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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1906
Page
1
A fragmented column reflects on weather, costs, elections, and improvements in Chateau. It recalls a postponed weddings rush, scarce housing, a steeple completion, and a Goddess of Liberty ready for electric light. The piece recalls Cuban and English twists, then records a lost high school baseball game by 68 runs.
Attorney General Galen opines that Montana state district court clerks may keep half of all fees collected under the June 29 1906 naturalization act until they reach three thousand dollars. After that amount is reached, all such fees must be accounted for and paid to the Bureau of Immigration and Naturalization.
In a letter from Sen ator Fletcher Maddox to Democratic chairman David Browne the Republican State Central Committee rejects a joint debate between Walsh and Pray. Maddox cites busy schedules and argues Roosevelt era policies are the central issue and need no joint discussion. Helena, Mont. Oct 2, 1906.
Treasurer J. E. Webb notifies that state and county taxes for 1906 are payable by November 30 1906 at 6 pm. A ten percent penalty applies if unpaid, and delinquent properties may be advertised or seized and sold to cover taxes and costs.
The list shows uncalled letters for the week ending October 6 1906 at the Chateau post office. Names include Chas Lindblom D McFarlane John D Pugsley Dock Scoggings Art and others. callers must say advertised and pay one cent.
Montana rockmasters organize into two woolgrowers groups to counter eastern wool buyers. Officers named including J. E. Bower as president and H. J. Gillman as secretary treasurer. Executive committee to select county representatives and pursue lower wool insurance rates. Convention praised for progress and unity despite fair conflicts.
Republican nominee Charles N Pray schedules speaking appearances across Montana towns from Glendive to Bozeman between October 15 and October 27. The notices list events in Glendive Miles City Forsyth Big Timber Red Lodge Billings Livingston Helena Lewistown Kendall Bozeman Dillon with organizers Fletcher Maddox and C E Wight.
Belleview school closes for a week as Mr Shook and Mr Hanson install a new floor weather boarding and interior exteriors. Nass Daley returns home after death of a baby brother. Willow Creek cattlemen gather to ship cattle. Ward and Iwiggs repair Willow Creek roads damaged by August rains. Charlie Twiggs becomes mail carrier replacing his father. Jire Barat expected back from Cam issey with arrangements for disposals furniture. Baart returns home to Town 5s and Ri Ward attends Chateau High School.
Pasture for horses and cattle with good range and running water offered by J A Bothwell Choteau Montana. Prices reasonable for livestock grazing use.
Cattle receipts reached 7 500 with a steady market. Beeves sold from 3 90 to 7 25, cows and heifers 1 65 to 5 25, stockers and feeders 2 50 to 4 40, westerns 3 50 to 5 40, calves 6 25 to 7 75. Sheep receipts 25 500 with a steady market, ewes 3 50 to 5 35, lambs 4 60 to 7 50.
The Art Studio lists cameras and artistic supplies for sale. Items include photography gear and related equipment available to local customers. Each acquisition offers basic tools for beginners and enthusiasts seeking art studio resources.
Editorial argues Mrs. Nellie R. Brown will seek the superintendency with board support while Miss Acton also qualifies. It urges voters to weigh qualifications and consider the impact of salary and substitutes on taxpayers as they decide who should lead Chateau public schools.
In granting a $100 authorization, the Choteau school members allow a teacher to leave for the purpose of canvassing the county for another position. The move reflects district policies on outside employment and duty commitments.
The report notes a cancelation of a Democrats meeting next Wednesday evening after an address by Lieutenant Governor Norris. Attendees are invited to attend the free dance instead for those not wishing to hear the speech.
It is reported that T. J. Walsh, seeking Congress, has dismissed his Oriental cook and will rely on white labor for meals through the election next month, while his opponent keeps a cautious approach to personnel.
Jos C McCuaig is cited for one of the best assessor records in Teton County and urged to seek reelection.
The Epworth League reports growing interest with readings by Mrs. Robert Logan. Last week’s session featured two readings, and current studies focus on The Mother of Jesus with a look at Mary’s life. Next week will cover The Character of Mary.
Wink Medgar returns from Idaho and Washington after months of travel seeking a location. He concludes no state in the union is as good as Montana and decides to stay there permanently.
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