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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1917
Page
8
The Farmington community reports a flax fibre mill at Havre and flax straw selling for 8 dollars a ton. May records show 3.5 inches of moisture and a wet month. School changes, local visits, and social events fill the bench scenes with exams, dinners, and church services.
T. L. Bench Dina Johanns and John Standish completed the 8th grade county examinations at Chateau last Thursday and Friday. Van Kuiken and family departed Tuesday for Fort Benton to visit Mrs. Van Kuiken’s sister who has been ill, then plan trips to Idaho and the coast states. Wiseman schoolhouse entertainment moved to Thursday evening with all invited. T. S. Gap program last Saturday drew a large crowd though dancers were disappointed by a missing orchestra. Marie Janszen spent the weekend with P. P. Huidekoper. Conrad Smitt and family traveled to Chateau Monday with Mr. Cadwalder and family. Mr. Zeigler returned from Miles City and took over the Van Kuiken place. Azlenn Wiseman made a brief visit to Choteau.
Reports list a baby born to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Aulzhammer. Agnes Anderson hosted the Ladies Aid and Country Club on May 24. Mrs. A I F Noreen injured after falling from a wagon. LeRoy Billings family enjoys a new motor car. Earl J Steves family and Vernon visited Alvin Hall. Chas Moulton and children returned from Nebraska. Earl Steves suffered a left arm fracture after a horse kick. treated at Choteau hospital by Dr. Rhoads. Fred Lincoln, Vern Steves, and Mrs. Steves traveled to Choteau on business. Sunday schools from Dutton, Brady, Power, Collins plan a July 4 program and picnic on the Teton. Henry Brammer’s horse lost. Mr. Roberts works with a plow engine. Le Garretts arrive from Washington with household goods and farm implements to settle on their ranch. J C Ferris begins plowing on his new ranch.
A reader recalls attending a theater with a friend who mistook The Little Brown Jug for the national anthem and stood, prompting a lighthearted remark about the friend's miscue as reported by the Arkansas Gazette.
A cautious note that the Hindenburg remains as elusive as tomorrow with each line reported by the allies showing a different development.
The remark suggests Count von Bernstorff has retired to a tranquil country estate he mentioned prior to his departure from the United States.
The passage argues it is preferable to be governed by one’s own government for a few months than under Germany. It notes a current demand only for meat, specifically pork to support hog production, and asserts German soldiers fight gallantly to uphold the divine right of despotism.
A military planning note argues that firm resolve and coordinated effort can counter submarine threats. It outlines strategic intent and calls for new patrols, improved detection, and international cooperation to safeguard sea lanes.
Power items report the secret Friday evening marriage of Miss Helen Lietz and Mr. Lloyd Trettin at the bride's home with Rev H Lietz and Oscar Lietz as attendants. Music by Charlotte Carver accompanied vows under white bells. guests later dined at a four course supper for about 30.
Notice that 1917 licenses are now on sale. Ladies over 18 and boys over 14 must have a license when fishing or hunting. Inquiries at stores newspaper offices or justices of the peace. J. T. Moore Deputy Game Warden Choteau Montana.
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