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For Sale: Used oilfield pipe, rods, cable & guard rail. New HDPE pipe. Engineered bridges for pivots, vehicles, walking & ATV. Clips & post caps. Toll free (866)683-7299 or (406)4537299, BIG SKY PIPE AND DESIGN, Great Falls. Call TODAY and ask for our free catalog. VISIT US ONLINE http://bigskypipeandsupply. com/html. 10-I:3-II Traveling Hwy 87 Dec. 1st & 2nd? Stop at The Trash & Treasure Shop in Loma and browse among the antiques, collectibles and “as-is items” for sale. Everything 20-50% off. Dec. 1st & 2nd. 9:00 - 5:00. 11-I For Sale: 200 Black Angus, excellent condition, calving starts March 1st, ultra sounded, vaccinated and poured. Can carry through December. Please call 406-674-5462. 11-I:1-II New Paint Job: If you have dents or need a new paint job, we can make your vehicle look like new. Come see us at Hi-Line Collision Repair Center, 740 2nd. Ave S., Glasgow MT or give us a call at 406-228-2433. 10-II

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For Sale: RV ANTIFREEZE just in time for winter! Big Sky Auto & Ag, 29 McNamara Avenue, Big Sandy, 406-378-2171. 11-I

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Advertising Info................11 Bill’s Food Corner........... 10 Comm. Loyalty Page...... 21 Conservative Cow Dr...... 19 Cowboy Poetry by............ 5 Fred Liese Dave Says...................... 17 “Laugh Lines”.................. 15 “Money Talks” Financial Column.......................... 7 Realty Section.................. 8 Rodeo Roundup............. 13 Subscriptions...................11 “Things to Know”.............. 4 Thanks for reading TRICIA’S TRADER! See pg 11 to place an ad!

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THINGS TO KNOW:

STROLL THRU THE SEASON:

Nov. 9th, Fri.: BLAINE CO. HS RODEO TEAM Taco Feed, 5:30pm, Eagles in Chinook. Taco bar, live auction, kids barrel racing and Calcutta, and Christmas Tree orders. Cost $8/plate. All proceeds support Blaine County High School Rodeo Team. Everyone is invited!

Nov. 10 • Cut Bank: Parade of Lights

Nov. 13th & 20th, Tues.: SHELBY HOME BUYER EDUC CLASSES: North Central Montana RC&D office bldg,1125 Oilfield Ave., Shelby,MT 5-9 p.m. Fee $25. For required Pre-registration call (406)434-9161x111. Nov. 15th, Thurs.: THANKS FOR HARVEST SOUP SUPPER FESTIVAL: Hogeland American Lutheran Church, Supper 6 pm, Service 7pm, Vern and Debbie Cichosz will perform, freewill offering will go to Wilma Van Valkenburg for her kidney transplant. Nov. 15 & 29th, Thurs.: START PLANNING TO OWN A HOME NOW! 5-9 p.m.,US Bank @ 235 1st ST Havre,fee $20,Call (406)434-9161x111 to register and for more information. Nov. 30th - Dec. 2nd, Fri.-Sun.: Annual Chouteau County Country Christmas. Take in the towns of Big Sandy, Virgelle, Loma, Ft. Benton and Geraldine. Nov. & Jan, 2012: ADULT ED, Turner, MT. Sponsored by Big Flat Comm. Grain Bin, Inc. Visit turnermontana.us for a schedule or call 406-379-2243. 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: Totally remodeled 1 bedroom house with a single detached garage, lots of charm and sits in a nice Malta neighborhood. Very comfortable and ready to move into! Asking $39,500 (120SCA6) 406-654-2273 missouririverrealty.com. 10-II

For Sale: Wheat straw. $20/round bale. Net wrap. 500 ton avail. Saco, MT. Call (406)527-7103. 11-I Roofing Specialists: Copperleaf LLC roofing specialists, flat, shingled, metal, low sloped. Commercial or residential, let us give you options. Call 406-924-9402. 9-II:12-II

Nov. 23 • Lewistown: Christmas Stroll • Chinook: Parade of Lights & Festival of Trees Nov. 24 • Havre: Community Tree Lighting Nov. 26 • Conrad: Christmas Stroll Nov. 30 • Great Falls: Parade of Lights Nov. 30-Dec. 2 • Fort Benton: Chouteau County Country Christmas Dec. 1 • Choteau: Christmas Stroll Dec. 1 & 2 • Virgelle: A Real Country Christmas at a Real Country Store Dec. 2 • Glasgow: Christmas Stroll & Parade of Lights Dec. 5 • Chester: Christmas Stroll

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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.

Trick or Treat Witches, ghosts and skeletons Emerge from hidden places Photos torqued in creepy pose They make such ugly faces.

Fears are planted hard and fast They root where evil grows Pitchfork fright is tossed about It curls up your toes.

Demons linked with horrid thugs They’re stuffed with all that’s bad Pasting visions dark with fear They truly must be mad.

Their darkened tunes, they blare about The demons dance the twist A vampire pounces on his prey He shakes his bloody fist. Then putrid crap, it hits the shores It flows out on the plains Those who paddle in the muck It petrifies their brains.

They slithered in the deep and dark Then up from slimy slough They kindle up a cooking fire They make their witch’s brew.

All the lights extinguished now Polluted full of fears Glowing evil doused about It’s flowing from their ears.

And as they sample handy work Brews are now ingested Horns and tails start to sprout A formula’s digested.

Horrified, it came to cease No needing a mortician Embalmed with million dollar crap, We elect a politician.

Absorbing evil in their veins A shadow swiftly greets Tossing through their bag of tricks They offer tainted treats.

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For Sale: Suffolk Ram Lamb and 2 year old Targhee buck. Call 945-3924 11-I Novena to St. Jude: May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us. St. Jude, hope for the helpless, pray for us. St. Jude, Worker of Miracles, pray for us. Say 9 times/day, 8th day, prayers will be answered, never known to fail. Must promise to publish and be published. 11-I For Sale: '93 Bigfoot overhead camper with AC, fully contained, 9.5 ft. long, $5,000. Will deal. Call 3834440 or 390-2466. 11-I For Sale By Owner: 1BR, 1 bath. Lewistown. $15K walk in tub/shower as seen on TV. Next to elevator for easy access. Senior citizen bus comes daily for transportation. Warm environment with caring neighbors. Formerly used by Mother who has passed away. $99K. OWNER WILL FINANCE. 406-3669070 or 208-443-2482. 10-II Copperleaf LLC roofing specialists, flat, shingled, metal, low sloped. Commercial or residential, let us give you options. Call 406-924-9402. 11-I

For Sale: Two 12x14’ NEW insulated, overhead doors, $1,000 each. 12x12’ roll-up door, $700. Call Tony’s Post Frame (406) 538-2000. 10-II

