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Serving Northern MT from Malta

Chinook’s 29th Annual

Parade of Lights, Christmas Stroll & Festival of Trees Friday, November 28th, 2014

1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Stroll Main Street and listen to Christmas Music. 8:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. - View and Bid via Silent Auction on Festival of Trees (First Bank of Montana Lobby) * Please note, Festival of Trees Setup is Monday, November 17th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at First Bank of Montana - they will displayed until Nov. 28th)

1:00 to 6:00 p.m. - Blaine County Museum Open 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. - Pictures with Santa (Wells Fargo Bank Lobby) 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. - Wildlife Museum Open (Regular Admission Charges Apply) 5:30 - Line up for Parade in front of Meadowlark School 6:00 p.m. - Parade of Lights (Complete with Mr. and Mrs. Clause!)

Anyone interested in becoming a vendor, contact Bonnie Weber at 357-2776 or visit www.ChinookMontana.com to sign up for a booth. We encourage the community to enter a float in the Parade of Lights this year - please help keep our holiday tradition alive by entering your float in the parade. For more information, contact Heather DePriest at 357-7483 or visit our website www.chinookmontana.com for full details and registration forms. Designed by Montana Grafix - www.MontanaGrafix.com © 2012

Guitars of Montana: Band & Orchestra Rentals/Sales - American Guild, Gretsch, Jackson guitars. Bluegrass. Ukuleles. BOSS effects. Special orders welcome. We ship! #2 5th St. S., downtown Great Falls, (406) 453-4998; or call Bing at (406) 566-2223. www. guitarsofmontana.com. 10-I:3-I

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CONTENTS:

Classifieds, Classifieds!

Advertising Info............... 12 Auction Calendar............ 14 Believe!............................. 7 Bill’s Food Corner............. 9 Comic............................. 13 Conservative Cow Dr...... 15 Dave Says...................... 10 Laugh Lines...................... 6 Money Talks...................... 9 Realty Section.................. 8 Rodeo Roundup..............11 Subscriptions.................. 14 “Things to Know”.............. 4

Attention Attention! Come see Avon at The Holiday Village Mall in Havre, Nov 22nd, 10-6pm. 11-II

For Sale: 28 Replacement heifer calves, Black Angus genetics. $1,600 ea. Call 406-942-0377. 11-I

See pg 12 for deadlines, rates & to place an ad!

Paid Classified Rates: Classified, $10 up to 8 lines $1 per line each add’l 13 lines maximum. $5 bold, $5 boxed Runs two issues.

Ask about FREE Classifieds! Need Boots? Hondo, Ariat and Anderson Bean Boots -- See the great selection at Norman's Ranchwear, 114 3rd Ave., Havre, MT! (406) 265-4523. Find us on Facebook. 11-II

For Sale: 400 tons of fresh grass hay in 3x4x8 square bales. $100/ ton. Call (406) 670-6551. 11-II For Sale: Horses: Paints & Quarter horses, all ages, large & beautiful colors, several palomino paints, palomino stud, many on website: 4cspainthorses.com. South Wolf Point. 406-525-3455 7-I:12-II

ATTENTION Ruger Collectors! Super Blackhawk 44 mag. Old model, tuned action and trigger. Dark walnut custom grips. $700 OBO. 406535-4833 or 366-0976. 11-I

For Sale: 2004 Lance, 9.6 ft camper w/ slide out, loaded, luxury. Also, 1999 Chev. 1T, 4dr, 454, setup for camper, loaded. Call 406-3574233, Chinook.. 10-I:11-II

FBR

Fort Benton Realty

Office/Business Building-Fort Benton 1344 total ft, spacious entry way, 5 offices, drive-thru window, security system, paved parking, landscaped and separate garage/ storage building, all on one-third acre, good visibly access, numerous business or office possibilities! 1510 St Charles Street, Fort Benton$282,000Call Pade:899-9378 Q’sMotel and Home- Big Sandy For Sale: 300 tons of straight alfalfa hay in 1500 lb. 3x4 bales. Testing 177 RFV. $155/ ton. Call 406-670-6551. 11-I For Sale: 140 Acres near Harlem, MT, $360,000. Flood irrigated hay ground, large 4 bdrm, 2 ½ bath MH with ¾ bsmt & detached shop/ garage. Call Ken Nelson @ 406-439-0595. 11-II

Eight room motel with laundry/utility room. Each room has a queen and double bed ,TV, WIFI ,Dish-T.V, and re-shingled roof. Home built in 1982, 5 bedroom , 3 bathroom, finished basement, outside deck, large double garage and a fenced in patio. Entire property is landscaped and has easy access and onto U.S. Hwy 87. Steady occupancy- great during the hunting season! Nice income and ROI. Call Shane Ophus(406)3782675 $325,000 www.fbrealty.com 1426 Front Street, Fort Benton, MT (800)406-0946

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THINGS TO KNOW: Nov. 17, Mon.: COMMUNITY HEALTH FORUM. 11 a.m.-noon, HRDC, 229 5th, Havre, Discussion of issues impacting community health and wellbeing. RSVP at www.acscan.org/mtforum. Ques? Call 265-5481x266. Thurs. nights.: COMMUNITY FLU SHOT CLINIC, 8am-5pm, Methodist Church, Chester, Questions? Call 759-5194 . First and Third Mon. of the Month.: HAVRE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLMeadowlark Estates, 4113 9th St. W., Havre 6:30pm-8:00pm. More info call Barbara Fell, 390-8045. Open to all denominations. See the Holiday Events Calendar on page 13 for more Things To Know for November and December 2014! Certified Weed Free Grass Straw For Sale: 4x4x8 sq. bales (apprx. 1,450lbs. ea.), erosion control, mulch, animal bedding, compost, bale wind breaks, filler feed ration, etc. $70/ton or BO, near Chester. Delivery avail., 406-262-4155. 11-II

