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TIDBITS® VISITS MONTANA

by Janet Spencer

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along with Tidbits as we visit Montana! MONTANAFACTS

• Montana is the 4th largest state, following Alaska, California, and Texas. However, with only 1,104,000 people, it ranks 43rd in population, and 48th in population density.

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• About 48% of Montana residents live in rural areas, compared to a national average of 25%. Around 80% of Montana communities have populations of 3,000 or fewer.

• Montana has more cars registered per capita than any other state, with 184 vehicles for every 100 people. That's nearly triple New York's rate of car ownership of only 58 cars for every 100 citizens. Just over 34% of vehicles on the road in Montana are pickup trucks. The only state with more pickup trucks per capita is Wyoming, where it's 38%. In 50th place is New Jersey with only 8%. The national average is 17%.

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• Giant Springs in Great Falls, one of the largest freshwater springs in the world, pumps out 7.9 million gallons of water per hour at a constant temperature of 54°F (12° C). The water has been carbon-dated at 3,000 years old. It forms the Roe River which runs 201 feet (61m) where it empties into the Missouri River. It's considered to be the shortest river in the world. (cont)

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MONTANAFACTS (cont)

• Montana holds the record for the all-time coldest temperature in the Lower 48 at -70° F (-57°C) set at Rogers Pass on the Continental Divide on January 20, 1954. It may have been colder than that, but that was the lowest temperature reading on the thermometer. Montana's record high is 117°F (47°C) for a temperature range of 187°F (85°C). No other state has a larger temperature range than that. North Dakota comes in second place with a range of 181°F (83°C) and Alaska is third with 180°F (82°C).

• The town of Browning, near Glacier National Park, holds the national record for the greatest drop in temperature in 24 hours, for a 100-degree drop on January 23, 1916. The temperature went from 44°F (7°C) to -56°F (-49°C) in a single day. In Loma, Montana (pop. 121) the temperature rose 103°F in a 24-hour period, rising from -54°F (-48°C) at 9a.m. on January 14, 1972, to 49°F (9°C) by 8a.m. on January 15. This event still stands as a world record for the greatest change in temperature ever measured on earth in a single 24-hour period.

• The paddlefish was thought to be extinct until a man accidentally caught one in the Missouri River in 1962 near Fairview. Now they are fished for sport annually. About 35% of Montana residents buy a fishing license each year.

• The only state with more grizzly bears than Montana is Alaska. Today there are around 1,800 grizzly bears in Montana. Only 10% of grizzlies living in the northern Rocky Mountain region die of natural causes; the rest are killed by humans, either deliberately or accidentally. The grizzly became Montana's state animal in 1982 when 52,000 schoolchildren voted on the issue. The runner-up was the elk. The only land mammal with a slower reproduction rate than the grizzly is the musk ox of Alaska. (cont)

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MONTANAFACTS (cont)

• Millions of bison used to roam the plains of Montana. It took only seven years to reduce their numbers from an estimated 60 million to just 541 left in the world by 1889. Today about 500 bison live at the National Bison Range in Moise, Montana, in addition to a number of privately-owned herds. Yellowstone National Park has between 3,000 and 5,000 bison at any given time.

• There are about 2,200 people in prison and only 1,760 police officers in the state. There are also 92 Fish, Wildlife, and Park officers patrolling the state, each covering an area the size of Delaware. The most common violation of fish and game laws is fishing without a license.

• Cows outnumber humans in Montana more than two to one. Black Angus and Hereford are the most popular breeds. Miles City bills itself as the "cow capital of the world" while Drummond boasts that they are "worldfamous bull-shippers."

• About fifty thousand Native Americans currently live in Montana, or six percent of the population. That ranks Montana fifth among states for the highest percentage of Native Americans, following Alaska, New Mexico, South Dakota, and Oklahoma.

• Coal lies underneath about 35% of Montana, part of what may be the largest coal basin on earth. If all of Montana's coal reserves were mined and the mines continued production at their current rate, the coal would run out in about 3,000 years.

• In 1896 the U.S. government agreed to pay the Blackfeet Indian Nation a total of $1.5 million for the tribe to relinquish all rights to their ancestral lands that now compose Glacier National Park. The fee was paid at $150,000 per year (equal to $5.4 million today) for ten years. Today over 3 million tourists visit Glacier Park annually. (cont)

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MONTANAFACTS (cont)

• Fort Benton is as far inland as a person can navigate by boat on any continent. Located 3,560 miles (5,726 km) from the Gulf of Mexico, it's known as "the world's innermost port." In the early days of river navigation, 20% of the steamboats that left St. Louis bound for Fort Benton via the Missouri River never returned to St. Louis. Fort Benton was the end of the line because five waterfalls blocked the Missouri River where the city of Great Falls is now. When Lewis and Clark portaged the 18 miles (29 km) around the falls in 1805, the effort took them 31 days.

