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R&G Quality Feeds and Supply515 S 1st. E * Malta, MT 654-1530

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Weaning Rations - Winter Pellets for Replacement Heifers - Range Pellets for Mother CowsLook to us for all your Cattle Supplements!

For Sale: Turn-key home for sale in Dodson 3bdr. 1bath, 1200 sq. ft. on 1/2 acre including all mineral rights. Call for more info. Call 383-4440 or 390-2466. 11-I

Stretch's Pizza: Great variety of tasty food to make everyone happy. Our banquet room is available for any occasion, and for those people who have everything, we have gift cards. 140. S. 1 E. Malta, 406-654-1229. 11-II

Pawn Broker: Swap Shop in Wolf Point carries a great variety of items. Kitchen tables, guns, games, T.V.'s, hand and power tools. Too much to mention it all. Come check out our selection at 121 Anaconda Street, Wolf Point, Mt. 406-653-1410. 11-I

For Sale: Master Tow car dolly, $850; downhill skis and Salomon Boots, men size 8.5, $225; 37 piece cut glass dinner set w/poinsettia design, $85; 2-13' custom ivory valences, $80. All in excellent condition. 406-355-4432. 11-I

River Break Basecamp: Downtown Ft. Benton-Buys Sells Consigns* new/used/old books ** rock/gem/artifacts ** vintage farmstead relics*. Call Tom @ 406-564-3326. 11-I

We Buy Antiques! One item or a household, give us a call! Virgelle Mercantile. 1-800-426-2926 or 378-3110. 11-II

Help Wanted: Cook and wait staff needed for busy restaurant in Loma. No experience necessary. Will train the right person! Call or stop by Today! Ma's Loma Cafe, 203 Hwy. 87, Loma, 406-739-4400. 11-I

For Sale: 1996 Chevy 3/4 Ton 4x4 ext cab. Diesel. Call 406-265-6841. 11-I

154 So. 1st Ave. E., Malta, MT 654-1717

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The next issue of Tricia’s Trader will be distributed Wed.,Dec. 4, 2013.

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Advertising Info .............. 10Bill’s Food Corner .......... 19Comic ............................ 15Comm. Spotlight ............ 17 Conservative Cow Dr. ...... 6Cowboy Poetry by ........... 5 Fred LieseDave Says ......................11“Laugh Lines” ................. 10“Money Talks” Financial Column ......................... 9Realty Section ................. 8Rodeo Roundup ............ 15 Subscriptions ................. 10“Things to Know” ............. 4

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Commercial building w/ over 2800 sq ft +/- can be anything! On Hwy Frontage on just under 1 acre. Updated building formerly a vet clinic, reception area could be one business and overhead door could be another... you decide! Situated on the edge of Fort Benton, MT just outside city limits. This deserves a look! Call for price. CULBERTSON HOUSE. Historic hotel bldg. w/ beautiful updated apt. Restored to perfection. Waiting for your special dream. Possibilities of art studio, restaurant, gift shop, B & B. Views of Missouri River & walking bridge in Historic Fort Benton, MT. $379,000. Fort Benton Commercial Opportunity . Nice automotive/tire repair building on prime corner location in central business district. Off street parking and storage located on property. Sale is subject to a current lease tenant. Call for more details. $145,000 TETON RIVER RANCH: 268 acres North of Dutton along Teton River and along west side of Interstate 15. Dry cropland, grass/pasture, treed bottoms with good habitat for game birds & deer. $550,000 (splitting property may be possible). Call Mark 406-788-9280• www.fbrealty.com

It's a Country Christmas at The Trash & Treasure Shop in Loma, Hwy 87 & 4th Ave, Sat & Sun, Dec 7-8 from 9-5. Antiques-collectibles and as-is merchandise. Plus jams, jellies and chokecherry syrup. Santa will be sharing in the festivities. Stop and shop! 11-II

C&J Spraying, LLC is now booking 2014 crop acres. Call Chet at 406-390-3582 or Jess at 674-5223. 10-I:3-I

For Sale: 2 and 3 door commercial coolers, clothes racks, and other miscellaneous items. Call 406-390-2417 11-I

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THINGS TO KNOW:

Nov. 1-Dec. 10: JAYCEES TOYS FOR TOTS. Drop off locations in Havre: Kmart, IGA, Walmart, and Holiday Village Mall.

Nov. 1-Dec. 10: KOATS FOR KIDS. Drop off location: Havre Laundry.

Nov. 20, Wed.: COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING SERVICE, 7pm, Van Orsdel United Methodist, Havre.

Nov. 21 & Dec. 5, Thu: HAVRE HOME BUYER EDUC CLASS, 5-9pm,US Bank @ 235 1st St., Havre. Fee $25, Call (406)434-9161x111 to register and for more information.

Nov. 22, Fri.: THANKSGIVING DINNER, 11am-3pm, St. Jude Social Hall, Havre.

Nov. 28, Thu.: HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Nov. 23, Sat.: HARLEM SENIOR CENTER BAKE & CRAFT SALE, Senior Center Activity Room. Starts at 11am.

Nov. 23 - 25, Sat.-Mon.: PICTURES WITH SANTA, Holiday Village Mall, Havre, Noon-3pm.

Nov. 24, Sun.: COMMUNITY TREE LIGHTING @ TOWN SQUARE, Havre. Activites start 5:30pm Santa Arrival, Music/Entertainment, Vendors.

Nov. 30, Sat.: BOYS & GIRLS CLUB FESTIVAL OF TREES, Holiday Villiage Mall, Havre, 7pm.

Nov. 30, Sat.: BRIGHT COUNTRY NIGHTS HOLIDAY LIGHT SHOW EVENT, 5-9pm, Central MT. Fairgrounds, Lewistown. Visit http://www.midr ivers.com/~ferg usco2/ for more info.

Dec. 1, Sun.: RUDYARD CHRISTMAS STROLL, Rudyard Senior Center, 2 pm.

