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Tulips and Treasures: One of a kind arrangements and gifts. Free in town delivery. Call 406-654-1273 or stop in 900 S. Central Ave. Malta. 12-II

BFCGB, Inc. Announces Dream Vacation Raffle Winners for 2016

2017 is already a little more blessed for three winners of the 1st Annual Dream Vacation Raffle, held by the Big Flat Community Grain Bin, Inc. in Turner, as announced at the recent Lions New Years' Eve celebration there. Congratulations go to Brent & Shawna Evans of Billings, winners of the 3rd place trip to Las Vegas; Lary Poulton of Malta, winner of the 2nd place Alaskan Cruise; and to Amy Egbert of Turner, winner of the grand prize all inclusive vacation for two to Cancun, Mexico. Huge thanks are in order to everyone who participated in this first raffle, and the BFCGB, Inc. looks forward to continuing it again next year with three more vacations. Funds from the raffle support the organization's mission statement of supporting the charitable needs of the Turner School and Big Flat community, including scholarships and community efforts. Are you looking for that special hard-to-find book? BIG SKY IMAGES & C O L L E C T I B L E S . . . We have NEW and USED BOOKS. Will special order. Havre Holiday Village Mall 406-399-6522. 10-II:1-I

Now Hiring! Full time service positions open at Jamieson Motors in Chinook. Mechanical experience a plus, but we can train. Call 406-357-2470. 12-II

For Sale: Redstone Hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Paradise. Just outside of Redstone, MT, in one contiguous block, is 745+/- deeded acres of hunter's paradise!! Two developed springs and 129+/acres of Sanfoin Grass attract an abundance of wildlife! Electricity in place in an ideal building location with fabulous views! Listing #245-OK6 www.MissouriRiverRealty. com 406-654-2273 . 12-II Todd Mord Trucking: Livestock and flatbed trailers. Call 406-3574190 or 399-2608. 12-II

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CONTENTS:

Classifieds, Classifieds!

Advertising/Subscriptions.. 8 Ag Markets........................ 5 Bull Sale Calendar............. 9 Conservative Cow Dr........11 Hooves and Horns............. 9 Realty Section................... 7 Things to Know.................. 4

Paid Classified Rates: Classified, $10 up to 8 lines $1 per line each addâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;l 13 lines maximum. $5 bold, $5 boxed

Hay For Sale: Straight Cederberg Trucking: Hauling Alfalfa/ Alfalfa Grass & cattle & grain. Call 406-39012-II Grain Hay 406-379-2664 1-I 5951, Turner, MT.

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Ask about FREE Classifieds! Contact your Advertisers Advocate on Page 8 to place your ad today!

Amazon Shoppers: Did you know Amazon will donate a portion of your purchase to the Big Flat Community Grain Bin, Inc.? Visit www. smile.amazon.com. Purchases MUST be made through Amazon Smile to qualify. x

For Sale: 38" Ford Truck complete flatbed, V-8, 20" wheels, 12' crank up box. Excellent restorable condition, will consider any reasonable offer. Call 390-0519. 12-II For Sale: Brand new in box- 8 Speed Pro pistons, $325, for Chevy small block. Bored .030 over, rings included, 7009p 030/L 2252 AF-30 12:1 compression. 406-399-6886. 12-II

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THINGS TO KNOW:

3rd Wed. of Every Month: Volunteers invited! Blaine County Local Area Committee for Mental Health meets in Youth Court Services meeting room of Bl. Co. Courthouse. All interested parties are welcome to share or bring ideas! Call 406-357-2369 for details. 3rd Thurs. of Every Month: Blaine County DUI Task Force meets in Bl. Co. Triple E Room at noon. This meeting is open to the public and welcomes the community. For questions call Deputy Chris Adair at 357-3260. First and Third Mon. of the Month.: HAVRE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-Meadowlark Estates, 4113 9th St. W., Havre, Sundays, 5:00-7:00pm. More info call Barbara Fell, 390-3708. Open to all denominations.