It's All Gotta Go: Too Much Stuff at the Trash & Treasure Shop in Loma. Hwy 87 & 4th Ave. Tables and shelves are full of $1 or less items. Many half priced items. Stop and shop. Afternoons only 1pm-5pm or by appt. 406-739-4361. 10-I:11-II

Winter is Coming! Winter is coming! Thinking of that boat you'll be picking up come Spring may help fend off the winter time blues. Buy now-Pick it up in the spring. Call about rebates and sale prices on "in-stock" boats. Mon-Dak Marine, Inc,. Hwy 2 Glasgow MT. 406-228-2900. 11-I:1-I For Sale: 3 dry female goats. Various ages but all over 2 years old. Various breeds. Get along well with other farmtype animals and LOVE to hang out with horses. Good weed eaters and keep fence rows trimmed! $20 each or $55 for all. Please call or text 406672-9145 and leave a message if needed! Gildford area. 11-I

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Robin's Roost now open in Malta. Located between the Lucky Bullet and Moore's Printing. Fashions for the curvy girl! We carry sizes small to 3xl. 11-II

For Sale: 2,000 Tons of 3x4x8 square alfalfa mix hay. New crop, fresh hay, NOT CRP. Trucking avail. Thompson Cattle Co. (406) 670-6551. 8-II:11-I Come into All Seasons Home Center @729 2nd Ave S., Glasgow, with your measurements for your additions, pole barns, and your garage packages and see how we can accommodate you. Call 406-228-8288. 11-I:1-I

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For Sale: '78 El Dorado. Good shape, runs well, $1,000 OBO; '68 Cadillac 4 dr Sedan DeVille, $1,000 OBO. '68 Ford F-150 4 speed 4x4, $995 OBO. '87 Lincoln 6dr. Limo, some body damage, 75k mi, $2,500 OBO. '60 Farm Jeep, all there, needs everything, $900 OBO Call 406-654-7794. 11-I

For Sale: 450 Tons of 30% alfalfa mix CRP hay in 3x4x8 squares. Trucking avail. Thompson Cattle Co. (406) 670-6551. 8-II:11-I

NEW Management, New attitude, New displays! Come in and enjoy the environment. Leon’s Buy & Sell, 720 First St., West, Havre. 11-II

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Money Talks

Complements of Greg Dugdale Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Havre, Montana

IRA AND RETIREMENT PLAN LIMITS FOR 2015 IRA contribution limits

The maximum amount you can contribute to a traditional IRA or Roth IRA in 2015 is $5,500 (or 100% of your earned income, if less), unchanged from 2014. The maximum catch-up contribution for those age 50 or older remains at $1,000. (You can contribute to both a traditional and Roth IRA in 2015, but your total contributions can’t exceed these annual limits.)

Traditional IRA deduction limits for 2015

The income limits for determining the deductibility of traditional IRA contributions have increased for 2015 (for those covered by employer retirement plans). For example, you can fully deduct your IRA contribution if your filing status is single/head of household and your income (“modified adjusted gross income,” or MAGI) is $61,000 or less (up from $60,000 in 2014). If you’re married and filing a joint return, you can fully deduct your IRA contribution if your MAGI is $98,000 or less (up from $96,000 in 2014). If you’re not covered by an employer plan but your spouse is, and you file a joint return, you can fully deduct your IRA contribution if your MAGI is $183,000 or less (up from $181,000 in 2014). If your 2015 federal income tax filing status is:

Your IRA deduction is reduced if your MAGI is between:

Your deduction is eliminated if your MAGI is:

Single or head of household

$61,000 and $71,000

$71,000 or more

Married filing jointly or qualifying widow(er)*

$98,000 and $118,000 $118,000 or more (combined) (combined)

Married filing separately

$0 and $10,000

$10,000 or more

*If you’re not covered by an employer plan but your spouse is, your deduction is limited if your MAGI is $183,000 to $193,000, and eliminated if your MAGI exceeds $193,000.

Roth IRA contribution limits for 2015

The income limits for determining how much you can contribute to a Roth IRA have also increased. If your filing status is single/head of household, you can contribute the full $5,500 to a Roth IRA in 2015 if your MAGI is $116,000 or less (up from $114,000 in 2014). And if you’re married and filing a joint return, you can make a full contribution if your MAGI is $183,000 or less (up from $181,000 in 2014). (Again, contributions can’t exceed 100% of your earned income.)

Wanted: Good condition New Holland Hay Inverter, Model 166 or similar. Wanted for parts: Case International 5000 Swather w/ double auger header. Leave msg at 406-654-5253. 10-I:3-II

If your 2015 federal income tax filing status is:

Your IRA deduction is reduced if your MAGI is between:

Your deduction is eliminated if your MAGI is:

Single or head of household

More than $116,000 but less than $131,000

$131,000 or more

Married filing jointly or qualifying widow(er)*

More than $183,000 but less than $193,000 (combined)

$193,000 or more (combined)

