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515 2nd Ave. S • Glasgow, MT 59230


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The Big Ride


Josh Ragan, one of the team members of The Big grace, gumption and grit. Gene maintains that hard
Drive, had some other team members all harnessed work, honesty, goals and dreams have made this
up and ready to roll in the old Shopko parking lot state a better place. He also wants to encourage the
this morning. Brothers Jim and John, a pair of young United States of America to re-elect Donald Trump
Belgian Draft horses, are in charge of pulling the for President this coming November. “I believe he is
stagecoach, a replica of the 1880 Abbot & Downing God’s choice to ‘KEEP AMERICA GREAT’,” he says.
Concord, built from scratch of oak and iron. A dream- The Big Drive was giving free rides to local residents in
turned-reality by Gene Bushnell, The Big Ride is a Glasgow today. Donations are gladly accepted, though,
trek across Montana’s Hi-Line from Troy to the North in order to fuel up the trucks, as well as Jim and John
Dakota border, a distance of 667 miles with a purpose with hay. And who all remembers yelling shotgun for
of reminding America of our Montana Pioneers and the all mighty front seat position of the car? They told
their determination to settle the Montana frontier with Rachel that they would let her ride shotgun today!!!
OBITUARY
Shirley Meiers
DIGITAL PICTURE & SOUND Shirley Ann Daniels Meiers,
85, of Missoula, MT, passed away
ALL SHOWINGS $3.00 June 7, 2020, at her home.
Shirley was born July 20,
406-228-9239 • www.polsontheatres.com
1934, in Poplar, MT to Harry
SHOWING: JUNE 19-25 and Marie Daniels. She was the
youngest child of five.
She attended Fort Benton High School. Before
she graduated, she was united in marriage to Duane
Rated PG 124 min. Rated PG 90 min. Meiers in 1951. Their union lasted 65 years. They raised
5:00& 8:00 5:20 & 8:15 4 children: Cindy (Ron) Bishop, Duane (Dana) Meiers,
Robert (Jill) Meiers, and Michael (Becky) Meiers. She
Might see spent most of her life owning and working in restaurants
T-storms this as a short order cook and waitressing. She loved spending
time with her family during the holidays preparing meals
weekend and playing cards. Shirle really loved to crochet and as
Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 51. West wind 5 her eyesight failed, she continued her passion.
to 10 mph becoming light and variable in the evening. Shirley is survived by her four children, twelve
Saturday: Scattered showers, with thunderstorms also grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, and a
possible after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 77. Calm brother Leroy Daniels. She was preceded in death by
wind becoming west 5 to 9 mph in the morning. Chance of
her husband, infant son, her parents, sister Edna, and
precipitation is 30%.
brothers Art and Bill.
Saturday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms
before 7pm, then a slight chance of showers. Partly cloudy, Private grave side services will be held with family.

