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Baker kicks off fall in style On September 10, the Baker Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture will be celebrating the changing of the seasons with the eighth annual Fall Festival. The Fall Festival will transform a portion of downtown Baker on First Street West into a walkable street festival with a selection of vendors and activities Saturday, September 10, starting at 9 a.m. Several vendors, crafters and artisans have committed to selling their wares throughout the day. A variety of handcrafted items, artwork, products, and more will be available. Dave and Wendy Shreeve from Forsyth will also be on site selling their famous Prairie Fire Kettle Korn. Members of Fallon Medical Complex Foundation will have hot dogs and tacos-in-a-bag for purchase at lunch time. Children of all ages will have the opportunity to enjoy inflatables brought by Funflatables. The free inflatable fun from noon to 4 p.m. will include five fun activities. At 4 p.m., a Duck Race will be held on the patio of the Baker Club hosted by the Chamber. Ducks can be purchased for the fun race and cash prizes will be awarded. The Baker CowBelles and Chamber will host a Chili CookOff to award bragging rights to the best cooks in southeast Montana. Judging will take place at 5:00 p.m. and prizes will

be awarded for Spiciest, Beefiest, Best Display, and the People’s Choice. The public is welcome to try the entries for free starting at 5:30 p.m. The third annual Rib Cook-Off will also be held in conjunction with the Fall Festival. Ribs and sides will be served to the public starting at 5:30 p.m. for $10 per person, ages ten and under free. Live music and entertainment will be in the evening from 8:00-11:00 provided by Orion and Stacey Potter from South Dakota. They will perform in Thee Garage Showroom. They have been performing together since 2009 and their genre includes 50s and 60s, classic country, country, 70s, and modern music. Products of the Prairie, a farmers and crafters market will also take place Saturday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Fallon County Fairgrounds. This market will feature Montana made products by numerous vendors including soaps, pottery, crocheted items, metal work, paintings, quilting, garden produce, baked goods & food products, wreaths, repurposed furniture and much more! The $1.00 entry fee will include a Products of the Prairie tote and there will be face painting and other fun activities for kids.

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New Siren in Baker By Sherry Vogel Many Baker residents have spotted a new siren in town. I am not referring to a beautiful, seductive woman as referred to in ancient Greek mythology. Remember Odysseus, in The Odyssey of Homer? He had his crew plug their ears and then tie him to the mast, so that he could hear the Siren song but not be destroyed by it. Most women won’t mind if you call them a siren---meaning they’re dangerously beautiful. Now that I have your attention from what might be construed as a very boring subject, this new siren in Baker although tall and slim (actually very, very tall) is not a dangerously beautiful, womanly siren at all, but a new horn device that makes a loud prolonged sound as a signal or warning. Installed on the east side of the old firehall in the downtown district is the new disaster siren. This new beauty in town makes three different sounds. One sound is a warning for an attack; the second sound is an alert for fire calls and the third sound is for chemical spills and other warnings. Want to get to know this new siren? The last Wednes-

day of each month you will hear it sounding at 7 p.m. for the regular monthly fire meeting. Chuck Lee, Disaster and Emergency Services Coordinator, said, “Every third month they will sound all three, in turn, so local residents will learn to identify them.” Baker’s new siren is a beauty in her own right as she has 12 separate horns that sound simultaneously. Whereas, the old siren had only one horn that would spin around, 360 degrees, with only one side of it sounding. Another alluring feature of this brand new siren is that it can be battery powered if the electricity goes off. In fact, it takes four truck batteries to operate it. The older siren ran off electricity and was disabled if the power went off. So, by now you have probably figured out Baker’s new siren doesn’t have much in common with The Odyssey’s beautiful sirens. Actually, it might have more in common with the sailors that plugged their ears and struggled not to be allured into the rocks wrecking their ships. They say the new Baker siren alarm is so loud that we may need to plug our ears as we pass by.

TAKE NOTE PTA meeting Parent-Teachers Association monthly meeting will be held Monday, September 12, 7 p.m. in the Fallon County Library basement.

Community Choir practice Practice for the Community Choir Christmas Concert wil be held every Monday in the Longfellow music room at 7 p.m.

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By Sherry Vogel The Plevna School District welcomes Teri Downing to Plevna Elementary this fall as the new 1st grade teacher. Mrs. Downing, her husband Brian, and son are returning to the local area as they had lived in Baker five years ago. Back then Teri had taught kindergarten at the Lincoln School while her husband was employed in the oil industry. Upon her husband’s retirement, in Texas, they decided to come back to make Baker their home, because they love living in a small close knit community. Teri stated, “People have made us feel welcomed.” Although Montana winters are totally different than winters in Texas, that’s not a problem for Mrs. Downing because she loves the snow. Downing began teaching 18 years ago

since she has always enjoyed working with kids. Downing grew up in Oklahoma City, OK. After graduating high school she attended the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond. She earned a dual degree, a Bachelors of Science in Ele-

Karen Fujimori, Baker, is the new 5th grade teacher at Plevna Elementary this fall. Mrs. Fujimori and her family, husband Andy and two of her three children moved to Baker five years ago, from Olympia, WA. Karen grew up in Olympia. Later as an adult, she owned and operated a daycare center there. The center was licensed for 65 children. Fujimori and her staff cared for children from birth to twelve years old. The center offered an in- house preschool and employed a certified teacher who taught K-5. While managing the center, Karen became interested in teaching children. After moving to Baker, Karen pursued her degree through Western Governor’s University, graduating with a Bachelors of Interdisciplinary Arts K-8 in 2016. She

completed her student teaching in the third grade, this past spring, at Plevna Elementary. She was under the supervision of Mrs. Brenner. “I had the best mentor you could ever ask for,” stated Fujimori. “She would advise me then let me go.” Fujimori shared that she felt very blessed to be able to student teach in Plevna. She said, “I really lucked out doing my student teaching in Plevna. I witnessed teachers that really love and care for their students.” The new grad always felt she would enjoy teaching K-3 grades, but she is very happy to be teaching at the fifth grade level. Mrs. Fujimori shared, “Most students these days are becoming independent at an earlier age due to technology. They are figuring stuff out on their own.” Karen’s husband Andy is the Information Technology Tech for Fallon County.

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mentary Education, later receiving a Masters in Reading Education. Mrs. Downing’s motto is, “If you can’t read, you can’t do anything else.” She finds it most rewarding when a student who has struggled with reading starts to read. This leads to her philosophy of teaching. She states, “Every student can learn, but not all students learn at the same rate. Individual students can make great strides in their learning when exposed to different strategies.” In her spare time she enjoys reading. She also loves spending time with her family and travel. This all works well together, since two of her three children live a lengthy distance away. Her son lives in Oklahoma and her daughter is married and makes her home in France.

KAREN FUJIMORI Her oldest son, Michael, 26 is serving in the Marines stationed in Arizona. Her son, Benjamin, 18, recent BHS grad, is attending Montana Tech in Butte this fall. Youngest child, Emi, 15, is a junior at Baker High.

New charges filed in Bowman murder case By Bryce Martin CMI Group Editor BOWMAN, N.D. — Chase Duane Swanson made his initial appearance in Southwest Judicial District Court the morning of Sept. 2, charged with three felonies related to the August homicide of Rhame resident Nicholas Johnson. Swanson and Madison Beth West have been charged with a Class AA felony of conspiracy to commit murder, which has a maximum punishment of life imprisonment without parole, in addition to two Class C felonies of theft of property and felon in possession of a firearm. Swanson is currently being held at the Southwest MultiCounty Correctional Center in Dickinson on a $5 million cash bond. Bowman County State’s Attorney Stephanie Pretzer told The Pioneer that a date for West’s initial hearing is not yet known. Prosecutor Britta Demello Rice of the N.D. Attorney General’s Office will serve as second chair throughout the court hearings and potential trial.

