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Baker Schools Department of Music will present the annual Christmas concert on Monday, Dec 16 at 7 p.m. at Longfellow Gymnasium. Please use the Second Street Doors to enter the building. Everyone in the community is invited to join music students in grades 5-12 as they perform a wide variety of festive Christmas music.
1st Place - Allan & Trish Barth
2nd Place - Marty & Robin Asay
3rd Place - Jerry & Bev Schell
3rd Place - Bryan & Deb Kary
Baker Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture Christmas Lighting contest winners
Montgomery winner of Baker Chamber promotion
The first winner of the Be A Winner! Shop In Baker! promotion, sponsored by the Baker Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture, was Chris Montgomery. He received $100 in Baker Bucks.
3rd Place - Jim & Judy Hufford
Local 4-H gets dollar for dollar match reward By Brad Mosher, Country Media
The 4-H program in Fallon County got a little boost Tuesday when the Farmers Union Oil Company presented the 4-H program with $1,942 as part of a dollar for dollar matching program. According to Cenex general manager Tonya England, the presentation is part of a dollar for dollar matching program started nearly a decade ago by CoBank and enabled England to purchase several animals at the Fallon County Fair. “We purchased two lambs and a pig,” England recalled. “We do business with a company called CoBank and they have a program which is called Sharing Success. They do a dollar for dollar match when you submit an applica-
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tion to get approved through them. During the fair, we purchased a few animals for the 4-H and I submitted an application,” England explained. “They approved it, so I have a check for $1,942 to present to the 4-H Council,” she said before meeting the group Tuesday. The program was started this year with the Farmers Union Oil Company, England explained. “It was passed on to me from our banker and he was trying to help other people by doing a community thing. “I thought, ‘Why not’,” she recalled. “Why not help our community if we could do a dollar for dollar match. All they could tell me is no,” England said. Instead, it was approved. “It was my first year of doing it. It was my first year of going out to the fairgrounds Files of the Times..............2 Obituaries.........................3 Spartan Scroll...................6
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and doing some bidding. It was very interesting. It was kind of fun actually,” she added. She said it was also fun watching the kids show off their animals. “I am originally from the city, not a rural area. But, I like to watch the kids. It brought satisfaction to me that we are helping kids pursuing their dreams and what they are trying to do.” According to England, Farmers Union goes to the Fallon County Fair animal sale every year. “Our board is very good about supporting the 4-H at the fairgrounds,” she added. England said she plans to continue next year, with plans to submit an application sometime during the CoBank’s window from April 1
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10 YEARS AGO Friday, Dec. 11, 2009 --
Fallon County has been contacted for land on which to build a campsite for the Keystone XL Pipeline slated to begin construction June of 2010. TransCanada wants 40 acres with the option of 40 more to build a dorm complex to house 600 workers with a kitchen and medical shack. There will also be an area for up to 100 RV hookups for temporary housing. . .Linda Moore was the winner of the 1978 Corvette (donated by Ken and Renee Mueller) at the Fantasy Food Fair Dec. 5. . .MDU will build seven more wind towers near the original site and 10-13 to be built between Marmarth and Rhame.
20 YEARS AGO Friday, Dec. 10, 1999 --
Norwest Bank of Baker now has the art work of BHS senior Angel Hanson on display. The display includes oil paintings, black and white charcoal drawing, water colors, pencil drawings and scratch art. . .Baker Lady Spartans on the 3-B All-Conference basketball team are Danae Cox and Shye Boggs. . .Baker’s newest business specializes in vehicle maintenance and certain types of repair. Owner Roy Rost says he will work on both gas and diesel vehicles. . .After over a month of treatment at Rochester Methodist Hospital in Rochester, MN, Ralph Koenig will be returning home well in time for Christmas. Now that he has a new kidney and pancreas, he has many more joyous Christmases to look forward to. . .Bill and Lillian Ostroff celebrate 63rd wedding anniversary. . .The Baker High School speech
and drama team placed first at the Culbertson Invitational meet Dec. 4. They triumphed over 14 other teams, including some Class A schools. . .Sixty-four people signed the guest book Dec. 5 at the dedication of Baker’s first Habitat for Humanity house, which is the new home of Teresa Waller and her family. . .Mike Stark of Baker is now your local dealer for North Star Genetics and REA Hybrids. . .Tom Stevens was elected president of the Baker Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture for the coming year. Gary Wade is first vice president and Carla Baldwin will serve as second vice president. Outgoing president is Roger Schmidt.
30 YEARS AGO
Thursday, Dec. 14, 1989 --
Jaycees served 169 people at their annual Senior Citizen Christmas Dinner at the American Legion. . .Leon Newell has been promoted by Williston Basin Interstate Pipeline Company to Baker District Field Manager as of Dec. 1, 1989. He succeeds Wally Meidinger who recently retired. . .At the school board meeting Dec. 4, trustees voted to amend board policy to allow short, wellgroomed beards for teachers. . .Dawson Community College in Glendive is pleased to have J. K. Kinsey as a member of the rodeo team. Kinsey is the son of Jack and Sandra Kinsey of Baker. . .Audrey Hansen celebrated her 80th birthday in the dining room of Fallon Medical Complex. . .Norita Fried, Plevna correspondent, reported they had 17 degrees below zero with a brisk northerly breeze Monday morning. Saturday they received four inches of snow north of Plevna. . .Marion Hanson this past week
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received her 50 year pin for being a member of the Royal Neighbors of America. . .Betty Shuck of Rhame was awarded the North Dakota Community Leadership Award presented by the Greater North Dakota Association. Shuck is among only 17 North Dakotans to receive the award for 1989. She has been active and instrumental in the Rhame Community Club.