For Sale: Rottweiler Weimaraner cross puppies. Excellent family dogs, exc. guard dogs, very protective, super intelligent. All black in color. Tails docked, vaccinated, wormed. Asking $400, negotiable, to good homes. (406) 423-7777. 10-II

For Sale: 2011 Polaris 800 Ranger. Call Red’s Auto Parts, Havre (406) 265-9595. 11-I For Sale: 42 feet of cultivator harrows w/ nearly new tines, $350. One Dole 400 grain moisture tester w/ case, $275. Two hydraulic drill fillers. Call 406-390-6670, ask for Bill. 11-I

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Money Talks

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

2012 Year-End Tax Planning

Given the current level of uncertainty, year-end tax planning for 2012 is extremely challenging. With a host of major tax provisions expiring at year-end, and new taxes taking effect January 1, 2013, some year-end moves have the potential for significant savings. But will new legislation change the tax landscape once again? It’s impossible to say for sure. Your best bet is to evaluate your tax situation now, consider your options, and stay on top of late-breaking legislative developments. Higher tax rates a significant consideration A fairly common strategy at year-end is to try to shift income into the following year by, for example, deferring a year-end bonus, or delaying the collection of business debts, rents, and payments for services. This year, however, you have to consider any income timing moves very carefully. That’s because federal income tax rates are scheduled to jump in 2013. We’ll go from six federal tax brackets (10%, 15%, 25%, 28%, 33%, and 35%) to five (15%, 28%, 31%, 36%, and 39.6%). The maximum rate that applies to long-term capital gains will generally increase from 15% to 20%. And while the current lower long-term capital gain rates apply to qualifying dividends, starting in 2013, dividends will be taxed as ordinary income. Could the current federal income tax rates be extended yet again? Of course, but it’s far from a certain bet. That means any moves you contemplate have to be considered in the context of several “what-if” scenarios. New taxes also a factor New Medicare taxes created by the health-care reform legislation passed in 2010 take effect January 1, 2013. Beginning then, the hospital insurance (HI) portion of the payroll tax--commonly referred to as the Medicare portion--increases by 0.9% for high-wage individuals. Also beginning in 2013, a new 3.8% Medicare contribution tax is imposed on the unearned income of high-income individuals. Who is affected? The 0.9% payroll tax increase affects those with wages exceeding $200,000 ($250,000 for married couples filing a joint federal income tax return, and $125,000 for married individuals filing separately). The 3.8% contribution tax on unearned income applies to some or all of the net investment income of individuals with modified adjusted gross income that exceeds $200,000 ($250,000 for married couples filing a joint federal income tax return, and $125,000 for married individuals filing separately). Make sure to consider whether you’ll be affected by these new taxes in 2013. Keep in mind also that the current 2% reduction in the Social Security portion of the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) payroll tax is one of the tax provisions that expire at the end of 2012. Revisiting Roth conversions If you’ve been debating whether to convert a traditional IRA or 401(k) account to a Roth account, it’s worth giving the matter another hard look before the end of the year. When you convert a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA, or a traditional 401(k) account to a Roth 401(k) account, the converted funds are subject to federal income tax in the year that you make the conversion (except to the extent the funds represent nondeductible after-tax contributions). With tax rates set to go up next year, waiting to do a conversion could mean that your immediate tax hit for doing the Roth conversion goes up as well. Converting now can also have a long-term benefit--future qualified distributions from Roth IRAs and Roth 401(k)s will be free from federal income tax. That could make a big difference in retirement if you’re paying income tax at a higher rate at the time. Whether a Roth conversion makes sense for you depends on a number of factors; but if it makes sense for you, it might pay to think about acting this year, rather than waiting. One more thing to consider. If you convert a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA and it turns out to be the wrong decision (e.g., current tax rates get extended, and you think you would have been better off waiting to convert), you can recharacterize (“undo”) the conversion. You’ll have until October 15, 2013, to recharacterize a 2012 Roth conversion--effectively, treating the conversion as if it never happened for federal income tax purposes. Looking closely at itemized deductions It’s sometimes possible to accelerate or defer deductions so that they can be claimed in one year instead of the other. For example, you might be able to accelerate deductions into 2012 by paying some deductible medical expenses, interest, or state and local taxes before the end of the year. Or, with higher tax rates coming next year, you might consider trying to postpone deductions so that you can claim them in 2013 rather than 2012, since a dollar in deductions will be worth more if the tax rate is higher. There are a couple of things to keep in mind, though. The first is that, as things stand right now, in 2013 most itemized deductions (and personal exemptions, for that matter) will once again be phased out for individuals with higher adjusted gross incomes (AGIs). The second is that, starting in 2013, the itemized deduction “threshold” for claiming unreimbursed medical expenses increases from 7.5% of AGI to 10% of AGI (there’s a temporary exception for individuals who are 65 and older). If your itemized deductions are going to be limited in 2013 because of these changes, deferring deductions to 2013 might not make sense. AMT--a big wild card If you’re subject to the alternative minimum tax (AMT)--essentially a separate federal income tax system with its own rates and rules--it gets even more complicated. AMT effectively disallows a number of itemized deductions, making it a significant consideration when it comes to year-end planning. And, while a series of temporary AMT “fixes” have increased AMT exemption amounts since 2001, forestalling a dramatic increase in the number of individuals ensnared by the tax, the last such fix actually expired at the end of 2011. As things stand now, the AMT exemption amounts that apply for 2012 and 2013 are significantly lower than for 2011. As a result, unless Congress retroactively changes the AMT rules, it’s estimated that more than 30 million taxpayers (roughly 20% of all taxpayers) will be hit by the AMT in 2012. (Source: The Tax Policy Center, “T12-0169 - Baseline AMT Projections, Aggregate AMT Projections, 2011-2022,” September 13, 2012.)

