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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1920
Page
1
President Wilson withdraws government control of coal prices to absorb the 27 percent miner wage rise and urges operators and miners to settle on the majority report basis. He warns against price gouging while noting coal shortages and winter demand.
A very large crowd attended the spring opening and style show at the Choteau Mercantile Co on a near perfect weather day. Tickets given by the store for free admission to Royal theater performances boosted theater attendance with three afternoon shows. New spring goods for ladies and gents were displayed and the event described as a huge success.
In district court Judge Greene presided with court reporter Dudley Crowther. The State of Montana vs William W. Simmons on defacing a brand occupied Tuesday and Wednesday, jury verdict not guilty at midnight. The State vs T M Madden grand larceny was dismissed. State vs Joan S Lillard obtaining money under false pretenses was dismissed. Trials of Adolph St German and Geo Willett for grand larceny proceed today.
Fairfield Times reports Sun River project manager Geo O Sanford announced in Fairfield that at least 148000 will be available this year from the reclamation fund. About 50000 is expected for operations and maintenance, with the rest funding distribution works for unit two, enlarging Pishkun reservoir, and beginning storage reservoirs in the mountains.
Church notes outline Palm Sunday services led by Pastor Harry T. Storg with 10 30 worship, 11 30 Sunday school, 6 30 Epworth League, and 7 30 evening services. Palm Sunday aims for large attendance and Easter planning, with special evening meetings daily except Saturday and next week. Invitations extended to Epworth League, faculty, students, and Personal Workers class attendees.
The district court in Teton approved eliminating about 6000 acres from the proposed Bynum Irrigation District after surveys showed those lands could not be irrigated. The hearing adjourned to next Saturday to allow decree preparation, with Judge J. J. Greene to sign the decree and appoint five water commissioners. No opposition or opposing testimony was offered. Counsel for petitioners included Phil I. Cole and T. B. Weir. engineers S. B. Robbins and R. James testified on feasibility.
Petitions for presidential electors and delegates to national conventions must be filed by April 3 in the secretary of state's office. Two parties are fielding candidates with eight delegates and four electors each. Republicans list 15 delegate candidates and 1 elector. Democrats have 6 delegates and no electors yet. Election set for April 28.
Weather records from Havre indicate that, over the past ten years, strong crop yields followed seasons with normal snowfall. The current season’s snowfall near the 40 year average suggests potential for adequate crop results, though the relation between snow and yield remains uncertain due to many influencing factors.
Palm Sunday services are scheduled for March 28 at 10 30 am and 7 30 pm. Easter services will be held April 4 with morning and 7 30 pm services. Good Friday service on April 2 at 7 30 pm. Sunday school at 11 30. Public invited by Clergyman WM Elliott.
Washington March 19 The House passed the army reorganization measure by 246 to 92 approving a peace time army of 299000 enlisted men and 17800 officers. The bill preserves the 1918 defense act framework and carries wartime flexibility into the permanent establishment.
The notice sets school district No. 1 trustees to be elected April 3 for three and two year terms. J. C. Morgan and E. N. Haugen seek re election. City elections April 15 include mayor and aldermen from wards one and two. Mayor Morgan seeks re election and J G Jackson may run for second ward. Flynn not in town. reelection likely.
Farmington notices list the South Sewing Circle meeting with Mrs Schnee on April 1 and the Ladies Aid gathering with Mrs Kreuger on March 31. Easter program planned at the church April 2, while the Woman's Auxiliary presents the Suffragettes Convention on March 27.
The Belleview report notes frayed and cut fences along the roads between Chateau and the mountains, hindering traffic. Local landowners keep roads passable while heavy hay and grain teams move constantly. road graders are missed.
Deputy County Clerk Jas. S. Innes and Auditor Wm. Webb spent two days posting notices through the county for the preferential primary to be held April 23. Innes covered the north end while Webb handled the south portion.
Mrs. Chester Hale accepts a post in the office store. Attorney D W Doyle of Great Falls attends district court cases. James W Freeman also attends court matters. Home nursing course to begin March 29 in Stockmen’s State Bank basement. Elmer Genger of Fairfield among Chateau visitors. Mr and Mrs Buell Roll and baby move to Fairfield for a new implement firm position. Mrs Henry Kelly ill with influenza relapse. W D Jones candidate for county commissioner visits. County Surveyor Daley resigns effective April 1. no replacement yet. Pink tea March 26 at M E church parlors invites two guests per industrial member. 25c charge. 80 acres north of Fairfield sold at $100 per acre to Peter Gaare. Chateau Mercantile Co expects seed potatoes. prices later. Mona Washburn visits from Great Falls. returns Monday. Death of infant of Mr and Mrs George Sollid. funeral at Great Falls Lutheran church. Dance for visiting teachers well attended. jvach served in domestic science. C Porter transferred to Shasta National Forest at Sissons, California. family to join in summer. Mrs H D Cameron dies of diabetes. funeral arrangements pending sister’s arrival from Detroit. Farmers returning home from other regions. warm weather may bring an early crop. ample moisture noted. Prof Thomas A Spaulding, former Lewis & Clark forest supervisor, visiting Chateau. now forestry professor at state university, campaigns for tax mill levy and bond issue. districts set for fall election. J B Hodgskiss chair for Teton. Archie Leech for Pondera. Judson for Glacier. Payne Templeton for Toole.
Washington March 19 The Versailles treaty failed of ratification for the fourth time as the Senate sent it back to President Wilson with a declaration of refusal to advise and consent. The final vote was 49 to 36 with 21 Democrats voting for ratification but short of the two thirds. Leaders say no further effort will be made while Senate membership remains unchanged. The next move is a declaration of peace to end war status.
The Annual City Election for Chateau Montana will be held Monday April 15 1920. A Mayor and two aldermen, one from each ward, will be elected for two year terms. First Ward polling at City Clerk’s Office Larson Block. Second Ward polling at County Treasurer’s Court House. Polls open 8 am to 6 pm.
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