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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1911
Page
4
The text critiques a Pennsylvania dam breach causing heavy loss and property damage, faulting cost-cutting by a manufacturing company. It then praises Rear Admiral Schley for his naval service and generous nature, noting his comment on shared glory after the Battle of Santiago.
For the first time the referendum law in Montana is set for a trial as a labor dissatisfaction with the militia act prompts a petition to refer the law to voters. A large petition has been signed and the governor’s proclamation has been issued, signaling the public’s interest and the potential broader use of referendums and possibly initiatives, depending on the voters' character.
Montana and other western states show a marked decrease in shipments this year. The shift from range conditions to agriculture in Nebraska to Idaho has wiped out large cattle and sheep outfits. With big herds sold off, farmers lack time to rebuild, so beef and mutton prices are likely to rise, benefiting those who hold these commodities.
The state agricultural college at Bozewan offers a six month course in agriculture starting October. It aims to greatly benefit Montana agricultural interests. Previous courses were shorter, while rapid advances in scientific farming push more theory into practice.
The article notes Taft has done more to regulate trusts than any prior president and pledges to extend regulatory efforts. It praises his judicious yet firm courage and says his work proceeds quietly but effectively against criticism that regulation will hurt business.
The passage notes Nevada’s rough image for easy divorces, but finds Washington leads in the divorce rate while Montana closely follows. It concludes that Nevada’s reputation is eased somewhat by this ranking shift.
A longtime Teton county resident told the Acantha he has never seen as much moisture in August and September. Havre reports abnormally high rainfall while Great Falls notes normal moisture, with other northern areas showing similar trends.
A question notes a difference in living costs between Montana and the Middle West. It seeks the size of this gap or the specific amount by which Montana's cost of living diverges from its regional counterpart.
Montanans note higher East and Pacific prices compared with former times. Threshing is impeded by continued rain with crop work extending into December in the Chateau country. Spring grain and flax harvests are especially delayed as wet weather persists.
Reports from France and Germany indicate the United States is not alone in facing higher living costs. People in these countries take the issue more seriously, perhaps because the means to cope are less accessible.
The message welcomes President L. W. Hill as a new Montana resident and hopes he makes a trip to Chateau by stage before spending much time in the state.
Hope rises that a fiber mill at Great Falls will be realized as flax acreage expands in Teton county, making such an establishment a necessity for local growers and the economy.
Agricultural optimism grows as farmers push fall plowing ahead with ground conditions permitting. Officials anticipate a larger acreage for the coming year, with frost delaying only temporary stoppages.
A fresh railroad walkout threatens to burden travelers and shippers as negotiations stall, raising fears of elevated fares and delayed deliveries for everyday users.
Notice that the registry book for Teton county Montana closes at 5 p.m. on Tuesday October 24 1911 for electors in specified precincts for the November 4 1911 election. Conrad School District Precinct No 10 faces bond issuance of 6000 coupon bonds repayable in up to 15 years with redemption in 8 years and bearing interest at a rate to be stated.
Ballot measures in Bynum and Cuskey districts propose issuing combined bonds totaling 1 2 00 and 531 000 dollars respectively with terms up to 15 and 10 years and interest not to exceed 6 percent. Electors may register with the county clerk or justice of the peace before the election in Teton County Montana.
In the District Court of Montana Eighth Judicial District, Teton County, estate of Peter McCollum. Administrator E J Robinson petitions for sale of decedent real estate. judge orders all interested to appear December 1, 1911 at 10 a.m. at Chateau court to show why sale should not be granted. publication in Choteau Acantha for four weeks.
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