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Dickinson man, 63, airlifted to Bismarck for serious injuries

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Pioneer Editor bmartin@countrymedia.net A Dickinson man was seriously injured after being run over by a vehicle during an event last weekend in Bowman.

The man, 63, suffered multiple injuries and was airlifted to Sanford Health in Bismarck, according to Bowman Police Chief Chuck Headley.

Headley said the man, whose name was not released, was in attendance at C B Auction’s Annual Spring Consignment Auction on May 16 at the Bowman County Fairgrounds when a pick-up truck knocked him down and its front right tire crossed his back.

An emergency call was placed around 2:30 p.m., according to Headley. Bowman Ambulance responded, in addition to Bowman Police Officer Larry Fischer and an officer with the North Dakota Highway Patrol.Leo Heinrich of Bowman drove the vehicle as it ran over the man. “(The man was) walking to the next piece of equipment. (Heinrich) was driving up to the next piece of equipment,” Headley explained. “(Heinrich) knocked the individual down and his right front tire went over his back.”

No charges will be filed against Heinrich as Headley said the incident was unintentional.

Headley said he did not believe there was any negligence on Heinrich’s behalf; it was purely “an accident,” as he explained.

Heinrich’s vehicle traveled at a low speed and there was no indication of reckless driving, according to Headley.

Headley said he believed the man suffered from some fractured or broken vertebrae and a broken pelvis.

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Court dismisses felony charge for Wickstrom, Storer

By Bryce Martin

Pioneer Editor bmartin@countrymedia.net A felony charge that two Bowman residents faced was dismissed last week during a preliminary hearing in Southwest Judicial District Court.

Mitchell Storer, 23, and Codee Wickstrom, 23, separately appeared May 14 before Judge Zane Anderson for a hearing to determine if the state had enough evidence for the cases to proceed to trial. The charges resulted from a February search of Storer’s Bowman residence where law enforcement discovered drugs and drug paraphernalia.

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NEWS BRIEFS Grants available for community economic development Bill Davis, USDA Rural Development acting state director, announced last week that the USDA is seeking applications for grants to boost rural economic development through the Rural Community Development Initiative (RCDI) program.

Eligible applicants under the RCDI program include public or private intermediaries, non-profit organizations and nationally recognized tribal organizations. The grant funding may be used to provide training that focuses on homeownership education and minority business entrepreneurship. Funding may also provide technical assistance for strategic community planning, creating training tools or accessing alternative funding sources. Grants range from $50,000 to $250,000.

For more information on how to apply for a RCDI grant, contact the North Dakota Rural Development office at (701) 530-2037 or see page 27887 of the May 15 Federal Register. Applications must be submitted

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UPCOMING EVENTS May 27 NDSU Bowman County Extension 2015 Safety Day Camp — Registration from 1:45 - 2 p.m. at the 4 Seasons Pavilion in Bowman

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May 28 Bowman Regional Airport Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting — 11 a.m. at the Bowman Regional Airport

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May 30 Scranton’s 95th Annual Memorial Day Program — Begins at 6 p.m. at the Scranton School.

Mound Church Memorial Day Program — Begins at 1:30 with potluck to follow.

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June 1 50s Drive In — 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the St. Charles Catholic Church parking lot in Bowman. Serving hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries, pop and ice cream floats. Inside seating available.

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June 6 Sweet Water Gold Course Red, White & Blue Challenge — To register contact Wade Blankenbaker at 260-8326 or Sweet Water Golf Course at 523-5800.

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June 26 Relay for Life — Walking path north of Bowman near James Field

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July 3 Bowman Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Professional Fireworks Show — Begins at dusk at the Bowman Haley Dam

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Aug. 7 Second Annual Rainbow Run/Walk — 5K Color Walk or Run will be held at 7 p.m. Aug. 7 to start at James Field in Bowman.

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Pioneer wins 13 NDNA awards

Paper gets honors for news, editorial, photography, advertising, design excellence

The Bowman County Pioneer took home 13 awards last week during the 2015 North Dakota Newspaper Association Better Newspaper Contest Awards in Bismarck.

This marked the second year the Pioneer entered the statewide competition.

The annual NDNA awards honored excellence in news/editorial, advertising, photography and design for work completed in 2014 by daily and weekly North Dakota newspapers.

This year’s 1,001 to 1,999 circulation division saw tough competition.

With a circulation of roughly 1,500, the Pioneer sat in the middle of the division.

For the first year ever, the Pioneer won an award for overall design excellence. Three 2014 editions of the Pioneer—dates for which were predetermined by the NDNA—were submitted for judging in the overall design excellence category. The Pioneer took home third place in the category.

Pioneer Editor Bryce Martin received a total of seven awards, including three first place prizes.

Martin’s Sept. 5 “Musings from Main Street: Buying a first home” column captured first place in the personal column (serious) category

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Bowman County State’s Attorney Stephanie Pretzer told the court that the state wished to dismiss Storer’s Class-B felony charge of manufacturing

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and first in the portrait photo category for his Nov. 14 photo of Uptown Bar and Grill Owner Kara Longland.

His Feb. 21 front page—“Rocking the Voice,” which featured Kat Perkins—won first place in front page design. It was the second year in a row that Martin captured first place in the front page design category.

In addition to the first place awards, Martin’s Aug. 29 article, “Big problems facing farmers with grain car backlog,” won second place in the agricultural reporting category; his Nov. 28 story, “It’s official: ALCO to close its doors,” won third place in the business reporting category; and he received an honorable mention for his Aug. 8 article, “Medical emergency responsible for car crash into Windy’s.”

Martin, 27, won a total of seven awards at last year’s awards ceremony, which was his first NDNA competition since becoming editor

a controlled substance.

Pretzer said there was not enough evidence to connect Storer with a vile of hashish oil, which was discovered at his residence, and would likely not lead to a conviction.

Justin Vinje, Storer’s defense attorney, explained to the court that multiple individuals were arrested and charged with similar offenses in relation to the incident.

“It’s my understanding that the hashish oil materials were alleged to have been found solely in one occupant’s room,” Vinje told the court. Storer did not occupy that room, according to the defense.

Though the felony was dismissed, Storer pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor charges—a Class-A charge of possession of drug paraphernalia and a Class-B charge of possession of marijuana—that resulted from the search.

Pretzer recommended to the court that Storer be sentenced to 20 days imprisonment with all 20 days suspended for a period of 18 months. Storer would be on unsupervised probation and required to pay fines and court fees in the amount of $675.

of the Pioneer in May 2013.

This year’s awards marked the first time Nate Lee, advertising designer for the Pioneer, submitted entries for the contest.

Lee, 30, won five awards, including a first-place award for his gardening and home ad for Newby’s Ace Hardware in Bowman.

Lee also took home three third place awards for the special ad section of the 2014 North Dakota High School Finals Rodeo and ads he designed for Ricochet and Subway in Bowman. He also received an honorable mention for an ad he designed for Bowman Sales and Service.

The Pioneer’s sister publication, The Herald in New England, and its editor Cole Benz also won awards during the ceremony. They competed in the 1 to 1,000 circulation division. The paper received third place for overall design and Benz took home six awards.

Vinje made no objection but suggested that the sentence be deferred. If Storer complied with the court’s sentence then the charges would be stricken from his criminal record.

Pretzer argued against a deferral, but Anderson overruled her.

The deferral was granted on the condition that Storer break no laws and report to either the Bowman County Sheriff’s Department or Bowman/ Slope Multi-County Social Services for random drug testing.

Wickstrom faced three felony charges from the incident. He was charged with manufacturing a controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.

The charge of manufacturing was dismissed on the same grounds as Storer’s dismissal—there was not sufficient evidence to proceed, according to Pretzer.

Pretzer called to the stand Christopher Kimmerle, an agent with the Southwest Narcotics Bureau Task Force, to testify to the other charges.

Kimmerle said that he was one of the officers

that conducted the search at Storer’s residence and indicated that Wickstrom was present at the home during the search.

Among 22 items that were seized from the residence, according to documents Kimmerle referenced, law enforcement found a glass pipe that tested positive for methamphetamine residue, a container with a singular green pill that tested positive for the controlled substance oxycodone and a bag of marijuana.

Kevin McCabe, Wickstrom’s attorney, argued that Wickstrom did not solely occupy the bedroom where those items were discovered. Though testimony from Kimmerle indicated that Wickstrom’s driver’s license and personal property were found in the room. Wickstrom had also verbally identified the room as his during the search, according to Kimmerle’s testimony.

Anderson was satisfied that the state met its burden of proof and that the case would move forward.

McCabe then requested the two felonies be dismissed. He said there was not sufficient evidence to prove that Wickstrom was the sole occupant of the room, but Anderson disagreed.

Wickstrom pleaded not guilty to the two felonies.

The case now moves into the jury trial phase.

A third Bowman resident arrested during the search, Donovan Brushia, 19, was originally scheduled for a preliminary hearing the same day but his attorney filed a motion to hold the hearing at a later date due to his unavailability.