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A criminal complaint made by Timothy Helmer of the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation, the lead investigator on the case, stated that “the defendants agreed with one of more persons to engage in our cause conduct which in fact constituted the offense of murder.” Helmer continued in the complaint that Johnson was invited into Swanson and West’s motel room at the El-Vu Motel in Bowman where he was ultimately found dead. Todd Anthony Pashano, who allegedly was kidnapped by Swanson and West — though it was not confirmed by law enforcement — was also charged with hindering police, a Class C felony. According to a criminal complaint filed with the court, Pashano allegedly had hindered the police investigation by not contacting law enforcement upon discovery of Johnson’s body and by providing transportation to the couple. Helmer stated in a court affidavit signed Sept. 1 that Swanson, 21, West, 26, and Pashano, 28, had fled the scene Aug. 20 at the El-Vu Motel in Bowman, where Johnson’s body was found, Continued on page 8

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FILES OF THE TIMES 10 YEARS AGO Friday, Sept. 15, 2006 -Governor Brian Schweitzer brought a delegation of Canadian men associated with the Canadian energy industry to Baker September 12. He did this in his continuing effort to see development of energy with all the natural resources in eastern MT, namely coal and oil. . .Baker Senior Citizens met September 5, beginning with a potluck dinner at noon followed by a business meeting. . .The theme for homecoming this year was “Hollywood Nights Spartans Stars.” Homecoming started Sunday with a big get together for hallway decorations. . .The Lady Spartans hosted St. Labre and Lame Deer on Saturday and claimed victories over both teams in three games each. . .The Baker Spartan JV football team traveled to Forsyth Tuesday night and defeated the Dogies 26-0. . .The Baker Spartan football team traveled to Wolf Point and scored six touchdowns for a win of 41-0. . .Customer Appreciation Days September 14-16 at Universal Tire & Alignment. . .When the District #12 school board met September 7, the trustees awarded four $200 alumni scholarships. Recipients are Jennifer Thompson, Connor and Carson Beach and Julie Ho. . .Picture: Homecoming Royalty Queen Marnee Overton & King Eric Mitchell. . Chamber of Commerce met September 7, and County Commissioner Don Rieger told members the county evaluation is up quite a bit over last year. Last year a mill was worth $11,000 and this year a mill will bring in $18,000.

Show will be held September 28. . .Corner Bar is sponsoring a three on three basketball tournament September 21. . Ralph Koenig is in the process of having the necessary tests to find a donor that can provide him with a kidney and pancreas. Many of his neighbors and friends decided to pitch in and help him haul his hay from 25 miles south of Baker to his ranch north of town. Six semis hauled the hay and others volunteered their equipment to load it.

30 YEARS AGO Thursday, Sept. 11, 1986 -Lakeview Country Club held their Club Championship last Sunday. Flight winners were Tom Bechtold, Larry Merwin, Otto Bechtold, Chauncey Robinson and Jack Lawler. . At 1:30 a.m. last Sunday, the Baker Volunteer Firemen were called to T & K Feeds by Fire Chief Bernie Heiser to extinguish a small fire in the feed auger. . .August 27 the ladies of the Lakeview Country Club held their tournament. Winners were Ellie Herbst, Jeannie Jacobsen, Barb Carver, Dude Rustad, Linda Varner, Nikki Nichols and Betty Hanewald. . .Schell’s Lake City Shopping Center Fall Festival will be held September 13. Businesses sponsoring the festival are Trustworthy Hardware, Anfinson’s, Ben Franklin, Margetta’s, Ken-Con Laundry, JDH Financial Services and Reynolds. . .Spartan girls basketball team started the season with a successful round robin tournament last weekend where they emerged the champions. . .Spartan football season opener was held on the city football field last Saturday against Forsyth. Forsyth 20 YEARS AGO had been picked as the number Friday, Sept 13, 1996 -one team in their division but According to Baker mayor lost to the Baker team in a Kelly Coldwell, the increased non-conference game. oil activity in the area during the past couple of years has 40 YEARS AGO made a major impact on the Thursday, Sept. 9, 1976 -city. The economy is much Little John Lizer, son of Mr. better, the three motels and and Mrs. John Lizer, is holdhotel have been virtually full ing his 16 pound rabbit that all summer, rentals are full and won outstanding exhibit in the four new homes are under rabbit division at the Fallon construction. . .A new ac- County Fair 4-H department. . counting business has been Public is invited to the dedicaopened by Tammi Winbauer. . tion ceremonies at South .The Baker City Police were Sandstone September 12. . notified of a theft September Congressman John Melcher is 10. An air tank and bright yel- pictured speaking to Fallon low tool box belonging to County Residents Ken GrifMartin Kane were stolen out fith, Christ Lang, Herman of his white Toyota pickup. . . Follmer and Bob Morton after The city, county and Chamber the dinner held Saturday of Commerce and Agriculture evening. . .Carol A. Mittal, have joined forces to provide who has been Extension Agent funding for 36 banners which for Rosebud and Madison-Jefwill proudly proclaim the ad- ferson-Beaverhead Counties, vantages of life in Fallon assumed duties September 1 County. These banners will be as Extension Agent for Fallon placed north, south, east and and Carter Counties at Baker. west from the four-way stop. . The board of commissioners Willard Homemakers Quilt for both counties announced

Miss Mittal will succeed Min- is now what was needed durnaclare Lavendar who re- ing the weekend. Fair fans let signed May 31. it be known that had the weather been good, Baker 50 YEARS AGO Thursday, Sept. 15, 1966 -- would have had its largest atAll arrangements are com- tendance in fair history. Hunpleted for the eighth annual dreds weathered the rain to Fall Festival which will be take in the best program ever staged in the American Legion presented here. Fallon Post Hall Saturday. The event is No. 35 American Legion was sponsored by the Baker all prepared to do a big bingo Chamber of Commerce with business, but every time the the Baker Jaycees, Baker stand should have been Jayceens and Baker Woman’s opened the rain poured down. Club as assistants. . .Saturday Sunday night the Legionnaires is the date set for a $290,000 were persuaded to move their issue to finance construction stuff to the Legion Hall and of four classrooms, an art provided several hours of enroom, junior-senior library, tertainment for crowds disapand a vocational building. The pointed because fair activities issue will cost taxpayers 2 1/2 couldn’t go on. . .Franklin mills or an additional $4.50 Cunningham, traveling salestax the first year on a $15,000 man for the Red Owl Store, is home. . .Two accidents involv- the new manager in Baker. He ing cows on the highway were replaced Dave Steinert who reported last week. September resigned to go to Minneapolis. 6 on U.S. Highway 12 east of Plevna, Leonard Beckman driving west hit a cow on the left side of the pickup he was in. He killed the cow which belonged to Elroy Fried, and caused appropriately $300 damage to the pickup. September 11, 17 miles north of Baker on Route 7, Theodore Barank of Belfield, ND hit a cow with his car, the car was a total loss. The cow, valued at $300, belonged to Albert Huether and was killed. 60 YEARS AGO Thursday, Sept. 13, 1956 -To re-check local drought conditions, a brief summary of the report shows that the state drought committee has taken no action except to decide there had been a marked change toward the improvement of conditions in the stricken area. . .Woman’s Club open season with record turnout at Mrs. Fred Morrow’s residence with Mrs. Howard Yokley presiding and Mrs. Jack Lawler as secretary. . The jumbo size Lee Rider overall on display outside the Russell Clothing Store during the Fallon County Fair disappeared the last day of the fair. An extensive search has been made, not only for the Lee overalls, but for the man large enough to wear such a garment. . .Karl Wenz, local Standard Oil Company dealer, was a guest of the Standard Oil Company at Jackson Lodge, Moran, WY, the weekend of September 8. 70 YEARS AGO Thursday, Sept. 12, 1946 -After spoiling what was to have been the highest and best fair ever held here, the weather made a turnabout Tuesday and

