VOLUME 100
ISSUE 31
TIMES
FALLON County
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COUNTRY NIGHTS AND CARNIVAL LIGHTS will energize the Fallon County Fair By Sherry Vogel The highlight of the entire summer is the Fallon County Fair and rodeo in Baker, Montana. This five-day event, Wednesday through Sunday, August 17-21, will feature exhibits, livestock, a parade, carnival rides, free daily entertainment, commercial displays, food vendors, a demolition derby, rodeos and nightly entertainment. Horse and trail classes will kick-off fair activities Wednesday morning followed by llamas and alpacas. The goat trial, cat and dog shows will be held in the afternoon. Livestock judging will continue Thursday and Friday with the 4-H/FFA Market Beef Show Friday evening. The 4-H/FFA Livestock Sale is scheduled for Saturday at 4:30 p.m. in the afternoon. Family friendly amusement will be provided by Funtime Carnival Thursday through Sunday. A variety of spinning rides, skill defying games and tantalizing carnival food will be offered on the midway. Snails and Tails Utah, an entertaining, educational and interactive reptile show will kick off the entertainment Thursday evening. Fairgoers will be able to get a close up look at a variety of snakes, alligators, turtles, etc. Some lucky volunteers may even have the chance to interact with the animals. The animated country-rock band Jagertown will be playing on the fairgrounds patio this year. Shortly after joining the scene with the release of their self-titled album “Jagertown” and selling thousands of CDs within weeks, Jagertown gained traction and started opening for several major country headliners across the west. They will provide dancers a chance to kick off their boots and have fun each Thursday through Saturday night. The cowboys and cowgirls get into action Friday morning as the steer roping competition gets underway at 8:00 a.m. That evening, at 6:00 p.m., will be a new attraction to the Fallon County Fair. An Indian Relay Race will take place on the track in front of the grandstands. Witness the Indian Warriors Race as they defy fear and gravity, racing at neck breaking speeds around the track. Each rider will switch horses three different times during the race. The winner is the first team across the finish line on the final horse. Additional heats will include a womens race and a kids relay race. Teams from various tribes from across the region will compete to rack up points to further themselves as they vie to move on to the National Finals in Billings in September. If you miss this exciting event don’t fear, because the race will take place again at the start of each PCRA rodeo on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, beginning at 12:30 p.m., for a 30-minute show. That’s right, dust off your hats and pull on your boots for PRCA rodeo action Saturday and Sunday afternoons beginning at 1:30 p.m., following the races. The afternoon will heat up as the rough stock, cowboys and cowgirls provide an afternoon of tough and exciting competition. Saturday’s festivities kick off when the streets of Baker are the backdrops for the best Fair Parade in Fallon County. This morning event starts at 11 a.m. After the parade, head back out to the fairgrounds, grab a bite to eat before the Indian Relay Races begin at 12:30 p.m.
Eli Young Band will perform for one concert at the Fallon County Fair Saturday, August 20 at 8 p.m. Submitted Photo Pippi the Clown, a brightly dressed joker with a cartful of surprises will provide daily entertainment to the young and young at heart. Pippi, (Jean Thomas) based out of Red Lodge, has toured the world but is thrilled to “clown around” at local fairs and festivals. She is an accomplished balloon artist and incredible face painter and brings great joy to children. There is always a good dose of free entertainment for the family at the fair. This year Double Vision Magic will make people laugh and marvel at the wonders of comedy magic. Identical twins Mitchell and Michael provide professional, unique and clean comedy magic. Six Appeal is a world-class vocal ensemble infused with impeccable comedic timing and the energy and vitality of a rock band. The award winning vocal band takes you on a journey that spans decades of music, performing classic oldies, current chart toppers and catchy original tunes - completely a cappella. Despite their cheeky group name, the antics of these six young gentlemen provide a good-natured atmosphere for their electrifying performance. The Freckle Farm Pony Rides and Petting Zoo promise to thrill the pint sized fair-goers as they try their hand at riding the range and have an opportunity to get close up with farm animals. Dominating the entertainment scene Saturday night is the Eli Young Band. They will galvanize the stage for one concert only, Saturday, August 20, beginning at 8 p.m. This Academy
of Country Music Award winning foursome will light up the star studded summer evening with a contemporary country music sound. The Texas country band entered the country music scene in 2008 with their debut album “Jet Black and Jealous” which premiered their first hit, “Always the Love Songs”. They went on to win the Country Music Academy’s Song of the Year with “Crazy Girl”, which they released in 2011. This double platinum single became the number one most played country song of the year on Billboard’s 2011 year end chart. Their second number one single was certified platinum and was titled “Even If It Breaks Your Heart”. Their very popular recent number one hit “Drunk Last Night” resonated with fans and sold out arenas and stadiums nationwide. Eli Young Band members, Mike Eli, James Young, Jon Jones and Chris Thompson have developed a camaraderie and creativity that has fused them into an intoxicating cocktail of entertainment. The final day of the fair begins at 10 a.m. Sunday with a nondenominational church service held in the grandstand next to the outdoor arena. The Cowboy Church service draws area folk together as they worship while singing old favorite hymns and praises. It isn’t unusual for the preaching to be done on horseback. The grand finale of the weekend is the Sunday evening Baker Wrestling Club Demolition Derby at 6 p.m. Be thrilled as daring SEE FALLON COUNTY FAIR, PAGE 4
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Kids & pets get last minute instructions before the Kids Crazy Day Parade on July 22. Photo By Sherry Vogel
Fun and bargains at CrAzY DAyS By Sherry Vogel The Baker Chamber of Commerce hosted two Crazy Days on July 23 and 24 in downtown Baker. This gave Baker business customers a chance to enjoy a day of fun downtown. Many businesses had in-store specials and sidewalk bargains throughout both days. Friday morning began with a kid’s bike and pet parade which wound through Main Street at 10:30 a.m. After the parade the kids were treated to ice cream treats courtesy of Reynolds’s
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Market. A sidewalk cafe, set-up in front of Russell’s Clothing, served tacos-in-a bag and hot dogs at noon. Proceeds from these sales will benefit 2017 July 4th fireworks fund. Throughout the afternoon the Bank of Baker served free delicious root beer floats to the public. Merchants didn’t dress as crazy as in days past, but a few enjoyed dressing up to add to the festivities of the day.
By Sherry Vogel The time was 7:45 a.m., the date December 7th 1941. Cornelia Fort, a 22 yr. old female pilot instructor was conducting a civilian training flight in the airspace over Pearl Harbor. She saw a military airplane flying directly toward her and swiftly grabbed the controls from her student to pull up over the oncoming craft. It was then she saw the rising sun insignia on the wings. Within moments, she saw billows of black smoke coming from Pearl Harbor and bombers flying in. She quickly landed the plane at John Rodgers civilian airport near the mouth of Pearl Harbor. The pursuing Zero strafed her plane and the runaway as she and her student ran for cover. She ran into the fixed base operation, FBO reporting that “we are under attack from Japan”. She wasn’t immediately taken seriously until another male employee ran in reporting that the airport manager had just been killed. The INTERSTATE CADET N37266 plane which Miss Fort, the first US pilot to encounter the Japanese air fleet during the attack on Pearl Harbor was flying that infamous day, landed at the Baker Airport the morning of July 22. The plane landed to fuel at 7 a.m., took off and then relanded forty–five minutes later, due to low clouds and fog. The historic plane flown into Baker by Pilot Greg Anders and his daughter, Pilot Alison Anders, was enroute to the world’s largest airshow. The “Air Venture 2016,” sponsored by the Experimental Aircraft Association, EAA is held annually, every July, in Oshkosh, WI. General Greg Anders, piloting the craft, is the son of Apollo SEE AIRPLANE, PAGE 9
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FILES OF THE TIMES 10 YEARS AGO Friday, August 4, 2006 -- The Baker Plainsman Search and Rescue team participated in the recovery of two drowning victims July 25 at Bowman Haley Dam. Responding to the call were Darold Brown, Brock Collins, Joe Janz, Ed Jones, and Pastor Danny Winter. . . Four full days of entertainment have been planned for everyone at the 2006 Fallon County Fair Aug. 17-20. . . Neil and Sheila O’Connor announce they have sold the Baker Club to Wendy Wagner. . . Tom Barth of Baker is pictured with an 11 lb. 33 inch long Northern he caught while fishing just off the shore of Baker Lake behind the home of Wayne and Gaye Sander, July 4. . . Arlene Bolton Mitchell, Sharon Askin Ferrel and Darlene Shipman Stoltz coordinated a gathering of former Ismay students, graduates and residents, July 28, in Miles City. . . Alain Jacobsen, age 11, son of Mark and Isabelle Jacobsen, went to France for one month after school got out in May. Alain flew by himself from Billings to Paris where his uncle picked him up. Alain’s mother was born and raised in France, and both Alain’s parents agreed it was time for him to experience the French lifestyle. . . Baker’s 9-10 year old minors baseball team finished their season in second place. Craig Shipman is their coach. Members of the team include Mason Melby, Sheldon Ridenhower, MiKenna O’Donnell, Travis Koenig, Jeffery Fisher, Cody Beyers, Joe Fisher, Dallas Arnell, Shelby Shipman and Chance Wickham. 20 YEARS AGO Friday, August 2, 1996 -Chrysler Corporation announced that Randash Motors, Inc. has been awarded the prestigious 1996 Five Star Award for Excellence. . . Work on the addition to the Baker Community Church progressed rapidly last week. An average of six volunteers per day helped with the construction under the experienced eye of contractor Gary Stevens. The addition will house an elevator which will make the church, which sits above ground, wheelchair accessible. . . . Jim and Clarice Curry will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Aug. 9; Norman and Vivian Panasuk will celebrate their 25th anniversary Aug. 11. . . Reynolds Supermarket Employee of the Month is Cindy Austin. . . The family of Leona Schafer invites you to help her celebrate her 75th birthday Aug. 10; an 86th birthday party was held for Annetta Beck at her home July 16. . . Roy and Ariel McClain will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary Aug. 10. . . . Haying is