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Bowman County High School Class of 2015

Alejandro Garcia

Parents: Jaime & Rebeca Garcia Plans After Graduation: NDSCS in Wahpeton for welding

Kendra Wokal

Parents: Bob & Marilee Wokal Plans After Graduation: Going to the University of Mary to major in music

Haly Allen

Parents: Aaron & Peggy Allen Plans After Graduation: Go to Job Corps in Minot

Summer Miller

Parents: Greg & Heidi Miller Plans After Graduation: Attend UND and major in occupational therapy

Kadyn Limesand

Parents: Darren & Lenora Limesand Plans After Graduation: Major in accounting

Dylan Jacobs

Mark Kempenich

Kyle Germann

Kendra Swanson

Sarah Freitag

Ariana Zook

Sarah Kruger

Ashlee Edwards

Bondon Scott

Karly Palczewski

Haley Phelps

AbbaRae Robinson

Ryan Sime

Kalea Hoff

Marcos Tapia

Morgan Madsen

Madison Fischer

Jordan Bloomgren

Ashley Schmalz

Paul Lorge

Parents: Clint & Jodee Jacobs Plans After Graduation: Go to Dickinson State University

Parents: Annette & Mark Ballard; Steve & Carey Zook Plans After Graduation: Attend BSC to play basketball and study Athletic Training

Parents: Sandra Phelps-Oberfoell Plans After Graduation: Attend Bismarck State College to take generals

Parents: Eric Madsen & Heather Sorteberg Plans After Graduation: Attend a hair academy in Bismarck and pursue a career as a hair stylist

Parents: Keith & Melinda Kempenich Plans After Graduation: NDSCS for CASE IH program

Parents: Don & Tammie Kruger Plans After Graduation: Attend Bismarck State College for generals and transfer to a nursing program and become a nurse

Parents: Kevin & Nola Robinson Plans After Graduation: Go outside, shake some hands, go to my party

Parents: Chip & Ann Fischer Plans After Graduation: Attend the University of North Dakota then travel the world

Parents: Edwin & Karla Germann Plans After Graduation: Go to NDSCS for Diesel Tech

Parents: Mark & DeeAnn Erickson; Monte Edwards Plans After Graduation: Attend BSC and pursue a degree in Elementary Education

Parents: Stan & Cathy Sime Plans After Graduation: Study physics at SDSMT in Rapid City

Parents: Mike & Heidi Bloomgren Plans After Graduation: Earn a teaching degree at Dickinson State University

Parents: Paul & Victoria Swanson Plans After Graduation: To attend Bismarck State College

Parents: Trent & Stacy Scott Plans After Graduation: Go to NDSCS for Power Sports Technology and work for a motorcycle dealer

Parents: Craig & Janel Hoff Plans After Graduation: Attend UND and major in chemical engineering

Parents: Ron & Bonnie Schmalz Plans After Graduation: Go to nursing school and get a degree as an LPN

Parents: Blane & Jackie Freitag Plans After Graduation: Attend NDSU for Animal Science

Parents: Ron & Sheila Palczewski Plans After Graduation: Attend the University of Mary and receive a degree in Marketing

Parents: Marcos & Natividad Tapia Plans After Graduation: Get a job

Parents: Farrell & Joan Lorge Plans After Graduation: Join the Navy

It's time to send our students into the future, but not before we give them some advice Graduation season, an oft-emotional time of great celebration and reflection, is here. Though soon-to-be graduates are about to have one set of challenges firmly behind them, other important life decisions and experiences are looming in the not-too-distant future.

Although there’s no magic set of rules for post-graduation, the following advice can help recent gradates transition from the classroom to the ceremony and then life after school. · Attend the graduation ceremony.

Graduating students may debate whether or not to attend their graduation ceremonies. Such ceremonies tend to be lengthy, and outdoor affairs can be hot and uncomfortable. However, graduation is a milestone moment that you won’t get to enjoy again. Attending graduation allows you one last academic experience, and even if that may seem like too meaningful right now, you might regret skipping the ceremony down the road. · Enjoy graduation but buckle down once the dust settles. According to a survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, the job market for new graduates is improving marginally.

But the Institute for College Access and Success notes that many college graduates will be saddled with around $25,000 in debt upon earning their degrees. Many student loans have a six-month repayment grace period after graduation, so new grads who don’t already have a job lined up may want to use some of that grace period to travel, visit distant relatives or relax and recharge before their first payment comes due. Use the time wisely, but be prepared to buckle down when the time comes to start repaying loans. · Join an alumni association. Regardless of the size of your school, chances are strong they have a local alumni association and several chapters across the country. Take advantage of these organizations to connect with fellow alumni, who can be invaluable sources of information and provide connections that may help you find a job in your field. · Read and learn new skills. If you have yet to land that first job, use some of your down time to reacquaint yourself with reading for pleasure instead of reading as part of an assignment. You also can use extra time to explore new skills, such as learning certain software or applications that may help you stand out in a competitive job market. · Before you decide what you want to do, you may have to figure out what you don’t like. Another way to use free time is to volunteer or apply for internships in fields you may want to work in. These experiences can help you determine your career options and find a career you find both challenging and exciting. But such opportunities can also help you determine when a given line of work isn’t for you. Oftentimes, finding the right career path takes some trial and error. Don’t get too down if an opportunity doesn’t pan out. Instead, keep your head up and take advantage of the next opportunity that comes your way.

Graduation is a time of mixed emotions. Graduates can not only use graduation season to make lasting memories with friends but also to take the first steps toward the next phase of their lives.

Bowman County High School Class of 2015

David Chavez

Parents: Olga and Arthur Chavez Plans After Graduation: Attend the University of Mary in Bismarck.

I plan to run crosscountry and track. I will go for physical therapy and athletic training

Kaylee Heinrich

Parents: Kurt & Katina Heinrich Plans After Graduation: Attend a hair academy in Bismarck and pursue a career as a hair stylist

Lucas Meadows

Parents: David Meadows & Shira Tomboulian Plans After Graduation: Go to NDSU and study biochemistry and do research in the field of nanotechnology and computer science

Melissa Bucholz

Parents: Kevin & Debbie Bucholz Plans After Graduation: Go to UND and major in forensic psychology

Orion Thompson

Parents: Katrina Thompson Plans After Graduation: Go to college to learn chemistry, criminal justice and programming. I will live in a city and do fun stuff

Shay Moser

Parents: Ryan & Angie Moser Plans After Graduation: Attend Northern State University and major in psychology and counseling.

Kathryn Bartholomay

Becca Fisher

Parents: Jim & Wendy Bartholomay Plans After Graduation: Attend NDSU where I will pursue degrees in biochemistry and molecular biology

Chandler Braaten

Parents: Rick & Laurie Braaten Plans After Graduation: Go to Wahpeton, graduate from college and live a happy life

Parents: Brian & Pam Fisher Plans After Graduation: Go to Rapid City and do an internship to get certified as a personal fitness trainer

Justyce Duffield

Parents: Brad Duffield & Heidi Fischer Plans After Graduation: Attend the University of Mary, run track and get a physical therapy degree

Kyle McGee

Parents: Doug & Darcy McGee Plans After Graduation: Attend Bismarck State College for power plant technology

Jason Schade

Parents: Duane & Roma Schade Plans After Graduation: Bismarck State College for Farm and Ranch Management

Tel Lardy

Parents: Scott & Nicole Lardy Plans After Graduation: Go to Chadron State College in Chadron, Neb.; participate in college rodeo

Bowman County High School Class of 2015's graduation will be held at 2 p.m. May 24 inside the school's gymnasium

"Do not follow where the path may lead. Go, instead, where there is no path and leave a trail."

- Ralph Waldo Emerson

Scranton High School Class of 2015

Jessica Anne Hutzenbiler

Parents: Shane & Meg Hutzenbiler Plans After Graduation: National Guard

Casey Joppa

Parents: Dayne & Julie Green Plans After Graduation: Play college ball and study criminal justice

Vance Valloff

Parents: Randy & KariLei Valloff Plans After Graduation: Attend Western Dakota Tech and major in diesel mechanics

McKenna Wegner

Parents: Steven & Carol Wegner Plans After Graduation: Attend Concordia College in Moorhead for pre-law, business and philosophy.

CONGRATULATIONS FROM THESE FINE COMMUNITY MEMBERS: Shear Designs Bowman Sales & Service Hibachi House Farmers Union Oil Company Frontier Travel Center Dakota Community Bank & Trust Sadowsky & Wild Law Office Southwest Abstract & Title Company SW Auto Supply/Pronto Morland Financial Services Bowman Chiropractic Clinic Flowers & Cappuccino by Lasting Visions

Dimitri Clapper

Parents: Jesse Clapper & Amy Hunsaker Plans After Graduation: I will be attending NDSCS

Jarett Hestekin

Parents: Jay & Cindy Hestekin Plans After Graduation: Attend Western Dakota Tech in Rapid City to study electrical trades

Ricochet/Dakota Hair Company (Congrats Tel) Style Plus Farmers Union Insurance/Marcus Fischer Northwest Tire Inc Bachmeier Chiropractic Classic Beauty Salon American Family Insurance/ Stephanee Germann Agency Dale’s Clothing Borderline Bowman Drug Company Dakota Western Bank Dakota Western Insurance Agency

Kaylee Pierce

Parents: Shawn & Apryl Pierce Plans After Graduation: Attend North Dakota State University this fall with a major in architecture

Brinley Norton

Parents: Bill & Camille Norton Plans After Graduation: Go to college at the University of Mary and major in respiratory therapy

Devin Kromarek

Parents: Jason Kromarek & Stacy Mader Plans After Graduation: Attend NDSCS

Zayn Johns

Parents: Joe Johns & Jada Hofland Plans After Graduation: Attend Arapahoe Community College

Bonnie J Anderson, DDS Prairie Dental – Drs Kelly & Sarsland Bowman Veterinary Clinic Brosz Engineering Farm Credit Services of Mandan Flower Nook Scranton Public Schools Bowman County Schools Erickson’s Meat Market Thrivent Financial/Bryan Clendenen Budget Host 4-U Motel Double EE Service Gary’s Jack & Jill North Winds Lodge

Damon Mellmer

Parents: Mike & Heidi Mellmer Plans After Graduation: Attend NDSCS and obtain a degree in construction management

Scranton High School Class of 2015's graduation will be held at 4 p.m. May 24 inside the school's gymnasium

Newby’s Ace Hardware Ken’s Super Valu GG’s Closet Sleepy Hollow Kustoms Coyle Electric Inc. Bowman Chamber of Commerce Tri-State Chiropractic Center Woodley Construction Supply Inc Nodak Mutual Insurance Southwest Ag Inc. Has Been’s Krebsbach & Kulseth Funeral Service Western Frontier Insurance Agency Inc. ABLE, Inc.

Go forward and make your community proud. Congratulations 2015 graduates, from the Bowman County Pioneer and the Finder.

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City discusses new liquor license ordinance, MDU-Slope Electric service agreement

By Bryce Martin

Pioneer Editor bmartin@countrymedia.net A special 10-person committee met several times over the last few months with a large task at hand: to make recommendations for changes in the city’s liquor license ordinance.

Those recommendations were discussed during the Bowman City Board of Commissioners regular meeting May 19 prior to the city’s adoption of a changed ordinance at a later date.

The ordinance’s proposed changes are big, according to Bowman Zoning Administrator Cheryl Ryan. The ordinance is stricter and costs more.

Several local business owners, current liquor license holders, law enforcement and city staff met at least five times in the last three months for discussion to shape a new ordinance.

The issue over the city’s current ordinance was first brought up during a city meeting in February when the city was approached by several businesses looking to get a license.

