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VOL. 1 ISSUE 13 Belle Fourche, SD Thursday November 15, 2018 $1.25 Noem Elected First SD Female Governor Rural counties swing the election toward the Noem/ Rhoden ticket by about 11,500 votes. BEACON STAFF Local voters in Butte County [email protected] went for Noem with a two- thirds majority vote. The largest PIERRE - Republican Kristi percentage margin in a county Noem was elected South Dako- for Noem/Rhoden was Haakon ta’s first female Governor with with 78% of the votes cast, and a close victory over Democrat for Sutton/Lavellee was 91% Billie Sutton. The margin of of those who voted in Oglala victory was 11,478 votes with Lakota County. more than 340,000 votes cast. Sutton would have been the Nearly two-thirds of eligible Rushmore state’s first “out voters in South Dakota partici- of the bronc saddle” cowboy pated which represents a fairly Governor since Tom Berry and strong turnout for a mid-term only the 5th Democrat elected election. in the state’s history after Berry, The statewide totals were as Ralph Herseth, Dick Kneip, and follows; 172,894 for Noem/ Harvey Wollman (last in 1978). Rhoden and 161,416 for Sutton/ The state’s two largest coun- LaVallee. That represented a ties Minnehaha and Pennington 51% to 48% split. Kurt Evans canceled each other out with and Richard Shelatz, Libertar- Sutton winning Minnehaha by ian candidates garnered 1% or approximately 5,000 and Noem 4,844 of the total votes cast. winning Pennington by about 62.75% of South Dakota’s the same. One could conclude 544,282 registered voters cast that the rest of the mostly rural HISTORIC ELECTION - Governor & Lt. Governor-elect Kristi Noem and Larry Rhoden pose for ballots in the mid-term election. counties decided the election a photo with energetic “volunteers” at the Platte Food Center, Platte, SD during their pre-election The state’s first elected for our state’s Governor after rally swing across the state. Photo Courtesy Noem Campaign Staff female Governor Kristi Noen the “big” two canceled each 74%-22% margin. That race offices for Attorney General. Public Lands with a 62/38 win with running mate, Lt. Gov- other out.. started a Republican sweep of State Auditor Rick Sattgast over Woody Hauser. Brunner ernor-elect Larry Rhoden had In the race for South Dako- of all the state’s constitutional over Tom Cool 64/36; and Josh retained 80% of the Butte winning vote totals in 44 of the ta’s lone representative to the offices. Haeder became State Treasurer County vote. 66 counties. Billie Sutton and US House, “Dusty” Johnson Steve Barnett defeated with a 62/38 win over Aaron Kristie Fiegen in her bid for running mate Michelle Lavallee led the way with a 60%-36% Alexandra Frederick 65/35 for Matson Public Utilities Commissioner were victorious in 20 counties victory over Tim Bjorkman. Secretary of State. Jason Ravns- Butte County native Ryan defeated Wayne Frederick 65/35 with two counties (Spink and Voters in Butte County broke borg bested Randy Seiler 55/45 Brunner retained his seat as to complete the Republican Lyman) statistically tied. for Johnson by a slightly larger, in the closest race of the state Commissioner of School and sweep of the ballots. VP Pence Rallies Voters in Western SD No, No, Yes, Large crowd gathers Yes, No, Votes in Rapid City as on Ballet Pence stumps for Questions Gov. Elect Noem BEACON STAFF BEACON STAFF [email protected] [email protected] On the long part of the ballot, RAPID CITY – An excited, as well as strongly voting to enthusiastic gathering of over retain Supreme Court Justice 1000 people crowded into Janine M. Kern voters punched Hanger 4, West Jet Air Center both sides on constitutional at the Rapid City Regional Air- issues and initiated measures. port Monday, November 5th to They voted NO, NO, YES, see Vice President Mike Pence YES, NO on the five questions speak at an election rally for as follows: candidate for Governor Kristi Constitutional Amendment Noem. W: An initiated amendment to It definitely was a plus as Noem the South Dakota Constitution won Pennington county and changing campaign finance and western South Dakota counties lobbying laws, creating a gov- by some of the widest margins ernment accountability board in the state. and changing certain initiative “When the Vice President said and referendum provisions. he would speak at a rally for Amendment W went down: me, of course, I said yes,” said Kristi Noem (R) is shown with Vice President Mike Pence and his wife, Karen. -Beacon