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Hi-Line Hay- Grass, Alfalfa/Grass: 1st & 2nd Alfalfa and Oat Hay. Large Rounds. Quantity Discount. Malta Area. (406) 261-4370. 11-II For Sale: Steiger Bear Cat II, Rebuilt engine, good shape. $5200 OBO Call 654-7039. 11-II For Sale: 2009 Mustang GT, 4.6 engine, glass top, leather, heated seats. 11k mi. Call B&L Mechanics (406) 357-3101 or 2998. www. BandLmechanics.com 11-II Apt. Wanted: 82 year old gentleman looking for single, furnished apartment with no stairs due to medical reasons. Prefer Choteau area, but will consider all areas. I have no phone, so please contact me at Box 236, Malta, MT For Sale: Proto Tool Chest and 59538. Need ASAP! 11-I wide assortment of tools, sockets and wrenches. This is a mechan- Elegantly restored 4 bedic’s dream. If you are just start- room 2 ½ bath Historic Malta ing or looking to expand, this home, new kitchen, magmight be the perfect set-up for nificent banister and hardyou. Asking $2,000. Call 453- wood floors. Call us for more 0857 for complete details. details! Asking $179,000 11-II (124DA6) 406-654-2273 11-II

For Sale: Ford C6 automatic transmission with new torque converter. Rebuilt by professional shop in GF $600 OBO; Heavy duty 8’ high x 11’ wide A frame with I-beam style Gantry crane & trolley with chain block. Frame has built-in hydraulic press and vice platform. $1,600 OBO. Call 761-3371. 11-II

Malta Real Estate: Doublewide, office, large shop/ warehouse, 1.6acres, Edge of town. Way below appraisal (406) 253-2534. 11-II

3 Sisters is open again!!!! We have risen out of the ashes and found a new home! Just down the street on the corner of So. 1st Ave. E. and So. 1st St. E., Malta, MT Call us at 654-2529. 11-II For Sale: Native Blankets, Native Artwork, Knives, Saddles, Furs, Sweetgrass, and Sage. 15% off all Framing and Matting! Awesome prices w/return customer discounts and giveaway drawings. Check it out at Big Sky Images, Havre Holiday Village Mall. (406) 788-7210. 11-II

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Great Christmas Gifts! “Boyd’s Bear Collection” 25 pieces (mostly resin). “Tompkins Collection” 7 pieces, “Williraye”-6 pieces and 4 misc. pieces. Entire collection valued over $1300.00 will sell for $650.00. Can sell individually if necessary. Corelle Hearthstone Square dishes: in Royal White (black on underside and creamy white on top) 8 place settings + 7 extra pieces. Like new! Also included are 8 solid black bowls that coordinate. $200.00 value-will sell for $100.00. Call 406-654-1909 (You can see all items in person and get more details) 11-II

THINGS TO KNOW:

Nov. 17, Wed.: NORTHEASTERN ARTS NETWORK presents “Saxophobia” with Rob Verdi. Lloyd Sweet Auditorium, Chinook High School, 7:00pm. 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. Nov. 20, Sat.: CHINOOK AMERICAN LUTHERAN CHURCH ANNUAL BAZAAR and Swedish Meatball Dinner, 11am-2pm. Nov. 20, Sat.: MONTANA LAND AND MINERAL OWNERS ASSOC will hold their annual meeting at Havre’s Duck Inn Olympic Room, 1 pm. For more info. [;ease ca;; {resodemt Jerb Jasseir at 357-3563 Nov. 21, Sun.: BIG FLAT 4-H meeting at school shop to do Christmas lights. Dec. 4 & 5, Sat. & Sun.: CHOTEAU COUNTY COUNTRY CHRISTMAS

For Sale: Irrigated alfalfa hay & barley straw bales 3x3x8 sq. bales. Grain corn available too. East of Nashua. 406-2637022 or 406-785-2271. 11-II

Dec. 4 Sat.: CATHOLIC BAZAAR at the New Horizons Building in Harlem, 10am-2pm. 353-4411 Dec. 8 Wed.: HARLEM COUNTRY CHRISTMAS 4-7 pm in downtown Harlem

Wanted: A few good students! Beginner, Intermediate, & Skilled Quilters, check out our quilting classes! Taking registrations now. Call or stop in for more information. Bearly Square Quilting (406) 2654424. Atrium Mall, Havre. 11-II