The committee was established to form suggestions for an ordinance that would not limit the city’s growth but would also protect current establishments.

According to Commissioner Chuck Whitney, the committee succeeded.

The commissioners held discussion at Tuesday’s meeting regarding the committee’s recommendations and made no formal decision on their adoption.

Two of the proposed ordinance’s largest changes were the creation of an issuance fee for businesses seeking a new license and the removal of the restricting guarding the amount of licenses the city can grant.

The proposed changes to the ordinance also include a lengthy list of new classifications for licenses.

“We went back and forth on it,” Ryan told the commissioners.

The 11 new classifications were placed in the ordinance to ensure fairness for those applying for a license—different establishments seek different licenses and that was reflected in the changes offered, according to Ryan.

Each classification also carried with it a different issuance fee, which ranged from $10,000 for a business wanting an on- and off-sale liquor and beer license to $3,500 for offsale wine and beer only.

Other establishments, such as restaurants, catering services, hotels and certain small businesses would also pay a fee depending on which classification they desired.

Current licensed businesses would be exempt from any issuance fees and would continue to pay their annual renewal fees, which Teran Doerr, executive director for the Bowman County Development Corp., indicated did not change.

Ryan admitted that the issuance fees were costly but were necessary to ensure only serious people interested in a license came forward.

Funds from the issuance fee would go into an Alcohol Education and Awareness Fund utilized by the Bowman Police Department for education, equipment and other purposes related to the use and abuse of alcohol, according to the ordinance.

Doerr indicated it was left open for the commission to make additional allocations in the future, such as for a ride-home service for inebriated patrons.

“We address current liquor license holders in that it helps to give them added value to what they already have,” Commission President Lyn James said.

If an existing business is more than 60 days late in paying its annual renewal fee, the city reserves the right to make that establishment start over with the application process.

Any violations to any part of the ordinance would set an establishment back $2,000, an increase from the previous ordinance’s $500 fee.

That’s to ensure people comply, Ryan explained.

“People will definitely take notice,” she said.

Ryan indicated there are some local establishments that would like to move forward with the licensure process when it is approved.

The first scheduled reading and public hearing on the changed ordinance was scheduled for the city’s next meeting,

ordinance is available to

'STRICTER, MORE view on the city’s website, COSTLY': Overview www.bowmannd.com) of proposed changes to city MDU asks for liquor license city agreement to define service The city will hold two public hearings and readareas ings of the ordinance, presently scheduled for the June 2 and June 16 city commission meetings, before a vote is held.

Proposed changes include: n Creation of eleven new classifications of licenses. n Removes current cap that limits how many licenses can be granted. n Creation of a new, one-time "issuance" fee paid upon issuance of license — ranging from $10,000 for a business wanting an on- and off-sale liquor and beer license to $3,500 for offsale wine and beer only.

Other establishments, such as restaurants, catering services, hotels and certain small businesses would also pay a fee depending on which classification they desired. n Current licensed businesses are exempt from any issuance fees; renewal rates for current license holders does not increase. n Funds from the issuance fee goes into an Alcohol Education and Awareness Fund used by the Bowman Police Department for education, equipment and other purposes related to the use and abuse of alcohol.

City could choose to add a ride-home service using the funds at a later date. n If a business is more than 60 days late in paying its annual renewal fee, the city has the right to make that establishment start over with the application process. n Any violations of the ordinance would cost a $2,000 fee, an increase from the current ordinance’s $500 fee.

June 2. A second reading and hearing would follow at the city’s June 16 meeting. Community members are invited to attend both hearings and voice input.

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Representatives from MDU Resources Group Inc. recommended during the city meeting that the commission request a service area agreement between Bowman’s electric providers, Montana-Dakota Utilities Co., which is a division of MDU Resources, and New Englandbased co-op Slope Electric.

“MDU feels it would be beneficial,” said Reagon Brills of MDU Resources.

It would allow MDU to grow and keep rates lower for existing customers, he added.

Establishing such an agreement would create a map that would amend current franchise agreements between MDU and Slope Electric. The determination of service areas would then be made by both companies and would not involve the city. The agreement would not cost the city.

The agreement would detail the specific area where each franchised utility provides service and deter confusion regarding new developments and avoid disputes between the providers, Brills explained. Past disputes in areas without service agreements were often met with litigation.

Brills said while MDU sees the advantage of the agreement, prior discussion with Slope Electric indicated they didn’t want one.

Slope Electric’s upper management was in a board meeting on Wednesday and was unable to comment.

Both companies currently have legal rights to service within Bowman city limits, though it was indicated that MDU covers all customers in that area.

Both companies would agree to keep existing customers if a service agreement was made unless a transfer was requested.

“It sounds to me like we’re institutionalizing

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tablish a tree board and city forester.

The proposed ordinance’s new language states that tree must be planted outside the 13-foot public right-of-way, which is measured from the back of the curb, and back eight feet from the rear of the lot or alley. The previous ordinance dictated a 20-foot placement from curbs.

Placement of shrubs also changed. Shrubs, hedges and bushes three feet or less in height at full maturity must be two feet and six inches from the back of the curb; shrubs over three feet tall must be placed outside of the 13-foot right-of-way and five feet from the rear of the lot.

A new tree board formed under the ordinance would be responsible for planting, pruning and removal of all trees located within the street right-ofway, easements, alleys, cemetery and parks of the city.

(The full tree ordinance is available to view on the city’s website, www.bowmannd.com)

areas of monopoly. Yes or no?” Whitney asked Brills.

Brills agreed—while MDU is recognized as a monopoly, it is under regulatory oversight, he said.

“At that point, you are limiting people’s choices to purchase stuff,” Whitney replied.

But either way, there isn’t a choice, Brills explained.

Current laws dictate that providers cannot cross or duplicate another electrical company’s facilities and thereby establishes service areas.

James admitted it was a big decision and suggested the commission think about the agreement and make a decision at the board’s next meeting.

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O pinion LETTER TO THE EDITOR

School's actions show 'disrespect, dishonesty' The rural western North Dakota landscape like its people is something precious; a rare gem within the Midwest. Its sculpted valleys and buttes appear seamlessly held in place between the endless sky and plains. Homesteads blanket the region with the fabric of descendants from those who dared to tame the unyielding badlands. Those who sought the challenge and the lineage thereafter have survived, perhaps even thrived, given the support of the larger community.

The connection to one’s community is a significant factor in why citizens and families chose and choose to stay on this rural land.

Whether the 4-H Club, American Legion, or local parishioners are in need of support, it rains down in abundance. When someone falls ill, help will follow.

Luke Kilzer, my threeyear-old grandson from Hettinger, great grandson of the late Leonard and Clara Fischer (who lived their entire lives in Bowman County), is one such example. Luke has just recently been diagnosed with acute leukemia and is presently undergoing chemotherapy at the University of Minnesota Children’s Hospital. The outpouring of support through a variety of benefits, some hosted by complete strangers, speaks to the gracious decency of rural North Dakotans, somehow we all indirectly know one another. I grew up in the rural countryside of Rhame with 13 siblings, everyone knew the Fischer family. Nine of the 14 siblings stayed in rural ND and raised their families in much the same way, contributing 88 children and grandchildren who have either graduated from or are presently attending the local school system of Rhame and Bowman. These 88 do not even include Leonard and Clara's siblings who mostly all settled in Bowman County and have their own descendants attending this school system as well.

I was recently disheartened when the Administrators of the Rhame and Bowman grade school, rejected a request to distribute a flyer to all the students for a teeshirt fundraiser that was being held for Luke and his family. The principal’s response to the organizer of the fundraiser was that there really aren’t that many Fischers in the school system, I was shocked, to say the least, by such a disingenuous and disrespectful response. There are currently 37 students in the Rhame/Bowman schools who belong to my nieces and nephews, which is not an insignificant number.

These children are all cousins to Luke's mother, Maria Fischer Kilzer. This connection to the community was explained to the elementary principal by the organizer of the fundraiser but to no avail.

There was no monetary or time commitment needed from the faculty and/or staff and it was explained to her that the schools of Hettinger, Regent, Scranton and Mott all participated in the distribution of flyers and hosted separate fundraisers, no questions asked. From what I understand they were happy to participate and allow their students the option of placing an order for one of these cute T-shirts to help support this family.

This example shows a disrespectful if not dishonest school administration. Behavior such as this erodes the values that have prevailed in this area for generations. If our children are not given the opportunity to support one another with the freedom of their own choices we have done a great disservice to our future and the faith, integrity and grit that have shaped us. Let our character not be as thin as our soil but as steadfast as our bountiful history of unwavering support for our family and neighbors.

- Bernie Fischer, Bismarck

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Hat Tips By Dean Meyer

Hello, One of my favorite shows over the years was Seinfeld. I’m sure you’ve seen it. It is a show about nothing.

I’ve a couple friends that remind me of the Seinfeld show. They often argue and fight about nothing.

To protect the innocent, I won’t give you their names. I’ll just call them Shannon and Jim. Now Shannon and Jim will make an occasional friendly wager. It may be on a ball game or the weight of a cow. It may be in a game of pinochle or the price of pie at the restaurant. They may partner on a certain class of livestock, or they may be in competition on that

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calf. You never know.

The story I’m going to relate is on one of their wagers.

They were watching the National Finals Rodeo with a group of friends. A live broadcast.

At least they call it live.

But to make room for the advertisements and such, there is a ten-minute delay.

Jim realized that he could look at the results of an event just before the “live” event started.

So he offered Shannon a golden opportunity. He would pick one rider per event and Shannon could have the other fourteen contestants! Shannon realized that the chances of Jim winning were at best one in fifteen. Odds much better than buying pull tabs or planting wheat.

Well, Jim got lucky. He won the bareback riding.

Couldn’t happen again.

But it did. He won the calf roping. The barrel racing. The bronc riding.

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Connie Riedlinger from Williston stopped at her mother’s Barbara Schaff on Saturday and Sunday.

Connie was on her way home from Denver where she was spending time with her sister and her brother.

Quite a large crowd

attended the Song and Scripture with Lenny Fischer and Lane and Ann Dingfelder at the Chapel Sunday afternoon.

David and Barbara Kitzan stopped here after the funeral of Lafern Pulkrabek on Saturday afternoon. We called Ada over and we played a couple games of pinochle before they left.

