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Newspaper
Choteau Montanan
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1916
Page
8
R P Dean announces Republican candidacy for sheriff of Teton County subject to August 29 1916 primaries and vows to serve taxpayers. J Zimmerman announces Republican bid and Fairfield Montana candidate pledge. J M Weaver declares Democratic run for sheriff with long county residency and party loyalty.
Two candidates announce for the Republican primary in Teton County. A B Guthrie, resident for fifteen years, cites accounting experience and pledges economical administration. IW Timothy, employed in the county courthouse, promises efficient handling of treasurer duties if nominated and elected.
Democratic candidate Conrad Ledgerwood declares for county commissioner in Teton County at the August 29 1916 primary, pledging duties, square countywide policy, and adherence to voter will. Also Republican-leaning notice from C Sheele of Bynum Montana dated July 28 1916 seeks support in same election cycle.
Fairfield Montana supporters urge voters to back the Republican ticket for clerk of the district court in Teton County. The candidate pledges economical, efficient administration and cites deputy experience as qualification ahead of the August 29, 1916 primary.
An applicant announces Democratic candidacy for county clerk and recorder, subject to primary on August 29, pledging efficient personal administration if nominated and elected. A Republican candidate also declares intent to seek nomination and vows to maintain accurate records and fulfill legal duties.
E C Garrett states readiness for any county job and proposes aligning his business with upcoming Blackfeet reservation jurisdiction transfer to county control. He emphasizes experience, economy and equity and aims to avoid intervention by coordinating efforts in a workmanlike manner.
Notices list John W. Coburn and D P Mains as nominees on the Republican ticket for the upcoming primary and general elections in Teton County Montana with August 29, 1916, as the date of decision by Republican voters.
The notice states John H. Barnett of Chateau Montana seeks the county surveyor nomination on the Republican ticket, subject to voter approval at the primary on August 29 1916. Barnett promises efficient and impartial conduct if nominated and elected.
Notice to creditors and all persons with claims against Florence Larance deceased. The administrator invites claims within four months after first publication to the attorney James Sulgrove at Larson Block Chateau Montana for the estate business. First publication July 28 1916.
A guide on preserving cut flowers at home with steps to trim foliage, slit woody stems, use warm water, add salt or coal, refresh daily in hot weather, and choose reliable florists for truly fresh blooms.
Double cutter shears are effective for limbs under three inches diameter. Cut around the branch to heal wounds best, avoid crushing bark, and lift when cutting forked limbs to prevent splitting. Leave a stub beyond the crotch and remove with a second cut for clean pruning.
The speaker asserts a united Republican vision, pledging America first and America efficient. He describes the party as a liberty agency for national achievement, stressing unity, stability, local self government, and devotion to peace and public interest. From Mr Hughes speech acceptance.
A one quart patent bottle can carry two liquids of the same temperature. A ten inch test tube fits inside the bottle to hold eight ounces of the second liquid, sealed with paraffin, allowing lemon juice and milk to share the same bottle without mixing.
Sunflower stalk pith, the lightest vegetable substance, is ten times lighter than cork while elder tree pith is three times lighter. Cultivated in central Russia, the plant is cut for pith which is removed from stalks and used to make life saving devices. A sufficient amount can be carried to keep a person afloat without adding noticeable weight.
A brief note defends a cultural taboo showing that using the left hand for greetings is regarded as a deadly insult among Mohammedans in the east. The record records the custom as a sign of disrespect with strong cultural implications.
Instructions for repacking a leaking stuffing box on a car include unscrewing the box nut removing old packing and winding new packing around the shaft before tightening the nut. Keep the grease cup screwed down daily and check for non leaking valve cups or cracked cylinders to avoid water entering the crank case. Also notes on removing iron mold from linen using salts of lemon and warm water followed by thorough rinsing and drying.
Brown University president W H P Faunce describes Justice Charles E Hughes as fearless loyal and wise noting his combination of judicial temper with swift action. Faunce argues Hughes would clear foggy public questions and provides a portrait of a capable leader worthy of trust.
William Miller sheriff of Choteau Montana announces a sheriff sale on Sept 2 1916 at 2 pm at the courthouse front door in Chateau Teton county Montana. Property includes Lots 11 and 12 in block 14 of Jacksons First addition to Choteau with all improvements. James Sulgrove attorney for plaintiff. First pub Aug 11 1916. 4t
In Teton County Montana John Zimmerman and Eva Zimmerman sue all claimants to NW section 25 T22N R3W alleging heirs to Friend R Zimmerman deceased seek decree of ownership. Named defendants include Henry Schaettgen Rachel Hayes and others with publication dates August 4 to September 1 1916.
For sale a Winchester shotgun in good condition. Contact E. H. Ganong in Choteau for details or to arrange purchase.
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