Dec. 1, Sun.: 24TH ANNUAL HOSPICE CHRISTMAS MEMORIES & HOME TOURS, 11am – 5pm. Fundraiser to benefit Hospice of Central Montana. HospiceofCentra lMontana.org; LewistownContact: Eileen V. Stahl, 535-1479, estahl@cmmccare s.com.

Dec. 11, Wed.: CHILI SUPPER during the Harlem Country Christmas. Meal sponsored by Harlem Senior Center, 4:00-7:00pm.

Thurs. nights.: CRIBBAGE! 7pm. Come and play OR learn to play. Sweet Grass Lodge, Chester, Montana.

For Sale: Gooseneck trailer, tandem axle, 20 ft. long, equipped with hay racks. Ready to go, all new tires, brakes, springs, mostly rebuilt. Has loading ramps. Call 383-4440 or 390-2466. 11-II

Wanted: Hydraulic transfer grain auger, 8 inch, small wheels under hopper. 406-525-3770 11-I

Blades: Our spa welcomes you for all your hair, skin and nail needs. 24 hour tanning is available. Walk-ins are welcome. Located at 4 S. 1st St. W. in Malta, 654-5585. 10-I:12-II

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Fred Liese makes his home at the edge of Black Coulee near Turner, Montana. Raised on the Big Flat, he finds plenty of “inspiration” in the people and things around him every day, and Fred’s brand of entertainment has earned him a large following throughout the US and Canada.

COWBOY POETRY BY H. FRED LIESE

Photo courtesy Meryl Rygg McKenna,Lewistown News-Argus.

REMEMBERTo the military veterans

Whose holiday has passedTo whom we owe our gratitude

For their service in the past.

And to our service personnelWhether home or off abroad

Who vow to defendThis nation under God.

This salute, it may seem tardyFor their day of recognitionBut it’s only just a prologue

Of this annual tradition.In this eleventh month

Two days of each NovemberTake a solemn moment

Just pause and remember.

Be proud of their serviceTo this land where you are living

For if it weren’t for veterans,There’d be no Thanksgiving.

~Fred Liese for “Tricia’s Trader”©2006, 2013

For Sale: 2011 Chev Suburban LTZ 4WD, color White Diamond, 5.8 V8, entertainment center, tow pkg, heated cooled leather seats, power running boards, Titanium interior, every option that was available. Less than 21,000 hiway miles. Compare to new one with MSRP of $60,000. $49,000 OBO. Call 406-734-5231. 11-II

For Sale: '79 F150 4 wheel Drive. Everything under hood is rebuilt, lift kit, new tires, lots of extras. $5,000. Call 406-654-2192. 11-II

For Sale: Grand Theater in Harlem. Fully equipped, sound system, projector, plater feed, 200 seats. Needs TLC. Reduced price because of vandalisim from $15,000 to $7,500 or OBO. Packys convienience store and lot in Malta, $70,000 $60,000 OBO. Contact Greg 406-654-7057 or 654-1132. 11-I

Restaurant for Sale: Old Town Grill, Hwy 2, Wolf Point Mt. Call Linda 406-650-3321 or Jim 653-2742. Price negotiable and financing available. 10-I:12-3

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

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My older brother, Dana, may be the world’s greatest procrastinator; a title I hesitantly bequeath mostly because I am a chicken and I know he reads this column. He and Alice had been married a few years when two sons arrived and filled the vast openness of their one bedroom apartment at the ranch. Alice soon learned being a ranch wife is not as rosy as being a regular city wife. Several years prior, the water pipes froze and burst in the laundry room so they had been plugged and abandoned. Every day, Alice dutifully hauled clothes baskets back and forth across the driveway to the washer and dryer in the main house; an acceptable arrangement in an emergency, but not a long term solution. Alice’s parents empathized with her laundry labors, so one Christmas morning under her tree Alice found a brand new washer and dryer. Apparently, Alice holds appliances closer to her heart than normal wives because the shiny white Whirlpools brought tears to her eyes. Who ever said diamonds were a girl’s best friend never hauled their laundry across the driveway to their in-laws on a cold Wyoming morning. The washer and dryer were shuffled into the basement so they could be immediately placed in service once the laundry room had been re-plumbed. Time passed…

actually an unbelievable amount of time. Days turned to weeks, to months, to two years when I asked Dana, “Are you ever going to get those out of their boxes?” “Someday,” he replied. “You see, I only do one project per year and I want Alice to be positive this is the one she really wants done this year.” I was speechless. Dana had always prided himself on not sweating the small stuff and apparently Alice hauling laundry fell squarely into the small stuff category. The washer and dryer sat in their boxes until Dana, Alice and now three sons moved to their own place down on the Tongue River. Obviously, Alice’s patience places her solidly in the trophy wife category, while Dana’s ability to ignore a problem makes him a super star in the procrastinator’s hall of fame and now to my point. Progressives are purposely destroying our republic; enslaving the producers in debt and the non-producers in dependency. Marxism has been euphemistically labeled liberalism, progressivism, or compassionate conservatism and it infected America in the early 1900s. It has spread everywhere and shows no sign of stopping. For example, in the face of a 17 trillion dollar national debt, the very legislation re-starting the government which was shut down due to Obamacare and the debt ceiling contained even more

new giveaways. Taxpayers did not feel a sting because the new spending was Monopoly money; debt placed on the backs of generations not yet born. Now let me poke you with a sharp stick. Progressives fall into two categories; rulers and ruled. If you are a progressive because your daddy, granddaddy, and great-granddaddy were progressives, but are uncertain to which category you fit, trust me, you are the ruled. It is like this: If you receive Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, food stamps, ethanol subsidies, payments to not produce a crop, or have a guaranteed student loan you are the ruled. Government controls your very existence and you will do as you are told or a jerk on your purse strings will bring you into compliance. Progressives can be either Democrats, establishment Republicans, or responsible Republicans if you live in Montana. They simply love being rulers. At the liberty end of the spectrum is the Tea Party and Republicans who hold true to the Constitution and their Oath of Office. They are the ones who will save our great experiment in freedom, but they need your help. Procrastination or patience is fine when addressing plumbing issues, but not when the celestial article of freedom is threatened. If there is a Tea Party in your community, join it. If not, form it.