Pam spent Monday morning with me. She helped me clean my closet and some of my dresser drawers. John

The team roping. The steer wrestling. The man was on a roll like you wouldn’t believe.

Finally, it was time to ride bulls. Jim was ahead a couple hundred dollars. But, being a gentleman, he told Shannon he would give him a break. He would take a rookie bull rider that had bucked off eight in a row.

Shannon grabbed that bait like a giant northern feeding along the shore in the spring. He insisted that since he was so far behind, they go double or nothing on the last event. It would be $400 or nothing!

One of the top bull riders in the world came out and quickly put up a fantastic score of 91! One of the highest scores in NFR history. Shannon jumped and screamed and was ecstatic. He did a touchdown dance that would have made an Super Bowl receiver jealous.

Finally, it was the poor rookies turn. He had

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and Pam had been to Fargo over the weekend to attend the graduation ceremony of little Temperence. She was among the group that graduated from kindergarten to the first grade. Temperence is the daughter of Trever and Jayme Meier and granddaughter of Pam and John. Dybe Jacobs spent part of late Sunday visiting me.

Friday afternoon Lane and Ann and Jim Quenzer played and entertained which was enjoyed by whole the crowd. Also

drawn a bull that was impossible to ride. Shannon upped the ante another $50. Reluctantly, Jim agreed.

The chute gate opened and the bull exploded out of there! The crowd was on their feet screaming.

Shannon was cheering for the bull. Jim was cheering for the cowboy.

It was classic. The whistle blew as the cowboy came off. The crowd looked at the judges. Thumbs up!

And crowd screamed as they announced the new leader. Ninety-two and a half points! The rookie had won! And Shannon was devastated.

Some months later, in a rare moment of mercy, Jim admitted that he had been peeking at the computer and had prior knowledge of the winner.

His compassion clearly overwhelmed everyone when he gave Shannon half his money back. A true friend and sportsman.

Later, Dean

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Morris had a cute skit.

The weather has been rather upset in the past few days. They even forecast snow, but I don’t know if we got some in North Dakota or not.

Monday afternoon we helped Bernie Ratzlaff celebrate his 85th birthday. Bernie’s wife and her friend attended the party.

We had a tasty spice birthday cake. Happy Birthday Bernie.

We would also like to thank those who donated Girl Scout Cookies for us to enjoy…thank you!!

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BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER

OBITUARIES

LaFern Pulkrabek, 96

LaFern G. Pulkrabek, 96, of Bowman passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at the Southwest Healthcare Long Term Center in Bowman.

Funeral Services for LaFern were at 1 p.m. May 16, 2015 at the Bowman Lutheran Church. Pastor Mark Nygard officiated with burial to follow in the Bowman Cemetery.

Visitation for LaFern was from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, May 15, 2015.

LaFern G. Roecker was born on June 13, 1918

in Mott, the daughter of George and Flora Bell (Utter) Roecker. She was reared in Berry Township and attended grade school for eight years until attending and graduating from Mott Lincoln High School in 1935.

After high school, LaFern then attended and graduated from Dickinson State University where she received her standard teaching degree. LaFern then taught school at both Conner School #1 and Conner School #2 in Slope County.

On June 8, 1939, LaFern was united in marriage to

Emil Pulkrabek and they made their home on the Pulkrabek Homestead with Emil’s brother, Rimond.

They farmed for a number of years until retiring and moving into Bowman in April 1973.

LaFern was very active in her communities and served on several of the boards. She loved raising a garden and flowers.

Friends were always welcome for a meal. She was always ready and willing to help anyone in need.

LaFern is survived by her sisters, Lois Barcroft, Camarillo, Calif.,

and Anna Belle Penman of Rialto, Calif., and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death her parents, husband Emil, brother William and sister Mary.

Krebsbach and Kulseth Funeral Services was in charge of the arrangements.

James Jeffres, 56 James Jay Jeffres, 56, of Scranton passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2016 at the Southwest Healthcare Hospital in Bowman.

Funeral Services for James were at 1 p.m. on

Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at the Krebsbach Funeral Home Chapel. Pastor Charles Swanson officiated with burial at a later date.

Jimmy was born Oct. 26, 1958 to Kenneth Lee and Margaret Jeffres in Thermopolis, Wyo., where he spent his youth.

He is survived by two sons, Agustus James and Eli Crandall Jeffres, born to him and Christine Kochel. Gus and Eli where his “heartshines” as his tattoo attested.

He lived his last year in Scranton and found a peace there within him-

self that had been missing for a long time. He leaves behind sisters Stormy Jeffres (Donny Henderson), Casey Scott (Ron Scott) Nieces and Nephews Jimilee DeZort, Stephanie Scott, Beverly Bos, Savanna MacConnell, Casey Lee Sharp and J.B Sharp.

He will be missed by all who loved and knew him, his many brothers who walk with him through his hard, happy travels through life filled with laughter.

Krebsbach and Kulseth Funeral Services of Bowman was in charge of the arrangements.

PLAYING IN THE MUD

Fourth graders help repair museum’s sod house

By Bryce Martin

Pioneer Editor bmartin@countrymedia.net Both fourth grade classes from Roosevelt Elementary in Bowman got to play in the mud Monday as they helped the Pioneer Trails Regional Museum restore its historic sod house.

The students spent about an hour-and-a-half learning about sod houses and helping repair the sod house sitting on the museum’s lot.

The project began with the students viewing historic photographs of sod schools from around Bowman County, such as the Lone Tree School. Museum Manager Lori Nohner then led a discussion about how and why people built sod houses.

The students spent time

making mud to fill in the house’s holes and cracks.

The sod house they helped repair sits on the northeast lot of the museum and was built by the museum in April 2006.

“The structure needed some TLC,” Nohner said.

“It was great to have such a helpful group of kids.

They had a lot of fun playing in the mud and helping out the museum.”

The sod house, also called a “soddy,” was a successor to the log cabin during the frontier settlement of the U.S. and Canada. While the prairie lacked standard building materials such as wood or stone, sod from thickly rooted prairie grass was abundant. Thus sod houses were frequently constructed and used.

The city of Bowman donated the dirt for the restoration project.

Students got their clothes dirty while they worked to make mud for the house. (Photo Courtesy Lori Nohner)

Fourth grade students from Roosevelt Elementary help fix holes in the museum's sod house. (Photo Courtesy Lori Nohner)

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Robert Brewer Peggy Harzinski Personal Representatives MACKOFF KELLOGG LAW FIRM 38 Second Avenue East Dickinson, ND 58601 Attorneys for Personal Representatives PUBLISHED IN THE BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER MAY 22, 2015 SCRANTON BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING APRIL 15, 2015 The regular meeting of the board was called to order by President Mellmer at 7:59 p.m. in the superintendent’s office. Members present were Mellmer, Dillon, Sanford and Reitz. Evans was absent. Others present were Jeremy Dietchman, Michalle Engraf, Superintendent Pretzer, Principal Pierce and Business Manager Eberle.

The agenda was read and one addition was made.

There was a motion by Reitz, a second by Sanford to approve the minutes. All were in favor.

The motion carried.

The monthly financial reports were reviewed by the board and filed for the auditors.

The March, 2015, payroll expenses were $130,720.78. The check stubs issued were numbers 7708-7777. The checks issued were numbers 27804-27809.

There was a motion by Sanford, a second by Reitz to approve the payroll. All were in favor. The motion carried.

Discussion was held on recruitment of teachers.

Superintendent Pretzer updated the board on possible summer projects including kitchen floor tile, automated boiler dialing system, asphalt maintenance, painting and general upkeep and the gym floor maintenance that will take place the end of June.

There was a motion by Reitz, a second by Dillon to approve the Scranton School District’s participation in completing and submitting the Consolidated Application involving Title I, Title II-A, Title IID, and other federal grants which may include the reaping of funds on the Title I application. All were in favor. The motion carried.

Superintendent Pretzer reported on the trade in of the 2007 Grasshopper mower for a 2015 model.

Superintendent Pretzer and Principal Pierce updated the board on the Smarter Balanced testing progress.

Discussion was held on the possibility of purchasing a house in Scranton for use as a teacher rental.

Superintendent Pretzer updated the board on the education funding bill.

Principal Pierce and Superintendent Pretzer reported on elementary and secondary school activities.

Mellmer, Reitz and Dillon reported on the completed negotiations.

The board set the following noncertified salaries: bus drivers $35 per trip, Rachelle Bergstrom $15 per hour, Avis Caron - $14.10 per hour, Sub Cook - $13.50 per hour, Rocky Kinsey - $17.50 per hour, Tiffany Green - $15.50 per hour, Deidre Mack - $14.00 per hour, Jana Anderson - $14.00 per hour, and Angie Eberle $41,340 per year.

The board negotiated the Superintendent/High School Principal’s three-year contract: 2015-16 salary - $99,816; 2016-17 salary - $104,316; 2017-18 salary - $108,816. The Superintendent/ Elementary Principal will be responsible for rent at the Dilse rental house.

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.

Michael Mellmer, President Angie Eberle, Business Manager PUBLISHED IN THE BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER MAY 22, 2015 Scranton School District Bills April, 2015 General Fund: AT & T 226.24; Baker Furniture 524.94; Blue Cross of ND 19,076.20; Carol Dilse 300; CDW-G 204.06; Christian Giddings 3000; City of Scranton 474.95; Companion Corporation 75; Consolidated Telcom 460.32; Country Media 83.70; Expressway Inn 339.80; Flinn Scientific 127.83; Grand International 399.75; JW Pepper 567.70; Jangula Piano Tuning 300; John Meier 225; John Pretzer 137; Lynn Brown 200; MDU 3115.28; Network Services 379.69; Newby’s Ace Hardware 18.84; ND State Library 55.00; NW Tire 2228.20; Pitsco 81.20; Polly Markegard 67.54; Praxair 104.30; Sanford Health 60; SBM 40.57; Super Valu 53.66; Scranton Equity 16,497.75; SW Healthcare 35; Trucks of Bismarck 61.03; UND Office of Extended Learning 250; VISA 2,656.18; West Plains 10,150; West River Student Services 2,324.53; Woodley Construction 7.47 Fund total: 64,908.74 Food Services: Dean Foods 538.16; Scranton Super Valu 53.86, SNA 40.25; US Foodservice 3,158.03 Fund total: 4,075.70 PUBLISHED IN THE BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER MAY 22, 29 & JUNE 5, 2015

TO: Stella Lambert; Mildred Bliss, aka Mildred Bliss Reibestein; Evelyn Bailey, aka Evelyn M. Lemay; Gerald Lambert; Ray Lambert; Hazel Caron; Eileen Venaro; Corrine Dwyer; and Loretta Freeman, record owners of mineral interests: TAKE NOTICE, that, under the authority granted in Sec. 38-18.106, NDCC, that Roger Ruggles, as surface owner of the following described real estate situate in the County of Bowman and State of North Dakota: TOWNSHIP 131 NORTH, RANGE 100 WEST of the 5th P.M. Section 12: SW1/4 Section 13: N1/2 Section 14: ALL hereby gives notice of the lapse of mineral interests of the abovenamed record mineral interest owners on, in or under the land above described, and of his intention to succeed to the mineral interest of the above-named record mineral interest owners, and of his intention to claim title to such lapsed minerals as being abandoned mineral interests.