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in full swing and many farmers are harvesting their crops. With no rain the crops aren’t very good. 30 YEARS AGO Thursday, July 31, 1986 -- In January, city attorney Russ Culver requested an opinion of State Attorney General Mike Greeley on the ordinance submitted by the Citizens for Decency group to prohibit go-go dancing in local bars of Baker. His opinion was sent back to Culver last week and indicates there are some areas in the proposed ordinance that are beyond the jurisdiction of the local government’s authority. . More than 30 bicycles were checked for proper adjustment and needed repairs during a bicycle safety clinic sponsored by Tom Price, Eagle Scout candidate. . . Tom Denham, public relations for Shell Oil, announced the company will close their warehouse in Glendive and move their personnel to Baker effective Aug. 16. . . The first baby girl born this year at Fallon Memorial Hospital was Kacie LaRae Fruit, daughter of Mikal and Troy Fruit of Ekalaka. She will receive the layette Beta Sigma Phi annually presents to the baby boy and baby girl born closest to noon on Mother’s Day. The male recipient of this year’s gift was Kyle Andrew, son of Dean and Connie Alberts. He arrived May 13. . . Descendants of Arthur and Odin Myhre, homesteaders of the early 1900s, gathered at Needmore for a Myhre reunion July 18-20. 40 YEARS AGO Thursday, July 29, 1976-- Elevators report they are busy with harvest well underway. Winter wheat is going between 30 and 45 bushels to the acre and barley 40-45 bushels per acre. Bruno Novak of the Farmers Elevator reports that it’s a “lousy” market with the prices of winter wheat way down at $2.95 on 12 percent protein and $3.50 for spring wheat with 14 percent protein. . . . Construction is underway at the Reynolds Store. A new building that is being added on will house the Anfinson’s Store. Hanewald and Sons will occupy the Anfinson’s building and the Hanewald building has been purchased by Don Morris for Gambles Store. . . Rev. Robert Boutwell has accepted a position as pastor at the Baker Community Church. . . Bradley Shepherd is among 21 students from the U of M in Missoula who are studying in the Soviet Union this summer. . . Firemen were called to the scene of a fire Monday when a pickup belonging to Dennis Varner and Paul Groshans was on fire. Tuesday there was a prairie fire at the
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Ralph Losing ranch, and Wednesday at the Ray Maier place there was another prairie fire. 50 YEARS AGO Thursday, August 4, 1966-The question of your approval of the issue of selling bonds in the amount of $525,000 for the construction of a new courthouse in Fallon County will be one of the issues you will be asked to consider at the primary election Aug. 16. . . Lynn Mary Russell and Mary Turbiville were the county winners in the annual 4-H Style Revue held July 27. . . A picture shows what is left of one of the two sheds hit by a tornado at the Merle Hayden place early Wednesday morning. The Haydens live southeast of Baker in the Knobs area. . . William J. Ware took over his duties as chief of the Baker police force Monday. 60 YEARS AGO Thursday, Aug. 2, 1956-Following two months in traction and looking forward to three months in a body cast, Jim Rambur returned home from the Miles City Hospital. The little seven year old was run over by a road grader and suffered 17 fractures to his legs and pelvis plus internal injuries and two operations. . . The new Tastee Freeze west of Baker is nearing completion and Ed Susa of the Susa Construction Co., Golva, ND, and his assistant Paul Zachmann hope to have the building done this week. 70 YEARS AGO Thursday, August 1, 1946-Lois J. Bucklin and Alex Collie are Fallon County’s two entries in the National Junior Vegetable Growers Assoc. production marketing contest to help supply Montana’s fres4 vegetable requirements this summer. . . M.L. Russell was elected chairman for the local chapter of National Federation of Small Business Establishments, and organization recently organized for the protection of small business. . . David Sieler had a leg broken a week ago when he fell off the fender of a car. The injury was not apparent until several days later. . . Herbert Blaser of Willard was discharged from the Navy at Shoemaker, Calif . .
. Sgt Roland Koschel from Plevna who has been in the regular army for the last six years, is now awaiting shipment overseas and his family will join him as soon as possible. . . The weather is simply too hot. Everybody is busy harvesting. Some report fine yields and some fields of barley are running in the neighborhood of bushels. The elevators are filled to capacity. 80 YEARS AGO Thursday, August 6, 1936-Baker is enjoying a building boom. Daniel Korneychuk, Louis Hoffer, John Isaak, Sam Ramelhart, Walter Kreager, Carl Fost, Andrew Kreager have built or are completing the building of new homes while several others are making improvements on their property. . . Fallon County to hold Fair Sept. 17-19. The fair board has arranged a good program of sports events. A rodeo with wild horses and wild steers will lend plenty of excitement. . . Bergstrom became postmaster of Baker Aug. 1. He succeeds L.E. Baker who has been acting postmaster for several months. . . Mr. Dahl from near Knobs has leased the T.O. Roque place from Emil Veroye and is pasturing a bunch of cattle for the rest of the season. . . Mr. and Mrs Emil Ravey and Gladys Chesnover returned this week from a 4,200 mile trip, part of which was spent at Port Arthur on the north shore of Lake Superior. 90 YEARS AGO Thursday, July 5, 1926-Mr. and Mrs. L. Bruggeman and children are leaving Saturday for Nebraska via the Black Hills. Frederic will stay with his grandmother, Mrs. C. F. Benson, for the winter where he will attend school. . . The Primary Election last Tuesday was marked by an unusually good turnout of voters and was exciting enough to keep the citizens of Baker up until a late hour. The Fallon County Times Office received the returns by phone and reporter, and was made the headquarters of voters and candidates until nearly one o’clock in the morning.
100 Years ago Fallon County Times Successor to the Fallonite Printed weekly at Baker, Montana, in the interest of the people. Butte H. Tipton, Publisher Entered at the Postoffice at Baker, Montana, as Second Class Matter Two dollars the year, strictly in advance The Fallon County Times will be 100 years old in May 2016. Following are a couple of stories from back then. _____________ • _____________
Jack Pratt will complete hotel It is welcome news to know that arrangements have been made whereby the brick hotel building at the corner of Main Street and Railroad Avenue will be pushed to an early completion. Jack Pratt, the local contractor, who held liens against the structure for a large amount, has taken over the property. He will lose no time in getting it ready for tenancy, there being several applications in for the hotel lease and for months Pierce & Turner of the Peerless have been waiting to move into the cafe annex. As most of the remaining work to be done is lathing and plastering and interior finishing, it will be well along towards Christmas before its completion, but no time will be lost, Mr. Pratt assures us.
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Montana going dry seems sure There seems little doubt, on the face of telegraphic and other information received here, that Montana has gone dry by a large majority. Figures are not available showing the result, but the scattering reports received from various parts of the state fairly indicate the trend of the vote. As a result of active opposition to the exemption amendment, it was defeated overwhelmingly. It is claimed that with few exceptions every precinct in Fallon county voted “dry. In Baker the vote was a tie.
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Sugar is cheaper today than it was a century ago According to the Boston Transcript the price of sugar today is less than the cost of refining a hundred years ago, while the total amount of sugar refined in New York City in 1816 was less than 9,000,000 pounds, an amount which the largest refinery in the city could now handle in forty-eight hours. In 1816, from a hundred pounds of raw sugar a refiner was able to obtain about fifty pounds of refined sugar, twenty-five pounds of molasses and twenty-five pounds of what was called bastard sugar. In refining today a loss of six or seven pounds to the hundred is all that is expected. Tariff on raw sugar in 1816 was three cents a pound, upon refined sugar twelve cents; the consumer paid about twenty cents a pound. Today refine sugar enters a duty free and raw sugar pays a duty of but a cent a pound. One of the most important items in the distribution of sugar has been the cost of the barrel. The American Sugar Refining Company now makes its own barrels and owns 625 square miles of standing timber form which to cut the materials for its cooperage. The barrel factories turn out over 7,000,000 barrels a year, using up about 80,000,000 feet of timber.