Married filing separately

More than $0 but less than $10,000

$10,000 or more

Employer retirement plans

The maximum amount yvou can contribute (your “elective deferrals”) to a 401(k) plan has increased for 2015. The limit (which also applies to 403(b), 457(b), and SAR-SEP plans, as well as the Federal Thrift Plan) is $18,000 in 2015 (up from $17,500 in 2014). If you’re age 50 or older, you can also make catch-up contributions of up to $6,000 to these plans in 2015 (up from $5,500 in 2014). (Special catch-up limits apply to certain participants in 403(b) and 457(b) plans.) If you participate in more than one retirement plan, your total elective deferrals can’t exceed the annual limit ($18,000 in 2015 plus any applicable catch-up contribution). Deferrals to 401(k) plans, 403(b) plans, SIMPLE plans, and SAR-SEPs are included in this limit, but deferrals to Section 457(b) plans are not. For example, if you participate in both a 403(b) plan and a 457(b) plan, you can defer the full dollar limit to each plan--a total of $36,000 in 2015 (plus any catch-up contributions). The amount you can contribute to a SIMPLE IRA or SIMPLE 401(k) plan has increased to $12,500 for 2015, up from $12,000 in 2014. The catch-up limit for those age 50 or older has also increased, to $3,000 (up from $2,500 in 2014). Plan type:

Annual dollar limit:

Catch-up limit:

401(k), 403(b), governmental 457(b), SAR-SEP, Federal Thrift Plan

$18,000

$6,000

SIMPLE plans

$12,500

$3,000

Note: Contributions can’t exceed 100% of your income. The maximum amount that can be allocated to your account in a defined contribution plan (for example, a 401(k) plan or profit-sharing plan) in 2015 is $53,000 (up from $52,000 in 2014), plus age-50 catch-up contributions. (This includes both your contributions and your employer’s contributions. Special rules apply if your employer sponsors more than one retirement plan.) Finally, the maximum amount of compensation that can be taken into account in determining benefits for most plans in 2015 has increased to $265,000, up from $260,000 in 2014; the dollar threshold for determining highly compensated employees (when 2015 is the look-back year) is $120,000, up from $115,000 in 2014.

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, and are subject to risks, including the possible loss of principal. Prepared by Broadridge Investor Communication Solutions, Inc. Copyright 2012.

Help Wanted: Full-Time positions avail.: Meat Cutter, Meat Wrapper, Produce Clerk, Grocery Supervisor, graveyard shift Stockers. P-T positions: Cashiers, Courtesy Clerks, Get application at Gary & Leo's IGA, Havre, or the Havre Job Service. 11-I

For Sale: 1984 Bayliner - runs good, good shape $3,500. 1989 Springer Softtail HD - custom paint, low miles, runs great. 1990 Chevy Blazer - custom paint, wheels & tires, lots of new parts, great condition. Call 2624814/945-4961/395-5989 11-II

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AG INTEREST SERIES: MARKETS Spectrum Commodities 800-888-9843

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Wheat markets were mixed as the market bounced back from a sell-off last week. November 11, 2014 This Week USDA surprised the market in their supply/ Kansas City Wheat 5.78 demand report by lowering wheat’s ending Minneapolis Wheat 5.67 stocks instead of raising them, a result of reduced harvested acres across the northern Chicago Wheat 5.25 plains. Corn was pulled higher by very strong Corn 3.74 soybean and soymeal markets that continued Soybeans 10.66 to be supported by transportation issues and a robust export program. The supply/demand Soybean Meal 400.6 report was supportive for those markets as Soybean Oil 32.87 well, with production and end stocks slightly Live Cattle 167.25 less than expected for both markets. Planting Feeder Cattle 238.85 delays in Brazil also supported the soy and corn markets as the production potential Sugar 16.23 declines for both crops. Crude Oil 77.94 Livestock markets pushed above recent Heating Oil 2.4687 trading ranges, led by a stronger cash market and expectations for holiday season buying Unleaded Gas 2.1036 to start up soon. A major cold snap that is Natural Gas 4.24 encompassing almost the entire country Silver 15.67 is creating some stress to cattle, with the Gold 1163.00 potential to slow weight gains and slow marketings during a time when slaughter US $ 87.71 numbers are already extremely tight. That Canadian $ 0.8812 said, slaughter weights have reached new Euro 1.2467 all-time highs as feedlots take advantage of Dow Jones 17568 record high prices and an abundance of cheap feed, making total beef production higher would expected the Wheat markets were mixed as the market bounced back fromthan a sell-off lastbe week. USDA considering surprised lower supply cattle. the market in of their supply/demand report by lowering wheat’s ending stocks instead of raising them, a result ofEnergy and financial in their term trends, withstrong crudesoybean oil drifting lower reduced harvested acres markets across the continued northern plains. Cornlonger was pulled higher by very onand increasing domestic of OPEC increasing issues their production as well. The US economy soymeal markets that supplies continued and to betalk supported by transportation and a robust export program. continues to improve with more positive reports over as thewell, lastwith week; the stock market responded with The supply/demand report that was supportive for those production andtoend stocks despite the higher another round of buying reached into newmarkets highs again. Metals managed bounce slightly less than expected for both markets. Planting delays in Brazil also supported the soy and corn dollar, mostly a result of short covering after the major slide of the last two weeks. Change from Last Week -0.06 0.07 0.00 0.04 0.47 25.30 0.15 2.05 3.08 0.72 -0.74 0.0300 0.0169 0.05 0.24 17.30 0.15 0.0049 -0.0016 155

markets as the production potential declines for both crops. Livestock markets pushed above recent trading ranges, led by a stronger cash market and expectations for holiday season buying to start up soon. A major cold snap that is encompassing almost the entire country is creating some stress to cattle, with the potential to slow weight gains and slow marketings during a time when slaughter numbers are already extremely tight. That said, slaughter weights have reached new all-time highs as feedlots take advantage of record high prices and an abundance of cheap feed, making total beef production higher than would be expected considering the lower supply of cattle. Energy and financial markets continued in their longer term trends, with crude oil drifting lower on increasing domestic supplies and talk of OPEC increasing their production as well. The US economy continues to improve with more positive reports over the last week; the stock market responded with another round of buying that reached into new highs again. Metals managed to bounce despite the higher dollar, mostly a result of short covering after the major slide of the last two weeks. Spectrum Commodities 800-888-9843

For Sale: 1987 27 ft. Jamboree Motorhome. Runs good, good condition. Asking $5,800 obo. Onan 4.0 Kw generator. Call 406-262-5067. 11-I

Paying CASH: For scrap Gold jewelry, Silver coins, and Sterling flatware. Havre Coin Shop & More 406390-1761 or 390-1055. 11-II

Grabofsky Aviation: Aircraft maintenance, annual inspections, aircraft rebuilds. Call (406) 697-8470. 11-I:1-I

HAVRE

Where to Eat, Sleep & Drink in the Heart of Montana.