Photo 55% No to 45% Yes Noem following the event. “I Constitutional Amendment had a bus tour planned through was scheduled to arrive at 4:30. Robin Reinhold, a Newell people attending) then I’ll be X: An amendment to the South some of the voting districts, and Beacon correspondent Colleen resident, said it was a great op- happy.” Dakota Constitution increasing when I realized I wouldn’t be Brunner was in attendance and portunity to bring her “homes- Sarah Frankenstein sang the the number of votes needed able to be on that tour, my good reported on the event: chooled” children to experience national anthem and the pledge to approve a constitutional friend John Thune took my Several pre-rally speakers took the history of such an event. was lead by Don Ackerman. amendment. place.” That is also where her the podium and warmed up the “That’s one of the benefits of Prior to Noem taking the po- No’s prevailed on X 54% to running mate, Larry Rhoden, supporters for Pence’s speech, homeschooling,” she said. dium, which was embellished 46% Yes. was as well. including candidate for: U.S. Lori Balciuras of Custer, said with the seal of the Vice Presi- Constitutional Amendment Rally attendees were allowed House, Dusty Johnson, Attorney that Noem already had her vote, dent, Senator Lindsey Graham/ Z: An amendment to the South entry to the event at 1 p.m. General Jason Ravnsborg, Sec. but she came to the rally to get SC, spoke, saying, “The Repub- Dakota Constitution establish- and the hanger continued of State Steve Barnett, current to see the Vice President. Bob lican party’s loss in Washing- ing that a proposed constitu- filling until the 3:30 cut off for Attorney General Marty Jack- Horsley of Rapid City said, “If ton, D.C, will be South Dako- tional amendment may embrace admittance. The Vice President ley, and several others. it changes a couple of votes (by ta’s gain when Kristi Noem is only on subject and requiring elected your governor.” proposed amendments to be Noem spoke in general terms presented and voted separately. about the race and her Strong Voter Turnout Favors PENCE A6 AMENDMENTS A6 Local Incumbents in Mid-Terms In the companion District Fire Destroys Belle 28A House contest, there was no contest as Democratic Fourche Home Candidate, Incumbent Oren Lesmeister was unopposed in his re-election bid. In District 29 Incumbent State Senator Gary Cammack, Union Center, outdistanced the Dem- ocratic Party candidate Matt Kammerer 6422 to 2557. Veteran legislator Tom Brun- ner and Kirk Chaffee, Republi- cans for State House of Repre- sentatives in District 29 won by large margins over the Demo- GOING TO THE POLLS - A steady stream of voters came cratic candidates Jade Addison through the Belle Fourche Community Hall on Election Day and Michael S. McManus in the Nov. 6th. The turnout in Butte County was nearly 62% of all top two out of four . registered voters. A pretty strong turnout for a mid-term. In the State Senate race in BEACON STAFF crat challenger Alli Moran 5,817 District 31, Incumbent Bob [email protected] votes to 2,763. Ewing won handily over Dem- Belle Fourche Firefighters and EMT personnel, as well ocratic challenger Sherry Bea as BF Police, SD Highway Patrol, and the Butte County BELLE FOURCHE - Area In the District 28B State House of Representatives Race Smith 6,952 to 3,710. Sheriffs department responded to a Monday morning trailer incumbents faired well in their Voters elected Timothy R. house fire on Kath Avenue. There were no injuries reported. respective legislative races. Dis- Republican Sam Marty retained his house seat with a resounding Johns and “Chuck Turbiville A single mother and four children were displaced by the trict 28 Incumbent State Senator over Democrats Naveen Malik blaze which totally destroyed the structure. - Beacon Photo Ryan Maher bested his Demo- 85% of the vote over Libertarian challenger Jason Hill. RACES A6 Belle Fourche Beacon Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018 A-2 Pastor’s Perspective Pastor’s Perspective is provided by Pastor Andy Anderson of Emmanuel Baptist Church. An Open Invitation to the Family of God. I love the God sent poisonous snakes into complete gentleman, He will words of the camp. The people repented, not force Himself into anyone’s John 3:16, Moses prayed the people and life. Jesus patently knocks on “For God God instructed Moses to build the door of our hearts longing so loved the a fiery serpent and place it upon to be invited in. Longing for world that a