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July 7, 2010 Volume VIII Issue 13 PROUDLY SERVING THESE MONTANA TOWNS: Joplin Inverness Rudyard Hingham Gildford Kremlin Fort Benton Loma Big Sandy Havre Chinook Cleveland Harlem Fort Belknap Turner Zortman

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CONTENTS:

Classifieds, Classifieds, EVERYWHERE! Pg. Ad Placement Form............12 “Animal Academics”............10 Classified Ad Rates..............5 Comic.................................13 Community Spotlight..........16 Cowboy Poetry by................7 Fred Liese Index . ................................20 “Laugh Lines”......................18 “Marketing Toolbox”............27 “Money Talks” Financial Column...................9 Photo Contest.....................11 Realty Section......................8 Rodeo Roundup.................15 Subscription Request.........12 “Things to Know”..................4 Word Game........................12 Word Game Answers..........18 Much more!

Renew Old Furniture! 27 yrs experience in furniture recovering. Specializing in vintage furniture. Custom slip covers. Fine fabrics. The Recovery Room Upholstery Shop (406)353-2385, Sondra@RecoveryRoomNW.com 7-I For Sale: New Windshields just $250, most cars and light trucks. Some exclusions apply. Now thru Aug. 31, 2010. Call Bakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Service Center, windshield replacement & rock chip repair. (406)353-2291. 7-I For Sale: Ford transmission, alum. flywheel, pressure plate, bell housing. Trans. is for a 1978 4-spd, no shifter. A shiny $400 for all. Also 460 Ford eng., rebuilt, has about an hour run time. Asking $1,300, no trades, cash talks. 406-450-8401 Conrad. 7-I For Sale: 400 Versatile w/ 21â&#x20AC;&#x2122; draper header. Includes trailer to move it. $4,850. Call Larry at Rainbow Irrigation, (406)357-2211 or email r a i n b o w s a l e s @ mtintouch.net. 7-I

Wanted to Buy: 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; gooseneck flatbed trailer. Tandem axle. Call (406) 265-2119 or 390-2410. 7-I

Help Wanted: Full time Automotive Service Manager needed, American Garage in Chinook. Looking for an experienced service manager to lead and grow our Service Department. Pay D.O.E.. Retirement, paid holidays, paid vacation, bonus, company paid training. To apply or for a complete job description, contact Heather DePriest at 534 Indiana Street, Chinook, MT 59523, (406)357-4201, www. americangaragellc.com 7-I

Jack Club Antique Mall Antiques, Collectibles, Furniture, Signs, Montana Advertising, Books, Knives, Guns, Old Toys, Art, Glassware, Pottery, Tools, Military Items, Tokens, Postcards, Spurs, Chaps, Western Items, Hummels, Roseville, Shelley, & much more. 1512 Vaughn Rd., Great Falls. Open Every Day. (406) 727-0551. We are always looking to buy. I will travel to your location. 1-II:7-I

RESIDENTIALS

618 MAIN 2 city lots plus 2 stall garage w/electric. Sewer, water & elec on site. Fort Benton $34,000. 1110 15th STREET 2 bd, 1 bath, 2-story on small lot. Close to hospital, ideal location for a rental property! Needs some work and TLC. PRICE REDUCED! $30,000. 906 FRANKLIN 2+ bd, 1ba w/ hrdwd flrs,fireplace, full partially finished bsmt on 2-1/2 lots. Fort Benton $118,500 1110 17TH ST Fort Benton T.C. Power-built Craftsman 2Bed+/2Ba,+great kitchen+porch+history=$119,900 1216 WASHINGTON One that you have been waiting for! 2-Story home with ample living space. 4-Bd, 2-bath, large living room open to great bonus room, lrg kitchen w/newer stainless appliances, laundry rm. Enclosed breezeway from enclosed heated back porch to lrg attached garage. Fort Benton $116,900 1008 16TH STREET 3 bedroom, 2-3/4 bath home offers rustic character and down home comfort. Large corner lot, fenced yard and oversized double shop/garage in a great location! $98,000 BEAUTIFUL HOME on walk-out bsmt, 4-bd 3-bath, dbl garage plus RV sized carport, paved drive, & storage bldg. Landscaped yd, deck & entertaining area, creek on 1.43 ac. Geraldine. $179,000 299 MICHIGAN AVE. 2bed/1bath home features an enclosed porch, formal dining room w/ partial basement, laundry area, furnace & finished extra room.Large yard w/ underground sprinklers & many mature trees. 2 garages on property. Motivated Seller! $94,900

NEW LISTINGS

NEW LISTING! 88 Acre Ranchette located just North of Fort Benton on the Teton River. This new listing features approx. 76 acres of grass/pasture, 12 acres of hayland, a 3bed/2bath doublewide manufactured home, 3 outbuildings and corrals. The farmstead has a private well for domestic and livestock use. This end of the road property offers Teton River frontage and great habitat for mule deer and pheasants. Quiet Living, yet close to the City of Fort Benton. $240,000

For Sale: Early â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;60s Td92 Int. Straight Blade Dozer w/rear winch. $3,900. Call (406)535-7281. 7-I For Sale: Steiger Panther II 4x4 tractor, new rebuilt engine, good cond. Also, 1999 Buick Park Ave., new tires, very good cond. And 1975 Chevy C65 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; box, hoist, 366 5spd., very good cond. Call 378-3147. 7-I

For Sale: Like-new CyCorp trailer. Heavy duty bumper pull, 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122; bed, 2 5/16â&#x20AC;? ball w/winch, loading ramps, load leveler hitch & good tires. Call (406) 254-2377 or cell 698-9585. 7-I

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THINGS TO KNOW:

Jul. 9, Fri.: HINGHAM ALL-SCHOOL REUNION, 3 pm registration at Spencer’s Hi-Way Bar, buffet dinner 6:30 pm at Hi-Line Community Center. For more info, call Marcella at (406) 397-3237, Margaret at (406) 397-3158 or Carol at (406) 390-2701. Jul. 15-18, Thu..-Sun.: BLAINE COUNTY FAIR, Chinook, Montana. Jul. 18, Sun.: BLAINE COUNTY KIDS RODEO, sponsored by the Blaine County HIgh School Rodeo Club. 2:00pm at the Blaine County Fairgrounds Grandstand Arena as part of the county fair. Entries due July 9th. Pick up entry forms at EZ Mart in Halrem, Journal in Chinook, Kwik Stop in Fort Belknap, Norman’s in Havre, Kimber’s in Turner, Westside Self Service in Malta, or the Mountaineer in Big Sandy. For more information, call Dan or Sandy McNeill at 357-2489. Jul. 17, Sat.: VETERANS APPRECIATION DAY, 6pm, Fort Benton Park, Ft. Benton, Mt. All Vets, young and old. Everyone welcome. Anyone willing to help w/ events and

rummage sale items, donations, food, all welcome. Burgers & hot dogs provided, rest is potluck. For info, call Diane Jones 406-270-7021 or dianejones8@yahoo.com. Jul. 21-25, Wed.-Sun.: GREAT NORTHERN FAIR, Havre, Montana.