80 YEARS AGO Thursday, Sept. 17 1936 -A walk through the Fallon County Fairgrounds this morning revealed that the big attendance expected will be greatly surprised at the showing made by the drought stricken people who are making a brave showing in their cooperation with the fair board in putting on the tenth annual fair. . .Baker High School Spartans went down in defeat in a practice game against the all star team Saturday morning when a team composed of Coach Coey, Lloyd Harris, Joe Moore, Butch Micka, Jesse Barstow and Karl Pleissner met the high school team on the practice field. The score was 36-0. . .Jimmie Owens and Bud Williams were going about their business with extraordinary nonchalance considering their experience Sunday afternoon when Bud’s plane nosed 100 feet down to earth in a pancake flop. Both fellows were shaken up and bruised considerably. . .Samsel’s advertised a fair special of fur-trimmed coats for girls - $4.95, girls all wool sweater blouses - $1.49, men’s dress shirt - 95 cents.

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Fallon County Times Successor to the Fallonite Printed weekly at Baker, Montana, in the interest of the people. Butte H. Tipton, Publisher Entered at the Postoffice at Baker, Montana, as Second Class Matter Two dollars the year, strictly in advance The Fallon County Times will be 100 years old in May 2016. Following are a couple of stories from back then.

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Wyman’s Home Badly Burned The volunteer fire department had a strenuous time Tuesday afternoon fighting a fire which started in the kitchen of Al Wyman’s residence on West Montana Avenue. Two theories are advanced as to how the fire started. Some say that it was caused by an explosion of natural gas while others think it started from an overheated stove. In either event Mr. Wyman has suffered considerable loss and damage both to the building and contents. He carried a thousand dollar insurance policy on the building, but had no protection on his household belongings. The latter for the most part were carried to the street as well are the wearing apparel and trunks of those who had room there. With the thermometer hovering near the 20 mark, the boys had a cold job on their hands. The flames crept between the ceiling rafter and the roof, making it almost impossible to reach them with a stream of water. The city water supply was supplemented by “Old Faithful,” which has done effective work at more than one fire. Paul Collette had charge of the engine which was placed at the lake and a line of home run to the burning building. “Old Faithful” was equipped with an engine from a Ford automobile following the fire at the flour mill when its regular engine was damaged. Shivering spectators and assistant firemen were given a few thrills during the progress of the fire. Jay Blazick, night operator at the depot, in attempting to recover some of his belongings from an upper room was overcome by smoke and had to be carried down the ladder by L. A. Lebeck. Miss Josephine Smith, one of the roomers, was alone in the house and gave the alarm when she discoverered the kitchen ceiling on fire. She said the stove was red hot. Asked if there was an explosion, she said she did not hear it if there was. _____________ • _____________

Eggs and milk rarities now Eggs and milk are scarce commodities in this community and lucky is the man who owns a cow and his own chickens and has someone to take care of both. A dearth of “cackleberries” led Mr. Pierce of the Peerless Cafe to put a real hen egg on exhibition near the cash register and labeled it: An Egg. It was a curiosity that attracted no little attention from his well fed boarders. Grocery stores are willing to pay 50 cents in trade for ranch eggs, but very few farmers have any to spare this time of year. Cold weather and the resultant frosted combs has caused a cessation of the hen’s activities and what few eggs are garnered in the ante-holiday period are preserved for the Christmas pie and cakes. Restaurant keepers are unable to procure sufficient milk from local dairymen whose retail trade demands their entire output.

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City of Baker Fall Clean Up Days 2016

September 11th through September 25th Service Organizations may contact the City if they would like to assist with Clean Up. 778-2713 or 778-2692. Baker Clean up Days will begin Sunday September 11, 2016 and run through Sunday September 25, 2016. Containers will be available for public use near the City Shop at the west end of Milwaukee Avenue. The City of Baker Public Works Dept. will assist those who are physically unable to haul their items from 7:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. City working days and from 7:00 a.m. until noon on Friday September 23. Please leave items on the street or avenue curbs. Residents will be responsible to dispose of their own items after Noon on Friday September 23, 2016. Residents are encouraged to trim tree branches near the streets and alleys and dispose of at the City Shop designated site or at the County Container site. Other containers may be marked for disposal of certain items.

PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE REFUSE IN THE ALLEYS. TIRES ARE ACCEPTED ONLY IF SEPARATED FROM THE RIM. The Fall The Fallon County Container site located on Coral Creek Rd. Southeast of Baker is open every Wednesday and Saturday currently from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Disposal is free to all County residents.

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Donald Rieger A funeral service for Donald “Don” Rieger, 71, of Ismay, MT was held on We d n e s d a y, September 7, 2016 at the Plevna High School Gym, Plevna, with Pastor Joe Noel and Dale Rath officiating. Burial followed at Community Union Cemetery. Donald Rene Rieger, age 71, was born August 28, 1945 to Edwin and Emilie (Singer) Rieger in Baker, MT. He grew up on the family ranch near Ismay – commonly referred to as “Riegerville”. He attended Plevna Public School, graduating in 1963. After graduation, he attended Eastern Montana College in Billings. In December 1965, he was drafted into the U.S. Army. He served a tour in Vietnam as a microwave communication repairman and later retasked as a company clerk. Don was honorably discharged in 1967. After returning home, he attended Western College of Auctioneering in Billings. Along with two partners, he formed Northwest Auction Service. Auctioneering became a lifelong profession. He helped construct Baker Livestock and was employed as foreman and auctioneer. Don always had a passion for horses. He enjoyed competing in rodeos and horse racing, and in later years enjoyed being a spectator. He was a member of the Montana Rodeo Hall of Fame. On June 20, 1970, Don married Eileen Buerkle. They resided in Baker until moving to their ranch south of Ismay in 1972. They were then blessed with three children – Lynn, Lisa, and Leighton. In 1989, he was elected Fallon County Commissioner and served for 24 years. During his time as commissioner, he served on multiple boards and committees across the state, including MACO, Joint Powers Trust, Mental Health and Human Services, and EBMS. Through his involvement, he made many lifelong friends.