• Chet Huntley, a famous newscaster born in Cardwell, Montana, was the driving force behind the construction of the Big Sky ski resort town, but died three days before the grand opening ceremonies in 1974. Today, Big Sky has more vertical feet of skiing than any other ski area in the nation, with 4,180 feet (1,274 km).

• The world’s largest steer, which attained a weight of 3,980 pounds (1,805 kg), was born in Baker, Montana, where the red roan short-horn steer is now stuffed and on display at the O’Fallon County Museum. It weighed more than the combined weight of the entire starting offense for the Denver Broncos.

• Cascade County, home of Malmstrom Air Force Base, reports the greatest number of UFO sightings in the state. Malmstrom AFB controls the nuclear missile silos in the state.

• If Montana were its own country, it would be the 4th largest nuclear superpower in the world.

• Montana is the only state that is exactly one time zone wide. The state's eastern border marks the line of Central Time and the western boundary marks Pacific Time. Montana is entirely within the Mountain Time Zone.

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Apple Dutch Baby: An Autumn Delight That Won't Break the Bank

There's no better way to celebrate the changing seasons than with a warm, comforting dish that's both budget friendly and oh so delicious. Let's enjoy the Apple Dutch Baby a delightful treat that embodies the essence of fall while keeping your wallet happy.

An Apple Dutch Baby offers a delightful blend of sweet and slightly tart flavors, thanks to caramelized apples infused with brown sugar and cinnamon. Its texture is a perfect contrast of crispy, golden edges and soft, custard-like pancake, with the comforting aroma of warm spices.

Dutch baby pancakes, also known as German pancakes, originally trace back to German immigrants who settled in the United States in the 18th and 19th centuries. Originally called "Deutsch" babies, these delightful pancakes were brought to America with a rich tradition of hearty, oven-baked breakfasts. Over time, the name evolved into "Dutch baby," possibly due to the mispronunciation of "Deutsch." These puffy, golden creations quickly gained popularity and have become a beloved breakfast and brunch staple, known for their simplicity and deliciousness.

One of the beauties of Dutch babies is their versatility. While our Apple Dutch Baby is a fantastic fall treat, you can customize this dish year-round with a variety of seasonal fruits. In the spring, try it with fresh berries; in the summer, peaches or plums. By embracing what's in season, you not only enjoy fruits and vegetables at their peak of flavor, but

also at their lowest price point. In autumn, the markets overflow with apples in various shades and flavors In this recipe, use whatever variety is on sale or looks the best. The best pan for cooking an Apple Dutch Baby is a well-seasoned cast iron skillet. Its ability to retain and distribute heat evenly results in that perfect crispiness on the edges and a tender, custardy center for the pancake.

APPLE DUTCH BABY

Yield: 4 to 6 servings

Total Time: 40 minutes

2 medium apples, thinly sliced (use your favorite variety)

6 tablespoons butter, divided 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon brown sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided 1 cup all-purpose flour

4 large eggs

1 cup milk

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Powdered sugar, optional Preheat your oven to 425 F (220 C). Core and thinly slice your apples. To peel or not to peel, that is your decision. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter.

Place the sliced apples in a large 10- or 12-inch cast iron skillet, or other oven-safe skillet. Pour the melted butter over the apples and sprinkle 1/4 cup brown sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon over the top. Bake the apples in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.

While the apples are cooking, make the batter. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. In a blender, combine the flour, eggs, milk, salt, vanilla extract, melted butter, 1 tablespoon brown sugar

and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Blend for 1-2 minutes or until smooth.

Carefully remove the very hot skillet from the oven and pour the batter over the apples. Place the skillet immediately back in the oven and bake for 1520 minutes, or until the Dutch baby is puffed up and golden brown.

Remove from the oven, sprinkle with powdered sugar and a touch more cinnamon, if desired, and serve warm.