CHINOOK

Traegar grills on sale for the first time ever! 10% off accessories or pellets with purchase of a new grill. Rebates are ending soon, so stop in to Ezzies Locations in Havre, Harlem, Malta and Glasgow. 11-I:1-I

Malta area: Many things are happening in Malta over the Holiday Season! Stores will be open on Sundays 11am-3pm starting Nov.28th 'til Christmas. Many late night openings for Christmas shopping. Watch the Malta Chamber ad for complete schedule. 11-I:1-I Prewett Interiors ~Your Home Store~"We sell Awesome stuff!". Decor & Gifts, too. (406)2289844, 41prewett.int@ nemont.net41, First St. N., Glasgow, MT 59230. Hours: M-F 8:30-5:30. 11-I:1-I

For Sale: 1958 Ford 500 Truck, Tandem, Cat Diesel Engine w/ 40k mi. Has new battery and water pump. Transmission has been overhauled. $10,900 Guns - Chain Saws - Jewelry Call American Garage, LLC - Movies & more. Start your (406) 357-4201 today to test Christmas shopping at R-New drive or for more info. 11-I Trading Post! 624 First St. W., Help Wanted: Sweet Havre, MT. Mon-Sat, 9amMedical Center â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Chinook. 6:30pm. (406) 265-5057. 11-II Administrative Assistant/Ins. Enrollment Specialist (20-28 hours/week). Wage negotiable. Contact Meghan Morris at 406-357-2297. Applications at sweetmedicalcenter.org 11-II For Sale: 1999 Newmar Mountaineer Motor Home. 37.5 ft. Large slide-out. Rear queen bed. Washer/dryer. Flat screen TV. Wood flooring. New awning. Excellent shape! Low miles. $28,000 OBO. 406-265-8067. 11-II Gifts and More: Many distinctive gifts available at Promises in Malta. Real flame fire places, soda makers and much more. Come in and check out all your options. 578 Living Water Court, Malta. 6542380. Open 7am-6pm. 11-II

Christmas Trail: Travel the Annual Christmas Trail to Loma, Dec. 6-7, 10am-4pm. Stop & browse Loma history in the One-Room School House, the Old Chappel Depot & warm For Sale: Alfalfa-Grass up in the Little Shop all filled hay, round bales 1500- w/treasures of yesterday and 1600#. 306-267-5711 or today. Hwy 87 & 4th Ave. 11-II 306-267-4548. 11-I:12-I

NOVEMBER-DECEMBER

Holiday Festivities

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Nov. 22, Sat: GLASGOW Christmas Light Parade, 6 p.m., Santa @ Telke from 2:30-4:30, free kids matinee and hay rides from 2:30-5. 406-228-2222.

November 29, Fri. Chinook Parade of Lights, Christmas

Nov. 22, and Sat: HAVRE HolidayLand GiftCHINOOK. Show, Holiday Village a.m. to 6 Stroll Festival of Trees, Arts Mall, and 10 crafts, p.m. Bring the kids for pics with Santa.

food, pictures with Santa, hayrides and music. 406-3574201. Visit www.chinookmontana.com.

Nov. 25, Tue: HARLEM Senior Center Bake Sale. Starts at 9 a.m.

Send the perfect gift: Made in Montana Gift Baskets from Prairie Unique, Terry, MT 59349. Ph 406-6355598 Open Since 1995. Mon-Sat 8:30- 5:30. www. prairieunique-mt.com 11-I:1-I

Nov. 28, Fri: CHINOOK 29th Annual Parade of Lights, Christmas Stroll, and Festival of Trees.29, Silent auction, pictures Santa,GREAT art, crafts, and food vendors, November Fri. Parade of with Lights FALLS. parade. 406-357-4201.

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Parade begins on 6th Street and Central Avenue. 406453-6151

Nov. 28, Fri: LEWISTOWN Christmas Stroll, 4-8 p.m., 406-535-5436.

Nov. 28, Fri: SIDNEY Christmas Stroll, pictures with Santa, bake cookies with Mrs. Claus, parade 7 p.m.Christmas 406-433-1916.Stroll LEWISTOWN, November 29,@Fri.

Christmas Parade, food booths and406-761-4434. Santa arrives! Nov. 29, Sat: GREAT FALLS Parade of Lights.

