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Newspaper
Choteau Montanan
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1918
Page
22
Montana Republicans tout unity and past victories while opposing Democratic rule. O. M. Lanstrum runs for Senate backed by Frank B. Linderman and Carl W. Riddick with emphasis on farmer and wheat interests.
D. Carver on exemption board in Chateau visited Bole Sunday while Eldon and Otto Mull stay with B. L. Ames family and attend local school. Mrs. Duffy moves to Chateau for term life. Patsy and Marcus attend Bole high school. Wilson Stock Co performs three nights this week in Bole before leaving Thursday for Bynum. Pete Stoltzman makes a business trip to Great Falls. Mrs. Chas Wilcox, after Rochester operation, returns home improved but weak. Mr. Arthur Thayer resigns as Gallatin Elevator Co manager to pursue Fort Missoula mechanical course.
Captain Robert L. Finch reports to the Ninth Federal Reserve District that American troops in France lack nothing money can buy. He cites good food clothing rifles and medical care and urges continued support for the Fourth Liberty Loan bonds.
Illson Blodgett of Faribault, liberty loan chairman, received a message from Faribault Americans of German birth or descent offering to donate funds to cover all expenses of the Rice County Fourth Liberty Loan committee. The committee adopted a resolution praising the loyal gesture.
Sergeant Leslie W. Davis a Kentucky native and veteran of the Philippines Cuba and France tours the Ninth Federal District as a Liberty Loan campaign speaker. After a silent start a direct question sparks a fiery extemporaneous address ending with the line The true definition of patriotism is sacrifice.
Private G. H. Langford of the 102nd U S Field Artillery, home with a left leg wound and shell shock, declares American soldiers go over the top by courage not stimulants. He notes European armies historically served stimulants at dawn, but asserts the U S Army does not.
Carl W. Riddick of Fergus County runs as a Republican vowing to champion farmers and laborers, oppose big business, support national prohibition and women's suffrage, back low interest federal loans, curb profiteering, and foster fair price policies while urging all Montanans to vote for the candidate who best serves their interests.
A Montana report highlights public issues ignored by Democratic leaders, noting gaps in policy focus and community concerns across the state. The piece analyzes potential consequences for residents and calls for renewed attention to local needs and governance.
Threshing near Belleview and Kalma is weak with crops underperforming. Community dances and social events at the Belleview school house proceed amid influenza concerns, with no local cases yet. Townsfolk prepare for Red Cross work as threshing winds down and winter plans begin.
Vague wartime plea urges support for the Red Cross and labor groups with funds and membership renewals. It notes many are behind on dues and calls for everyone to come forward.
Dry Forks gossip updates thresher crews and farm visits. Collins and Sprinkle rigs at Fred Campbells and Sabins rig at E Walls. A Pine Ridge school house dance is planned for Saturday night. Red Cross met at Helms farm Oct 10 and will meet again at Mrs Weisers Oct 24.
The article argues Wheeler’s resignation is a partisan deal with Senator Walsh. It claims the move ignores Montana’s copper interests, damages the state’s public welfare, and uses the district attorney office as a political tool to influence elections and public patronage.
During a congressional session an amendment to fix wheat at 2.50 at shipping points was attached to an appropriation bill. The president vetoed the bill, Senator Walsh voted to sustain the veto, opposing a 2.50 price though the national commission urged 2.46 as fair for Montana farmers.
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