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James “Jim” Lee Reetz Sr. Funeral services for James “Jim” Lee Reetz Sr., 67, of Baker, will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, July 30, 2016 at Baker Community Church with Pastor Neva Rathbun and Pastor Len Shatkus officiating. Burial will follow at Bonnievale Cemetery. Visitation for Jim will be from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, July 29, 2016 at Stevenson Funeral Home with a prayer service being held at 7 p.m. Jim passed away at his home on July 25, 2016. James Lee Reetz, Sr. was born in Mountain Lake, MN to Darwin and Marguerite (Marsh) Reetz on November 15, 1949. Jim grew up in Mallard, IA until Junior High when the family moved to Brainerd, MN. While in school, Jim excelled in track where he held the school record in the 440 meter and 100 meter relay for several years. He was always doing mechanic work on those cars of the 60’s. In 1969, he joined the United States Air Force. He was at Lacklund Air Force Base and Sheppherd Air Force Base in Texas, where he won many medals in Marksmanship. He did Launch & Recovery at Ipswich, England, and was honorably discharged in 1970. He held various jobs until moving to Baker in 1972. Jim met LaTonne (Toni) Murphy on a blind date at the Fullerton Lumber Company Christmas party, December 21, 1972. They were married at the Baker Community Church on July 21, 1973. They recently celebrated their 43rd anniversary. No two people were more opposite for one another. In 1974, Jim started working on the Murphy Ranch. Toni made a cowboy out of a city boy. Jim loved the ranch and lived there the rest of his life. He
treated the cows and land like it was his own. Jim had a close relationship with his father-in-law, Mike Murphy. Jim and Toni shared their love with Jim Jr., John, Jolene and JaNae. Jim helped his kids with their 4H projects, and he was so proud of them and all of their accomplishments, as well as the fine adults they have become. Jim was always ready to help a neighbor whenever they needed him. He wasn’t someone to boast, but did a lot behind the scenes. His job in retirement was keeping Thee Body Shop clean. He really liked being around Jim and the guys. He liked being busy and always had a project, or helping one of the kids, grandkids, and Toni. His main objective in life was to love and care for Toni. It was important to him to always look nice. Jim is survived by his wife LaTonne “Toni” Reetz; children, James, Jr. (Tammy) Reetz, Jolene (Marty) Setinc, JaNae (Chris) Crawford; grandchildren, Jonathon Reetz, Brendon Reetz, Tai Setinc, Iva Setinc, Daley Crawford, Shaley Crawford, Cyler Crawford; brothers, Dave (Terri) Reetz and Randy (Kathy) Reetz; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his son, John Anthony Reetz, and his parents and grandparents. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.stevensonfuneralhome.com
Dear Baker Community. I wanted to thank all of you for opening your awesome town to all of us competitors at the State High School Rodeo Finals. You all were so kind, generous and welcoming each time we would visit with any of you. You all made our finals really special because of all you did for us. I am truly sorry about the tornado devastation and wished there could have been more we could have done to help you. I pray for all of you daily and hope your recovery is going well. God’s Blessings, Willy Lytton
Fair Corner By Alicia Knapp Time is running out! Finish up those projects you started this winter and bring them to the fair. We’d love to see what you’ve done. Every exhibit counts. Open Class entries are due by 8 p.m. on Monday, August 15 and exhibits must be in place by 9 a.m. Thursday, August 18. Whether it be cooking, canning, flowers, or sewing; crafts, needlework, photography or gardening, we want to see it at the fair. One exhibit or several—each one helps to make a better fair. Support your County Fair!
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Victor Buerkle Funeral service for Victor Buerkle, 76, of Baker, was held July 22, 2016 at Stevenson Funeral Home, Baker with Pastor Bruce Kolasch officiating. Burial followed at the Community Union Cemetery, Plevna, MT. Vic passed away July 18, 2016 at St. Vincent Healthcare, Billings, after a long illness. Victor Buerkle was born April 1, 1940 to John and Louisa (Knopfle) Buerkle, in Odessa Russia. At an early age, Vic moved with the family to Poland and later Germany. When Vic was eleven, he and the family moved to Melburn, FL and then to Plevna. The family eventually settled in Baker where Vic attended Baker High School. He worked several years for Herb Bertsch at the Service Station in Baker before enlisting in the United States Army. After being discharged he returned to Montana where he worked at several jobs until settling in with the Montana Department of Transportation. Vic retired in 1992 and moved to Las Vegas, NV for several year before returning to Baker, where he has lived ever since. Vic enjoyed watching television and going out for coffee. He was a member of the Baker American Legion Post #35. He is survived by his sister,
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VISITING SPECIALISTS Leszek Jaszczak, MD (Radiology) Jeff Williams, MD (Obstetrics/Gynecology) 24-hr access via Telemedicine to Billings Specialists
SERVICES Flu & pneumonia immunizations • Prenatal care FAA, DOT, ICC physicals • Cryotherapy Minor surgical procedures Family health care for all ages
Office hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday
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Fallon County Fair Continued on page 1 derby drivers put their pimped out rides through a challenging feat of cunning and endurance in their quest to be the last derby running. As the final days of summer drift into autumn, come celebrate this annual community event as family and friends gather to enjoy world-class entertainment and family oriented fun. There truly is something for everyone! Tickets for all events and entertainment will be available from the fairgrounds ticket office. For more information or questions, contact: falcofair@midrivers.com or call 406-778-2451, and be sure to like the Fallon County Fair Facebook page.
Jagertown returns to the Fallon County Fair, Thursday, August 18, Friday, August 19 and Saturday, August 20. Six Appeal, a new attraction at the Fallon County Fair, can be seen Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
By Sherry Vogel This past week, Fallon County has experienced high humidity, and even higher temperatures. People should take special precautions to keep hydrated, rest and stay out of the direct sunlight. The rules that apply to people should also be extended to your pets/animals in your lives. Here are a few tips to keep your pets safe. 1. Never leave your pet in a hot car. Not even for a minute. Not even with the air conditioner left on because the car may stall while parked in idle after too long on a hot day. Don’t leave pets in the car even on an 85-degree day, even with the windows slightly rolled down. Temperatures inside the car can reach 100 degrees within ten minutes. 2. Its important to know that it is not just the high temperatures that can affect your pet, but high humidity also presents a hazard. Animals pant to evaporate moisture from their lungs, which takes heat away from their body. If the humidity is too high, the animals are unable to cool themselves, and their body temperature will skyrocket to dangerous levels very quickly. An animal may suffer a heat stroke if their body temperature soars above 104. **** Some breeds of dogs, like boxers, pugs, shih tzus and other dogs and cats with short muzzles will have a much more difficult time breathing in extreme heat and humidity. 3. Avoid allowing your dog to walk on hot asphalt, which will burn their paws. Walk your pets on grassy areas instead, in the cool of early morning or evening. 4. It is best to allow your pet inside in a heat wave. Whenever left outside, make sure your pet has protection from the sun and plenty of cool, fresh water. Whenever possible add cold ice cubes to your pets’ water on extremely hot days. Be certain the tub of water remains in the shade, as the sun rotates throughout the day. **** Allow your pet shade from a tree or a tarp because it allows a cross breeze. A doghouse doesn’t allow relief from heat; in fact it makes it worse.
5. Don’t rely on the breeze from a fan to cool your pet. Animals respond to heat differently than do humans. A fan does not Cheryl Schultz talks about rangeland monitoring at the Tri-County Weed Tour hosted by the Extension Offices cool an animal as adequately as a human because a dog primain Fallon, Prairie, and Wibaux counties. Despite it being over 100 degrees, there was a great attendance for rily sweats from its feet. the annual tour. Submitted Photo
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THANK YOU to all those who donated to the
Baker Tornado Relief Fund. The Fund was established to provide much needed assistance to Baker residents affected by the tornado of June 11, 2016. Your compassion and support is amazing. Thank you for opening your heart to your neighbors. There are 57 families who have suffered loss due to the tornado. Several survivors of the tornado were injured; but, thankfully nobody perished in the storm. Some homes were totally destroyed while others received severe to moderate damage. Your generosity will be felt by many families who are in the recovery and rebuilding process. By giving, you have created a far-reaching ripple effect that has now touched our community members who have and will continue to be most affected. For that we are most grateful.
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Wetzel celebrates 90 years By Sherry Vogel Esther Opp Wetzel, Baker resident, will be celebrating her 90th birthday on July 31 at the Evangelical Church in Plevna. Although her birthday isn’t actually till September 14th, this summer was the perfect opportunity to gather her out-of– state family and friends. As she approaches this milestone decade, Esther reflects back on many blessings. Counted among these blessings was the opportunity to serve God for 45 years along side her husband Art, in full time pastoral ministry. Esther enjoyed helping in the nursery and children’s ministry. She also taught and mentored younger women in the Bible. At 90 years of age, she still strives to memorize new verses. The Wetzels had lived in North Dakota, Colorado, Nebraska and Montana. Fifteen years ago she returned to Baker to live closer to her daughter, Sharan Fried. She enjoys living in the Parkview Retirement Complex. In her spare time Esther volunteers at he Superior Care Villa and the FMC nursing home, where she fixes hair, teaches Bible studies and helps with games. She is also an active member at the Evangelical Free Church in Plevna. A native of Zap, North Dakota, Esther was born on the family farm on September 14, 1926. She was the first child born to Gottlieb and Martha (Luithle) Opp and later became a big sister to Wilbert, Elaine, and Vernon. Counted as this ninety-yearolds earliest memory was when the family home burned in October 1929. She was only three years old. Her father was away hauling coal and her mother was gathering the milk cows. Her mother, Martha, after realizing the house was ablaze, galloped her horse just in time to rescue little Esther and baby Wilbert from the flames. The family found shelter in an older stone house nearby. She remembers the outhouse there
was quite a distance from the house and the yellow pages in the Sears and Roebucks Catalog was much appreciated in that old outhouse. Happy memories abound. One such memory is the day that Esther taught her brother a lesson. It was Esther and Wilbert’s job to milk seven cows twice a day. Wilbert often annoyed his sister by milking in her back pocket. One day, when their parents were away, Esther was fed up. She dumped a pail of milk over Wilbert’s head. She ended up finishing the milking on her own because Wilbert trudged off to the house. On the bright side, this incident made Wilbert stop milking in her pocket. Among other memories are the recitations she memorized for Christmas, Easter and Children’s Day and her families faithful attendance at church each Sunday. School Days always hold a special memory in the heart of children. Esther remembers keeping warm by a potbelly stove that burned wood and coal. She walked 3 ½ miles to school with a lunch bucket in tow. Her lunch consisted of just a jelly or syrup sandwich. If weather did not permit walking, her brother Wilbert would drive the family’s one horse buggy to school. In 1937 the Opp family moved to a farm sixteen miles north of Hebron, No. Dakota. After finishing 8th grade at a country school, Esther attended high school in town. She boarded with her grandma Luithle. After graduation, the new graduate worked for a traveling library in Bismarck. During this time she met her future husband, Art Wetzel. The couple dated for 8 months, before getting married, in a snowstorm, on November 21, 1946. During the ceremony, some pranksters drained most
Tylee Rieger shows off her dog Lacey to Lori Fradenburgh, Joan Caldwell of The Villa and Bailey Colvin.
