November 18th, 2009

November 18, 2009 PROUDLY SERVING THESE MONTANA TOWNS: Joplin Inverness Rudyard Hingham Gildford Kremlin Fort Benton Loma Big Sandy Havre Chinook Cleveland Harlem Fort Belknap Turner Zortman

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November 18, 2009................................................................Volume VII Issue 22.............................................................................. Tricia’s Trader Chinook Office 337 Indiana Chinook, MT 59523 406-357-2244 Lewistown Office 224 West Main St. Lewistown, MT 59457 406-538-7471

For Sale: Yogo Sapphire Jewelry - Largest Selection, Best Buy. Great Christmas Gift for Your Loved One! Montana Mountainmen (406) 538-7492. 11-II For Sale: 148+ acres irrigated cropland 4.5+ miles West of Malta. Consisting of 100.7+ acres in grass for seed production and hay, with the remaining 47.3+ acres in grain.

Located in one block with easy access! Asking $130,000 (248OE6) 406-654-2273. 11-I

Clearance Sale: Various types of flooring starting at 50 cents/ sq ft. Laminates, hardwood, cork & more. Windsor Plywood (406) 452-1956.

11-I

FBR

For Sale: Newer ranch style 3 br/3 bath, radiant heated home, shop/garage, outbuildings. Beautifully landscaped w/ underground sprinkler system throughout. Very low maintenance, country setting, great views, yet close to towns, Glacier Park, lakes and recreation. Call for brochure for all the details. $749,500 offering a $7000 finders fee at closing. 406-257-5051, cell 406-212-4889 7-I:12-II

For Sale: Post pounder, HD8, new hoses, new springs, excellent condition. $1,000 or will trade for hay or cattle. Call 357-3638.

11-I

FORT BENTON REALTY, LLP (406) 622-3803 or toll free at (800) 406-0946

HOMES & HOMES WITH ACREAGE WE RENT DREAMS! Central MT opportunity in adventure travel biz. Motorcycle rental/tours. $50K 2 FOR 1! Main home w/bsmnt+upper bonus rms. Use 2nd 2-bd home as rental/MIL unit. Geraldine $62K BE A HAPPY HOMEOWNER in affordable 4-bd, 1-ba home! Country living in Carter $77,900 CUSTOM HOME 3bd/2ba, 1850 sq. ft. w/hrdwood floors,2 gas fp,dbl car garage. Chester $84,900 3Bed/2Ba 1700 Sq. ft. hm w/cntrl air, grg, fenced yrd. Across from city park. Ft. Benton $133,900 RIVER ST. TOWNHOME 2-bd, 2-ba w/ofc, 2-car gar, undergr sprnklrs! Brand new const. $139,900 BEAUTIFUL HOME on walk-out bsmt, 4-bd 3-bath, dbl garage plus RV sized carport, paved drive & storage bldg. Landscaped yd, deck & entertaining area, creek on 1.43 ac. Geraldine. $179,000 HOME + 21 ACRES 3Bd, 1 3/4Ba w/ dbl grg, grain bins.18 ac w/CRP contract. Brady Area $195,000 ROCKY MTN VIEWS Home, barn on 10 ac. Wildlife, quiet, ready for you! Conrad. $240K ROOM FOR HORSES 21+ ac w/home, barn, tack rm, corrals, outbldgs. Good H20. Dutton. $250,000 EQUESTRIAN PROP 13 ac. Home, shop, outbldgs, corrals, riding arena. Ft. Shaw. $325K BENTON LAKE AREA 40 CRP ac + new energy eff home, gar, extra homes & farm bldgs. $375,000 FARMS, RANCHES & ACREAGE 459 ACRES Farm/ranch & res’l dev pot’l. Fenced, grn stor, mtn views. N of Belgrad. 2 parc poss. $4K/ac 350 ACRES NC MT 325 ac Pasture, 25 fld irr. Grass/hay. Res & irrig. Ditch. Great Hunting. $150,000 POWDER RIVER BREAKS Former Tooke Rodeo Co. Ranch.Older hm,barn,crls/shp 240 $425,000 ROCKY MTN FRONT 920 ac NW of Choteau. 716 ac CRP, bal in pasture, 120 ac State lease. $750K 458 ACRES Pivot, irrgtd alfalfa hay 236 ac./66ac. Fld irrtd hay, 135 ac grss, 21 ac hmsite. NC MT. $820,000 1117 ACRES w/1068 dryland crop, bal in grass/pasture. Home & outbldgs. N of Great Falls. $900,000 12,000 ACRES CRP,BLM/State lease, & hay ground. Excellent deer & antelope hunting. $5.6M

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Wanted: 302 cubic inch GMC inline 6 cyl. engine. Call 390-3445. x Havre Coin Shop, New Owner!

Buy/Sell coins, gold, silver, sports cards. Estate appraisals.

Will travel for large collections.

Scott Froehlich. 406-265-4622 or 390-1761, or 800-953-8373.

7-II:1-I ATTN: Sassy Seconds Consignment downtown Malta has something for everyone. We have clothes, shoes, furniture, home decor, housewares & much much more. Stop in today and see whats new. Don’t be the one to say “ should have bought it when I saw it.”

11-I For Sale: Large selection of used saddles, tools, jewelry, golf clubs, firearms, guitars and chain saws. Leon’s Buy & Sell, Havre. 265-3342. x

CARGO CONTAINERS

Wind, water and rodent proof.

•Storage

20 ft. = $2,900

•Antique cars

40 ft. = $3,500

•Feed •Salt •Household

48 ft. = $3,900

•Chemicals •Unlimited possibilities

All sizes currently on hand.

575 Prairie Road • Chinook, MT 59523

(406)357-7333

53 ft. = $4,300

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THINGS TO KNOW: Nov. 18 & Dec. 3, Thus.: HOMEBUYERS ED CLASS Hill County Electric Hospitality Room at 2121 US Hwy 2 W. Havre. 5pm-9pm, fee $20. Call 434-9161 x114 to register.

Nov. 21, Sat.: MONTANA LAND AND MINERAL OWNERS ASSOCIATION Annual Meeting, 10m, Havre Duck Inn Olympic Room. Questions, call Herb at 357-3563.

Nov. 26, Thu.: HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Nov. 27, Fri: PARADE OF LIGHTS, Main Street, Chinook, MT. Visit www. chinookmontana.org for info, or see our ad on Page 26 for a schedule of events.

Dec. 2, Wed.: CHESTER CHRISTMAS STROLL, Downtown Chester, 4-7pm. For info, email Chamber at lynda@libertycountycc.com or call 759-4848.

Dec. 4 & 5:, Fri. & Sat.: NORTH POLE EXPRESS CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW, IOOF Hall, Saco, MT. Fri, 6-8pm; Sat. 9-3.

Dec. 5, Sat.: ST. THOMAS CATHOLIC CHURCH BAZAAR, New Horizons Day Center, across from VFW in Harlem. Bake sale, Chili & Stew feed, Bazaar Tables. Call 406353-4411 for more info.

Dec. 5, 6, Sat. & Sun.: CHOUTEAU COUNTY COUNTRY CHRISTMAS. See Community Spotlight for details. Crafts, Antiques and Open Houses in Big Sandy, Virgelle, Loma, Fort Benton and Geraldine.

Dec. 6, Sun.: LIBERTY COUNTY CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL, CJI School Old Gym, 11am3pm. For info email Chamber at lynda@libertycountycc.com or call 759-4848.

Dec. 9, Wed: HARLEM COUNTRY CHRISTMAS 4-7pm. Visit Harlem, Montana’s Main Street for vendor booths, food and more!

Let us know what’s happening in your neck of the woods. It’s free and it gets read!

Call 379-2377 or email kimmelkreations@yahoo.com.

The next issue of Tricia’s Trader will be distributed Wed., December 2nd. EARLY Ad Submission DEADLINE is MONDAY, Nov. 23rd at 9am, due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.