40 YEARS AGO Thursday, Dec. 13, 1979--
The first real blizzard of the season hit us Dec. 10. It started out as a beautiful day with temperatures hitting 52 degrees, but by afternoon the wind was howling, skies were dark and snow was flying. . .Saturday, Santa is coming to town. He will be by the Christmas tree on Main Street at 1 p.m. . .Baker High School will be hosting a Christmas tournament. The round robin tourney will involve teams from Baker, Glendive, Bowman and Rhame. . .Dec. 4, the George Benners celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary at their home. . .Midland in Glendive is quitting business. . .Anna Blanchard Hibbard, first bride in 1909 to settle in Baker, died Dec. 5 enroute to St. Vincent’s Hospital in Billings. She was 91. . .Plevna Cougars are on a winning course. They are on top of the 4-C conference with a 4-0 record. . .Allon Fleckenstein, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Fleckenstein, was named to the first team all-state offensive unit as a running back.
50 YEARS AGO Thursday, Dec. 11, 1969 --
Baker Jaycees have once again been thoughtful enough to put up the Christmas tree at the end of Main Street along with other decorations to put residents in the holiday mood. . .The pioneer spirit prevailed among the senior citizens of the community who were not deterred from
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attending a Christmas party by a little thing like a snow storm last Sunday. . .Mike Taylor received his second gold palm from Scoutmaster F. F. Rudolph at the Court of Honor held Monday evening. . .Annual Chamber of Commerce banquet and election of officers will be held at Green Acres in January. Don Groshans will be the next president. . .Cathy Hersrud of Ismay received the $100 scholarship for her champion 4-H steer. She won the grand champion steer of the carcass division.
60 YEARS AGO
Thursday, Dec. 10, 1959--
Baker Jaycees at a banquet held Dec. 2, honored three men for achievement during the past year - Ed Susa, Boss of the Year; Ron Shepherd, Outstanding Young Man of the Year; and Cleo Barkley, Outstanding Young Farmer. . .Bernard Brost, new member of the Baker Police force, was called early Monday morning to investigate the broken safe at the Red Owl Store managed by Joe Shockley. . .Robert Anderson was named president of the Chamber of Commerce for the 1960 term. . .A kick-off dinner will be held by the Baker Jaycees Dec. 10 when plans will be completed for the house-tohouse campaign to collect funds for maintaining the Baker TV booster station.
70 YEARS AGO
Thursday, Dec. 15, 1949 --
Despite the blizzard conditions Saturday, the Morrow Plumbing and Heating Co. played host to about 350 adults and a goodly number of children at the all day open house. . .A passerby sent in a fire call at 4 a.m. Saturday, reporting that buildings were on fire at the Jones Griffith home two miles east of Baker. When the rural fire fighting rig appeared, both the garage and workshop were almost completely burned down. Mr. Griffith, who was sleeping, was not aware of the fire until he saw the lights of the fire truck approaching.
80 YEARS AGO Thursday, Dec. 14, 1939 --
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Call The Fallon County Times at (406) 778-3344 or send us an email at fctiwmes@midrivers.com to have your birthday listed at no charge. W. Marks. Appointed officers are Dr. R. H. Robinson, Harry Schroth, G. J. Zeidler. Installation will take place Wednesday. . .Charity Chapter O.E.S. chose Dorothy Young, Worthy Patron. Other officers are Alice Cartwright, Herman Duppler, Evelyn Hitch, Nellie Lou Busch, Gladys Beazley and Violet Loveless. . .Mr. and Mrs. Leo Burns, residents for nearly a score of years in Baker, plan to leave very shortly for Salem, OR, to spend the holidays with relatives and will make their home in that vicinity. . .The foundation is being finished this week for the Wesleyan Methodist Church moved into Baker this fall from the north country.
90 YEARS AGO Thursday, Dec. 12, 1929 --
H. M. Trandum was elected to head the Knights of Pythias for the coming year. Other officers are William McDonald, Flace Phebus, W. C. Erther, George Vinton, H. E. Niccum, George Rasmussen, P. E. Hubbard and H. A. Kettler. .With remodeling, redecorating and installation of new features in their new location completed,
the Grainger’s Cafe moved Saturday from the Commercial Cafe building into the Pearce-Morris building and is now giving patrons the best in up to date dining room and fountain service.
Cards Exploring a different version of pinochle, with six handed being a favorite, made everyone a winner Dec. 1 at The Center. Winners Dec. 8 were Delbert Schweigert, Iven Felt, Carl Hepperle and Marj Peterson. Next session will start at 1 p.m. on Dec. 15 at The Center.