of their gas from their car. They ended up having to wake the gas station attendant to refill the tank. The newlyweds had their wedding picture taken that next day in Dickinson. The happily married couple began their new life together on Art’s family farm, located east of Glen Ullen, ND. After getting ‘hailed out,’ each of the two years they were on the farm, they decided farming wasn’t for them. They moved to Minneapolis, MN to attend school at Northwestern Col-
lege. Over the next years they were blessed with four children: Keith, Sharan (Fried), Renee (Kokoszka) and Lynette (Baker). Today Esther enjoys eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren. The Bible verse II Timothy 1:7 “God has not given us the spirit of fear, but of love and power and of a sound mind,” is a favorite verse that Esther stands on today at ninety years of age.
The Fallon County 4-H Dog Group paid a visit to Superior Care Villa. The group members were Lauren Wang and her dog Dax, Tylee Rieger and Lacey, and Macey Hadley with Duece. Pictured is Macey, Duece, and Harold Pratt of The Villa. the group was very much enjoyed by the residents.
Casey Hauck (701)690-7145 casey31263@gmail.com
CASE ELECTRIC LLC PO Box 892 Beach, ND 58621 We hold a regular weekly cattle and feeder cattle sale every Wednesday. We buy sheep and weigh-up horses every Thursday. Special Sales as advertised. Give us a call to visit about your marketing plans.
C & D Yards • Baker, Montana
Thursday, Aug. 4 • 4 -7 p.m. Thee Garage Showroom Call Brenda Uecker 406-778-2065
Open between 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday. Your cattle will be delivered to Lemmon Livestock on Tuesday evening and will be sold on Wednesday.
Wed., Aug 3: Regular Sale w/1st Big Yearling Special Wed., Aug 10: Regular Sale w/Yearling Sale Wed., Aug 17: Regular Sale w/Yearling Sale
Wed., Aug Wed., Aug Wed., Sept
24: Regular Sale w/Yearling Sale 31: Regular Sale w/Yearling Sale 7: Regular Sale w/Yearling Sale
Cattle will be on feed & water and there will be a brand inspector on site. You can now reach us on the Internet at www.lemmonlivestock.com If you have livestock to consign or would like us to stop at your ranch, please call Lemmon Livestock at
605-374-3877 or 800-822-8853
Paul Huffman C & D Yards Clint Ehret
Owner/Manager Baker, Montana Baker Field Rep.
605-374-5675 or cell 605-645-2493 406-778-3282 406-772-5522
Area Church Directory AMERICAN LUTHERAN, Baker Bruce & Reba Kolasch, Pastors
EMMANUEL EVANGELICAL FREE, Plevna Joe Noel, Pastor
Sunday 10 a.m. - Worship service Sr. High Youth - call for schedule Monday Noon - Sr. High Lunches (twice a month) Thursday 3:30 p.m. - Youth Loft on Confirmation Thurs. 4:30 p.m. - Confirmation - (call for schedule) 3:30 p.m. - Faith Weavers (twice a month) 7 p.m. - Youth & Family Worship w/Communion
FIRST BAPTIST, Baker Levi Durfey, Pastor
ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Baker Pastor Rod Kilsdonk Sunday
9:30 a.m. - Sunday School 10:30 a.m. - Worship Thursday 7 p.m. Bible Study Thursday 7 p.m. Youth Group - Youth Center
BAKER COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Neva Rathbun United Church of Christ Monday 4:15 p.m. - Singing at Nursing Home (2nd & 4th Mon.) Thursday 4:15 p.m. - Singing at Superior Villa (2nd & 4th Thurs.) 6-8 p.m. - Community Dinner Sunday 9:30 a.m. - Sunday School 10:30 a.m. - Church service
Sunday 10 a.m. - Sunday school 11 a.m. - Worship
4 p.m. - Sunday School
MEDICINE ROCKS CHURCH, Baker Jim Biswell, Pastor
Sunday 10 a.m. - Sunday School Bible Classes 11 a.m. - Worship celebration
Thursday 7 p.m. - Prayer and Adult Bible Study Youth Group (ages 12+) Truth Seekers (ages 3-11) Sunday 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School 11 a.m. - Worship Service and Radio Broadcast 1:30 p.m. - Afternoon Service
PEACE LUTHERAN, Plevna Bruce & Reba Kolasch, Pastors
FIRST BAPTIST, Plevna Don Winters, Pastor
ST. ANTHONY’S CATHOLIC, Plevna Father Philip Chinnappan
Thursday 7 p.m. - Prayer and Bible study Sunday 10 a.m. - Sunday school 11 a.m. - Worship
ISMAY COMMUNITY, Ismay
Mid-September - Winter 10 a.m. - Sunday School Sunday 11 a.m. - Worship
LAKEVIEW BAPTIST, Baker Mike Davis, Pastor
CHANGED FOR LIFE, Baker Joseph Nagell, Pastor
Sunday 10 a.m. - Sunday School 11 a.m. - Worship 2 p.m. - Video Series Wednesday 7 p.m. - Mid-week Bible study Thursday 7 p.m. - Awana Clubs (age 3 - grade 6) School Year
Sunday 10 a.m. - Worship service at Baker Senior Citizen Center
Sunday
MARMARTH BIBLE CHURCH 5 p.m. - Worship Service
Sunday 11 a.m. - Worship Service 1st Sunday - Cowboy Church Thursday 3:30 p.m. - Confirmation (ALC/PLC at American)
Saturday 4 p.m. - Mass (First, Third and Fifth Saturdays) Sunday 10:30 a.m. - Mass (Second and Fourth Sundays)
ST. ELIZABETH, Ekalaka Bruce & Reba Kolasch, Pastors
Sunday 8:30 a.m. - Worship Service 5 p.m. - 1st Sunday - Cowboy Church with potluck Wednesday 3:30 p.m. - Faith Weaver Friends (call for schedule) 5 p.m. - Confirmation (call for schedule)
ST. JOHN'S CATHOLIC, Baker Father Philip Chinnappan Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday
5 p.m. - Mass 8:30 a.m. - Mass 1st Mon. of month 11:30 a.m. Catholic Daughters 7 p.m. - Bible Study
ST. JOAN OF ARC CATHOLIC, Ekalaka Rev. Thomas Tobin
Saturday 4 p.m. - Mass (Second and Fourth Saturdays) Sunday 10:30 a.m. - Mass Sunday 1st Sun. of month - Council of Catholic Women Wednesday 6:30 p.m. - Bible Study
ST. MARY'S CATHOLIC, Marmarth Saturday 5 p.m. - Mass
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Baker Lake reopens to shoreline fishing; trout ready for anglers By Marla Prell, Information Officer of MFWP A month and a half after a tornado hurled considerable debris into Baker Lake, the lake has been reopened to shoreline fishing. And thanks to stocking efforts by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, there are some nice rainbow trout and other sport fish for the taking. Shoreline fishing is allowed with no water entry, although the area from Iron Horse Park through Wyoming Avenue remains closed due to safety concerns. Fallon County Commissioners approved the request by Sanitarian Richard Menger, MS, REHS (Registered Environmental Health Specialist). Since 2014, FWP has annually stocked 1,000 catchable rainbow trout (eight inches long) to Baker Lake, according to FWP Region 7 Fish Manager Mike Backes. The agency has made substantial stocking efforts at the lake for a number of years to improve angler opportunities. From the Miles City and Fort Peck fish hatcheries, FWP has stocked 3,700 trout and 203,000 northern pike since 2014. In 2010, 5,000 largemouth bass were planted. Wild-fish transfers also have been made from other waters. From 2010 to 2015, the agency transferred 3,267 prespawn yellow perch and 513 crappie. In July 2016, 10 rainbow trout were found in gill net surveys at Baker Lake. Although the fish were low in number, the largest trout was 17 inches long and 2.1 pounds. Black bullheads, which are tolerant of the low oxygen conditions, were also found in abundance. “I would like to give young kids a chance to catch some of those nice trout before we begin work,” Menger said. Menger
Protect Yourself, Crops, Equipment and Firefighters
Harvesting is under way and it’s getting hotter and drier. Your neighbors and local firefighters are asking you to take the extra is referring to a major lake and wetlands restoration slated for time to be alert while operating equipment this summer. Baker Lake over the next couple of years. The lake, which currently averages six feet in depth, with a maximum of 12 feet, Make certain you have the necessary tools and water close by will be deepened substantially to between 15 and 20 feet. It will to suppress a fire: including a fire extinguisher, shovel, and roughly double in capacity and will have year round aeration water tank with pump and hose. Also, have a tractor with tillage via waterfalls, which should help to increase the dissolved oxy- equipment attached for emergency line construction. gen content of the water and prevent fish kills. One less spark, one less wildfire! “Winter kills are the ultimate limitation for fish survival at Baker Lake,” Backes said. “Winter kill is common at Baker This message is brought to you by the Montana Department of Lake when water depths under the ice are less than 12 feet, Natural Resources & Conservation, Bureau of Land Managesnow covers the ice, aquatic vegetation dies due to a lack of ment, and the Forest Service. light penetration through snow and ice, and then the decaying of the dead vegetation starts to consume oxygen until levels . drop below most species’ ability to survive.” Menger has secured a $100,000 renewable aeration grant from the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation. is accepting applications for a Part-Time The Federal Emergency Management Agency also is expected Kitchen Aide for the 2016-2017 school to contribute funds toward restoring the lake and surrounding year. Position is for five hours a day, five area. The lower lake waters will be emptied into the upper lake, days a week and starting wage will be then the area will be cleaned out and deepened. Sedimentation is another issue, so between the two lakes there will be a wet$13.40. Applicant must pass a background land complex with seven cells that filter out sediment. check and physical. Deadline for applicaThe project is slated to begin this year, but Menger doesn’t tions will be Tuesday, August 2, 2016 by 4 yet have a firm timeline. p.m. and applications may be picked up at Noting how valuable a resource the lake is to the community, the High School Business Office or by Menger said, “We want to make Baker Lake deeper and have contacting Jen Mettler at 406-778-2577 or a sustainable fish population yearround, which currently is not email mettlerj@baker.k12.mt.us. possible.”
