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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1968
Page
1
The notice urges Montana voters to renew the six mill levy for the six unit university system. It explains the levy does not raise taxes, having been approved in 1948 and 1958 for ten-year terms. It stresses high youth population and the need to sustain higher education and graduates who shape Montana and the world.
The article warns to set clocks back one hour to Mountain Standard Time on Sunday October 27 at 2 a m. Readers are advised to adjust watches and clocks and note that the Fish and Game timetable is on MST. Hunter time cards are available from Bob's Sport Shop.
The mid month council meeting attended by all members discussed painting the fire hall, building committee input, and assigned Petaja Lamach and Mosness to investigate. The city considers county cooperation on snow fencing near the airport road and dirt removal for topsoil around the Pioneer Home. The clerk asked about Bentonite for sealing the skating rink and the council favorably noted obtaining the material. Mayor Schump’s remarks continued on page eight.
Thorvald Hauge 86 died Tuesday at Pioneer Home after several months in declining health. Funeral services are set for Saturday at 2 p.m. in the Lowry Chapel. He had been a patient at the Home since August.
Dr. Vern Standish announces a sanitation school for food handlers with 25 attendees. The program, run by the State Department of Health and local Health Department, covered proper food handling, serving, and storage to prevent poisoning and correct utensil sanitation.
Sheriff Kenneth Thompson reports a bold weekend theft at the airport improvement site. Unknown suspects took 22 rolls of double barb wire 14 rolls of woven wire and 10 bundles of fence stays valued around and belonging to Hilde Construction Company. Thieves used the back way via the old road. investigation ongoing.
The executive committees of the Sweet Grass County Wool Growers and Wool Marketing Associations met to schedule annual meetings and a banquet. Wool Growers meet November 16, a February wool pool date to be set. President Bob Jarrett named Bill Donald, Jack Halverson, and Leonard Esp to the resolutions committee.
Jay Graham eight year old son of coach Jim Graham won first place in the Punt Pass and Kick fall competition at Cobb Field Billings on Satur day January 48. He led by 48.5 points over the local rival and advances to the district meet in Great Falls. Teammates Jim Graham and Doad Tyler placed second in their age groups while six Big Timber contestants are pictured. The local Ford star Starr Ford Inc sponsored the team with a post contest dinner at the airport and a tour through the Gazette building en route home.
Sheriff reports a truck missing since October 13 was recovered Sunday at Three Forks. The vehicle belonged to Ralph Breeding and was taken from its parking place by the Moose hall. A Laurel stolen car was left in town as suspects moved transit. Building materials and large 4x8s were taken from a new home site. Alma B Bailey Utah jailed after Bozeman bad check warrant. Erik Hammersmark cites a cow shot possibly first hunting season death. Vandalism hits high school over weekend with broken doors and windows.
The Big Timber B team defeated Livingston Freshmen 33 to 12. Standout defense from Jerry Rue and Billy Erickson, plus strong offense from Kelly Goosey Ed Gust and Larry Hauge helped Big Timber surge after an early Livingston lead. A 35 yard pass to Kelley Goosey sparked the rally.
Gary L. Roe joined the University of Montana Missoula during formal fall rush pledging Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity as a new member.
Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 2 00 p m from Lowry Funeral Home for Mrs Margaret K Heisler 87 who died October 15 in Coeur d Alene Idaho Rev Richard A Kienitz officiated Mrs Myrtle Sell was organist and sang Abide With Me and Nearer My God to Thee Pallbearers were George Lamach Kermit Anderson E A Bieber Victor Allman John G Johnson and Tom McMahan Burial was in Mountain View cemetery Survivors include her daughter Mrs Alice H Wiks of Coeur d Alene Idaho two grandchildren Esther and Estelle Wiks both of Portland Oregon a brother Henry Mitchell Michigan and a sister Mrs Pauline Cook of Rowan Out of town relatives attended from Coeur d Alene Idaho and Portland Oregon
A political slogan appears in reporting on gun policy arguments. The phrase underscores opposition to stricter controls by contending that bans would leave law abiding citizens defenseless while criminals keep weapons.
The annual fall meeting of American Legion district 7 will be held Sunday October 27 with about 200 Legionnaires and Auxiliary members expected. Posts in Bozeman Big Timber Livingston White Sulphur Springs West Yellowstone Manhattan Three Forks and Gardiner are part of the district which has over 1700 Legionnaires. Department leaders Angell and Hall attended the New Orleans convention and will report. A Rehabilitation School luncheon and joint events are planned with separate afternoon meetings and a joint banquet in the evening.
Mrs Bernice Best of Enterprise Oregon arrived Sunday for a week long visit with her son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs Bob Hoderman.
New Reform candidate Wayne Montgomery visited Big Timber to discuss his platform and prospects for the November 5 election. He touted grass roots support, praised clergy and youth backing, and criticized party “company men” while outlining land reform, farm parity, pollution controls, and tax relief through an adjusted state income tax.
Big Timber overwhelmed Lodge Grass with a 60 to 0 victory last Friday night. Jan Camp scored three times on 40 and 20 yard runs and a 15 yard pass from Loren Ellison. Bill Smith added two touchdowns, Loren Ellison connected with Jack Fuller on a 20 yard pass, and Jack Fuller booted five extra points. Thirty players saw action.
The community invites youth to Halloween events on October 31 with age grouped gatherings from 7 to 12 pm at various venues. Pre schoolers meet at the Congregational church Fellowship hall. younger children at Legion Mall. older youth at Moose Hall and Masonic hall. teens at the high school lunch room. Toons Club will provide film while older groups cap with dancing and games and costume prizes.
Helens District Office manager Jack Sharp urges all eligible for Medicare to read the Medicare Handbook from Social Security. The guide explains how the two health insurance programs work, services covered, and payment methods, including a sample form for billing doctor visits. John Elliott will visit Big Timber Courthouse on November 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to assist residents.
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