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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1932
Page
2
Citizens of Choteau anticipate a new fire truck that adds mobility and faster response to fires. The piece notes existing water supply hose and hydrants, praises council and fire chief planning, and stresses fire protection as a vital community asset with prudent funding for equipment and prevention.
An editorial reflects on election history from 1912 to 1928 and looks to the Roosevelt and Hoover transition. It lauds the national spirit, war fears, and public service as it urges unity and faith in future leadership.
A Saturday dance for the local school fund drew a large Pendroy crowd with Miss Hanusa sponsoring. Mrs. Nick Wellenstein hosted a Friday bridge luncheon honoring visitors Mrs. Stricklen and Mrs. Keyes, with Mrs. Lewis winning high score and prizes for guests. H. D. club met at Mrs. Jones to plan a dinner and program. Visitors included Mr. and Mrs. Dover, Mrs. Bolsinger, and Miss Kittinger. Sunday school and church drew a large attendance. Mrs. Carl Olson won a blanket prize.
Mr and Mrs John Spreeuw welcomed a baby girl October 23 at the Herman Toren home. The community mourned Charles Shelton Sr who died after hospital care at Chateau. A large funeral crowd gathered Sunday afternoon. Wellenstein and Campbell on the sick list with flu.
W B Wiley of the Lewis and Clark forest notes reduced damage area burned and firefighting costs in 1932 versus 1931 across Montana northern Idaho and eastern Washington. The Missoula regional office calls 1932 more favorable climatically and presents 1932 figures: 162 268 in suppression costs 14 018 in damage 15 156 acres burned 803 lightning fires 400 man caused fires total 1 203 fires started. 41 percent of man caused fires from careless smokers 20 percent incendiary 17 percent camp fires.
A Thursday bridge luncheon brought Mrs. G. C. Core Mrs. T. O. Larson and Mrs. J. J. Hannan of Choteau plus local guests. Mrs Earles and Mrs Core won the prize as four tables competed. Miss Kittinger and Mrs Fuller led and Mrs Talbert took the consolation. A mass meeting, Halloween party for Donald and Weldon, and several visits among townsfolk followed into the weekend with trips to Great Falls and surrounding areas.
Alexander Burrell, administrator of the estate of George Logan Burrell, deceased, announces a date for the transaction of business of said estate. George Cofby serves as attorney for the administrator. First publication October 28 with final notice November 17.
Dayton resident Mrs Betty Luedeke reports losing ten pounds in seven days using Kruschen. The advertisement claims a half teaspoon in hot water each morning before breakfast and modest dietary changes will safely reduce fat and that a four week bottle costs little.
A clipped ad copy argues that Kruschen Salts are the safest fat loss method and warns against imitators while urging health safeguards. The text frames the product as a fat loss solution despite promotional hype.
Farmington residents hosted Sunday dinner at the J. G. Johnson home on the Porter beach. Local voters attended to cast ballots with Veda Thompson Lola Davidson Lee Oates and Rose ODay accompanying them. Farmers Union met and ordered a coal car. A party honored Master Morris Teterud for his seventh birthday with many attendees from nearby families. Elk hunting trips were noted for Ernest Clarence Carlson and Guy Johnson, as well as Gregor Tangen and Chris Swenson. The Ladies Aid plans a meeting November 16 with other residents volunteering work at elk camps. A rally for Democrats and Republicans drew many Farmington attendees at Bole, followed by a home talent play judged as a fine production.
Anna E Stafford of Chateau visited Relief Society. A stork shower honored Mrs Roy Stott at her home. Home Demonstration met at Mrs George Mortensen’s with large attendance. Several residents visited and trips noted including mountains trip by Ed Hansen and Dell Green. Local families and visiting relatives shared events and programs at the church gathering led by Mrs Margaret Moore.
A brief opinion notes that while people tend to fault others, athletes and game people show more human traits than others, suggesting a gentler side among competitors. The piece reflects on character under pressure and sportsmanship in competitive environments.
Clarence Connor applies to the Teton County Montana treasurer on December 15 1932 for a tax deed to Lots 2 3 SE4Z NWY ESWhf W% SEY SE% SE Section 18 and NE% NW Section 19 Township 27 North Range 8 West M M. Amount due 266.37. Dated November 3 1932 with public notices in November.
Notice to creditors and all persons having claims against the estate of George Logan Burrell deceased requires them to exhibit claims with vouchers within four months after first publication to the administrator at the office of George Coffey Larson Building Chateau Montana.
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