Baker Public Schools
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Fallon County Times and Places HOPE, do you feel alcohol is causing problems, we can help, Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. at the American Lutheran Church. District Court is in session the first Tuesday of the first full week of the month and as often as business warrants. Interested persons are welcome to check a specific schedule at the office of the Clerk of District Court. Fallon County Library hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; closed Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays. O’Fallon Historical Museum Open Monday - Friday 8 a.m. 5 p.m. Closed on legal holidays. Driver Licensing Schedule, second and third Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 12:30 - 3:30 p.m., courthouse Multiple Sclerosis Support Group, 7 p.m., Holy Rosary conference room 2, call Diana 406-232-1458 or Nicole 2325698, July 28. Dino Shindig, Ekalaka, MT, July 30-31. Changed For Life Church services 10 a.m., Baker Senior Center; 90th Birthday Celebration in honor of Esther Wetzel, Plevna Emmanuel Evangelical Free Church Annex, 2 - 4 p.m.; 80th Birthday Party for Regina Bruha, St. Charles Catholic Church, Bowman, ND, 1 - 4 p.m., July 31. Overeaters Anonymous, 6:30 p.m., American Lutheran Church; Codependent Support Group, noon, American Lutheran Church; Support group for parents/guardians with special needs children, 6:30 p.m., American Lutheran Church, August 2. City Council, 7 p.m., Fallon County courtroom, August 3. Changed For Life Church services, 10 a.m., Baker Senior Center, August 7. Baker Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture, noon, Lakeview Country Club, August 11.
Photo by Diana Volk Photography
Fallon County Fair offers new attraction By Sherry Vogel Indian Relay Races – America’s First Extreme Sport Indian Relay, America’s oldest competition, is coming to the Fallon County Fair on August 19, 20 & 21. This extreme sport, which originally had been confinded to the reservations, has become very popular in the last four years at rodeos and county fairs across the country. Indian relay developed independently amongst the Indian nations over 400 years ago. Oral histories, preserved by various Indian cultures, have a variety of interpretations of its origin. To one tribe; relay was used as war-games, another a relay to hunt the buffalo, yet another, as a way to outrun wild horses to enable their capture. The relay provided a test to measure the skills of the horse, the rider and the team. Warriors defied fear and gravity, as they raced at neck breaking speeds across the plains, leaping from one galloping horse then hurling on to another. This ultimate bond between horse and rider is steeped in Native American history. The horse was deemed sacred by many Indian cultures. It was a major source of status and a sought after prize. How does an Indian relay actually work? The ideal size of a racetrack
used for running a typical Indian relay is one half mile long. The race typically starts in front of the grandstand as four to six teams line up. Each team consists of three horses, one rider, two holders/set-up men, and a mugger. Often times a gun is shot to signal the start. The riders’ gallop around the track and come into the team’s imaginary box about 15 by 36 feet. (It can sometimes actually be outlined in powdered chalk or even flour.) This marks the spot for the most exciting moments of the relay---the relay exchange. Here the rider steps off his first horse, usually at a full gallop, briefly touches ground and then flies onto the back of the second horse being held by the set-up man. At this time the mugger is responsible for catching the first horse-discarded by the rider. If the mugger loses the horse the team may be disqualified. It takes a great deal of team effort to make this exchange, not to mention bravery. Catching a 1,000 pound horse, while its adrenaline is pumping, is no easy feat. Then the cycle repeats itself. The winner is the first team across the finish line on the final horse. Teamwork is the key to success in relay, as it was to the survival of these relay runners’ grandfathers and great grandfathers. Today as in the
past, relay still provides the test to measure the skills of the horse, the rider and the team. Only the six top teams advance to Nationals At the end of the relay season only the top teams are selected to attend three days of qualifying rounds to determine the six teams that will advance
to the Finals, a four day event. This year the Finals will be held in Billings, Montana at the Metra on September 2225. Last year, 28 relay teams from 15 Horse Nations qualified to compete for more than $85,000 in cash, travel, advance prizes and the coveted
L AW ENFORCEMENT Baker Police Department • July 18, 2016 - July 24, 2016 - 31 Calls for service: 4 animal complaints; 5 vehicle unlocks; 4 citizen reports of law enforcement information; 1 disorderly conduct; 7 agency assists - ambulance calls, and assist with arrests for drugs, DUI, domestic disturbance, and parole violation; 1 intoxicated pedestrian; 1 report of theft; 6 traffic stops; 1 alarm call - unfounded; 1 public nuisance report regarding condition of a residence
FROM THE BENCH Anyone with any information on any area crime is encouraged to call Crimestoppers at 406-778-2222. Calls are never recorded and rewards are offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of responsible parties.
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jackets and buckles. Tribes from many nations are represented. The tribes competing in the Finals last year were from the Blackfeet, Crows, Sioux and Colville Confederated tribes. The Colville Confederated tribe, from Washington State, took home top honors last year. PIHRA organizes over 50 Indian Relay Events There are over 50 Indian Relay teams and events with membership in the Professional Indian Horse Racing Association. PIHRA organized to help develop the sport into an economic and athletic resource for Native American cultures. They have also developed rules to protect the safety of the horse, rider and spectator. Citation: “All Nations Indian Relay Championships a Great Success.” Professional Indian Horse Racing Association. N. p ., 07 Oct. 2015. Web. 22 July 2016.
Prairie Manor Apartments, Baker
FOR RENT ONE BEDROOM Rental Assistance Available. To qualifying Individuals. Rent will not exeed 30% of adjusted monthly income.
(360) 927-8694 TTY: 711 “Accessible interviewing will be made available.”
Equal Housing Opportunity
Teresa Jorgenson Memorial Barrel Race Saturday, July 30 Fallon County Fairgrounds • Baker, MT Schedule: 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. - Open Arena 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Exhibitions 1:00 p.m. - Peewee, Youth & Open 4D race sanctioned with NWBRA/OBRA
We are your
Buckles to Peewee, Youth and Open Divisions. There will be a Silent Auction to raise money for families battling cancer. ~Concessions available~
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701-523-3239 GUNS N THINGS LLC 305 N. Merrill Ave. Glendive, MT
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Accounting, Taxes, Payroll
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Montana FSA: USDA Reminds Montana Producers of Aug. 1 Library Happenings Deadline to Enroll in Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price By Stacey Moore We have had a very busy summer here at the Fallon County Library. June started out with the Summer Reading Program, This year’s theme was Ready, Set, Read. This program was held on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the month. We had 341 children attend and 76 adults in the seven days we had the program. We cancelled one day because of the tornado, Disaster and Emergency Services were using the basement. Lot of fun activities were enjoyed by all during our program. Alisha Afrank provided one afternoon program on exercise. The children took part and did an exercise routine with her, an ice cream social, and various crafts were made by the children also. Then on July 13, we had Bob Curry, Don Wyrick, and the Carter County Museum Dino Shindig team of Jen and Steve here to present a program about dinosaurs. Each of them brought in exhibits from their collections, and gave short talks about the work they do looking for and excavating these giants. We had two different programs, at 1 p.m. they entertained the young children and then at 3 p.m. we had numerous adults, and some of the residents from Superior Villa. It was a great day for the library with 144 people in attendance. If you would like to learn more about dinosaurs, don’t forget the Dino Shindig in Ekalaka July 30 and 31. Don’t forget we have Public Access Computers for all to use, a wonderful selection of books, audiobooks, DVD’s, magazines, newspapers from the surrounding area, and databases. Another thing to remember, if we don’t have something you want we have the resources to borrow it from the Partner Libraries or through Interlibrary Loan. Please stop by and check out our wonderful library. We are more than happy to help you with making copies, faxing, scanning, and genealogy research. You can also access the Fallon County Newspapers on the Montana Newspapers website. That address is http://montananewspapers.org To access our library catalog and other databases go to our webpage at http://falloncountylibrary.net.
