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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1940
Page
1
Jean reflects on recent events and presidential candidates, planning sympathy for Roosevelt Wallace and Willkie McNary, then shifts to praising the Linn family's high school Chateau performance as more deserving of sympathy. He notes life’s fools gold and quartz, valuing the precious stones found along the way.
The Sinn family showcased a remarkable performance Saturday night at the high school. Mr Sinn led eight children from four to twenty in a troupe praised as outstanding and possibly unsurpassed in Chateau.
The elder sister performed a solo on piano with one hand, drawing remarkable music. She sang well and impressed as an impersonator. A sister on saxophone and violin impressed if her sax equals her violin. The performer, three time Wyoming state champion, also did a solo dance. Another sister with a charming smile stood by a bass viol, plucking strings with right fingers.
A sister trio showcased strong talent with a trumpet player and a dancer who performed a Hawaiian routine and acrobatic dance. The lead performer impressed as a potential feature in a major orchestra and was praised as a master of her art.
A reviewer notes a lass performing a flowing white costume solo dance with an Egyptian East Indian style routine. The eleven year old son follows with drums and an improvised instrument resembling a marimba and xylophone, playing Nola and Flight of the Bumblebee. Gene Krupa may need to watch the youngster.
Two young sisters approximately six and eight performed in harmony rivaling seasoned vocalists, with the evening’s highlight featuring Bonnie Baker singing Oh Johnny.
Mr Sinn directed the program and showcased a splendid voice with a solo. He credited his entire organization and especially his grandpa, recounting stories about him throughout the evening. He conducted himself as a fine gentleman and a scholar.
Funeral services for Johny Howard 83 Montana pioneer and father of Ww. E. Howard were held at 10 a m Monday in Great Falls with burial in Highland cemetery. He died after a yearlong illness at his son's home. Born October 29 1857 in Minnesota he moved to Montana in 1889 working for Great Northern and later for the city park department helping lay out early parks. He later worked at the Great Northern shops and as a land scapeist at Meadow Lark Country club. Surviving are a son a daughter Mrs May Holfeld and eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren
County agricultural conservation chairman W H Wellenstein announces that of an estimated $180000 under the 1940 price adjustment plan, $176000 has been paid to Teton county farmers with the remainder to follow. He explains parity payments as part of the Triple A farm program to stabilize farmers income alongside wheat loans and other measures. He stresses that secure agriculture strengthens the nation and provides a firm foundation for food and fiber production.
W H Wellenstein reports Montana farmers and ranchers have built about 8 000 dams since 1936 under farm and range programs to conserve water and reduce erosion. Dams provide summer stock water, improve range grazing, support wildlife, and extend water storage across drainage areas. He notes plans to add more dams as 1940 figures become available.
The speaker recalls a prior judgment of a traveler whose presence brings happiness laughter song and beer into music and culture as he moves across the globe, a view that was confirmed this past Saturday by observers noting his enduring influence.
Two men faced Judge R M Hattersley in district court Augusta on charges tied to a local minor case and petit larceny. James Mazzio 21 of the Bronx a CCC camp member pleaded guilty to statutory rape and received three years hard labor at Deer Lodge. William Grey a transient pled guilty to passing worthless checks and drew one year in the penitentiary.
Cecil D. Yeager of Chateau Montana received a telegram from the Naval Hospital at Guanatanamo Bay Cuba reporting his son William Woodrow Yeager a fireman first class USN admitted seriously ill with extensive second degree burns on back and extremities. The family has no further word and hopes for better news.
Keith Vick son of Rev and Mrs F Vick of this city lost a close decision in the 152 pound class at the Heisey Memorial amateur card in Great Falls Monday night. D M Bell manager of St Anthony and Dakota Lumberyard coached Vick and was in his corner as second. Geo A Carroll arranged the match and hopes to revive amateur boxing in Chateau and Teton county.
Mr and Mrs R A Harris mourn the death of their son Darwin Holman at the family home. Pneumonia caused his death after a five day illness. Born May 3 1938 in Chateau he is survived by three sisters Ruth Mary Ann Velma and three brothers Robert Van Gerald all at home. Funeral at the L D S church in Bynum with burial there.