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December 13, 2019
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Llewell Johnson, 89
Funeral services for Llewell LeRoy Johnson Jr., 89, of Baker were held Dec. 7, 2019 at American Lutheran Church in Baker with Pastor Scott Kiehn officiating. Burial followed in Bonnievale Cemetery. Llewell peacefully passed away Dec. 3, 2019 at Fallon Medical Complex. Llewell LeRoy was born Sept. 5, 1930 in Hopkins,
MN, the son of Llewell F. Sr. and Theresa (Souba) Johnson. Growing up he attended rural grade school until entering high school in Baker, graduating in 1949. Llewell married Betty Hufford on July 30, 1949 in Baker. Their marriage was blessed with six children, Keith, Vicki, Janice, Craig, Vance and Linda who were raised in the country. Llewell and Betty, for many years, loved farming and ranching side by side. Llewell loved the country, waiting for the blessings God would provide through harvest each year. Trust and contentment were the key to Llewell’s joy in being a farmer/rancher most of his life. He was always available to help any neighbor in need. During his spare time, he en-
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joyed playing cards with the neighbors and kids. Llewell is survived by his wife, Betty of 70 years; son, Craig of the ranch South of Baker, MT; daughters, Vicki Johnson of Belgrade, MT, Janice Johnson of Jefferson, LA, Linda (Dean) Hepperle of Glendive; brother-in-law, Kenneth Freeze of CA; brother, Darrell (Joan) Johnson of Baker; 18 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; sons, Keith and Vance; brother, DuWayne Johnson; and sister, Reva Freeze. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.stevensonfuneralhome.com
The Baker High School band came to Superior Care Villa and played several Christmas tunes for the residents spreading Christmas cheer.
To my daddy, Llewell Johnson, with all my love forever: Janice Let us go Into the dark Not afraid Not alone Let us hope
By some good pleasure Safely to Arrive at home The day behind us Day is done
Go in grace Go in love Go in kindness
The Community Choir came to Superior Care Villa and put on a wonderful concert for our residents.
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Several residents came out to listen to the beautiful Christmas songs performed by the Community Choir.
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Merry Christmas! Willard Homemakers met for their December meeting and Christmas party at the Baker Senior Center with eight members and one guest present. A decision was made to donate to the Christmas Wishes fund at the Bank of Baker for families who need help at Christmas. We will be serv-
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Baker Elementary Schools held their Christmas programs on Dec. 5. K-2 performed in the morning and 3-6 held their concert in the evening.
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Assemby of God Church under the direction of Debbi Jo Varner, with Libby Solberg as the accompanist. Song selections this year were the following: A Special Night - Don Besig A Star Will Soon Shine Nancy Price & Don Besig Flutist - Elizabeth Holland Five Days’ Journey to Bethleham - Mary Kay Beall & John Carter Rockin’ the Baby - Sally K. Albrecht Yet a King - Jay Althouse
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Santa visits Marmarth By Shannon Johnson
On Dec. 7 the residents of Marmarth headed down to the Marmarth Community Center to enjoy the annual family tradition of Santa Claus Days, put on by the Marmarth Ambulance Service, the Marmarth Community Club and the City of Marmarth. The day began at 10 a.m. with various vendors set-up to sell their goods. Parents, grandparents and other community members spent their morning doing some of their Christmas shopping locally, as kids played with their friends, anticipating Santa’s arrival. In between browsing through the goods that the vendors had available, the Marmarth Ambulance Service had a free-will offering lunch for the families to enjoy from 11 a.m. until 1
p.m. All of the proceeds donated at the luncheon will go towards providing the purchase and maintenance of medical and mechanical equipment needed to operate the rural ambulance service. The Marmarth Community Club began doing activities with the kids at noon. This year those activities included decorating sugar cookies and a coloring contest before Santa arrived to hear all of the children’s Christmas wishes! The mild weather had plenty of people out and about for the event. “It was a good turnout,” said Laurie Reichenberg, a member of the Marmarth Community Club and local business owner. “The weather was nice!”
District Court decision Staff Report
A Baker man has had his deferred imposition of sentence revoked by District Court after admitting to two counts of violating his parole. In addition, he has been moved to be under the supervision of the state’s Department of Corrections. Appearing before the 16th Judicial District Court Nov. 26 in Baker, Chace J. Randy Wyrick’s deferred imposition of a sentence of six years suspended was revoked on a 2017 charge of assault with a weapon. According to Judge Nickolas C. Murnion, the defendant will receive credit for 477 days toward his suspended sentence. That includes 435 days for street credit and 42 days for jail time served. The court also decided to impose all of the conditions
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from his original sentence in Nov. 2017, including a $5,000 fine with $4,000 suspended. For a second count, a misdemeanor, for partner family member assault, the court sentenced Wyrick to one year in jail with all but 30 days suspended. In addition, the misdemeanor also included a fine of $1,000 with $500 suspended. The felony and misdemeanor counts will run consecutively. Among the conditions placed upon Wyrick are the need for an updated chemical dependency evaluation; to not operate a motor vehicle unless he is authorized and licensed by the state with the permission of the Probation and Parole who may require an interlock device; pay for an alcohol monitoring bracelet
and be monitored for a period of five months with no alcohol or tampering violations; the defendant is required, at his expense, to obtain a mental health evaluation within ten days of the new sentence; and if the probation officer deems treatment court is a good option then Wyrick is required to successfully complete Custer County Treatment Court or other available treatment court. The court did commend the defendant for participating in Alcoholics Anonymous treatment. The judge said the reasons for the sentence were serious because drinking, driving and fleeing from a police officer was involved during probation. He lauded the defendant for maintaining employment and being respectful of the court.