For Sale: 2008 Chevy 1-Ton Dually Crew Cab 4x4 LTZ. Duramax diesel. Allison auto trans.

25k mi. LOADED. B&L Mechanics (406) 357-3101. 11-II

For Sale: International 300 Utility Tractor w/ PTO. Excellent condition. Call 379-2224.

Asking $3,000 or best offer.

11-II

Attention: Will do blown-in insulation. For an R-value rating & weather check of windows, walls & doors call (406) 945-3828. Kinholt Construction 11-I

$6,500 Tax Credit for New RTM Home

* Home Buyer Incentives EXTENDED 6 months * Program EXPANDED to Current Home Owners * NOW BUY a New American RTM Home * Get Up To $6,500 in Federal Tax Credits * First Time Home Buyers Get Up To $8,000

Everyone Gets a $6,500 Tax Credit on a New American RTM Home Visit www.AmericanRTMs.com or call us to find out more To QUALIFY you need to occupy your new home by June 30, 2010, & purchase by April 30.

The ONLY - not modular home - WAY to qualify is an American RTM Home built for Spring Delivery … because regular contractors do not build in winter.

American RTM Homes … built this winter … are the only new stick-built home option for Tax Credits … BUT ACT NOW because our Spring Deliveries are limited to 10 units.

Design Center & Show Homes … 1 mile east of Malta MT on Hwy #2 … 406-654-2832

Need Extra Money? Start your own business! Work from home for a reputable company selling a great product with excellent support. I’m the Central Montana Distributor for Cachet Candles. Our busy season is NOW! Call me, mention this ad, and save $75 Off your Starter Kit while they last. Rose Sheldon (406) 761-0402. 11-II

Protect Your Truck!

BEARTOOTH BEDLINERS Ultimate Linings

Non-slip, custom colors.

Thick, Spray-on Bed Liners.

Lifetime Limited Warranty William G. Ammen Turner, MT 59542 406-379-2278 Shop 406-379-2622 Home

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Photo courtesy Meryl Rygg McKenna, Lewistown News-Argus.

COWBOY POETRY BY H. FRED LIESE Fred Liese makes his home at the edge of Black Coulee near Turner, Montana.

Raised on the Big Flat, he finds plenty of “inspiration” in the people and things around him every day, and Fred’s brand of entertainment has earned him a large following throughout the US and Canada.

Before the Morning Light

He poured a cup of coffee, Hot and strong and black, Now thumbing through a magazine Before the dawn did crack.

The sidewalk to the house They filed there in queue Then gliding in behind them, Here came auto number two.

A ruckus broke out in the yard His dogs emitted barks As lights approach the driveway, Someone pulls in there and parks.

Had he been in observation?

Should he have taken flight?

Perhaps he had been micro chipped Or watched by satellite.

With the cab’s illumination From an incandescent light, Is this an armed militia That is vaguely in his sight?

The rancher calmed his fears.

He observed the grand parade.

For the invading force, A fluorescent pumpkin brigade….happy hunting!

With theories of conspiracy, Dancing through his head, Should he retrieve a weapon That is stashed beside his bed?

Intruders, on the other hand, Some courage they did muster As they avoided border collies That were circled in a cluster.

Tricia’s Trader, © 2009 Fred Liese

November 18, 2009................................................................Volume VII Issue 22.............................................................................. Tricia’s Trader

REAL ESTATE SECTION Check this section in every issue of Tricia’s Trader to find premier real estate listings across our reading area - from realtors who know real estate.

901 first avenue - Havre $86,900

927 lincoln ave. - Havre $159,900

Kim Cripps, Realtor

This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is in move-in condition. With beautiful hardwood floors, new interior paint and floor coverings, this home is in great shape. Newer windows and vinyl sinding plus a fenced yard are just some of the attractions of this home, as well as the close proximity to MSU Northern’s Campus.

Enjoy the private back yard and patio. There is room to build an additional garage, have a garden and let the dog run this spacious home has main floor laundry, 2 fireplaces, a covered patio and a finished basement.

NORTHERN LAND AND REALTY

Bears Paw Mountain property, +/- 3600 deeded & leased acres.

The ranch has good stock water and abundant wild life.

Warrick Ranch

376 Acre working Milk River Ranch. Remodeled 4+ bedroom home, new corrals, barn, & several older outbuildings. Good deer and upland game birds.

Harlem Ranch

Jim Anderson 799-2253 Toni Brandt 945-1675 Sheila Forshee 262-4842 Diane Getten 945-0954 Russ Getten 262-3007

Connie King 945-3328 Glenn Meisdalen 399-0837 Don Richman 799-0897 Cindy Schubert 265-0949 Robin Toner 945-2323

Providing Farm & Ranch Real Estate SERVICES Preparing your property for sale prior to offering Target marketing tailored to your property Selling the property through the closing

Give Floyd a call to discuss the advantages that our services give you the Seller.

Floyd Witt – Broker, Havre , MT (406) 265-3450

Montana Land Brokers Company Inc./Montana Land Auctions Inc. Russell Pederson – Broker, Hobson , MT (406) 939-2501 www.montanalandauctions.com

320 3rd St. N.W. - Rudyard, MT - $80,000

Alibi Lounge Sports Bar & Casino Shelby, MT - $350,000

Call Dennis Diemert at 759-5560 for more information.

Chester Office: 406.759.5560 Shelby Office: 406.434.2001

This 3 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath home has been very well taken care of.

There is an attached garage, cement patio in the back yard and a very large detached shop.

The basement is partially finished and the home includes range, stove, refrigerator,g arbage disposal, dishwasher, washer and dryer. The property has a large 75x140’ lot, large yard a great area for a garden. 1248 Sq. Ft main level and 1216 Sq. Ft. basement. with Gas Forced Air furnace. This property is a must-see!

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Money Talks

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

LAST MINUTE TAX TIPS

Here’s a potpourri of rules and ideas that are important for year-end planning.

Securities Sales To realize a gain or loss in 2009, the trade date must occur on or before December 31, 2009. Settlement date is irrelevant for publicly traded securities.

The limit on the deduction of capital losses in excess of capital gains is $3,000. Any net capital losses in excess of $3,000 are carried over into 2010. Both short- and long-term losses are counted on a dollarfor-dollar basis. A few years ago, long-term losses were worth only $.50 on the $1. No longer.

The holding period to achieve a long-term capital gain or loss is now more than twelve months. Count the period from trade date to trade date. Whether a gain is short- or long-term does make a difference. The date a long-term gain is realized also makes a difference. In general, net short-term gains are subject to a 35% maximum rate, while net long-term gains are taxed at a maximum of 15%. However, some gains may be subject to a 25 or 28% rate, such as gains on the sale of art or collectibles and gains on certain depreciated real property.

Retirement Plans If you are a calendar year taxpayer, the deadline for establishing a qualified retirement plan for deductions against 2009 income is December 31, 2009. The contribution need not be made until the tax filing deadline of the taxpayer’s return. Note; however, that a SEP plan can still be established for 2008 deductions up until the return due date in 2009.

In order for a distribution to qualify as a lump sum distribution, 100% of the balance to the credit of the employee must be distributed in one taxable year. If you have retired this year, make sure that you received (or will receive by year-end) everything you have coming under your former employer’s qualified retirement plan.

Charitable Contributions Many people make their annual charitable contributions during the holidays.

If you’re going to make a cash contribution, mail the check by December 31, 2009 to qualify for a 2009 deduction. Giving a personal note or I.O.U. to the charity won’t qualify for a deduction; but, donating with a credit card does.

Making gifts of securities is a very effective way to make charitable contributions. Charities are happy to receive odd lots. Donations of long-term capital gain property are deductible based on fair market value.