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For Sale: Used Arctic Cat snowmobiles- ‘04 900 King Cat, ‘07 m1000, ‘02 zr800. Used ATVs: ‘06 Yamaha 660 Grizzly, ‘10 Yamaha 350,’07 Arctic Cat 700 ,’08 a/cat 700, ‘07 a/cat prowler w/cab, Call Red’s (406) 265-9595 11-II

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For Sale: Antiques & Collectibles. Many New Items! Sale table up to 50% off! Stop by the Walk-In Cubpoard, located inside Hitching Post Pizza, Main Street, Harlem. Call (406)3534777 or 353-2762. 11-II

For Sale: Browning BL-22 rifle, lever action 22 LR, $325. Hornady Lock & Load Classic reloading press, $119. Taurus Gaucho, single action revolver .357 mag., 7.5” bbl blue, new $365. Cimarron Pinkerton 22 LR-22 mag combo revolver. Single action, fixed sights, 4.75” bbl, $200. 379-2661. 11-II

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For Sale: Case 580SL Extendahoe 4x4 Tires 50% one owner $33,205.00 406-781-9587. 11-II For Sale: 1977 Chev 1/2 Ton, Short Box, 400 V8 Auto, 4 WD, Tow Package, Dual Tanks, Tilt & Cruise, Good condition. 116,000 one owner miles, $3500. Call 406-734-5332. 11-II For Sale: 4 bdrm-2 story-2 baths, fenced 75 ‘ lot, dbl garage. Call 265-5902 pm or eve. 11-II For Sale: 2004 Chev 1/2 Ton Extended Cab LT 5.3 V8 Auto 4WD Posi-traction., Heated leather seats, 6 CD changer, Bose OnStar, XM Radio, Power W/D/S Keyless Entry, Info Center w/Specific Driver Info Tow Package, Shields Good Tires, 1 owner, 52,500 miles. Excellent condition, $18;500. Call 406-734-5332. 11-II For Sale: 1976 Lincoln Continental Mark IV Bill Blass Special. Needs some body work. Call Havre 265-5902 pm or eve. 11-II 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. 11-II For Sale: Alfalfa/grass hay. 1155 lbs. soft core round bales. 14.77% crude protein. $35 a bale. u-haul. Southwest Havre. 262-4294 11-II Help Wanted: School bus driver needed in the Chinook, MT area. Please call (406) 262-3839. 11-II

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Photo courtesy Meryl Rygg McKenna, Lewistown News-Argus.

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.

Give Her Air Her hands have lost their nimble ways to grip her finest crystal.

She dreams about the bygone days when she cocked her favorite pistol. A gross mistake came on the scene when she commits an error. It put her into panic mode and left her there in terror. The intruder snapped right into place and then took full control. Adhering to the prisoner, she’s left without parole. Confinement, it was well defined and could this end her life? Lacking now in basic strength, she could not grip the knife. She wrestled now in anguish and with fear of losing hope. There she was more tightly bound than duct tape and a rope. It’s compressing tightly on her chest in a form of strangulation. Two lungs are fighting side by side in hyperventilation. Her heart is swiftly palpitating as she tries to catch her breath. She knew that lack of oxygen would be the cause of death. Despair is present in her mind, it’s more than aggravating. Assistance, she now greatly needs for fear of suffocating. Thrashing with the “tie that binds” just made a deeper hole. She’d surely view the angels when they came to call the roll. While she considered 911 to alert the men of law, A last ditch effort cast away her new athletic bra. Tricia’s Trader , © 2010 Fred Liese

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For Sale: Hay Barley bales, grass and alfalfa hay also - all priced to sell. U haul. 1984 Tioga 350 self contained camper. Sleeps six. Great for hunting. Clean, good tires. 650-3006. 11-II

For Sale or Trade: 1929 McCormick Deering 22-36 Tractor in running cond. Possible trade for a 25-40 hp tractor w/3-pt. & hydraulic. Call (406) 353-2291. 11-II Guitars of Montana: FenderÂŽ authorized dealer. Guild. G&L. Mapex drums. Zildjian cymbals. Music books. Special orders welcome & we ship! â&#x20AC;&#x153;When Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re Serious About Your Soundâ&#x20AC;?, 2 5th Street S., downtown Great Falls, 4534998. Also Stanford & Wicks Guitars, Lewistown. www. guitarsofmontana.com 11-II

For Sale: Alpaca geldings (also Raw fiber). Gentle halter broke Jersey cow bred to Jersey. Nanny goats and doelings and rare breed lambs. 1 mini mare, sorrel; miniature calves, small cute pets! Call 654-2704. www. oldehomesteadanimalfarm.com. 11-II