Fire in the Forest Oh the raging inferno As a forest goes up in flames. The heat and the awful crackling As new portions are engaged. The crews are doing all they can To quench the horrid burn But little can be done With winds howling in their turn. If you’ve read about the flames of Hell As described in Holy Writ You can only imagine the likeness And stand in dread of it. But a rugged cross looms up above An escape for believing souls Who humbly acknowledge the rugged cross And reach Eternal Goals. By Prairie Singer
It doesn’t do any good to do something If no one knows you’re doing it... Get the word out! Advertise in the Fallon County Times
Loss Coverage Programs U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Director Bruce Nelson reminds Montana farmers and ranchers that they have until Aug. 1 to enroll in Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and/or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2016 crop year. “Producers have already elected ARC or PLC, but they must enroll for the 2016 crop year by signing a contract before the Aug. 1 deadline to receive program benefits,” Nelson said. “Producers are encouraged to contact their local FSA office to schedule an appointment to enroll.” The programs trigger financial protections for participating agricultural producers when market forces cause substantial drops in crop prices or revenues. Nationwide, more than 1.76 million farmers and ranchers are expected to sign contracts to enroll in ARC or PLC. Covered commodities under the programs include barley, canola, large and small chickpeas, corn, crambe, flaxseed, grain sorghum, lentils,
HRH to host childbirth education class Holy Rosary Healthcare (HRH) is pleased to offer a free childbirth education class Saturday, August 13, 2016. The session will begin promptly at 8:45 a.m. in the HRH conference rooms, and attendees may come to the HRH lobby starting at 8:00 a.m. New in 2016, HRH will also offer their Childbirth Education Class at Fallon Medical Complex in Baker via the telemedicine networks. Designed for expectant mothers, class topics will include: breastfeeding, stages of labor, breathing and postpartum care. Concerns regarding epidurals and pain relief will be addressed by certified HRH practitioners. The session will feature a tour of the birthing center as well as prizes. Participants are encouraged to pose any questions or concerns. Lunch and snacks will be served. Expectant mothers are advised to wear comfortable clothing and bring a partner for support. Space is limited and early registration is encouraged. Register for the Miles City or Baker class by contact Chantel Brooks, RN, or Maternal/Newborn at 406233-2783.
mustard seed, oats, peanuts, dry peas, rapeseed, long grain rice, medium grain rice (which includes short grain and sweet rice), safflower seed, sesame, soybeans, sunflower seed and wheat. For more program information, contact your local FSA office or visit www.fsa.usda.gov/arc-plc. To find your local FSA office, visit http://offices.usda.gov. The Holy Rosary Healthcare Foundation will be awarding four AEDs (Automatic External Defibrillators) to worthy eastern Montana locations in August 2016. The recipients will be selected based on applications received by August 5, 2016, and then screened and scored based on objective criteria by August 10, 2016. The winning applicants will be notified, the equipment awarded, and training completed by August 30, 2016. An AED is used on someone who has heart failure. Heart failure can happen to anyone based on health condition or strenuous activity. Most schools and
public places have an AED. The equipment is easy to use, allowing almost anyone to use one in an emergency. The Holy Rosary Foundation has awarded AEDs through the Foundation’s community grants program for placement in several eastern Montana locations in recent years. Four modern units will be awarded and training completed at no cost to the receiving organizations. Interested organizations located in the following counties may apply: Carter, Custer, Dawson, Fallon, Garfield, McCone, Powder River, Prairie, Rosebud, Treasure. The application is available by calling 406.233.4043, emailing HRHFoundation@sclhs.net, or downloading from the Holy Rosary Foundation Facebook page. Completed applications are due August 5, 2016 to: Holy Rosary Foundation, 2600 Wilson Street, Miles City, MT 59301; fax: 406.233.4214; email: HRH-Foundation@SCLHS.net. For any questions, please call the Holy Rosary Foundation at 406.233.4043.
AEDs available from Holy Rosary Healthcare Foundation The Holy Rosary Healthcare Foundation will be awarding four AEDs (Automatic External Defibrillators) to worthy eastern Montana locations in August 2016. The recipients will be selected based on applications received by August 5, 2016, and then screened and scored based on objective criteria by August 10, 2016. The winning applicants will be notified, the equipment awarded, and training completed by August 30, 2016. An AED is used on someone who has heart failure. Heart
failure can happen to anyone based on health condition or strenuous activity. Most schools and public places have an AED. The equipment is easy to use, allowing almost anyone to use one in an emergency. The Holy Rosary Foundation has awarded AEDs through the Foundation’s community grants program for placement in several eastern Montana locations in recent years. Four modern units will be awarded and training completed at no cost to the receiving organizations.
Interested organizations located in the following counties may apply: Carter, Custer, Dawson, Fallon, Garfield, McCone, Powder River, Prairie, Rosebud, Treasure. The application is available by calling 406.233.4043, emailing HRHFoundation@sclhs.net, or downloading from the Holy Rosary Foundation Facebook page. Completed applications are due August 5, 2016 to: Holy Rosary Foundation, 2600 Wilson Street, Miles City, MT 59301; fax: 406.233.4214; email: HRHFoundation@SCLHS.net. For any questions, please call the Holy Rosary Foundation at 406.233.4043.
Cards Submitted by Jay Gregory Twelve people came out to play pinochle July 24 at the Baker Senior Citizen Center. There were three tables of four players. Winners were Marj Peterson, Judy Fradenburgh, Doris Geving, and Jay Gregory. Pinochle will be played again next Sunday, July 31, at 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Citizen Center.
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TC Shelhamer started 8th in his heat and finished 4th. He finished 6th in the feature race at Southwest Speedway in Dickinson.
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FALLON COUNTY FAIR August 17 - 21, 2016 • Baker, MT ALL TICKETS GO ON SALE Monday, August 1 • 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall, Baker, MT
Saturday, August 20
Each week that they win their heat - receive a FREE car wash (when bringing in your ticket to the event) IF they win the feature race - receive 10% OFF anything at Spiffy’s (when bringing in your ticket to the event)
Grandstand Reserve Seating $30.00 - $40.00 - $50.00 PRCA Rodeo Saturday & Sunday, August 20-21 Grandstand General Admission Seating Adults $20 • Ages 7-17 $10 • 6 & Under Free
Indian Relay 118 Main Street North Box 1312 , Baker, MT 59313 • 406-778-2479 spiffys@midrivers.com • www.spiffyswash.com
Scales and Tails Utah Thursday, August 18 $5 Admission (6 & Under Free)
Demolition Derby
Friday, August 19
Sunday, August 21
Adults $25 • Ages 7-17 $10 • 6 & Under Free
$7.00• 6 & Under - Free
Funtime Carnival Presale Tickets Available until Thursday No Smoking In Grandstands • Visual chart Available At Fairgrounds Office or falloncountyconcert.tix.com
• For more information call 406-778-2451 • Ticket Office 406-778-8713
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Chicken Strips w/ French Fries $6.00
Mini Burritos w/ Cheeseballs $6.00
Slice of Pizza w/ Breadsticks & F’real Shake $7.00
BBQ Pork w/ Onion Rings $6.00
Bacon Cheeseburger w/ French Fries $6.00
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Interstate Cadet S1-A plane - as photographed in 1942.
Retired Major Greg Anders, Burlington, WA. next to the Interstate Cadet “The Pearl” during his downtime at Baker Air Service. Cornelia Clark Fort was a 22 year old civilian instructor pilot at an airfield near Pearl Har. . . Continued from page 1 bor, Hawaii, when the japanese attacked on December 7, 1941. 8 astronaut Major General William An- panies them. Bruce is the office manager miles north of Seattle).
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ders who in 1996 founded the Heritage Flight Museum, the institution that exhibits the famous plane. A ground crew composed of Bruce Dietsch and his daughter, Michelle, accom-
of the Heritage Flight Museum. The Interstate Cadet monoplane left the Baker airport at 10:30 a.m. to continue its journey on to Lemmon, SD, enroute to its final destination. The Heritage Flight Museum is located at Skagit Mark Anderson Regional Airport in Roofing and Gutters Burlington, WA (60 Serving Glendive and eastern Montana for 30 years.
The EAA is an organization, 180,000 members strong, made-up of aviation enthusiasts who promote recreational flying. *** Cornelia Fort, a native of Nashville, TN has an Airpark named after her in East Nashville. She was also portrayed in the film Tora! Tora! Tora! by Jeff Donnell.
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Your Finder Sales Representative “I can make it easy for you to advertise in the Finder. Call me anytime!” 406-778-3344 Fallon County Times or 778-3216 home
Shingles, Flat Roofing 5” Aluminum Seamless Gutters Call Glendive office 406-989-1768 References available upon request
Blow Out Sale We need to make room! Selling below cost first come first serve.
Panels
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$60 $89 $102
Railroad Ties $8.50 Gates 10’2 $100 12’2 $170 16’2 $140 6’2 $123 4’ Chute & Arch $93 6’2 HD Cattle Gate 14 GA Brown $123 Clips - Large Bag $28.50 Clips - Small Bag $0.92
Cash Pricing - No Rain Checks When it’s gone, it’s gone.
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FALLON COUNTY TIMES Starting in Fall 2016 we’ll take an inside look at successful businesses and institutions located in Fallon County. Success Stories publish monthly throughout the year. Each of the Success Stories will run as a full page IN FULL COLOR, include an honor roll listing down one side of the page and most importantly, you receive a framed color copy of the ad to display in your place of business. Your story will appear on the back page. It will also be featured for 1-year on our web page in a Flip Book and individual hyperlinked pages. The dates reserved for Success Stories are on a first come, first served basis, so call today!