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Don generously volunteered his time and talent to many organizations. He served locally on the Fair Board, Farmers Union Board, and was a brand inspector. He was a member of the American Legion Post, VFW, Plevna Senior Citizens, and the Plevna coffee group. Family was very important to Don. He enjoyed family reunions, holidays at the lodge, and our family get-togethers and vacations. For Don and Eileen’s 40th anniversary, their children took them on an Alaskan cruise. He always said that was one of his most memorable trips. He was very proud of his grandchildren. One of the highlights of his day was watching out the front window, as the grandchildren tended to their animals, played basketball, rode bicycles, or anything else they happened to be doing. He often had them over for root beer floats. In retirement, Don and Eileen were able to spend much more time together. Due to failing health, Don was no longer able to be as active as he would have liked. He passed away near the ranch on August 31, 2016. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Eileen; children Lynn (Albert) Paul, Jessica, Jenna, Jaeda, and Jordan of Ismay, Lisa Rieger of Ismay, and Leighton Rieger of Billings; brothers Ronnie Rieger of Manhattan, Tom (Jackie) Rieger of Billings, and Roy (Berdie) Rieger of Baker; sisters Sharon (Bill) Ware of Grapeview, WA, Maralee (Bart) Burdick of Baker, and Tanya (Brad) Dorvall of Bridger; brother-in-law Alvin (Debbie) Buerkle of Big Timber; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Ed and Millie Rieger, and parents-inlaw Art and Betty Buerkle. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.stevensonfuneralhome.com

Jackie Gappa Overstreet, 79, passed away on February 13, 2016, in Yuma, Arizona. Jackie was born in Circle, Montana, and moved with her family to Baker. After graduating from Baker High School in 1956, Jackie moved to Billings where she met a student at Rocky Mountain College, Max Overstreet. They fell in love and were the first couple wed at St. John’s Catholic Church in Baker. Their life took them to Oregon and then to Seattle, Washington, where they raised their family in a warm, welcoming home. Jackie was proud of her public service career. After she and Max retired in 1997, they travelled the country in a motor home and spent their winters in Yuma, Arizona. Jackie spent weekends and

holidays hosting parties with the numerous friends that she, Max and their children had collected. Her home was full of laughter, music, and funny stories. Not a day goes by that she is not missed. Jackie is survived by her husband of 56 years Max Overstreet, daughter Connie Wilson, daughter Kristie Overstreet, son Kyle Overstreet, son Jason Overstreet, three grandsons, three granddaughters, one great granddaughter, sister Detta Breitbach, sister Kay Fleming, and her dear friend Kelly Nolan Shafer. Please join us Sept. 13, 2016 at the St. John’s Catholic Cemetery in Baker for a memorial service celebrating Jackie's life.

Fallon County Timely-Tips By Sherry Vogel Here are some tips for using that garden fresh zucchini that you “were gifted” by the gardener living next door. #1. If you are using zucchini fresh, such as in salads, sandwiches, cold soup, etc. your zucchini will be tastier if you soak it for 30 minutes in one cup water and one teaspoon salt. #2. In casseroles you can use your large zucchini, sliced, but if the skin doesn’t look tender it’s best to peel before using it. #3. Grated zucchini works well in recipes that call for ground zucchini and also freezes well. #4. If the recipe calls for boiled, parboiled, or cooked zucchini and you have a steamer, by all means steam the vegetable and save those precious vitamins. Beware…lock your vehicles…or you may be the owner of one of these huge vegetables!

Tom Patterson A memorial service for Tom Patterson will be held Saturday, September 10, at Crossroads Evangelical Church, 920 W. 21st S., South Sioux City, NE. Tom passed away following a tragic accident on the Missouri River near Elk Point,

SD. He worked for two summers in Baker for Mitchell’s Oilfield Service. He is the son of Joene (Olind) and Walter Patterson of Frostburg, MD, and the grandson of George and Barb Olind of Baker.

Cards ______________________ Submitted by Jay Gregory Fourteen people came out to play pinochle September 4, at the Baker Senior Citizen Center. There were two tables of four players and two tables of three players. Winners were Alice Kay Schweigert, Teddy Stoddard, and Jay Gregory won twice. Pinochle will be played again next Sunday, September 11, at 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Citizen Center.

Extra special birthday wishes go out to Olga Ehret of Superior Care Villa. Olga turned 100 years young! She celebrated this special day with her family and friends. We wish this special lady many more birthdays.

Turkey Shoot Sunday, September 25 8 a.m. registration • 9 a.m. start shooting Fallon County Shooting Range Baker, MT

Happy Birthday wishes to Alice MacKay of Superior Care Villa. Alice celebrated her special day with her son Bill MacKay, daughter Shelly Dean and her friends at Superior Care Villa.

The family of Rodney Askin would like to give a huge Thank You to Jason Coulter and Jerrid Geving along with the entire Fallon County Fair board for the most fitting and remarkable tribute to Rodney and for the beautiful buckle presented to Marilyn in memory of Rodney from the Fair Board and Montana Silversmiths. A special thank you to Philip & Debi Fleming and Bob & Rose Hansen and their families for sponsoring the beautiful buckles awarded in the team roping. We sincerely appreciate and thank our community, family, friends and rodeo family for the love and support over the last 2 years.

Trap Shooting • Concessions on site More Info contact Dave or Nicole Kono 406-778-2414 Or Nicole Kono at 406-978-2415 There will be an Annie Oakly at 2 p.m. for a Remington 870 wingmaster shotgun. Proceeds go to the Fallon County 4-H shooting Sports program.

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CHURCH BREAK AMERICAN LUTHERAN CHURCH Thursdays @ 7 p.m. Come and join us for a Church Break! You will be blessed. We begin this Thursday with a 5 week series, “Jump in with Jesus”!

Sept 8: “The Jesus Memo” Sept 15: “Set Us Apart” Sept 22: Pray, seriously?” Sept 29: “Chasing Perfection!” Oct 6: “Grace”

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202 South 4th Street • Baker, MT 59313 406-778-3331 Hospital • 406-778-2833 Clinic

CLINIC HOURS Monday – Friday • 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

SERVICES INCLUDE 24-Hour Emergency Room Acute Care/Hospital Care Outpatient Surgery Skilled Nursing Home Swing Bed/Long Term Care Home Health Services Life Line • Social Services Diagnostic Imaging • Mammography Colonoscopy • Ultrasound • CT • MRI Laboratory • Physical Therapy Dietetic Counseling Telemedicine Site

• Fillings • Root Canals • Extractions • Dentures

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202 South 4th Street W. Baker, MT 59313 (lower level of Fallon Medical Complex)

(406)778-5150 (800)676-7161 Ext. 231

VISITING SPECIALISTS Leszek Jaszczak, MD (Radiology) Jeff Williams, MD (Obstetrics/Gynecology) 24-hr access via Telemedicine to Billings Specialists

SERVICES Flu & pneumonia immunizations • Prenatal care FAA, DOT, ICC physicals • Cryotherapy Minor surgical procedures Family health care for all ages

Office hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday

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Breakfast September 12 - Oatmeal, sausage, fruit 13 - Breakfast sandwich, cheese stick, fruit 14 - Pancake, egg, fruit 15 - Bacon, egg, toast, fruit 16 - Muffin, yogurt, fruit

Lunch September 12 - Pizza pocket, salad, cheese stick, strawberries 13 - Turkey & cheese sub, sun chips, lettuce, grapes 14 - Mac & cheese & meatballs, green beans, oranges, roll 15 - Nachos, beef and cheese, lettuce, pears 16 - BBQ rib sandwich, baked beans, french fries, banana

Menu subject to change.

Legal Tip of the Week Did you know …

The Sophomore class elected their officers to be Laylah Dulin as Student Council Alt., Courtney TudorVice President, Wrenzi Wresinski- Student Council Rep., Damien Smith- Treasurer, Maleah Graham- President and Madison Moore as Secretary.