pole. Whenever someone us to answer His call. Will He gave His was bitten all they had to do to Jesus forgive your sin and only begot- be healed and live was to look accept you if you come to Him? LEVERINGTON FUNERAL HOME ten Son, that upon it. How many perished Jesus said in John 6:37 states: whosoever believeth in Him because they would not believe “All that the Father gives me OF THE NORTHERN HILLS should not perish, but have God? The Word of God tells us will come to me, and whoever It’s a funeral home owned by Mark and Deb Leverington, everlasting life. that if we repent and call upon comes to me I will never cast a husband and wife who help people say goodbye. Words of hope to the world. the Lord Jesus Christ we will be out.” Again, Jesus is saying And to them, this is much more than a business. There is a God who is in con- saved. There is no other way of “whosoever” comes to Him, trol, who created each of us and salvation. Acts 4:12 Neither is He will save. Romans 10:13 It is a calling and a way of life. loves us enough to intervene there salvation in any other: for states: “For whosoever shall And they would be honored to help you. and bring salvation to whosoev- there is none other name under call upon the name of the Lord er will believe on His only be- heaven given among men, shall be saved.” The answer gotten Son Jesus Christ. God’s whereby we must be saved. is “yes” Jesus will forgive you plan of is simple enough that It is not the will of God and accept you if you come to a young child to an old adult that any should perish, spend Him. Are you ready to answer can understand it but it was not eternity separated from Him, the call? Will you repent of www.FuneralHomeoftheNorthernHills.com cheap. God’s plan of salvation but He allows men and women your sin and believe on Jesus cost His Son His earthly life. to choose their final destiny to today for salvation? If not, PROVIDING LOCAL NEWS FOR John 3:14-15 states: And as be with Him or not. 2 Peter why? God asks “Mark 8:36-37 BELLE FOURCHE, BUTTE COUNTY and the TRI-STATE TRADE AREA Moses lifted up the serpent in 3:9 states: “The Lord is not For what shall it profit a man, if (605) 723-4245 the wilderness, even so must the slack concerning his promise, he shall gain the whole world,

Son of man be lifted up: That as some men count slackness; and lose his own soul? Or what “From the center of the nation to the center of our community.” www.bellefourchebeacon.com email: [email protected] whosoever believeth in him but is longsuffering to us-ward, shall a man give in exchange Weekly publication Postage paid at Belle Fourche, SD 57717. should not perish, but have eter- not willing that any should for his soul?” Everything this Permit No. 23 nal life. In Numbers 21:4-9 the perish, but that all should come world has to offer is temporal, Publisher: Douglas Cole Belle Fourche Beacon people had sinned against God. to repentance.” Jesus is a is it worth your soul?” 622 State Street, PO Box 576 Belle Fourche, SD 57717 Obituaries Junice (June) Rothermel 93 Junice (June) Rothermel tirement, she joined the quilters was born December 26, 1924 to craft countless comforters to to John and Regina (Danielson) send to missions. Lerseth in St. Croix Falls, Wis- She and Lolly took great pride consin, in 1924, the youngest in their son, and they welcomed by five years of four children. his wife Linda in 1977 as a true She spent her first eight and a daughter, but it was the grand- Every year there is a need for half years on a Wisconsin dairy children who stole their hearts. Children's Coats. farm, the reason, she claimed, Their plans of retirement, time that she always believed butter with the grandchildren, and was far superior to margarine. travel changed with Lolly’s In September of 1933, her death in 1985. In 1990 June parents sold the farm at auction sold her house, and she and and spent the fall moving across her Siamese cat D.C. moved Minnesota and South Dakota to in with her son and his family. Through November 30th, a homestead in Harding County, Humming sweet songs around Black Hills Laundry will be accepting coats, South Dakota. June celebrated Upon graduation in 1943, she the kitchen, she baked the most hats, and mittens at the following locations: her ninth birthday near Gustave attended school at Black Hills fantastic kuchen, chauffeured Belle Laundromat (710 8th Ave) where her father would eventu- Teachers College in Spearfish kids, listened to music lessons, Belle Laundry and Dry cleaning (711 State