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Newspaper

Choteau Montanan

Location

Choteau, Montana, United States of America

Date

Feb 06, 1920

Page

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Big Friday Night Game With Great Falls At Home

High School notes preview a pivotal basketball clash against Great Falls on our floor with an anticipated 100 plus away fans. A new seating plan promises all spectators a view while a post game dance awaits invited students. Debating teams from Teton and Shelby debated Montana city manager system with Shelby prevailing two to one. Attendance benefited Augusta travelers with at least twenty making the trip.

Teton Shelby Montana Augusta

The Montanan Seeks To Collect Back Subscriptions

The Montanan notes subscriptions in arrears after more than six and a half years of publication. It plans to update the list to a paid in advance system and urges subscribers to settle debts owed, stating the cost of printing requires full payment.

Montanan

Manix Bride Visit Adds Cheer in Chateau Dupuyer

M Thomas Manix and his bride from Dupuyer, recently wed at Valier in Pondera County, spent time at Mrs. R D Anderson’s home in Chateau with Dupuyer friends. They returned from a honeymoon to Helena Alhambra Hot Springs Boulder and Butte. Guests enjoyed whist and a late lunch, wishing the couple long happiness on their ranch southwest of Dupuyer. New spring shoes arriving at Hirshberg's.

M. Thos. Manix Dupuyer Valier Pondera County Chateau R. D. Anderson Manix Helena Alhambra Mrs. Manix

Public School Hosts Glee Club and Operetta Recital

Earl Halladay and Dr. Moran brought guitar music to the Public School on Wednesday. The Girls Glee Club staged an operetta Tuesday evening with about $65 left after expenses for Junior Red Cross dues. Mrs Crary’s picture complemented the show, and families and Chateaux residents praised the event.

Earl Halladay Dr. Moran Red Cross Duncan MacDonald Angus Rose

Hirshbergz Ladies' Muslin Underwear Sale Ad

Main ad announces a sale on ladies' muslin underwear at Hirshbergz. The notice highlights available styles and pricing in a concise promotional item.

Hirshbergz’s

Ranch to Lease 200 Acres East of Power

For lease a 200 acre ranch seven miles east of Power on a crop payment plan. Inquire of Louis Thompson, Choteau Montana.

Power Louis Thompson Choteau, Mont

Local Youth Stricken by Severe Inflammatory Rheumatism

Richell Stephens son of Dr. C J B Stevens of this city is confined to his bed with a severe attack of inflammatory rheumatism.

Richell Stephens C. J. B. Stevens

District Court Term Sets Eight Criminal Cases for Trial

The March term of the district court for Teton county will convene at the Chateau on Thursday February 18 with trials set for March. Eight criminal cases are to be scheduled, including a gambling case against J W Reilly, a robbery case with Fred Gould, and charges against J D Fluery, T M Madden, John S Lillard, William W Simons, August and Otto Daake, Adolphus B St Germain and George Willets for burglary or related offenses.

Teton County Chateau Fred. Gould J. D. Fluery T. M. Madden John S. Lillard Blackleaf William W. Simons August Otto Daake Adolphus B. St. Germain George Willets

W. D. Jones Nominated for County Commissioner

The Montanan reports Hon. W. D. Jones of Bynum as a Republican candidate for six year county commissioner in the upcoming election. Jones, a former Teton county commissioner, has broad local support and deep knowledge of the county’s needs.

Montanan W. D. Jones Bynum Jones Teton County

Curtis Letter Reports Rioting in Albert Lea Minnesota

Frank W. Curtis writes from Albert Lea Minnesota that rioting is raging with over 500 cases reported and more coming while he recovers from an attack. He notes very cold weather and heavy snow.

Frank W. Curtis Albert' ‘Lea Minn Frank

Elk Seen In Good Condition On Sun River Trip

W M Rush returned from a two week trek to Sun River noting elk on the North Fork South Fork Fairview Ford Creeks and a 78 elk band on Fork Creek. Cattle from Biggs Creek are in good shape with 6 inches to two feet of snow across various locations and a range of temperatures from 45 below zero to rain. A second trip is planned for mid April to survey the game preserve and adjacent elk territory.

W. M. Rush Sun River Gates Park Benchmark Willow Creek Hannan Gulch North Fork South Fork Fairview Ford Creeks Fork Creek Biggs Creek Jack Slaughter Medicine Springs Beaver Creek Peterson Gates Rush Halvorson

Suiste Couple Visit Agawam County Seat

Mr and Mrs C F Suiste of Aga wam were business callers at the county seat on Wednesday.

C. F. Suiste Agawam

Local Names Appear In Fragmentary Notice

Partial OCR text lists Mesilames W. Geteman J. Ellrshberg Reus Cain and Arthur Hirshtoeg as names in a damaged notice. The readable fragments suggest a community or organizational listing without clear action or date.

W. Geteman J.ellrshberg Reus Cain Arthur Hirshtoeg

Hirshberg's Here for 34 Years in Choteau

The Montanan congratulates Julius Hirshberg and Jos Hirshberg & Co for 34 years of mercantile service in Choteau. The firm began in a log building, moved to a brick store, and plans a new structure as the town grows. They note community prosperity and lasting customer trust.

Julius Hirshberg Jos.Hirshberg & Co Choteau Hirshberg Montanan Hirshbers Hirshberg’s

Trappers Report From The Sun River Country

The Slaughter Bros trap near Two Shacks with two martins and several weasels this winter. Drucke Miller and Gottfried at Benchmark have 22 martins and about 70 weasels. Their lines run from Benchmark to the Continental Divide at South Fork and Straight Creeks. Stickey and Largon's crews trap beaver and weasels on Beavers and Cut Reek Creeks, including a lynx.