The Problem Solvers


with a low around 52. West wind 5 to 9 mph becoming east
after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Sunday: A slight chance of showers, then a chance of
showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with
There was a Mensa Convention in San Francisco
a high near 75. Light and variable wind becoming west 5 recently. Mensa, as you probably know, is a national
to 8 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 50%. organization for people who have an IQ of 140 or higher.
Sunday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms Several of the Mensa members went out for lunch at a
before 1am, then a slight chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, local café. When they sat down, one of them discovered
with a low around 52. West wind 5 to 8 mph becoming north that their salt shaker contained pepper, and their
northeast after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
pepper shaker was full of salt. How could they swap
Monday: A slight chance of showers before 7am, then a the contents of the two bottles without spilling any, and
chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly
sunny, with a high near 77. North northwest wind 6 to 10 using only the implements at hand?
mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Clearly, this was a job for Mensa minds. The group
Monday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and debated the problem and presented ideas, and finally
thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around came up with a brilliant solution involving a napkin,
52. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light and variable a straw, and an empty saucer. They called the waitress
after midnight. over, ready to dazzle her with their solution.
Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 82. Calm wind becoming “Ma’am,” they said, “we couldn’t help but notice
west northwest 5 to 8 mph in the morning.
that the pepper shaker contains salt and the salt shaker
Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 56.
has pepper.”
Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 86. Southeast wind
6 to 9 mph. But before they could finish, the waitress
Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 58. interrupted. “Oh, sorry about that.”
Thursday: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms.
She leaned over the table, unscrewed the caps of
Partly sunny, with a high near 85. both bottles and switched them.
BUZZIFIEDS
GARAGE SALE Saturday, June 20 from 8am-3pm. Kitchenware, tools, RENTAL ASSISTANT for apartments in Glasgow + other light duties.
fiestaware, cushion swivel patio chair, rugs, new sheets, new outdoor PT as needed. Trustworthy and efficient. 360-750-6746
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GARAGE SALE: Saturday, June 20 from 8am-3pm. Bissell power steamer, GLASGOW
portable convection oven, new still in box lawn tractor, Levi Strouse, Route BUZZ
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INDOOR RUMMAGE SALE Friday, June 19, 1-6 pm. & Saturday, June BUZZ
20, 8am-1pm. 2 highchairs (1 straps on a chair, 1 hangs from the table). VALLEY VIEW HOME is looking for a new Dietary Director. The
Kids clothes sizes baby up to size 14-16’s. Air purifier, sm. microwave, Director is responsible for the Dietary Department, food and supply
ironing board, humidifier, men’s and lady’s clothes, books, jewelry, antique logistics and resident dietary needs. If you have experience and are
oval beveled door window, needle punched black velvet, an Indian chief in looking into a long term career, please visit Valley View Home for an
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FORT PECK COMMUNITY GARAGE SALES: Saturday, June 20 starting BUZZ
at 8 am. Lots of houses participating, something for everyone! VALLEY VIEW HOME is looking for CNAs for day shift. High paid
BUZZ wage for CNAs with long term care experience. We can train and
PATTY’S GREENHOUSE: End of season plant sale. 25% off plants certify anyone who wants to become a CNA as well. PLEASE SWING
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MARCIA MAE’S SALVAGE & ANTIQUES Open at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, FMDH POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Maintenance Mechanic
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N. (HWY 2 across from McDonald’s & next to the Methodist Church. or GED. 1-year plant or hospital maintenance experience preferred
Marcia Fast Proprietor 263-7567 but not required. We will provide all job specific training necessary.
BUZZ Maintaining the Buildings, Grounds and Systems at FMDH. Looking
FOR SALE Will accept any reasonable offer for 3 older Anderson windows. for a vocation that makes a difference in our community? We offer a
(1) 83” Wide by 64” High. (1) 75” Wide by 53” High. (1) 41” Wide by 65” great environment and good benefits while working with wonderful
High. CALL CELL 263-1940 OR 228-9288 people. Well consider working with our team, we are looking for the
BUZZ right person to fill this open position, is it you? General maintenance
THE TOWN OF FORT PECK is offering 120 acres of Hay Land to be cut. of systems and equipment responsibility that ensures the safety and
For bid sheets contact the Fort Peck Town Office at (406) 526-3220. Bids operation of the entire facility. Perform general preventive maintenance
must be received at the Town Office by June 29, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. and repair of mechanical, electrical and electromechanical equipment.
BUZZ Organize and precipitate staff relocations and space preparations.
COMING UP Saturday June 20. Tom & Dolores Matuska Moving & FMDH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. PLEASE
Retirement Auction. Watch for details. GSI AUCTION SERVICE CONTACT THE HR DEPARTMENT AT (406) 228.3662 FOR MORE
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APT. FOR RENT. 925 sf, 2 bdrm, 1 1/2 bth townhome apt. City of Glasgow. BUZZ
Cozy. Good neighbors. Sm pets OK. Laundry room in unit. $595/month. DALE PLUMBING & HEATING OPENING: Customer Service.
360-750-6746 Cleaning and organizing store, waiting on customers,answering
BUZZ phones, making work orders, ordering, checking in inventory, pricing
POSITION OPENING: Full Time Clerk at the Valley County Clerk and and putting inventory away, pricing and making sales slips, processing
Recorder’s Office. Experience with bookkeeping, computer, payroll, reading returns and credits, computer data entry, and various other office and
land descriptions, accounting and other clerical office duties preferred. clerical duties as assigned. Benefits Health, Vision, Dental, 401K,
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skills. Salary: DOE. Full Benefit Package. FOR A COMPLETE JOB Hours: 40 hours per week. Email job apps to dph@daleph.net or
DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE CLERK DROP OFF AT DALE PLUMBING & HEATING
AND RECORDER’S OFFICE. 501 COURT SQUARE #2, GLASGOW, MT BUZZ
59230, 406-228-6226 ELEVATOR OPERATIONS SPECIALIST Full time Monday-Friday 8-5,
BUZZ weekends and overtime during peak business times. Excellent wages,
T&R TRUCKING Looking for a Porta Potty cleaner. 5-6 days per week train bonus plus annual bonus. Health insurance, 401k and generous
depending on the season. CDL preferred or willing to obtain. Wage vacation time. The Elevator Operations Specialist is responsible for
depends on experience. CALL ROCKY AT 228-8746 OR APPLY AT T&R performing all operations functions relating to the Elevator, Control
TRUCKING Room, weighing/grading, housekeeping and rail loading activities.
BUZZ Employee may also be responsible to assist in performing routine
LOCAL DELIVERY DRIVERS WANTED full and part time positions. Must maintenance of equipment. For a full job description or to apply, go
be 21, driving experience required. Starts at $16. Email msglasgowmt@ to www.bunge.com/job-search and click on Open Positions. WE ALSO
gmail.com for questions and full information. WELCOME CALLS AT 406-695-2347
G&D Born Cinco de Mayo 8 lbs. 6 oz.
to Kirsten & Tim Branda of Turah, MT
ELECTRIC Maternal Grandparents
Connie Jensen Osen of Lewistown, MT
& the Late Kurt Osen
Paternal Grandparents
Terry Branda & the Late James Branda
of Memphis, TN