?Did you know? YOU CAN GET YOUR KNIVES & SCISSORS SHARPENED at BIG SKY IMAGES & COLLECTIBLES in Havre Holiday Village Mall. Will sharpen while you shop, Very affordable. 406-399-6522. 10-II:1-I For Sale: Five individual building lots available for sale in the Sleeping Buffalo Phase II Addition, ranging from 1 to 1.7+/- acres. No improvements currently in place. Taxes in 2015 were $47.12 per year for each lot making this an inexpensive option for building near Nelson Reservoir! Listing # 201-PD6 www.MissouriRiverRealty. com 406-654-2273. 12-II Nothing For Sale: Just Many thanks to be given to our customers this past year. The girls and I at Bearly Square Quilting in Havre appreciate your business and hope your holiday season is filled with family & friends. We look forward to seeing you in the new year! 1-I

For Sale: Are you looking for a little bit of “Big Sky”? This 5+/acre lot has stunning views and is located just a short drive North of Great Falls. These amazing views of the prairie would be a great spot for your dream home! $25,000. List # 609-SL6 www.MissouriRiverRealty. com 406-654-2273. 1-I

The Mint Bar in Malta: 14 S.1st. E serves cold drinks, has pool, darts, great service, and poker and keno machines. 654-1621 12-II 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/ 12-II

Custom Hay & Grain Grinding Jake Konesky, Owner Kyle Konesky, Owner

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AG INTEREST SERIES: MARKETS

Spectrum Commodities Louise Gartner 800-888-9843 December 20, 2016 Kansas City Wheat Minneapolis Wheat Chicago Wheat Corn Soybeans Soybean Meal Soybean Oil Live Cattle Feeder Cattle Boxed Beef - Choice Dressed Beef Crude Oil Heating Oil Unleaded Gas Natural Gas Silver Gold US $ Canadian $ Dow Jones

This Week 4.13 5.41 4.03 3.50 10.05 308.80 36.60 115.50 130.00 198 174 53.30 1.69 1.61 3.30 16.11 1133.60 103.28 0.75 19899

Change from Last Week -0.07 0.00 -0.15 -0.12 -0.18 -4.00 -0.32 1.80 2.30 7.00 4.00 2.26 0.0453 0.0780 -0.24 -1.11 -30.10 1.56 -0.0067 134

December 20, 2016 Kansas City Wheat Minneapolis Wheat Chicago Wheat Corn Soybeans Soybean Meal Soybean Oil Live Cattle Feeder Cattle Boxed Beef - Choice Dressed Beef Crude Oil Heating Oil Unleaded Gas Natural Gas Silver Gold US $ Canadian $ Dow Jones

This Week 4.13 5.41 4.03 3.50 10.05 308.80 36.60 115.50 130.00 198 174 53.30 1.69 1.61 3.30 16.11 1133.60 103.28 0.75 19899

Change from Last Week -0.07 0.00 -0.15 -0.12 -0.18 -4.00 -0.32 1.80 2.30 7.00 4.00 2.26 0.0453 0.0780 -0.24 -1.11 -30.10 1.56 -0.0067 134

Wheat markets were mixed for the week, with the higher quality market of Minneapolis holding steady while the winter wheat markets were lower. World cash prices are weakening as Argentina and Australia continue their harvests and become more aggressive in the export market. Kansas City found better support than Chicago on concerns of potential winter kill as bitter cold dipped all the way into the Texas panhandle, where temps of -8 F were recorded. Corn and soybeans Wheat markets were mixedin for the week, with the higher market of Minneapolis holding across steady were lower reaction to quality widespread rains the while the winter wheat markets were lower. World cash prices are weakening as Argentina and Australia dry their regions of Argentina Brazil, insupport time to continue harvests and become more aggressive in the and export market. Kansas Cityjust found better than Chicago on concerns of potential winter kill as bitter cold dipped all the way into the Texas panhandle, avoid losses those enter critical growth where temps ofyield -8 F were recorded. Corn as and soybeans werecrops lower in reaction to widespread rains across the dry regions of Argentina and Brazil, just in time to avoid yield losses as those crops enter critical stages. growth stages. The cattle complex was slightly higher, buoyed by strong cash values. This year the holiday season has seen better beef demand than we’ve had in years, Crude oil bounced despite the stronger dollar, led by strength in the products. The EIA inventory report anda along bitter coldthought stressing livestock deep into showed drawdown inwith gasoline and distillate stocks, to be due to an increase in shipping volumes from online Christmas shopping. The US dollar was sharply higher again, reaching a new 14-year high. cattle feeding territory, cash market hasto beremained Traders continue to expect an economic boost with a the slew of infrastructure projects presumed starting next year, and that is supporting thethe stock market as well. Theseasonal stronger dollar continues to take its toll onFeeder strong beyond normal window. metals with both silver and gold at 10-month lows. cattle have also enjoyed an extended rally, supported THIS IS A SOLICITATION. Reproduction or rebroadcast of any portion of this information is strictly by the live plentiful supplies cheap prohibited without writtencattle permission.and The information reflected herein is derived fromof sources believed tofeed. The cattle complex was slightly higher, buoyed by strong cash values. This year the holiday season has seen better beef demand than we’ve had in years, and along with bitter cold stressing livestock deep into cattle feeding territory, the cash market has remained strong beyond the normal seasonal window. Feeder cattle have also enjoyed an extended rally, supported by the live cattle and plentiful supplies of cheap feed.