AMT Exemption Amounts

2011

2012 & 2013

Married filing jointly

$74,450

$45,000

Single or head of household

$48,450

$33,750

Married filing separately

$37,225

$22,500

Other important changes The earned income tax credit, the child tax credit, the adoption credit, and the American Opportunity (Hope) tax credit all revert to prior, lower limits and (less generous) rules of application. Also gone in 2013 is the ability to deduct student loan interest on student loans after the first 60 months of required repayment. Tax changes that were originally made to address a perceived “marriage penalty” also expire at the end of 2012. If you’re married and file a joint return with your spouse, you’ll see the effect in the form of a reduced 2013 standard deduction amount, as well as in lower 2013 tax bracket thresholds in the tax rate table (i.e., couples will move into higher rate brackets at lower levels of income). Talk to a professional When it comes to year-end tax planning, there’s always a lot to think about. And this year is more complicated than usual. A financial professional can help you evaluate your situation, keep you apprised of any last-minute legislative developments, and determine if any year-end moves make sense for you. This information, developed by an independent third party, has been obtained from sources considered to be reliable, but Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. does not guarantee that the foregoing material is accurate or complete. This information is not a complete summary or statement of all available data necessary for making an investment decision and does not constitute a recommendation. The information contained in this report does not purport to be a complete description of the securities, markets, or developments referred to in this material. This information is not intended as a solicitation or an offer to buy or sell any security referred to herein. Investments mentioned may not be suitable for all investors. The material is general in nature. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. does not provide advice on tax, legal or mortgage issues. These matters should be discussed with the appropriate professional. Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC, an independent broker/dealer, and are not insured by FDIC, NCUA or any other government agency, are not deposits or obligations of the financial institution, are not guaranteed by the financial institution,

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Homes For Sale: 824 6th St., Havre, MT: Very clean home, beautiful hardwood floors, country kitchen, finished basement, private fenced yard, large garden area, single garage. PRICE REDUCED to $110,000. Also for sale, 6 Spruce Drive, Havre: $215,000. Beautiful Home on 3/4 acre! 4 bedrooms/3 baths, Garage, Central Air, Daylight/WalkOut Basement, Pellet Stove, Rec Room. Call Havre Hi-Line Realty (406) 945-9039. 10-II (406) 265-2250

Permanent Cosmetics & Tattoos by Sue. Certified Permanent Cosmetic Technician. In Malta call 390-2240. 10-II

Zero Montana Hatchery: Specializing in chickens, ducks, geese and guineas. 1261 W. Old Hwy 10, Terry, MT. Call 406-852-4282. 7-I:6-II-13

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For Sale: 2003 Cherokee Invasion 3H slant trailer w/ living qtrs. Weekender pkg with shower, toilet, micro, fridge, AC, awning. Rear tack and drop down windows. Mainly all highway miles, EXC CONDITION! 406-6542780 or 406-724-7105. 11-I

Would you like to LOSE WEIGHT? Clinically supervised. 3-7 lb/week is typical. It’s possible for you with Wellness Weighs! Call Lewistown (406) 538-7201, Malta (406) 654-4140, Havre (406) 399-5200, or Great Falls (406) 454-1000. 11-I

Prewett Interiors: Come to Prewett Interiors. 41 1st St. N. in Glasgow for all your flooring, framing and window treatments. On Nov. 29th from 5:30-7:30 come see how to turn your tub into a shower. For more info, call 406-228-9844. 10-II

Water Wells and Pump Systems: Call Loring at Krass Farms, Drilling Division. 406-379-2585. 10-II All Seasons Home Center in Glasgow has all your rough lumber needs 1x6,1x8,2x6,2x8,2x10,2x12 and more call 406-228-8288 or stop by 729 2nd Ave S Glasgow Mt. 10-I:12-II Country Christmas "Discount and Dicker" Sale at the The Trash Shop in Loma. Hwy 87 and 4th Ave. Saturday December 1st and Sunday December 2nd. 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. 11-I

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Bill’s Food

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Dig right in to our newest regular guest column! Bill Hake invites you to test his recipes and his theories and tell us what you think. And he takes “requests”!

COFFEE

For Sale: Central Video in Malta, 211 S. Central. DVDs, VHS, Games. $11,000 plus inventory. Popcorn, pop, candy machines, 2,600 sq. ft. building w/ upper level, 16x61 attached garage and office area. Also included is a 860 sq. ft, 2 bedroom, 1 bath home behind building. Serious inquiries only. Call 406-654-2161. 10-II

WEIGHT LOSS THAT WORKS! No gimmicks, shakes, bars or powders Looking to lose 20 pounds, shed inches and keep it off? Real Time Coaching, used and created by Chris Powell of Biggest Loser Weight Loss. 12 Weeks to a new you. Guaranteed! Call or text for information 403-512-3965. 6-I:12-II

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I’m on a rant today. Awhile back I saw a doctor on TV talking about a study that says we would receive health benefits if we would drink at least four cups of coffee a day, but we shouldn’t use cream or sugar because they are “bad” for us. However, I can remember when they told us that the only thing good about drinking coffee was the cream and sugar we put into it. This is about the fourth time the medical authorities have changed their position, so how can we know they are right this time? Let me explain what I see wrong with this. He did explain that this doesn’t work for decaf, so they must assume that it is the caffeine that confers the benefit. Caffeine is an excitotoxin and almost with out exception excitotoxin effects are dose related; they stimulate our neurons from a point of benefit to damage to destruction depending on dosage. So the information we need is, “What is the proper dosage for each individual’s response in order to stay within the safe dosage range?” Four cups a day doesn’t confer enough information to make a good judgment call. How strong should the coffee be? How large a cup are you using? How much does the individual weigh? All of these things factor into determining how much caffeine it will take to help us or harm us. Then this doctor indicates cream and sugar are bad for you—how can he possibly know that with out knowing each individual’s caloric needs? I’m not saying coffee is bad for you. What I am saying is that we are being fed a lot of bad or incomplete information from authorities who are supposed to be protecting us. This opens the door to the bigger discussion of how much of what we are being fed by the scientific community is accurate information, and how much is from research that is designed to prove a pre-existing hypothesis in order to secure funding. Let me relate another story for you. Mary and I recently spent ten days at the Free Enterprise Radon Health Mine in Boulder, Montana where we met people from Alaska and Illinois who had been to the mine as many as 13 times. You don’t come that far and that many times without receiving some benefit. Mary and I feel we received benefit from our stay at the mine, and the owner Pat Lewis Anderson has a huge book of written testimonials from people all over the world. However, the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) requires my son who is a spec home builder to install a radon removal system in every home he builds to the tune of about $5,000. The EPA has made the claim that at least 20,000 lung cancer deaths a year are caused by Radon gas, but when asked for proof they can’t produce one single shred of evidence; their reasoning is all based on conjecture. When you also consider that lung cancer was not an above average problem with the miners who worked the mines most of their lives, you can easily come to the conclusion that the EPA is enforcing its authority using faulty information. If you have a story or you think I’m wrong, let me know and I’ll share it. Email bhake@mtintouch.net or Bill’s Food Corner, PO Box 81, Turner, MT 59542. For Sale or Trade: 1985 C-600 Ford, 18’ bed, 370 engine on propane. Very nice. $3,500. John Deere 450 crawler loader, 4-in-1 bucket, $3,000. Case W-9 wheel loader, 1 1/2 yd bucket, 14,500 lb operating weight $5,000. Cut Bank, MT 406-8734780 or 406-450-4760. 11-I Cabin Café in Saco, formerly known as OB’s, has a new number 527-3353. Hours are 6am-3pm, Mon-Sat. and just through hunting open 5pm8pm Fri. & Sat. nights. 11-I For Rent: Office space for rent in Havre. (406) 390-7164. 11-I