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For Sale: Classic old Ford, 1975 Ford Elite, engine & transmission will need work. Great project car! Call Dave at 788-2182. 11-I

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For Sale: 1998 Dodge Ram 1500, 4x4, Club Cab, Short Box, Auto, Power Everything, 80K, Deep Amethist, $8,500 obo. Call 228-2433 or 364-2112. 11-I For Sale: Howa-Legacy youth rifle, 7mm-08 Rem., 1 adult & youth stock, 3-9 scope & rings. New $525. Winchester model 270 pump 22 L.R., used, $275. 379-2661. 11-II Western Region Position Opening: Tricia’s Trader is looking for a motivated individual to represent advertisers in the Great Falls area. Contact us at 379-2377 for more information or send letter of interest to kimmelkreations@yahoo. com. Great income potential for the right individual. 11-II

Money Talks

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

LAST MINUTE TAX TIPS

Here’s a potpourri of rules and ideas that are important for yearend planning. Securities Sales To realize a gain or loss in 2010, the trade date must occur on or before December 31, 2010. Settlement date is irrelevant for publicly traded securities. The limit on the deduction of capital losses in excess of capital gains is $3,000. Any net capital losses in excess of $3,000 are carried over into 2011. Both short- and long-term losses are counted on a dollar-fordollar basis. A few years ago, long-term losses were worth only $.50 on the $1. No longer. The holding period to achieve a long-term capital gain or loss is now more than twelve months. Count the period from trade date to trade date. Whether a gain is short- or long-term does make a difference. The date a long-term gain is realized also makes a difference. In general, net short-term gains are subject to a 35% maximum rate, while net long-term gains are taxed at a maximum of 15%. However, some gains may be subject to a 25 or 28% rate, such as gains on the sale of art or collectibles and gains on certain depreciated real property. Retirement Plans If you are a calendar year taxpayer, the deadline for establishing a qualified retirement plan for deductions against 2010 income is December 31, 2010. The contribution need not be made until the tax filing deadline of the taxpayer’s return. Note; however, that a SEP plan can still be established for 2009 deductions up until the return due date in 2010. In order for a distribution to qualify as a lump sum distribution, 100% of the balance to the credit of the employee must be distributed in one taxable year. If you have retired this year, make sure that you received (or will receive by year-end) everything you have coming under your former employer’s qualified retirement plan. Charitable Contributions Many people make their annual charitable contributions during the holidays. If you’re going to make a cash contribution, mail the check by December 31, 2010 to qualify for a 2010 deduction. Giving a personal note or I.O.U. to the charity won’t qualify for a deduction; but, donating with a credit card does. Making gifts of securities is a very effective way to make charitable contributions. Charities are happy to receive odd lots. Donations of longterm capital gain property are deductible based on fair market value. It doesn’t make sense to donate short-term capital gain property; your deduction will be limited to your basis. Also, it doesn’t make sense to donate securities with losses; sell the stock and donate the cash. To claim a 2010 deduction, the security must actually be transferred to the charity before December 31, 2010. Check in with your financial planner near the end of the year to see what deadlines and opportunities apply to your particular financial situation. This material was prepared by Raymond James for use by Greg Dugdale, Branch Manager of Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC.

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- by Dr. Roger Baxter Anal Sac Disease When a dog scoots himself across the floor chances are that it is not worms. They do it when their anal glands are uncomfortable and all dogs have them. Anal sacs are located between the internal and external anal muscles that allow the dog to keep stool in the rectum until it is time to pass. They store a secretion for territory marking in the anal sacs. In most cases the dog will squeeze the sphincter muscles and force the contents of the anal sacs on

the surface of the stool. If the contents of the anal sacs are not emptied on a regular basis the contents become thick and plug the openings of the anal sacs. Impacted glands cause discomfort or can abcess. I realize that anal glands are not something that pet owners talk about. However it is important to know when your pet may be having a problem. Early treatment is best! ~Dr B.

