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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1966
Page
1
Red Cross blood drawing at the Methodist Church today from 2 to 6 p.m. seeks to reach a 65 pint summer quota for 1966 67, the first harvest since the 1964 flood. Mrs Grant Curtis urged healthy able bodied residents to donate, noting the summer need remains high and the goal recalls 1959’s 95 pint harvest.
Sheriff Becker reports two dogs attacked 18 sheep owned by Boyd Stenson Tuesday night. Twelve were killed and five injured. one ewe survived. Several sheep were sewn up by Dr. Bill Patton.
Choteau officials move to disconnect water service for bills more than two months overdue to reduce arrears, with a one month grace and 10 percent penalty if unpaid by month end. Mayor Dunckel says action is necessary for bond stability and fair treatment of remaining customers.
Services for Ben Beringer 82 were held Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church in Conrad with Rev Crowe officiating. Burial at Hillside Cemetery included Masonic rites. He died July 9 in a Conrad hospital after months of illness. Born in Crookston Minnesota he moved to Conrad in 1908 and farmed west of Collins. He married Maggie Linden in 1905 and Myrtle Murr in 1945, both predeceased him. Survivors include son Melvin Dutton, a daughter Hazel Gould Ulm, brother Louie Ronan, three siblings outside Montana, plus three stepsons LaVerne Murr Chateau Floyd Murr Washington James Murr Great Falls and stepdaughter Norita Dierker California.
County Commissioner Martin Shannon reports a July meeting to organize a county civil defense advisory board. Names from Chateau and Fairfield have been submitted for approval while members from Dutton Power Collins and Pendroy areas are still needed.
Information for the August nominating primary asks candidates to file biographical material and campaigning platforms by next Tuesday. The Acantha will publish bios and platforms only from those who submit the information.
The Chateau Lions Club pool adds water polo every Wednesday from 7 30 to 8 30 p m with manager Stan Rathman noting high schoolers and adults form teams. After two sessions interest grows and skilled players emerge as the sport opens to the public for the first time.
The Teton County Farm Bureau Picnic is scheduled for Sunday, July 17 at the Kenneth Duncan ranch west of Dupuyer. It will start at 1 p.m. All members and friends are welcome and attendees are asked to bring meat to barbecue. Ice cream, coffee and Kool-aid will be provided. Lowell Scott visited his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Scott, last week on his way from Chicago to Medford, Oregon.
notice reports the July 11 drowning of John Haymond 36 during a fishing trip near the city waterworks in Great Falls. survivors include wife two children and parents. services set for Thursday in Great Falls with burial in Livingston. Chateau Odd Fellows Lodge meets July 19 at the hall.
Homer Oren Rowland 73 former Teton County commissioner died July 8 after a year and half illness. Funeral at Banks Funeral Home with Rev. C Fred Crowe officiating. burial in Bynum cemetery. Survivors include widow Della, daughter Julia Wilgus Tacoma, son John (deceased WWII), brother Frank Spokane and sisters Gertrude Stansberry Sun River Eva Brodrick Phoenix Bessie Crawford Hayden Lake Edith Bristol Spokane.
Teton County commissioners received approval of preliminary plans for the addition to Teton County Rest Home from the Hill Harris foundation Denver office with notes. They met with the architect and State Board of Health official Walter Moyle to resolve wrinkles and directed final plans to be prepared for approval before construction. It is unclear when construction can start as timelines for final plans and approval are not fixed. Original schedule hoped to begin in early August.
Choteau residents raised more than 500 dollars for the 1967 Fourth of July fireworks. About 350 dollars was spent on fireworks, roughly 50 dollars more than last year, with the remainder used for insurance and miscellaneous costs. Deadlines for ordering limited the final display, leaving about 140 dollars for next year. Last minute contributions came from Ray Van DeRiet and Mrs. A L Jaumotte.
Choteau Lions Club hosts a dual meet as the Lions swim team defeats Helena Y 359 to 288. Tom Crocker, Tom Tesch, Burr Field and John Camden win the final medley relay in 1 25 beating the Lethbridge pool mark from 1961 by 15 seconds.
Thomas L. Moore, 55, of Choteau filed for the Republican sheriff nomination in the Aug. 16 primary, giving Teton County its only race in the Nov. 8 general election. Moore's background spans IH dealership work, Taylor Motor Co, and plumbing repair, with family ties to Choteau and active community roles.
The July 2 hailstorm damaged winter wheat across parts of Teton County with losses estimated between 30 and 70 percent in the Bole area and about 40 percent on average there. County Agent Raymond Kelly notes some wheat escaped damage and haying is underway with alfalfa concerns over weevil prevention.
Choteau Lions Club presented Bill Olsen and Dr C W Boussard with old monarch awards for 20 years of service. Stan Rathman, new club president, urged members to sacrifice for the club and outlined upcoming programs. He announced a August 6 7 swimming meet in Chateau and housing needs. Children from Helena Deaconess Home will join Aug 3 for potluck dinner and Lions pool outing plus a drive in treat.
Stephen R. Strong, 56, longtime Safeway district manager in Great Falls, died July 6 in Kalispell after illness. Services at Johnson Chapel in Kalispell were led by Rev. Thomas Best for the Somers resident, who worked 37 years with Safeway and retired about a year ago. He was born August 6, 1909, in Bridger and attended Bridger High School and Billings Polytechnic Institute. He married Geneva Henricks on September 1, 1931, at Harlowton. Survivors include his wife, a son Jack of Denver, a daughter Mrs. Tim Davisson of Polson, his parents, two brothers, three sisters, and several in‑laws.
Chateau golfers were reminded this week of the Arras Memorial tournament scheduled for Sunday July 17 at the Cut Bank Golf and Country Club. Doris Meagher invited attendance at a come as you are dance Saturday night July 16 with live music and free snacks.
Mrs McCartney shot a 41 for nine holes at Choteau Country Club to win medalist honors in a women’s golf tournament hosted by Cho teau women golfers. Delores McDonald Connie Kirk and Noela Goodell shared top club prizes. Marion Baughten and others won event awards. Mrs Dellwo won nearest to hole. Mrs Baughten took longest drive. Mrs Sunder earned most strokes.
Teton County Women's Republican Club will meet at the Cornell Hotel in Choteau to plan a potluck supper on July 27. Dr. Keller, state central committee chairman, will be the guest speaker at the event.
Ernest W. White of Libby recently filed for justice of the peace on the Republican ticket in Lincoln County. He is the son of Mrs. Jesse White of Choteau.
Choteau High School’s Ameri can Field Service chapter aims to raise $750 to bring a Spanish senior student to Choteau for a year. Nearly $150 is still needed by July 15. Contributions may be left with Robert Gronberg at Citizens State Bank or at post office receptions. Local AFS representatives include Susan Inbody Diane McClue Karen Murphy Dianne Robbins Hope Hensley Betty Connore Randy Erickson Gary Olson Dennis Van Auken and Dick Zier.
Maurice J. Ullom, Republican and Pondera County incumbent, announces candidacy for District 20 Senate covering Teton Pondera and Toole counties. A former Pondera senator, WWII veteran, town manager of Montana Power, and longtime Conrad civic leader, he chairs School District No. 10 and serves on the Pondera Pioneer Home board.
Mr and Mrs Dave Beckrich and their son Havre spent the Fourth of July weekend visiting in Choteau.
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