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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1916
Page
4
The item lists the Cho teau Montana publisher and subscription details, local services including carpentry bricklaying plastering and stone work, ice cream orders from Chateau Drug Co, wool market trip by Phil Cole and Wheeler Cole to Great Falls, and a political registration reminder noting that registration closes Saturday July 29.
A detailed discussion notes the expanding chautauqua movement with 1916 expected growth. About fifteen million attendees are projected for five thousand two hundred events, supported by hundreds of staff and notable figures. The article emphasizes the businesslike operations and nationwide influence of chautauquas.
Local ad urges homeowners to visit the St Anthony yard for 8S paint and linseed oil offers. It highlights home and barn painting options and invites customers to explore products and services available.
A republican candidate for county clerk pledges safe accurate record keeping, diligent fair administration, and fiscal economy if nominated and elected. He says he is adequately prepared for any job and seeks the community’s support for the growing county.
D. F. Mains declares his bid for state representative subject to Republican voters at the August 29 primary.
Samuel A Sollid announces his candidacy for the Montana House of Representatives on the Republican ticket. He pledges to use every proper means to win the primary election on August 29, 1916, and to serve Teton County and the state to the best of his ability.
Officials warn Chateau and nearby precinct voters to register to vote in the upcoming primary election. The notice emphasizes registration is required for eligibility and urges eligible residents to complete the process promptly.
The unnamed speaker announces candidacy for county attorney on the Democratic ticket. If nominated and elected, they pledge to faithfully and impartially perform the duties of the office as during the present term.
Announcements run in the column from insertion until the primary election on August 29 at regular advertising rates. Announcements accepted from candidates of all political parties. Rates payable in advance.
Marie Bowman announces candidacy for Teton County superintendent of schools in the Democratic primary on August 29 after fourteen years in education. She pledges efficient and economical office conduct if nominated and elected.
The speaker announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Sheriff of Teton county. He is a free holder and longtime resident of Lewis & Clarks, Cascade, stating readiness to submit to voters’ will.
A lifelong resident of Teton County declares thirty five years of Democratic affiliation. If nominated and elected, the speaker pledges to discharge the duties of the office honestly and faithfully.
A. B. Guthrie announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for county treasurer in Teton County. He notes fifteen years residency, party affiliation, and practical accounting knowledge, pledging an efficient and economical administration if elected.
H W Timothy announces as a Republican candidate for county treasurer in Teton County pending August primary approval. He notes 15 years as a bookkeeper and accountant and over two years at the county courthouse, pledging efficient administration if nominated and elected.
H A Prescott of Choteau Montana announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for county clerk and recorder. He states the primary will be held August 29 and pledges an efficient personal administration if nominated and elected.
I hereby announce myself as a candidate for a second term as representative subject to the decision of Republican voters at the primary election August 29 011. Charles S Donald.
In a public statement Miller declares he will run for re election in the upcoming primary on August 29, reversing an earlier decision to retire. He notes criticism from supporters after his initial announcement and confirms his candidacy for sheriff for a second term.
Olive Selin of Dutton Montana declares candidacy for county superintendent in the Democratic primary on August 29. She pledges full time devotion to the office, prioritizing better schools and fiscal economy in service of the people's interests.
R P Dean of Dupuyer Mont appears as a candidate for the office of sheriff in Teton county subject to the decision of Republican voters at the primary election to be held August 29.
A county attorney race centers on a candidate who is subject to the will of Republican voters. Supporters argue alignment with party principles while opponents warn of political influence shaping legal leadership.
R M Hattersley, a Montana lawyer since 1908 and longtime Republican, declares for August primary. He states seven years residency in the county and promises an efficient impartial administration if nominated and elected.
Tomato plants offered by WM. LANTZ in Box Elder Montana include Big, strong tomato plants at 100 for 2.50 and transplanted plants ready to bloom at 75 cents per dozen.
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