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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1914
Page
2
A dairy bulletin stresses cooling milk immediately after milking to 50 degrees and keeping cream at or below that temperature. It recommends methods using running water at about 50 degrees, stirring to exchange cooler cream, and flushing the can with fresh water. Regular delivery to the creamery and grading by quality are urged to secure higher prices. G. IL. Martin notes old cream spoils butter and a rapid cooling plan improves outcomes.
The shooting at Park and Wyoming streets left hundreds astonished as Dave Steward killed Edward Miller after following him over a $2.30 security debt. Steward then fired three more rounds at close range before being halted by Patrolman Phil Pella. Steward claimed Miller had threatened to slash him.
Idaho Fred N Cranholm Rupert seeks gates and irrigation canal device. Washington Walter Harling Bryn Mayr Coin controller vending directory cabinet. Oregon Noah Yoder Hubbard fence wire holder.
In poker, a flush beats a straight, which helps explain why some players would rather pursue a flush than a straight. The statement notes the relative strength of hands and hints at strategic choices based on hand rankings.
An eight page American Forestry Association circular cites 785000 lumber industry workers earning 367 million dollars yearly, products worth 1.25 billion, and forests covering 550 million acres. It notes 7000 lives lost yearly to forest fires, 50 million dollars in insect and disease damage, and numerous flood losses, while touting improved management, early detection, and potential annual incomes of 65 million from forest planting and 100 million saved from timber preservation.
A Baltimore Sun writer laments feminism's growth and questions the presence of men in the country. He notes that trousers factories are operating at full tilt, implying male labor remains in demand despite social changes.
A fragment shows a humorous dialogue about a dish tasted by the speaker and a cook describing a scorched meal. The exchange nicknames Canibal King and Cook appear in a playful quarrel over the lunch incident.
A New York World quote warns the Interstate Commerce Commission delay on a freight-rate decision risks near bankruptcy of the United States treasury. The remark highlights concerns over prolonged regulatory indecision impacting national finances.
Local note quotes a dramatic plea as one party seeks aid to influence a husband on a matter described as a key to an interesting situation. The exchange highlights social dynamics and the potential for involvement in a domestic matter reported by the Houston Post.
A Great Falls list outlines proposed construction this spring and summer with a total of major structures and estimates. Highlights include a Masonic Temple at 85,000 dollars, Milwaukee depot at 250,000, American Brewing at 150,000, and the Federal building addition at 100,000, plus several blocks and company buildings ranging from 15,000 to 175,000 dollars.
Miles City Chamber of Commerce endorses a $1000 cash grant to promote an eastern Montana corn exposition to be held in December. Cash prizes for corn, plus hundreds of dollars in machinery cups and prizes donated by local firms and eastern implement houses, are promised.
Helena was selected as the next convention city by the Montana State Council Knights of Columbus. At the sixth annual lodge convention 35 members were initiated and the degree team included Thomas Cerblay of Great Falls and District Deputy Edgar J. Trainor of Lewistown. A banquet for about 200 members followed with a reception and ball to conclude the program.
Miles City and other towns mobilized hundreds of men to work the trail road from the Twin Cities to the National Park. Ismay 150 volunteers, Terry 200, Baker 200, Pievna 100, Miles City 200, with Forsyth Rosebud Cartersville and smaller places reporting strong effort.
Wheat and grain fields look at their best as grasses and grains lead other seasons by one to two weeks. W. H. Merriman Northern Pacific division freight and passenger agent reports the ahead schedule after a two day trip.
Bozeman Tobey Mallory arrested in Wyoming and returned by Deputy Henry Ferguson for horse stealing pleaded not guilty at preliminary hearing and was bound over to district court with $1,000 bond he could not furnish.
District Attorney B K B Wheeler files two suits against the Great Northern for keeping telegraphers at posts beyond nine hours. Fines of one thousand dollars are sought in each action.
Great Falls plans a modern moving picture theater as the city and the state capital of Montana anticipate interest from the public and officials.
Glendive reports W. P. Westfall has been arrested on charges of forging checks totaling nearly 150 dollars. Authorities say the suspect is in custody awaiting further action.
William McKinney a ranchman and rural mail carrier from Decker and his two young children drowned when a homemade raft capsized while crossing Tongue river near their home. The raft was used to travel between house and garden and the bodies have not been recovered.
Advice from D W Frear of Colorado Agricultural College on planning cropping systems to distribute man and horse labor evenly. Choose crops to minimize idle horses and ensure steady year long work from spring planting to fall harvest.
A brief Trade Journal item notes a rush at a shoe shop where two progressive customers left without being waited on. The Shoeman boasts he takes customers' shoes as soon as they arrive, implying quick turnover and a tense service dynamic.
A brief exchange reveals a woman deflects the question about suffrage by stating she lacks time to vote. When pressed, she says she would support the same man she has backed for ten years, namely her husband.
The Washington Star quote captures a farmer’s reply about ongoing local concerns and his son Josh working on a commencement ovation project. The exchange hints at daily life and emerging community events shaping public discourse.
We have been striving to win public confidence for a long time. We have succeeded because we do good work at moderate prices. Every job is carried to a successful conclusion with no half measures. The best material is used and only skilled workmen are employed.
Store offers a full millinery selection with hats for ladies and misses and keeps fresh fruit and candies on hand. Also accepts orders for tailor made ladies hats and garments at the shop.
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