Jul. 22-25, Thu.-Sun.: PHILLIPS COUNTY FAIR, Dodson, Montana. July 22 & 29, Thu..: HOMEBUYER ED CLASS, US Bank @ 235 First St. (West entrance/Level 2 meeting room), Havre. 5-9pm, fee $20. Call 406-434-9161 x114 to register or for more information. Jul. 23, Fri.: PRO WEST PULLERS PRESENT TRUCK & TRACTOR PULLS, Fairgrounds, Fort Benton, Mt., 6pm. Local Pullers & ProWest Pullers evening performance, 8pm.

The next issue of Tricia’s Trader will be distributed Wed., July 21st. Ad Submission DEADLINE is Wed., July 14th at 9am. For Sale: Zortman Patented Gold Mine, +20 acres unpatented claim, near Missouri Breaks, excellent hunting & fishing . All mineral &water rights. Private location, beautiful views! Near Zortman, MT in the Little Rockies. $200,000. Seller will consider lower purch. price of $150,000 w/ seller retaining 1.5% of royalty rights. Call Becky Wimmer, Property West, (406) 262-3035, becky@propertywest.com. 7-I For Sale: Old International Truck and parts. 1975 ambulance, has a winch & generator, makes good work truck. Post hole digger. Blade to fit D-8 size Cat. Log loader. Underground plow. Call 873-4780. 5-II:7-I

For Sale: The Walk-In Cupboard in Harlem will be closed July 4-31. See you later in the summer! 7-I

Jul. 24, Sat.: PRO WEST PULLERS PRESENT TRUCK & TRACTOR PULLS, Fairgrounds, Havre, Mt. Local Pullers at 12pm & ProWest Pullers evening performance at 7pm. Jul. 27-31, Tue.-Sun.: CENTRAL MONTANA FAIR, Lewistown, Montana

Aug. 19 & 26, Thu..: HOMEBUYER ED CLASS, US Bank @ 235 First St. (West entrance/Level 2 meeting room), Havre. 5-9pm, fee $20. Call 406-434-9161 x114 to register or for more information. Aug. 20-22, Fri.-Sun.: CHOUTEAU COUNTY FAIR, Fort Benton, Montana.

Sep. 23 & 30, Thu.: HOMEBUYER ED CLASS, US Bank @ 235 First St. (West entrance/Level 2 meeting room), Havre. 5-9pm, fee $20. Call 406-434-9161 x114 to register or for more information. Oct. 21 & 28, Thu.: HOMEBUYER ED CLASS, US Bank @ 235 First St. (West entrance/Level 2 meeting room), Havre. 5-9pm, fee $20. Call 406-434-9161 x114 to register or for more information. Nov. 18 & Dec. 2, Thus.: HOMEBUYER ED CLASS, US Bank @ 235 First St. (West entrance/Level 2 meeting room), Havre. 5-9pm, fee $20. Call 406-434-9161 x114 to register or for more information. Let us know what’s happening in your area It’s free and it gets read! Call 379-2377 or email kimmelkreations@yahoo.com.

For Sale: Saanen nubian yearling doe; kinder nanny; alpine nanny, freshened; Saanen alpine buckling; Boer-X buckling; Wethered kinder kid. Black mini mare. 2 mini donkeys. 3 newborn foals, all paints. Pick yours out now, pick up this fall at weaning. Miniature calves: 2 ZebuX calves, very small and colored. More coming. 2 llamas, breeding pair. 2 Alpaca geldings. Jersey dexter 2-yr old heifer. Zebu X small cow. Call 654-2704. www.oldehomesteadanimalfarm.com 6-II

Help Wanted: Are you good with people? Do you want to have fun and make money at the same time? NEEDED: 5 Avon Representatives Selling ASAP! Karen @ 866-467-8813 kc-n-crew@bresnan.net. 7-I

“Protect your ranch like you protect your family” Anthony Cammon, Agent 1728 2nd Street West Havre, MT 59501 Bus: 406-945-9000 anthony.cammon.rt6m@statefarm.com

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Did you see it yet? The ALL NEW website for Tricia’s Trader and Kimmel Kreations, LLC is up and running. Visit us today at www.Kimmel-Kreations. com. Same address, all new site! Place ads, order photos, order business cards, so much more! www.Kimmel-Kreations.com x $ Cash Paid For $ Antiques & Old Stuff. Looking for: Crocks, Old Toys, Guns, Parts, Ammo, Oak Furniture, Railroad Items, Trade Tokens, Silver Coins, Old Watches, Spurs, Chaps, Bits, Knives by Ruana, Western, Case, Schrade & Others. Old Gas Pumps. Signs. Montana Photos. (406) 868-4298. In Great Falls but I will travel. 1-II:7-I

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For Sale: 5 year old pretty bay mare. Has never bucked. Not spoiled. She is a smaller mare. Been on wagon train, a parade, chased cattle a few times. She needs time spent on reining. $1,700. Call 654-2704. 7-I Clearance fabrics! Looking to save? Weekly specials. Bargain bin. New fall and holiday fabrics arriving now. Plan your projects early! Bearly Square Quilting (406) 2654424. Atrium Mall, Havre. 7-I

For Sale: 1985 Volkswagon Golf hatchback. Interior good, engine runs well, transaxle is not functional. Perfect for parts. $400 obo. Call Alex at 301-1158. 7-I:8-II