It doesn’t make sense to donate short-term capital gain property; your deduction will be limited to your basis. Also, it doesn’t make sense to donate securities with losses; sell the stock and donate the cash.

To claim a 2008 deduction, the security must actually be transferred to the charity before December 31, 2009.

Check in with your financial planner near the end of the year to see what deadlines and opportunities apply to your particular financial situation.

This material was prepared by Raymond James for use by Greg Dugdale, Branch Manager of Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC.

For Sale: Freshly processed hamburger, 2 lb. packages. $1.80/lb. Call 357-3612. 11-II Wanted to Buy: 4 or 5 ton winch. Call 654-1964.

11-I For Sale: 332+/- deeded acres surrounded by thousands of acres of BLM and some State land with the Alkali Coulee, Cottonwood Creek and its tributaries. Excellent hunting for Whitetail, Mule deer and upland game birds. Asking $166,000 (253DP6) 406-654-2273. 11-I

We Do It RIGHT the FIRST Time!

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IBERTY LECTRIC 1224 South 5th Avenue E

- Residential - Commercial - Industrial - Bonded & Insured

Malta

654-8002

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Laugh Lines We hope you enjoy this feature in Tricia’s Trader.

This section is filled with fun jokes, pictures, games, stories and trivia.

Send us your submission to 2000 Country Club Road, Turner, MT 59542 or email kimmelkreations@yahoo.com.

. . . AND YET MORE IDIOT SIGHTINGS

I attended a goodbye luncheon for an old and dear co-worker. She was leaving the company due to ‘downsizing’. Our manager commented cheerfully, “This is fun. We should do this more often.” Not another word was spoken. We all just looked at each other with that deer-in-the-headlights stare. ***** I heard of an individual who plugged her power strip back into itself and for the sake of her life, couldn’t understand why her system would not turn on.

And she was a deputy with the Sheriff’s Office, no less.

For Sale: New quality built custom home on approx. 1.7 acres, bordering Hwy 209.

3br/2 bath, lots of extras, 2 car garage. Close to Glacier Park. $5000 allowance for appliances & landscaping. $329,000 offering a $5000 finders fee at closing. Call for brochure.

406-837-5716, cell 406-4714683 or 270-8479. 7-I:12-II For Sale: Quickie 2 Wheelchair (Model Q2-0288323) with honeycomb cushion, removable arm and foot rest.

Folds for easy storage. For information call 406-654-2458, leave a message if no answer.

For Sale: Rollaway bed, king-size. Call 406-353-4250.

For Sale: Cargo Containers.

Wind, water & rodent proof.

Storage, antique cars, feed, salt, household, chemicals, unlimited possibilities. 20 ft $2900.

40 ft $3500. 48 ft $3900. Fisher Seed (406) 357-7333 11-I

E G S E LI LDING I IN U B OV Dan: M 379-2320

RELOCATE YOUR BUILDING! STEVEN R. COLE MASTER ELECTRICIAN CELL: 406-390-6360 PHONE: 406-654-1820 FAX: 406-654-2503 BOX 406 • MALTA, MT 59538

*Commercial *Industrial *Residential Bucket Truck Available.

Fast Service and Competitive Rates.

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Senate – hopefully!

WORDS FROM

WENDY

Authorize Archery Season for Mountain Lion, Bear, and Wolf (HB 74) passed unanimously.

This act would grant the Fish, Wildlife & Parks For Sale: and 1999 Nashua Mobile up areas Commission the discretion to set seasons for archery hunting mountain lion, Home.

16x80, 3 bed/2VIDEbath, O BULL SALE bear, and wolf in archery hunting seasons.

Selling 65 Yearling Bulls Passed the House unanimously.new carpets & flooring.

Call in Chinook, MT Blaine County Fairgrounds

As you know, our very own Wendy Warburton is serving in Helena this Legislative Session representing the people of House District 34. During her hiatus from ‘Tricia’s Trader’, she Authorize Reciprocal Fishing with Adjoining has graciously agreed to send us States on Contiguous Rivers &357-7333.

Streams (HB updates of the happenings in the 366). If this bill becomes law, any person who capitol of this great state. is properly licensed to fish in a state that

Dear Friends and Neighbors, As we get closer to the transmittal deadline at the state legislature, when all the bills that originated in the House pass over to the Senate and vice verse, we are hearing and voting on more and more bills each day in committees and on the House floor.

borders Montana may fish in any part of a lake, reservoir, pond, river, stream, or body of water in Montana within 10 miles of the border, if the bordering state grants the same or similar privileges to holders of valid Montana fishing licenses and enters into a reciprocal agreement with Montana.

Passed 92/7.

Here’s just a quick update of a few interesting bills Authorize investor owned livestock slaughter and that we’ve considered lately. processing plants (HB 418). This bill will pave the way Ban on human reproductive cloning (HB 288). We for a horse processing plant to open in Montana passed it in Judiciary Committee, and then it passed – contributing to the economy and improving the horse market while also providing a humane place on the House floor 93/7. for people to take old, injured, or dangerous horses. I Revise Post Adoptive Services Law (HB 367) passed am a co-sponsor. The hearing for this bill brought the the House 96/4. If enacted, this law will allow private most people I have yet seen come to Helena to testify. adoption agencies to also provide post-adoptive Dozens of proponents came from all over the state counseling and support to birth mothers who have to support this bill, with only a handful opposing it. I relinquished their children for adoption (no cost to will let you know if it makes it out of the Agriculture the state).

Committee.

Montana Firearms Freedom Act – Exempt Montana I’m pleased to report that my House Joint from Commerce Ammunition40-ft. andSchwartz Firearms Made the Interior Department 14, supporting Resolution For Sale: Japanese Mini-Trucks.

For Sale: 1972 Clause (HB 246). This states that a personal firearm, in their recent decision to match gun regulations in 18 inisstock. Starting ammunition that semi-trailer, flip uporoutriggers, a firearm accessory, gun laws of the state they the$4,995. national parks with at manufactured commercially or privately in Montana are in, passed out of the Judiciary Committee and Also, PJ Trailers: flatbeds, carwinch, hydraulic tail, 8.25x15xlt and that remains within the borders of Montana will soon be heard on the House floor. law or federal to federalgood subject is notat haulers, ATV trailers. Call Bass tires 80-90%, paint.regulation, bill, visit www.leg. any on information more For including registration, under the authority of wendywarburton@ To contact me, e-mail 406-538-8709.

11-x #703382 Call Eric at Auction, Passed mt.gov. commerce. regulate interstate Congress to$19,900. second reading on the House floor 64/36 and is gmail.com or call 262-3185. I work for YOU – for (406) 460-2222.

11-II on to the Montana’s future! third reading before moving awaiting

h 28, 2009 Marc11-II

at 1:00 PM Saturday Come early to view the Bulls - Lunch at Noon

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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For Sale: 2008 Kaufman 5th wheel trailer, 30-ft. with spring assist ramps, 25,900 GVW, 235/80x16R 8 tires, sealed wiring, dual speed jack, almost new. #703353 $7500. Call Eric at (406) 460-2222.

11-II For Sale: 2008 Chevy 1-Ton Crew Cab 4x4. Duramax diesel.

Allison auto trans. 9k mi. B&L Mechanics (406) 357-3101.

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For Sale: 2006 F-250 Ford Lariat Super duty crew cab, V-10 4x4. Tow pkg, heated leather seats. 26,000 Hwy miles $26,000. Also 2007 Salem tandem travel trailer. 22’ pull type. Air, awning, queen walk-around bed. Barely used. $11,000. Call 622-5568. 11-I

For Sale: A Nice Xmas Gift for that Man or Boy - 1:18 diecast metal cars/trucks, NIB, well cared-for. Any make & model, from years 1930-1970s. You name it, I have it. Also 15-18 wheeler semis, they have logs, some have horns & lights. Some misc. cars/trucks 1:24 scale too. Call for prices and details, 406-771-1878 or lv. msg. 11-II

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For Sale: ‘86 GMC 47 passenger yellow school bus.

