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Newspaper
Choteau Montanan
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1923
Page
3
Mrs. A C Burbank is visiting in Great Falls this week at the homes of Mr. and Mrs. David Gibbony Mrs. James Turner and Miss Grace Thompson.
The Giant Petroleum company are drilling at 975 feet and operating two shifts. Mr and Mrs Lester Cowgill of Spokane Washington welcome a daughter born December 22. Mrs Cowgill recalled as Miss Gladys Whitacre. A daughter was born January 3 to Mr and Mrs Walter Myers who live in the McDonald block. Mrs H L Stafford left this week to join Mr Stafford in Shelby for permanent residence.
Thomas A. Meagher relocated his office this week to the former L. J. Curtis building where Justice Chas. Ferris will also conduct his business in the same offices.
Sid Campbell of Blackleaf country, an advocate of raising good white face cattle, was a business visitor in our town last Tuesday.
Miss Ruth Lieblist, a public school teacher, held the key that opened the silver chest donated by Rexall Drug Store. J. C. Barnett and Mrs. Barnett of Conrad are visiting relatives in Choteau this week.
After spending most of the winter away, Joe DeYong plans a visit to his family this week, reuniting with relatives and sharing news from his travels.
Mrs Soo Son departed last Tuesday for California to visit her brother and spend the remainder of winter there.
J L Wolcott of Great Falls and agent for J B Colt Co visited Chateau to promote the Madison county interests. A recent sale sold 65 head of range horses at 2 50 per head. Eastern markets hint at a rebound though prices remain modest and demand grows.
J A Molten of Dutton was a business visitor in Chateau Thursday of this week.
Miss Tishelle Hirshberg, daughter of Mr and Mrs Julius Hirshberg, who had been ill, shows considerable improvement after a few days of illness.
Harry Price traveled as a fare paying passenger on the Great Falls service this morning, joining other riders on the line.
Miss Edith Graves boards the Great Northern for a brief trip to Great Falls this morning, planning a few days' stay and return.
Mr and Mrs T O Larson entertained a small group at a New Year's dinner at 2 o'clock in honor of their daughter Miss Alva.
The Gordon Campbell Company plans to start spudding at Farmington this afternoon. They report all preparations are in first class order and expect to rush the project to finish. Weather permitting production should begin in about 40 days.
The Curtis brothers relocate their barber shop to the building formerly used by A. C. Warner. The shop is described as up to date and ready to serve both new and old customers.
Dr C D Powell of Valier was a business visitor in town last Saturday.
Dr A J Simmons a veterinary surgeon from Walier was seen on the streets Saturday last returning from a trip to Great Falls confirming he traveled there recently for business or medical work.
Mr and Mrs Fred Lathrop of Blackleaf stayed as overnight visitors in Choteau Friday last.
Judge John J. Greene came back Saturday after holding court at Wolf Point. Ben Hirsbergs returned Sunday from a brief North Dakota trip. Chas Strand rode the Milwaukee to Great Falls and Shelby for business. Twin girls were born December 23 at Chateau hospital to Mr and Mrs Earl Zimmerman of Fairfield.
Mr and Mrs Frank Miller or the Dry Forks vicinity were shopping with our merchants last Tuesday and visiting at the home of Mr and Mrs H B Dishworth in a small community social note.
Reliable authority says Gordon Campbell will soon partner with S. T. Wiprud in the Choteau Mercantile Company. The announcement signals a planned business partnership in Choteau with both men involved.
Ike Martine completes building repairs on Mai street and moves in fixtures signaling readiness to begin business at the new office location.
Out of town attendees at the Womans' Club dance last Monday included Mr. and Mrs Ed Nett, Mr. and Mrs Weston Howard, Arthur Nett, H. A. Nett, and others from Augusta.
P H Crossen departed Tuesday afternoon for California where he will spend the next two months.
J. L. Collins of Blackleaf spent Tuesday and Wednesday greeting old friends. T. A. Meagher returned home last Saturday from Minneapolis and visited his former residence in Soc Center, Minnesota.
Mr and Mrs B I Packer hosted Mr and Mrs Julius Hirshberg for dinner last Sunday. Miss Schimmelpfing returned to Chateau Monday to assume duties at the high school. Gordon Campbell was a business visitor in town Friday and Saturday of last week.
Nick Papalus of the Merchants Cafe is spending the week in Great Falls, sampling local venues and meeting community members during his stay.