Attention Tractor Pullers: Truck & Tractor pulls July 23 in Fort Benton & July 24 in Havre. For details: (406) 945-3666 or roxanamangold@yahoo.com. AMX racers call Tony at 265-5274. 6-II

For Sale: NEW Tractor Loader Quick-Attach Adaptor. Change from old-style pins to Quick-Attach. Call Dave (406)231-0050. 7-I For Sale: 7’ back angle blade for 3 point tractor hitch. Hydraulic angle. Parts for Chevy Lumina, right side doors front and rear, hood, trunk. 391-8621. 7-I

Did you see it yet? The ALL NEW website for Tricia’s Trader and Kimmel Kreations, LLC is up and running. Visit us today at www.Kimmel-Kreations. com. Same address, all new site! Place ads, order photos, order Get Your GED! Adult Basic business cards, so much more! Education classes and GED www.Kimmel-Kreations.com testing at Fort Belknap College, x 406-353-2607 ext. 238. 6-x

Ruger Collectors: 3-screw Blackhawk. 30 carbine, 97%, 5 boxes ammo, new RCBS carbide dies, new brass & bullets. $650. Call 406-535-4833. 7-I

For Sale: Miniature paint foals, spotted baby miniature jack, miniature calves and Jersey bull callves. Ready this fall after weaning time. 654-2704. www.oldehomesteadanimalfarm.com. 7-I

In the market for a new/used vehicle and don’t know where to start? Call Jack, Terry, or Pam at Northern Prairie Auto Sales at 653-1160, we’ll let you know what you are getting before you sign the dotted line! We offer the same great rebates and incentives as the big city guys, but we provide something they don’t - hometown service. Call 653-1160 or visit our web at www.northernprairieauto.com. Don’t see what you want? Call us and we’ll get it for you. 5-II(x)

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Complete inventory in stock - or we can find it for you; just a short phone call away.

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Havre 265-5887 Denton 567-2221 Billings 252-8614

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COWBOY POETRY BY H. FRED LIESE Fred Liese makes his home at the edge of Black Coulee near Turner, Montana. Raised on the Big Flat, he finds plenty of “inspiration” in the people and things around him every day, and Fred’s brand of entertainment has earned him a large following throughout the US and Canada.

The One That Never Got Away: A Fishing Story

It was a bright and sunny day They hit the road and drive While all the fishes lie and wait, These fishermen arrive.

Expletive terms then came to light Disaster, it had struck His line, it was raveled His reel, it was stuck.

To get this story clarified There’s truth and expectations Any facts that are revealed, There’s a statute of limitations.

He grasped a pair of pliers His drink, he then consumed Amusingly, he’s cussin’ Dissection, it resumed.

Evasion of some salty quotes It’s not complete removal They had to be adjusted They may not meet approval.

He straightened out the tangled mess He replaced the nut He returned to business When the cover, it was shut.

The beverage box was opened Through the ice, it was selected He latched on to his fishin’ pole No longer, it’s neglected.

One crank upon the reel That’s when it did occur Something was attached Something grabbed his lure.

Now strolling to the river Abruptly, he did stop He paused and took another taste It’s last year’s barley crop.

It came in like an anchor Fighting, there was none He landed it upon the bank It glistened in the sun.

Morning rolled to afternoon Worms and lures were bitten He made some trips back up the hill He returned where he’d been sittin’.

“Come and see this nasty thing.” “I caught it near the dam.” Sure enough, there it was “I caught a rotten clam.” (In memory of Eldon Krueger.)

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Money Talks

By guest contributor Greg Dugdale of Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Havre, Montana

THE HURRIER I GO THE BEHINDER I GET When are Social Security checks potentially loans and not benefits? Why, when you have “excess earnings” of course. In today’s economy, many senior citizens still work during their “retirement” either because they want to or, all too often, because they must to make ends meet. Retirees who want to work as well as collect social security retirement benefits must plan their compensation carefully if they want to avoid losing some or all of their social security benefits. In order to collect social security “old age” benefits, you must be “retired.” Congress has reasoned that if you earn more than a specified amount, you are not “retired” and, therefore, are subject to having some or all of your benefits eliminated. Congress does allow you some earnings before your benefits are jeopardized. The amount of allowable earnings depends on your age. If you are over 65, there is no limit on the amount you may earn and still collect your full benefit. If you are at least 62, but younger than 65, you may earn up to $14,160 in 2010 before your benefits are affected. The earnings limit is adjusted each year for inflation. If you earn in excess of the limit, you must repay some or, potentially, all of the benefits you receive. For every $2 you earn over the $14,160 limit, you must give up $1 of benefits. A special rule applies in the year in which you retire. In the initial retirement year, no matter how much is earned for the year, no benefits will be lost for any month in which you earn $1,180 (1/12 of $14,160) or less. For purposes of the retirement test, “earnings” are defined as “wages” earned as an employee or the “net earnings” of a self-employed person. The earnings must result from work performed after retirement. “In kind” payments of goods or services in exchange for work are considered earnings. Retirement plan distributions, rents, capital gains, interest, dividends and other investment-related income do not count as “earnings” for this purpose. You are required to report estimated earnings in excess of the limits. Benefits are then adjusted to reflect the amount owed, based on the estimate. Actual earnings figures should be reported by April 15 of the following year. Further adjustments may then be made based on actual results. An example will illustrate how Social Security benefits are reduced when a retiree has “excess earnings.” Mr. Baker is a 63 year old retired carpenter who receives $1100 per month in social security benefits. During 2009 Mr. Baker earns a net of $16,000 for some cabinets he makes and sells. Mr. Baker’s Social Security benefit will be reduced by $920 ((16,000 –14,160)/2). This brief article is no substitute for a careful consideration of your unique personal situation. Before making any significant retirement planning or tax strategy, consult your financial planner, attorney or tax advisor, as appropriate. This material was prepared by Raymond James for use by Greg Dugdale, Branch Manager of Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC.