Lady Spartan Volleyball By Briana Sposili The Lady Spartan Volleyball team hosted a game against Wolf Point on Friday, September 2. Varsity won in a total of five matches with the scores (21-25), (25-15), (25-10), (1825), & (15-10). Wrenzi Wrzesinski had 5 kills, 23 digs, 3 aces, and 3 assists; Scotti Robinson 6 kills, 27 digs, 5 aces, and 19 assists; Alivia Schultz 1 kill, 23 digs, and 3 aces; Melissa Breitbach 13 kills, 1 block, 11 digs, 1 ace, and 2 assists; Maddie Reddick 7 kills, 25 digs, and 5 assists; Lexi Hartse 5 kills, 5 digs, and 1 assist; Amber Durden 1 kill, and 1 block; Hannah Gonsioroski 11 digs; Maryssa Rusley 1 assist. JV Stats - Macee Hadley had 2 kills, 2 digs, 3 aces, and 8 assists; Mariah Miller 1 kill, 4 digs, 1 ace, and 4 assists;

Hannah Gonsioroski 1 kill, 9 digs, and 2 aces; Madison Moore 3 kills, 2 digs, and 1 ace; Amber Durden 2 kills, 3 digs, and 1 assist; Katie Wang 1 kill, 1 block, and 3 digs; Maryssa Rusley 1 kill, 1 dig, and 1 ace; Halle Burdick 9 digs, and 1 ace; Sheyanne Janeway 2 kills and 2 digs; Skyler Robinson 7 digs. C-Squad Stats - Shelby Moore had 3 kills, 13 digs, 7 aces, and 1 assist; Kelsey Miller 1 kill, 7 digs, 6 aces, and 4 assists; Courtney Tudor 5 kills, 5 digs, and 6 aces; Taylor Miller 3 digs, 2 aces, and 6 assists; Maleah Graham 10 digs and 7 aces; Alissa Bohle 8 digs and 2 aces; Laylah Dulin 2 kills and 2 aces; Tesla Erickson 1 kill and 2 digs; Hannah Craft 2 digs and 1 ace; and Lena Kennel had 1 dig.

LaCroix on President’s List Rebecca LaCroix has achieved the President’s List for Grand Canyon University. She is the wife of Jake LaCroix and the daughter of

Mike and Tiffany Davis. To qualify for the President’s List you must have a GPA of 3.8 or higher.

Spartans defeat Wolves By Andrew Craft The Baker Spartans hosted the Wolf Point Wolves for their first home game of the 2016 season and soundly defeated them 47-0. The Spartans scored two touchdowns in the first quarter-Angus Lund scored on a 33 yard run and the PAT failed making the score 6-0. Luke Gonsioroski scampered in on a one yard run and Angus Lund ran in for the two point conversion, ending the first quarter 14-0. The Spartans racked up 21 points in the second quarter making the half time score 350. Cleet Wrzesinski dashed into the end zone on a two yard run, and Isaac Nemitz kicked the PAT for one. Next Luke Gonsioroski took the ball on a 17 yard run and Aaron Smith kicked a successful PAT. Then, Cleet Wrzesinski caught a 22 yard pass from Luke Gonsioroski. Aaron Smith kicked another PAT for the extra point.

After the half, Kadon Gentilini picked up a three yard run into the end zone; the kick failed giving the Spartans a 41-0 lead at the end of the third quarter. The game remained scoreless for the Wolves, as the Spartans’ Dalton Herbst made it into the Wolves’ territory on a 13 yard run. The PAT kick failed and the game ended 47-0. Offensively, the Spartans rushed for 34/357 yards. Angus Lund was 11 for 117, and Luke Gonsioroski was 4 for 80 yards. Luke passed 3/11 for 91 yards. Cleet received three times for 91 yards. On the Defense, Andrew Craft had nine tackles, Kadon Gentilini - eight tackles and two interceptions for 51 yards; Angus Lund had eight tackles, Summit Wyman had two fumble recoveries. The Spartans will travel to Glasgow on Friday, September 9, 2016, to take on the Scotties.

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Baker Alumni Scholarship Applications are being accepted for the Baker Alumni Scholarship.

The scholarship will be awarded at the meeting of the Board of Trustees on September 14, 2016. Applications will be accepted through September 13, 2016 at noon.

Applicants must meet the following requirements: • Must be a graduate of Baker High School • Must be a junior or senior in college • Must have voted in the last election (School, City or General Election) Application forms can be obtained at the High School Office, or by calling 406-778-2577, e-mail mettlerj@baker.k12mt.us or writing to: Baker Public School Attn: Jen Mettler, PO Box 659, Baker, MT 59313

the Fair Credit Reporting Act entitles you to a free copy of your credit report? You can obtain one from each of these three credit reporting agencies: Equifax, TransUnion and Experian. You can access your credit report online through: www.annualcreditreport.com. If you disagree with any information, the credit reporting agency will

investigate your claim free of charge and let you know their results. For more information, please visit the Consumer section of www.MontanaLawHelp.org. If you can't find the information you want, click on the LiveHelp button. Or call the Montana Legal Services Association HelpLine at 1-800666-6899.

Extension calendar Baker office hours 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Now open from 12-1 p.m. to better serve you. For more information, please contact your Fallon/Carter Extension Office at 406-778-7110. September 10 - Products of the Prairie Farmers & Crafters Market September 14 - Fallon County 4-H Record Books are due September 21 - Carter County 4-H Record Books are due September 25 - Fallon County 4-H Fall Livestock Judging September 29 - Fallon/Carter County Homemaker Fall Council Meeting September 30 - October 2 - Montana 4-H Leadership Forum, Lewistown, MT

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8 Keys of Excellence

Round Bale Decorating By Jessica Paul As part of the Cowboy Hoedown theme, Friday, August 25, grades K-12 divided into six groups for brainstorming on how to decorate a big round bale. Monday and Tuesday of the following week, each group made a unique bale creation. The bales were provided by Dale and Sharon Buerkle. The first group made a spider, the second group created a pig, the third group designed a cowboy minion, the fourth group turned their bale into a bull, the fifth group devised a scarecrow, and the sixth group made a bale into a basketball. The activity was enjoyed by all and showed the creativity of the Plevna students. Great Job students! Your bales look awesome!

Back to School Hoe Down By Jessica Paul Wednesday night the teachers, staff, students, parents, trustees, and community members came to see what all the ruckus was on the track field. There were wagon rides courtesy of Scott and Josie Rieger as well as Cody and Andrea Rieger. Pulling this wagon was a beautiful old John Deere tractor that Darin and Nicole Buerkle provided. For dinner our crew had pulled pork sandwiches served by Mrs. Walker, Nicole Buerkle, Jill Hildebrand and Mrs. Benner along with some delicious Dutch oven cobblers made by Mr. Benner. The kids enjoyed a variety of games while the adults visited. Those attending the supper enjoyed viewing the six bale creations, watching the rope making and looking over the chuck wagon. The planning and executing of many details by Mrs. Benner and Mrs. Walker made this amazing festivity possible, along with the support from many other helping hands.

Wagon Rides By Jessica Paul Darin Buerkle drove the John Deere tractor for the wagon rides. He drove the tractor around the track one time and then proceed to cruise down main street before he turned around to bring everyone safely back to the track field.

Bull

Minion

Spider Scarecrow

Basketball

Pig

Chuck Wagon By Jessica Paul After the students made their ropes, they were able to take a tour of a chuck wagon. George Olind showed the students how an authentic chuck wagon was used and how it was set up to service the hungry cowboys. He talked about fun facts and also showed them the cooking utensils that hung over a fire to cook the food. George showed them what the drawers held, what the cowboys used for dishes, and talked about the food they ate when chuck wagons were a common way of feeding a group of people. The chuck wagon was part of a collection of wagons owned by Curt Williams. To help with the set-up and take- Wagon Rides down of the chuck wagon was Larry and Eileen Dahl and Curt. Curt Williams also had a rope making machine, and helped kids and adults make rope in the afternoon, as well as during the chuck wagon supper that evening.

Rope Making By Jessica Paul Wednesday, August 28, Mr. David Watkins came to the Plevna School to show many of the students how their ancestors used to make rope. They were amazed to learn that in the days of yore, you didn’t go to the store and buy rope, you made your own at home. The student each made a rope of their own which they were able to take home with them. They learned the parts of this handy little machine and were able to help in the rope making process. David also delighted the students and staff with some delicious, nutritious, homemade ice cream.