Sec. 38-18.1-02, NDCC, provides that the title to the abandoned mineral interests vests in the owner of the surface estate in the land in or under which such mineral interests are located on the date of the abandonment.

Please take FURTHER NOTICE, that each of you, as the abovenamed record mineral interest owner, have sixty (60) days after the first publication of this Notice to record a statement of claim in the office of Recorder in and for Bowman County, North Dakota, in accordance with Sec. 38-18.104, NDCC. If no statement of the claim is filed within such sixty (60) day period, the title to the abandoned mineral interests will vest in the undersigned owner of the surface interest in and to the land hereinabove described.

Dated this 19th day of May, 2015.

STEVEN J. WILD as Attorney for Roger Ruggles Subscribed and sworn to before me this 19th day of May, 2015.

PUBLISHED IN THE BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER MAY 22, 2015 BOWMAN CITY COMMISSION TO MEET NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN; that the Bowman City Commission will meet June 2, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. in the Commission Chambers at City Hall (101 1st Street, NE) to hold a public hearing on Case No. LDC15-004 and conduct the first reading of the ordinance for an amendment to Chapter 8, Article 6, Alcoholic Beverages of the Municipal Code. The amendments include, but are not limited to the following: 1) expanding the alcohol sale classifications that pertain to the type of alcohol served to better reflect the variety of businesses that sell alcohol; 2) establishing new “City Issuance” fees for alcohol sales classifications; 3) expanding the yearly renewal fees to coincide with the expansion of alcohol sales classifications; 4) adding new language for license transfers; and 5) other items properly relating thereto. This amendment will affect uses in all non-residential zones, including (but not limited to): Commercial (C), Industrial (I), Planned Unit Development (PUD), and P (Park and Public). To examine the case file for the project please make an appointment with Cheryl Ryan, Zoning Director, City of Bowman by calling 701-523-7627 or 701-523-3309 or Teran Doerr, Executive Director, Bowman Development Corporation by call 701-523-3322.

PUBLISHED IN THE BOWMAN COUNTY PIONEER MAY 22, 2015 UNAPPROVED MINUTES FOR RHAME CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, MAY 12, 2015 7:00 PM LOCATION: CITY HALL I. Meeting called to order at 7:05 p.m. by Grace Wood, acting Mayor.

II. Roll Call: Deb Streets, Cassey Griggs, Nick Werth, Doug Schneider, Grace Wood, Mike Germann, Andy Adkisson, Sheldon Hewton, Dennis Walser, Gail Olson, Helen Edwards, Pam Getz, Joshua Um-

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breit, Scott Luvaas 1. Surge Funding – Shannon gave an update on the Water Main Plan. This has been completed. Permit is ready to go, Grace will need to sign. Motion to designate Mike to sign street projects, and Andy to sign Water projects on all paperwork made

by Grace, seconded by Mike, motion carried. Camera will come to Rhame around June first and look at sewer/water lines. Lagoon Project is on hold until the lagoon is emptied into second cell. Water line plans, found water service plans at the elevator.

Leave water lines on south of RR on the 4” line. Will include the elevator lines to the plans so they are complete. Will put out to bids as soon as possible, hopefully by the June meeting the water permits will be in place. Shannon will come to meeting.

III. Motion made by Andy to approve March 9 & 16 and April 13, 2015 Minutes, seconded by Mike, motion carried.

IV. Committee Reports: V. Finance – Motion made by Andy to approve March & April 2015 Financials, seconded by Mike, motion carried.

1. A/R Aging Report –Two overdue invoices, Margie will contact these customers.

2. SW Water usage report – in the black VI. Streets –Neil Eagon requested gravel for Fargo Street, street is sloppy when wet. Gravel needed between Steve Pfau to Jess Getz house. Scott estimated the street will need at least three loads. Miller to haul and Josh will get costs for gravel from the county. Motion made by Mike to get three loads of gravel, second

by Andy, motion carried. Talked to McDonald Paving regarding sealing Main Street. The cost from the railroad to the beginning of North Street will cost $38k and from the railroad to Highway 12 is $5K. Discuss on chip sealing by the County. Will ask Neil Hoffland when he comes back from leave if the County is willing to chip seal the street. Discussion on the sewer project for the Voigt’s building

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on Main Street, this will be done at a later date. Motion made by Andy to contact McDonalds and set up a meeting regarding sealing Main Street, seconded by Scott, motion carried.

VII. City Works 1. Branch Burning – Burn band is in place will have to wait to burn branches.

2. Jail & Log Cabin – Motion to have Joshua paint and fix up the jail by Gala Days if possible make

by Scott, seconded by Mike, motion carried.

VIII. Police – Scott has been working with the RR and has been making head way – Noticed that the trains have not been blocking the tracks as much.

IX. Equipment – Josh will be putting the grader back together.

Council done not want to put any more money into the grader at this time.

X. Park – Water pipes being fixed, ordered baseball plates, will rototill gravel and get it worked out and smoothed. Must have it ready by the 19th. Water meter has been replaced – meter has to be pulled each year.

XI. Old Business.

XII. Discussion on the suggestion of giving Wanda Voigt 13 feet on the north side of Block 6, Lot 17, Original Townsite and giving Deb Street 13 feet on the north side of Block 6 lot 14 Original Townsite . Motion to keep the properties as is and not give the 13 feet to Wanda or Deb made by Andy, seconded by Scott. Roll call vote: Andy, aye - Mike, aye - Scott, aye – Grace, aye, motion carried.

1. Bids on Blk 6, lots 15 & 16.

Two bids – Doug Schneider bid $5,000 and will build storage units. Rocky Wallman bid $9,540 and would like to build a small hotel or cabins. Rocky’s plan could change to one building or may do nothing. Motion by Scott to contact Rocky and request more information on his plans, seconded

by Andy, motion carried. Margie will call Rocky Wallman.

XIII.New Business.

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1. Motion to put Grace Wood on Dakota Western Bank as a signer made by Scott, seconded by Mike, motion carried.

2. Second Reading – Change in Speed Limit. Motion to approve speed limit change made by Mike, seconded by Scott, motion carried.

3. Update - Roosevelt-Custer Community Block Grant – 2015.

Rhame does not quality for grant due to income levels.

4. Oil/Gas Impact Grant – will work on grant for repaving Main Street. Motion to apply for grant made by Scott, seconded by Andy, motion carried.

5. Cell Phone Tower – Delayed until 2016. Pat Getz is looking into putting a cell phone antenna on county tower.

6. Rhame Clean up. – Motion to order third dumpster made by Scott, seconded by Mike, motion carried 7. Appropriation of Water – Luff Exploration – no problem 8. Pat Getz- Use of Roller – No, due to the insurance risks.

9. Approval of invoices – Motion to approve invoices made by Andy, seconded by Mike, motion carried.

XIV. Comments – Cassey would like to know if he can remove the marker lines on his property – Scott doesn’t see a problem with this. The flags are only good for 10 days.

XV. Nick noticed there are a lot of dandelions in town. Wanted to know if anyone sprays. Scott said the City used to spray them but the cost is high. Josh has been doing some spraying when he mows.

XVI. Motion made by Scott to put a notice in the next water bill that all junk cars must be cleaned up/ moved out by July 1, 2015 or the owners will be prosecuted, seconded by Mike, motion carried.

XVII. Pam ask everyone to be caution of children crossing on North Street.

XVIII. Dennis – would like to see discussion on replacing water and sewer lines. We are starting with camera work in water/sewer

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lines and then will begin work on Lagoon. City does not have the money to do a lot with the water and sewer lines at this time.

XIX. Federal Grant for second siren has been submitted. Will put a pole by AG shed for the siren to be mounted on, this area is owned by the Bowman County School District. Will get the ok to

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do this in writing from the School District. Motion for the go forward and install pole with written permission from the school made by Andy, seconded by Mike, motion carried. All Commissioners, the Mayor, the Auditor, and the Maintenance man must take classes for this. Also, one person must attend a yearly meeting.

Vacant Board Position

Bowman Parks and Recreation Board has a vacant Board position. Interested persons should contact Julie Lambourn, Clerk at 701-523-3896 by June 4, 2015.

PUBLIC MEETING The Bowman County Emergency Manager and Slope County Emergency Manager in cooperation with the Planning Committee invite you to attend a public meeting for your community input on the annual update of the Bowman County and Slope County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan.

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12.0401 Automobiles, Personal Property – When a Nuisance Unsheltered storage of old, used, stripped, junked and other automobiles not in good, safe operating condition, and of any other vehicles, machinery implements and/or equipment and personal property of any kind which is no longer safe for the purposes for which it was manufactured, for a period of thirty (30) days or more (except in a licensed junk yard) within the City, and any motor vehicle, animal and article of personal property which constitutes an obstruction to, hazard or detriment to public traffic, snow removal operations, public safety and public health, or which may be abandoned or unclaimed within the City, is hereby declared to be a nuisance and/or dangerous to public safety and shall be abated in the manner prescribed in this article.

The City of Rhame is requesting all vehicles described in the about ordinance be removed from the corporate limits of the City of Rhame no later than July 1, 2015.

Baker Metal & Recycling will come pick up the cars and pay $40 a ton. Anyone interested is welcome to call City Hall at 279-5555.

You will be put on a list and a date will be set for BMR to come out and pick up the cars.