What makes the Dutch baby truly magical is its simplicity. With just a handful of pantry staples and a bit of seasonal fruit, you can create a dish that's both impressive and easy on the wallet. It's a reminder that living frugally doesn't mean sacrificing the pleasures of life it's about savoring them more intentionally. ***

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PEOPLE WORTH REMEMBERING ANN RUTLEDGE

• Abraham Lincoln loved three other women before he married Mary Todd. As a child he loved Nancy Hanks, who gave him life and nine years of mothering. As a youth he loved Sarah Bush Lincoln, who raised him and encouraged his intellect. And as a young adult he loved Ann Rutledge, who sickened and died before the two could wed.

• Ann Rutledge was a Kentucky lass, born January 7, 1813. In her teens she moved to Illinois with her father who transported the family to a place north of Springfield; there he co-founded a village called New Salem. The main Rutledge enterprise was a tavern, a hewn-log building with four rooms below for food and drink, and sleeping space above.

• Over the years Ann bloomed into a pretty young thing with blue eyes and reddishblond hair. She was cheerful and studious, hard-working and kind.

• Ann Rutledge was admired by all. In particular, she was courted by John McNamar The two agreed to marry, though no date was set.

• At the time, McNamar was going by the name of John McNeil. He claimed he did not want his family to know his whereabouts. He said he had moved from rural New York to New Salem, where he was hoping to make a fortune. But until his wealth was won, he explained, he would live under a false name.

• Early in August of 1832 McNamar, without saying a word, left New Salem to return to New York state. For a long while he stayed out of touch with Ann; during three years he did not write her even one time. The question of why he abandoned her was never answered. (Continued page #7)

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ANN RUTLEDGE (cont)

• Meanwhile, Abraham Lincoln, boarding in the Rutledge Tavern the winter of 1832-33, was smitten by Ann, and she was enamored of him. This budding romance troubled Ann. She felt honor-bound to wait to hear from McNamar, for she needed to tell him she could not now be his bride. In fact, she and Abe were making their own wedding plans.

• Tragically, the summer of 1835 in central Illinois was one of the hottest and wettest known. For weeks it rained; water stood everywhere. In early August people in and near New Salem began getting sick. The local doctors ran ragged calling on the ill. Ann herself came down with what everyone called “brain fever” – most likely typhoid.

• In spite of the physician’s treatments, and quite aware of Abraham sitting at her bedside, Ann died. She was buried in the Concord Cemetery north of town.

• Lincoln was beside himself with grief. He rambled aimlessly through the woods and spent afternoons mourning beside Ann’s fresh-dug grave. And when September rains fell, he could hardly abide the thought of storms dousing that raw mound.

• Lincoln continued to brood. Already moody by nature, the sorrowing Lincoln went almost insane. Close friends kept close watch, making sure he would not come to self-inflicted harm

• Eventually, Lincoln struggled through his despair. Two years later he moved into Springfield and opened a law office. In 1842 he married Mary Todd. They shared a long relationship and produced four sons.

• Still, Abraham Lincoln had deeply loved Ann Rutledge. It was a first love, a love that Lincoln in that very same way would never know again.

How Long Will Dog's Heatstroke Recovery Take?

DEAR PAW'S CORNER:

Two weeks ago, myGolden Retriever Lollie suffered a heatstroke. Ilet him outside into the backyard around midmorning. When I checked on him after about a half hour, he stumbled to me and collapsed. Irushed him to the veterinarian, where he was treated. Lollie is recovering, but I am terrified to let him outside again. Whydid he have problems so fast? Will this episode affect his health long-term?-

Gregin Houston

DEAR GREG: I'm glad to hear that Lollie is recovering, because heatstroke can be deadly as you know. Your fear is normal, because you're clearlya caring pet owner, and you don't want Lollie to be injured again. That care and attention is perhaps the biggest factor in Lollie recoveringfullyand having fewer long-term complications from his heatstroke. The reasons why Lollie suffered heatstroke aren't as clear, but there are so many factors that could have contributed to it. The morning may have been hotter than usual. Lollie may have had an underlying illness that made it harder for him to withstand the warmer temperature. He might not have drunk as much water as he needed to maintain his internal temperature.

You did all the right things: letting him outside earlier in the day; checkingon him periodically; and immediatelytaking him to the vet as soon as you saw his symptoms were serious.

Keep following the vet's instructions to support Lollie's care as he recovers. It may be weeks or months before he can spend the same time in the heat. He'll get tired more easily, so his daily walks should be kept short. Make sure he's eating and drinking enough water. All these factors will improve his health for the long term.

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in a container or plastic bag. When I make my hot chocolate, I plop one in straight from the freezer. It takes only minutes to soften and melt. And it's delicious!"

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