For Sale: 2006 custom made American Legion commercial food trailer. Contains tripe sinks, two door table top stainless steel commercial refrigerator, two burner steam table, coffee maker, popcorn maker, six burner BBQ grill, and two burner heating unit plus many extras. A/C & heater. Propane and/or comm. electric operated. Also has portable generator. Asking $25,000 obo. Call 622-5556 or view at 13th & St. Charles Sts. in Fort Benton. 7-I For Sale: LIKE NEW 2008 Sandpiper 5th wheel, bunkhouse model, 29.5 ft., 2 slides, solar panel, awning, gas grill & more. $27,500. Call 355-4920. 7-I

Wanted: Tires & wheels to fit Massey Harris 30, also Massey For Sale: 2008 Honda Civic Harris tractors 20, 22, Pony, LX 4-dr, 36K. Auto, PL, PW, Colt & attachments. 406-727CC, CD, Great MPG. Warranty. 0930 or 406-799-9926. 7-I $13,750. 2007 Pontiac GTP, 12K, Lthr, Panaramic Sunroof, XM, 6-CD, Remote Start, For Sale: S&S 9 foot Warranty, Low mi. $14,550. slide-in pickup camper. Precision (406)357-2311. 7-I Call 406-525-3213. 7-I

Feeder Special Cattle Auction & All Class Cattle Auction

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For Sale: USED OILFIELD PIPE - 1-1/4 thru 6-5/8” USED RODS - 5/8 thru 1”, CABLE - 3/8 thru 1”, USED GUARD RAIL, USED 6” galv CHANNEL, NEW HDPE PIPE - 3/4 thru 4”, lengths to 12,000ft BRIDGES for pivots, vehicles, walking, rv’s, etc prices fob our yard in Great Falls or delivered 406-453-7299 or 866683-7299 ask for Ed bigskypipe55@msn.com ask for free catalog. 7-I

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A mini guide to animal health

- by Dr. Roger Baxter

Grass tetany

Grass tetany is a serious metabolic disorder caused by low levels of magnesium in the blood of cattle. An affected cow can be found staggering about in the pasture and if not treated she will go down, have convulsions and ultimately die. Treatment involves a slow administration of cmpk solution intravenously. Grass tetany occurs most often in the spring when temperatures are between 45 and 60 degrees

when the grass is growing rapidly. It primarily affects older cows who are nursing calves, but can also affect young cows too. Cattle should have access to high MAG mineral mix while grazing tetany prone pastures. - Dr. B

Did you see it yet? The ALL NEW website for Tricia’s Trader and Kimmel Kreations, LLC is up and running. Visit us today at www.Kimmel-Kreations. com. Same address, all new site! Place ads, order photos, order business cards, so much more! www.Kimmel-Kreations.com x Contractors: Call us for all of your custom metal siding and trim needs. 16 colors in stock, custom lengths up to 21’ and next day service in the greater Great Falls area. 467-2474 7-I For Sale: BLACK GOLD DOG FOOD PREMIUM BLENDS. Performance, Professional, Lamb/Rice. 100% guaranteed manufactured in USA. 40 or 50 lb. bags. Hunting dogs loved it! Cat food also avail. For info or brochure call Cross Creek Trading (800)488-5075. . 7-I

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For Sale: 1989 Jaguar Vanden Plas, good condition, good tires. All good glass, all leather, sunroof. 6 cyl Hemi auto. Call evenings 406-746-3499. 7-I

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Gittinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Wild at the Wild Horse Stampede A summer wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be complete without some serious rodeo action, and Wolf Point, Montana is the place to find it. The weekend of July 8th through the 10th, there will be three days of PRCA Wrangler sanctioned events at Montanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historically oldest and ever famous rodeo, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Wolf Point Stampedeâ&#x20AC;?. Known as â&#x20AC;&#x153;the Granddaddy of Montana Rodeosâ&#x20AC;?, this weekend of fun wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t disappoint. Rich in history and rich in fun, people from far and wide will be gathering to take in this event. The Stampede itself has a colorful history; sources suggest there were longrunning tribal festivities going on the second week of July annually when it occurred to some local cowboys to join the fun by climbing on wild horses and stampeding through town. The town of Wolf Point was officially established in 1915, but rumor has it this was going on before then. From the original stampedes to the informal local rodeos, Wolf Point has built grandstands, bucking chutes and planned family activities to keep this rich tradition alive! The rodeo grounds were named Marvin Brookman Stadium after the long-time roughstock contractor. His dedication to the sport of rodeo and the raising of fine bucking stock will forever be celebrated. Earning â&#x20AC;&#x153;the best footing awardâ&#x20AC;? from the WPRA, and continual ground maintenance and improvement suggest that this annual event is still going strong, this year celebrating its 87th anniversary. Daily parades, a carnival, a fun run dubbed â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Human Stampedeâ&#x20AC;?, and street dancing every night are side attractions to the nightly rodeo entertainment. Then witness professional cowboys and cowgirls sit deep to compete for buckles and cash. Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a roughstock fan or a timed event enthusiast, this Thursday, Friday and Saturday night sports it all. Watch rodeo competitors carve out their spot on the professional circuit as you tip back a cold beverage and enjoy the perfection of a Montana summer evening. The Stampede is located in the heart of Roosevelt County in the Missouri River Valley, so there are a million ways to spend the daylight hours before the rodeo. Dip your toes in the Missouri River if the weather is hot, keep your eyes open for dinosaur bones and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to bring your fishing pole. The Wolf Point Museum is open for visitors; stop by on Highway 2. Explore native culture, take in the scenery horseback, or head out hiking on your own two feet. Fort Peck is rich in dinosaur discoveries and boasts the famous â&#x20AC;&#x153;Peckâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rexâ&#x20AC;?; stop by and check out Interpretive Center Museum for more information. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to take a trip to the Fort Union Trading Post for an education in local history. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a breakdown of the major events happening at the Stampede: The weekend fun starts a little early as Monday, July 5th kicks off the Shrine Circus. Wednesday, the 7th, take the kids to the carnival and be ready to hear a plethora of musical talent at the KVCK Colgate Country Showdown in the High School

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For Sale: Assorted skid steer attachments. Closeout. Call Dave (406)231-0050. 7-I

Welding Supplies, Railroad Ties, Continous Fencing and Steel Fence Posts Guitars of Montana. New in the store, Phil Jones Pure Sound AAD bass & acoustic amplifiers. Fender®, Guild, Jackson & Gretsch, Alvarez, G&L & Dean. Gator & SKB cases. Large selection of Boss pedals in stock. Electro-Voice speakers & wireless systems. Hammond Pro-Line. Allen & Heath mixers. Mapex drums. Randall, SWR, Ibanez & Laney amplifiers. Sabine, American DJ and Elation. Furman power conditioners. Zildjian cymbals. Music books. We welcome special orders & ship nationwide. “When You’re Serious About Your Sound”, 2 5th Street S., downtown Great Falls, 453-4998. Call Bing tollfree at 1-877-566-2224. www. guitarsofmontana.com. 7-I