New Chevy 366 engine, runs, good tires, lots of good parts.

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For Sale: 3-phase meat grinder with 200-pound stainless steel hopper, and a band saw for cutting meat. Call 357-3119. 11-I

For Sale: 3500 gal. stainless steel H20 tank, 1 manhole, 1 quick dump, 2 hose connections. Call 262-2511. 10-I:2-II

For Sale: Hi-Qual Buildings. Contact Bass Auction, 538-8709.

10-x Have you ever sworn an oath to uphold the U.S. Constitution? Check out www.OathKeepers.org . 11-x ATTENTION SCRAPBOOK ARTISTS: Mention this ad and get 15% OFF your Creative Memories purchase with Nancy Snider! (406) 379-2343. 11-I For Sale: Prime commercial property on US Hwy 2 in Malta! The Riverside Motel underwent extensive renovation in 2006 and includes 15 units, 18 spaces in a spacious RV hookup area with all services, a 3 bedroom 2 bath home and storage building. Asking $299,900 (210RM6) 406-654-2273. 11-II

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NED THE MAILMAN by Joseph Whitright

Hay For Sale: Medium square, large rounds. Alfalfa/grass mix and Alfalfa.

Call 701-290-3066, 701-5754945 or 406-263-8129. 11-II

BIG BLOWOUT SALE on 4/4 Hardwood shorts: Cherry, Red Oak, Maple, Walnut, & Poplar. $1/board ft. Windsor Plywood (406) 452-1956. 11-I

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For Sale: Just in! 2009 F150 Super Crew 4x4. $30,749.

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406-353-2511 Find us at the south end of Main.

If we don’t have it, we can get it!

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For Sale: Short box Ford tonneau cover w/locks. Originally $1600 new. Asking $350. Excellent shape. Call 353-2213. 8-x

For Sale: Currently Westside Sports & Malta Marine. This business is stocked with hunting and fishing supplies, including firearms, ammunition and fishing/hunting licensing.

Business & Westside Sports inventory only, no real estate.

Asking $165,000 (209MW6) 406-654-2273 11-II For Sale: The original book, Looking Back Again, and the new Looking Back Again, Vol. 2 with stories from along the Hi-Line are available for $20 each plus postage. Contact Eva at 654-1140 or email eva0922@itstriangle.com.

Notice: We offer full estate or individual/private services to include on-site auctions, estate sales, internet sales or cash-on-the-spot for antiques, guns, jewelry, classic cars and more. Visit us at our store,fish net,in Craig,or call and we will arrange for a complimentary consultation. We have over 30 years of experience buying and selling! 770-0013 or 235-9003.

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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT:

by Dorothy Johnson

THE CHOTEAU COUNTY COUNTRY CHRISTMAS

I wish I could say, “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas,” but today, November 10, it’s not – at least not when I look outside and see joggers pass by without jackets on, no white stuff on the ground and the sun is shining. The leaves have fallen and cover the lawn. I guess that means winter is on its way. Christmas is too – at least when you look at the calendar – 44 days until Christmas Eve from today! That means the CHOUTEAU COUNTY COUNTRY CHRISTMAS is right around the corner – December 4-6. By my calculations, that’s just a little over two weeks from when this issue is published so, if you haven’t already done so, mark those dates on your calendar and plan to attend this gala event.

“What is this County Country Christmas thing?” you ask. The answer to that is about as close to an old-fashioned Christmas as one can experience in Montana, or maybe anywhere. As Don Sorenson, owner of the Virgelle Mercantile put it, “It’s like a giant mall where you travel between shops.”

Actually, the “giant mall” is made up of five small communities which I call “mini malls.” Each mini mall has its own activities and events and the businesses, vendors and the local residents are really busy getting ready for “company”. In the early days of this part of the country, homesteaders set out the welcome mat for visitors and hospitality was a given. The same is true for these five communities in Chouteau County: Fort Benton, Loma, Big Sandy, Geraldine and Virgelle. Because each community will be serving delicious foods of all kinds, Don Sorenson compared the culinary part of this celebration to a “progressive dinner” where guests travel from one home to another and sample different dishes from entrees to desserts.

Top that off with shopping and a dance – how can anyone possibly hope to have more fun? I think of an old-fashioned Christmas as one with laughter in the air, people walking with light steps, colored lights twinkling and Christmas music everywhere with big fluffy snowflakes floating to the ground as children press their faces to shop windows in wonderment at all the different toys on display. Some people think you “can’t find a thing” in small town stores. I prefer shopping in them since I have more success finding just what I need. I can find unique items in local stores that are difficult to find anywhere else without spending a lot of time and doing a lot of walking and searching. Case in point: a few years back, I was shopping in a drug store in a small town in North Dakota and what should I find but an item EXACTLY like the souvenir I had just brought back from a trip to Norway. It had been made in Norway too! Shopping in small stores or boutiques can be a real treasure hunt, but I believe the best reason to shop locally is the hospitality. There’s that word again. When you walk into a local shop, whether it’s in your hometown or not, you feel welcome. You’re

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generally greeted with a big smile and a “May I help you?” It’s like being made to feel “at home” when you’re a guest in someone’s home.

I wondered how this idea of having a county-wide Christmas celebration got started. According to an article written for the 2007 event by Jim Griffin, “The Spirit of Chouteau County Christmas,” the idea came up during a conversation among friends gathered around the kitchen table. That was in 2000. “From Loma, Virgelle, and Big Sandy in the northeastern corner, to Geraldine in the south, with Fort Benton serving as center, visitors and residents have three days of scheduled events to satisfy the holiday appetite of the entire family.” Cooperation and hospitality are keys to survival for our small towns that have served as the backbone for the settling of our great state.

Ruth Carlstrom, the Fort Benton Chamber of Commerce Visitor’s Center Director writes, “The Chouteau County Country Christmas is a county-wide Celebration of the Season. Many people, from all around the state, come to take part in the events. It kicks off in the little village of Loma with an old fashioned country dance on Friday night and continues through Sunday on the first weekend of December. Plan to ‘make a whole day of it’ on Saturday as these small towns open their doors in true Montana style.”

Stop at Big Sandy then on to Virgelle and enjoy shopping for antiques in an official ghost town. Continue on to Loma for the Christmas Bazaar and end at Fort Benton. The Bridgeport Station Art and Craft Show can take hours to enjoy these wares with a world-wide flair. The Fort Benton businesses hold “open house” with refreshments and unique merchandise, and the Parade of Lights promises a dazzling array of floats plus lighting of the historic bridge. Santa will greet visitors young and old at the WakeCup Coffee where he’ll hear the requests and dreams of the youngsters. To top it off, there will be refreshments, music and entertainment throughout the day, continuing into the evening with a tour of the Historic Churches and the promise of karaoke at the Club House. Be sure to take in the Country Christmas Bazaar in Geraldine to experience the flavor of this community.

This is the weekend to explore the countryside and enjoy the good warm feelings of the season. Enjoy shopping in these unique community-oriented Montana towns with high quality and creative gifts. You just might find the perfect gift for that special someone on your list, but the real gift will be to yourself for a happy well-spent weekend.

A Bit about Each of the “Mini Malls” Fort Benton Fort Benton was established as a fur trading post 163 years ago – in 1846. When the fur trading business ended, the post was sold to the military in 1865. Fifteen years later the town was established and many of the historic buildings in the town were built during the 1880’s. Fort Benton has been dubbed “the birthplace of Montana,” and is a National Historic Landmark which still has the character of its “steamboat days.” Experience the flavor of an “old-fashioned” Christmas by visiting this special city along the banks of the Missouri River.