Ramblings of a ConservativeCow Doctor

by Krayton Kerns, DVM, State Rep. HD 58

Procrastination and Patience

It's a Country Christmas at The Trash & Treasure Shop in Loma, Hwy 87 & 4th Ave, Sat & Sun, Dec 7-8 from 9-5. Antiques-collectibles and as-is merchandise. Plus jams, jellies and chokecherry syrup. Santa will be sharing in the festivities. Stop and shop! 11-II

Estate Auction: Nov. 16th, 10am @ Stretchs 140 S. 1st St. E. Malta. Also including some consignment items. Sale conducted by Hines Auction. For detail email dhauction@mtintouch.net or call Dave 654-4780 or 654-2838 11-I

For Sale: 2004 Subaru Outback, LL Bean edition. Loaded! $9,995. Call Snowy Mountain Motors 406-538-4014. 11-I

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For Sale: 1,000 gal. Poly tank, $350; Bearcat Chipper PTO #70554, $900: Queen size BR set, chest, vanity/mirror, bed/bxsp & matt, plus bedding, nite stand, $250; Twin Bed/ with bedding, $100; China Closet, $250; Table & 6 chairs, $100; Buffet $50. 406-799-3820. Loma. 11-I

Malta Tire Factory: We are ready to help you with all your automotive repairs and tractor tire repairs. Malta Tire, Hwy 2 West, Malta. 406-654-2120. 11-I

For Sale: Double bull archery blind, $325. (Reg. $400). Call John at JR's Tackle Shop 406-353-4850. 9-II:12-I

Home For Sale: 5yo. 2,500sq’. 4bed/2ba. Open, large kit w/oak, dbl oven, pantry. Fr doors. Newer A/C, heat. Bamboo. Jetted tub. Heated Dbl Garage. Studio apt. Low-maint corner lot w/fruit trees. Handicap-friendly. $289K, negot. Chinook, MT. 406-357-2635/860-2745. 11-I

Kirkwood Funeral Home

654-1132Serving Northern MT from Malta

Help Wanted In Fort Benton: Manager and Night Clerk positions available. Pick up an application and apply at Joy Co., 479 Main Street, Fort Benton, Montana. 11-I

3 Sisters at 101 S. 1st St. E. in Malta has something for everyone! Now selling doTerra oils. Come shop the little store on the corner with a big selection. 406-654-2529. 10-I:12-II

Filter Services: For all of your air filter and water filter cleaning services call Flawless Filters. Servicing North Central MT with a complete line of Baldwin Filters. 406-376-3106, 406-799-4580 (cell) or email us at flawlessfilters@mtintouch.net 11-I

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Complements of Greg Dugdale

Raymond JamesFinancial Services, Inc.

Havre, Montana

Money Talks

This information, developed by an independent third party, has been obtained from sources considered to be reliable, but Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. does not guarantee that the foregoing material is accurate or complete. This information is not a complete summary or statement of all available data necessary for making an investment decision and does not constitute a recommendation. The information contained in this report does not purport to be a complete description of the securities, markets, or developments referred to in this material. This information is not intended as a solicitation or an offer to buy or sell any security referred to herein. Investments mentioned may not be suitable for all investors. The material is general in nature. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. does not provide advice on tax, legal or mortgage issues. These matters should be discussed with the appropriate professional.Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC, an independent broker/dealer, and are not insured by FDIC, NCUA or any other government agency, are not deposits or obligations of the financial institution, are not guaranteed by the financial institution, and are subject to risks, including the possible loss of principal. Prepared by Broadridge Investor Communication Solutions, Inc. Copyright 2012.

IRA contribution limits The maximum amount you can contribute to a traditional IRA or Roth IRA in 2014 remains unchanged at $5,500 (or 100% of your earned income, if less). The maximum catch-up contribution for those age 50 or older in 2014 is $1,000, also unchanged from 2013. (You can contribute to both a traditional and Roth IRA in 2014, but your total contributions can’t exceed this annual limit.)Traditional IRA deduction limits for 2014 The income limits for determining the deductibility of traditional IRA contributions have increased for 2014 (for those covered by employer retirement plans). For example, you can fully deduct your IRA contribution if your filing status is single/head of household, and your income (“modified adjusted gross income,” or MAGI) is $60,000 or less (up from $59,000 in 2013). If you’re married and filing a joint return, you can fully deduct your IRA contribution if your MAGI is $96,000 or less (up from $95,000 in 2013). If you’re not covered by an employer plan but your spouse is, and you file a joint return, you can fully deduct your IRA contribution if your MAGI is $181,000 or less (up from $178,000 in 2013).

If your 2014 federal income tax filing status is:

Your IRA deduction is reduced if your MAGI is between:

Your deduction is eliminated if your MAGI is:

Single or head of household

$60,000 and $70,000 $70,000 or more

Married filing jointly or qualifying widow(er)*

$96,000 and $116,000 (combined)

$116,000 or more (com-bined)

Married filing separately $0 and $10,000 $10,000 or more

*If you’re not covered by an employer plan but your spouse is, your deduction is limited if your MAGI is $181,000 to $191,000, and eliminated if your MAGI exceeds $191,000.Roth IRA contribution limits for 2014 The income limits for Roth IRA contributions have also increased. If your filing status is single/head of household, you can contribute the full $5,500 to a Roth IRA in 2014 if your MAGI is $114,000 or less (up from $112,000 in 2013). And if you’re married and filing a joint return, you can make a full contribution if your MAGI is $181,000 or less (up from $178,000 in 2013). (Again, contributions can’t exceed 100% of your earned income.)

