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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1940
Page
1
A columnist notes farmers will miss the Tuesday morning picnic day due to soggy ground and weed infestation. He reports finishing a fifty acre field before rain, two inches of rain in the week, and plans to begin tilling again tomorrow as wet soil hinders work.
A reader warns that starting today could keep farmers home on the annual picnic day. Many question belonging to the Farmers' Union while others plan to work to stay a day ahead of union members.
A narrator criticizes a farmer who does not belong to a farm organization or subscribe to a daily paper. The piece recalls a mail-box scene where no mail was found and laments a class of people who “jest set and think.” Weather hints show a three day rain ahead with a north wind and eerie wail.
Three days remain before the campaign drama escalates and the public awaits a winner. The writer notes no candidate speeches or platforms yet and doubts any can pinpoint the nation's problem or offer a workable remedy.
A speaker argues democracy is broken as citizens wreck it with two hostile forces. He cites a government contract ruined when a supplier faced a labor dispute and timely shipments failed, ruining the foreign perishables.
The author argues that government contracts lack excuses enforceability and champions a nonpolitical board to quickly resolve labor disputes. They condemn administration leaders for eight years and name Scala and Bioff as examples of underworld-backed labor influence and corruption.
The piece criticizes Seala a business executive in the international scrubwomen group who frequented upscale hotels at nine dollars a day. It credits Bud Pegler and two reporters for exposing the forty year old insurance scandal, faulting Hoover era investigators. It condemns holier than thou rhetoric from the packing industry.
A fragment notes space and seriousness about Uncle Sam's conduct, hinting at broader tragic implications. The terse line suggests critique of national actions and their somber consequences without detailing specifics.
Teton County will host an agricultural exhibit at the North Montana State Fair with educational themes. Joe Lindseth and the Future Farmers of America prepare the display, highlighting planning committees and local forage crops, with judging criteria and entry encouragement for farmers and ranchers.
Miss Alice Johnson daughter of Mrs. Martin Johnson of Fairfield wed J C Salmond son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Salmond of Chateau in a Butte ceremony on May 23. Rev Mills of Butte officiated. The bride a Power high school graduate 1934 and Great Falls Commercial College alumna has worked in the Choteau county assessor's office. The groom, a Teton County High School graduate, studied in Billings and Bozeman and runs the Salmond ranch about 20 miles west of Choteau. They will live on the ranch after the first of the month.
A large crowd gathered last Saturday for the final trade day drawing totaling 100 in prizes. Winners include Terry Tennant of Eddie's Toggery who won 50, Mrs. C. Lestrud of Chateau Food Market who won 25, Mrs. Dewar of Choteau Food Market who won 10, and several 5 prizes to Mrs. Elmer Cardell Cho teau Drug Co Joan Allen Eddie's Toggery and Mrs. D. Mathews Rice Auto Court.
The speaker ridicules a public figure's grandiose claim to save the world and mocks past statements by noting failures to prove simple acts. The critique emphasizes arrogance and past missteps, comparing them to putting a foot in one’s mouth.
The passage contrasts the Maginot line as once impregnable and now obsolete. It speculates on future air transports that could place men and equipment anywhere. A metaphor of fledglings in a blacksmith shop suggests rapid human progress and uncertain outcomes.
Sheriff A. O. Peterson reported a crowded county jail as four guests occupied the facility. R. B. Jackson serves 30 days for passing a worthless check. John Ruff, Greenfield farmer, bound over to district court for second degree assault on his wife. Theodore Goodman, Dutton, held for disturbing the peace and beating his wife. Jimmie Campbell arrested for DUI. 50 day suspended sentence with license revocation.
Final weekend filings tighten the Republican race for county assessor with Tommy Moore submitting a petition and Ed Bammel edging in just before deadline. H. M. Daley files for clerk of court with no opposition, promising continued efficient service. J. G. Jackson and A. Clearman also file for justice of the peace on the ticket.
Glacier National Park expects a good season as Chief Ranger George W. Miller reports a 21 percent rise in visitors through June 15, 1940 versus the prior year. Two rangers with patrol cars assigned to Going-to-the-Sun Highway will aid traffic control and assist motorists. The total visitors by June 15 stood at 21,875 with 9,880 entering the west entrance and 7,713 at St. Mary.
Margaret Habel daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Habel of Great Falls formerly Stock ett wed Emerick Joramo son of Mr and Mrs Paul Joramo of Bynum in a 730 pm June 10 ceremony at Rev J A Martins home Great Falls Attending were Josephine Habel and Mr and Mrs Matt Kjelsrud The couple will reside in Bynum after a brief wedding trip The bride wore a dusty rose street length jacket dress with her sister in navy blue attire providing the bridal party color contrast
Barbara Hutton, famed socialite known for her marriages, passed through Chateau with a circle of friends in two Packard cars. At Glacier Park she was spotted by Lynn Baker but did not stop, and the party moved on.