Loma

Photo used with permission from: http://www.fortbenton.com/

Loma is a tiny community northeast of Fort Benton at the confluence of the Marias and Missouri Rivers. Lewis & Clark camped here in 1805 and Maria Wood, cousin of Captain Lewis, was honored by having the smaller of the two rivers, the Marias, named after her. Through the 1800’s the site of what was to be Loma several years in the future served as a trading post – first as Fort Peigan then Fort McKenzie. Loma will host its annual Christmas Dance on Friday, December 4.

Saturday, December 5, a Christmas Bazaar and Bake Sale are scheduled with proceeds to go to the Loma Earth Science Museum. The Trash and Treasure Shop will be open both Saturday and Sunday.

Photo used with permission from: http://visitmt. com/categories/city.asp?city=loma

Geraldine

Geraldine, Montana was named after Geraldine Rockerfeller, daughter of William A. Rockerfeller who was the director of the Milwaukee Railroad which ran through the town. The Geraldine Milwaukee Depot, built in 1913, is a great example of the old wooden depots that graced small towns throughout the west at the turn of the 20th century. The building, which sits on its original site, has been preserved as a historical reminder of early railroad days. Geraldine is at the heart of one of the largest wheat producing areas in the state. Plan to attend their Country Christmas Bazaar – Arts & Craft Show at the “Old Auditorium” on Sunday, December 6.

Photo used with permission from: http://russell. visitmt.com/communities/Geraldine.htm

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WINTER CELEBRATION SCHEDULE OF EVENTS December 4, 5, 6, 2009 -Friday, Saturday and Sunday

FORT BENTON Saturday – December 5th 8:00 AM -1:00 PM Santa’s Mall for Children All children, K through 6th Grade are invited to purchase Christmas presents at IOOF Hall, 1112 Front Street, sponsored by Fort Benton Rebekahs #105 8:00 A.M. -1:00P.M. Grandmothers Christmas Mall: 7th, 8th, & 9th graders are invited to purchase New Christmas Gifts at 1712 Front Street (Masonic Hall) from $1 - $5. Wonderful Door Prizes.

OPEN HOUSE AT FORT BENTON BUSINESSES Visit the local businesses.

Many participating merchants are offering in-store specials, drawings & refreshments.

NEW Special Winter Celebration Discount Buttons designed by Brian Morger are available. These $5 Buttons offer the buyer discounts from Dec. 1, to Dec. 24 at participating Chamber of Commerce businesses. Buttons are available at Benton Pharmacy, Expedition Pizza, WakeCup Coffee House, Riverview Greenhouse Riverview Greenhouse Open House • Refreshments, Drawing, & Free Calendars • Beautiful Selection of Poinsettias Benton Pharmacy Come in to see what’s new!

• 10% off Christmas purchases • make a Christmas Ornament 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Shonkin Woman’s Club at Brother Vans’ 1714 Front St. • Bake Sale, Pies, & Crafts • Dollar Store and Bargain Store 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Bridgeport Station – Arts & Crafts Show at the Montana Agricultural Center, 1205 20th St. • Lunch Available • Entertainment • Santa from 2:00 – 3:00 Parents bring your camera.

Throughout the day Navigate the Charm Trail Many new charms as well as “new watch charm bracelets” are available for purchase at participating businesses. Pick up a map, buy the bracelet or “my glass hoops”, and see how many charms you can collect during your day in Fort Benton. Buy 8 charms and receive one free-available at RJ’s Toggery.

Special Feature 10:00 to 4:00 Saturday Buy a raffle ticket to win 6-piece wine set including “my hoops” with local charms at Bridgeport Station. Watch Charms $6 during Bridgeport only.

Guest Houses Hold Open House Sat. 10:00 to 4:00 Stop by to visit & pick up their charms • Franklin Street House, 1105 Franklin • Emily’s Vacation Cottage, 806 Franklin • River Side Guest House, 415 River • Rising Sun Guest House, 709 Main 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Grand Union Open House.

• Union Gift Shop will be open.

• Santa will visit. Bring your cameras.

11:30 AM – 3:30 PM Music during the day in: • Grand Union • WakeCup Coffee House • Bridgeport Station • Riverview Greenhouse PARADE OF LIGHTS 4:30 Hot Chocolate & Hot Cider served at the Old Bridge by the Fort Benton Chamber of Commerce 5:00 P.M. Lighting Up the Bridge followed immediately by the Parade of Lights – Along Front Street (Line up at City Hall at 4:30 PM) 5:00 P.M. River Torch Tribute Luminaries, Sponsored by Chouteau County Cancer Support Group. Lighting will begin at the bridge and proceed toward Sunrise Bluffs.

If you would like to donate by purchasing a bag please contact Deb at 622-6173.

2:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. A Taste of Chocolate Masonic Temple, 1712 Front St. Delicious Chocolate Baked Goods Pies, Candy, Cakes & More SEES Candy 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. Fort Benton “Christmas Church Tour” Sponsored by the Bethany Chapter #42 Order of the Eastern Star. Tour starts at the Masonic Hall with the purchase of “Church Tour” ticket $2. After the tour return for Hot Cocoa and a chance to purchase chocolate “Goodies”.

6:00 PM -8:00 PM Santa will be at WakeCup Coffee after the Parade Community Bible Church Live Nativity Scene. Please visit the church at 1600 Main

Street to view.

8:00 PM The Club House, Karaoke with Dennis McSweeney GERALDINE Country Christmas Bazaar Sunday – December 6th 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Country Christmas Bazaar Arts & Crafts Show at the “Old” Auditorium – Featuring a wide variety of Arts and Crafts, Indian Tacos and fun for all ages. A silent auction will take place throughout the day on Center Pieces that will be decorated by local businesses and groups. Santa will arrive at 1:00 PM. Bring your camera.

The Holiday Shoppe M-F 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., Sat. 11:00 to 5:30 p.m., Sun. 10:00 to 4:00 p.m.

10:00 – 4:00 P.M. Sun.: Open House at Ludeman’s Country Market LOMA Friday, December 4 8:00 PM – 1:00 AM White Christmas Dance Sponsored by Loma Memorial Hall.

An evening of dancing to the local band “October Frost”, games, prizes, drinks. $10 for adults, $5 for students and 12 yrs. and younger FREE. Saturday, December 5 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Village of Loma Country Christmas Bazaar at the Earth Science Museum. Featuring crafts and a community bake sale. Proceeds from the Bazaar support the Loma Earth Science Museum. The Museum will be open for viewing.

9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Sat. & Sun. The Trash and Treasure Shop will offer antiques from the past & collectables from the ‘30s to the ‘80s.

VIRGELLE Saturday & Sunday – December 5th & 6th Virgelle Merc. Antiques Presents “A Real Country Christmas at a Real Country Store” 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Daily Celebrate the season at Virgelle, MT, a Ghost Town along the Wild & Scenic Missouri River. Come see the old ghost town of Virgelle all dressed up for the season. Refreshmenta will be served beside the old cook stove in the kitchen. Featuring a variety of antiques and collectibles at special prices, works by various artisans, baked goods, and a silent auction of items throughout the town.

Take the short drive to Virgelle and see for yourself what everyone has been talking about. Driving Directions: Located 8 miles off U.S. Highway 87 between Great Falls and Havre, MT. From Great Falls/Fort Benton, MT: Take HWY 87 North, continue through the town of Loma. 12 miles past Loma, and after passing mile post 66, take the next gravel road to your right. There are 2 signs at this turnoff. Our sign says: MISSOURI RIVER CANOE CO. 8 miles. The Bureau of Land Management also has a sign for directions to Coal Banks Landing. Follow this gravel road to the river bottom, when you pass through a concrete underpass go right 1/8 mile to Virgelle. (1 and ½ hours travel time) From Havre, MT: Take HWY 87 and go South, toward Great Falls. After passing through Big Sandy, continue about 7 miles and look for the HWY sign to Virgelle. Turn left and travel 8 miles on a gravel road to Virgelle. (1 hour travel time.)