If your 2014 federal income tax filing status is:

Your Roth IRA contribution is reduced if your MAGI is between:

You cannot contribute to a Roth IRA if your MAGI is:

Single or head of household

$114,000 and $129,000 $129,000 or more

Married filing jointly or qualifying widow(er)

$181,000 and $191,000 (combined)

$191,000 or more (combined)

Married filing separately $0 and $10,000 $10,000 or more

Employer Retirement Plans The maximum amount you can contribute (your “elective deferrals”) to a 401(k) plan in 2014 remains unchanged at $17,500. The limit also applies to 403(b), 457(b), and SAR-SEP plans, as well as the Federal Thrift Savings Plan. If you’re age 50 or older, you can also make catch-up contributions of up to $5,500 to these plans in 2014 (unchanged from 2013). (Special catch-up limits apply to certain participants in 403(b) and 457(b) plans.) If you participate in more than one retirement plan, your total elective deferrals can’t exceed the annual limit ($17,500 in 2014 plus any applicable catch-up contribution). Deferrals to 401(k) plans, 403(b) plans, SIMPLE plans, and SAR-SEPs are included in this limit, but deferrals to Section 457(b) plans are not. For example, if you participate in both a 403(b) plan and a 457(b) plan, you can defer the full dollar limit to each plan--a total of $35,000 in 2014 (plus any catch-up contributions). The amount you can contribute to a SIMPLE IRA or SIMPLE 401(k) plan in 2014 is $12,000, unchanged from 2013. The catch-up limit for those age 50 or older also remains unchanged at $2,500.Plan type: Annual

dollar limit: Catch-up limit:

401(k), 403(b), governmental 457(b), SAR-SEP, Federal Thrift Savings Plan

$17,500 $5,500

SIMPLE plans $12,000 $2,500

Note: Contributions can’t exceed 100% of your income. The maximum amount that can be allocated to your account in a defined contribution plan (for example, a 401(k) plan or profit-sharing plan) in 2014 is $52,000 (up from $51,000 in 2013), plus age-50 catch-up contributions. (This includes both your contributions and your employer’s contributions. Special rules apply if your employer sponsors more than one retirement plan.) Finally, the maximum amount of compensation that can be taken into account in determining benefits for most plans in 2014 has increased to $260,000, up from $255,000 in 2013; and the dollar threshold for determining highly compensated employees remains unchanged at $115,000.

IRA ANd RETIREMENT PlAN lIMITs foR 2014

Real Estate: Check out this week's ad on page 3 to see our latest listings. You can also see up to date information at fbrealty.com or stop by our office Fort Benton Realty, 1426 Front Street, Fort Benton, MT (800)406-0946 11-II

Home for Sale: Comfy 3 bed home w/large kitchen, dbl garage, large lot! Reduced! $97,500. 928 2nd St., Havre. Call Jeanie Cole with Flynn Realty (406) 265-7845 or mobile 945-0931. 11-II

For Sale: Older Toyota 5,000 lb. Fork Lift. Gas. Pneumatic tires. Make offer. 406.265.9852. 11-II

For Sale: 2 bedroom home on the edge of Saco. Newer deck, furnace/heater, original wood floors and new linoleum in kitchen & bathroom. Reduced! Asking $35,000 (106RS6) 406-654-2273 missouririverreatly.com 11-II

Pay Less: Why pay $400 for an electronic game call when you can get one for $85 including shipping. How about a game camera for $65? How about a web camera to look at your fields, water tanks, barn? Visit www.moosedriver.com. 11-I:4-II:

The Closet: A great place to shop if looking for that super deal. We carry new and consignment items. New inventory added daily. Open Tues.-Fri., 10am-5:30pm; Sat., 10am-3pm. 174 S. 1st Ave., Malta. 11-II

Season's Greetings from the crew at J.R.'s Party Store. Our holiday gift packs have arrived so come check us out and let us serve you this holiday season. We are located at 98 Highway 2 East (across from John Deere) in Glasgow. 11-II

For Rent: Independent Living for adults 62+ or disabled. HUD subsidy available if qualified. Stop by or call Today!!! Sweet Grass Lodge, 511 First Street West, Chester, MT 59522. 406-759-5400. MTRS Relay: Dial 711 ***Equal Housing Opportunity***Handicapped Accessible. 8-I:1-II

For Sale: 2011 Polaris Ranger 800 w/cab. Call 265-9595. 11-I

For Sale: 1 bedroom 1 bath house on a large corner lot in Saco, new roof but home does need some TLC. This could make a great cozy little home! Asking $25,000 (113CD6) 406-654-2273 missouririverrealty.com 11-II

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Tricia’s Trader IS PROUD TO SERVE THESE MONTANA TOWNS: Town: Prefix(es): Joplin 292Inverness 292Rudyard 355Hingham 397Gildford 376Kremlin 372Fort Benton 621, 622Loma 739Big Sandy 378Havre 262, 265, 407, 808, 945, 969, 390, 394, 395, 398, 399 Chinook 357Harlem 353Fort Belknap 353Turner 379Zortman 673Roy 464Dodson 383Malta 301, 654, 658, 680Loring 674Whitewater 674Saco 527Hinsdale 364, 648

Glasgow 228, 230, 263, 367, 831 Nashua 746Fort Peck 526Wolf Point 392, 525, 650, 653, 915Opheim 762Plentywood 765Scobey 487, 783Culbertson 514, 787, 790Jordan 557, 977Lewistown 350, 366, 380, 535, 538, 707, 708, 968Grass Range 428, 928Hobson 423Stanford 566Chester 759Geraldine 737Denton 567Belt 277Great Falls 205, 216, 217, 231, 268, 403, 452, 453, 454, 455, 564, 590, 715, 727, 731, 750, 760, 761, 770, 771, 781, 788, 791, 799, 836, 866, 868, 870, 899, 923, 952, 964, 965, 997

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SOCIAL MEDIA & ADVOCATE AT LARGE: Amy Skryja

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EASTERN REGION:Welcome Jamie Jones to the Tricia’s Trader team! Jamie is happy to help you if you live in one of

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PHILLIPSDANIELS

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Jamie Jones800-756-1817 x104406-390-6386 (c)

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WESTERN REGION:

Laurie looks forward to serving you if you live in the following counties:

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DEAR DAVE, Do employer contributions count toward the 15 percent you recommend putting into retirement? ~Brian