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65536 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Genworth Life and Annuity Insurance Company In the state of Virginia Total Assets 24,241,988,787 Total Liabilities 22,093,819,070 Common Capital Stock 25,651,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 1,485,172,431 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 637,346,286 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 2,148,169,717 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 24,241,988,787 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 6,291,402.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 5,472,179.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 224,493.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 308,824.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

# shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 285,323,300 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 2,812,152,435 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 682,851.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 99,459.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 780,673.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 628,274.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

Common Capital Stock 5,690,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 2,918,615 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 4,773,990,071 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 781,843,515 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 5,564,442,201 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 123,444,990,551 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 33,568,108.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 36,291,917.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 70,329.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 112,842.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

70025 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Genworth Life Insurance Company In the state of Delaware Total Assets 38,163,215,437 Total Liabilities 34,938,855,986 Common Capital Stock 4,561,258 Preferred Capital Stock 300,000 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 3,125,742,875 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 155,038,119 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 61,282,801 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 3,224,359,451 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 38,163,215,437 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 2,386,424.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 4,726,235.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 6,315,330.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 6,704,649.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 70939 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Gerber Life Insurance Company In the state of New York Total Assets 2,812,152,435 Total Liabilities 2,526,829,135 Common Capital Stock 148,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 22,743,332 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 114,079,968 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0

62286 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Golden Rule Insurance Company In the state of Indiana Total Assets 718,208,451 Total Liabilities 405,025,824 Common Capital Stock 3,262,704 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 14,162,016 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 50,205,501 Unassigned funds (surplus) 245,552,406 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 313,182,627 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 718,208,451 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 111,434.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 137,312.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 82,777.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 125,944.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 63312 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Great American Life Insurance Company In the state of Ohio Total Assets 22,772,579,798 Total Liabilities 21,136,547,805 Common Capital Stock 2,512,500 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 766,431,234 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 867,088,259 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 1,636,031,993 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 22,772,579,798 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 13,763,449.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,383,080.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

78778 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Guardian Life & Annuity Insurance Company In the state of Delaware Total Assets 15,656,247,058 Total Liabilities 15,429,062,236 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 331,500,000 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) -106,815,179 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 227,184,821 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 15,656,247,057 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 1,837,419.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 631,637.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 83607 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Guggenheim Life & Annuity Insurance Company In the state of Delaware Total Assets 12,812,436,818 Total Liabilities 12,166,479,063 Common Capital Stock 2,750,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 400,000,000 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 243,207,755 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 645,957,755 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 12,812,436,818 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 10,867,930.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 689,879.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM,

70815 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Hartford Life and Accident Insurance Company In the state of Connecticut Total Assets 9,086,882,540 Total Liabilities 7,494,547,445 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 352,497,841 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 1,200,000 Unassigned funds (surplus) 1,236,137,254 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 1,592,335,095 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 9,086,882,540 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 3,108,116.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,508,488.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 3,233,903.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 2,318,542.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 71153 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Hartford Life and Annuity Insurance Company In the state of Connecticut Total Assets 47,246,337,570 Total Liabilities 43,837,440,540 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 315,634,232 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 1,605,527,920 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 1,485,234,878 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 3,408,897,030 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 47,246,337,570 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 7,297,739.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 27,907,558.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 1,529.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 29,719.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 88072 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Hartford Life Insurance Company In the state of Connecticut Total Assets 123,444,990,551 Total Liabilities 117,880,548,350

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of the HCSC Insurance Services Company In the state of Illinois Total Assets 464,948,837 Total Liabilities 215,222,904 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 364,264,898 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 18,422,000 Unassigned funds (surplus) -135,460,965 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 249,725,933 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 464,948,837 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 93440 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the HM Life Insurance Company In the state of Pennsylvania Total Assets 574,505,906 Total Liabilities 265,296,664 Common Capital Stock 3,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 20,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 154,337,875 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 2,629,208 Unassigned funds (surplus) 129,242,159 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 309,209,242 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 574,505,906 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00

64505 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Homesteaders Life Company In the state of Iowa Total Assets 2,500,755,676 Total Liabilities 2,339,622,461 Common Capital Stock 0 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 7,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 0 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 154,133,215 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 161,133,215 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 2,500,755,676 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 351,155.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 515,776.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 64580 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Illinois Mutual Life Insurance Company In the state of Illinois Total Assets 1,378,034,267 Total Liabilities 1,171,442,706 Common Capital Stock 0 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 196,305,472 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 0 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 0 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 196,305,472 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 1,367,748,178 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 388,399.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 349,940.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 381,118.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 201,754.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly orga-

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nized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

In the state of Wisconsin Total Assets 6,237,670,123 Total Liabilities 2,929,513,208 Common Capital Stock 8,833,336 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 1,404,934,976 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 435,844,416 Unassigned funds (surplus) 1,458,544,187 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 3,308,156,915 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 6,237,670,123 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 36,655,019.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 29,571,389.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

Written 244,461.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 485,950.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

64513 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Horace Mann Life Insurance Company In the state of Illinois Total Assets 7,893,969,654 Total Liabilities 7,495,316,112 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 43,703,683 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 352,449,859 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 398,653,542 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 7,893,969,654 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 15,520,710.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 6,631,276.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 226,357.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 88,576.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 60052 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Humana Benefit Plan of Illinois, Inc. In the state of Illinois Total Assets 88,521,925 Total Liabilities 26,668,701 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 55,300,000 Surplus Notes 0 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund Other than special surplus funds 4,957,377 Unassigned funds (surplus) -904,153 Less treasury stock, at cost: # shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Total Capital and Surplus 61,853,224 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 88,521,925 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Premiums Earned 550.00 Total Amount Incurred 0 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2014) ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Humana Insurance Company

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64246 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Guardian Life Insurance Company of America In the state of Indiana Total Assets 45,297,378,336 Total Liabilities 39,605,810,243 Common Capital Stock 0 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 845,095,996 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 0 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 39,319,038 Unassigned funds (surplus) 4,807,153,059 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 5,691,568,093 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 45,297,378,336 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 7,952,909.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,772,598.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 2,624,538.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,814,640.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 74780 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Integrity Life Insurance Company In the state of Ohio Total Assets 6,107,078,432 Total Liabilities 5,443,290,301 Common Capital Stock 3,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 613,163,872 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 47,624,259 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 663,788,131 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 6,107,078,432 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums

64904 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Investors Heritage Life Insurance Company In the state of Kentucky Total Assets 482,821,382 Total Liabilities 461,953,119 Common Capital Stock 1,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 7,000,000 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 12,368,262 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 20,868,262 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 482,821,381 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 65056 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Jackson National Life Insurance Company In the state of Michigan Total Assets 180,834,423,488 Total Liabilities 176,348,286,221 Common Capital Stock 13,800,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 249,427,812 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 3,233,811,448 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund -555,038,769 Unassigned funds (surplus) 1,544,136,776 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 4,486,137,267 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 180,834,423,488 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 78,416,565.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 44,516,933.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 262,841.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,108,177.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF

65838 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.) In the state of Michigan Total Assets 246,338,114,319 Total Liabilities 240,563,927,760 Common Capital Stock 4,728,939 Preferred Capital Stock 100,000 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 989,880,701 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 3,196,310,260 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 1,137,270,716 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 5,328,290,616 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 245,892,218,376 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 68,791,393.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 78,633,944.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 4,694,143.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 518,107.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 65110 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Kanawha Insurance Company In the state of South Carolina Total Assets 1,458,809,873 Total Liabilities 1,336,736,209 Common Capital Stock 4,624,469 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 18,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 1,000,579,057 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) -901,129,862 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 122,073,664 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 1,458,809,873 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 30,981.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 23,891.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 156,668.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 234,012.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of

Insurance LegaLs May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 65315 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Liberty Life Assurance Company of Boston In the state of New Hampshire Total Assets 14,628,754,778 Total Liabilities 13,726,313,892 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 696,893,842 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 0 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 750,000 Unassigned funds (surplus) 202,297,044 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 902,440,886 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 14,628,754,778 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 475,480.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 699,394.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 821,937.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 257,383.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 65498 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Life Insurance Company of North America In the state of Pennsylvania Total Assets 7,522,054,846 Total Liabilities 6,176,018,558 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 77,659,159 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 1,265,877,129 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 1,346,036,288 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 7,522,054,846 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 1,456,026.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 2,965,945.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 2,223,824.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,197,889.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 91898 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Lifecare Assurance Co In the state of Arizona Total Assets 1,945,578,816 Total Liabilities 1,838,505,887 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 8,239,652 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 14,415,097 Unassigned funds (surplus) 81,918,180

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IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 65676 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Lincoln National Life Insurance Company In the state of Indiana Total Assets 213,625,079,308 Total Liabilities 206,098,741,203 Common Capital Stock 25,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 1,610,728,195 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 3,300,810,594 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 5,190,735 Unassigned funds (surplus) 2,584,608,581 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 7,526,338,105 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 213,625,079,308 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 51,847,441.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 35,105,304.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 12,370,059.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 5,050,969.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 65722 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Loyal American Life Insurance Company In the state of Ohio Total Assets 248,743,199 Total Liabilities 175,199,108 Common Capital Stock 5,640,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 74,994,712 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) -7,090,621 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 73,544,091 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 248,743,199 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 1,143.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 78,365.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 132,404.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 56,657.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that

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the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

Common Capital Stock 5,446,696 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 272,812,830 Surplus Notes 1,771,089,660 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 25,436,438 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) -6,472,945 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 24,410,189 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 27,457,900 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 0 Total Direct Losses Paid 0 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0 Total Direct Losses Paid 0 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

Total Direct Premiums Written 57,350.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 171,947.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 393,235,000 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) -10,855,640 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 384,879,360 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 2,830,558,476 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 1,332,271.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 312,167.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0 Total Direct Losses Paid 0 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

65781 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Madison National Life Insurance Company Inc In the state of Wisconsin Total Assets 496,738,368 Total Liabilities 415,204,287 Common Capital Stock 3,600,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 4,576,512 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 69,688,009 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 745,000 Unassigned funds (surplus) 2,924,560 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 81,534,081 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 496,738,368 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 185,999.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 116,598.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 1,113,992.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 666,678.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 65870 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Manhattan Life Insurance Company In the state of New York Total Assets 362,391,250 Total Liabilities 321,424,262 Common Capital Stock 6,683,248 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 7,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 13,422,338 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 13,861,402 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 40,966,988 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 362,391,250 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 20,312.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 249,668.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 20,761.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 8,447.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM,