For Sale: 2007 Ford SuperCrew. Lariat Package. Loaded! Only 19k mi. Call B&L Mechanics (406) 357-3101 or 2998. www. BandLmechanics.com. 7-I

For Sale: Restorable International “M” tractor, $500. HD8 post driver, $500. Fertilizer cart, $500. Fimeo 200 gal. sprayer (spot spray or fire), $500. Treadmill, $50. Exercise bike, $25. AB Lounger, $25. Tent, new in box, $25. Guns: S&W Lady Smith, $400; Browning .22 Auto, $375; Win. 94 30-30, old, $500. Win. 20 ga. youth, $200. SKS, excellent, all # match, $300; 12 ga. double w/ hammers, $200; Rem. .22 pump, $125; Sav. 99 300 cal., $375; Colt Jr. 25 ACP, $350; Win. 70 XTR 7mm, $375; Para .45 auto, $475. Call 357-3356. 6-II Tire trouble? See us for your farm tire needs. Pehrsons Firestone, Chinook (406) 357-2570 or 3305. After hours 357-3807. 7-I

Interesting (but unverified) Trivia: 1. Pearls melt in vinegar. 2. The three most valuable brands on earth: Marlboro, Coca-Cola and Budweiser, in that order. 3. It’s possible to lead a cow upstairs,but not downstairs. 4. Humans are the only primates that don’t have pigments in the palms of their hands. 5. The sentence “The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog” uses every letter in the alphabet. It was developed by Western Union to test telex/two communications. 6. The only 15-letter word that can be spelled without repeating a letter is “uncopyrightable.” 7. “Stewardesses” is the longest word that is typed with only the left hand. 8. No wordin the English language rhymes with month, orange, silver or purple. 9. A duck’s quack doesn’t echo, and no one knows why. 10. The reason firehouses have circular staircases is from the days of yore when the engines were pulled by horses. The horses were stabled on the ground floor and figured out how to walk up straight staircases. 11. 111,111,111 x 111,111,111 = 12,345,678,987,654,321 12. An ostrich’ eye is bigger than its brain. 13. The longest recorded flight of a chicken is thirteen seconds. 14. The name “Jeep” comes from the abbreviation used in the army for the “General Purpose” vehicle, G.P. 15. The highest point in Pennsylvania is lower than the lowest point in Colorado. 16. The largest amount of money in coins without being able to make change for a dollar = $1.19. Three quarters, four dimes, and four pennies. 17. Only one person in two billion will live to be 116 or older. 18. If you put a raisin in a glass of champagne, it will keep floating to the top and sinking to the bottom continuously. 19. Snails can sleep for three years without eating. 20. Actor Tommy Lee Jones and Vice President Al Gore were freshman roommates at Harvard. 21. There are 293 ways to make change for a dollar. 22. James Doohan, who played Lt. Commander Montgomery Scott on Star Trek was missing the entire middle finger of his right hand. 23. The Eisenhower interstate system requires that one mile in every five must be straight. These straight sections are usable as airstrips in times of war or other emergencies. The Counterfeiter

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For Sale: Hi-Qual Buildings. Travalong Stock Trailers. Japanese Mini-Trucks. Thinking about an auction? Call us! Bass Auction, 406-538-8709. 7-I

After driving for a while, he found a tyiny town with a single store. He entered the store and handed one of the bogus bills to the man behind the counter. “Can you change this for me, please?” he asked. The store clerk looked at the $18 bill for a short time, then smiled and said to the man, “Ah reckon so, Mister. Ya want two nines or three sixes?”

Crop Spraying, Flight Instruction, Flight Reviews, Annual Inspections, Tail Wheel Endorsements. Hebbelman Flying. Custom Harvesting. John Hebbelman (406) 357-4233 or 945-1322. 7-I For Sale: 2004 GMC 2500 HD, 2WD reg. cab, 8’ box, 42,460 mi. Call Sparks Auto Plaza, 406-535-3455 or 800823-3326, Lewistown. www. deannewtoninc.com 6-II Lose weight quickly & sensibly, 3-7 lbs./wk! Ideal Protein weight loss. A medically monitored program with great success. Lewistown, Great Falls & Malta locations. Call (406) 538-7201. 7-I For Sale: Shar Pei Cross puppies. Ready to go! 1st and 2nd shots and worming done. Great disposition. Great family pets. Only 2 females left! (406)357-3689. 7-I For Sale: Shaver hydraulic post driver. $750. Call 262-5008. 7-I AUCTION: Sat., July 10th, 10am, A u t o M a s t e r , 320 2ndAve So., Great Falls, MT. Complete Auto Shop, Equipment & Tools, etc. Auto Lifts, Testers, Tools, Lg. MAC Toolbox. Burow’s Auction Service, Inc. 4 0 6 - 7 2 7 - 0 9 3 0 WWW:BUROWSAUCTION.COM 6-II

Wanted: Wheat to cut. New JD combines and support equipment. 28 years experience. Call 785-224-6285. 7-I

For Sale: 1977 AMC Matador. 2-dr. 360 V8 - A/C - Cr. All original. One owner. 93,000 miles. Jamieson Motors (406)357-2470. 7-I

Phillips County Fair Open Rodeo: July 24th 7:00 pm. Fairgrounds in Dodson, MT Slack at 4:00 pm Entry dates are July 14 and 15 7:00 pm till 9:00 pm ONLY. Entry Phone number is 406-654-2920. 7-I Blaine County Health Department 357-2345

For Sale: 2007 NH C175 SKIDSTEER. C175 W/CAB HEAT & A/C, PILOT CONTROLS, TRACKS AT ABOUT 50%, TRADES CONSIDERED, CALL DAVE 406-2310050. $39,000. GTF 703059 7-I Wanted to Buy: Batteries. Also, buying/free removal of worn-out vehicles and scrap metal. Call 654-1964. 4-I:9-II