be reliable; however, this information is not guaranteed as to its accuracy or completeness. Opinions Wheat markets were mixed for the week, with the higher quality market of Minneapolis holding steady expressed are subject to change without notice. Futures trading involves risk. while the winter wheat markets were lower. World cash prices are weakening as Argentina and Australia continue theirCrude oil bounced despite the stronger dollar, led by strength in the products. The EIA harvests and become more aggressive in the export market. Kansas City found better support Gartner inventory a kill drawdown inLouise gasoline and distillate Spectrum than Chicago on report concerns ofshowed potential winter as bitter cold dipped all theCommodities way into the Texas panhandle, stocks, thought to be due to 800-888-9843 an increase shipping from online shopping. The US dollar was sharply where temps of -8 Fin were recorded. Cornvolumes and soybeans were lower in reactionChristmas to widespread rains across the dry regions of Argentina and Brazil, just in time to avoid yield lossesTraders as those crops enter critical to expect an economic boost with a higher again, reaching a new 14-year high. continue growth of stages. slew infrastructure projects presumed to be starting next year, and that is supporting the stock

market as well. The higher, stronger dollar continues to the take itsseason tollhas on metals with both silver and gold The cattle complex was slightly buoyed by strong cash values. This year holiday atseen10-month lows. better beef demand than we’ve had in years, and along with bitter cold stressing livestock deep into cattle feeding territory, the cash market has remained strong beyond the normal seasonal window. Feeder

THIS IS have A SOLICITATION. rebroadcast of any this information is strictly prohibited without written permission. The information reflected herein is derived cattle also enjoyedReproduction an extendedorrally, supported byportion the liveof cattle and plentiful supplies of cheap feed. from sources believed to be reliable; however, this information is not guaranteed as to its accuracy or completeness. Opinions expressed are subject to change without notice. Futures trading involves risk.

Crude oil bounced despite the stronger dollar, led by strength in the products. The EIA inventory report showed a drawdown in gasoline and distillate stocks, thought to be due to an increase in shipping volumes from online Christmas shopping. The US dollar was sharply higher again, reaching a new 14-year high. Traders continue to expect an economic boost with a slew of infrastructure projects presumed to be starting next year, and that is supporting the stock market as well. The stronger dollar continues to take its toll on metals with both silver and gold at 10-month lows.

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For Sale: RARE KNIVES, Large selection RUANA, SCHRADE, Hard to find USAmade Old Timer & Uncle Henry, Knife/scissor sharpening Big sky Images & Collectibles Havre Holiday Village Mall 406-399-6522 . 12-I Come into All Seasons Home Center @ 729 2nd Ave S., Glasgow, MT. We carry just about everything. See how we can accommodate you. Call 406-228-8288. 12-II Guitars of Montana: Alvarez, BOSS/Roland, Crafte, Dean, Electro-Voice, EVH, G&L, Gretsch, Guild, Hammond, Ibanez, Jackson, Laney, Ludwig, Luna, Mapex, Phil Jones Pure Sound, Randall, Zildjian! Music books, Band/ Orchestra rentals. #2 5th St. S., downtown Great Falls, 406-453-4998. 8-I:1-II