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Scrap prices are good.... It’s For Sale: 52 “ Toshiba TV for time to clean up! Pacific is buy$400. Call 357-2005. 11-II ing junk autos, scrap iron, and batteries. (406) 265-5824. 11-II

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For Sale: 1994 Ford Bronco, 302 engine, Looks and Runs good. 654-1930 or 654-4930. 11-II

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For Sale: 110 5th Street~Kremlin, MT~$75,000. 2+2 bdrm, 2 bath home with deck off back & lots of trees. 115 x 140 lot with double garage and 3 sheds. Call Janis Flynn Pyrak @ 265-9400 11-II

For Sale: 1999 Salem 26’ bumper pull camp trailer. Only used 6 times, been in storage, in good condition. $4995 cash. 376-3223 eves. 11-II

For Sale: Used gooseneck toy For Sale: 2 7/8” oil- hauler w/living quarters in front field pipe $1.34/ft or $40 and cargo space in rear, reasonstick. 357-3869. 11-II ably priced. 376-3223 eves. 11-II

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. 11-II Commercial investment properties for sale! Call 262-4842. 11-II +A+3>381 >23<. </+.381 ,/09</ 79@381 98 >9 >2/ !98>+8+E= 0?>?</

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Please continue to watch for new games and puzzles coming in each upcoming issue in this space! For Sale: 1982 Ford 6-cyl 4x4. Wanted: Used oil. Call 5k mi. on rebuilt motor. Utility (406) 262-5008. 11-II box, $800. 1978 Prowler camper, self contained, new tires, $1,750. Call 654-2425. 11-I

For Sale: Currently Westside Sports & Malta Marine. This business has every kind of hunting and fishing supplies, including firearms, ammunition and fishing/hunting licensing. Asking $165,000 (209MW6) Includes business & Westside Sports inventory, no real estate. 406-654-2273. 11-I

Wanted to buy: Old wooden wheeled farm wagons, preferrably w/ a box. Phone 376-3223 eves. 11-II

For Sale: Puppies! Book now... Will be ready for Christmas. Bojack pups book now will be ready for Christmas. Vacc, wormed, look like mini pit bulls. Shih Tzu pups, full blooded, no papers. Siamese cats and kittens to give away. 406-673-3175 11-II:12-I

Have you ever sworn an oath to uphold the U.S. Constitution? Check out www.OathKeepers.org . 11-x

For Sale: 2004 Subaru Outback wagon, great winter driving car w/ AWD. 83,000 mi., auto, AC, heated seats. $11,500. Call 278-3384, Conrad. 11-I:12-II

Wanted: Taxidermyâ&#x20AC;ŚOld Guns.....Art....Jewelry...AnWanted: Cows to run on shares, N.E. Mon- tiques. We pay CASH! Call40611-I tana. Call 367-5577. 11-I 770-0013or 235-9003.

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USED OIL FIELD PIPE 124in od weld fittings & valves, 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 12,000 ft. BRIDGES for pivots, vehicles, walking, RV’s, etc. Prices f.o.b our yard in Great Falls, or delivered. 406453-7299 or 866-683-7299, ask for Ed. bigskypipe55@msn. com. Ask for free catalog. 11-I

Blaine County Health Dept. 357-2345 For Sale: 2007 Chevrolet Reg cab short box 4x4. Custom wheels, tonneau cover, custom bedliner. Leather. 8k miles. Call B&L Mechanics (406) 357-3101 or 2998. 11-II

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Last year at this time, Tricia’s Trader ran a feature on PPND (Pallido-Pontal-Nigral-Degeneration), also called “Newell’s Syndrome” due to its being traced back to a pioneer to Montana in the early 20th century, Chet Newell. Newell’s descendants still reside all across northern Montana, and about half of them carry the deadly and debilitating gene that takes many lives in their late 40s and early 50s. To read the original story, visit triciastrader.com. 11/13/2010 10:27 AM

This holiday season, please take a moment to contribute to either of these charitable organizations who support research of PPND and similar neurological illnesses. PPND Research Account c/o Marla Phillips P.O. Box 11596 Glendale, AZ 85318

McLaughlin Research Institute 1520 23rd St. So. Great Falls, MT 59405

Having a Christmas Party? Book your holiday parties NOW at the Fireside Inn in Simms. Call us. Dates are filling fast. Great food, great pie and the famous 50 cent bottomless cup of coffee. Open For Sale: 366 engine, like every day at 7 AM. Stop in new, only 5,000 miles. Asking for dinner or a cold one. Open $2,000. Call 379-2224. 5-II(x) 365 days a year! 264-5102 11-I

For Sale: Colorado Blue Spruce, excellent quality trees. 7’ - $120, 8’ - $140, 9’ - $160, 10’ - $180. Trees are balled & burlapped for pickup in Kalispell. Call 406-257-0977. 10-I:11-II

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Chinook’s 25th Annual Parade of Lights & Christmas Stroll Friday, November 26th, 2010 Schedule of Events 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Stroll Main Street Chinook and listen to Christmas Music. 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. - Blaine County Museum Open 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. - Pictures with Santa at Wells Fargo Bank 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. - Wildlife Museum Open 5:30 - Line up for Parade in front of Meadowlark School 6:00 p.m. - Parade of Lights

Anyone interested in becoming a vendor, contact Jennifer Hellman at 357-2023 or visit www.ChinookMontana.com to sign up for a booth.

