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Choteau Montanan

Location

Choteau, Montana, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1920

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Mrs J W Johnson final obituary in Montana area

India DeWitt Johnson born November 11 1859 in Shelbyville Indiana married J W Johnson in 1874 at Bedford Iowa. They moved to Montana in 1885. husband died 1915. Survived by four children Herbert H Johnson Craig Robert Christie Johnson Seattle Mrs J P Thoroughman Cascade Mrs W H Gorham Chateau. Died Sunday at daughter’s home. services held Tuesday at Episcopal church. interred Choteau Cemetery. Many Northern Montana friends mourn.

Iowa Montana Choteau Cemetary Cascade Craig Choteau Johnson

Thanks for flowers and kindness after our mother's death

The family expresses heartfelt thanks for the beautiful flowers and loving acts of support during the long illness and after the passing of our mother. Signed by H. R. Johnson, Mrs. J. P. Thoroughman, Mrs. W. H. Gorham, R. C. Johnson.

H. R. Johnson J. P. Thoroughman W. H. Gorham R. C. Johnson

Farm Management Schools Held Across County Declared Successful

The Teton County Farm Bureau reports the recent Farm Management Schools were a success with attendees praising the courses. Plans aim to continue through summer meetings focusing on farming methods and bookkeeping. J. H. Stephens returned from a Ford factory course in Detroit having completed the factory school. Heck says the month at the factory boosted readiness to repair vehicles. The Jolly Matrons Club enjoyed an afternoon gathering at the home of Mrs. John T. Moore.

Teton County Farm Bureau Farm Bureau Copeland J. H. Stephens Motor Mart Co Ford Detroit Mich Heck Jolly Matrons Club John T. Moore

Johnson wins Montana presidential primaries with county wins

Hiram W. Johnson of California led Montana's presidential primaries last Friday securing a clear statewide majority. Johnson delegates carried Butte Silver Bow Lewis and Clark and Cascade counties while Teton showed weak support. Lowden led in Teton with Wood close behind but overall state totals await official canvass by county commissioners.

Hiram W. Johnson California Montana Johnson Butte Silver Bow Lewis and Clark Cascade Teton Chateau Frank O. Lowden Ofllinois Teton County Leonard Wood

High School Notes Preview Upcoming Declamation Event

The school plans a Friday declamation contest with a varied program including readings from Ella Elliott and Alice Clearman, a song by the Girls Glee Club, and pieces like The Tell Tail Heart and The Soul of the Violin. Admission is fifteen and twenty five cents. The junior class also prepares for the next Friday prom.

Conrad Sherwood Sdeedsanatia Ella Elliott Myrna Cole Lincold Charles Guthrie Henrietta Slanger Rienzi Teducydioithtbatebedh Alice Clearman Carmenia Peter William Elliott Alva Larson Hazel Trescott

Bert Christie Named Deputy Organizer for Montana Camel Order

Bert Christie has been appointed deputy organizer for Montana for the Order of Camels aimed at repealing or revising national prohibition law. He left Tuesday for Great Falls to begin his work.

Bert Christie Montana The Order of Camels Great Falls

Interchurch drive planned across Montana

In Butte on April 27 the Interchurch World Movement marks completion of organization in 350 Montana communities for a state wide drive. About 3 000 workers will push the first cooperative church fundraising effort to raise 336 777 572 dollars across 30 denominations. Assessor Otto Wagnild departs Milwaukee for Great Falls to oversee local interests as the campaign opens April 25.

Butte Interchurch World Movement Montana United Financial Drive George Mecklenburg Mecklenburg Interchurch Interchurch Movement Interchurch Fund Otto Wagnild Milwaukee Great Falls

Local Farm News from Farmington District

Mrs. Martin Hanson and family visited Mrs. Arthur Davidson for a Sunday gathering. The H R Thompson children are sick with mumps. Mrs Shubert and her Great Falls party visited the Stumper farm. Mrs J B Connor is on the sick list. L J Otness helps at the store. Rev Kvile departed for Great Falls after visiting here. Arthur Davidson moved to his homestead to begin a crop. I N Caskey was a business visitor. Co E Struthers started breaking sod for L G Torkelson. J A Hasterlik arrived from Great Falls to assist at the Connor store.

Martin Hanson Arthur Davidson H. R. Thompson Shubert Great Falls Stumper Farm J. B. Connor L. J. Otness Kvile I. N. Caskey Co. E. Struthers L. G. Torkelson J. A. Hasterlik Connor

Pendray Resident Visited County Seat Wednesday

Wm. O'Neil of Pendray spent Wednesday visiting the county seat, engaging with local officials and observing proceedings during his attendance.

Wm. O'Neil Pendray

Fire at Chateau Public School Suppresses Quick Fire

A basement manual training room fire at Chateau Public School Saturday evening was extinguished rapidly by the fire department. No injuries occurred and the auditorium exhibits continued after minor repairs.

Chateau Burgett

Congress considers new taxes on newspapers and ads

The Hastings Nebraska Democrat comments on a proposed 10 percent tax on advertising in newspapers and magazines with circulation over 5000. It argues the bill aims to raise revenue and reduce newsprint use to cripple the industry, comparing it to a 5 percent candy tax and an excess profits tax.

Congress Uncle Sam Hastings Nebraska Democrat

LHUAGH Notices from First M. E. Church

Sunday worship at 10 30 led by Pastor Harry T Stong with sermon followed by Sunday school at 11 su Epworth League at 6 30 All members and friends urged to attend high school Sunday evening at 8 for the baccalaureate by Rev W E Elliott Official board meets Monday 8 Preparatory members meet Tuesday Prayer service Wednesday Remember the Sabbath Day to keep it holy

M. E. Church Harry T. Stong Su. Epworth League W. E. Elliott

Former Thermopolis baker moves to Three Forks Montana

Dean Grooms, formerly in Thermopolis Wyoming, now resides in Three Forks Montana and invites Choteau friends to visit his old bake shop, expressing willingness to see former patrons again.

Dean Grooms Thermopolis Wyo Choteau Three Forks Montana

School Spirit Shines in Chateau Play Day Preparations

Local students report mumps and surgery sidelines but expect quick returns. May 8 Play Day looms as Chateau kids train in running and spelling amid town pride. Senator Larson led civics class, highlighting state constitution study and citizen duties. The art exhibit fundraiser drew about 150 dollars after costs, with teachers and pupils buying season tickets to support pictures.

Ariel Searles Andrews Helen Innes Earl Wiggin Chateau Teton County Larson Senate House U. S

John A Gist Dies at 65 Ranch Leader Near Bynum

John A. Gist aged 65 a Missouri native and longtime rancher and stock man of the Raymond country west of Bynum died of pneumonia last Monday. He was buried at Bynum after funeral services at the M E church conducted by Rev. Stong. He left a will dictating his property to two sisters but died before signing. His estate will go to those sisters as he intended. He was a highly respected resident and will be greatly missed.

John A. Gist Missouri Raymond Bynum M. E Stong Denver Colo Gist

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