406535-5436 Nov. 29, Sat: LEWISTOWN North Pole Adventures, 5 & 7:30 p.m. 25.00 per

Tia Love, Cosmetologist @ Polish To Perfection, 139 S.2nd. St. E., Malta. One stop for Hair, Eyelash extensions, fills, tinting, perming, eyebrow tinting and waxing services. Call 654-2799 or 3901216 or schedule at www. SCHEDULICITY.com. 11-I:1-I

ticket. Train trip to see Santa. (Also Dec. 6, 12, 13, 19, 20) Same times. 406-5355436. November 30, Sat. Glasgow Christmas Stroll,

GLASGOW. Welcome Santa to town at noon. Nov. 29, Sat.: HAVRE Community Tree Lighting @ 5:30, choir, Santa and baskets to give away. 406-265-4383 Concessions available. Many group activities available. 406-228-2222 Dec. 3, Wed: CHESTER Christmas Stroll, 4-7:30, Christmas Village @ Liberty Village Arts Center, Santa’s workshop, drawing for chamber bucks, soup and pieby-the-slice @ the senior center. 406-759-4848 November 30, Sat. Community Tree Lighting, HAVRE

Dec. 4, Thu.: MALTAVisit Festival of Trees, Phillips County Museum, 6:30 p.m. Town Square. from Santa, caroling food vendors

and4,prizes. 406-265-4383 Dec. Thu.: PLENTYWOOD. Holiday Remembrance Service-Civic Center For Sale: 2007 Chev. Cobalt LS, 94,168 mi, Custom Wheels, Cloth Int. $5,000. Call Scott or Heather at American Garage, LLC (406) 357-4201. 11-I

Dec. 5-7, Fri.-Sun: Choteau County Country Christmas--BIG SANDY, FORT November 30, Sat. HIGHWOOD, North PoleLOMA, Adventure LEWISTOWN. BENTON, GERALDINE, and VIRGELLE. Phone: 406378-3110, or visittrip www.virgellemontana.com schedule. A fun filled to the North Polefortoa complete see Santa, Christmas

For Sale: 36.83+/- acre surveyed parcel with year round county road access located just north of U.S. Hwy 2 past the Saco Dehy. This is a great location for a home site, grazing pasture or commercial operation. Reduced! $70,000 (200AM) 406-654-2273 MissouriRiverRealty.com 11-I

BIG6,SANDY, LOMA, BENTON. Many Dec. Sat: CHOTEAU BrightFORT Eyes Christmas Stroll and Bakevaried Sale-All day. Chamber Christmas Stroll and free movie @ Roxie Theatre, 2-4 (Thethe Grinch) crafts and food will be available for purchase.p.m. Join

carols, games. Tickets are $25 per person. Train boards Dec. 5, Fri: GREAT FALLS Christmas Stroll with arts, crafts, and food vendors. 406-761-4434. 30 minutes before departure. 406-535-5436 Dec. 5, Fri: St. Matthews Christmas Bazaar, 4-8 p.m. SIDNEY. Arts and crafts, direct sellers. 1, Sun. Chouteau County Country Christmas, December

Snowflake Run.St.406-378-2418 Dec. 6, Sat: SIDNEY, Matthews Christmas Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

December 1, Sun. Choteau Christmas Stroll, CHOTEAU,

Dec. 6, Sat: PLENTYWOOD Christmas Stroll.

Dec. 6-7, Sat.-Sun: “A Real Country Christmas at a Real Country Store”, morning ‘til evening hometown Christmas stroll. Jingle VIRGELLE, 9 a.m-5 p.m.

Bell Fun Run, shopping specials, fire truck rides with

Dec. 6-7, Sat.-Sun: Craft Show, Havre Holiday Mall, HAVRE. Santa, wagon WinterFest rides, free movie for the kidsVillage at Roxy

Theatre, vendors, children’s art activities, treeFestival, lighting Dec. 7th, Sun: RUDYARD Commercial Club Christmas Noon-4. Catholic Youth Center. Chili and hot dogs, Vendors with crafts and great gift ideas! ceremony and much more. 406-466-5642 Free will offering. Dec. 7, Sun: Choteau County Performing Arts Christmas Concert 3 p.m. FORT December 4, Wed. Chester Christmas Stroll, CHESTER BENTON Elementary School Auditorium. Tickets are 15.00.

Downtown Chester from 4-7pm. All downtown

Dec. 7, Sun: PLENTYWOOD Christmas and Parade Lights followed businesses will be open. FoodStroll vendors andofcrafters on by Lutheran Youth Chili Feed.

site. See Santa! 406-759-4848

Dec. 10, Wed: HARLEM Christmas Stroll and Stew Supper. 4 to 7 p.m.

December 5, Thu. Festival of Trees “Christmas Dec. 13, Sat: PLENTYWOOD. Free movie and visitMALTA. with Santa. Orpheum Theatre. 1Carols” p.m. Displays viewable at Phillips County Museum. 406-654-1037 Dec. 15, Mon: PLENTYWOOD Lutheran Church Christmas Cantata. Dec. 21, Sun: HARLEM Community Meal at 1 p.m. Turkey with all the trimmings.

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The next issue wil be distributed Wed., Dec. 3, 2014. EARLY Ad DEADLINE is Wed., Nov. 24th at 9am.

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Real Estate: Check out this week's ad, pg 3, to see our latest listings. You can also see up to date information at fbrealty.com or stop by our office Fort Benton Realty, 1426 Front Street, Fort Benton, MT (800)406-0946. 11-I

For Sale: Two cords For Sale: Industrial Cummins firewood, cut but not split. diesel engine, type 6BT. Includes Call 406-379-2343. 11-II injectors and turbo. $5,000. Call 406-746-3326. 11-I

A Church Funny Six-year-old Angie and her four-year-old brother Joel were sitting together in church. Joel giggled, sang, and talked out loud during the service. Finally, his big sister had enough. “You’re not supposed to talk out loud in church.” “Why? Who’s going to stop me?” Joel asked indignantly. Angie pointed to the back of the church and said, “See those two men standing by the door? They’re hushers!”