A Fallon County woman has received a deferred sentence to three years after pleading guilty to a felony charge of burglary. Tandy Bennett will get credit for 125 days of jail time she has already served for the felony charge she made a guilty plea to in October. She also made a guilty plea to a misdemeanor charge of theft at the October hearing. According to the sentencing decision Nov. 26 by Judge Nickolas C. Murnion of Montana’s 16th Judicial District Court, Bennett will be required to pay a $500 fine, while also being given credit for five days of jail time at a rate of $100 per day. She will also be required to pay all mandatory surcharges and be under the supervision of the Department of Correc-
tions during the deferred portion of her sentence. To the misdemeanor charge, Bennett will be required to pay a $500 fine, make restitution of $400 and all mandatory surcharges. The sentences for the two counts will be concurrent, but the fines will be consecutive, the court added. Bennett will be under the supervision of the Department of Corrections and will be subject to all the rules and regulations of Adult Probation and Parole. One of the requirements will be obtaining written approval before taking residence in any location and changing that residence. In addition, she must get permission before leaving the district. There is also a requirement to seek or maintain
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Dec. 15 - Changed For Life Church services, 10 a.m., Baker Senior Center. Dec. 16 - Fair Board meeting, 6 p.m., Fallon County Fairgrounds exhibit hall; Fallon County Water & Sewer District/Stanhope Addition, monthly meeting, 5:30 p.m., library basement; Celebrate Recovery, 6-8 p.m., snacks provided, Assembly of God Fellowship Hall. Dec. 18 - Powder River Training Complex/US Air Force Information Meeting, 5 p.m., Thee Garage; City Council, 7 p.m., Fallon County courtroom; Knights of Columbus, 8 p.m., St. John’s Catholic Church basement. Dec. 19 - Free Business Development, by appointment, call 406-748-2990. Dec. 22 - Changed For Life Church services, 10 a.m., Baker Senior Center. Dec. 23 - Celebrate Recovery, 6-8 p.m., snacks provided, Assembly of God Fellowship Hall. Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve. Dec. 25 - Christmas Day
employment or be in a program approved by the Board of Pardons and Parole or the supervising officer. Among other restrictions includes possessing or buying a firearm, engaging in a business, purchasing an automobile, using or possessing alcohol, incurring a debt and submit monthly reports to her supervising officer. Bennett is also banned from entering casinos, bars and from associating with parolees, probationers and prison inmates. Bennett will be required to also participate in self-help, the 24/7 Sobriety and Drug Monitoring Program (SDMP) or any program designed to monitor and address the use of intoxicants. She also shall be responsible for paying fees and charges.
Dec. 26 - Multiple Sclerosis Support Group, 7 p.m., Holy Rosary conference room 2, call Diana 406-232-1458 or Nicole 232-5698. Dec. 29 - Changed For Life Church services, 10 a.m., Baker Senior Center. •HOPE, do you feel alcohol is causing problems, we can help, Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the American Lutheran Church. •District Court is in session the first Tuesday of the first full week of the month and as often as business warrants. Interested persons are welcome to check a specific schedule at the office of the Clerk of District Court. •O’Fallon Historical Museum: Open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m-noon & 1-4 p.m. •Fallon County Library hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; closed Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays. •Driver Licensing Schedule, every Tuesday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m., courthouse.
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Spartan Fall Athletic Banquet Student Council
Halle Burdick, Peyton Janeway, Katie Wang and Macee Hadley At the Fall Athletic Banquet, several honors were awarded to the BHS Volleyball and Football players: Volleyball Assists - Macee Hadley (552) Kills - Katie Wang (198) Aces - Sady Harbaugh, Shelby Moore (49) Blocks - Katie Wang (85) Digs - Halee Burdick (324)
Most Inspirational - Macee Hadley Most Improved - Sady Harbaugh Most Valuable - Macee Hadley Captains - Katie Wang, Halle Burdick, Shelby Moore and Macee Hadley All-State 1st Team - Macee Hadley All-Conference 1st Team - Katie Wang All-Conference 2nd Team - Halle Burdick, Peyton Janeway
The BHS Student Council is busy making plans for the last two weeks of school for 2019! One new project that they have undertaken this year is “Adopt a Family”; they have adopted a family in the area and will be purchasing items to make their Christmas a bit happier. The students are also gearing up for Secret Santa Week; each member will choose a staff member and will then “gift” them throughout the week of December 16-20. On Dec. 20, the Student Council will host a luncheon for all staff, where identities will be revealed and final gifts exchanged. All students are in charge of bringing items for the luncheon: A new “twist” this year is providing gifts for the elementary staff. This year there are more Student Council members than high school/ middle school staff! It’s a GREAT problem to have, but also one that requires a slight “tweaking” of our Secret Santa. The 7th graders do not have staff members to surprise for Christmas and with whom to exchange gifts; to enable them to still get in the spirit and activity they have been divided into two groups and will be taking down two baskets of Christmas treats to the elementary staff. The elementary staff is also invited to join in on the Secret Santa luncheon. Finally, the Student Council members are busy making plans for the much anticipated Kangaroo Court, where staff members will be charged with “crimes” and receive their sentencing. This court will be held on Friday, Dec. 20 at 1 p.m! Merry Christmas to all!