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By Taylor Rieger On the first day of school Mrs. Walker spoke to the students about the keys of excellence and living about the line. The 8 Keys of Excellence are: Integrity – We match our behaviors with our values. Demonstrate your positive personal values in all you do and say. Be sincere and real. This key is outlined in black as there is no gray area in integrity. Failure Leads to Success – We can learn from our mistakes. View failures as feedback that provides you with the information which you need to learn, grow and succeed. The color on this key is orange, an orange twist on failure. Speak With Good Purpose – We should speak honestly and with good intentions. Think before you speak. Make sure your intention is positive and your words are sincere. This key is purple for royalty and respect. This is It! We need to make the most of every moment. Focus your attention on the present moment and keep a positive attitude. The key is

outlined with red to remind us to be on fire and live life to the fullest. Commitment – We need to do whatever it takes to get the job done. Make your dreams happen. Take positive action and follow your vision without wavering. You will find green on this key which reminds us to keep growing and moving forward. Ownership – We should take responsibility for our actions. Be responsible for your thoughts, feelings, words, and actions. Own the choices you make and the results that follow. This key is blue to help us be true blue to who we are. Flexibility – We can be willing to do things differently. Recognize what’s not working and be willing to change what you’re doing to achieve your goal. The color is aqua, be fluid like water. Balance – Live your best life. Be mindful of self and others while focusing on what’s meaningful and important in your life. Inner happiness and fulfillment come when your mind, and body are nurtured by the choices you make. This key is goldenbrown to remind us to stay like the earth, grounded.

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Put immunizations on back-to-school list The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) reminds parents to be aware of the Montana school immunization requirements, as the 2016-2017 school year is beginning. Parents are encouraged to review their children’s immunization record to ensure they are upto-date for the upcoming school year. “Back-to-school vaccinations help protect children, families and school staff from vaccine preventable diseases”, said Bekki Wehner, DPHHS Immunization Program Manager. “If you haven’t done so already, now is the time to check with your healthcare provider to find out what vaccines your child needs.” Children entering or attending kindergarten through grade 12 are required to have two doses of measles, mumps rubella (MMR) vaccine, two doses of varicella (chickenpox) vaccine, three doses of polio vaccine and four doses of diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (DTaP) vaccine. Students in 7th – 12th grades are also required to have one dose of tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap) vaccine. Wehner said as long as a student has received at least one vaccine in the required series, that student may qualify for a

conditional attendance as allowed by current regulations. A conditional attendance provision allows the student to stay in school while they finish the required shots. In 2015, Montana added varicella and Tdap to the list of shots required for school. Since then, Montana has shown improvement on adolescent immunization rates. Tdap coverage has increased from 84.7% in 2014 to 89.5% in 2015. Varicella coverage rates in adolescents also increased from 62.4% to 73.3%, according to 2015 National Immunization Survey data. In addition to vaccines required for school, Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and Meningococcal (MCV) vaccines are recommended for all teens and the annual influenza vaccine is recommended for everyone six months and older. DPHHS encourages parents to talk to their family physician or local health department should they have questions if their child is upto-date on all recommended vaccines. All children in Montana are eligible to receive low or no cost vaccines through their health plan or the Vaccines for Children Program. More information visit www.dphhs.mt.gov.

Patchwork Quilt Guild News

Products of the Prairie Awarded Rural Community Grant Northwest Farm Credit Services is proud to award Products of the Prairie in Baker, Mont., a $1,000 Northwest FCS Rural Community Grant. “Products of the Prairie extends a hearty thank you to Northwest FCS for this grant,” said Elin Kittelmann, Products of the Prairie Chair and Fallon/Carter County Extension Agent. “We also recognize and thank Garryn Tvedt of Northwest FCS for championing our application and Kathy McLane of Mid-Rivers Communications for her assistance in writing the application. The grant will help as we strive to meet our mission: Strengthen the local economy, encourage healthy lifestyles, increase knowledge of agriculture and inspire small businesses in Southeast Montana.” Northwest FCS is committed to helping rural communities succeed. During the first two rural grant cycles of 2016, more than $191,000 was awarded. Since the program’s inception in 2007, the company has presented 587 rural grants totaling more than

$1,138,050. The next rural grant deadline is Oct. 1, 2016. If you think your rural project may be eligible for a grant, visit northwestfcs.com/Stewardship/Rur al-Communities for more information and an application. Northwest FCS is a $10.6 billion financial cooperative providing financing and related services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, commercial fishermen, timber producers, rural homeowners and crop insurance customers in Montana, Idaho, Oregon, Washington and Alaska. Northwest FCS is a member of the nationwide Farm Credit System that supports agriculture and rural communities with reliable, consistent credit and financial services. For more information, go to northwestfcs.com

By Joan Grammond The Guild met on June 14, 2016, at Thee Garage with six members and two guests: Vicky Johnson and Beth Jackson. Our project for the day was to construct an item using the number of fabrics equal to the number we shook on a pair of dice back in May. On July 12, 2016, the guild met at Thee Garage with five members and one guest: Vicky Johnson. We worked on sewing strips or blocks for benefit quilts. Vicky Johnson shared two table runners and a bag she had made. On September 13, we will be sewing a table runner or table topper using a squedge ruler. The class will be taught by Jean Tronstad’s sister, Evelyn Kelch. If anyone is interested in joining us, please contact Jean Tronstad for a supply list.

406-775-6681 We welcome new members.

City/County Fire Calls for August Rural Calls: 08/17/16 Two vehicle accident, east of Baker 08/18/16 Fire at Fallon County landfill in mulch pile. 08/27/16 Lightning ignited round hay bale on fire, north of Baker. City Calls: 08/01/16 Gas line struck by contractors, 315 Kierle Rd. 08/05/16 Gas line struck by contractors, 10th and Dakota Ave. 08/07/16 Home fire alarm sounds d/t smoke from oven, 528 1st St. SW, and (no fire). 08/13/16 Power line down from windstorm, Hwy 7 and Gregory Ave. 08/17/16 Car on fire, 219 Texas Ave. 08/20/16 Home fire alarm sounds d/t construction dust, 315 1st Street West (no fire).

We hold a regular weekly cattle and feeder cattle sale every Wednesday. We buy sheep and weigh-up horses every Thursday. Special Sales as advertised. Give us a call to visit about your marketing plans.

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Open between 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday. Your cattle will be delivered to Lemmon Livestock on Tuesday evening and will be sold on Wednesday.

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Sept 14: Regular Sale w/Yearling Sale Sept 21: Regular Sale w/Yearling Sale Sept 28: Regular Sale w/Yearling Sale Oct 5: Special All Breeds Calf Sale & Customer Appreciation Sale

Thrus.,

Oct 6: Weigh-up Cow, HFRETT & Bull Sale Wed., Oct 5: Special All Breeds Calf Sale Thurs., Oct 6: Weigh-up Cow, HFRETT & Bull Sale

Cattle will be on feed & water and there will be a brand inspector on site. You can now reach us on the Internet at www.lemmonlivestock.com If you have livestock to consign or would like us to stop at your ranch, please call Lemmon Livestock at

605-374-3877 or 800-822-8853

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Owner/Manager Baker, Montana Baker Field Rep.

605-374-5675 or cell 605-645-2493 406-778-3282 406-772-5522

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AUCTION Short Notice Online Only Auction Bid your price on or before Monday, September 12 • 6 p.m.

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Preview September 11 • 2 p.m.