The annual 4-H picnic is Sunday in Dutton Lions Park with lunch for 5c per cup or 10c per quart if you bring a container. Program starts 1:30 PM with musical numbers, sports events for all ages, and a county-wide baseball and softball game. Proceeds fund delegates to Bozeman and Chicago. all 4-H families and friends are invited.
The local all star softball team faces Pendroy tonight at 7 on the high school field. Sixteen players were chosen by managers for their hitting and fielding skills this season, with a mix of notable local names listed. Pendroy has played for weeks and split last year’s turnout with the locals in a return game. There is no charge, and a good crowd is hoped for as Rexall Drug and Chateau Food remain undefeated in league play. Matches are held Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
Cap Peterson witnessed a pheasant defend its young near Great Falls when a rattlesnake attacked a brood. The hen pheasant fought back, landing decisive strikes and driving the snake off, a scene noted as a striking display of motherly ferocity for nature lovers.
Wm. Gaffney, head forest ranger, says the forest office will move on the first of July from the Larson building to the old Chateau Implement Co buildings owned by Home Oil Co. Plans include a new streetfacing office on the south side and upstairs improvements. Once completed, all equipment and supplies will fit in the single building, improving efficiency.
Plans take shape for the county fair with 4-H members and Future Farmers departments of local high schools. The fair runs August 80 31, features Junior and open classes for sheaf forage exhibits and grains, threshed and sheaf. Farmers are urged to prepare exhibits as they mature. premium lists will be available soon.
Miss Margaret Nagle of Teton county calls a Red Cross meeting for Monday June 24 at 8 p m in the Chateau court house to elect officers and organize for war relief. Chairman Norman H. Davis clarifies that the $50 million relief bill does not fund the Red Cross and that donations remain voluntary.
Maynard Hospital reports Francis Graffin of Browning admitted as surgical patient on Tuesday. A son born to Mr and Mrs Erwin Wols sner of Dupuyer on Tuesday. Pendray resident Mrs Frank Newman admitted as medical patient Tuesday. Alex Walker dismissed Saturday. Simms resident Mrs L J Wiseman admitted as medical patient Friday. Agawam couple Mrs Everett Breeding and infant son dismissed Tuesday. Vollier residents Mrs Ernest Lauffer and infant daughter dismissed Wednesday. Agawam resident Mrs Ed Kirkaldie acted as surgical patient Wednesday. Chateau Hospital records birth for Mr W A Rendicker and Mrs Fairfield a boy on Saturday. Augusta resident Mrs J H Harris admitted as medical patient Saturday and dismissed same day. Denzil McDonald had tonsillectomy Saturday and dismissed Monday. Joe Anderson admitted as medical patient Monday. August Arndt admitted as medical patient Tuesday. Mrs George Edwards and infant son dismissed Sunday.
The Chamber of Commerce led event in Chateau announces a two day Independence Day celebration on July 3 and 4. July 3 features baseball, Model T races, roller skating, and dancing to Vern Paulson and his Rhythm Benders with horse races dropped due to entry shortages. July 4 opens with a parade and kiddie pet and hobby show, street sports, a 1:30 pm thrill program including motorcycle daredevil acts and a wall crash, more Model T races, and a fireworks display followed by dancing. Bud Taylor handles Model T entries at the Taylor Garage.
George Sollid of Dutton named county chairman of the Norwegian Relief Incorporated a nationwide drive to raise funds for needy Norwegians including war victims. The effort coordinates with U S Senator Alexander Wiley the State Department and Oslo American Legation to create a trusted Norwegian committee to handle funds in occupied Norway. Local solicitors T O Larson Andrew Ringen Mrs Chris Swenby and Sollid are organized with Dutton already contributing 113.00 to headquarters.
Last minute filings for precinct committeemen and committeewomen were made in Clerk Geo A Carrolls office. Democratic nominees include Jacob Luinstra Gerald Ditto John Ammondson Mrs Frank McLean Charlotte Crary Claista Caskey W J Earls Mrs W J Earls Calvin Wixom Johanna Wuest. Agawam. Republican nominees include C H Crane Collins L B Pendroy Mrs J R Jones Pendroy Lucy R Stott Bynum Mrs C M Swenson Farmington Ernest W Schultz Diamond Valley. No nominating petitions were received for Doheny Dry Forks Spring Valley Belleview Blackleaf.
The Teton County Sportsmen Association schedules its regular meeting Friday at 8 p m in the court house. The program includes wildlife films by George Sollid of Swan Lake area and local scenes by Hampton Bloom. The meeting will not address business and all members and interested parties are urged to attend.
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