2000 Country Club Road * Turner, MT 59542 Phone 800-756-1817 Email: office@kimmel-kreations.com www.Kimmel-Kreations.com FAX: 888-796-8498

Tricia’s Trader IS PROUD TO SERVE THESE MONTANA TOWNS: Town: Prefix(es): Town: Prefix(es): Joplin 292 Park Grove 526 Inverness 292 Wolf Point 392, 525, 650, 653, 915 Rudyard 355 Jordan 557, 977 Contact one of our Advertisers’ Advocates Hingham 397 Lewistown 350, 366, 380, 535, 538, to place an advertisement, or contact Kimmel Kreations directly at the address above. March 4, 2009.........................................................................Volume VII Issue 5 .......................................................................Tricia’s Gildford 376 707,Trader 708, 9689 Kremlin 372 Grass Range 428, 928 Senate – hopefully! WORDS FROM Fort Benton 621, 622 Hobson 423 Authorize Archery Season for Mountain Lion, Stanford 566 WENDY Bear, and Wolf (HB 74) passed unanimously. Loma 739 Big Sandy 378 Chester 759 As you know, our very own This act would grant the Fish, Wildlife & Parks Havre 262, 265, 407, 808, 945, Geraldine 737 Wendy Warburton is serving in Commission the discretion to set up areas and Helena this Legislative Session seasons for archery hunting mountain lion, 969, SALE398, Denton 567 ULL 395, EO B394, VID390, seasons. and wolf in archery hunting ADVOCATE people of bear,WESTERN theREGION: EASTERN REGION:representing CENTRAL 399 Belt 277 g Bulls n i l r a e Y 5 6 g n i l l e S AT LARGE the House unanimously. During 34. to District REGION: Welcome Jamie Jones House to Wendy is ready serve her Passed Blaine County Fairgrounds in Chinook, MT Chinook 357 Great Falls 205, 216, 217, 231, 268, Skryja looks forward to the Tricia’s Trader team! ‘Tricia’s hiatus from you if you live inTrader’, one of she Laurie Adjoining with FishingAmy Reciprocal Authorize Cleveland 357 403, 452, 453, 454, 455, M P 0 0 : 1 t a 9 0 0 2 , 8 2 h c r a M y a d r u t a S 800-756-1817 x103 serving you if you live in Jamie is happy to helphas graciously theseagreed counties: to send us States on Contiguous Rivers & Streams (HB Come early to view the Bulls - Lunch at Noon Harlem 353 564, 590, 715, 727, 731, 406-450-2588 (c) following counties: you if you live in one of updates of the happenings in the the person who If this bill becomes law, anyEmail: 366). CASCADE these counties: capitol of this great HILL state. Fort Belknap 353 750, 760, 761, 770, 771, fish in a state that licensed towest@triciastrader.com is properly LIBERTY VALLEY BLAINE Turner 379 781, 788, 791, 799, 836, Montana may fish in any part of a borders PONDERA PHILLIPS PETROLEUM and Neighbors, Dear Friends Zortman 673 866, 868, 870, 899, 923, water of body or stream, river, pond, reservoir, lake, TETON DANIELS FERGUS at the in Montana TOOLE deadline closer to the transmittal As we get Dodson 383 952, 964, 965, 997 within 10 miles of the border, if the ROOSEVELT JUDITH BASIN when all the bills that originated in bordering state state legislature, grants the same or similar privileges GLACIER SHERIDAN Malta 301, 654, 658, 680 Shelby 424, 434, 450, 460, 470, pass over to the Senate and vice verse, we to holdersCHOUTEAU the HouseRICHLAND of valid Montana fishing licenses and Saco 527 597, 966 bills each enters into more voting on more and andJones are hearing a reciprocal Wendy Warburton Jamie Laurie Harvey agreement with Montana. Hinsdale 364, 648 Conrad 269, 271, 278,289, 576 floor. committees and day in800-756-1817 800-756-1817 x102 Passed 92/7. x104on the House 800-756-1817 x105 Glasgow 228, 230, 263, 367, 831 Valier 279 406-262-3185 (c) (c) 406-672-9145 (c) of a few interesting bills Authorize just a quick update Here’s406-390-6386 Owner, Tricia Kimmel and slaughter investor owned livestock Nashua 746 Cut Bank 229, 336, 391, 845, 873 Email: Email: Email: 800-756-1817 x101 lately. that we’ve considered way the pave will bill This 418). (HB plants processing central@triciastrader. east@triciastrader.com Fort Peck 526 ALL MONTANA AREA CODES ARE (406) adsales@triciastrader. for a horse processing plant to open in Montana LLC

Bulls will be available for viewing at the fairgrounds on Friday.

View the bulls prior to the sale at Hould Feedlot, 6.5 miles West of Malta on Wagner Hwy 363.

E7 ANGUS

Ede Breitmeier PO Box 1807 Chinook, MT 59523 e7angus@itstriangle.com (406) 357-3491

MASTER ANGUS

Gene & Vinee` (Cox) Ryg 1070 Bowes Rd. Chinook, MT 59523 gryg@itstriangle.com (406) 357-2660

BAR 9 RANCH

Clayton Hofeldt 5080 Bentel Divide Rd. Lloyd, MT 59535 bar_9_ranch@hotmail.com (406) 357-3856

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TREE SALES: 2 size spades, large tree moving, shelter belt thinning, relocating. Serving the Triangle area for 38 years!!! Call Dave today! Transa-Tree, Great Falls, (406)788-2182. 9-II:12-I

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Chinook’s 27th Annual

Parade of Lights, Christmas Stroll & Festival of Trees! Friday, November 23rd

Anyone interested in becoming a vendor, contact Jennifer Hellman at 945-7978 or visit www.ChinookMontana.com to sign up!

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The 2012 Parade of Lights and Christmas Stroll is sponsored by the Chinook Area Chamber of Commerce.