You won’t want to miss this festive event. Kick off your holiday shopping with creative creations from our many vendors! Call Nancy Diemert at 357-3333 for more information.

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Enter your ATV, Lawn mower or any other motorized small vehicle - dressed as a “TOY” for your chance to win! To sign up or for more information, go to www.chinookmontana.com. 'HVLJQHG E\ 0RQWDQD *UD¿[ ZZZ 0RQWDQD*UD¿[ FRP © 2010

For Sale: Border collie puppies. Asking $50. Call 3834343 or 390-1912. Please leave message if no answer. 11-I

Help wanted: Busy meat cutting business needs workers! Call for details. (406) 379-2210 or 353-2677. 11-I

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Swearing A preacher was making his rounds on a bicycle when he came upon a little boy trying to sell a lawn mower. “How much do you want for the mower?” asked the preacher. “I just want enough money to go out and buy me a bicycle,” said the little boy. After a moment of consideration, the preacher asked, “Will you take my bike in trade for it?” The little boy asked if he could try it out first, and, after riding the bike around a little while, said, “Mister, you’ve got yourself a deal.” The preacher took the mower and began to crank it. He pulled on the rope a few times with no reponse from the mower. The preacher called the little boy over and said, “I can’t get this mower to start.” The little boy said, “That’s because you have to cuss at it to get it started.” The preacher said, “I can’t cuss. It’s been so long since I became a Christian that I don’t even remember how to cuss.” The little boy looked at him happily and said, “You just keep pulling on that rope. It’ll come back to ya.” ~Thanks to Linda Hutton of Turner for sharing!

For Sale: 1992 F-150 XLT 4x4 shortbox V8, automatic, A/C, Power windows and doors, rear sliding window, rebuilt front end, 3” exhaust, bucket seats, good tires, 140K miles, Runs GREAT, $2700 OBO. Call 357-4217. 11-II

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For Sale: Decker pack saddle and mantie ropes, $275. Horseshoeing box and tools, $75. Tent stove w/ legs, $250. Large upright freezer, $275. Call 432-5500 & leave message or call 460-0124. 11-I ForSale: ‘89 Buick ParkAvenue. $500 as is. Call 357-2255. 11-I

HARLEM LUMBER COMPANY

406-353-2511 Find us at the south end of Main. If we don’t have it, we can get it! Charlie & Kay Brekke, Owners

For Sale: 155 head quality fancy Black Angus hfrs. Bred to calving ease Mytty-In-Focus sons. Ultrasound, pregged in 3 calving groups of Feb-MarchApril, 1050-1100 lbs. Russel Darlington, 406-386-2451. 11-I

Custom Harvesting 2011: Plan ahead - TMC Farms & Custom Harvesting is taking custom harvesting and combining acres for 2011. Central and North Central Montana area. Local producers, late model equipment and many references. Call Kirby Berlin at 406-217-3514 or Clinton Berlin at 590-7979 to schedule your acres or for more info. 11-II INDEX OF ADVERTISERS $pare Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 3 Sisters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Aaron’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 American Garage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Art’s Furniture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 B&L Mechanics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Baker’s Service Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Bear Paw Livestock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Bearly Square. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Big Flat Meats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Big Sky Auto & Ag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Bing ‘n Bob’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Blaine County Health Department. . . . . . . . . 16 Blushing Brides. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Branson Trucking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Bright Ideas Advertising. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Bullhook Health Clinic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Central City RV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Chinook Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . 17 Chinook Grille Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Computer Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Custom Collision Repair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Dan’s Auto Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 DJ Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Don’s Store. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 E-1 Towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Equity Co-Op . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Ezzie’s Wholesale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Fergus Auto Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Fergus Federal Credit Union. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Fireside Inn - Simms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 First Bank of Montana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 First Security Bank, Malta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Fish Net Store / United Country Real Estate . . 8 Florea, Robert - Electrician. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Flynn Realty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Forshee Agency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Fort Belknap Casino. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Fort Benton Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Glasgow Stockyards, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Goodies Galore. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Great Falls Antique Mall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Gregoire Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Gruszie Home Inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Harlem Lumber. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Healing Grace Acupuncture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Helmbrecht Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Howard’s Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Ideal Protein Weight Loss. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 IGA Health Mart Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Image-N-That Salon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Jamieson Motors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 JR’s Tackle Shop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Kitchen Designs by Lori. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Leon’s Buy & Sell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Lewistown Area Chamber of Commerce. . . . . 11 Lewistown Honda. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 McNair Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Metal Roofing & Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Milk River Cooperatives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Missourri River Realty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Montana Grafix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Montana Land Auction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Montana Mountainmen Antler Art. . . . . . . . . 16 New Wine Christian Bookstore . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Norman’s Ranchwear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 North Central Auto Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Northern Montana Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Northern Winz Casino. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Northstar Dodge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Obie, Larry Dr., Optometry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Pacific Steel & Recycling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Precision Auto Body. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Raymond James Financial Services. . . . . . . . 12 Red’s Auto. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Richman Insurance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Scott’s Track-N-Wheel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Shore’s Floral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Snowy Mountain Ford/Jeep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 State Farm Insurance, Anthony Cammon, Agent 6 Storfa’s Service Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Super 8 - Lewistown. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Swap Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Sweet Medical Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 The Surplus Shoppe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Titan Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Torgerson’s LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Town House Inns - Havre. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Turner General Store. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Used A Bit Antiques. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Virgelle Mercantile. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Walk-In Cupboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Western Drug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 D&G Sports & Western . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Will’s Office World. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Sunset Graphics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Kimmel Kreations, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . 16, 20, 23 PPND Donation Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Sarah’s Covenant Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Heartbeat of Montana. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Kegel Benefit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Bill’s Classic Auto Body & Towing. . . . . . . . 28 Northern Prairie Auto Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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Ramblings of a Conservative Cow Doctor