For Sale: 3000 lb. clampon pallet forks to make your loader tractor a forklift. Call Andy at Tilleman Motor Co. (406) 265-7865. 7-I For Sale: 2008 Ford F-250 4x4 Crew Cab Lariat 23k mi. Loaded! B&L Mechanics (406) 357-3101 or 2998. www. BandLmechanics.com. 7-I

For Sale: Native Blankets, Native Artwork, Knives, Saddles, Furs, Sweetgrass, and Sage. Awesome prices w/return customer discounts and giveaway drawings. Check it out at Big Sky Images, Havre Holiday Village Mall. (406) 788-7210. 7-I

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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS 3 Sisters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Ace Towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 AgLand Coop, Nashua. . . . . . . . . . . 17 American Garage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Avon - Karen Cleveland. . . . . . . . . . . 8 B&L Mechanics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Baker’s Service Center. . . . . . . . . . . 26 Bank of Harlem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Bass Auction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Bear Paw Credit Union. . . . . . . . . . . 13 Bearly Square. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Beartooth Bedliners . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Big Flat Meats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Bikini Coffee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Bill’s Classic Auto Body. . . . . . . . . . . 4 Blaine County Health Department. . 19 Blaine County Museum . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Boots-N-Saddles Rodeo. . . . . . . . . . 28 Bullhook Health Clinic. . . . . . . . . . . 30 C&N Archery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Cellular Plus - Lewistown. . . . . . . . . 24 Central City RV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Chinook Veterinary Clinic . . . . . . . . 24 Creative Leisure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Custom Collision Repair. . . . . . . . . . 14 D&D Trailer Sales. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Dan’s Auto Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Diesel Doctor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Doc’Z . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 E-1 Towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Eddy Bauer Trailer Sales . . . . 9, 17, 25 Equity Co-Op . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Ezzie’s Wholesale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Farm Bureau Insurance. . . . . . . . . . . 10 Fergus Federal Credit Union. . . . . . . 30 First Bank of Montana . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 First Security Bank, Malta . . . . . . . . 11 Fish Net Store / United Country Real Estate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Florea, Robert - Electrician. . . . . . . . 21 Forshee Agency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Fort Belknap Casino. . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Fort Belknap College . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Fort Benton Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Glasgow Stockyards, Inc.. . . . . . . . . 10 Gibbs Welding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Gruszie Home Inspection. . . . . . . . . 25 Gruszie Plumbing & Heating. . . . . . 31 Gysler’s Furniture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Harlem Lumber. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Havre Jaycees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Heartbeat of Montana. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Hebbleman Flying Service. . . . . . . . 20 Helmbrecht Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 HiLine Insurance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Holiday Inn - Great Falls . . . . . . . . . 11 Holman, Mark. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 HUB International. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Ideal Protein Weight Loss. . . . . . . . . 29 JR’s Tackle Shop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Kalispell Antiques Market . . . . . . . . 27 Property West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Kimmel Kreations, LLC. . . . . . . . . . 29 R&G Feeds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Krayton Kerns, Conservative Cow . . . Rainbow Irrigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Doctor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Rainmaker Sprinkler Systems. . . . . . 19 Lewistown Area Chamber of . . . . . . . . Raymond James Financial Services 26 Commerce. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Recovery Room Upholstery. . . . . . . 26 Lewistown Honda. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Richman Insurance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Little Kritters Daycare . . . . . . . . . . . 22 R-New Trading Post. . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Lohmann Motor Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Sarah’s Covenant Homes . . . . . . . . . 13 Long Insurance Agency . . . . . . . . . . 16 Schwan’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Metal Roofing & Trim . . . . . . . . . . . 21 State Farm Insurance - Thom MacLean Mid-State Signs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Milk River Cooperatives. . . . . . . . . . 14 State Farm Insurance - Anthony . . . . . Missourri River Realty-Malta. . . . . . . 3 Cammon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Moly’s Bone & Grind. . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Storfa’s Service Center. . . . . . . . . . . 13 Montana Actors Theatre. . . . . . . . . . 22 Super 8 - Lewistown. . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Montana Mountainmen Antler Art. . 24 Swap Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Norman’s Ranchwear. . . . . . . . . . . . 19 The Apple Trolley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 North Central Auto Parts. . . . . . . . . . 26 Tilleman Motor Co.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Northern Lights Chiropractic . . . . . . 17 Torgerson’s LLC. . . . . . . . . . . 6, 23, 32 Northern Montana Hospital . . . . . . . 28 Vaughn Trucking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Northern Prairie Auto Sales . . . . . . . 17 Western Bank of Wolf Point. . . . . . . 16 Northern Winz Casino. . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Wild Horse Stampede. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Northstar Dodge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Will’s Office World. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Paintings by Mandeville. . . . . . . . . . 14 Wolf Point Credit Union. . . . . . . . . . 16 PC Motorsports Drag Racing. . . . . . 22 Wolf Point Dental. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Pehrson’s Firestone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Tell them you read it in Phillips Co. Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Precision Auto Body. . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 “Tricia’s Trader”! Prewett Interiors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

For Sale: Used oilfield pipe: 1-1/4â&#x20AC;? thru 6-5/8â&#x20AC;?;Used rods: 5/8 thru 1â&#x20AC;?; Cable: 3/8â&#x20AC;? thru 1â&#x20AC;?; Used guard rail; Used 6â&#x20AC;? galv. Channel; New HDPE pipe 3/4 thru 4â&#x20AC;?, lengths to 12,000 ft.; Bridges for pivots, vehicles, walking, RVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, etc. Prices F.O.B. our yard in Great Falls or delivered. 406-453-7299 or 866683-7299, ask for Ed. bigskypipe55@msn.com. Ask for free catalog. 6-II For Sale: 1961 Chevy Nomad. $3,000 obo. Call Howie at 406-327-6698 for complete details. 6-II

For Sale: Marlin 30-30 cal. rifle mod. 336C, $387, new in box. Marlin 22 cal. rifle mod. 981T, $180. Ruger pistol 22 cal. revolver mod. Super Single-six 9.5â&#x20AC;? bbl, $385. Hi Point 9mm pistol mod. C9 new in box, $140. 406-727-9134. 5-II:7-I

Attention Truck & Tractor Pullers & Fans: We want YOU at our events! Pro West Pullers Truck & Tractor pulls July 23 in Fort Benton & JulyÂ 24 in Havre. For details: (406) 945-3666 or roxanamangold@yahoo.com. AMX racers callÂ Tony at 265-5274. 7-I