Dear Brian,

Employer contributions do not count toward the 15 percent I recommend setting aside for retirement. It’s nice if you work for a company that offers perks like that, but I want you putting 15 percent of your money into retirement. Baby Step 4 of my plan says to put 15 percent of your income into retirement accounts. The first thing you should put money into is a matching retirement account. If you’ve got a 401(k), a Roth 401(k) or a 403(b) and your employer offers a match, you should do that up to the match before anything else. Let’s say your employer will match three percent. Since the goal is 15 percent, you’ve still got some work to do. You’ve got three percent of your own money already tied up for retirement, so then you could look at a Roth IRA. If the Roth plus what you invested previously to get the match doesn’t equal 15 percent, you could then look at a 403(b) or go back to your 401(k) to hit the 15 percent mark. Whatever your company matches, whatever its pension may be or even military retirement does not enter into the equation. I want your money in your name. If your company goes broke and you have a company pension, you get nothing. But if you have a 401(k) and your company dies, it’s in your name and you don’t lose it. You put it there, you own it. And that includes the match. Are you getting the picture, Brian? I want you to control your destiny! ~Dave

DEAR DAVE, What are some good ways to teach a 13-year-old kid about giving versus getting during the holiday season? ~Phillip

Dear Phillip,

One of the best things you can do is simply talk about it—a lot. Kids are bombarded with messages about how important they are, and how they should always have what they want. It’s okay to have some stuff, but advertising and other marketing messages in today’s culture can make them think it’s all about them. It can lead kids to believe the axis of the world runs through the tops of their little heads. Think about this. In 1971, the average person saw 564 advertising impressions a day. Now, that number is about 4,000. The purpose of advertising is to disturb and influence you to the point that you’ll buy something. Advertisers want you to believe that you’re not complete without their product, or that you’ll be a happier, cooler, better person with their product. And in most cases, advertising and marketing people are more aggressive in their teaching than parents are in theirs. My suggestion is to find some giving exercises in which you can all participate. You could adopt a single mom at your church. Make it a family outing, and go buy groceries, gifts for her kids or even a Christmas tree. Make sure your kids are involved physically, mentally and emotionally in the entire giving process. Let them experience the grateful, and sometimes ungrateful, responses that go along with giving. And make sure you do some things that don’t involve money. You could take the entire family to help cook and serve dinner at a homeless shelter. One of the best things we ever did as parents with our teenagers was to send them on mission trips. It truly changed their lives. When you see real poverty close up, when you live and walk and sleep in it day after day—I’m talking about death-and-disease poverty, not the American version—it changes your heart. And when you’re 13, it will change your life forever. ~Dave

DAVE SAYS: Who Is Dave Ramsey? Dave Ramsey is a personal money management expert, popular national radio personality and the author of three New York Times bestsellers – The Total Money Makeover, Financial Peace Revisited and More Than Enough. In them, Ramsey exemplifies his life’s work of teaching others how to be financially responsible, so they can acquire enough wealth to take care of loved ones, live prosperously into old age, and give generously to others.

* Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He’s authored four New York Times best-selling books: Financial Peace, More Than Enough, The Total Money Makeover and EntreLeadership. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 5 million listeners each week on more than 500 radio stations. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.

WINTER BOOTS Did you hear about the teacher who was helping one of her pupils put on his boots? He asked for help and she could see why. Even with her pulling, and him pushing, the little boots still didn’t want to go on. By the time they got the second boot on, she had worked up a sweat. She almost cried when the little boy said, “Teacher, they’re on the wrong feet.” She looked, and sure enough, they were. Unfortunately, it wasn’t any easier pulling the boots off than it was putting them on. She managed to keep her cool as, together, they worked to get the boots back on, this time on the correct feet. He then announced, “These aren’t my boots.” She bit her tongue, rather than get right in his face and scream, “Why didn’t you say so?” like she wanted to. Once again, she struggled to help him pull the ill-fitting boots off his little feet.No sooner had they got the boots off when he said, “They’re my brother’s boots. But my Mom made me wear ‘em today.” Now she didn’t know if she should laugh or cry. But she mustered up what grace and courage she had left to wrestle the boots BACK onto his feet again. Helping him into his coat, she asked, “Now, where are your mittens?” He said, “I stuffed ‘em in the toes of my boots.” She’ll be eligible for parole in three years.

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For Sale: 20 Commercial Hereford Replacement Heifer Calves, $900 per hd. Also 5 performance tested registered heifer calves. Granddaughters of CL1 Domino 955W. Please call 406-395-4962 for commercial or 386-2244 for registered. 11-II

Attention, Farmers: Offering 2013 pricing on 2014 Seedmaster Drills thru November 2013! Big Equipment, Havre 406.265.9554. 11-II

For Sale: Spacious older Saco commercial building. Includes built in air compressor, paint booth and office space. Overhead natural gas space heaters & a lot large enough for off street parking or storage. Renters in place. vAsking $59,900 (111KG6) 406-654-2273 www.missouririverrealty.com 11-I

Position opening: Liberty Medical Center seeking Network Technician. 34 hrs/wk, with the possibility full time. Associate’s degree in CS or Computer Information Sys.and min. 3 yrs. experience required. Salary is DOE. For more info, contact Shari Dolan, Chief Financial Officer, 406-759-5181. Applications accepted until Oct. 31st or until the position is filled. 11-I

Property For Sale: Diamond in the rough. Three city lots in prime Main Street location in Glasgow, MT. Consists of Office and 13 storage units. Has water and electricity. Priced to sell at $149,950. Call 406-301-1986. 11-I

For Sale: HD Flatbed, 8ft x 11ft, off reg cab dually, headache rack, HD bumper, 4" side rails, 5th wheel ball, 2 underbody tool boxes, new cost $3500, asking $2000. 406-783-5599, 783-7499. 11-I

Guitars of Montana. Band & Orchestra Rentals/Sales - Educator approved instruments. American Guild guitars. Bluegrass. Ukuleles. BOSS effects. Special orders welcome. We ship! #2 5th Street South, downtown Great Falls, 406-453-4998 or call Bing at 1-877-566-2224. www.guitarsofmontana.com. 8-I:1-II

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‘TIS (ALMOST) THE SEASON!

