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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1957
Page
8
Wheat growers vote June 20 on two key issues whether marketing quotas for the 1958 wheat crop will take effect with penalties for excess production and the level of price support for compliant farmers. Kolstad notes a two thirds vote needed to approve quotas with a 45 percent penalty rate and a minimum $1.78 per bushel price support if quotas pass.
American Legion Auxiliary launches a national poppy drive on Saturday May 25. Volunteers will distribute bright red poppies to honor fallen soldiers and raise funds for disabled veterans and children of veterans across communities.
A Montana Press Women gathering met at the YWCA in Great Falls led by Lula Cobb Jones of Billings. Attendees included Carol Myers, Kay Kulman of Billings and Helen Clarke. Ro bert McCaig spoke on western research and presentation. Frances Rudd showcased prize slides. Alice Erwin from Choteau contributed a winning state column in 1955.
I express my deep appreciation for the many cards gifts and flowers and those who visited me during my recent stay in the hospital as well as my thanks to Dr Crary and the hospital staff Mrs Ann Luinstra.
The Chateau city council at a special meeting discussed the Cowgill addition sewer extension and authorized Obert Peterson to meet with Moose Lodge officials about lodge connections. The council designated the week of May 27 as official cleanup week and urged resident cooperation.
Approval portion of the est Service for one year starting July 1, 1957 was discussed. The city fathers discussed the water rate increase but no action was taken at the Monday night meeting. Building permits were granted to Ed Obernelle for a mercantile building on lots 26 27 28 block 13 Hirshberg's addition and to Charles W Allen for a new residence on lots 6 7 and 8 block 22 Sherburne's addition. rg tibetan quomset building at
The Agricultural Experiment Station at Bozeman details Moravian barley in a county extension office statement. Moravian is a white seeded, rough awned, two rowed variety with small but plump seeds. The straw is tall and moderately stiff and the variety is midseason in maturity.
A terse local survey notes maturity areas as among the lowest in tyro communities. Officials cite slow development, limited resources, and delayed programs. Residents call for clearer guidance and faster progress before year’s end.
The LDS Relief Society wraps up its 1966 57 season with two more lesson sessions at the Bynum L D church then shifts to monthly work days for members.
The event featured various musical numbers and displays of hand crafts from multiple Great Falls district branches. Attendees found the meeting worthwhile and informative as they observed the diverse exhibits. Mrs Albena Bauer of Long Beach California returned Monday night from Medicine Hat and Grassy Lake Alberta after visiting relatives. Mrs McMaster and Mrs Bauer plan trips to North and South Dakota before returning to Choteau for a longer stay.
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