The Chateau Women's club hosts its third general meeting of the season in the public school library room on November 19. Mrs. Carl Malone is program chairman with National Book Week themed events. Mrs. EK. J. Crary reviews newer film adaptations and there are musical numbers. lunch is served by Mesdames Nelson Banks Gaffney and Stearns.
Notice states the paper will appear a day earlier next week because of Thanksgiving. All advertising copy should be ready by Monday or early Tuesday, and rural correspondents are asked to mail their copy so it reaches the office by Tuesday.
The state canvassing board meets December 2 to conduct the official survey of the general election vote. With an unprecedented heavy vote in the state's history the tallying work is expected to take substantial time. Board members include the secretary of state the state treasurer the state auditor and the attorney general.
Dr. W. J. Butler stated that many Montana boys and girls will represent the state at the international livestock exposition in Chicago from November 30 to December 7. He sits on the exposition board and noted the 19th annual 4-H club congress will accompany the event.
Robert Cooney Montana state big game manager reports the sheep study along the Kootenai River above Libby is progressing well. Conducted by the state fish and game department, the study aids repopulation efforts for Montana's mountain sheep population.
A U S Geological Survey crew completed stream flow measurements on rivers entering Montana from Wyoming. Junior engineer J D Goshorn said the Big Horn showed a sharp decrease in flow versus 1938 and 1939, signaling drier conditions.
Dr. W. J. Butler Montana state veterinarian reports diphtheria conditions in several calves. He notes the condition is infrequent and not alarming, with excellent results obtained from sulfapyridine as a treatment.
State Fish and Game Warden James A. Weaver said Montana's elk and deer kills are better than last season. Deer hunts in some localities are exceptionally good despite snowless weather, indicating an improved overall harvest.
The Legion Auxiliary committee finalized January 10 for the annual spelling bee. Mrs. Chris Beck chairs the effort with Mrs. Bert Packer and Mrs. L. Kempton assisting as they recruit merchant sponsors and plan a program of local talent alongside the spelling competition with prizes for the champion spellers.
Irving Gray, arrested in Helena on October 26 on a warrant from County Attorney B. I. Packer, was arraigned October 28 and pleaded not guilty to theft of government property. On November 7 before Justice R. A. Clearman he changed to a guilty plea and received a 20 day jail term with 10 days suspended.
Maynard Bret Read entered as medical patient Sunday. Mrs. John Jaconette reentered as surgical patient Saturday. Mrs. C. M. Rogers entered as medical patient Sunday. Mrs. Dave Salois of Dupuyer dismissed Tuesday. Born to Reinhardt Arensmeyer and wife of Farmington a son Choteau Hospital. Rolf Porter of Choteau dismissed Thursday. Marlow Randall admitted Thursday as medical patient.
A. J. Moore, manager, calls all registrants to visit the office for re-registration on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday November 14, 15, or 16.
The Chateau I. C. O. F. lodge holds its regular meeting on Tuesday November 19 at 7 30 PM in the hall Nomination of officers will take place during the session.
Teton county has set a single draft quota for the first call on November 17 with seventy five questionnaires sent to the initial 75 order numbers. Selected registrants must report to Fort Missoula by November 19. Doughty, secretary of the local board, urges legible responses and notes eight page forms require health, occupation, income, dependents, and other details. Trainees from Montana proceed to the induction station at Missoula and then to Fort Lewis Washington.
The junior class at the high school selected You're the Doctor a three act farce by Katharine Kavanaugh with Miss Cleo Buck directing. Sylvester Schaefer leads as Bob Morrison alongside Peggy Knotts Don Mc Ginnis and others in supporting roles. Music will be provided between acts by Maxine Sturgis Billy Reiquam and a group under Miss Roholt with Hoddie Cunningham singing between acts. A full cast and production date will be announced later.
Fairfield will conduct a municipal election on Saturday February 1 1941 after incorporation as a town. Voters will elect a mayor and two aldermen per ward. Local residents prepare candidate slates and registration closes December 13.
The Masonic lodge has scheduled four winter season parties starting at 7 PM with dinner followed by a program and dancing. The dates are November 30, January 11, February 22 for a George Washington party, and March 29.
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