Cowboy Christmas is right around the corner. I’m not talking about that part of summer where cowboys and cowgirls hit the rodeo circuit hard to enter as many rodeos as possible to help their standings. Instead, I’m talking about the 14th Annual Rodeo Cowboy Christmas fundraiser for the Montana State University-Northern Rodeo Team on December 7th. The boosters put on this event not only to raise money for the Rodeo Program but also to allow attendees an opportunity to meet-n-greet the team’s coaches and athletes. Overwhelming support for the rodeo team comes from the Hi-Line communities.

For those who have not been attended a Cowboy Christmas in the past, this year will once again afford folks lots of fun in supporting the MSU-N rodeo program and the student athletes who participate. The Boosters have packed the night full of entertainment and food. The MSU-Northern SUB Ballroom doors open at 5:30 p.m. with a poker game, and horse races start shortly thereafter. The no-host bar opens at that same time. On the menu this year is prime rib and shrimp, beginning at 6:30 p.m. The price is right at only $35 a person or $60 a couple and starting this year, for $240 you can get a reserved table for six that includes a complementary bottle of wine. Silent and live auction items will be up for bid during and after dinner, and various raffles will be held. Then, after the auction action has quieted down it’ll be time for attendees to kick up their heels and dance.

The money raised by the Boosters goes directly to help the rodeo team, usually for practice and travel expenses or scholarships. This, in part, helps draw talented student athletes to Havre and continue the strong legacy that is MSU-N Rodeo. Tickets are available at Norman’s RanchWear or from Karene Faber at Independence Bank. The 2013 event promises to once again be a great way to spend a Saturday night in December. So, call the babysitter, get dressed up and I’ll see you in the stands…ummm…at the SUB!

MSU-N RODEO TEAM MEMBERS IN THE BIG SKY REGION STANDINGS

AFTER 5 RODEOS:

Charlie Mack - 3rd Bareback, 10th Bull Riding

Nick Owens - 6th Bareback Branden Toren - 10th Saddle Bronc Riding Kana Wuttunee - 14th Breakaway Roping

Kassy Brough - 15th Barrel Racing Mens Team - 5th place

Womens Team - 8th place

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For Sale: 2009 Arctic Cat Prowler XTX 700, soft top, 2,385 miles, $7,000. Call 390-2403. 11-II

For Sale: : 2004 Dodge Ram 2500 crew cab excellent condition, 109,000 mi. Call 390-4605. 11-I

Bethel Lutheran Church Lutefisk & Meatball Dinner: Joplin, November 10th, 12-3.All you can eat - Lutefisk, Meatballs, Lefse, Potatoes, Salad Bar, Scandinavian Cookies. Lefse for sale, bake sale, silent auction to benefit Lucas Olson. Come And Enjoy the Fellowship! 11-I

Business For Sale: Oil City Saloon/Casino, Shelby, MT. Incl. liquor lic. and full kitchen. 4 newly remodeled cabins & 2 apartments also incl. Great investment property! $299,000. Call/text Ken Nelson, Flynn Realty, 406-439-0595. 11-I

Attention, Artists: Looking for a gallery to display your work? Inner Light Emporium in Havre has space avail. Welcoming new artists to sell products. Call 406-399-3735. 11-I

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November 29, Fri. Chinook Parade of Lights, Christmas Stroll and Festival of Trees, CHINOOK. Arts and crafts, food, pictures with Santa, hayrides and music. 406-357-4201. Visit www.chinookmontana.com.

November 29, Fri. Parade of Lights GREAT FALLS. Parade begins on 6th Street and Central Avenue. 406-453-6151

November 29, Fri. Christmas Stroll LEWISTOWN, Christmas Parade, food booths and Santa arrives! 406-535-5436

November 30, Sat. Glasgow Christmas Stroll, GLASGOW. Welcome Santa to town at noon. Concessions available. Many group activities available. 406-228-2222

November 30, Sat. Community Tree Lighting, HAVRE Town Square. Visit from Santa, caroling food vendors and prizes. 406-265-4383

November 30, Sat. North Pole Adventure LEWISTOWN. A fun filled trip to the North Pole to see Santa, Christmas carols, games. Tickets are $25 per person. Train boards 30 minutes before departure. 406-535-5436

December 1, Sun. Chouteau County Country Christmas, BIG SANDY, LOMA, FORT BENTON. Many varied crafts and food will be available for purchase. Join the Snowflake Run. 406-378-2418

December 1, Sun. Choteau Christmas Stroll, CHOTEAU, morning ‘til evening hometown Christmas stroll. Jingle Bell Fun Run, shopping specials, fire truck rides with Santa, wagon rides, free movie for the kids at Roxy Theatre, vendors, children’s art activities, tree lighting ceremony and much more. 406-466-5642

December 4, Wed. Chester Christmas Stroll, CHESTER Downtown Chester from 4-7pm. All downtown businesses will be open. Food vendors and crafters on site. See Santa! 406-759-4848

December 5, Thu. Festival of Trees MALTA. “Christmas Carols” Displays viewable at Phillips County Museum. 406-654-1037

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For more information, contact Nancy Diemert at 357-3333 or visit our website www.chinookmontana.com for full details and registration forms.

& Festival of Trees

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Chinook’s 28th Annual

1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Stroll Main Street and listen to Christmas Music.8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. - View and Bid via Silent Auction on Festival of Trees (First Bank of Montana Lobby) * Please note, Festival of Trees Setup is Wednesday, November 20th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at First Bank of Montana - they will displayed for 1 week)1:00 to 6:00 p.m. - Blaine County Museum Open2:00 to 4:00 p.m. - Pictures with Santa at Wells Fargo Bank1:00 to 6:00 p.m. - Wildlife Museum Open5:30 - Line up for Parade in front of Meadowlark School6:00 p.m. - Parade of Lights

Friday, November 29th, 2013

Buying Estates: Small or large! Call The Past Estate Sales & Service. 406-262-4379 thebatrack@bresnan.net Havre, MT. 11-I

Speedy's Backhoe Service -N- More. Cheapest backhoe in town. Call Ed or Joseph at 406-357-3877 or 406-945-1979 (Chinook). 7-II:1-I