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Seller: J&S Feeds Glendive, Montana

Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 406-778-2030 • 8426 E. Hwy 12 • Baker, MT

F allon C ounty T imes B usiness D irectory

Townsend Accounting Tri-State Service Chiropractic Center Dr. Charles F. Whitney 111 4th St. NW PO Box 176 Bowman, ND 58623

701-523-3239 GUNS N THINGS LLC 305 N. Merrill Ave. Glendive, MT

406-377-3969 Ernie Huether e-mail: eh7mm@mcn.net

Accounting, Taxes, Payroll

Jerry Townsend, Todd Tan & Rachelle Tan ACCOUNTANTS 10 South Main • Box 880 • Baker, MT

Tractor - 2000 Freightliner Feed Truck - Pallet truck - Grain Bins Augers - Shelving Units - Feed Water Softener - Vaccine Cooler plus several other items.

If you are being emotionally or physically hurt, call 406-978-9262 for free and confidential help 24 hours a day.

TELEPHONE: (406) 778-3189

Thee Body Shop 406-778-2263

Auto Body Repair & Reﬁnishing Windshield Repair & Replacement Reﬂex Spray-In Bedliners Mobile Soda Blasting

GUNS & RELOADING 24 Hour Towing • 406-853-6722 EQUIPMENT 111 Pleisner St. (1/4 mile east of Baker)

Telephone 406-772-5812

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REAL ESTATE ____________________________ REAL ESTATE: For real estate listings, call Indian Trail Ranch Realty, LLC at 406-778-2402. Jim Hurley, owner/broker, 406-7782402 or 406-778-3735; or Judy Brown, 406-891-0133. 10tfc

NOTICE ____________________________ NOTICE: Glendive Gun Show, Epec Building, 313 South Merrill, Glendive, MT, Friday - Sunday, Sept. 16, 17, 18, 2016; Friday, Sept. 16, 4-8 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 17, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 18, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. For more information, call Ernie at 406-377-3969. 36-37c

WANTED __________________________ WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201. 37-36p __________________________ WANTED: Will buy junk cars and scrap metal. Please call 701928-0325. Please leave a message. 22tfp

FOR RENT __________________________ FOR RENT: Two furnished apartments, utilities paid, no pets. $600 a month plus $600 cleaning/ damage deposit. 406-778-6794, 406975-6794, 406-778-3996. 37tfc __________________________ FOR RENT: Glendive mobile home two bedroom/one bath $650/mo includes utilities. No pets/no smoking inside. 406-2530451 or 406-939-1720. 38c __________________________ FOR RENT: Three bedroom, two bath trailer home in Plevna. Peace Lutheran Church, call 406772-5529. 36-39c

FOR SALE __________________________ FOR SALE: 1989 Ford F150, 4wd, $2,500. Call 303-514-3399. 37-38p __________________________ FOR SALE: Three bedroom, one bath home on two lots. Recently updated living room and master bedroom. A perfect starter home! $110,000 at 12 North 1st Street E. Call or text 253-740-6351 to schedule a showing! 36-38p __________________________ FOR SALE: USDA inspected choice beef. Sold by quarter, half, whole or by the pound. Call Kim Lesh 406-975-6695. 35-38c __________________________ FOR SALE: Two bedroom, one bath house with mother-in-law house, both furnished. Storm sale reduceed to $60,000. 509 1st Street. Call 406-978-2372, 406775-6314, 406-778-2777 for showing. 34-37c __________________________ FOR SALE: Newly constructed three bedroom, two bath home home in quiet neighborhood, great curb appeal with a one year warranty. Full unfinished basement with insulated walls and bath and laundry room rough-ins, large attached garage. Call 406778-2030 for showing. 35tfc __________________________ FOR SALE: Sunward Factories Big & Small Steel Buildings Ultimate Quality Below Dealer Pricing Free Consulting Services Available Wholesale Construction Erection Ask about seconds, Quick Delivery No Broker One Time Factory Deals www.gosteel.com Phone:701-214-4671 34-37tmp

GARAGE SALE __________________________ GARAGE SALE: September 9 (5 p.m. - 8 p.m.), September 10 (8

a.m. - noon). 3 N. 3rd St. W., Baker. One block north of west railroad crossing. Garage in alley. Children’s and small & medium woman’s clothing. Puzzles, games, books, toys. Lots of miscellaneous. 37p

HELP WANTED __________________________ JOB OPENING: Fallon County is accepting applications for the position of a permanent part-time General Office Clerk for the Clerk of Court. This part-time position performs a variety of general clerical functions to support the function of the Clerk of Court. This includes court case processing and providing a high level of customer service to the public, attorneys and other interested parties. This position receives monies, issues receipts and marriage licenses. Successful applicants will hold a high school diploma or equivalent; a minimum of two years of directly related experience in office/clerical work and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel are required. Previous experience in the district court, lower court or legal setting is preferred. Other equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Must possess or be eligible for a Montana driver’s license. The successful applicant will be subject to a pre-employment criminal and motor vehicle background checks. Limited benefits are available. Fallon County is an equal opportunity employer. We reserve the right to reject any and all applications. Closing Date: Friday, September 16, 2016 at 5:00 p.m.: applications and a complete job description are available at the Human Resources office, 10 W. Fallon Avenue, Baker, MT or online at falloncounty.net. Submit applications (resumes optional) to: Human Resources Manager, PO Box 846, Baker, MT, 59313. Questions may be directed to Julie Straub 406-778-8164 or Jeraldine Newell 406-778-8114. 36-38c __________________________ HELP WANTED: Baker Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture is accepting applications for a part-time Executive Director. For a complete job description and application, contact the Chamber office at 121 S. Main Street (SMART/Chamber offices). Call 406-778-2266 for more information. 37tfc

CARDS OF THANKS __________________________ CARD OF THANKS: The family of Marion Hartse would like to say “Thank You” for all the acts of kindness, meals, thoughts, prayers, cards, sympathy, and so much more as we said a goodbye to our Dad. Our family, friends, and Dad's Baker Assembly of God Church family, all helped us through this difficult time and eased our loss. We truly appreciated the funeral luncheon, and outpouring from our hometown community. You are wonderful. Lucy, Marilyn, and Roberta “Bert" 37c __________________________ CARD OF THANKS: We cannot begin to thank all of you for your kind words, food, flowers, and warm thoughts shown to us with the passing of Jim. Your stories were heartwarming. We want to thank Dr. Espeland, Dr. Trivisonno and Travis Allen, PA-C and the nurses at Fallon Medical Complex for your help to Jim and myself. We want to thank American Legion Post #35 and the United

States Air Force of Minot, ND for the military honors. Thank you to the Baker Community Church and Baker CowBelles for the delicious lunch after the services. God Bless all of you. Sincerely, LaTonne “Toni” Reetz Jim and Tammy Reetz , Jonathon and Brendon Marty and Jolene Setinc, Tai and Iva Chris and JaNae Crawford, Daley, Shaley, and Cyler Dave and Terri Reetz and family Randy and Kathy Reetz and family 37c