65935 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the MASSACHUSETTS MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY In the state of Massachusetts Total Assets 197,189,089,372 Total Liabilities 182,957,763,321 Common Capital Stock 0 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 1,740,221,149 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 0 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 3,250,000 Unassigned funds (surplus) 12,487,854,902 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 14,231,326,051 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 197,189,089,372 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 25,537,580.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 3,295,546.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 333,535.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 463,074.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 69515

ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Medamerica Insurance Company In the state of Pennsylvania Total Assets 859,386,440 Total Liabilities 182,957,763,321 Common Capital Stock 9,764,892 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 77,645,851 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) -44,218,560 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 43,192,183 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 859,386,440 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 0 Total Direct Losses Paid 0 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 4,127,784.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,250,108.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 79987

ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Medico Corp Life Insurance Company In the state of Nebraska Total Assets 27,457,900 Total Liabilities 3,047,711

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ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Medico Insurance Company In the state of Nebraska Total Assets 69,133,931 Total Liabilities 38,194,993 Common Capital Stock 5,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 25,000,000 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 938,938 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 30,938,938 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 69,133,931 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 3,931.52 Total Direct Losses Paid 7,647.51 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 121,182.55 Total Direct Losses Paid 92,949.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 87726

ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Metlife Insurance Company Usa In the state of Delaware Total Assets 174,605,977,568 Total Liabilities 168,564,450,103 Common Capital Stock 75,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 750,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 1,576,169,638 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 3,640,357,827 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 6,041,527,465 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 174,605,977,568 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 56,917,294.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 67,430,197.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH

65978 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company In the state of New York Total Assets 391,924,845,165 Total Liabilities 379,916,948,582 Common Capital Stock 4,944,667 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 1,488,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 5,786,106,131 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 81,305,395 Unassigned funds (surplus) 4,647,540,390 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 12,007,896,583 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 391,924,845,165 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 5,784,013.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 26,554,771.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 7,264,613.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 7,607,878.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 66044 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Midland National Life Insurance Company In the state of Iowa Total Assets 41,138,735,763 Total Liabilities 38,344,688,895 Common Capital Stock 2,549,439 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 342,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 536,384,224 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 1,913,113,205 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 2,794,046,868 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 41,138,735,763 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 17,314,719.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 12,469,894.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 6,365.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 54,967.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year

61522 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the MII Life Incorporated In the state of Minnesota Total Assets 511,410,997 Total Liabilities 484,018,471 Common Capital Stock 2,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 35,185,882 Surplus Notes 0 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund Other than special surplus funds 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) -9,793,356 Less treasury stock, at cost: # shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Total Capital and Surplus 27,392,526 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 511,410,997 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Premiums Earned 0 Total Amount Incurred 0 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2014) 66168 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Minnesota Life Insurance Company In the state of Minnesota Total Assets 35,716,004,025 Total Liabilities 33,115,584,301 Common Capital Stock 5,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 118,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 178,692,726 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 2,298,726,998 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 2,600,419,724 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 35,716,004,025 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 24,695,609.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 24,281,610.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 1,520,774.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 378,142.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 78077 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Mony Life Insurance Company Of America In the state of Arizona Total Assets 2,830,558,476 Total Liabilities 2,445,679,116 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000

66583 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the National Guardian Life Insurance Company In the state of Wisconsin Total Assets 2,948,271,841 Total Liabilities 2,698,138,560 Common Capital Stock 0 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 26,500,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 393,235,000 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 1,500,000 Unassigned funds (surplus) 222,133,281 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 250,133,281 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 2,948,271,841 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 6,041,090.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 3,133,074.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 1,742,098.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,527,313.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 87963 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the National Teachers Associates Life Insurance Company In the state of Texas Total Assets 422,858,061 Total Liabilities 341,914,628 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 3,531,942 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 1,500,000 Unassigned funds (surplus) 74,911,491 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 80,943,433 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 422,858,061 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 0 Total Direct Losses Paid 0 ACCIDENT & HEALTH

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Total Direct Premiums Written 2,031.06 Total Direct Losses Paid 75.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

92657 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Nationwide Life And Annuity Insurance Company In the state of Ohio Total Assets 7,896,735,000 Total Liabilities 7,206,112,429 Common Capital Stock 2,640,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 1,055,624,500 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) -$367,641,929 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 690,622,571 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 7,896,735,000 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 1,657,377.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 512,957.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0 Total Direct Losses Paid 0 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 66869 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Nationwide Life Insurance Company In the state of Ohio Total Assets 128,585,070,175 Total Liabilities 124,177,092,002 Common Capital Stock 3,814,779 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 700,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 963,017,274 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 2,087,308 Unassigned funds (surplus) 2,739,058,812 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 4,407,978,173 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 128,585,070,175 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 44,632,199.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 17,131,779.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 90,460.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 22,017.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY

91596 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the New York Life Insurance & Annuity Corporation In the state of Delaware Total Assets 126,837,329,332 Total Liabilities 119,168,826,114 Common Capital Stock 25,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 3,927,757,314 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 0 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 3,715,745,904 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 7,668,503,218 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 126,837,329,332 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 37,356,374.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 14,335,897.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0 Total Direct Losses Paid 0 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 66915 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the New York Life Insurance Company In the state of New York Total Assets 146,267,047,744 Total Liabilities 146,267,047,744 Common Capital Stock 0 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 1,992,023,795 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 0 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 16,613,968,788 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 18,605,992,583 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 146,267,047,744 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 18,713,670.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 11,660,855.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 1,288,095.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 569,596.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL)

Insurance LegaLs ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 66974 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the North American Company For Life And Health Insurance In the state of Iowa Total Assets 16,970,038,184 Total Liabilities 15,793,325,928 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 190,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 470,491,131 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 513,721,125 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 1,176,712,256 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 16,970,038,184 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 10,435,309.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 4,878,579.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0 Total Direct Losses Paid 0 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 81353 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the NYLife Insurance Company Of Arizona In the state of Arizona Total Assets 199,780,662 Total Liabilities 120,133,159 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 98,500,000 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) -21,352,497 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 79,647,503 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 199,780,662 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 105,270.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0 Total Direct Losses Paid 0 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 67180 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Ohio State Life Insurance Company In the state of Texas Total Assets 13,765,198 Total Liabilities 3,288,903 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 123,795 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0

Insurance LegaLs

Insurance LegaLs

Unassigned funds (surplus) 7,852,500 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 10,476,295 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 305,282,167 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 11,093.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 11,787.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0 Total Direct Losses Paid 0 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015)

13100 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Omaha Insurance Company In the state of Nebraska Total Assets 43,811,355 Total Liabilities 22,711,381 Common Capital Stock 0 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 38,126,000 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) -19,026,026 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 21,099,974 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 43,811,355 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 0 Total Direct Losses Paid 0 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 981,257.20 Total Direct Losses Paid 674,461.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 76112 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Oxford Life Insurance Company In the state of Arizona Total Assets 1,197,512,867 Total Liabilities 1,039,044,285 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 16,434,855 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 139,533,727 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 158,468,582 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 1,197,512,867 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 1,076,477.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 82,809.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 13,889.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 20,118.00

67466 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Pacific Life Insurance Company In the state of Nebraska Total Assets 112,503,492,765 Total Liabilities 105,331,940,612 Common Capital Stock 30,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 272,812,830 Surplus Notes 1,771,089,660 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 1,185,438,610 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 3,912,211,053 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 7,171,552,153 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 112,503,492,765 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 21,698,593.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 15,386,115.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0 Total Direct Losses Paid 0 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 60003 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the PARK AVENUE LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY In the state of Delaware Total Assets 305,282,167 Total Liabilities 229,592,404 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 169,941,332 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) -96,751,569 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 75,689,763 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 305,282,167 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 0 Total Direct Losses Paid 0 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0 Total Direct Losses Paid 0 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the

Insurance LegaLs requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2015) 68322 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Great-West Life & Annuity Insurance Company In the state of Colorado Total Assets 54,523,476,934 Total Liabilities 53,522,539,369 Common Capital Stock 7,032,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 527,845,974 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 533,735,368 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) -67,675,777 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 1,000,937,565 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 54,523,476,934 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 10,831,167.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 4,712,402.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 188,851.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 142,964.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2014) 65595ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2014 of the Lincoln Benefit Life Company In the state of Nebraska Total Assets 12,651,250,363 Total Liabilities 11,932,235,777 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 171,002,851 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 545,511,735 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 719,014,586 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 12,651,250,363 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2014 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 1,958,543.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 5,769,147.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 251,047.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 78,513.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2015 (SEAL).

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2014 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2016.

IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2015 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 15, 22 & 29, 2014)

14 | Friday, May 22, 2015

BOWMAN COUNTY TRACK AND FIELD

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Postseason meets start with a bang This spring’s track and field postseason began May 16 with the Southwest Region meet being hosted in Bowman. In what could not have been a more perfect day for competition, the Bulldogs were off and running. The Bulldogs took advantage of the beautiful day and set 35 new personal records in the meet. For the regional meet, the top three qualifiers in each event are qualified for the state meet.

The girls’ team finished the day bringing home the third place trophy, scoring 95 team points and finishing behind team champion, Killdeer, and runnerup Dickinson Trinity.

On the track the day started with the girls 3,200-meter relay, who had hopes of a trip to the state track meet fulfilled.

The lady Bulldogs—Ashlee Edwards, Ellie Stafford, Alexius Miller, and Lacey Feist—not only placed second, but saved their best race for one of the most important days, finishing second in a time of 10:24.12. That time is the ninth fastest time in the state this season.

The relay races really were the key for the bulldogs as all four relays met qualification standards. The girls’ 4x200m relay not only set a state qualifying time, but were also crowned as regional champions, edging out the Killdeer team by 0.04 seconds. Edwards, Justyce Duffield, Maury Burke, and Cassidy Walby finished the race in a time of 1:50.43 sec, currently ranking them seventh in

the state.

The girls 4x100-meter relay—Kendra Swanson, Duffield, Burke, Walby— placed third in a time of 53.18, running their fastest time of the season, and setting them up in 16th place heading into this weekend’s state meet. The final relay and final race on the track was the girl’s 4x4500m relay.