BUY-SELL-TRADE Vintage Collectibles: Kokomo Joe's Trading Post, Chester Montana. JUST IN: The Tao of Teas. Stop by for a tea tasting!!! 406-759-6472. 11-II

For Sale: 500 Tons of 50% Brome Grass & 50% Timothy Grass mix in round bales. Very beautiful hay! Trucking avail. Thompson Cattle Co. (406) 670-6551. 8-II:11-I

For Sale: Rival Electric Home food slicer, Model 1030 V/2, like new. Used two times. Instruction manual with it. Great for roasts, cheese, wild game. $50.00. Call 406-357-3572. 11-I

For Rent: Ind. Living 62+ &/Disabled, Subsdizd Rent 30%/income, Livg Rm, full kit., bedrm, bathrm w/tub or shower & safety bars. 465 sq. ft., Pub. Transit, 5 mls/ wk avail. $25, Equal Housing Opp.&Handicapd. Sweet Grass Lodge: S. Peck, Mngr. Chester, Mt. 759-5400, MTRS Relay â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dial 711. 11-II:1-II

R& G Quality Feeds: Manufacturer, Starter, growth, creep, bull, heifer, fattening, wintering rations. Chelated, 3 sizes pellets, steamroll and dryroll. Also avail., soy bean oil to add extra energy to rations, use our grain or yours. Protein tubs in 22% or 28% (all-natural, no animal byproducts). Amberwave hopper bins dealer. 406-654-1530. Loc at 515 S 1st. E Malta. 11-II

Hickel Water Well Drilling: Free Estimates, Wells Drilled & Cleaned, Pump Sales & Service. Call 406-383-4363 (h) or 390-6254 (c). 11-II

For Sale: 86" Mallard Motorhome. Sleeps 6, runs great, everything works, gas/ elect., fridge, Roof air/heater, built-in generator and propane tank, holding tank. Low mileage, 350 Chev engine,$2,500 OBO. Call for more info, 406-390-0519, lv msg. 11-I

Durable, long lasting bale beds, flatbeds, bale handlers, carry-alls. Call Smith's Repair at 954-2564, your local Krogmann dealer, located in Roy and Malta. Manufacturing the best in quality since 1989. 11-I:1-I

For Sale: Highline Bale Processor with extra chopper. Demo model. Great price! Call or email Larry at Rainbow Irrigation for more info 406390-1803 or rainbowsales@ mtintouch.net. 11-I

Fix It: 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 call 406-228-2433. 11-II

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Gift packs will be arriving soon at JR's Party Store just in time for the holiday season. We are located at 98 Highway 2 East (across from John Deere) in Glasgow or call 406-228-4622. 11-I

The Closet at 174 S. 1st Ave Malta: A great place to shop for a great deal. We carry new and consignment items. New inventory added daily! Open Tues-Fri 10am-5:30pm & Sat. 10am-3pm. 11-I:1-I

DAVE SAYS:

Home for sale: One-level living for $39,500, north Havre, Mt! Cozy 2-bedroom house. Carport & fenced yard. Water $50/month on shared well. City sewer. Call Kim Cripps at Havre Hi-Line Realty (406) 265-0905. 11-II

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. * Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He has authored five New York Times best-selling books: Financial Peace, More Than Enough, The Total Money Makeover, EntreLeadership and Smart Money Smart Kids. His newest best-seller, Smart Money Smart Kids, was written with his daughter Rachel Cruze, and recently debuted at #1. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 8 million listeners each week on more than 500 radio stations. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.

DEAR DAVE, I’m a 26-year-old journalist making $26,000 annually, and the only debt I have is $31,000 in student loans. I’m following your plan, so I also have $1,000 in my starter emergency fund and am working side jobs to make extra money. Since my job field is volatile, I’ve lost and found a couple of jobs in the last few years and have an older car. Should I beef up my emergency fund in case I go through another job loss or I have problems with my vehicle? ~Sarah

Bades hair, nail and day spa welcomes you for all your pampering needs. Also specializing in massage and 24hr. tanning. Come see us at 4 S. 1st St. W. in Malta 654-5585. 11-I:1-I

For Sale: 2003 Bobcat 753 G skidsteer. 1100 hrs, new tires, diesel engine, aux. hyds, deluxe opeartor cab. Nice clean machine! 406-228-9479. 11-I:1-I

Dear Sarah, In your case, I think you might want to increase your emergency fund to around $3,000. Usually, I’d rather people focus on knocking out debt once they have a beginner emergency fund in place, but it sounds like you’ve got extenuating circumstances in your life. Older cars, especially those with lots of miles, could need attention at any time. And you’re right about your job too. The newspaper world is pretty volatile and even downright insecure at times. This isn’t your fault, but I’m glad you’re looking ahead. Just push the pause button on paying off debt for the moment, and build up your emergency fund a bit more. That will give you a little more wiggle room in case life decides to throw something unexpected at you. Then, go back to paying off debt before you increase your emergency fund to a full three to six months of expenses. Having a little financial stability is a big thing for you right now, Sarah. It will help you feel a little more secure until the debt is gone. And once that happens, you’ll really be able to fly! ~Dave DEAR DAVE, We had our first child a few months ago, and some of the bills have gone to collections. We’ve paid what we could, but we each make only about $15,000 a year. Now, we’re getting calls and letters from collectors wanting our checking account information and electronic access. When we won’t give it to them, they accuse us of not following the terms and conditions of the agreements. They say we’ll be penalized if we don’t comply. What should we do? ~Stephanie Dear Stephanie, You’re doing the right thing by not giving them your account information and electronic access. The stuff they’re saying is just collector talk, and they’re full of crap. The next time you talk to one of them, just let them know you have every intention of paying what’s owed. But the bill is going to be paid by you. There’s nothing in an agreement like that which gives them the right to your account numbers or electronic access. These people can stop lying and act right, or they can go jump in the lake. The biggest issue here is your income. If I’m your husband, I’m going to find an extra job delivering pizzas a few nights a week for the time being. He could make an additional $1,000 a month for the next 10 months, and that problem would be solved. Instead of working 40 to 45 hours a week, try working 60 to 80 for just a little while. Still, you both need to examine your career track for the future. Look into different types of training and education with the attitude of doubling or even tripling your income in the next five years. I want you both to develop long-term plans to increase your income, and a short-term plan to get out from under this debt in a hurry. That’s the kind of thinking that will get rid of collectors faster than anything else. They’re just a symptom of the bigger problem. ~Dave