by Krayton Kerns, DVM, State Rep. HD 58

We hope you enjoy reading this newest feature in Tricia’s Trader. You may agree, you may disagree with Dr. Kerns’ Ramblings, but you will always have something to discuss over dinner.

Certain Death in The Middle of the Road

One of the greatest thing about turning 50, something I did three years ago, is you no longer have to do things against your wishes. For example, when I go for an early morning run I insist on doing a loop, not an out and back. Even if the route is one I have run hundreds of times, a loop gives the illusion you are seeing new territory with each turn. The out and back is pure drudgery because you see everything twice; the rusted old mail box going out is the same rusted old mailbox coming back. Nothing changes. Last Thursday, due to a momentary lapse in judgment, I was forced to run the dreaded out and back. By nature I am just a congenial guy, and since no one else in my running group possesses my idiosyncratic aversion to out and backs, I tagged along without whining…okay a little whining. With our world illuminated by the triple-AAA batteries powering our headlamps, we ran three miles to the east and then pivoted for the three miles back to the beginning. (Using the word “pivoted” makes the run sound more exciting than it really was.) At the five mile mark, one mile from where we started, we hit the only highlight of the dreaded out and back. There right in the middle of the road, where minutes previously there was only bare pavement, laid the fresh remains of a road kill raccoon. Wow, how exciting to see something new. Seeing the carcass reminded me of politics; nothing good ever happens when politicians retreat to the misinterpreted safety in the middle of the road. When public servants abandon constitutional principles to join progressives, Marxist philosophy incrementally advances; it always has and it always will. There is right and there is wrong; there is no maybe. The recent election painted Montana like a political Red Sea. Republicans regained control of the House 68-32 and an astounding 31 newcomers rode the tea-party tsunami into Helena. This is a sweep beyond my wildest dreams. Now the political debate shifts to we elected officials as we select leadership controlling the 2011 legislature. Two factions are jockeying for position: The middle-of-the-roaders on the left and the conservative constitution caucus on the right. I have tossed my hat in the ring as a candidate for Speaker of the House to be part of a leadership team representing freedom loving conservatives. This isn’t going to be easy and I need your help. Our Declaration of Independence clearly states government only acts with the “consent of the governed.” Do not consent for capitulation! Now is the time for unrelenting, unmerciful, unyielding, uncompromising, unbearable pressure on all elected officials at every level, to honor their oath of office to “support, protect and defend the Constitution.” Grab the phone and be certain your elected public servant honors your wishes. If we default to the middle of the road, the republic becomes road kill.

Read more of Krayton’s op-ed in his 350 page book, Ramblings of a Conservative Cow Doctor - a collection of published and unpublished articles written about the life of a cowboy as it pertains to America’s freedom. Visit kraytonkerns.com to order your copy, available in softcover or hardcover signed editions.