Economical And Valuable Christmas Presents. Lay - Away ? Your pleasure is our satisfaction. Many saddles, guitars, amps, jewelry or firearms available. Electronic games, computers, I-Pads, and tools. Leon's Buy&Sell, 720 1st St. Havre 265-3342. 11-I

For Sale: Snow rotary 8ft width, hydrostat drive carrier; Cushman Trackster 6ft angle blade, new 24hp Honda engine; 1985 C-600 Ford Truck, 18ft bed, radial tires, auto transmission; 18ft heavy build tilt trailer, tandem single 750 x 16 tires, mounted winch. 406-873-4780 11-I

For Sale: '78 El Dorado. Good shape, runs well, $1,000 OBO; '68 Cadillac 4 dr Sedan DeVille, $1,000 OBO. '68 Ford F-150 4 speed 4x4, $995 OBO. '70 Pontiac Bonneville 57k miles $7,000 OBO Call 406-654-7794. 11-II:1-II

For Sale: 3 bedroom, 1 bath mobile home w/detached garage located in Dodson on 1 ½ acres. This property needs some TLC but is priced right for the handyman. It’s location makes a reasonable commute to Malta or Harlem. Asking $30,000. (112EA6) 406-654-2273 www.missouririverrealty.com 11-I

For Sale: 1568 John Deere round baler. 2,500 bales. 3 yrs old. Call for info 406-357-2211 or email rainbowsales@mtintouch.net. 11-I

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For Sale: RARE KNIVES Large Selection RUANA CASE XX ~ SCHRADE Hard - to - find USA-made Old Timer & Uncle Henry Knife/Scissor SharpeningBig Sky Images & CollectiblesHavre Holiday Village Mall ~~~~~(406)399-6522~~~~~ 11-I:2-II#2

Please Help! Donations being accepted now to help out South Dakota ranchers. For more info please go to Heifers for S. Dakota on Facebook or helpforsouthdakota.com. Or contact your nearest organizer: Shelby, Jeff and Nanna Flesch - 406-337-3402; Great Falls, Jill Lorang - edencows@3rivers.net; Chinook, Rene Brown mbars@mtintouch.net 11-I

For Sale: Come to Western Styles Salon in Malta for hair, nails and tanning. We carry Iso, Matrix, Hempz, Paul Mitchell, Kenra, tea tree, Crew, Joico, and China Glaze products. 406-654-2072. 11-II

For Sale: Deck The Halls! Christmas Craft & Decorating Items at Goodies Galore in Chinook. Huge, New Selection! Main Street, Chinook (under the Elks Bar sign). (406) 390-2801. 11-I

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DIETS

“Diets, diets everywhere but not one that works.” It seems like you can’t turn a page in a magazine, open a website or watch TV without running into an ad for a wonder diet that will melt those extra pounds overnight. Believe me; they are all designed to lighten your pocketbook more than your body. Any diet plan that overly restricts fats or proteins could have serious health repercussions down the road. The body needs all three food groups—fats, proteins and complex carbohydrates—in balance to stay healthy. Any plan that claims weight loss without exercise is a downright fraud. A diet plan that promises rapid weight loss is guaranteed to fail because it works against the nature of the human body. The body is programmed to maintain its current condition, (it’s called homeostasis) and it will work extra hard to gain back any weight that is lost quickly. A slow stable weight loss is the easiest to maintain. Spending money on a diet plan might give you the added incentive to try harder to get your money’s worth but controlling your weight is accomplished by the same simple process, (I said “simple” not “easy”) regardless of how much or how little you pay for the information. Let me give it to you for free. “Burn more calories than you consume.” That’s not all there is to it, but that is the foundation that healthy weight control has to start from. Muscle is the major calorie burner for the body and the pump that delivers life giving nutrition to every cell in the body. Muscle is built with exercise from the protein in our diet. Animal protein is the perfect protein, because it contains all 22 amino acids necessary to build muscle, especially the 8 essential amino acids that are less common in vegetable protein. So, the more exercise and quality protein we fit into our diet plan, the more muscle we build, and the more calories we burn. If you have any doubts about what type of exercise to perform, I would recommend you spend some time with a physical therapist, as they will tailor a program just for you. It will be time and money well spent. Also, I have a test. It is quick, easy and reliable. First, stand up straight in front of a wall, and slowly walk your way up to the wall. If any part of your body touches the wall before your nose, you need an exercise plan. Now, here’s a protein recipe for your busy lifestyle.

That was quick and easy, now you have time for a brisk 2 mile walk. I said brisk walk, not jog. You don’t want to ruin those knees.

Slow Cooker Pot roaSt

Put a roast in the crock pot. It can be beef or pork, but it should be small enough to fit in the crock and large enough to feed your family with leftovers. Now, cover it with 10 oz. cans of condensed soup (no water added). Depending on the size of the roast it might take 3 or more cans. The type of soup is your choice. I like Cream of Chicken, Cream of Celery and Cream of Mushroom, mixed. Set crock pot for 6 hours on low or 4 hours on high. If you have an extra large roast you might add an extra hour to your time. The last hour you might want to adjust the gravy thickness with a little red wine or chicken broth if it’s too thick; or if it’s too thin leave the lid ajar so the vapor can escape. If you are the experimentive type you can add onions or mushrooms alongside the roast, dried onion soup mix to the soup, and you can top it all with dried herbs like Parsley, Basil, Thyme or Rosemary. Serve it with a dollop of sour cream on top, if you prefer. Keep in mind, none of these are necessary, but they add a little kick to an already good pot roast.

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you think. And he takes “requests”!