See Lewistown HondaPolaris-Kawasaki for a large selection of used ATVs and motorcycles. Call 1-800-8230226 or visit our web site at www.lewistownhonda.com 11-I

WORK FROM HOME*PART TIME*: Looking to expand distribution of a revolutionary nutritional discovery. Part Time Potential: $1,000 - $2,000 per month. Commission only. Call or text for information, 403-512-3965. 6-I:12-II ULM: NEW PRICING! 3-40 ac. parcels (or 1- 120 acre) and 678 ac. piece w/ elec. and outbuildings for sale. 3-40s just sold, CALL TODAY! FAIRFIELD: INVESTMENT OPP! Commercial Property currently leased as apts, but kept motel designation. Seller financing avail. $199,900. Thomas & Company Real Estate, Great Falls, 406-216-3900 or 866582-3900. www.greatfallsmtrealestate.com 11-I

For Sale: INDIAN-DESIGN BLANKETS & ARTWORK Sweetgrass ~ Sage ~ Furs Pelts ~ Buckskin ~ Saddles ~~~~10% Discount on~~~~ All Framing and Matting Big Sky Images & Collectibles Havre Holiday Village Mall ~~~~~(406)399-6522~~~~~ x Schwan’s Home Service, Inc. has immediate openings in Conrad, Havre, and Glasgow! Training wages start at $30,000! Come to work for Schwan’s as a full time employee with full benefits– health insurance, paid vacation, etc. Want to learn more? Apply online at www.schwansjobs.com or call Bob at 406-945-3047. 10-II

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For Sale: RARE KNIVES Large Selection RUANA CASE XX ~ SCHRADE Hard - to - find USA-made Old Timer & Uncle Henry WE ALSO BUY KNIVES Big Sky Images & Collectibles Havre Holiday Village Mall ~~~~~(406)399-6522~~~~~ x

Montana State Trooper

We are Losers! Find out how you can be a loser too. Call Go Figure-Hi-Line Style today! (406) 759-SLIM (7546). Serving Havre to Shelby!!! 10-II

Don’t Miss This Auction!! Antiques, Art, and Collectibles!!! November 10, Moose Lodge, Black Eagle, 10am (Preview 9am). Visit our website for more information: www.barnauctions.com. 11-I Wanted: Looking for a transmission for a ‘93-’94 Ford Ranger with automatic, 4x4 and 4.0 engine. call 3903551 or 658-2149. 10-II For Sale: ‘99 Cardinal 28 ft. 5th wheel camper, 2 slideouts, oak interior, Arctic package, 16” tires, a/c, heat. Call 406-386-2496.. 10-II

In most of the United States there is a policy of checking on any stalled vehicle on the highway when temperatures drop to single digits or below. About 3:00 one very cold morning, Montana State Trooper Allan Nixon responded to a call about a car that was off the shoulder of the road outside Great Falls, Montana. He located the car, stuck in deep snow and with the engine still running. Pulling in behind the car with his emergency lights on, the trooper walked to the driver’s door to find an older man passed out behind the wheel with a nearly empty vodka bottle on the seat beside him. The driver woke up when the trooper tapped on the window. Seeing the rotating lights in his rearview mirror, and the state trooper standing next to his car, the man panicked. He jerked the gearshift into “drive” and hit the gas. The car’s speedometer was showing 20, 30, 40, and then 50 MPH, but it was still stuck in the snow, wheels spinning. Trooper Nixon, having a sense of humor, began running in place next to the speeding (but stationary) car. The driver totally freaked out, thinking the trooper was actually keeping up with him. This went on for about 30 seconds, and then the trooper yelled, “PULL OVER!” The man nodded, turned his wheel, and stopped the engine. Needless to say, the man from North Dakota was arrested and is probably still shaking his head over the state trooper in Montana who could run 50 miles per hour. Who says troopers don’t have a sense of humor?

Tires! Come check out our prices on tires at the Malta Tire Factory, 5 N. 1st St. W., Malta. Until 11-22-12 we are offering a mail-in rebate on purchase of 4 select tires-Hankook Dynapro AT/M, Hankook Optimo H727, Nokian Rotiiva and 5 different Goodyear tires. Call Dan to see how much you can save. Malta Tire Factory, 406-654-2120. 10-II ANTIQUES! Vintage, CocaCola, Books, Coins, Red Wing Pottery, NASCAR Collectibles, hunting and fishing gear, glassware, dolls, furniture and much more! THE DOWNTOWN ANTIQUE MALL, 611 Central Ave., Great Falls, 406-899-5223 10-II Radio Shack in Malta is a Verizon and Dish Network dealer, carrying many electronics and all their extras. Come check out the Garmin GPSMAP 62s handheld navigator, add the HuntMT memory card to identify public and private land ownership. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all here at Radio Shack, First Street, Malta, 406-654-3639. 10-II

For Sale: 53 Black Angus bred hfrs, ultrasounded & sexed for short calving periods. Also, 12 coming 5-yr old Angus cows. All bred to sons of TC Franklin. Need summer grazing for 300 AU for 2013. All locations considered, but prefer North Central MT. 262-5448. 10-II Paparazzi $5 Jewelry & Accessories for Ladies, $1 jewelry - Girls ages 5-10, Come see our booth, Nov. 10, Shooting Stars Gym east of K-mart, Havre, call 406-249-8200, See jewelry & access. at www. paparazziaccessories.com. 11-I

Family Matters will be open late during the Harvest Fest Stroll in Malta. Come check out our new fall lines and specials. Family Matters, 32 S. 1st E. Malta, 406-654-1900. 10-II GET READY FOR THE CHRISTMAS SEASON!!! Annual Rummage Sale, Christmas Decorations, Homemade Chocolates Sale, Museum will be open as well!!! DECEMBER 1st and 2nd, 9am - 4pm Earth Science Museum, Loma Montana. 11-I

For Sale: Heritage Hill Lot 9A Lot in desireable Heritage Hills. All improved with sewer and water to curb stop. Electric and Gas available to lot. Lot 9A. Red Foxx Real Estate, (406)2282525, Karen Waarvik. 10-II Equity Co-op in Malta has birdseed available. Come in and check out the Bogs and Baby Bogs available. 654-2240 11-I

For Sale: 2005 Chevy 3500 4x4 LS crew cab long box Duramax, 151K miles, NADA $22,000; our price $17,995. Call Central City Auto & RV (406) 538-9484. 10-II For Sale: Frontier and Witzco Trailers, for all your hauling needs. Call Precision Truck & Trailer, Havre (406) 945-4912. 10-II

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We are pleased to offer you this newest feature in Tricia’s Trader authored by Dave Ramsey.

DAVE SAYS: Who Is Dave Ramsey? Dave Ramsey is a personal money management expert, popular national radio personality and the author of three New York Times bestsellers – The Total Money Makeover, Financial Peace Revisited and More Than Enough. In them, Ramsey exemplifies his life’s work of teaching others how to be financially responsible, so they can acquire enough wealth to take care of loved ones, live prosperously into old age, and give generously to others.

