri River near Portman and then Port Townsend, with bidders named.
Citizens reflect that panic discussions have largely subsided and no notable incidents have occurred locally. A few residents recall brief concerns, but no details or events remain clear, leaving the matter largely forgotten.
Report from Chateau recounts heavy drinking last Saturday with six roaming saloon crowds between 5 and 9 pm and a drunken man found unconscious on the sidewalk at dawn. Observers urge refuges for chronic drinkers and safer streets for women and children, noting minors among the revelers and the need for public relief from nuisance.
Citizens plan an extensive advertising scheme to showcase Burton beach resources and attract railroad interest. The campaign would also boost land and property values in Farmington.
County clerk records show Broadwater-Pepin Trading with 15000 stock fully paid and no debt led by E I Broadwater as president. Other firms list capital stock, paid-in amounts, debts, and officers including Collins Mercantile, Conrad Mercantile, Eldorado Co operative Canal, Johnson Lumber, St Marys International Telephone, Teton Co operative Canal, Woodmen Social Club, with varied financial figures and named executives.
Word from Shelby says Grandpa Sullivan is very ill and in critical condition at age 87. Nans Hanson, longtime resident on the Burton bench, died Wednesday morning in Great Falls with burial planned at Parmington cemetery. Lawrence Jackson, who undergone an operation at Columbus Hospital, returned from Great Falls improved under Dr. Brooks.
Weather prophet Garrett, who forecast calm skies through Jan 20, now extends the period to Feb 14. Readers thank him but request no March or April cold, and even ask for occasional snow so long as it stays warm afterward.
Two articles in this week’s Acantha offer practical guidance for land owners. Dirt road maintenance and durable fence posts provide actionable hints useful for property care and cost efficiency.
Jos Hirshberg and Co announce a complete close out of ladies and children's muslin underwear. A display is on now with special sale pricing and reduced costs for all remaining stock.
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