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For Sale: 2002 Harley Dyna Low-Rider, 16,400 mi., 95 CI, 1560cc, bags, pegs, windshield, new tires, starter, battery, serviced. Call 357-4233. 6-II NEED A LOAN? Need a CHECK CASHED?Â Come see us!Â R-NEW TRADING POST, 642 First St. West, Havre, Trader BillÂ (406) 265-5057. 7-I

For Sale: KNIVES! ! Largest retail display of Schrade OLDTIMER and UNCLE HENRY knives in the country! New old stock USA-made knives. We also buy & sell RUANA knives and Boulder, CO WESTERN KNIVES. Check it out--you will be impressed! Big Sky Images and Collectibles, Havre Holiday Village Mall. (406) 788-7210. 7-I For Sale: Custom built longbows, recurves and recurve takedowns. Handmade Flemish spliced strings, cedar arrows, leather quivers, armguards & finger tabs. C&N Archer (406) 403-1964. 7-I

See Lewistown Honda-Polaris-Kawasaki for a large selection of used ATVs and motorcycles. Call 1-800-823-0226 or visit our web site at www. lewistownhonda.com. 7-I

Wanted to Buy: Farm tractors that were used in the ‘50s or ‘60s. Prefer IH, possibly oth- For Sale: 366 engine, like ers. Call John or leave a mes- new, only 5,000 miles. Asking sage at 712-288-6442. 5-II(4) $2,000. Call 379-2224. 5-II(x)

For Sale: 2006 NH C185 SKIDSTEER. NH CONTROLS, CAB HEAT, A/C, TRACK MACHINE, HYDRAULIC DROP AND GO, TRADES CONSIDERED, CALL DAVE 406-2310050. $46,000. ETH 702101 7-I For Sale: 1979 Lincoln collector series car, white. Call 873-4780, Cut Bank. 6-II

Wanted to Buy: Old pickups, trucks & cars pre-1959. Any condition, complete or not; even restored examples. Also old coupe bodies & such in the 30’s. I’m in the MT area every week. Please e-mail photos, ddonley@eot.com or call 218639-2809. Fair prices for sure, let me know what you have!! 6-II:6-I-10

For Sale: Late ‘70s 24’ bumper pull camp trailer. A/C, propane/electric stove & fridge. Sleeps 6+. 2 tables, full bath, lots of storage. Needs some repairs, but pulls great and is in overall good condition. $2,000 obo . . . ALSO have a 1962 Ford Fairlane w/ a 261 V-8, 4 door, good shape, $1,000. Call 406253-1916 or 253-1137. 7-I From our Advertisers: “Thanks! Your little paper is read by many. We got calls from Wolf Point, Cascade, Great Falls and points in between!” --Shirley

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For Sale: 2007 NH C185 SKIDSTEER. HAND AND FOOT CONTROLS, CAB ENCLOSURE, HEAT A/C, 811HRS, TRADES CONSIDERED, CALL DAVE 406-2310050. $35,200. GTF 703236 7-I For Sale: 2 bedroom 1 ¾ bath home in convenient downtown location. New kitchen, sprinkler system, newer gas heater and an attached 2 car garage. 2,400+/sq.ft of family living space! Reduced $98,000 (129AP6) Call 406-654-2273. 7-I For Sale: 2005 CASE 440 SKIDSTEER. 88 HP, TIRES 60%, OPEN OPS, CASE HAND CONTROLS, VERY CLEAN MACHINE, 300 HRS APPROX, TRADES CONSIDERED, CALL DAVE 406-2310050. $29,500. GTF 702275 7-I

Did you see it yet? The ALL NEW website for Tricia’s Trader and Kimmel Kreations, LLC is up and running. Visit us today at www.Kimmel-Kreations. com. Same address, all new site! Place ads, order photos, order business cards, so much more! www.Kimmel-Kreations.com x NEED A BAND? Three Wheel Drive is available for bookings anywhere in Montana. Clubs, festivals, events, weddings, parties, etc. Blend of classic rock, country/western and blues, pleasing diverse audiences since 2001. Tom: 4 0 6 - 9 9 2 - 1 5 5 9 . I n f o and samples at www.rev e r b n a t i o n . c o m / 3 W D . 4-I:9-II For Sale: John Deere model 896 side delivery rake. Call 406-367-5577.

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For Sale: 1992 Buick LaSabre, body damage from wreck, but excellent 3800 motor and transmission. Will sell together or separately. Call 443-0332. 7-I For Sale: 2 miniature grey jennies, friendly, $475 each. Black mini mare, bred for a 2011 foal, $475. Sorrel yearling filly, halter broke, $350. Several goats, nannies & kids. Boer, Nubian X, Saanen, Lamancha X, Kinder. Call 654-2704. www.oldehomesteadanimalfarm.com 7-I AUCTION: Sat., July 10th, 10am AutoMaster, 320 2nd Ave So. Great Falls, MT. Complete Auto Shop, Equipment & Tools, etc. Auto Lifts, Testers, Tools, Lg MAC Tool Box Burowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Auction Service Inc. 406-727-0930. WWW. BUROWSAUCTION.COM 7-I(1)

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For Sale: 158 JD loader w/ hyd. valve/3-way grapple. Also, 38â&#x20AC;&#x2122; alloy trailer. Prongtype Friggstad rock picker. 8820 JD combine w/ 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; header. Call 379-2283. 6-II For Sale: Bo Jack puppies (Boston Terrier Jack Russell X). Look like mini pit bulls. Black brindle with white. $250. Fully vacc. and wormed. Full blood Shih Tzus. AKC registered parents but no papers. Females $300, males $250. Cats to give away to very good homes only. House cats. Half Siamese. Neutered and spayed. Call 406-673-3175. 6-II Have you ever sworn an oath to uphold the U.S. Constitution? Check out www.OathKeepers.org . 11-x For Sale: New set of QuickAttach Pallet Forks for skid steer. 4400lb capacity. Dring, side step, $799. Call Dave (406) 231-0050. 7-I