For Sale: 1997 JD 7410 tractor, 105 HP, 740 grapple loader, 4WD, 1 owner, CLEAN, $57,000. Call 406-658-2353 home or 406-390-2303 cell. 11-I

Buying Estates: Whole households, antiques and single items. Call 945-5599 or 390-3176. Leave message. All calls will be returned & kept confidential. 11-I

Looking for some extra money? We have for sale a complete DJ Package w/ optional enclosed Haulmark Trailer. Everything from Peavey speakers, mixer, players, Lights Galore w/ effects, portable players, headphones and everything else you need to work! Call us at 762-7162. Look for our display ad in this issue of Triciaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trader. 11_I

For Sale: Busy downtown bridal store in Havre, MT. Turnkey business includes bridal & prom store, active website, and Magic Tan business. Own a fun, established business ready to make a profit for you right away! Serious inquiries only, please. (406)945-2969. 11-I In the market for a new/used vehicle and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know where to start? Call Jack, Terry, or Pam at Northern Prairie Auto Sales at 653-1160, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t - hometown service. Call 653-1160 or visit our web at www.northernprairieauto.com. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see what you want? Call us and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll get it for you. 5-II(x)

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Sweet Grass County Stone House Ranch

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GUEST EDITORIAL:

In light of a recent article published in Tricia’s Trader about the Treasured Landscapes Initiative meeting attended by Robert Abbey of the Dept. of the Interior, we have been provided with the following editorial written by Sen. Ed Butcher of HD 29. FROM THE DESK—Sen. Ed Butcher, HD 29—462-5615--November 1, 2010

Taxpayer Financed Government Land Grab Are you a Confident, Self-Motivated Individual who is seeking a flexible and rewarding long-term career?

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We are seeking an Advertising Rep for the Great Falls Region of the Tricia's Trader readership area (Cascade, Chouteau, Liberty, Pondera, Teton, Toole and Glacier counties). Set your own work schedule from your own home or office. Independently Contracted position. Must live in or near Great Falls, Montana. (Can live in the Shelby-Chester-Big Sandy-Fort Benton region as well) Part time or Full time options. Must be self-driven and organized, have good communication and listening skills, be dedicated to customer service, and be goal-oriented. Basic Computer skills required for sending messages and files via email, scanning documents, saving/editing files, and use of basic Microsoft Office applications. Opportunity for advancement with built-in pay increases. We will provide the training you need to succeed! Must have computer, telephone and high speed internet access, and own transportation. Communications expense account and travel expense account built in.

Interested?? Contact us at 2000 Country Club Road, Turner, MT 59542 Tricia A. Kimmel 406-379-2377 800-756-1817 ext.101 406-379-2377 or email orletter ofdirect interest to: kimmelkreatons@yahoo.com. Kimmel Kreations, LLC The Home of Tricia's Trader 2000 Country Club Road * Turner, MT 59542 www.Kimmel-Kreations.com

The elections are settled, but one of the most dangerous threats to rural Montana and agriculture has already passed the House and is currently a “time bomb” sitting in the U.S. Senate. The Land and Water Conservation Fund (S. 3663) is a multi- billion dollar land acquisition slush fund to confiscate and convert private property to government control. The votes to control this dangerous legislation belong to Montana Senators Baucus and Tester. The only way to stop federal acquisition of taxpaying private property is not to provide tax dollars for this slush fund. What makes it so incredibly dangerous is that this fund has been structured outside of the Federal budget supporting the left-wing socialist environmentalists’ agenda to spend $5 Billion of our tax dollars each year for confiscation of tax-paying private property; or for reimbursing the East coast conservation groups currently purchasing Eastern Montana ranches for their buffalo/wolf “Prairie Park!” I can also report that Senator Max Baucus, during his Malta town hall meeting on October 29, stated adamantly and without reservations that he will block any Obama’s administration efforts to add more Monuments in Montana. One attendee produced a letter sent by Max in 2001 where he stated absolute opposition to Clinton establishing the Missouri River Monument. The Malta meeting attendee questioned if we could believe Max’s current pledge to oppose future monuments! I suggested that Max could add an amendment contingent for any legislation authorizing Federal acquisition of land requiring the land acquisition proposal being approved by the affected state legislature as required in Article I of the U.S. Constitution. The damage to Montana from Senate Bill 3663 is obvious, but what makes this potential land grab so irresponsible is that according to the Government Accountability Office, the U.S. Park Service and other Federal land agencies are more than ten billion dollars behind in basic health and safety deferred maintenance for current government land which the Federal government is responsible. We cannot allow tax dollars to be used to buy Montana land and take it off the tax rolls which support local schools and counties. The two key votes needed to block the current irresponsible legislation with its federal spending rests with Montana’s two Senators—Baucus and Tester. Montana voters can have tremendous influence on this legislation by calling upon their Senators to oppose Senate Bill 3663. Sen. Butcher has served on the Senate Finance Committee, House Taxation Committee, and Education Committee in both houses plus Chairman House Agriculture Committee during his ten years in the Legislature. A former College professor, Sen. Butcher is a Winifred Rancher, business consultant, and free lance writer.