Residential & Commercial Here’s a *T*I*P*


Stewart Thomson of Oakville, Ontario, Canada
CALL 263-2724 has one of his daily columns published every Tuesday
on the www.321gold.com website, with his main
readership being American business owners.
We also have
In his May 19, 2020 column Thomson wrote
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Broad Spectrum & Isolates and right) want citizens to take on debt and spend all
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their money. That’s so the government in power can
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OPEN taken on to get that growth. The citizens are starting
M / W / TH / F to rebel. They appear to be taking matters into their
Organic Medical 10am-6pm own hands and saving for not just a rainy day, but
Alternatives 406-228-4202 for the next crisis. That crisis is inevitable, given the
ludicrous debt worship mentality showcased by both
major political parties in America. Negative rates
make government debt bigger and do nothing to help
home of the average citizen. With already horrific debt levels
The
BS BUZZ
in play, bigger government with more debt is not good
for GDP growth. It’s bad, and it sets the nation up for
economic catastrophe. The citizens understand this
disturbing reality, and already the U.S. savings rate for
2020 is akin to that of Swiss citizens, in the 12% range.
That’s solid action!”
FULL COLOR You can visit Thomson’s website at www.
gracelandupdates.com. – mike, Things, Ideas &
PRINTING ENVELOPES People, Daniels County Leader

BROCHURES MONDAY
SOUPS:
BUSINESS CARDS Broccoli Cheese ∙ Chili
CUSTOM FORMS SPECIALS:
Potato Delight
POST CARDS
NOW POSTERS Dine at the “O”
OFFERING
BANNERS 228-8006
~ CALL FOR BIDS ~
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Valley County Commissioner
are accepting bids for
Security Camera’s, Remote viewing stations,
UPS battery backups, accessories and labor.
Bids must be received by the Valley County Commissioners office,
no later than 5:00 pm June 23, 2020, in a sealed envelope marked
SEALED BID – Facility Security camera system including bidders
name and return address to the Valley County Commissioner’s Office,
Join Join
ususfor Father’
for Father’s DaysatDay!
501 Court Square, Box #1, Glasgow, MT 59230. TheSunday,
Wood restaurant!!
June 21st
Bids will be opened and read publicly BBQ Ribs, Corn on the Cob, Baked Beans,
Wednesday, June 24th at 10:00 am. BBQ Ribs, Corn on the Cob, Baked Beans, Potato Casserole and
Potato Casserole, & Apple Crisp for Dessert
Interested Bidders call Mike Bain at 406-230-2016 Apple Crisp for dessert all for just $16.
for bid packets and any additional information they have All for Just $16
about the bidding process. This special will run from 11 am– until gone so make sure to
Special will run from
Valley County reserves the right to accept or reject any bid or portions
of the bid and to waive any irregularities which are deemed to be in the
11:00 AM - untiljoin us early!
gone
best interest of Valley County. Make sure to Join Us Early!

MONDAY
SOUPS:
Broccoli Cheese ∙ Chili
SPECIALS:
Potato Delight

Dine at the “O”

228-8006

Flatland Cruiser
Car Club
Father’s Day
Show ‘n Shine
Sunday, June 21
10am - 2pm
In front of Sam & Jeff’s
Cars, Pickups, Motorcycles
& Bikes are Welcome
Do not have to be a Member to Participate
Enjoy Classic Cars,
Food & Drinks
& Scouts
Pinewood Derby
Call 367-5200 for more info