Slaughter Bros Druckemiller Gottfried Benchmark Continental Divide South Fork Straight Stickey

Memorial Service for Ex-Service Men in Choteau

Ex-service men and the public are urged to attend a memorial service at the high school auditorium on Sunday evening February 22 1920 at 730 pm. The event includes presentation of the French Government Memorial Diploma to next of kin of soldiers who fell in France. Relatives should send full names and addresses of the next of kin to Roy W Pillings or the adjutant for diploma eligibility. Act promptly and watch the paper for announcements.

France Roy W. Pillings Martin G. Read Choteau

Meaning of Conversion and Interchurch Talks at First M E

The First M E Church led by Pastor Harry T Stong schedules 10 30 am worship on Sunday with a sermon on the Meaning of Conversion. Sunday school follows at 11 30 am and Epworth League at 6 30 pm studying China. Special 7 30 pm services feature Rev Greshway and Rev Edworthy on Interchurch World Movement work. league members urge continued study.

M. E Harry T. Stong Epworth League China Marguerite Jones Greshway Edworthy Interchurch World Movement

Miss Ruth Sweat Visits Power and Collins Schools

Miss Ruth Sweat county superintendent of schools is at Power and Collins this week visiting schools in the vicinity. store and garage mentions reference L. E. Taylor Garage Chateau.

Ruth Sweat Power and Collins

Chateau Meat Co Buys Pork Veal Poultry and Hides

Bring your pork veal poultry and hides to the Chateau Meat Co they will take them any time and pay you what they are worth.

Chateau Meat Co

Davis to Take Charge of Freezeout Ranch This Summer

Jesse W. Davis, former deputy sheriff and longtime Teton county resident, is visiting Dr. H. T. Rhoads and plans to assume charge of the Chas. Davis ranch on the Freezeout flat near Bole this summer.

Jesse W. Davis Teton County H. T. Rhoads Chas. Davis Bole

Womans Club Sets Special Meeting February 10

A special meeting of the Womans Club is called for Tuesday evening February 10. All members please attend. Mrs. E. J. Crary, president.

Womans Club

Miss Adeline Lessing Resigns Post to Travel West

Miss Adeline Lessing longtime stenographer in Attorney Geo M Coffeys law office resigned at the start of the week. She will visit Idaho then California before returning to her Illinois home. Friends in the city will be glad to hear from her.

Adeline Lessing Geo.m. Coffey Idaho California Illinois

Groundhog Day Forecast Hints Dark Sky Over Château

Monday February 2 observed as groundhog day with overcast skies and no shadow. The article notes the tradition suggesting a short winter and signs that winter may be ending, though it remains uncertain.

Chateau Sinter

Civil Actions Filed in Foreclosure and Divorce

E J Lander & Co along with Roy Moore Libby Yards Co Gilman Power Morgan Co face foreclosure of mortgage. Filed January 27. Angela E Ralston sues Percy J Ralston for divorce. Filed February 2.

E. J. Lander & Co Roy Moore Libby Yards Co Gilman Power.Morgan Co Angela E. Ralston Percy J. Ralston

Elevator firm to open at Chateau after Monday

The Rocky Mountain Elevator Con announces a new business location at Chateau after next Monday. Seed grain will be available for sale at all times.

Rocky Mountain Elevator Con Chateau

Dance at Belleview School House Saturday

A big dance is planned at the Belleview school house on Saturday evening February 14 inviting attendees to join in the fun with good music provided to enhance the crowd’s enjoyment.

Belleview School

Senator and Mrs Larson Return After California Visit

Senator and Mrs T O Larson returned to their city home last Thursday evening after leaving Chateau for California earlier in the year. They had planned a month or more visit with friends.

T. O. Larson Chateau California

Pillings Lumber Co. head travels after friend’s death

Roy W. Pillings of Pillings Lumber Co. traveled to Great Falls this week following the death of his longtime friend Guy W. Bul. The visit was prompted by the passing, and Pillings offered condolences amid the somber context.

Roy W. Pillings Pillings Lumber Co Great Falls Guy W. Bulmer

Chateau Club Plans Get Together Banquet at Glenloyd

The Chateau Commercial club announces its regular monthly get together and banquet to be held next Monday evening at the Glenloyd Hotel. Members are requested to attend.

Chateau Commercial Club Glenloyd Hotel

Banquet Set by Sons and Daughters of Cha teau Elders

The Sons and Daughters of Chateau’s Oldest Settlers announce a banquet and dance at Hodgskiss hall this city Friday evening March 5th. An earlier notice misdated it as March 6th.

Chateau Hodgskiss Hall

Appointments Set for Tax Valuation and School Nurse

The county commissioners appointed Theodore Faraldson Frea S Doege and John W Hall to appraise town lots and improvements in Chateau for taxation. They also authorized hiring a county nurse for county schools this week.

Theodoré‘Faraldson Frea's. Doege John’ W. Hall

County Attorney Magee Returns from Conrad Reports Conviction

County Attorney Geo W Magee returned last week from Conrad where he had been for several days attending to legal business He reports the conviction of Melvin Johnson of Dupuyer son of the late BE Me Johnson on a charge of cattle rustling in the district court of Pondera county during the last term of court in that county.

Geo. W. Magee Conrad Melvin Johnson Dupuyer BE. Me Johnson District Court Pondera County

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Core Clark George Loomis Kenneth Neville Member Federal Reserve System Federal Reserve System of Banking FIRST National Bank Amy Rine Sun River Country Weather Report L. E. Taylor Garage E. J. Crary Tee Gre Bend Cetiadl Goa Bank OF Chothaq
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