Dear Dave, I got married in May, and my wife brought student loan debt into the marriage. I had some savings before the wedding, and I could pay this off immediately without putting us in a bind. But is this “her” debt, or should I look at it as “our” debt? ~Ernest Dear Ernest, Absolutely, you should view it as “our” debt. It came with the territory when you two walked down the aisle. A lot of people don’t use the old-fashioned marriage vows anymore, but The Book of Common Prayer reads, “… for richer, for poorer, in sickness and health, and unto thee I pledge my worldly goods.” Basically, that means you’re saying, “I’m ready to take a bullet for you. I’m going to do whatever it takes to serve you, and vice versa.” You’re joining your separate lives into one. In addition to all this, you guys need to be in agreement on how you’re going to handle money. In other words, it all gets worked out together with both of you sitting down and planning your financial future as one. This is called a budget. Like everything else, you work on it together. It’s not a situation where one of you is making all the decisions or bailing out the other.

For Sale: Feed Barley. Call For Sale: Sawdust, a mixture 390-3177 or 379-2388. 11-I of pine and cottonwood, about 2 or 3 pickup loads, and But if you guys are on the same page—if your relationship is healthy and you’re in agreement about Buying Scrap Metal wood chips, a variety of wood moving forward with shared dreams and goals—then I’d say write the check today and knock out and batteries. Copper, with some twigs and leaves. that debt! —Dave Brass, Radiators, Lead, Make offer, call 399-0913. 11-I Circuit Boards, Electric Dear Dave, Motors, & lots more. www. For Sale: Original Spray-Paint I’ve been unemployed for three months, but recently I received two job offers. One is a state job bernathconstructioninc.com Artwork for sale. Located at that would pay $50,000 a year. The other is a one-year contract for a position in Afghanistan that We pick up. 701-361-5821. 11-I Fiveheads Screen Printing, pays $200,000. I know I’d like both jobs, so which would be the smartest choice? ~Nick Embroidery, Engraving & For Sale: 14 inch Martin/Cervi Made-in-MT Gifts, 39 First St., Dear Nick, Crown C barrel racing saddle, Havre (406) 262-7929. 10-II If it were me, I’d take the state job. I know that any kind of situation with six figures attached to it used 2 seasons, excellent For Sale: Targhee Ramslooks and sounds wonderful, but in my mind we’re talking about a career choice versus risk. Plus, condition. 6.5 inch gullet, 4 -Yearlings w/ fine wool I’m a firm believer in the idea that people make better decisions when they think in terms of 10 inch cantle, adjustable rigging. and high growth genetics. years from now rather than 10 or 12 months down the road. $1,900/offer. 406-357-2545 or In addition to the risk factor, the biggest problem with the offer in Afghanistan is that once it’s over, email hrsinrnd@aol.com. 11-I Contact Leo Barthelmess, 406-658-2627. 10-I:11-II it’s over. Then you’re right back where you are now. You may have money in your bank account, but you’re unemployed all over again. You know, one of the things I’ve noticed over the years is when wealthy people assess a financial opportunity, they almost always think in five-, 10- and 20-year blocks of time. We’re talking long term here. There’s not a whiff of living paycheck to paycheck or “Thank God, it’s Friday. Oh, God, it’s Monday!” on them. Take the state job and fashion a good, long-lasting career for yourself. Don’t go chasing money on the short term! —Dave * Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He’s authored four New York Times best-selling books: Financial Peace, More Than Enough, The Total Money Makeover and EntreLeadership. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 5 million listeners each week on more than 500 radio stations. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.

For Sale: 2002 Dodge 3/4 Ton Quad Cab SLT V-8, Gas, Auto, w/Boss Snow Plow. Lift Gate on back. $11,995. Duane Sparks Chevrolet (406) 535-3455. 11-I GET FREE AD: For effective advertising results contact Leslie Schipman at KMMR radio station, Malta MT and ask about getting your free ad! 654-2472, fax: 654-2506. 11-I Grazing: Fall grazing available. Alfalfa and meadow in the Wagner/Malta valley for approx. 200 head for 2 months or more. Well is available. Call 406-390-3551. 10-II Help Wanted: Professional & progressive RN wanted to join the LTC Team as the DON of a newly remodeled facility that offers a resident/ customer centered, familyfriendly, TEAM building atmosphere w/ stable experienced nursing, support and Admin. staff. Great benefits w/ Sign-On bonus, salary/wage DOE. Contact Cheryl Weaver, COO HiLine Retirement Center in Malta (406) 654-1190. 11-I

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Ramblings of a Conservative Cow Doctor

by Krayton Kerns, DVM, State Rep. HD 58

We hope you enjoy reading this 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.

I Can’t Decide

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For Sale: Nicely remodeled 2+ bedroom 1 bath home on a large corner lot. Two decks and all new appliances including washer and dryer! Plenty of room to build a garage & shop. Asking $65,000 (108WL6) 406-654-2273 missouririverrealty.com 10-II

Do you remember your first car? Mine was an uncomfortable, anemic, gasguzzling, 1973 Vega station wagon. Even after carefully applying a K-Mart, self-adhesive, black racing stripe from front bumper to the rear, it was not exactly sporty. Troy, on the other hand, had a trophy car. It was a flashy, purple ’71 Dodge Charger and because he washed and waxed like it was his girlfriend, it was his girlfriend. Troy parked his Dodge on the side street outside his house directly behind my veterinary clinic, and one afternoon, a Montana wind forced him to choose between his dignity and his girlfriend. His dignity blew away and he told me this story never realizing it might someday appear in print. After opening my clinic and placing a thousand dollar dog food order, Science Diet sent me this free, three by four, metal road side sign. For a year or so, the sign swung back and forth with the wind slowly wearing its suspending eyelets dangerously thin. On the day of record, Troy had just stepped out of the shower and was wrapped in a towel, when he looked out his window to see a gust of wind tear our dog food sign free from its eyebolts and start it cartwheeling down the road. He paused for a second, before calculating the sign was perfectly aimed at the front bumper of his Charger. Experts advise one should not panic in the time of crisis, but this was a dang good time to panic. Troy did. Tightening the towel around his waist with both hands, Troy kicked open his kitchen door and exploded out into the yard. In two giant leaps, Troy landed in front of his car and intercepted the sign milliseconds before it would have slashed his girl across her fender. He exhaled a sigh of relief the instant a second gust of wind swept down the street encouraging the sign to strain against Troy’s grip. For two seconds it was a gut wrenching battle between man and road sign, and Troy struggled with the strength of a dozen gladiators. Thinking the sign was near surrender, Troy relaxed the instant a third gust of wind stripped him of his towel and sent it flying towards North Dakota. Just like everyone’s recurring nightmare, now our hero was standing completely naked in the middle of the street, in broad daylight. He bent the sign around his midsection before sprinting back into his house and this brings me to my point. Embarrassing global warming data has been published and progressive global warming prophets, who have been lining their pockets promoting this scam, are now left naked, standing in the middle of the street, if the public cares to accept the truth. Sadly, with respect to man caused global warming, so many people have accepted the lie as the truth, the lie has become the truth and it is the truth which is viewed with skepticism. Go figure. This October, the United Kingdom’s Meteorological Office reluctantly published data from 3,000 worldwide measuring points revealing global warming actually stopped 16 years ago. Because this occurred in spite of man’s increased carbon emissions, Professor Judith Curry, the head of Georgia Tech’s climate science department, dismissed the computer models progressives used to predict global warming as being “deeply flawed.” This is the politically correct way of saying they are a fraud. Unlike Troy who had nothing but the sign to cover his dignity, progressives are clamoring to cover their nakedness in any way possible. Most will plow forward and ignore the contradictory data as this technique has worked so well in the past. Let’s look at what this fraud has cost in just the last four years. Everyone knows the solar panel company, Solyndra, went bankrupt. Do you realize there are 35 other green companies who tucked 3.552 billion stimulus dollars in their wallets and either snuck out the bankruptcy exit, or are working their way towards it? This entire climate change, green energy scheme is a scientific and economic hoax, so patriots must dispose of its elected advocates this election cycle before it leaves us naked in the street. 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. Now! Available from Kimmel Kreations: Call 800-756-1817, ext. 101.