Keep Your Cool


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Celebrating our

5th A nniversary
We will be
Celebrating Each Day!
303 1st Ave. S • 406-228-2277
Thursday
thru Saturday
June 18-20
Protesters Pull Down Joe Biden After 4:00-9:00 PM
DAILY DRAWINGS
Mistaking Him For Old Racist Statue FOR PRIZES
›› Pop Up Bingo ‹‹
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Enraged statue turned out to be former vice ›› Pop Up Trivia ‹‹
protesters were marching through president and current presidential ›› Cornhole ‹‹
D.C. toppling racist statues when they candidate Joe Biden. ›› Lawn Jenga ‹‹
came upon one standing on a street “Classic pranksters,” Biden said, Pickle Beer will be
corner. chuckling, as he dusted himself off. on tap for that week!
The archaic, racist statue looked “You know, this happens from time to Montana Mimosas
& 12 Craft Beers
very, very old. It even had some kind time. Back in my day, we were out at fresh on tap.
of obsolete soundbite-playing device the community pool, hanging out and We want to thank you for
in it, probably an early phonograph throwing rocks at each other, as was 5 years of support and
from how old the statue looked. It kept the fashion at the time. CornPop and hope you come join the
saying things about black people being I were dishing it out and running our celebration!
clean and articulate and how poor kids fingers through our leg hairs when...”
are just as bright as white kids. As he continued to drone on,
The rioters threw a lasso around though, another racist group came up
the top of the statue after googling and toppled him the other way.
“How to tie a lasso” and arguing for Eventually the rioters had had
a while about how lassos are racist. their fun and moved on, knocking
They then brought it tumbling down over Nancy Pelosi and Ruth Bader
after graffitiing all over it. Ginsburg, mistaking both of them for
Unfortunately, the old, racist ancient statues. ~ Babylon Bee
DIRTY SHAME SHOW .......Well Priced
....Well Performed
...Well Worth Seeing
Join the glamorous Dirty Shame Belles
chorus line and their high-energy dance
routines as they perform to the Can Can and
other dances. Also featured in this family-
oriented variety show will be the Dixieland
Jazz Band, ensembles and comedy skits.
• June 27 (1 & 4 pm) • June 28
(1 & 4 pm) at the Rex Theatre
in Scobey’s Pioneer Town
Call 406-487-5965 for tickets
In concert Friday, June 26th, 6:30 p.m., gates open at 5:30 — hot band out of Fargo, North Dakota
playing Classic Rock, Country, Country Blues, Rock, Country Rock. A three-hour non-stop
outdoor concert at Pioneer Town. Gate opens at 5:30 p.m. FOOD WAGON & BEER GARDEN

54th Annual Pioneer Days & Antique Show June 27 & 28


Scobey, Montana — Pioneer Town comes to life featuring an outstanding outdoor museum with 35 preserved buildings
(51 in all) on 20 acres portraying early 20th century homestead life. Museum grounds open (FREE admission) at 9 a.m. with
car and tractor parade at 3 p.m. both days . . . No Thresherman’s Breakfast... continuous entertainment at the Dirty Shame
Saloon . . . Concessions on the grounds Live Music on grounds both afternoons.... TOTAL FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT!

I went down to the Stockman’s last night and had a


Friday Funnies by few.... I noticed two large women by the bar.
They both had strong accents so I asked, “Hey, are
Question: How many used car you two ladies from Scotland?”
salesmen does it take to change a One of them chirped: “It’s WALES you idiot!”
light bulb? So, I immediately apologized and said, “Sorry, are
Answer: I’m going to work this you two whales from Scotland?”
out on my calculator, and I think And that’s the last thing I remember!
you’ll be pleasantly surprised.

A very pretty young woman worked in a nursing Ole and Sven were out in their boat, fishing on the
home, and one morning she was helping an elderly lake one day when suddenly a hand appeared out of the
gentleman who was particularly hard to wake up and water.
get him ready for breakfast. ““Vhat da hell vas dat?” asked Sven, “it looks like
As the young woman struggled with the gentleman somevun is drowning!”
to get him to sit up, he fixed his twinkling blue eyes on “Naw,” says Ole, “dat’s yust a little wave.”
her face and said, “My, you’re pretty!”
“Thank you,” she blushed. After a long and famous career of being blasted out
“Have I asked you to marry me yet?” he asked. of a cannon and into the net, the human cannonball
“No,” she shyly replied, “you haven’t.” was getting tired of it. One day he though he had had
“Good,” he huffed, “because I don’t think I can put enough and told the circus owner that he was going to
up with this crap every morning!” retire.
“But you can’t!” protested the circus big cheese,
Ever wonder what a subpoena is? “Where am I ever going to find another man of your
It’s a little lower than a regular poena. caliber?”

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