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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1918
Page
7
Notice to creditors and all claimants of George Richards Sr deceased to present claims with vouchers within ten months of first publication. Claims must be filed with administrator Henry Fischer at Phil I. Cole attorney Chateau Montana. First pub August 8 1918 last August 29 1918.
Department of the Interior notices TM Helene Greta Bush formerly Ferris of Bole Montana intends to prove up a homestead claim on September 12 1918 at Chateau Montana before U S Commissioner A C Warner. Witnesses include Harry Boutilier Rupert Boutilier Charles H Ferris and Samuel E Brokaw of Choteau and Bole Montana. First published August 8 1918.
A described bilious attack harms the liver causing constipation and fermentation in the stomach leading to nausea vomiting and a terrible headache. The remedy recommended is three Chamberlain's Tablets to tone the liver cleanse the stomach and restore health at a cost of a quarter.
The fair features government exhibits along with livestock, dry farming, agriculture, arts and crafts, culinary and school work displays. A Red Cross booth is highlighted for visitors.
Charlie Irwin and his broncho riders are billed as a feature at the Montana State Fair. A cautious reminder urges attendance to see them, while a humorous note contrasts a drafted Illinois husband claiming an iron ration with his bride’s biscuits.
A wartime note urges raising pigeons and rabbits as a simple, effective support tactic. With a soft pencil and pad, breeders can multiply stock quickly to aid the war effort.
Racing will headline the Montana State Fair with the fastest motorcycles in the northwest. Nervy riders will thunder around the mile oval in exhibitions of wild speed.
The fragment implies nerves within the Hohenzollern group and a notion that one member might sacrifice himself as a military and political necessity. It reflects wartime fatalism and monarchical calculation amid internal strain.
Chancellor von Hertling declares Germany must continue the war with no halt and warns rejection of any settlement or surrender.
William Miller sheriff announces sale under an August 1918 foreclosure decree in Teton County Montana. The property covers 160 acres in town 24 north range 6 west described as parts of sections 25 and 26. The sale is set for September 7 1918 at 2 PM in front of the county courthouse in Chateau to satisfy a $319.64 judgment plus costs in gold coin.
Amanda C Wilson by guardian sues Ida B Foster to cancel a 1916 warranty deed conveying N1 2 NE and SE NE of section 7 township 24 N range 2 W MT meridian. Summons issued August 12 1918 with 20 day answer deadline. Attorneys Stanley R Foot Pray Callaway. First pub Aug 15 last Sept 5.
The food administration allows farmers to exchange wheat for flour at a rate of 8 pounds per month per household member. Farmers must sign certificates proving crop origin and limit to 8 pounds per person per 30 days, issued by the county administrator. Elevators may also exchange flour for farmers wheat to aid distant farmers.
Citizens are urged to honor their written pledge after signing the war savings card. Officials remind signatories to fulfill the commitment and contribute as promised.
The message urges filling the war savings pledge to aid the war effort and avoid future reproach, stressing moral obligation and personal responsibility. It emphasizes making good the commitment as a civic duty during wartime.
The note urges citizens to honor the war savings pledge with steadfast patriotism and additional sacrifice beyond the initial commitment. It frames financial support as a duty to the nation and a measure of loyalty.
A spirited camp gathering sees soldiers and civilians pledge loyalty to the flag. Speakers emphasize duty, sacrifice, and teamwork as units recite the oath amid marching squads and flag ceremonies.
The article describes a wartime parade scene with a guard of honor and French Alpine troops marching past, their uniforms and decorations highlighting valor. A tired man, observing from his window, reflects on aging and war fatigue while tending his garden and engaging in homefront duties before bedtime.
The Electrical Experimenter reports Manhattan hosts over 118 mineral varieties and gems mined on the island. Finds include aquamarine weighing 11.4 karats at Broadway and 157th Street, plus green tourmaline, magnetite, chalcopyrite, malachite, and nickel crystal at Broadway and 176th Street. Other minerals range from zincite to willemite and uraninite across Broadway districts.
North Chicago resident recalls Great Lakes sailors halting on the sidewalk to salute the flag even when unseen. A navy reply explains they hear the bugle and drums for To the Colors and recognize the daily patriotic moment.
A New York magistrate warns chauffeurs not to blare horns to frighten a small child in the roadway. He urges drivers to slow down and allow the child a chance to move, noting fewer accidents would occur if motorists used methods beyond horn blasts.
Paris gossip recalls Clemenceau’s bon mot on executing a traitor. The standard firing squad uses twelve rifles but Clemenceau, urged by many to spare Bolo, quips that since he was only half a traitor they would use six rifles.
Estate of James W Harris deceased issues notice to creditors and all claimants to present claims with vouchers within four months after first publication. The administrator J A McDonough based in Valier Montana requests claims be filed at Valier Farm Sales Company office in Teton County Montana. First publication August 15 1918 with final publication September 5 1918.
F C Duke, a Lewistown carpenter, reports dull kidney ache and back pain improving after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He credits the remedy with curing his rheumatic pains and lumbago after trying a family member's prior use. Price 6, at all dealers. Foster Milburn Co., Mfrs., Buffalo, N Y.
The Montana State Fair is promoted as the best place to meet many friends and renew acquaintances. A song snippet invites visitors to sing Should Auld Acquaintance Be Forgot to recall the fair.
The Montana State Fair urges public support to boost efficiency in food production. Management credits the people of Montana with the potential for substantial positive impact and notes that success depends on community involvement.
At the August 27 meeting of the fair Price com mitte, the food administrator fixed consumer prices for staples. Wheat flour 10 lb sacks sell at 80 to 85 cents, rye 9 lb at 90 to 95 cents, corn flour 10 lb at 80 to 85 cents, and rice flour 9 1b at 1.30 to 1.38 dollars per sack. Other items include barley flour 84 to 87 cents, cornmeal yellow 10 lb 70 to 78 cents, white 10 lb 65 to 68 cents, victory bread 10 cents per loaf, oatmeal 86 to 90 cents, rice 1 lb at 13 to 14 cents, sugar 9 and one third cents per pound, beans 18 to 19 cents, raisins 12 to 15 cents, canned tomatoes 22.25 to 25 cents, canned corn 22 to 26 cents, canned salmon 28 to 30 cents, evaporated milk 12 to 16 cents, milk 10 cents per quart, butter 40 to 48 cents, eggs 40 cents per dozen, American cheese 40 cents per pound, lard 1.50 to 1.60 dollars per pail, and lard substitute 1.05 to 1.10 dollars.
The Tribune notes open hunting for ducks geese brant swan grouse prairie chickens fool hens sage hens pheasants and partridges starts September 15 on a Sunday. Those with Sunday scruples may hunt starting September 16. Licenses are required and minors must be with a guardian. Transfers of licenses are illegal and deputy wardens increase around that time to curb violations.
Hap py Harrison presents a real one ring circus at the Montana State Fair described as singular captivating and unique exhibition featuring trained animals and touted as a standout amusement at the fair.
A brief exhortation urges readers to honor a wartime savings pledge, implying personal well being tied to financial discipline. The note emphasizes continued commitment and the morale effect of thrift during the war effort.
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