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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1917
Page
7
The wartime statesman appears prepared for a hard line stance, showing resolve and readiness to press strategic demands without negotiation. His stance signals a decisive moment in political calculations and power dynamics.
The Milwaukee Journal notes that farm living yields cover family needs even when cash returns are low. A Missouri investigation found farmers earn on average 422 per year after 3 percent interest, with half earning under 800. Despite capital tied in land, farmers build wealth via retained earnings and capital accumulation. City workers lack comparable asset bases and income stability, yet farmers show greater financial resilience and dependence on productive land.
The article describes singing pigeons found in Valestine and bred in India. It notes their weight similar to an African owl, red mottled or blue color varieties, and a tremulous, broken voice with surging notes. Coos are soft and melodic with both sexes contributing, while the birds occasionally imitate human laughter from inspirators.
The passage compares Alfred to Washington and Charlemagne, noting his peacetime achievements and defense against invasions by Vikings. It highlights Alfred as a notable king in English history, admired for culture and leadership without serious crimes, paralleling other legendary rulers.
The piece traces early candle history from England’s rush and fat method to Mongolian and Indian practices using creise on a splint. It notes Min's efforts to apply new ideas, England’s wax dipped cords, and the rise of wax saturated wicks. It mentions U S molded candles in museum collections.
The article notes that among Egypt’s temples, the Amen-Kraat temple at Karnak stands out for its sun relation. Temples near Thebes oriented within 26 degrees of east or west align with sunrise or sunset on specific days, linking to solstices when the sun’s rise or set shifts most.
A New York correspondent reports Jessie Sule’s Bessie the dove, billed as the “Queen of the Nature Fakers,” faked distress to draw sympathy. Witnesses recall Bessie pretending to expire while a keeper supposedly treats her injury, revealing manipulation of visitors and cruelty concerns.
The piece sketches a campus scene with students lingering downtown and around buildings. It notes a hospitality of summer fading as the library tower chimes and voices drift from windows while awaiting September.
The text portrays Canute as a Viking blooded ruler who allied with scholars and built a northern realm by conquering Norway and ruling Denmark. He was acknowledged by Malcolm III of Scotland, the Welsh prince, and Viking settlers in Ireland and Scotland. Danes assimilated into Anglo Saxon England. later Canute’s line failed to maintain power as England fell to new invaders across the sea.
A bookkeeper in a large factory lives in a modest boarding house and dines at a quick lunch spot. He dreams of adventure yet meets a string of misfortunes in the city including theft, an explosion in his office, a subway collision, a mistaken arrest, and a road accident on his way home. He later marries the nurse who aided his broken arm in Youth's Companion.
In Shepherd's Bush schools a sharp remark from a young Deb bie to Miss Tuttleson unfolds. Deb bie jokes about experience being a dear teacher after being kept after class, then is allowed to go with a gentle admonition.
Dialogue shows a domestic scene where a parent warns about a ball thrown by a baby hitting the sister. John notes the curve while a wife scolds the child and calls him a cuss in a lighthearted exchange.
Helena Montana January 6 1917 directors levy 7 50 per share on Capital Stock payable to the Treasurer by February 15 1917 at the company office Helena. Delinquent shares on February 16 1917 will be advertised for sale and sold March 20 1917 to cover delinquent assessment costs. J C Ricker Secretary Location of office Helena Mont First prb Jan 17 last Feb 7.
Notice states that Teton County Montana closes the registration books for qualified electors for the annual registration period. It urges eligible residents to register or update their information before the deadline and notes where to file forms.
Election will be held Monday April 2 1917 in the City of Conrad and towns Chateau Valier and Cut Bank. Offices close Friday March 2 1917 at 5 pm for registration by County Clerk or Deputy Registrar. Re register if you did not vote in the last General Election and apply for changes if you moved. E C Garrett County Clerk and Ex officio Registrar dated January 22 1917. First pub January 31 last February 28.
A historic note mentions Arizona’s new governor and the equality of party control with a Democratic governor. It recalls an incident where he and his followers sought admission to the capitol and a guard admitted him after opening the door a few inches.
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