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FORT PECK, MONTANA--The 16th Annual Longest Dam Race was held June 19, 2010 at Fort Peck Dam, Fort Peck MT. After days of rain and clouds race day was a beautiful green, sun-filled morning at Kiwanis Park for the 239 individuals who participated in the six events. The youngest participant was three years old and the oldest was 77. A 4-H group from the Opheim area participated. All 13 participants from the Milk River Activity completed the one mile walk and received medals. The 239 participants were from Hinsdale, St, Marie, Hinsdale, Havre, Opheim, Helena, Sidney, Scobey, Harlem, Jordan, Polson, Circle, Miles City, Williston, Crosby ND, Glasgow, and Billings MT. States represented were ND and Saskatchewan Canada. The races offered something for everyone. The race began with the 10k run across the Dam and ended with the one mile walk/run on the Nature Trail at Kiwanis Park. Seven individuals participated in the 10 mile bike route on Hwy #117. The number race participants were up from 202 in 2009 to 239 for this year. Prizes provided by sponsors and medals were given to the top finishers. The races were assisted by FMDH EMTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, McCone & Valley County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, the Montana Army National Guard, Nashua School District, Glasgow Recreation Department, MDT, and dozens of volunteers. The 2010 Longest Dam Race T-shirt was designed by Maline Koung of St. Marie. The first 75 entries received a free ticket for the Saturday June 19 performance of Annie at the Fort Peck Summer Theatre. The Longest Dam Race is sponsored by the Glasgow Area Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture. The 2011 Longest Dam Race will be held Saturday June 18. For more information call 406-228-2222 or www. glasgowmt.net.Please find attached photos from the 2010 Longest Dam Race.

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For Sale: 2003 Dodge Ram 15 Quad cab SLT 4x4. 58,244 mi. Call Sparks Auto Plaza, 406-535-3455 or 800-8233326, Lewistown. www. deannewtoninc.com. 6-II Wanted: Used oil. Call (406)262-5008. 6-I:7-I

big flat community organizes and selects name TURNER, MONTANA--Recently, members of the Turner/Hogeland communities voted to organize and form a 501(c)3 non-profit entity that will support school and community functions. An election was held to choose a Board of Directors, who later met to select officers and set terms. The board consists of the following individuals: Adam Billmayer, President; Johannas Brown, Vice President; Tricia Kimmel, Treasurer/Public Relations; Shannon Van Voast, Secretary; Emily Bolles, Research and Development Coordinator. The board also polled Turner High School students for possible organization names, and Haley Conlan’s submission, “Big Flat Community Grain Bin” was chosen as the formal name for the organization. Members of the community expressed a need for a way to offer a tax-deductible option for charitable donors that would benefit the Big Flat region. Several informal community forums were held over the past year to discuss different options and goals. As determined by surveys of members of the community, the funds will be used mainly to benefit the Turner School and the communities of Turner and Hogeland. The board has taken the first steps to organize and do the research necessary, and will now move forward in preparing the appropriate paperwork to file with the State of Montana and the IRS to obtain 501(c)3 status. The board is also organizing activities to raise the initial fees required for filing. If you are interested in learning more about the Big Flat Community Grain Bin and its functions, or you wish to donate to their efforts, contact Tricia Kimmel at 406-379-2512.

For Sale: Broke gelding. Cover the miles in style on this lanky fellow. Fantastic on the trail, in the mountains or down the road. Ground manners, loads, bathes, stands nicely for shoer. $1,500 or best offer/trade? Hay? 406-253-3172. 6-II

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The Pampered Chef Cindy Bartes Olsen, Independent Consultant. Call me today! 406-590-5829. 6-I:9-II

For Sale: 1986 47 passenger GMC yellow school bus with 366 engine, 4 spd trans., engine like new, new tires. $3,500 or make offer. Call 379-2346 or 379-2512. 6-II

For Sale: 2005 NH LS180 SKIDSTEER. OPEN OPS, TIRES 60%, FOOT CONTROLS, 2 SPEED, 643 HRS, TRADES CONSIDERED, CALL DAVE 406-231-0050. $24,900. GTF 703301 7-I For Sale: 5 dairy goats ranging in ages from 1 to 3. Would make wonderful 4-H projects. Have great dispositions and have potential for large milking capacity. Call 406-7507886, lv. msg if no answer. 6-II

FREE insurance review… When was the last time you had a complete review on your insurance program? We will come to you. Call DJ or Seth with Farm Bureau Insurance at 406-228-9534. 6-II

For Sale: 2000 BOBCAT 773 SKIDSTEER. BOBCAT 773 PILOT CONTROLS, CAB W/ HEAT A/C 210 ENGINE HRS, CONDITION, JUST LIKE NEW, TRADES CONSIDERED, CALL DAVE 406-2310050. $28,000. BLG 703246 7-I

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Wanted: Scrap iron. No pile too big or too small. I will come and get it. Also taking old junk batteries. Call 650-2817. x

For Sale: New Holland 1068 Self-Propelled Diesel Bale Wagon. 2-wide stack, small squares. $22,900.00. Call Larry at Rainbow Irrigation, (406)357-2211 or email r a i n b o w s a l e s @ mtintouch.net. 6-II

For Sale: 2001 GMC HD 3/4T, 4x4 reg. cab SLE, 8’ box. 61,948 mi. One owner. Call Sparks Auto Plaza, 406-535-3455 or 800-823-3326, Lewistown. www.deannewtoninc.com 6-II For Sale: ‘02 Dodge 1/2 T Club Cab 4x4 SB SLT 4.7L w/5 spd. 154K miles. $7,995. Call (406) 350-9484. 7-I

For Sale: 1 miniature bred donkey, friendly, registered. 1 mini black mare, bred for 2011 foal. 2 llamas, male and female. Some baby goats and nannies. List always changes. Also RAW FIBER. Alpaca and rare breed fleeces. Pkg. deal.Call 654-2704. www. oldehomesteadanimalfarm.com 6-II

For Sale: 2005 Pop-up tent trailer, 16’ long, Yearling model made by Palomino. Two queen-size beds plus dinette sleeps 6 comfortably. Indoor & outdoor showers, toilet. Fridge, furnace, cookstove & water heater are propane. Full-length awning, in excellent shape. For more info, call 357-3608. 6-II For Sale: ‘04 Harley Davidson VROD, $9,000 obo. Custom paint, Screamin’ Eagle exhaust. Too many extras to list. Brian, 406-945-0007. 6-II