News from the Baker Schools Miles City, where there were 15 schools competing and 236 wrestlers in total. Baker ended up 10th as a team with 104.5 points Individual results are: 73-76 lbs. - Casey Koenigsfeld - unknown placing; 78-81 lbs. - Tucker Miller - 2nd with 18.0 team points; 83-89 lbs. - Riley Davis - 2nd with 17.0 team points; 87-84 lbs. - Jaren Lingle - 4th with 8.0 team points; 87-95 lbs.
- Terrance Adamson - 2nd with 16.0 team points; 90-94 lbs. - Jarek Janz - unknown placing; 94-99 lbs. - Brendon Reetz - unknown placing; 109-115 lbs. - Naveah Miller - unknown placing; 133-145 lbs. - Jesse Brawley - 1st with 21.5 team points; 189-225 lbs. - Christopher Brawley - unknown placing; 212-254 lbs. - Sincere Ely - 2nd with 18.0 team points.
Pictures from French 1 and 2 planting wheat for Ste. Barbe’s Day on Dec. 4.
French class plants wheat for St. Barbe’s Day By Hannah Goerndt
On Dec. 4 Ms. Van Gorden’s French classes planted wheat in celebration of Saint Barbara. Sowing wheat 20 days before Christmas is a well known tradition in Provence, which is located in the southern part of France. If the wheat grows green, it is believed that the harvest will be plentiful for the following year. This tradition started when Barbara, daughter of Dioscore, choose to follow and serve her God. She went through many challenges but never once went against her God. In order to honor her, the people of Provence would plant wheat in three pots to symbolize the Holy Trinity. Then during Christmas Eve supper the pots are placed on the table. Ms. Van Gorden had her classes plant wheat so that the students can partake in an important French tradition.
Westling Season Football Offensive Player - Riley O’Donnell Defensive Player - O’Connell Qualley Most Improved - Logan Graham Most Inspirational - Riley O’Donnell Steve McClain Memorial - O’Connell Qualley Zeke Lund Memorial - Riley O’Donnell
Captains - Riley O’Donnell, Teight Madler All State - Riley O’Donnell All Conference Riley O’Donnell, QB 1st Team / Defensive Back 1st Team Tieght Madler Tight End 2nd Team O’Connell Qualley Offensive Line 1st Team / Defensive Line 2nd Team Jacob Wang Offensive Line 2nd Team
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The 2019-20 middle school wrestling season is well underway! Baker’s wrestling tournament was held on Nov. 22, and there were 12 schools that participated and 130 wrestlers in total. Baker’s results were: 80 lbs. - Casey Koenigsfeld -5th; 83 lbs. -Tucker Miller - 2nd; 88 lbs. - Riley Davis - 2nd; 91 lbs. - Jarek Janz - 3rd; 91 lbs. - Terrance Adamson - 4th; 93 lbs. - Jaren Lingle - 4th; 94 lbs. - Brendon Reetz - 2nd; 112 lbs. - Nevaeh Miller - 4th; 147 lbs. - Jesse Brawley 1st; 189 lbs. - Christopher Brawley - 3rd; 216 lbs. - Sincere Ely - 2nd. On Nov. 26, the middle school wrestlers traveled to
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Longfellow School celebrates Turkey Day! By Hannah Goerndt
On the last day of school before Thanksgiving Break, the 3rd-6th grade students of Longfellow School held their fourth annual Turkey Day Festivities. The event was held in the gym and was designed to bring out the holiday spirit and reinforce school pride. Students
were divided into teams that had members of each grade. The students would then go around to different stations that were led by the staff. The students participated in Pictionary, Mad Libs, Collaborative art projects, origami turkeys, and other Thanksgiving themed games.
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News from the Plevna School
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Concert Keys of Christmas
(l-r) Mrs. Menees, Dacy Buerkle, Chloe Tudor, Sharon Fried, Whitney Thielen, Missy Thielen, Wyatt Thielen, Mrs. Wagnon, Jessica Stockett and Lana Buerkle. Wyatt, Missy and Whitney Thielen playing Carol of the Bells for the Keys Christmas Concert.
By Jaeda Paul
On Dec. 7, Mrs. Wagnon and the Plevna First Baptist Church hosted the “Keys to Christmas”. Mrs. Wagnon opened the program by playing Silent Night/Claire de Lune on the piano. Jenna Paul, Mistress of Ceremo-
nies, welcomed everybody to the concert. Following this, Sharon Fried performed Joyful, Joyful and We Adore Thee on the piano. Jessica Stockett amazed the audience with We Three Kings of Orient Are on the piano. Whitney, Wyatt and Missy Thielen
followed with six hands on the piano playing Carol of the Bells. Sweet Little Jesus Boy was then performed by Lana Buerkle on the piano. Dacy Buerkle’s performance of Away in a Manger warmed the audience’s hearts, after which Mrs. Menees played Christmas Rhapsody on the piano. Mrs. Wagnon continued
the program with I Wonder as I Wander on the organ. Chloe Tudor played Mary, Did You Know? on the piano. Whitney, Wyatt and Missy Thielen then entertained the crowd again with Silent Night on the violin, mandolin and piano. Mrs. Wagnon played the piano to the tune of Bells of
Christmas. Mrs. Menees and Mrs. Wagnon left the spirit of Christmas in the room with their piano and organ duet Christmas Medley. After the band and choir officers presented their gift to the Plevna Community, Jenna Paul thanked everybody for attending as well as the
performers who played. Mrs. Menees, Mrs. Wagnon and Jessica Stockett closed the concert with Joy to the World on the piano, organ and keyboard. The audience enjoyed the outstanding performances by the students and fellow and community members.