LEGALS __________________________ PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Tuesday, September 13, 2016 7 p.m. Fallon County Courthouse Courtroom The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing for a variance request submitted by Farmers Union Oil of Baker. The Farmer’s Union Oil of Baker is requesting a variance to allow a new fuel canopy overhang to come within one foot of the property line. The property is located at 303 W. Montana Ave., Baker, MT, in the Milwaukee Fourth Addition, Block 38, lots 6-9. City of Baker Zoning Ordinance #353: 17.12.040-General Commercial #(d)6 requires a 10 foot setback from the property line. 17.08.120 – Variance. A “variance” means the approved relaxation or adjustment of the strict application of the terms of these regulations where, owing to special conditions, a literal enforcement of the provisions of these regulations will result in the following: (a) where it is an unnecessary hardship; (b) where it will not be contrary to public interest; (c) where the spirit of this title will be observed and substantial justice done; and (d) where the relaxation or adjustment of these regulations will not be detrimental to the surrounding properties. All materials pertaining to this public hearing can be viewed at the Fallon County Planning Department. Please make public comment to the Planning Department through email at plannersec@midrivers.com;via telephone 406-778-8111 or 406978-8111; or through mail at PO Box 1134, Baker, MT 59313. 35-37c

MNAXLP __________________________ SECTION 00100 INVITATION TO BID Notice is hereby given, that separate sealed bids for the construction of Coal Bank Creek and Webster Road Reinforced Concrete Box Culverts Project will be received by the Fallon County Commission, Baker, MT at the office of Clerk & Recorder, 10 West Fallon Avenue PO Box 846, Baker, MT until 8:30 a.m., local time on September 22, 2016; and

then publicly opened and read aloud. The project consists of: Removing and replacing topsoil, excavation, furnish and installation of reinforced concrete box culvers, furnish and installation of listed items, and incidentals. The complete set of Contract Documents, including drawings and specifications, is on file with the Owner at the Fallon County Courthouse and the office of Brosz Engineering, Inc. 109 S. Main, Bowman, ND 58623. Digital Contract Documents are also available from QuestCDN and can be accessed from the Brosz Engineering website at www.broszeng.com under the “Bid Information” page. The cost for downloaded (electronic) plans is $20. The official Plan Holders list can be viewed for the project on the QuestCDN website. Only electronic plan holders downloaded via QuestCDN will receive addendum notifications. Contractors using any other means for obtaining plans and specification must periodically check the QuestCDN website for any addenda. The Fallon County Commission reserves the right to reject any or all Bids and waive any defects therein. Disabled persons needing assistance, please contact the Fallon County Clerk and Recorders Office at least 72 hours before the services are required. For more information or for complaints about ADA compliance, call 406778-7106. Dated at Baker, MT, this 29th Day of August, 2016. Steve Baldwin Chairperson Fallon County Commission Baker, MT 59313 36-38c

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NOTICE Fair Board has three (3) open positions. Two (2) of the positions will fill three (3) year terms and one (1) position will fill a remaining one (1) year term. If you are interested in being a member on the Board, please submit a letter of interest to: Fallon County Commission, PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313-0846 or deliver to the Clerk and Recorder’s office - 10 West Fallon Avenue, Baker, MT, by 10:00 AM, Monday, September 26, 2016. “Letter of Interest” forms may be picked up at the Clerk and Recorder’s office or you may submit your own letter. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Clerk and Recorder’s office at 406-778-8182. The Commissioners will make the appointments on Monday, September 26, 2016 at 4:00 p.m. These appointments will be effective October 1, 2016.

City Council Position The Baker City Council will accept letters of interest from residents in Ward I to fill a vacant city council position. Ward I comprises the area of the City limits North to South, East of and parallel to the alley located adjacent to 1st street West. The person appointed to fill the vacancy shall hold office until the next general election and until a successor is elected and qualified. Qualifications include at least 18 years of age, 60 days of residency in the ward and be a U.S citizen. Letters will be accepted at the Baker City Office in the Fallon County Courthouse, 10 West Fallon Avenue or may be sent to City of Baker, Attn: Mayor, JoDee Pratt, Box 1512, Baker, MT 59313 received prior to 5:00 p.m. September 19, 2016. For further information you may contact City Clerk, Kevin Dukart at 778-2692.

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Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks presents free teacher workshop Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will present a “Birding for Beginners” and “All About Owls” teacher workshop on Wednesday, Sept. 14, at Miles Community College from 6-8 p.m. This information-filled “Flying WILD-Project WILD” training is designed to provide K-12 educators with instructional tools and resources to assist in teaching K-12 youth about Montana’s avian fauna. Two hours of OPI credit will be available. Participants will be engaged in standards-based learning. A classroom lesson on birding and owls will be followed by a birding trek to nearby Wibaux Park. Binoculars will be provided. There is no fee for the workshop. Enrollment is limited to 20 people. Participants will receive a Flying WILD activity guide. Please wear appropriate clothing to go outside, and bug spray is recommended. The workshop’s main instructor is Kurt Cunningham, Project WILD coordinator for FWP. He is based at Helena’s Montana Wild educational center. To reserve your spot, contact Marla Prell, information and education program manager at Miles City’s Region 7 FWP headquarters at 234-0926 or email mprell@mt.gov. FWP may offer similar courses in the future for the community at large if there is sufficient interest.

Bowman murder Continued from page 1 and traveled to West’s father’s residence in Cheyenne, Wyo. Police later discovered bloody clothing and personal items belonging to the victim at that residence. Through interviews with ElVu Motel guests, investigators learned that Pashano was seen entering and leaving Swanson and West’s room, according to the affidavit. Pashano had contacted 911 while in Denver and was found hiding in a hotel room bathroom. Police then located Swanson and West in a parking garage near the hotel, in possession of the pickup truck belonging to Johnson. There were some items in their possession covered with blood, as stated in the affidavit. After executing a search warrant on the truck, according to the affidavit, police located Johnson’s wallet and driver’s

license, along with a Ruger nine-millimeter handgun with an obliterated serial number. Helmer indicated in the affidavit that during an Aug. 22 interview with Pashano, he had said he witnessed Swanson strike Johnson with a Maglite flash light and West stomp Johnson while in the El-Vu motel room. Pashano then told Helmer that he was held at knifepoint and forced to collect Johnson’s items, then forced to drive to Swanson’s residence where he retrieved the handgun. He was then held at gunpoint while driving the two to Wyoming and ultimately Denver, according to his statement. According to the affidavit, Pashano told Helmer he had witnessed Swanson and West discuss other details of the murder during the drive. The state’s medical examiner concluded that Johnson’s cause of death was by asphyxiation.

The team roping contestants lined the arena to honor Rodney during the special tribute.

Askin tribute at Fallon County Fair

The Fallon County Fair Board honored the late Rodney Askin with a special tribute and presentation to his family during the Saturday performance of the Fallon County Fair rodeo. Rodney was a long time participant at the Fallon County Fair. Coming to the fair 70+ years ago as a youngster was one of the summer’s highlights. He competed in many fair events, horse racing, relay races, cow horse events and several times in the PRCA team roping, winning several of those events over the years. In more recent years, he was always willing to lend a hand in arena, supplying horses for the judges and bringing ideas to the fair to help them conSeptember 9 tinue with successful rodeos. Wyet Christensen, Erika Lies Rodney started his PRCA September 10 career in 1975, making many Brooke Wenz, Hailey Wenz, Ryan Wenz, Dakota Steen, Greg friends all over the country. Gaub, Jason Griffith, Joni Sando, Noah Arnold, Rick Wiman, He was very proud of reachKim Cuppy, John Kipp ing gold card status with September 11 PRCA in 1989. Claire Custer During the tribute as the September 12 team ropers lined the arena to Bryleigh Arnold, Damon Wenz

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September 13 Sharon Wenz September 14 Cody Brown, Okie Atkins, Melissa Breitbach September 15 Eden Kilsdonk

honor this long time team roper, the family was humbled and honored to see some very familiar faces and some 2nd and 3rd generations of some of his team roping partners and friends.

Fair Board member Eddie Coulter presented Marilyn Askin with a beautiful Montana Silversmiths memorial buckle.

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