Fallon County Times P.O. Box 679 Baker, Montana 59313 • 406-778-3344 To publish your Success Story, contact: Tammy O’Donnell • 406-778-3344 • fctimes@midrivers.com
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A vibrant colored collection of whimsical rubber planters house a family of tomato plants.
A joyfully painted metal flower greets visitors to the cheerful yard.
A Drive Around Town Summer colors brighten community spirit By Sherry Vogel Driving around town to view the aftermath of a severe storm can dampen anyone’s spirit. Next time you are out and about, take a closer look. Like spring flowers peeking out of a melting snow bank after a long winter, you’ll find joyful little places that promise ‘better times to come’ in these warm sun-shiny days of summer. The Pat and Sharon Harrison residence is one such place. Pat says, “I like to work in my yard to relieve stress.” I might also add he enjoys art and is very talented. He truly has an eye for color, as seen in the lawn decorations and yard furniture he has repurposed or ‘brought back to life’ in a brilliant kaleidoscope of colors. One such item is a baby buggy, from yesteryear. This delightful little buggy is cheerful and playful as it sports a dazzling array of striking colors. It has found new life as it cradles delicate flowers and greenery. Another item that welcomes a visitor to the Harrison yard is a brightly painted metal flower. It can’t help but shout out an acclamation of joy because its blossoms began as drab, dark iron. It became a beautiful blossom after Pat adeptly coated it in lively color. Every gardener needs a place to sit and a pair of rusty metal lawn chairs fit the bill. Pat put his finesse to work creating a merry, carefree design that is sure to welcome friends to sit awhile and enjoy a leisure chat. Driving up 3rd Street West one can’t help but notice a vibrant colored collection of whimsical rubber planters. Keith and Sharon Schwartz are on to something here. These planters are recycled from used tires. What a wonderful idea as about 240260 million tires are discarded every year. This eye-catching raised garden area houses a family of healthy tomato plants. The story even gets better, because as Sharon shared, “Each of the planters belongs to one of my grandchildren. We had a lot of fun letting the kids pick out their favorite colors to create their own planter.” Just around the corner on 2nd Street West, the Jacob and Rebecca LaCroix family has added a splash of color to their neighborhood. A trio of neon colored planters designed from tractor tires perks-up the corner while housing young trees. Tucked in the corner of Leland Gundlach’s yard on 1st Street is a charming little bench clad in a coat of lively lemon. This little garden bench is a chameleon, changing colors with the seasons. Summer is fun in an assortment of flamboyant colors, reserved for this very season. Days are warmer and the coolness of the evening is a welcome relief. It is an ideal time to take a leisurely stroll, a bike ride around the neighborhood or a carefree drive around town. Relish in the freedom of summer, as you find pleasure in the little things and the beauty that surrounds you.
This delightful little buggy is cheerfully painted in an array of striking colors.
Two welcoming lawn chairs sport a friendly vibrant design.
Photos by Sherry Vogel
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REAL ESTATE ____________________________ REAL ESTATE: For real estate listings, call Indian Trail Ranch Realty, LLC at 406-778-2402. Jim Hurley, owner/broker, 406-7782402 or 406-778-3735; or Judy Brown, 406-891-0133. 10tfc
WANTED __________________________ WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201. 37-36p __________________________ WANTED: Will buy junk cars and scrap metal. Please call 701928-0325. Please leave a message. 22tfp
FOR RENT __________________________ FOR RENT: Three bedroom, two bath - newer trailer, somewhat furnished or not. Contact 406978-3691 or 978-2514 after 5 p.m. 31-33p __________________________
FOR RENT: 22’ x 9’ room in Schell’s Lake City Shopping Center. Set up as beauty salon, but could be used as office space. Available Sept. 1, $400/month includes utilities. Call 406-6703317. 33-34c __________________________ FOR RENT: Two bedroom, 1 bath furnished apt in Wibaux, MT. Available 8/20. No smoking; no pets. $750/mo with utilities included. Tenant provides TV & internet. 406-253-0451 30-31c ____________________________ FOR RENT: Three bedroom, two bath trailer home in Plevna. Available about mid-July. Peace Lutheran Church, call 406-7725529. 28-31c __________________________ FOR RENT: Two furnished two bedroom apartments. Call 406778-2175. 45tfc
FOR SALE __________________________ FOR SALE: Sport cards, call 1406-778-2663. 31p __________________________ FOR SALE: 2009 John Deere 9860 combine & 2007 John Deere 635F grain platform header. 1,200 hours and in great condition. Call Jerry at 406-9514575 31-34p __________________________ TOOL SALE: Lifetime collection of misc. tools. Saturday, July 30, from 9 a.m. - noon. Eugene Fisk garage - 721 S. 4th St. West, Baker. Come and make an offer! 31c ____________________________
FOR SALE: Steel Buildings, drastically low price. Factory inventory disposal big & small, no limitation on size. Limited supply. Call to price and reserve. Free erection price available. www.sunwardsteel.com 701-2144671. 29-32tmp __________________________ FOR SALE: 2002 Liberty modular home, 76 ft. x 32 ft., three bedroom, two and one-half baths, Baker, MT. Needs to be moved. $55,000. For more info call 406978-2128. 27-31c __________________________ FOR SALE: Newly constructed three bedroom, two bath home home in quiet neighborhood, great curb appeal with a one year warranty. Full unfinished basement with insulated walls and bath and laundry room rough-ins, large attached garage. Call 406778-2030 for showing. 35tfc
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GARAGE SALE __________________________ MULTI-PARTY GARAGE SALE: Friday, August 5, from 5 p.m - 8 p.m, Saturday, August 6, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., 612 S. 7th St. E., Baker. Jerry Schell residence. Lots of kid’s and women’s clothing, dorm size fridge, toys, toy boxes, chairs, household items and much more. 31-32c
CARDS OF THANKS __________________________ CARD OF THANKS: Thank you to Team Griffith for the Bouncy Castle I won during the 2016 Relay for Life. It’s a lot of fun. Shelby Moore 31c __________________________ CARDS OF THANKS: We want to express our sincere thanks to the entire staff of the Fallon Medical Nursing Home for the excellent care they provided Donna while she was a patient there. A special thanks to Twin Klar and Deb Wiman for the compassionate care they extended to Donna and her family - these ladies are the very best! Thank you also to Paster Bruce Kolasch who so willingly came to pray with us for Donna, not once but several times. What a comfort that gave us. God bless you all. Ervin Erlenbush Jeff & Rhonda Erlenbush & family Jerry & Susan Erlenbush Lynn Erlenbush Laura Erlenbush & girls Marvin & Sharon Gookin & family 31p
LEGALS ____________________________ NOTICE Mid-Rivers Wireless offers cellular telephone service and two low-income telephone assistance programs as outlined on page 37 of our 2016 Montana/Dakota Regional Telephone Directory. Lifeline provides Federal Universal Service support to reduce monthly service charges paid by qualifying low-income residential customers. Link up provides Federal Universal Service support to reduce service connection and line extension charges paid by qualifying low-income residential customers residing on Tribal Lands. These assistance services are non-transferable and allow for only one discount to be applied to a qualifying household. Eligibility standards for the above government assistance programs are determined by the Federal Communications Commission and state commissions. Please contact the Mid-Rivers Wireless office in Baker at 406778-2812 or 1-800-452-2288 for further information. __________________________ FINAL BUDGET MEETING Baker Public School District #12 Wednesday, August 10, 2016 7:00 p.m. The Trustees of Baker Public School District #12, Baker, Montana, will meet for the purpose of considering and adopting the final budget for the 2016-2017 school year. The meeting will be held in the Boardroom at the High School and may continue from day to day until the final adoption of the district’s budget. Any taxpayer in the district may attend this meeting and be heard for or against any part of the final budget.