Havre Ford: 1991 Hwy 2 West,check out our tire selection and pick up accessories at unbeatable prices, Goodyear, Kelly, grill guards, Weather tech floor mats and much more, Stop in or call 265-2246. 12-II For Sale: Productive irrigated farm located East of Harlem, Montana. 320+/- total acres with 293+/- acres irrigated out of the Harlem Irrigation District. Fields leveled and siphon tubes included with the sale. This property also includes 2,940+/sq.ft. home w/cistern, 32'x56' shop, 4 grain bins and barn. $$795,000. List # 680-AR6 www.MissouriRiverRealty. com 406-654-2273. 1-I

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Buy-Sell-Trade: Vintage Collectibles at Kokomo Joe's Trading Post, Chester Montana. 406-759-6472. 12-II

For Sale: Alfalfa, hay barley, grass alfalfa, 1500# round bales, net wrap. Call 379-2512. 11-II(x) 419 Madison Ave. * Chester, MT

406.460.1118 or 406.759.6472 NEW Winter hours!

Best Resting Inn & Extended Stay: "We're not the Fanciest, We're the Friendliest." 5001 River Dr. N., Gt Falls, MT. 406-268-8333. x

For Sale: Older Arctic Cat Jag 1990. Arctic Cat EXT 1995. Arctic Cat power special. 6 wheeler with tracks. 1-406-450-4760. 12-II

Call Ken Today!

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Western & Wildlife Artwork Rare Vintage USA knives Indian Design Blankets Furs, Pelts, & Rawhide Braintan Buckskins Sage & Sweetgrass Native American Craftwork Custom Framing Knife Sharpening Saddles

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Havre Holiday Village Mall 1753 Hwy 2 NW - Ste 8 Havre, MT

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Sale info. WITTKOPP ANGUS at Glasgow Stockyards , Glasgow, MT Home 406-485-3552, Cell 974-3552

Mar. 3 Thu.

INFINITY ANGUS RANCH Glasgow Stockyards, Glasgow, MT 406-893-4456, 406-893-7788, Edwin Miner/Monica Haaland

Mar. 29 Wed. 1pm

MASTER ANGUS Bear Paw Livestock, Chinook, MT www.masterangus.com, 406-357-2265 or 680-7483

Feb. 20 BULLS OF THE BIG SKY 1pm Billings Livestock Commission, Billings, MT. http://www.bullsofthebigsky.com

Mar. 6 Mon. 1pm

Apr. 3 Mon. 1pm

Apr. 5 Wed. 1pm Apr. 6 Thu. 1pm Apr. 13 Thu. 1pm

CLEAR CREEK ANGUS BULL SALE Bear Paw Livestock, Chinook 406-395-4962 www.clearcreekangus.com

R. MATH FARMS ANGUS SALE Milk River Pavillion www.mathfarms.com, Bob Math 406-674-5562

NISSEN ANGUS ANNUAL PROD. SALE Blaine County Fairgrounds, Chinook Jeff & Christie Nissen 406-357-2643 info@nissenangus.com

BOWLES J5 REDS Glasgow Stockyards, Glasgow, MT 406-357-3125, 539-3100, 539-2102, bbowlesj5@yahoo.com

NORTHERN PREMIER ANGUS SALE Bear Paw Livestock, Chinook www.montanasnorthernpremier.com, Kelly McCracken, 406-262-2347

Private Treaty FUNK ANGUS Funk Angus Ranch, 18 mi. NE of Frazer. Gary & Roxann, 406-392-5777

I'm So Tough

Three little boys were bragging about how tough they were."I'm so tough," said the first boy, "that I can wear out a pair of shoes in a week." "Well," said the second little boy, "I'm so tough, I can wear out a pair of jeans in a day." "That's nothing," said the third boy. "When my parents take me to see my grandma and grandpa, I can wear them out in a hour!"