Plevna Christmas Program
Second grade signing the song Silent Night.
Back row (l-r): Mrs. McSorley, Trinity Rieger, Dacy Buerkle, Bret Edgell, Jenna Paul and Ashley Sander with Mrs. Benner’s 3rd grade class.
Thanksgiving fun with the third graders
Cadet Choir singing
By Jenna Paul
Plevna Jazz Band
By Jaeda Paul
On Dec. 5, Mrs. Wagnon presented the community with the K-12 Christmas Concert. The program opened with the Third grade recorders playing Away in a Manger. The kindergarten class followed by singing Giddy Up! and Jingle Bells. The first graders then performed I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas and We Four Kings. Next, our fourth grade class entertained the crowd by singing Kyrie Eleison and Festival of Christmas. Third graders performed Angels We Have Heard on High on the bells and sang Come Into the Stable. The second graders followed this by singing Wreath of Carols
and Silent Night. They shared Silent Night in English and German, and then followed that with singing the song using Sign Language. It was so beautiful and very moving. The fourth graders ended the first part of the program with Let it Snow on the boomwhackers. After intermission, the fifth and sixth grade Cougar Cadet Band captured the audience’s attention again by playing Ode to Joy, Up On the House Top, Jolly Old St. Nicholas, and Dash of Christmas. The Jazz Band followed with Sleigh Full of Saxes. The fifth and sixth grade Cougar Cadet Choir warmed our hearts with It’s Time to Deck the Hall, Cold Snap and Who
Could Imagine. The junior and senior Concert Choir then sang Come to the Music, Do You Hear What I Hear?, Et In Terra Pax, Noel Fantasy and Caroling, Caroling. After drawing for the handmade Cougar quilt made by Mrs. Terry Bruha, the junior and senior Concert Band finished the program with Baby Elephant Walk, Many Sounds of Christmas, Brazilian Bell Carol and Cowboy Christmas. Lynn Paul was the fortunate recipient of the beautiful Cougar quilt made by Mrs. Terri Bruha. The audience enjoyed the evening of Christmas music and left with the spirit of Christmas in their heart.
On Nov. 26, the Mrs. McSorley and the junior history class presented the First Thanksgiving story with background to Mrs. Benner’s third graders. Jenna Paul started their presentation illuminating the class as to why the pilgrims came to America. She told them that they departed for religious freedom, duty to their King, and hopes of finding treasures in the New World.
Ashley Sander continued the tale by describing their experience of crossing the Atlantic Ocean to the Americas. Furthermore, Dacy Buerkle informed the third grade class about the pilgrim’s lifestyle. They farmed and raised small animals in town; the animal herd size grew the farther away from town you lived. Trinity Rieger imparted information to the students about the entrees at the First Thanksgiving. They ate seafood, vegetables, fruits and
bread. Bret Edgell finished their presentation by sharing details with the students about the relationship between the Native Americans and the early settlers. There were more than twice the amount of Native Americans at the Thanksgiving celebration. After that, the students participated in making hand turkeys! They traced their hands, added googly eyes to their drawing, and glued on feathers for decoration.
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Wed. Dec. 18 - Regular Sale w/Special Wed. Jan. 1 - NO SALE due to NEW YEARS HOLIDAY Bred Heifer & Stock Cow Sale Wed. Jan. 8 - Regular Sale w/Feeder Wed. Dec. 25 - NO SALE due to Christmas Holiday Calf Sale Featuring Weaned Calves
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You can now reach us on the Internet at www.lemmonlivestock.com If you have livestock to consign or would like us to stop at your ranch, please call Lemmon Livestock at 605-374-3877 or 800-822-8853 Paul Huffman Owner/Manager 605-374-5675 or cell 605-645-2493 C & D Yards Baker, Montana 406-778-3282 Clint Ehret Baker Field Rep. 406-772-5522 For the latest local news, videos and more log onto falloncountyextra.com
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CARD OF THANKS: I want to thank everyone who came to my 90th Birthday Party. The flowers, gifts, cards and balloons were a nice blessing. My children Kathy, Dan, Carol and Don hosted the party and other family came to share in my celebration. Thanks to you all. Norma Buerkle 50p __________________________ CARD OF THANKS: From the family of Llewell Johnson Jr., so many friends that helped and came with hugs and tears, we thank you all. Please forgive us if we’ve forgotten anyone, but know you were appreciated. Pastor Scott and Lutheran Church. John and staff at Stevenson Funeral Home for the excellent attention. Friends who were pallbearers and those honorary. Doctors, nurses, and other Fallon Medical Complex staff. Ladies from the Lutheran Circle and 101 Club for dinner/ luncheon. All the cards, flowers, food, hugs, tears and money memoriam. We thank you all for the love and memories. 50c
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FOR RENT FOR RENT: Four bedroom, two bath house with fenced in yard, a/c and detached one car garage. Pet considered. Contact Shawn 406-480-2980. 36tfc __________________________ STORAGE UNITS FOR RENT: 5x10, 10x10, 15x20 and 10x30. Call Shawn at 406-4802980. 46tfc
WANTED WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201. 36-38p __________________________ WANTED: Looking for pasture, hay ground or farm ground to lease. Contact Ry O’Connor at 406-778-3946. 47-9c