Jennifer Mettler District Clerk Baker Public School, District #12 Baker, MT 59313 31c __________________________ Plevna School District #55 FINAL BUDGET MEETING PBS Room of the Plevna School Tuesday, August 9, 2016 7:00 p.m. The Trustees of the Plevna School District #55 will meet for the purpose of considering and adopting the final budget for the 2016-2017 school year. The meeting of the trustees may continue from day to day until the final adoption of the district’s budget. Any taxpayer in the district may attend this meeting and be heard for or against any part of the final budget. Nicole Buerkle District Clerk Plevna School District #55 Plevna, MT 59344 31-32c __________________________ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Tuesday, August 16, 2016 7 p.m. Fallon County Courthouse Courtroom 10 West Fallon Ave All materials pertaining to this Public Hearing may be viewed in the Fallon County Planning Department. The City of Baker Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, at 7 p.m. in the Fallon County Courthouse Courtroom. The purpose of this hearing is to review a variance request submitted by Timothy Schwindt. Mr. Schwindt submitted a Zoning Compliance Permit on June 1, 2016. Mr. Schwindt is requesting a 1’ variance from the relief standard in a residential district yard. The relief standard allows for a five (5) feet set back from the side, and the landing he is proposing would be 4’ from the north side of his property. 76-2-321 Board of Adjustment (1) A city or town council or other legislative body may provide for the appointment of a Board of Adjustment and in the regulations and restrictions adopted pursuant to the authority of this part may provide that the board of adjustment may, in appropriate cases and subject to appropriate conditions and safeguards, make special exceptions to the terms of the ordinance in harmony with its general purposes and intent and in accordance with the general or specific rules contained in the ordinance. 76-2-323 Powers of Board of Adjustment (1) The Board of Adjustment shall have the following powers: (a) to hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is error in any order, requirement, decision or determination made by an administrative official in the enforcement of this part or of any ordinance adopted pursuant thereto; (b) to hear and decide special exceptions to the terms of the ordinance upon which such board is required to pass under such ordinance; (c) to authorize upon appeal in specific cases such variance from the terms of the ordinance as will not be contrary to the public interest, where, owing to special conditions, a literal enforcement of the provisions of the ordinance will result in unnecessary hardship and so that the spirit of the ordinance shall be observed and substantial justice done. (2) In exercising the
above-mentioned powers, such board may, in conformity with the provisions of this part, reverse or affirm, wholly or partly, or modify the order, requirement, decision, or determination as ought to be made and to that end shall have all the powers of the officer from whom the appeal is taken. All written comments pertaining to this hearing can be made to plannersec@midrivers.com or PO Box 1134, Baker Montana 59313. Questions or comments can be directed to 406-778-7111. 31-33c
MNAXLP __________________________ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING A public hearing will be held on Monday, August 8, 2016 at 7 p.m. in the Plevna Town Office located at 121 Main Street, Plevna, MT. The Plevna Town Council of Plevna, Montana, hereby gives notice pursuant to 76-2-303 M.C.A., that it will hold a public hearing to consider extending Interim Zoning Ordinance #49 for one year. Written comments may be sent to the Town of Plevna, P.O. Box 97, Plevna, Montana 59344. Any questions or comments may be directed to Jodi Miller, Town Clerk at 406-772-5001. 31c MNAXLP __________________________ SECTION 00100 INVITATION TO BID Notice is hereby given, that separate sealed bids for the construction of Cooper Reinforced Concrete Box Culvert Project will be received by the Fallon County Commission, Baker, Montana at the office of Clerk & Recorder, 10 West Fallon Avenue, PO Box 846, Baker, Montana until 10:30 am, local time on August 1, 2016; and then publicly opened and read aloud. The project consists of: Removing and replacing topsoil, excavation, installation of reinforced concrete box culverts, furnish and installation of listed items, and incidentals. The complete set of Contract Documents, including drawings and specifications, is on file with the Owner at the Fallon County Courthouse and the office of Brosz Engineering, Inc. 109 S. Main, Bowman, ND 58623. Digital Contract Documents are also available from QuestCDN and can be accessed from the Brosz Engineering website at www.broszeng.com under the “Bid Information” page. The cost for downloaded (electronic) plans is $20. The official Plan Holders list can be viewed for the project on the QuestCDN website. Only electronic plan holders downloaded via QuestCDN will receive addendum notifications. Contractors using any other means for obtaining plans and specifications must periodically check the QuestCDN website for any addenda. The Fallon Country Commission reserves the right to reject any or all Bids and waive any defects therein. Disabled persons needing assistance, please contact the Fallon County Clerk and Recorders Office at least 72 hours before the services are required. For more information or for complaints about ADA compliance, call 406-7787106. Date at Baker, Montana; this 11th day of July, 2016 Steve Baldwin, Chairperson Fallon County Commission Baker, Montana 59313 29-31c
HELP WANTED FOR SALE FOR RENT WANTED THANKS REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE
Go to: www.bakermtrealestate.com for more details NEW LISTINGS 4 BR. - 2 BA. - 2 Car Garage - 1438 sq ft home on Corner Lot 602- SO. 5th St. W. $159,000. 3 BR - 1 BA - Att. Garage. - 1296 sq ft. - Corner Lot near Schools - 6 W. Pleasant Ave. 3 BR. - 2 BA. - Large. Garage - 2011 Modular - 1064 sq ft. 308 Keirle Rd. Quick Sale $79,000 Beautiful - 4 BR, 2 BA - 2200 sq. ft home with everyones dream 2,000 sq. ft. Shop/Man Cave. - See bakermtrealestate.com for details and photos. 2 Houses on one lot - Live in one, Rent other for income - Nice large kitchen and dining room - 509 So. 1st St W. $89,000. Motivated Seller. REDUCED to $69,000. ACREAGE FOR SALE 122 acres one mile north of Baker,
Montana Highway frontage, City Water/Sewer.
NORTHWEST REAL ESTATE Bob Herbst Box 1511 • Baker, MT 59313 406-778-2995
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HELP WANTED
FALLON MEDICAL COMPLEX Employment Opportunities
F/T HOUSEKEEPER Nursing Services is looking for RN, LPN, AND C.NA. positions for our long term care and critical access hospital. Please contact Sue Lunde with any questions at 406-778-5185. Applications can be picked up from the FMC Business Office or the Personnel Department. Contact Theresa Myers, Personnel Manager, at 406-778-5102 for additional information on any of the aboce jobs.
All Positions will remain open until filled. EOE.
HELP WANTED STRIDE WELL SERVICE MARMARTH ND YARD
Now Hiring Operators/Floorhands/Derrickhands If interested please call 701-279-5844 Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WOODY’S TRUCKING, LLC Baker, MT
Job Opening: Tank Truck Operator We are seeking an experienced tank truck operator with a valid Class A - Type 1 with Interstate Hazmat endorsement, Tanker endorsement and Combination Vehicle endorsement. Must be able to pass a preemployment drug screen & background check.
Competitive Wages. Health Insurance available.
Contact Angela (406) 778-2939 Email - woodystrucking@hotmail.com
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MONTANA STATEWIDE CLASSIFIEDS ______________________________________________ TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING. Complete programs, refresher courses, rent equipment for CDL, Job Placement Assistance. Financial assistance for qualified students. SAGE Technical Services, Billings/Missoula. 1-800-5454546. ______________________________________________
______________________________________________ REVERSE MORTGAGES: Draw eligible cash out of your home & eliminate mortgage payments. Seniors 62+! FHA insured. Purchase, refinance & VA loans also. In home personal service. Free 28 page catalog. 1-888-6603033. All Island Mortgage. www.allislandmortgage.com ______________________________________________
Absaraokee, MT- 21.3 Ac $203/month Red Lodge, MTMore properties online Justin Joyner, Steel Horse RE www.ownerfinancemt.com 406-539-1420. ______________________________________________
EQUITY LOANS ON NON-OWNER OCCUPIED MONTANA REAL ESTATE. We also buy Notes & Mortgages. Call Creative Finance & Investments @ 406-7211444 or visit www.creative-finance.com
NW Montana Real Estate. Several large acreage parcels. Company owned. Bordered by National Forest. Timber. Water. Tungstenholdings.com. (406)293-3714. ______________________________________________
Quality Transportation is hiring CDL-A Drivers. Locations in NV and CA. MUST BE WILLING TO RELOCATE. Call 775-635-2443 or www.qtinv.net for application. ______________________________________________
3.52Ac $259/month Boulder, MT- 2.12Ac $391/month
2700 sq ft log home kit for sale, brand new. $25,000. Motivated seller. Ships anywhere in the US free to jobsite. Blueprint available. Call 406-671-0926. ______________________________________________
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CrAzy DAys fun in Baker
Above: Kids Bike & Pet Parade walk down mainstreet first day of CrAzy DAys. Left: Three little hula girls. Right: N Styl beauticians, Jackie Martin (left) and Kristen Custer get in the CrAzy DAys spirit on Friday, July 22. Middle: Shoppers enjoyed a taco in a bag, sponsored by Baker Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture, on CrAzy DAys. Photos by Sherry Vogel
Your Chamber of Commerce . . . at work for the betterment of our hometown!
Upcoming Community Events August 17 - 21 - Fallon County Fair August 24 - Baker and Plevna School Starts These Businesses Proudly Support The Efforts Of Our Chamber’s Volunteers!
Baker Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture
California Dolls
Heiser’s Bar & Casino
Saturday, July 30 • 9:00 p.m.
Garlic Lime Shrimp Skewers
August Pizza of the month
August Meeting
Come try your luck in our
Thursday, August 11
Casino & Poker Room!
Enjoy the beautiful weather & dine on our patio. Try your skills at a game of cornhole
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Lakeview Country Club
Noon All Chamber members are encouraged to attend and bring a guest.
Western Union Money Transfers Monday - Friday Only have to be in by 2:15 p.m. to be sent the same day No Service on weekends Need two forms of ID from Non Members We cannot receive Western Unions
Fallon County Federal Credit Union 16 Sewall Avenue • Baker, MT 59313 Phone 406-778-2920 • Fax 406-778-2905
Griffith Excavating, Inc.
Kitchen Open Until Midnight!
Joey Pizza
Welcome to the Fallon County Fair August 17-21
Baker’s ONLY Night Life! Where all the best parties happen!
Orders To Go 406-778-2001 Baker, MT
Category A & B Bed Licensed Assisted Living Needing an affordable, fun, safe, homelike place to live or for your loved one to live? If you are elderly or disabled this is the place for you! Offering: 24-hour supervision 24-hour RN on-call Warm friendly professional staff Homemade meals 3x/day with fresh baked goods Activities to please all interests Limited to extensive assistance with activities of daily living Opportunities are endless and we are the next best place to home! Providing SUPERIOR Care to our friends and neighbors Call for information regarding available rooms and our extremely competitive rates compared to Long Term Care Facilities. Michelle Shumaker 406-778-3201 or 406-891-0185 Accepting: Private Pay Long Term Care Insurance Home and Community Based Service Clients (Medicaid Waiver)
• Scorio and Gravel • Drilling Sites • Roads • Reclaims P.O. Box 1193 Baker, MT 59313 Office: 406-778-3401 Fax: 406-778-3751