Throughout the year this race has been a fiveteam battle as HettingerScranton, Killdeer, Beulah, Dickinson Trinity, and Bowman County have been racing within seconds of each other. The race broke out in the five-team battle and never changed.

Burke, Miller, Edwards, and Duffield, raced to a third place finish behind Hettinger-Scranton, and Killdeer, running a seasons best 4:16.80, setting them up in 10th place entering the state meet.

As far as the field events go, the Bulldogs scored in bunches, with none being bigger than the high jump. Freshman Meggie Fischer, and eighth grader Ellie Stafford took the regional championship to a jump off, as both of the young bulldogs cleared 4’11”. Fischer eventually was crowned the regional champion, and Stafford obtained her first individual state qualification by finishing in 2nd place.

To cap the day off Justyce Duffield was named NDHSCA Senior Athlete of the Year, an award voted on by the regional coaches.

Justyce entered the day as a 15-time state qualifier and eight-time state

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(Above) Regional Champion girls' 4x200-meter relay team members Ashlee Edwards, Justyce Duffield, Maury Burke and Cassidy Walby. (Photo by Jason Waskiewicz | Pioneer)

(Left) Meggie Fischer and Ellie Stafford finish 1-2 in the girls high jump. (Right) Alex Madrigal hands off to David Chavez who finished the boys' 4x400-meter relay. (Photos by Jason Waskiewicz | Pioneer) placer, and finished as an 18-time state qualifier.

Justyce will be on the ballot of the Gatorade Senior Athlete of the Year Award that will be presented at the State Track and Field Meet held on May 22 and 23 in Bismarck.

The boys’ team saw also had a very successful day, picking up four new state qualifiers on their way to a fourth place team fin-

ish, four points out of the placing. Dickinson Trinity ran away with the team title, followed by Killdeer and Mott Regent. The bulldogs competed with a mix of two seniors, a handful of juniors, and a pile of underclassmen, many of them being junior high athletes competing in their first regional meet.

Alex Bartholomay and Cole Osendorf led the

bulldogs on the track, taking part in all four of the state qualifications. Cole placed third in the 800m run in a time of 2:06.78, ranking him 14th in the race heading into the state meet. Cole also ran on the boys’ 4x400m relay—Lucas Meadows, Osendorf, Alex Madrigal, David Chavez—who supplied one of the most exciting finishes in recent history.

Dickinson Trinity was well out front, but battling for second – fourth place were Killdeer, Bowman County, and Heart River.

Down the backstretch, Heart River and Bowman County sat in second and third, but were being chased down by Lewis Dobitz of Killdeer—the reigning 400-meter state champion. David Chavez battled down the backstretch and held off Heart River to claim the third

place position, as Dobitz snuck through both runners at the line. All three teams finished within 0.55 seconds of each other. The third place finished earned the team a trip to the state meet, and has them set up with the 10th fastest time entering the meet.

Alex continued his ascension up the ranks of the distance events, finishing third in the 1600-meter run and second in the 3200-meter run, races in which Alex currently holds school records. Alex will enter the state track meet ranked 11th in both races, and looking to build on those places.

Information about the state tournament can be found on the Bowman County Track and Field webpage, www.bowman. k12.nd.us/track, or on the NDHSAA, www.ndhsaanow.com.

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Region coaches name Bowman County's Jahner 'Coach of the Year'

By Bryce Martin

Pioneer Editor bmartin@countrymedia.net Jon Jahner has several things to celebrate following this year’s track and field season.

The Bowman County Girls’ Track and Field team, for which Jahner is head coach, set several new school records. One of his athletes was named Athlete of the Year, and Jahner was named Coach of the Year for the fourth time.

Jahner has coached the boys’ and girls’ track

and field teams for 10 years. He began in 2004, took a break in 2008 and stepped back into the role of head coach in 2009. He was named the region’s Coach of the Year for three of those years—2009, 2010 and 2012.

For Jahner, a good coach is made of two crucial elements: patience and understanding.

But Jahner’s approach to motivate his young athletes isn’t what is often seen in stereotypical sports movies or television shows; he’s admittedly not a “rah-rah” type

JAHNER of coach and he said he doesn’t have great motivational speeches.

“It comes down to the athletes knowing that you care for them both personally and athletically,”

Jahner said. “When they know that you care about them, that you are there for them in good and bad times, that develops a respect, and that translates into their best efforts.”

The coach, a former high school track star himself at Mott High School, said he was pleased with how the girls’ team performed this year, but remarked that it wasn’t perfect “because we always strive for better.”

Yet Jahner said there is no meet that doesn’t go well by typical standards. The only way a

meet couldn’t go well, he said, was if the team’s attitude and efforts weren’t present.

“We concentrate on best efforts and good attitudes, then the times and distances take care of themselves,” he said.

The coaching team, made up of Jahner, Brian Qualley, Erick Egan and Steven Shahan, doesn’t immerse itself in numbers and times, he added.

“When effort and attitude are not there, we talk about why that is, and both of those things ultimately come down to the athlete,” Jahner said.

The coach and athlete of the year awards— which went to Bowman County Bulldog Justyce Duffield this season—was voted upon by Jahner’s fellow coaches in the region. That makes the award even more of an honor, he said.

Jahner was quick to note that his coach of the year award was not only his, but for the entire coaching staff.

“We also could not do it without the great athletes we have—their hard work and dedication is unbelievable and I am so proud of them,” he said.

Bowman Co. girls’ golf heads to state

After a strong season, the Bowman County Varsity Girls’ Golf team will head to the state golf tournament.

The girls headed to South Heart’s Pheasant Country Golf Course May 15 and took third place as a team and had two individual state qualifiers, senior Karly Palczewski and junior Kaitlyn Hill.

The top three teams in the region and top 10 individuals compete in the state tournament.

The Bulldogs shot a 404 behind first place Heart River and second place Hazen.

Hill took sixth place with a 91 and Palczewski took eighth with a 95.

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Individual qualifiers, Karly Palczewski and Kaitlyn Hill will head to the state golf tournament.

(Above) Coach Wade Blankenbaker, eight grader Emily Belland, junior Kaitlyn Hill, senior Kathryn Bartholomay, senior Karly Palczewski, eighth grader Brooke Peterson, Coach Cody Jamtgarrd, and Coach Jaden Schoch.

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'WE' R E P I O N EERS'

Bowman couple puts creativity into media, community

By Lauren Donovan The Bismarck Tribune

BOWMAN — When Bryce Martin decided to come out as gay and married, he did it in the local newspaper.

Martin is editor of the Bowman County Pioneer, a weekly newspaper in Bowman, and all 1,500 subscribers learned of his lifestyle with the same stroke of his editorial pen a few weeks ago.

He figured, if he was upset when the Legislature did not approve an antidiscrimination bill for people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender, the least he could do was use himself as an example.

After all, he says he and his partner are as hard working and contribute as much as anyone else to their small town, so what’s with the second-class status?

“Enough is enough,” he was thinking as he tapped out the words that would soon be etched in ink. “I was terrified how people would respond.”

If he was expecting a bomb, he barely lit the fuse. He got some “atta boy” emails, Facebook and text messages, and two from gay, former Bowman

Bryce Martin, left, Country Media newspaper group editor and editor of the Bowman County Pioneer, and Nate Lee, ad designer for The Finder, put forth creativity and effort into their work and community. (Photo by Lauren Donovan | Bismarck Tribune) residents who said their own experiences in years past had been a nightmare.

There was one ugly letter, unsigned, that Martin put down to a “coward’s viewpoint.”

Otherwise, the announcement that his housemate and co-worker, Nate Lee, was his married partner and not his brother, as some thought, or his roommate in a town where oil guys split rent, as others thought, was a nonevent.

It wasn’t that people didn’t suspect and, in fact,

the couple has plenty of close friends who understood and accepted.

But putting it all out there, especially in a state that defines marriage as being between a man and woman, was as scary as it was necessary, Martin said.

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Lee says the main reaction has been curiosity.

They’d already been asked plenty of questions, some that made them uncomfortable, but which they answered anyway.

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Martin said the one question they’re always asked is that old North Dakota standby: “How do you like it here? But for us, it’s followed by, how are you being treated?” he said.

The “coming out gay and married” column raised the ante.

“By telling people that we’re married opened up even more questions,” Lee said.

The “brothers” thing is not so surprising. Martin, 27, and Lee, 30, are nearly the same height, sport jaw-defining facial hair and wear V-neck sweaters over untucked buttondowns and jeans.

They moved to Bowman two years ago to work for Country Media, a Portland-based company that owns several regional weeklies and The Finder.

They’re from Michigan: Martin has a college degree, and Lee stopped short of a business management degree. They

were married on Valentine’s Day 2011 in Niagara Falls, Ont. Martin stumbled into journalism early and it stuck, while Lee got into retail management.

While poking around the job market, Martin interviewed with Country Media, who offered good pay and the opportunity to experience a new place.

There was work for Lee, too, in ad design for Bowman's The Finder.

“I’d never had to think about being gay somewhere and how people would react. It was a turning point. I thought we could be ostracized, or we could be physically harmed. I thought about it really deep for two weeks,” Martin said.

Lee said it was a strange thought process for him, too.

“I didn’t think of gay as being a minority,” he said.

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“This feels like the community we always should have been in. It feels like home,” Lee said.

They’re part of the business community — Lee is chamber vice president — and have plenty of social contact, too.

“People are coming and going from our house all the time,” said Martin, of the home they’re renting and fixing up in hopes to buy.

Community advocates

Bowman Mayor Lyn James owns a coffee and flower shop down the street from the Bowman Pioneer building. Newspapers and government are close cousins, and she’s well-acquainted with Martin and Lee. James said she didn’t hear any particular conversation about Martin’s newspaper column and said Bowman overall has been very accepting of the couple’s lifestyle.

Martin said he really knew their worries were unfounded when a friend, who’s part of an oil company family in town, told them he’d been with some guys who were talking about the gay guys working at the paper.

“He told them if they had a problem with that, he’d kick their ... . We have a lot of advocates in the community. I don’t know if being gay is an issue here, as long as you’re a decent person,” Martin said.

Then, there’s their inside joke, which to an outsider sounds more true than funny.

Maybe this gay couple was meant to work at the Bowman County Pioneer because, after all, as Martin says, “We’re pioneers.”

This article originally appeared in the May 17 edition of The Bismarck Tribune.

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