For Sale: RARE KNIVES Large Selection RUANA CASE XX ~ SCHRADE Hard - to - find USA-made Old Timer & Uncle Henry Knife/Scissor Sharpening Big Sky Images & Collectibles Havre Holiday Village Mall ~~~~~(406)399-6522~~~~~ 11-I:1-I Items For Sale: Internat'l Mod. M tractor, w/D9 frnt axle, F10 Loader, 12 ft. hay sweep, grapple fork, sq. bale fork; 4 horse pony harness w/ collars&spreaders; 1 studded parade harness; D6 Cat. Call a.m. 406-738-4404. 11-II Help Wanted: Sweet Medical Center, Harlem Office, Housekeeper (4-8 hours/ week). Wage negotiable. Supplies and Equip. Provided. Contact Meghan Morris at 406-357-2297. Applications at sweetmedicalcenter.org 11-II For Sale: Two steel buildings, 40x50 and 60x80. Leave name and phone number. (406)222-5535. 10-II:4-II

Holidays in Malta: Much is happening in Malta over the Holiday Season! Stores open on Sundays 11am-3pm starting Nov.28th 'til Christmas. Many late night openings for Christmas shopping. Watch for complete sched. in Malta Chamber ad. 11-II For Sale: Two steel buildings, 40x50 and 60x80. Leave name and phone number. (406)222-5535. 11-I Pizzas, sandwiches, appetizers, and refreshments! Stop by Stretch's in Malta to enjoy the atmosphere and arcade. Our banquet room is available for any occasion. 140 S. 1st Street E. in Malta or call 406-654-1229. 11-I:1-I

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For Sale: '99 Chev 1T 3500 454, 7.4L, 4dr, Crew Cab, 112,974 mi. Avg MPG 11.0. Comes with camper: '04 Lance 9.6' Camper w/ Slideout, Microwave, 3-Burner Stove/ Oven, 4-way Fridge, Toilet/ Shower, Queen Bed, Spring Loaded Tie-Downs, Elec. Jacks, Radio, TV Cable (no TV), 110V or 30 amp. $21,000 (Will not split) 406-357-4201. 11-I Help Wanted: Looking for drivers and insiders. Apply at Domino’s in Havre. Apply in person only. 501 First St., Havre, MT. 11-I Pawn/Swap: The Swap Shop, 121 Anaconda St., Wolf Point, Mt. A Pawn Broker with a great variety of items: kitchen tables, guns, games, hand and power tools, T.V.'s and more. Stop in and check out our selection. 406-653-1410. 11-II For Sale: 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Big Horn Edition w/5.7L Hemi Motor. Fully loaded. Great condition. 83k mi., black w/chrome nerf bars & chrome grill guard, headbolt heater & autostart. Asking $20,000. Q? Call 673-3054. 11-II For Sale: INDIAN BLANKETS & ARTWORK Sweetgrass ~ Sage ~ Furs Buckskin ~ Saddles USA Old Timer Knives Knife/Scissor Sharpening, Custom Framing, Big Sky Images & Collectibles Havre Holiday Village Mall ~~~~~(406)399-6522~~~~~ 11-I:1-I 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 406-453-7299 Big Sky Pipe And Supply, Great Falls. Call Today and Ask for our free catalog. Visit Us Online http://bigskypipeandsupply. com/html/ 9-II:12-I

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 community-minded 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!”

Bill’s ClassiC auto Body & towing One of the many benefits of living in a small town is doing business with local merchants. In most cases, you are on a first name basis with the business owners; they know your needs, wants, preferences; they are invested in your community because it is also their community. Your satisfaction equals their success and they take pride in a job well done. Bill and Laura Pankratz, owners of Bill’s Classic Auto Body and Towing in Malta, are an excellent example of this, but Bill gives the credit to his employees. “Our employees are very skilled, confident, and hard-working guys. They are our biggest asset. This place would not run without them. Their hard work and dedication makes it all work.” Bill and Laura grew up in Malta and love living in a small community where everyone knows everyone else. They enjoy participating in the abundance of outdoor activities Phillips County has to offer. Bill is a volunteer with the Malta Volunteer Fire Department, and Laura’s heart is in supporting and organizing Malta Trails, developing safe pedestrian and bike trails for Malta and Phillips County which, Bill jokes, requires “Bill’s help” with many of her on-going projects. It is easy to see they take great pride in their Bill’s Classic Auto Body & Towing has three community. tow trucks ready to work at all times, as well Established in 1990, Bill’s Classic Auto Body and Towing is a full as a full service auto body shop staffed by service collision repair shop offering one-stop shopping for all your auto body, experienced and knowledgeable staff. glass, towing and vehicle accessory needs. “We are able to work on most makes and models of vehicles. We all have a love for nice looking cars, are perfectionists and only produce professional work.” With three tow trucks, the folks at Bill’s Classic Auto Body have the ability to provide prompt service, getting your vehicle back on the road and looking good. “We switched two years ago to our Glasurit Waterbourne paint line. This has been a huge improvement in our paint shop. We can offer excellent color match with our computerized mix system. It offers greater paint durability than in the past with a very high end, European quality finish.” Bill is proud of the fact that this new paint line is environmentally friendly and has not only improved their paint technology, but is better for employee health. Speaking of his employees, Bill says, “They all have their own particular skills that get the job done professionally and in a timely manner. We work in a teamwork atmosphere that gets things in and out faster than some shops do, so we contribute most of our success to our guys.” The “guys” are Len and Derek, who have been with Bill for ten years; Dan for three years; Logan for two. Shelley, who shares office duties with Bill and Dan, is the newbie at five months. “Dan and Shelley are both great assets to our business,” says Bill. His appreciation for all who have helped make his business a success is evident as Bill adds, “My wife, Laura, has been behind the scenes all this time, as she runs her own business and community service projects in full tilt!” Bill’s Classic Auto Body and Towing is located in Malta at 47279 U.S. 2. The phone number is 406-654-2394. Business hours are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Weekends are by appointment only, although thanks to that small town inspired atmosphere, “Bill has been known to make special appointments at all hours of the day!”