Big Sandy Join us for a spectacular shopping experience!

Saturday, December 5th Only 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM Start your morning at the Bear Paw Coffee Shop & Deli, 3 blocks east up main street in Big Sandy, with a delicious hot latte, coffee, hot chocolate or steamer and something sweet to stay or to go. Plan to treat yourself to a lunch break at the Deli.

Kandi is preparing her famous cream of tomato and baked potato soups along with a menu of salads and sandwiches to meet your needs. Don’t leave without pampering yourself to an early edible Christmas gift just for you! Big Sandy Kwik Stop is more than just a convenience store. We have a full breakfast and lunch menu. Open 7 to 2 on Saturday and Sunday. Stop in and check us out.

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM 40+ Crafters will be on hand with their art for your shopping pleasure. Entertainment and refreshments for the children while you shop. All this takes place at the Jerry Martin Memorial Hall.

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Leona’s will have Homemade Noodles, Jams & Jellies, along with Farley’s dollies.

9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Senior Citizen’s Center will be offering a Spaghetti Lunch, with bread sticks, salad and dessert. Baked goods and craft items will be available.

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Big Sandy

Big Sandy gets its name from a creek near town that the Indians called Un-esputchs-eka which translates from the Blackfeet language as “Big Sandy Creek.”

Big Sandy has quite a history of being an “Old West Town.” Charlie Russell worked on a ranch near here and the town and the surrounding area has been the setting for Photo used with permission from: http://russell. several literary works. The beginnings of visitmt.com/communities/bigsandy.htm the town go back to 1886 when a saloon was set up in a tent. The next year Big Sandy had two depots, a warehouse, a boxcar for railroad employees to live in and nine saloons. All the saloons except for the Log Cabin were in tents. The first hotel, the Spokane Hotel, was built in 1889 and, by 1912, Big Sandy was a homesteader’s boom town.

Saturday, December 5, proves to be a day full of activity and food. Big Sandy folks welcome visitors all year long, but this weekend of the Chouteau County Country Christmas is a very special time to visit this community and the residents are preparing to show everyone a great time.

Virgelle

Virgelle was founded in 1912 by Virgil and Ethel Blankenbaker. The Great Northen Railroad went right by the town so it was hoped that the town would become an important commercial center and shipping point for the homesteader. At one time the town had a general store, a grain elevator, a bank, a school and a post office. Now, it’s a ghost town. Homesteaders soon found out that eking a living on 320 acres in the harsh Montana climate – dry, windy summers and bitterly cold winters – was next to imPhoto used with permission from: http://www. possible so they left. virgellemontana.com/ChristmasSaleImages.htm What is there now? There’s the Virgelle Mercantile and the old bank. Owned and operated by Don Sorenson, this business has brought “life” back to the old ghost town. The “Merc” is a successful antique business and the upstairs has been made into Bed and Breakfast rooms. The Sorensons have “dressed up” the old ghost town for the Christmas Season and have many special items for sale in their old store building reminiscent of years gone by.

Overnight accommodations are available in Fort Benton and Big Sandy. For more information, visit www.FortBenton.com/coxmas/ or call 1–800-426-2926. ENJOY WESTERN HOSPITALITY AT ITS FINEST! HAPPY THANKSGIVING AND MERRY CHRISTMAS!

YOUR “COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT” IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE COMMUNITYMINDED BUSINESSES WHO SPONSOR THESE PAGES. Be sure to thank them by showing your support through patronage of their business.

And tell your friends too!

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DON’T FORGET . . . PPND “Newell’s Syndrome” DONATION DRIVE IT MAY AFFECT SOMEONE YOU KNOW. November 1 - December 31, 2009

Victims of PPND often begin to experience symptoms similar to Parkinsons and Alzheimers in their early 40s, and generally succumb to the disease by the age of about 50. The disease is a rare genetic disorder affecting only a few families in the world, and is always fatal. One of the original family members to suffer from PPND, Chester Newell made his home in northcentral Montana during the homesteading period, and many of his descendants still reside there. During “Chet’s” generation not much was known about this mysterious illness.

We are urging our readers to make a charitable contribution to either of the funds below for support of research for a cure of PPND “Newell’s Syndrome” as featured in our November 4th Community Spotlight. All of the profits from the sponsorships on those pages and all upcoming update sections will go to funding research for PPND. Visit our website at kimmel-kreations.com to read that special story about the families afflicted here in our Montana reading area.

If you wish to help this family’s quest to find a cure, Marla Phillips, the spouse of a deceased family member, has set up a non-profit research fund. The money in this fund is used to cover research trips to the Mayo Clinics in Rochester, Minnesota and Jacksonville, Florida. You may send your contribution on behalf of someone you know affected by PPND.

PPND Research Account c/o Marla Phillips P.O. Box 11596 Glendale, AZ 85318

Or you may send your contribution to the research center in Great Falls, Montana.

Donations to this organization will aid in research of ALL neurological disorders, though the funds will not be specified solely for PPND research. The scientists there focus on neuroscience research with programs in Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, prion diseases (mad cow disease, chronic wasting disease and Creutzfeld-Jakob disease), diabetes, epilepsy, heart disease, hearing loss, and Parkinson’s disease. In addition, they have a strong education program where Montana’s finest students and teachers work on research projects under the direction of McLaughlin scientists, one of which is being conducted by Miranda Orr, originally of Saco, Montana and her mentor, Dr. George Carlson. Visit their website at http://www.montana. edu/wwwmri/index.html

McLaughlin Research Institute 1520 23rd St. So. Great Falls, MT 59405 A note from the publisher:

Support of research into “Newell’s Sydrome” or PPND is a cause that’s very important to many “PPND not only shatters the families in our northcentral Montana area. As a child lives of families and friends but growing up in Chinook, I heard of “young” folks in also robs communities of people their 40s and 50s who passed away in our local nursing in the prime of their lives. These home from it, and I listened to the adults talk about people have been involved in the the disease with confusion and sadness. But I didn’t their local organizations, schools really understand what it was until I moved to the and churches. The cycle of this Big Flat community. Members of this community, as disease will continue until a cure well as in several hi-line communities across the state, watch as dear friends lose their most beloved spouses is found” and family members to this dreadful illness. They feel ~Amy Hutton the desperation of watching them suffer, powerless to friend/neighbor stop it – and not knowing who will be next.

From my understanding of the material I’ve We first noticed Jennilee had the read, it seems that research into PPND could provide disease when she would respond keys to breakthroughs in Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s to an ambulance call. The task and possibly other neurological diseases as well. was second nature to her but her Research and testing being done with PPND patients speech wasn’t there. She wasn’t could open many other doors.

As a neighbor and a friend, there isn’t much talking like she used to. She was a I can do to help, but this is one small way that we all fantastic crew member for our local can help. I strongly urge you to remember this family EMS service and it was a huge loss during your charitable giving efforts this holiday to our community when she had season or any season. Current PPND research seems to quit due to the advance of the to be on the edge of many important breakthroughs. disease.

Let’s help make it happen.

Please take a moment to send a charitable ~Susan Fox neighbor/friend/fellow EMT contribution in honor of someone you know who has been affected directly or indirectly by “Newell’s Syndrome”. It’s likely there is someone in your community.

~Tricia Kimmel

FUNDS RAISED TO DATE:

$1,310 RESEARCHING A CURE

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Affordable Western and Wildlife Artwork, Custom Framing & Matting, Special Orders Available, Layaway Available, Two Convenient Locations; Big Sky Images & Collectibles, Havre Holiday Village Mall, 406-788-7210, Great Falls Holiday Village Mall, 406-727-6806. x

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For Sale: 1987 Lincoln Signature Series. Leather. New battery, alternator, tires, muffler. Looks & runs good. Clean. $1075 OBO. 1990 Mercury Cougar LS V-6. All pwr. Electric sunroof. New battery.