Private Treaty THOMPSON CATTLE COMPANY, INC. Call 406-654- 4278

Dec. 2017 EWING ANGUS At the ranch 14 mi. west of Malta, MT. 406-654-2347

Dec. 2017 SHIPWHEEL CATTLE, Chinook, MT 406-357-2492 www.ShipwheelCattle.com

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Weaner Pigs: Breeding time Is coming right up, and I don't want to have a ton of piggies running around. If you're interested, let me know and I will get some on the ground for you. 406397-3332 or 390-4028. 1-I

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For Sale: 1.38 acres in Lothair Mt with electric, concrete water tank, porta-potty, 4 storage buses, plus a camper bus, RV, motor home, and a 20 ft. round tent with pellet stove. Nothing runs. All for $12,000. Would make a good hunter’s camp. Call 759-5400 Have you ever sworn an between 9 am – 5 pm and ask oath to uphold the U.S. for Frank Peck. 12-I:1-II Constitution? Check out www.OathKeepers.org . 11-x

Ramblings of a Conservative

Cow Doctor by Krayton Kerns, DVM, former State Rep. HD 58

News Year’s Resolution: Be the Fat Kid America is once again becoming the land of should learn these six basic truths Our economic engine is driven by cheap energy opportunity and rightfully so, with freedom outcomes • Profit is not a four letter word, nor is wealth, sources and America is a land of plenty. will not be equal. Those harboring the greatest competition, success, ambition, or self-sufficiency. • Certain college degrees improve your intellect, talent, initiative and willingness to risk are It is not greedy to work hard so as to provide for competitiveness in the marketplace. Most do like the fat kid doing a cannonball in the swimming yourself, your family, and others to whom you wish not. If you have invested eight years pursuing pool. They always make the biggest splash. With a to be charitable a bachelors in Social Justice, you best embrace little adjustment, there is one group uniquely positioned • Sharing your bounty with the less fortunate poverty because you will be stuck there. to make a big splash in the Trump, economic tidal is called tithing when it comes from a charitable • Government creates neither jobs, nor wealth; wave—the millennials. heart. When government taxes your earnings to it only consumes them. The ruling class can only Here is the truth for millennials: Everything redistribute to others they deem more worthy, it is give you what they have stolen from someone else. you have been taught is a lie. For decades, the secularcalled theft. Do not confuse the two. This brings me to my point. On November progressives have endeavored to control education • There is nothing charitable about committing 9th, progressives began resisting America’s freedom from pre-K through college for the nefarious reason of the unwashed to a life of dependency. Government movement. Millennials can either commiserate empowering themselves. The sobbing snowflakers are programs purposely trap the downtrodden in with the rejected leftists, or embrace free-market the poster children of progressivism. Ronald Reagan poverty. capitalism and succeed. The wise choice is to abandon said, "It is not that my liberal friends are ignorant, it is • Man-caused climate change is a complete con progressivism and resolve to be the fat kid. Start the just that all they know to be true, is not so.” To purge designed to obstruct natural resource development, New Year with a cannonball. your mind of collectivist indoctrination, millennials suppress employment and promote dependency.

Livestock Supplements: JW Feeds, John Wolery, Chester, Mt. Call today for all of your livestock supplements, cake, 250 lb. tubs, liquid feed, salt, KD mineral, delivery. 406-390-5056. 1-I

For Sale: Black AngusShorthorn Influenced 4 yearold Bull, $3,500. 6 Year Old Registered Hereford Bull, $2,500. For more information please call 1-406-357-3819. 12-II

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Wanted: Old transmission power poles from Ft. Peck to Gt Falls. Also, the cross arms if avail. And looking for used snow plow for vehicle. Call Craig Stiles, 390-0455. 10-II:4-I Arts Furniture and Carpet: 126 Central Ave. S., Malta. We are literally the place to get your furnishing for all rooms in the house. Plus we carry Maytag, Amana and Speed Queen appliances. Call 406-654-2251. 12-II For Sale: TROUT FLIES, locally made, tried and proven by expert fishermen. BIG SKY IMAGES & COLLECTIBLES, Havre Holiday Village Mall 406-399-6522. 10-II:1-I For Sale: Bang's vaccinated Black Angus bred heifers, all one iron, calve March 12th, bred to low birth weight Black Angus bulls with high performance. All shots and poured. Call 951-2426 or 367-5577. 1-I

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For Rent: Basement office space, across from Hill Co. Courthouse. $900/mo. Call Steve 406-262-3199. 12-II For Sale: 2015-2016 Irrigated Alfalfa Grass Hay. 2015-2016 Irrigated Wheat Straw Net-Wrap Round Bales. 406-263-1082. 1-I

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