FOR SALE TRITICALE HAY & WINTER WHEAT STRAW FOR SALE: Triticale is weed free, 1,225 lbs. each, wrapped with JD net wrap, 11% protein, 60% TDN, 1,000 bales available, $65/ ton OBO. Straw is 1,100 lbs. each, 200 available, also JD net wrapped, $25/bale OBO. Call 406-975-6236. 48-51c __________________________ HAY FOR SALE: Intermediate grass at $80/ton 1,032 lbs. avg., grass alfalfa mix at $90/ ton 1,224 lbs. avg., both twine wrapped. Call Jeff Klos 406772-5529. 49-50c
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NOTICE: Bowman, N.D. Gun Show Dec. 20, 21, 22, 2019, 4 Seasons Pavilion. 100 - 8’ tables - $30. Open to the public Friday 3 - 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Admission Free. Contact Rick Stark, home 406-778-2428; cell 406-978-2428. 48-51c
HELP WANTED HELP WANTED: Carter County Farm Service Agency (FSA) Office located in Ekalaka, MT is accepting applications for a temporary part-time Program Technician position. The technician will be responsible for carrying out office activities and functions pertaining to one or more of the federal farm program areas. A copy of the vacancy announcement can be obtained from the Carter County FSA Office at 308 S. Mormon Ave, Ekalaka, MT by calling 406775-6355, requested via e-mail from robin.markuson@usda. gov or by visiting your local Job Service Office. Application must be received by close of business on Dec. 16, 2019. USDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Provider and Lender. 49-50c
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FALLON COUNTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are accepting applications for the position of Weed Control Coordinator for our Noxious Weed department. This full time, permanent position is responsible for the development, implementation and administration of our noxious weed management programs. We offer progressive wages with excellent benefits including health insurance, paid vacation and sick leave.
Closing Date: Friday, January 03, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.; applications and a
complete job description are available at the Human Resources office, 10 W. Fallon Avenue, Baker, Montana or online at www.falloncounty.net. Submit applications (resumes optional) to: Human Resources Manager, PO Box 846, Baker, Montana, 59313. Questions may be directed to Julie Straub 406-778-8164.
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NOTICE OF SALE FOR STATE SCHOOL TRUST LAND The Dept. of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) will offer the following parcels of state land located in Fallon County for sale at public auction on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the Fallon County Courthouse at 10 West Fallon in Baker, Montana under terms and conditions provided herein. Sale No. 948 Acres: 14.96 ± Legal Description: Tract 1 of COS No. 0104837, Sec. 36, T6N-R57E Minimum Bid for Land: $52,000 Value of Improvements on Property: $90,000 Location: Tract 1 of COS No. 0104837 in SW4SW4 of Sec. 36, T6N-R57E BID PARTICIPATION A bid packet containing an Offer to Purchase and Bid Deposit Receipt Form and Invitation to Purchase State Land at Public Oral Auction and General Terms & Conditions for Sale is available on DNRC’s website, http:// dnrc.mt.gov/cabinsitesales or from DNRC upon request. For Open House dates, go to http:// dnrc.mt.gov/cabinsitesales. All persons wishing to participate in the auction must submit a bid deposit postmarked by 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 20, 2019. The bid deposit must be in the form of a certified check made payable to DNRC equal to five percent (5%) of the minimum bid indicated for that parcel and submitted with a completed Offer to Purchase and Bid Deposit Receipt Form. Failure to submit the bid deposit or Offer to Purchase and Bid Deposit Receipt Form as provided herein will prohibit participation in the auction. All Offer to Purchase and Bid Deposit Receipt Forms and payments must be sent to: DNRC, Attn: Cabin/Home Site Sales, PO Box 201601, 1539 Eleventh Avenue, Helena, MT 596201601. For more information call 406-444-4289 or email renee. kelley@mt.gov. TERMS OF SALE for SALE No. 948: 1. The improvements and any other personal property on the cabin/home sites are owned by the lessee or other 3rd party. The successful bidder shall be required to pay the appraised value of the improvements in addition to the purchase price of the cabin/home site determined by the highest bid at the auction in accordance with MCA §77-2-318. 2. The minimum acceptable bids for the land are the values indicated above. 3. The parcel will be sold to the high bidder of that parcel. However, the current lessee of the parcel shall retain the option to exercise their preference right for purchase by matching the high bid for that parcel. If that right is exercised, the lessee will be deemed the purchaser of the parcel. If the preference right is not exercised, the high bidder shall be deemed to be the purchaser. The high bidder will be responsible to pay the lessee for the value of improvements located on the property. 4. In addition to the purchase price for each parcel and the purchase of the improvement, the purchaser shall also be responsible for the following costs (if applicable to that particular sale) including, but not limited to: Advertising, Appraisal, Filing Fees, Water Right Transfers, Cost of Closing. All inquiries, bid deposits, or requests for forms must be sent to: DNRC, Attn: Cabin/Home Site Sales, PO Box 201601, 1539 Eleventh Avenue, Helena, MT 59620-1601. For more information call 406-444-4289 or email renee.kelley@mt.gov. 47-50c MNAXLP _______________________