For Sale: Used oilfield pipe, rods, cable & guard rail. New HDPE pipe. Engineered bridges for pivots, vehicles, walking & ATV. Clips & post caps. Toll free- 866-683-7299 or 406-453-7299 BIG SKY PIPE AND DESIGN, Great Falls. Call TODAY and Ask for our free catalog. VISIT US ONLINE http://bigskypipeandsupply.com/html/ 4-II:12-II

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For Sale: 12 Purebred Angus Bred Heifers, AI bred to Vermilion Bear Paw. Start calving Feb. 1. $2,000 per hd. 30 black/bwf bred heifers start calving March 1. $1,800 per hd. Please call 406-395-4962 for more info. 11-II

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For Sale: INDIAN BLANKETS & ARTWORK Sweetgrass ~ Sage ~ Furs Buckskin ~ SaddlesUSA Old Timer KnivesKnife/Scissor Sharpening, Custom Framing, Big Sky Images & Collectibles Havre Holiday Village Mall~~~~~(406)399-6522~~~~~ 11-I:2-II#1

We Buy Antiques! One item or a household, give us a call! Virgelle Mercantile. 1-800-426-2926 or 378-3110. 11-I

Attention Farmers: When is the last time you had your farm policy thoroughly reviewed? We'd be happy to provide you that service, free of charge. Just give us a call. Jerry at Farmer's Insurance (406) 265-7333 or cell 799-4580. 11-II

For Sale: Black & Red Angus short term cows. Shots and poured. Bred Charolais. Start calving March 25th. Call 406-367-5577 or 406-367-5574. 11-II

Kent Morehouse Taxidermy: Full service taxidermist. Birds, fish, big game, small game, exotics, Europeans and more. Located on Ft. Peck Hwy in Glasgow, MT. 406-263-2700 or 406-367-5200. 11-I

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For Sale: New or used bumpers. Various makes & models. Call Custom Collision Repair, 406-265-8492. 11-I

We Have Rough Lumber. Call to see what we have in stock. All Seasons Home Center, 406-228-8288, or stop by 729 2nd Ave S., Glasgow, MT. 10-I:3:II

For Sale: 2012 Dodge Ram 3500 Limited Cummins Turbo Diesel 30,100 miles, 4X4. This Ram has every option possible including a Herd Aluminum Grill Guard. Call for more info, 406-580-5068. 11-II

Prewett Interiors ~Your Home Store~ "We sell Awesome stuff!" Decor & Gifts, too. (406)228-9844. 41prewett.int@nemont.net, 41 First St. N., Glasgow, MT 59230. Hours: M-F 8:30-5:30. 11-II

Wanted: We Buy, Sell & Trade Gold & Silver. Havre Coin Shop & More. Appraisals, Estate Sales, Coins, Gold, Silver. 406-390-1761, 220 3rd Ave. - Atrium Mall - Havre, MT. havrecoinbuyer@yahoo.com 406-390-1761. 11-I

Help Wanted: All positions. Apply in person. The Pro, Havre. 126 4th Ave., Havre, MT. 11-I

Christmas Headquarters: Come to Spare Change for gift wrap, bags, bows, and ribbon. We also have Christmas cards and decor. Nothing over $5. 154 S. 1st Ave., Malta. 11-II

For Sale: Large round alfalfa bales. 1st and 2nd cutting. Feed reports available. 406-357-3222 day or 357-2768 eve. 11-II

Radio Shack in Malta is now your local Triangle Mobile cell phone dealer. Call 406-654-3639 with any questions. 9-I:12-I

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CED BW WN YW SC Milk Marb RE

6 1.5 69 119 0.8 38 0.36 0.43

CED BW WN YW SC Milk Marb RE

0 2.5 44 77 1.36 35 .46 .42

Far & Wide X Trinity T95

Lot #13 - Shipwheel Far & Wide 2537

CED BW WN YW SC Milk Marb RE

8 0.9 66 114 1.31 33 0.36 0.46Chisum X Wide Track 374 Lot #1 - Shipwheel Vance 2606

CED BW WN YW SC Milk Marb RE

1 2.9 68 110 0.78 21 0.76 0.30

Iron Mountian X Dr J Focus M89

Lot 15 - Shipwheel Iron Mountain 2539

CED BW WN YW SC Milk Marb RE

5 2.1 55 96 1.02 34 0.36 0.49

Pioneer X New Design 878

Lot #33 - Shipwheel Pioneer 2601

CED BW WN YW SC Milk Marb RE

13 -0.3 72 123 1.62 38 0.48 0.34

Upward X Holman 208 P44

Lot #14 - Shipwheel Upward 2517

50 Bred Heifers, 28 Bangs Vaccinated Commercial Replacement Heifer Calves

ABOUT THE BULLS¤ Only the top 50% will be offered for sale.¤ Developed on a growing ration at home to insure soundness and longevity, not fattened.¤ Put more trust in these older, more mature bulls to do the job.¤ Tested for Pfizer 50K, Performance, Fertility.¤ Volume Discounts & Sight unseen purchase guarantee.¤ Free Delivery in MT and adjoining states.¤ No Creep and no hoof trimming.¤ Fully Guaranteed for first breeding season.

Klint and Lori Swanson 2265 Gooseberry Lane - Chinook, MT 59523

406-357-2492 Phone - 406-357-2298 FaxEmail: shipwheelcattle@itstriangle.com

We are excited to offer a rugged, muscled up, super sound set of bulls

that will sire calves with performance from the range to the rail and females with some survivability and longevity!

Annual Bull SaleRanch-Raised Coming 2-Year Old Bulls

PLUS 50 Bred Heifers, 28 Heifer Calves, 1 Ranch Gelding

70SellingDecember 11th, 2013 - 1:00 pm

At the Clear Creek Ranch

5th

Shipwheel Chisum 2600

LOT #12

Recommended for large framed heifers or cows. One of the very best that we have raised. A big spread on this easy fleshing, deep middled, big nutted herd bull. He is very gentle with expressive muscling, a good front end and sound feet. His outcross pedigree is stacked with proven donor cows. We will use him in our program.Dam is a very attractive, angular cow that has 4 calves with a 89BR and 3 calves with a 133 IMF ratio. This excellent uddered, moderate framed cow raised a high seller for us two years ago and a daughter that just weaned off a heavy Packer son. She has earned the right to be a donor for us. Grand-dam is a moderate framed, beefy made, easy fleshing, 10 year old cow still in production. Great Grand-dam post and impressive 12 @ 93 BR, 12 @ 107 WR and 9@ 107 YR.

Vance X Upward