Mr. Myrick of the forest office was a welcome visitor this New Year’s morning. An article by Mr. Myrick appearing in a separate column will interest readers in this district.
Theo Berg of the Bole district visited town last Sunday for eye trouble. Dr. Bateman attended to the eye, and Berg returned home the same evening.
Charles Butler of Ear Mountain ranger station spent the early week learning to operate a Chevrolet. He mastered the mechanism and invites friends to take a ride.
County commissioners met Monday morning and organized the new board. Donald Kerr was named the new member. Chas Crane was re elected chairman for the coming term.
Ed Hart pleaded guilty to selling liquor and was sentenced by Judge John J. Greene to 30 days in jail and a $150 fine. If the fine is not paid before the jail term ends, he may serve the remaining amount at $2.00 per day.
J L Wolcott of the J B Colt Carbide and Lighting company will give a thorough demonstration of his plant at the Chateau House on Saturday January 18.
Um G Levy departed Milwaukee on Thursday afternoon for Nevada where he will supervise mining interests in the region.
Thos O Larson spent Wednesday in Great Falls on a business mission aboard a bus.
Jesse Cline pled guilty to burglary of the Porter Store at Bynum on Christmas night and was sentenced by Judge Greene to one to two years in the penitentiary with the sentence suspended on good behavior.
The annual meeting of the stock holders of Power State Bank will be held at Power at 2 p.m. on January 9. A. K. Nelson, Cashier.
Red Cross volunteers request a warm coat suitable for a large woman, noting a shortage in donated outerwear. They appeal to local donors and describe preferred size, style, and warmth level. The effort aims to provide immediate relief for someone in need this winter.
Miss Gladys Martine will on Monday take charge of the Spring Valley school and begin her first work as a teacher. Her experience in the office of the county superintendent suggests she will likely succeed in her new role.
Last Thursday Fort Shaw high school edged Nort Shaw 25 to 18 before 200 fans in a brisk game noted for fast pace and teamwork. The girls' contest preceded the boys' with Fort Shaw girls winning 18 to 3.
J L Wolcott of Great Falls is in Chateau for six weeks representing the J B Colt carbide lighting and cooking company. He has been assigned Teton county by the firm and previously sold 26 plants in Cascade county in December without issue. He seeks sales opportunities while managing lighting and cooling interests and invites friends to expect his auctioneer skills.
Mr and Mrs Frank Oulton hosted a six course dinner at the Glenloyd last Monday with two large basket centerpieces and silver candleabras. Guests included BE Hirshberg Arthur Hirshberg C S McDonald J S Cain H W Bateman H J McGregor John Hannan T H Givens Geo M Coffey and James Eckford. After dinner the party joined the Woman's Club dance at the K P hall.
Wednesday evening Mr and Mrs J I Cain hosted a seven oclock dinner. Attending were Mr and Mrs IE J Hirshberg Mr and Mrs Arthur Hirshberg Dr and Mrs H W Bateman and Mr and Mrs James Eckford.
The Bridge Club will gather this afternoon at Mrs. C. S. McDonald’s apartments in the McDonald block for a club meeting.
Dr. Fisher connected with the state veterinary department conducted official business in the area on Thursday and Friday of this week.
J E Jenny, general station inspector for the Great Northern, is visiting the local office this week to review operations and discuss schedules with staff.
Geo Porter from the county’s northern beach area came to our town on Wednesday to attend to business matters.
Mrs Russell Mellon departed the Chateau Thursday for an extended visit with relatives in Iowa. Mr Mellon accompanied her as far as Great Falls.
Notice of a gray saddle horse weighing about 1000 pounds with a long mane and FA brand on the right thigh missing. Rewards offered for information leading to recovery, addressed to Dr. E. B. Maynard.
Notice from The Montanan states state approved warrant books are available for school districts with immediate delivery and favorable pricing. The call to district clerks urges prompt ordering from the supplier.
Supervisor Myrick reported from Augusta where members praised range stock condition and endorsed salting plans. Newly elected officers include Axel Swanson president and L D Boons vice president. Falls Creek and Sun River groups set separate annual meetings for January with dates and locations listed.
Berni Edythea Archer Graves applies in Teton County Montana District Court to change her name to Berni Edythea Archer Ste Claire. Hearing set in Court Room at Court House Chateau Teton County on February 8 1923 at 2 p m. Blanche M. Jacobson, Clerk. December 29 1922.
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