Looks & runs good. Clean. $1275 OBO. Call (406)2773811 or 277-3804. 11-II

Will do ROUND BALING with net wrap, HAY HAULING, & LAND LEVELING. Call (406) 357-4710 or 2624719. Wade Pursley. 10-II For Sale: 4 yearling Thargee bucks. Call 406-3574179 for more info., evenings. Leave message. 11-II For Sale: Antique dining room table, 6 chairs and 2 leaves, 2 matching buffets, whole set $500. Mens mtn bike, excellent shape, $195. 2 decorative arched mirrors, $80 pair. 2 canvas pastel paintings $75. Oak bookcase headboard for twin bed, beautiful condition, $50.

Call Rita 357-2835.

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Bullhook Bottoms Sports Bar & Casino 415 1st St. West • Havre, MT 59501 • 262-9283

20 Gaming Machines

109 1st St. W Havre, MT 59501 (406) 265-4393

DAILY HAPPY HOUR:

5:30 - 6:30

Open Daily: 10 - 2

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

Mon - Fri: 7:30 - 6 Sat: 8 - 5 • Sun: Noon - 4

For Sale: IH 544 Hydro Tractor. 54 HP, 4 cyl gas engine, hi-lo hydrostatic trans., 3-pt hitch, PTO, Westendorf loader. (406) 465-0551.

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Prime Montana

PROPERTIES FOR SALE Price Reduced $1,775,000!

Locally Owned

NORTH CENTRAL AUTO PARTS

HAVRE AUTO CARE CENTERS: Check out our monthly * Bergren Transmission & Auto Care * * G&B Toyota * 265-2205 265-7703 specials!

NW McCone County River Ranch +/- 9920 TOTAL ACRES, +/- 4400 DEEDED Acres, +/- 512 acres cultivated with irrigation rights for +/- 490 acres, 40x60 Butler building, good water, unbelievable hunting, trophy whitetail & mule deer, antelope, pheasants, grouse, turkeys and occasional elk. Fish the Missouri or Fort Peck Lake. 50% of mineral rights held transfer.

Dawson County Pleasant Views

Price Reduced $895,000!

+/- 2800 Total Deeded Acres, NO BUILDINGS - Minutes from Glendive, Multiple Grain and Livestock markets available. Excellent access. Lots of water, wildlife habitat, +/- 1073.5 cropland currently in Grass & Alfalfa.

100% of mineral rights held transfer.

Sweet Grass County Stone House Ranch

$560,000

+/- 400 acres minutes from I-90 & Yellowstone River fishing access site, powerful spring supplies water for buildings, livestock and irrigation, mineral rights transfer, historic stone house & outbuildings, great views of the Beartooth Mountains, county road access, deer, antelope, elk and game birds, +/- 159.5 tame hay, +/- 1 hour from Billings. Approximately 6.5 Miles North of Reed Point, MT. Possible contract for deed to qualified buyers.

McCone County Gentleman’s Ranch +/- 177.94 acres approximately 20 minutes from Circle, Montana. State Highway 13 with 1 mile of private gravel road provides access. +/- 7200 square feet of cold storage space is provided by two Butler buildings with cement floors.

The property has a mobile home site with power, well, septic and telephone service in place. A barnyard with 2 livestock shelters is part of this package. Mail and school bus service is available at the highway. If you are looking for country living with room to have livestock and space to have home based businesses don’t miss this opportunity.

$175,000

CheCk us out online!

www.montanalandauctions.com

For more information or to make a physical inspection of the property,please contact: Russell Pederson, Broker

(406) 939-2501

PO Box 200, Hobson, MT 59452

The information provided herein was gathered from sources deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the Sellers or their agents. Prospective Buyers should verify all information and inspect the property to their full satisfaction before making any offers to purchase the said property.

www.montanalandauctions.com

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For Sale by Owner: 3 bed/2 bath home, 908 New York St., Chinook. Central air, many updates, new appliances. 3car garage, large landscaped yard on 3 city lots, screen house & koi pond, camp trailer hookup. Great location near schools, park, pool. $89,900. Call 406-357-2070.

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For Sale: Collection of Hallmark ornaments from the 1980s & 90s, still in orig boxes.

Also, come check out our cool collection of “floaty” pens!

Walk-In Cubpoard, located inside Hitching Post Pizza, Main Street, Harlem. Call (406)3534777 or 2762.

11-I For Sale: 1966 GMC pickup.

Runs. $450. Call (406) 9453836.

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HUNTERS: When you want quality, call Judith River Taxidermy. Dave Sanders. (406) 538-9585 or 366-9039.

For Sale: Reg. Old English Bulldogge puppies. $800.

4 male, 4 female. Email kgard64@gmail.com or call 654-1822. 11-II

Blaine County Health Department 357-2345

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FROM THE MARKETING TOOLBOX:

by Tricia Kimmel

Keep Your Eye on the Target

This hunting season and the subsequent holiday season started me thinking this year - how many businesses rely on “seasons” to boost their sales? I’ve read that even during this down economy, many businesses still are drawing about 50% of their entire year’s revenue from holiday sales. That’s pretty obvious when you consider how early the Christmas retail season seems to begin these days. However, I’m not entirely convinced that selling for Christmas at the end of September is the answer to growing a business, recession or not.

For successful steady growth of a business, don’t forget that what you do in the “off” season is just as important, and maybe more so, than what you do to build up the anticipation before a major event like Christmas. Things like customer service and value can literally make or break you. Anyone can make a sale based on convenience and price. But if your customer has a bad experience with you, your help or your product, you’re sunk for next year and every year after.

And come January, realize the importance of being front of mind to your clients/customers. January and February are not the times to cut back on your advertising and marketing. While it’s true sales are generally slower in those months (depending on the business you’re in), there are NEW! Subscribe to our still folks out there shopping, FREE marketing e-newsletter at even if the amount isn’t as great. www.Kimmel-Kreations.com.

After all, people need something Get great tips like the ones in to do in what I call the “Post“Marketing Toolbox” plus more Holiday Crash” period. Will great ideas every week! they be shopping with you? You send just as powerful a message

by NOT advertising, as you do when you DO advertise. This is just as true after the holidays as it is in a recession. Subliminally, that message is that you aren’t open for any more business.

You may have a marketing plan in place. Stick to it, and the payoff will be great in the long-term.

Are you unsure of how to market your business? Do you run out of time to market because you’re too busy running your business? Kimmel Kreations, LLC offers customized “Marketing Modules” to lead you through the marketing maze. We are the solution you need. 406.379.2377

For Sale: You can afford a dream home in a dream community! Great schools, clinic, small town hospitality, just 20 min. from Havre, easy drive to mtn & lake fun. Your kids can play outside & feel safe. Call to tour properties from $75K$200K+ in Chinook. Bear Paw Montana Realty - www. bearpawmontanarealty.com (406)357-2111 11-I

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Kessel Construction: We specialize in large steel building construction. Riding Arenas, Machine Storage, Insulated Work Shops, Hangars. American Scafco Grain Bins sales & service. 406-357-2475.

Wanted: Generator transfer switch, manual, 100-200 amp.

Call (406) 262-5008.

11-II Christmas Photo Cards: Get an early start, beat the Christmas madness! Order from the comfort of home, shipped to your door. Photobooks, Fuji photo prints and more. Visit www. kimmel-kreations.com or call 406-379-2377. 11-I:12-I Need Tires? We Carry All Major Brands. Pehrson’s Firestone.

Call 357-2570 or 357-3305.

For Sale: Collection of Hallmark ornaments from the 1980s & 90s, still in orig boxes. Also, come check out our cool collection of “floaty” pens! Walk-In Cubpoard, located inside Hitching Post Pizza, Main Street, Harlem. Call (406)353-4777 or 2762.

