This Week In History
 | Author:
Linda Huth, Broadwater County Museum Curator
Linda Huth: MT43 News Board Member and Copy Editor |
“What Happened this Week in History”
Submitted by Linda Huth; Sponsored by: The Broadwater County Historical Society and the Cotter Foundation
January 22
1903
“The Masquerade”
“Brilliant Success Both Numerically and Financially”
“Gay Costumes”
There is no longer a doubt in the minds of Townsend people of the ability to gather a crowd at the Auditorium. The masquerade given by Mrs. Bubser in connection with her dancing school demonstrates beyond question that there are plenty of those who love the terpsichorean art, and will turn out when a good time is assured.
Mrs. Bubser displayed good business ability in managing every detail of this affair. In the first place, she used printer's ink profusely, both in display posters and through the columns of the local paper.
Before dancing began, the usual gallery seats were filled, as well as all of the spare room on the stage and immediately surrounding the orchestra. The floor space being given entirely to those who participated in the ball.
The musical program was never better in Townsend and those who participated in dancing seemed to vie with each other in their effort to outshine.
Prizes were given as follows:
For gentleman wearing finest costume, a box of Lord Chancellor cigars – D.J. McLean
Lady wearing the finest costume, a picture – Carrie Holloway.
Lady wearing the most comical costume four pounds of candy - Hattie Zimmerman.
Gentleman wearing the most comical costume a case of perfume – Joe Faltermyer
For ticket prizes, a Gordon hat – Cliff Gordon. A gold chain and locket – Rae West. A fine buggy whip – Austin McMahon. A box of cigars – Sam Perkins.
All in all the entertainment was a marked success as will be testified by large delegations from all parts of the county.
1925
“Local News”
Miss Mary Elizabeth Matthews was the week end guest of Miss Gretchen Van Voast in Townsend.
Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Roberts of Radersburg attended the high school play in Townsend last Friday evening.
Herb Neild has had his new radio set installed in the Cozy Corner and has been doing some demonstration work.
H.E. Walter had the misfortune to have a foot injured quite badly when a large cake of ice fell and struck his foot. This was the end of the icing season and the second to the last piece of ice was being put into position when, in some manner, it slipped and fell.
Mr. F.T. McCormick is leaving in the morning (Friday) for sunny California. He will visit all the principal cities and places of interest besides renew old acquaintances with many former Townsend people.
1953
“Paul Carson Fractures Heel”
Paul Carson suffered a badly fractured heel when one day the latter end of the week he jumped from a truck loaded with baled hay while feeding his stock. A jump was necessary to save other injuries with the hook used in handling the bales got caught in an awkward manner and had not he disentangled himself by jumping, he might have received more serious injuries. He is in the Deaconess Hospital in Bozeman.
“News About Town”
Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Whaley and son, Scott, visited relatives in Helena Friday.
Harvey Barrough, Clayton DeBorde, Virgil Karhoff and John Etzwiler of the Neifert-White Company attended a New Holland baler school in Great Falls last Thursday.
Mr. and Mrs. Albert Olsen and children of Harrison visited relatives and friends here Tuesday.
Mr. and Mrs. John Zipperian and John Schmidt motored to Great Falls Friday on a business trip.
Mr. and Mrs. Al Dance have departed for a few weeks visit with relatives and friends in California.
1970
“Crow Creek News”
Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Cazier and family and Mrs. V.R. Cazier drove to Bozeman Saturday and attended the show, “This is My Alaska”.
Mr. and Mrs. Kenny Kitto and family drove to Bozeman Sunday where they were joined by Miss Lynne Melvin and Mrs. Susie Heeb for dinner at the Holiday Inn. The occasion was in honor of Jerry Kitto’s 21st birthday.
Ray Horne went to White Sulphur Springs Monday to attend the funeral of Mrs. Nellie Rader.
Tod Cazier and Danny Moudree joined members of their Boy Scout group in Townsend and all went ice fishing on Canyon Ferry Lake, Saturday.
Mr. and Mrs. Earl Webb and Ray enjoyed dinner at the Jim Cox ranch near Winston, Sunday.
David Kimpton was home over the week end from his school duties at Flathead Community College at Kalispell.
Mr. and Mrs. Bill Kimpton, Mrs. Kenny Kitto and Merle Turman attended the musical show “Carmen” at Montana State University Friday Night.
