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Newspaper
Choteau Montanan
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1918
Page
8
A Galveston reader shares a five year experience with Peruna, praising its effectiveness for colds and catarrh. The letter urges every household to use Peruna consistently to combat catarrhal inflammation and related ailments, noting Dr. Hartman introduced it forty five years ago.
A party scene ends in an awkward ear tweak as a man misreads a woman and blurts out a mistaken remark. He explains it was a mix up with his wife, and the other partygoer brushes it off offering light humor about confusing the sow by the pat.
An advertisement urges readers to take Eatonic to absorb excess stomach acid and relieve belching heartburn and bloating. It claims instant relief, improved strength, and meals that count toward energy, recommending EPATONIO from the druggist with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied.
A German 1918 Montana report shows Boys and Girls clubs contributing to the U S Food Administration efforts with about 178000 dollars in value from club activity. Members produced crops, poultry, calves, pigs and lambs and canned foods and baked bread and pies using conservation recipes. Administrator Atkinson praised the work and asked thanks be conveyed to all club members for aiding the war effort.
A wartime plea claims ten million in northern Russia and millions more in Belgium Serbia France and Italy face starvation. It urges saving every pound of food here to aid hungry families abroad and warns against gluttony as a crime against civilization.
Conservation Week preparations in Montana were largely canceled due to influenza. The Food Administration lifted sugar purchase limits and ended the four pound monthly allotment plus the dealer certificate plan. Bozeman offices moved to the Experiment Station. Influenza disrupted agency operations statewide and dealers were asked to display pledges adhering to county fair price boards.
The 1919 plan predicts over 1 billion dollars for U S highway construction. Federal aid funds of 50 million will be available, with up to 5 million already spent. Relief measures from agencies could revive road building and provide employment during the war to peace transition.
An expert teamster says using profanity to a mule is improper for his feelings, but necessary to get along with a sensitive animal. He adds you must humor the mule to work effectively.
A brief note reflects on a breadwinner and charity themes in Martha By. Taldor's voice, portraying a personal tribute to a man's contribution and resilience within domestic life.
A letter from the alien property custodian to Governor Stewart requests help from county councils of defense in finding enemy owned property in Montana. Only 99 reports existed by Nov. 1 1918, and citizens are urged to send discoveries to the alien Property custodian in Washington.
Helena report says United States Senator Z J Walsh telegrammed George B Conway denying rumors that young women government clerks are being discharged in large numbers. He adds the government funds transportation home for those lacking funds. The message responds to claims of widespread firings and vice agents targeting penniless girls in Washington.
Three thieves arrested after trunks belonging to Arthur Gogel and Sol Kauffman of New York City were stolen from a hotel baggage room. The trunks contained diamonds valued at 80000 and gold jewelry worth 20000, found in a fenced enclosure with little missing. Suspects, who claimed Spokane residence, were named Jack Weston 25 Wilburn Lewis 17 Clyde Goodale 18.
Missoula engineers have begun a preliminary survey from Missoula to Husson to explore irrigation development for returning soldiers. The work is funded by a $2,500 allocation from a $100,000 government irrigation fund. The survey does not guarantee development.
Helena sugar bowls are back on the counter when restaurant owners decide to place them there. State food director Sam D. Goza said it is not mandatory for keepers to return the sugar bowls but they will not face fines or penalties if they choose to do so.
Helena reports a plan for Spotted Fever control in 1919 and 1920 in Bitter Root valley. Prof R A Cooley leads the effort with R R Parker in charge and Dr W F Cogswell assisting. The program aims to secure legislative funding.
The influenza closing order altered to allow limited mercantile openings with restricted patronage. Montana officials report rising influenza cases and 816 pneumonia deaths in October. The state university postponed opening due to flu, while civic efforts include war savings shortfalls and Red Cross nurse pay.
Montana officials debate whether schools must pay teachers during closures from the Spanish influenza. Attorney General Ford says contracts require salaries through closures. Miss Trumper urges compromise to avoid shortening terms. Also postponed Conservation Week and lifted wheat and lumber embargoes boost Montana shipments and forestry sales.
A vintage advertisement urges parents to treat bilious or constipated infants with California Syrup of Figs. It touts a gentle, quick cleanse, notes the product’s pleasant taste, and warns buyers to insist on the genuine California Fig Syrup Company formulation to avoid counterfeits.
A lawyer presses a Florida one line question about free will as a florid woman confronts the idea of compulsion. The meek man behind her is urged to face Frederick’s possible pressure.
An old advertisement promises a $100 reward for any case of catarrh cured by Hall’s Catarrh Medicine. It states the remedy is internal and acts through the blood on mucous surfaces, sold by druggists for over forty years at 7 cents. Testimonials and BF. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo Ohio.
In a Wrench base bull ring a drafts finalizing phase shows a leader noting fatigue as workers halt. A sick lame or lazy man objects to aching feet while running but suffers more during stoppage. The M O. replies that stopping means marking time.
Soothe itching with Cuticura Soap and hot water then dry and apply Cuticura Ointment for relief. Free samples offered by Cuticura Dept X Boston. Soap 25 cents Ointment 25 and 50 cents by druggists or mail.
A Philadelphia reporter describes a newsboy rogged but still shouting Germany's surrender near Independence Hall. He explains he acts as the Liberty Bell would if it could, embodying patriotic spirit as crowds gathered.
Relief from indigestion is promised with Pape's Diapepsin fast acting formula. Advert claims instant relief from undigested food belching gas acids and sourness with no waiting.
The advertisement asserts that taking one or two Pape's Diapepsin tablets stops indigestion pain and dyspepsia distress immediately. It claims the stomach feels better at once, and the tablets are pleasant harmless and inexpensive at drug stores.
A discussion notes complaints that Germans in internment camps here face cruel treatment. The piece cites claims of harsh conditions and inadequate allowances, contrasting with official statements.
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