CALL FOR BIDS Fallon County P.O. Box 846 Baker, MT 59313-0846 Notice is hereby given; that the Board of County Commissioners of Fallon County, MT, on the 16 day of December at 2:15 p.m., in their office at the county courthouse will receive sealed bids for one or more new; Diesel Powered, Articulated Frame AWD Motor Grader A detailed list of specifications may be obtained by contacting the Fallon County Commissioners Office at the courthouse in Baker, 10 West Fallon Avenue, P.O. Box 846, Baker, MT 59313 or phone 406-778-8182. No bid will be considered unless, accompanied by a bid bond, in the amount of not less than ten (10) percent of the total bid. Bid will be presented in a sealed envelope containing a complete copy of the bid and specifications clearly marked. 2020 Motor Grader Bid Documents The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive irregularities, or to accept any bid they deem to be in the best interest of Fallon County. Dated this 25th day of November, 2019. Fallon County Board of County Commissioners Deb Ranum, Chairman 48-50c MNAXLP _______________________
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until the last day of October. CoBank, which is based in Greenwood Village in Colorado, has been offering the Sharing Success program for eight years, contributing more than $36 million to charitable organizations. According to England, CoBank partners with its customers in rural communities in the Sharing Success program. “It is a match for match for what we spend,” she said. The program is not limited to 4-H, but rather can be used with other non-profits. “It can be local. It can be contributions to any 501 charity. If we were to donate to the fire department, then I could turn around and go into Sharing Success and tell them why we did it and fill out an application. Then they either match fund or deny it. It has to be at least a contribution of $1,000,” England explained. The application has to come from Farmers Union, not an outside group, she said. “We do it on our end. It has nothing to do with the groups that we help”. “It was my decision to put the application in for the 4-H Council and the matching of the funds,” she added.
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•proactive patrols of schools, businesses and residential areas. Anyone with any information on any area crime is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 406-778-2222.
From the Bench
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•Mason G.L. Lovec, Ekalaka, criminal possession of dangerous drugs, marijuana (60 grams or less), 1st offense, bond forfeited $575, ticket issued 9/17/19. •Mason G.L. Lovec, Ekalaka, criminal possession of dangerous paraphernalia, bond forfeited $585, ticket issued 9/17/19. •Mason G.L. Lovec, Ekalaka, speeding on non-interstate, exceed night limit of 65 MPH, 80/65, bond forfeited $70, ticket issued 9/17/19. •Blake Albert Persson, Ogilvie, MN, fail to keep tag attached, bond forfeited $135, ticket issued 11/23/19.
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December 13, 2019
Fallon County Times
Good Food + Good Friends = A GOOD TIME
www.bakerfurnitureandappliances.com
Special Financing Available
Stop in & warm up with a hot drink!
Happy Holidays From Kelly, Brenda & The Crew
Buy one regular price piece of furniture or accessory and get half off the second one of equal or lesser value. See store for details.
Daily Lunch Specials ~ Order Early ~
big roasters of meat for your holiday gatherings.
Gift Certificates Available for the hard-to-buy-for person.
www.bakerfurnitureandappliances.com
Thee Garage
The SpiriT iS Building!
Deck your halls this season with
J & M Lumber!
From select grade building materials to fashionable finishing touches, we have what you need. A Gift Certificate from
J & M Lumber!
is a great idea for the handyman in your family.
J & M Lumber
8426 E. Hwy. 12 • Baker, MT • 406-778-2030
HOURS: Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. “Doing business the olD fashioneD way.”
406-778-2065 • Baker, MT
Pizza, Soup & Salad Bar Monday - Friday • Noon
Homemade
For a Holiday to Remember Shop where You’re Treated Like A Member of the Family!
Soup, Salad & Pizza Soup & Salad Bar
ALL DAY ~ EVERY DAY~
Heiser’s Bar & Casino Baker, MT 406-778-2001
Greeting Cards • Candles Cheese • Candy • Champagne • Wine Party Trays • Gifts • Gift Cards for any need.
Lake City Shopping Center Baker, MT • 406-778-3816
Kids’ Christmas Coloring Contest
Ages 0-4 • 5-7 • 8 - 10 The winner in each age group will receive
HOLIDAY BUCKS
which can be redeemed at any of the participating businesses.
Coloring Contest Rules
1. Employees of the Fallon County Times and their immediate family are not eligible to win. 2. All entries must be received at our office by noon, Monday, December 23.
3. Winners will be announced in Dec. 27 issue of the Fallon County Times. 4. All entries become property of this newspaper and can be printed accordingly.
Drop off entries at: Fallon County Times, 115 South Main PO Box 679, Baker, MT 59313 NAME:___________________________________________________________ AGE:______________ ADDRESS:____________________________________________________________________________ CITY:_____________________________________STATE:____________________ZIP:_____________ PARENTS’ NAME:___________________________________________PHONE:___________________ For the latest local news, videos and more log onto falloncountyextra.com