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265-3342 720 1st Street West Havre, MT 59501

Pawn, Loan and Check Cashing Firearms • Saddles • Beadwork • Tools Pow Wow Music • Electronics • Games For Sale: Alaskan Malemute/ Siberian Husky cross pups and Shih Tsu puppies, vaccinated and dewormed. Also Snowshoe Siamese kittens. Call (406) 673-3175 11-II

ROBERT FLOREA IAL RESIDENT IAN ELECTRIC

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Reasonable Reliable Insured License #8829

8969 Hwy #2 N.E. Havre, MT 59501

For Sale: Earthtone colored floral pattern couch. Also, electric dryer, but needs dryer cord. In perfect condition. Call 654-2193. 11-II

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Chinook’s 23rd Annual Parade of Lights & Christmas Stroll Friday, November 27th, 2009 Schedule of Events 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Stroll Main Street Chinook and listen to Christmas Music.

1:00 to 6:00 p.m. - Blaine County Museum Open 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. - Pictures with Santa at Wells Fargo Bank 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. - Wildlife Museum Open 4:00 p.m. - VeggieTales Movie - St. Nicholas, A Story of Joyful Giving sponsored by the Chinook Assembly of God Church at the Faith Building (Free 45 min. movie) 5:30 - Line up for Parade in front of Meadowlark School 6:00 p.m. - Parade of Lights 7:00 p.m. - “Celebrating the Light of Christmas” with Music & a Short Drama at the Chinook Alliance Church Anyone interested in becoming a vendor, contact Jennifer Hellman at 357-2023 or visit www.ChinookMontana.com to sign up for a booth.

You won’t want to miss this festive event.

Kick off your holiday shopping with creative creations from our many vendors!

Call Nancy at 357-3333 for more information.

Tired of the cold? Mesquite/ Las Vegas, NV Homes, Condos, 1-Acre RV Lots/Pads with water & power. Terms avail. Licensed in NV & AZ. C Steyee, Roadrunner Realty 702-497-9107 cslvcowboy@yahoo.com. x

SANTA’s TOYLAND

Enter your ATV, Lawn mower or any other motorized small vehicle - dressed as a “TOY” for your chance to win! To sign up or for more information, go to www.chinookmontana.com.

Designed by Montana Grafix - www.MontanaGrafix.com © 2009

Wanted to Buy: Car batteries and tractor batteries, will pick up. Call 654-1964. 10-II:12-I For Sale: 1968 Kenworth with 1978 Cummins engine, tandem, long wheel base, 30 ton cyl hoist, no box. Will take up to 24’ box. Would trade for clean, nice camper or would buy 22-24’ truck bed. Call 727-3456. 11-I Wanted: Canary Call 353-4250.

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Dr. Larry G. Obie

OptOmetrist Chinook Medical Center 406-357-3740

Call us for your vision care needs.

State Farm® Providing Insurance and Financial Services Home Office, Bloomington, Illinois 61710

Thom MacLean, Agent 425 Indiana Chinook, MT 59523 Bus: 406-357-3198 thom@thommaclean.com

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Family Vision Care Contact Lenses Full Service Optical Cataract Evaluation Glaucoma Treatment Laser Surgery Pre-Post Care

New Patients Welcome!

P045151 4/04

Great Gift Idea: Try a Photobook from Kimmel Kreations.

Visit our website and click on PhotoBooks. Hard cover or Soft cover, as many pages as you like. Simple and easy to order. Or capture those special memories that are stored on your camera. Call and let us help you! 379-2377. 11-x HomeBuyers: Ask us about the first time home owner’s (haven’t owned a home for at least 3-yrs) tax credit up to $8000 or the current home owner’s tax credit up to $6500. Purchase must be in effect on or before April 30, 2010. Call Bear Paw Montana Realty--Office 357-2111, 945-5655 or 799-5326. 11-II

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For Sale: 21 ft. boat, SeaRay. Cabin, inboard Chevy V8 outboard Merc., lots of extras including Minnetonka twin screw trolling motor and tandem axle trailer. Call 525-3213. 11-II Sassy Seconds downtown Malta is now offering vinyl wall decor and gifts. We have a wide variety of great gift ideas for the holidays. Choose one of our pre-designed sayings or create your own. We have a wide variety of Salt City Candle fall and winter scents in stock. If you don’t know what to get that special person, a gift certificate fits everyone. Stop by today and see whats new and don’t be the one to say “I should have bought it when I saw it.” 11-II

CPR Saves Lives! Certified Am. Heart Assoc. CPR/First Aid Instructor will do classes for anyone needing certification, including bus drivers, day care providers, etc. Call 379-2520. x Get Your GED! Adult Basic Education classes and GED testing at Fort Belknap College, 406-353-2607 ext. 238. 6-x Attention: Unique and different Fundraising services and products. Owned and operated on the Hi-Line. 406-265-2250. www.funtreasures.net. 5-I:4-II Virgelle Merc. Antiques presents a “Real Country Christmas at a Real Country Store” Sat. & Sun., Dec. 5 & 6. 9am-5pm. AntiquesArt-Collectibles. Phone 800426-2926 or 406-378-3110. www.VirgelleMontana.com Celebrate the Season at Virgelle, Montana.

11-II For Sale: Tonneau cover for ‘04 longbed Chev. Rollup type, near new, $250 obo.

Also K&N filter system for ‘04 6.0 GM. $150 obo. Call 262-7030 or 765-7328. 11-II

WOODY ISLAND TAXIDERMY Specializing in: Big Game Heads Life Size Mounts and Rugs European Mounts

190 2nd Ave. W. Turner, MT 59542

406-379-2611

BRING YOUR TROPHY TO THE EXPERTS THIS SEASON!

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We Have A Large Selection of Brand Name Knives! Ruana, Schrade Oldtimer’s & Uncle Henry’s (USA) Western (Boulder, CO), Case, Buck Queen Steel, Kershaw.

We Buy Ruana, Schrade, and Western knives. Knife and Scissor Sharpening Also Available. Sweet Grass & Sage (including aromatherapy spray and lotions), Montana Emu Products avail., Pelts & Furs. Big Sky Images & Collectibles, Havre Holiday Village Mall, 406-788-7210.

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Notice: Virgelle Merc. Antiques presents a “Real Country Christmas” at a “Real Country Store”, Saturday & Sunday, Dec. 5th & 6th, 9am-5pm. Antiques, Art, Collectibles. Phone 800-426-2926 or 406-3783110. www.VirgelleMontana. com. Celebrate the season at Virgelle, Montana.

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For Sale: 1977 3/4 ton heavy For Sale: Adult female Chiduty Dodge pickup. Four-door, huahuas. 3-6 years, $125.00. automatic trans., 400 engine, Call 355-4310. No breeders!

37,000 miles, runs well! Make All messages answered. 11-II an offer! Call 654-1964. 11-I

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Ready for a Remodel? Looking to Build a NEW Home?

Family owned business w/ 22 yrs exper. Timber & Log, Framing, Stairs, Tile, Excavation, Custom Interior Pkgs. Lone Wolfs Building & Remodeling.

Will travel & work in any area.

(406) 522-5419.

11-I For Sale: Cafe style square pedestal tables, $20-25 each.

Variety of good used exercise equipment. Call for info & prices. Loma, 739-4361.

11-II For Sale: Reduced price on commercial space, 480 sq. ft., downtown Malta location w/ large garage type door. For information and viewing, call Sharon Wombold at Missouri River Realty 406-654-2273. 10-I(x) Wanted: Used oil. Call 406262-5008.

11-I For Sale: These Need to Go! Nichols Sweeps $15 - $18.75 each. Add’l sweeps 10% over dealer cost (stock on hand).

Cash & carry. While Supplies last. North State Inc., Harlem Supply, 102 Central Ave. W., Harlem. (406) 353-2262. 11-I

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