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For Sale: Girls 26â&#x20AC;? Schwinn mountain bike, $65 obo. Mens Fuji mountain bike, $65 obo. Both in great shape! Also, late â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;90s Honda Civic 4 springs w/ struts to lower vehicle, $100 obo. Call 799-9992. 11-I New! 2 bedroom 2 bath Ranch style home with new siding, newer kitchen, flooring, some interior remodeling and a bonus room in the basement. Fenced front and back yards plus, sliding patio door and cement pad. Malta, asking $92,500 (132KA6) 406-654-2273. 11-I

CPR Saves Lives! Certified Am. Heart Assoc. CPR/First Aid Instructor will do classes for anyone needing certification, including bus drivers, day care providers, etc. Call 379-2520. x

For Sale: Pistol, Glock 21 slim, cal. 45 plus 250 rounds ammo & holster, $631.99. Ruger Mod. 77, Hawkeye 300 Win. Mag., Nikon 3x9x40 BDC scope, extras, all new, $945. Call 406-727-9134. 11-I:12-II For Sale: Ford 302 $250; C4 Trans., $150; 305 Chevy and parts, $250; 383 & trans. $500; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;68 Camaro radiator for auto transmission, new in box $250; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;67-â&#x20AC;&#x2122;72 mirrors, round, $25 pair. Call 432-5500 or leave message at 460-0124. 11-I

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I got responses from Wolf Point to Floweree! Thanks.â&#x20AC;? ~Rob Reid, Chinook From our readers:

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. 11-II

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For Sale: Miller TIG welder, new in box $1,950; ‘37 Chevy Master Deluxe business coupe $2,500; 1930 Model A, 5 windows, $1,800; Ford 390 ci & C6 automatic, $400; ‘55 Chevy dash $250. Call 432-5500 or leave message at 460-0124. 11-I

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For Sale: AKC pointing Lab puppies for sale, $400. 1 blk male, 2 choc. females. Versatility, champion bloodlines, proven in the field and in the water. Hip and eye certifiable. Family raised to make good companions and put food on the table, all in one package. kloop64@gmail.com for photos. 406-357-2822. 11-I From our readers: “I always

learn something new when I read “Tricia’sTrader”. There’s always some new business I haven’t heard of before.” ~Heather DePriest

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Virgelle Merc. Antiques presents a “Real Country Christmas” at a “Real Country Store” Saturday & Sunday, December 4th & 5th, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. AntiquesArt-Collectibles. Phone 1-800426-2926 or 406-378-3110. w w w. Vi r g e l l e M o n t a n a . com. Celebrate the Season at Virgelle, Mont. 11-I

Weddings, Special events, Holidays and everything in between: Let Bear Paw Blooms turn your feelings into flowers. Just a few Wedding dates available for 2010 and already booking 2011. Call today for your personal consultation. Quality and Affordability just a call away. Will travel. (406) 357-3689 or 262-3827 gruszie@ttc-cmc. net Check us out on Facebook. 6-I:11-II

For Sale: 1956 GMC 6 cyl and trans., $250, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;57 CMC V8 and trans., $375; 1,800 gal water tank on skids, $1,200; McCormick Deering 1530 tractor, $900. Call 432-5500 & leave message or 460-0124. 11-I For Sale: 155 head quality fancy Black Angus hfrs. Bred to calving ease Mytty-In-Focus sons. Ultrasound, pregged in 3 calving groups of Feb-MarchApril, 1050-1100 lbs. Russel Darlington, 406-386-2451.

For Sale: Flying machine. 1998 Harmening Powered Parachute. Very low hours. Priced to sell. Factory inspected chute. Two seater. 503 Rotax. Records. 263-8746 11-II

For Sale: 1995 Ford Windstar GL, 141k, 7 pass. lt. evergreen w/ gray cloth int. AM/FM, Cass. Asking $4,000. Call 653-1160. 11-I

For Sale: Doors, doors and more doors! Outside doors, inside doors, closet doors all wood doors, hollow core doors, doors with windows, doors with screen and storm panels, metal doors. All different sizes and prices. Call evenings, 739-4361. 11-I

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