47279 US Hwy 2, Malta, MT 59538 • (406)654-2394

Antiques for Sale: Virgelle Merc Antiques presents a "Real Country Christmas" at a "Real Country Store"! Sat & Sun, Dec 6&7. 9am-5pm, Antiques and collectibles. Phone 1-800-426-2926 or 406-3783110. www.VirgelleMontana. com. Celebrate the Season at Virgelle, Montana! 11-I For Sale: 2014 Chevrolet Impala LS 2.5 ecotech 4Cyl. with 13,808 miles. Cloth grey interior, Black Exterior. Power windows, power seats and locks, Navigation, On-Star equipped, XM Radio and hands free calling. Asking $18,400 Call Scott or Heather DePriest at American Garage, LLC (406) 357-4201 today to test drive or for more information. 11-I Now Buying All Kinds of Raw Fur. Skinned or unskinned. Coyotes-Red Fox--Badgers-Raccoons--Muskrats-Bobcats. Thunder Mountain Fur Co., Larry DiLulo. 12610 Paradise Valley Rd., Chinook, MT (406) 357-2894. 11-I:1-I Come to Western Styles Salon in Malta for hair, nails and tanning. We carry Iso, Matrix, Hempz, Paul Mitchell, Kenra, tea tree, Crew, Joico, and China Glaze products. 406-654-2072. 11-I DND Quacker Store: 227 S. 2nd Ave. E., Malta. Taking consignments and donations. Yard sale stuff left over? Call us; we can help! All fall decor, Avon decanters, figurines, picture frames, kitchen glassware and lamps are all 50% off. Call 6544752 or 654-7100. 11-I:1-I Grass Hay For Sale: 200 ton of 4x4x8 square bales, (approx. 2000lbs each), 100 ton of round bales (approx. 1300lbs each), $150/ton or best offer located near Chester, MT ~ delivery available. Please phone 406-262-4155. 11-II

Feeling Stressed? Want to get Energized for the Holidays? Try Foot Zoning! Call Ashley at The Healing Path to learn more... 406-390-0163. 11-I:1-I

The Glass Shop in Malta has Multi-Fuel Stoves for sale. Burn wheat, barley, wood pellets, shelled corn and other biomass fuels. Call 406-654-1720 or 406654-2784 evenings. 11-I:1-I

Travel Annual Christmas Trail to Loma, Dec.6&7, 10am-4pm. Stop, browse at Trash&Treasure Shop - decorated for Christmas! One-Room School House, Old Chappel Depot, filled w/ treasures of yesterday/ today. Hwy. 87, 4th Ave. 11-II

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Ranch-Raised Coming 2-Year Old Bulls

40 BRED HEIFERS AND 2 RANCH GELDINGS!

December 10th, 2014 - 1:00 pm At the Clear Creek Ranch

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• Recommended for heifers or cows. • Impressive, medium framed, high performing, gentle herd bull. • He packs excellent feet, a big scrotal, along with an outcross pedigree. We have used him as a clean-up bull on yearling heifers and will continue to use him in our program. • Dam has been and outstanding cow for us. She raised a top selling Far & Wide son in 2012. Bob Math selected her $20,000, 2nd high selling Upward son last year. An awesome S Chisum 255 heifer calf was just weaned from 8184. She is on her way to be flushed at Milk River Genetics this winter. • Grandam is an extremely deep ribbed, easy fl eshing, nice uddered, gentle cow that is still in production. Her dandy 77P son sells as Lot 63.

We are excited to offer a rugged, muscled up, super sound set of bulls that will sire calves with performance from the range to the rail and females with some survivability and longevity!

Shipwheel ForeFront 0567 x Sitz Rainmaker 6536 Lot #22 - Shipwheel ForeFront 3546

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Shipwheel Packer 3505 • Recommended for cows. • A top performing standout that packs excellent feet, loads of muscle shape, and body capacity. • We have used him natural service and will continue to use this herd bull in our program. • Dam is a gentle, embryo, Far & Wide daughter with extra length of body and a nice udder. • Pathfinder, Herd Bull producing grandam served as a donor for us.

Packer x DRJ Focus M89 Lot #27 - Shipwheel Packer 3588 CED

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40 Bred Heifers

ABOUT THE BULLS

2 Ranch Geldings Chisum x APEX High Time 665 Lot #32 - Shipwheel Chisum 3594 CED

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www.ShipwheelCattle.com

¤ Only the top 50% will be offered for sale. ¤ Developed on a growing ration at home to insure soundness and longevity, not fattened. ¤ Put more trust in these older, more mature bulls to do the job. ¤ Tested for Pfizer 50K, Performance, Fertility. ¤ Volume Discounts & Sight unseen purchase guarantee. ¤ Free Delivery in MT and adjoining states. ¤ No Creep and no hoof trimming. ¤ Fully Guaranteed for first breeding season.

Klint and Lori Swanson

2265 Gooseberry Lane - Chinook, MT 59523 406-357-2492 Phone - 406-357-2298 Fax Email: shipwheelcattle@itstriangle.com