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Great Gift Idea: Whispering Winds: A History of the Big Flat. 750 page hardcover book celebrating Turner, Montana’s centennial. Get your copy today for only $100. Visit www.turnermontana.us or call Edward Snider at 406353-2934. Proceeds support local community efforts. x For Sale: Rottweiler Weimaraner cross puppies. Excellent family dogs, excellent guard dogs, very protective, super intelligent. All black in color. Tails docked, vaccinated, wormed. Asking $350, negotiable, to good homes. (406) 423-7777. 11-I For Sale: 10 head of cows. 8 Red Angus and 2 Red Baldy. Call 406-391-8621. 11-I For Sale: JUST IN TIME FOR HUNTING SEASON! Weatherby 340, 28” stainless steel barrel VIII 3.5 x 10 stainless steel Leopold scope, composite stock, 2 boxes of shells. Only shot 8 times. $1,550. Call 406-376-3208. 10-II

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Serving Northern MT from Malta

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Small Businesses...Keeping Montana Strong!

Just like “It takes a community to raise a child”, it takes small businesses to strengthen a community. Without loyal communityminded businesses, many Montana towns would be nothing more than a happy memory. These dedicated companies consistently provide jobs, industry, donations and volunteer services to the patrons who support them. They know that without a healthy economy in their town, their own companies will suffer, so they give back faithfully....When you see them be sure to say, “Thanks!”

Supporting the communities we work in...

Custom Collision Repair

MULTI-CITY: Ezzie’s Wholesale

The highest quality repairs with cutting edge equipment by dedicated loyal employees? It’s not just wishful thinking. This is exactly what customers of Custom Collision Repair get when they bring their vehicle in for some HARLEM: tender lovin’ care. Chris Preputin, the owner of Custom Collision Repair in Richman Insurance Havre, pairs his years of auto body experience with a top notch team of highly trained, highly skilled workers. It’s a winning solution. LEWISTOWN: Preputin’s first job in auto body was for Bob Patera as a technician. Snowy Mountain Motors Chris never imagined that twenty years later, he would own the very shop he Lewistown Rental started out in, but that’s exactly what happened. Since his purchase of the company in 2007 business has boomed. CCR began as a one man show; now Duane Sparks Chevrolet eight dedicated individuals have joined his team, and two major additions to the facility have doubled the size of the shop. On the latest addition, Preputin hired CHINOOK: Ryan Reibsome inspects a decal on a vehicle a consulting company to help design the shop to allow for optimal vehicle flow. Jamieson Motors that is fresh out of the new paint booth at Custom Preputin states, “We need to move every car five times. We take a vehicle Collision Repair. American Garage, LLC apart, do body work, prime and final sand, paint, then put it all back together. It’s important that this all happens efficiently.” TURNER: Perhaps the most significant improvement to the facility, however, is the new paint booth that was installed as part of the Reed’s Ag Enterprises ~ latest addition. Manufactured in Italy, the new system is at least five years ahead of anything else on the market. In an effort to be Turner Supply more “green” the booth is designed for water borne paints, but the more immediate benefit is that it will bake to factory tolerance, dry and cure in fifteen minutes, where the old system used to take three to four hours, or sometimes overnight to all day. The first HAVRE: vehicle was painted in the new booth on October 31st. North Star Dodge In the end, though, it’s all about customer satisfaction. Custom Collision Repair performs a long list of services, including Custom Collision Repair windshield replacement, auto body repair, auto accessories, custom paint, collision repair, estimates, and big truck collision repair, which includes semis, campers, trailers and grain trucks. Basically, they service anyone with a running vehicle, whether it’s a Havre Muffler & Brake car, semi, tractor or snowmobile. They’ve even painted guitars. The folks there are all about helping their customers in any way they can and steering them in the right direction. CCR is known for going above and beyond for their customers, including giving Havre Ready Mix, Inc.~ Baltrusch Construction, Inc. rides when they drop off a vehicle or pick it up. Chris has a huge soft spot for kids. Therefore, he focuses most of his community giving to kid-oriented programs like ~Havre Sand & Gravel, Inc. the Boys & Girls Club and after-school athletics programs like soccer and hockey. Chris has an incentives program going for a Pacific Steel & Recycling handful of kids where they earn cash for good grades. A ‘C’ grade earns a student $1 from Custom Collision, a ‘B’ earns $3, and an ‘A’ earns $5, but a ‘D’ or ‘F’ grade means the student owes money. The Custom Collision shop is close to where lots of kids Tilleman Motor Co. live, and Chris is known to open up the shop on Saturdays to allow area youngsters to work on their bikes, as long as things aren’t too busy there. They get to do things like tighten chains and adjust handlebars. RUDYARD: Another group of folks that CCR supports heavily are Veterans. “This country wouldn’t be as good as it is without our McNair Furniture Veterans,” says Preputin. Accordingly, his business is a big supporter of the Veterans Affairs, especially for disabled vets, the MALTA: Veterans of Foreign Wars, Vietnam Veterans and provides support to the Military Order of the Purple Heart. Radio Shack Malta Preputin notes that his dream job (if he ever were to win the lottery) would be to do exactly what he does now, but to be able to work on cars for 10% of the actual cost. He’d love to be able to fancy them up and do the more artistic projects without First State Bank the financial parameters that limit his customers options. The reality, however, is that it all costs money and the CCR team works hard to create a polished product for the best Great Northern Hotel & Restaurant ~ Maltana Motel economical value to the customer. Helping him do that are his highly talented staff. His most senior employee is Josh Obergfell, who’s been with him from the beginning. Josh is his “go-to” super high-collision guy. He’s the one who can fix the car that was Crossroads Coffee ~ driven into the Grand Canyon. Rob Azure, who has owned his own body shop in Harlem is super help all the way through, and Feigel Photo even helped to take Chris’ place when he was injured snowmobiling. Rob handles the parts end of things, which is an intensely huge aspect of the business, and deals with insurance companies. Ryan Reibsome is, according to Preputin, the most talented Liquor Haven ~ Travel Haven natural painter he’s ever met. Ryan does every job right with super high quality. Caleb Young is the youngest of the bunch, and acts as the second painter in command. While new to the auto body world, he knows cars inside out. Caleb enjoys work so Mint Bar much that he sings while he works. Jesse Baldwin is another auto body expert who also works on the collision side. He’s great at breaking things down to figure out anything. CCR recently sent Jesse to earn certification in Paintless Dent Repair. Office R & G Feeds manager is a weak term to describe Kim Turner, as she really is the “hub of the wheel” for everything that happens at the shop. HINSDALE: Her meticulous work ethic and organizational skills help everything run smoothly. Recently, Preputin hired his daughter Ryann to Stoughie’s Bar & Grill help out in the part time in the office and handle the social media and online marketing for the company. Keeping it all together is Chris. As he sees it, you get one chance to get it right in business, and he aims to make sure his company does just that. WOLF POINT: Northern Prairie Auto Sales

1710 1st St. NE, Havre, Montana • 406-265-8492 • www.ccrautobody.com

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For Rent: Independent Living for adults 62+ or disabled. HUD subsidy available if qualified. Stop by or call Today!!! Sweet Grass Lodge, 511 First Street West, Chester, MT 59522. 406-759-5400. MTRS Relay: Dial 711 ***Equal Housing Opportunity*** Handicapped Accessible. 10-I:1-I

For Sale: Shell reloader with scale and many various supplies. ALSO, Many traps available! #3 jumps, double springs, gopher traps and much more! CALL 406292-3808, Inverness. 11-I For Sale: ‘93 LeSabre, bad engine, great body and interior, 4 new tires, $500 OBO or by piece. ‘73 Lincoln Continental Mark IV, excellent condition, strong 460 engine. ‘59 Ford 1/2 Ton flat bed, 4x4, runs well, needs rear wheel bearings, $1,000 OBO. Call 654-7794. 10-I:12-II Bethel Lutheran Church Lutefisk & Meatball Dinner: Joplin, Nov. 11, 123pm. All you can eat - Lutefisk, Meatballs, Lefsa, Potatoes, Salad Bar, Scandinavian Cookies. Lefsa and baked goods for sale, silent auction to benefit Lucas Olson. Come and enjoy the fellowship! 11-I

Internet Dart Leagues Starting Soon. If you have access to the internet, you can play. Call Charlie at Mears Music for more info, 406-654-7006. 11-I

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The Swap Shop: See Wolf Point for a Pawn Broker that carries a great variety of things: kitchen tables, guns, games, hand and power tools, T.V.’s. Too much to mention it all. Come check out our selection at 121 Anaconda Street, Wolf Point MT. 406-653-1410. 9-II:12-I

For Sale: 1984 Valley 4971 Modified Center Pivot, 4 tower - 674.95”, 150 GPM @ 26 PSI, 11.2x24 tires, drops and Senninger flat sprays, no end gun, electric drive motors, Model 4865, with last tower speed @ 6.10 FPM; also 10 H.P. SO Grundfos Pump and 60S50-7 5 H.P. Submersible Pump. Asking $25,000 OBO. Call 406-525-3732 evenings or early morning. 10-I:11-II Awesome Flame!! Lakefield Gas Stove. 81% Efficient, 33K BTU’s starting at an AMAZING $1580. Hurry on down! FAIRWAY COMFORT SYSTEMS, Downtown Great Falls, 422 Central Avenue 406-770-3073. 10-II:11-II For Sale: Pendleton men’s wool suit blazers, Western style, with suede elbow patches, gray tweed 46 long, gray herringbone 48 long. Please call 265-7929 evenings between 5:30-8:30 pm. 11-I For Sale: Mesquite, NV / Scenic AZ 1ac-5ac parcels. RV Lots starting at $39k w/water & power. Terms avail. C. Steyee, Premier Properties of NW AZ. (702) 497-9107 crslvcowboy@ yahoo.com. 10-II:2-II Under New Mgmt: MX MOTEL, Chester, Montana. Clean rooms, reasonable prices, courteous staff. The BEST PLACE to stay between Kremlin and Shelby! Call 406759-7165 for reservations. 11-I

We Buy Antiques! One item or a household, give us a call! Virgelle Mercantile, celebrating 100 years in 2012. 1-800426-2926 or 378-3110. 11-I

SEUBERT

Farm w Crop w Hail

INSURANCE, INC.

Auto w Home w Life

Our company has great hail rates and quick binding authority for your crops! 234 Front Street l P.O. Box 902 l Shelby, Montana 59474 406-434-5211 l 1-800-585-5212

Russ Seubert, Agent 406-434-5506 - Home

For Sale: 3,000 heavy round bales of alfalfa/grass hay. $100/ ton. 30 miles north of US border at Frontier, Sask. (306)2964769 or (306)296-4525. 8-I:2-I

Northern Prairie Auto Sales

Call for November rebates and incentives.

0%/60 Months on Selected Vehicles

100 Hwy 2 East - Wolf Point, MT 59201 - (406) 653-1160

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NEW

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Silver, B Roof, Nav, Panoramice! Loaded! Plus Morve Away Price $41,372 5 - Dri MSRP $44,94

GE DART 2013 DO6DSpeed Manual, SXT, Ralle, y,Back-Up Cam, Red MPG. Nav, 40+ 3, 0 MSRP $2 46

Call Jack Nelson, Terry Fast or Jason Partridge for details. Drive Away Price Includes Customer Cash for Qualifying Buyers. All incentives Expire 10/31/2012 Pricing and offers may change at any time without notification. For full pricing details call Northern Prairie Auto Sales at 653-1160. Drive away price includes customer cash for qualifying customers only.

www.northernprairieauto.com Malta Tire is ready to help you with all your automotive repairs and tractor tire repairs. Malta Tire, Hwy 2 West, Malta. 406-654-2120. 10-I:12-II

Turn that unwanted gold into CASH, or something off your Christmas wish list! Heirloom Jewelers, Havre, (406) 265-2522. 11-I

For Sale or Rent: 3 timeshare weeks, home base is Las Vegas. One 2 BR unit, two 1 BR units, (406) 476-3226. 11-I