St.) ally sell gasoline and a few oth- where she earned a teaching and was an unfailing and calm- Spearfish Laundry and Dry Cleaning (712 Canyon St.) er things from the front of their certificate for a “common” ing presence for a young family Sturgis Laundry and Dry Cleaning (2014 Main St.) and Laundry World (1315 Haines in Rapid City). home and serve as postmaster district. She taught rural school with two active children and of what is now a ghost town. at Gustave for four years. two working adults. Before it All coats need to have working buttons and zippers. June attended the country Her father’s illness at that point was trendy, she was a testament When received they will be cleaned for free and then school near Gustave until it was turned her into a farmer. She to the fact that grandchildren dispersed to the local organizations. time to go to high school. Her learned to milk cows and to should be raised near their Contact us if your organization would like to join with us! parents arranged for a teacher drive the new Case tractor to grandparent. certified to teach grades 1-12 to pull a combine to harvest the After the grandchildren went teach June for her ninth grade crops with the help of some off to college and work, June year. For the rest of high school neighbors. She really was never moved to Spearfish to live near she worked for room, board, an outdoor girl, but she was a her sister and her husband to If you have any questions you may call Belle Laundry & and tuition at Augustana Acad- very determined person. lend a hand with her care. She Dry Cleaning 723-6301, Spearfish Laundry & Dry Cleaning, 722-9400 or Sturgis Laundry & Dry emy in Canton, South Dakota. She moved to Belle Fourche decorated her apartment with a Cleaning 347-8429, Laundry World in Rapid City, 348-5121. “We were strictly supervised,” in the summer of 1948 where tape measure to decide exactly she said. she worked for the County how much more furniture she Superintendent’s Office at the could add to what was already Courthouse. She joined St. there and with stacks of cata- James Lutheran Church and logs to order that latest thing. sang in the choir with Esther Long before it was trendy, she Belle Fourche Church Schedules Rothermel who invited her began to add essential oils to BEREAN BIBLE CHURCH FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL home to dinner. June 9, 1949, her long list of things that “are 1407 5th Ave. Belle Fourche PO Box 46, 200 Dartmouth Ave. 6th and Roundup · 892-2446 June married Esther’s brother good for you,” (such as butter.) 605-569-8380 605-456-2767 The Rev. Evelyn Weaver Albert (Lolly) who had returned In 2010, she became the first Sunday Worship: 10:30 AM Worship: 9 a.m. The Rev. Sandy Williams, Priests resident at Belle Estate Senior Bob Davis, Pastor Wednesday afternoon children’s time Deacon Rev. Mike Weaver from Naval duty during the war and worked at Adam’s Compa- Living, formerly the Country BLACK HILLS GOSPEL during the school year, 3:45-5:15 Sunday: 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist ASSEMBLY FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Monday-Friday: 7:45 a.m. Prayer ny warehouse. Place. Her smile and sweetness 1/2 Mile east on hwy 34 · 210-1374 901 Laurel St. Whitewood Wednesday: 6:30 p.m., Learning and June stayed home for a few endeared her to the staff and the Kenny Riley, pastor (605)-920-1959 Discovery Study years after the arrival of son residents. Her sparkling jewelry Sunday: 1 p.m. & 6 p.m. Reverand Jill Jennewein Ricky in 1950, but she returned became her trademark. She told Wednesday: 7:30 p.m. Sunday: ST. ONGE UNITED CHURCH OF Friday: 7:30 p.m. 9 a.m. Worship CHRIST to work in the fall of 1955 as everyone she met that she had Del Neumeister, Pastor CHRISTIAN LIFE CENTER 10:30 a.m. Adult and Teen Bible the secretary to Belle Fourche not intended to live so long and Sunday School and Worship at 2020 Vista St · 892-4767 Study was ready to go to heaven. After 8:30 a.m. High School Principal Clarence Paul Howard, Pastor 10:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School McGirr. When he became the nearly 94 years of gentle and ST. PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH Clay Conry, Associate Pastor LANDMARK MISSIONARY BAP- superintendent, she followed unquestioning faith, she was Sunday TIST CHURCH 834 6th Ave., Belle Fourche Long Term Care Service (ABA) · 2.2 miles east on Hwy 34 Msgr. Michael Woster, Pastor him to his new office and stayed finally welcomed home on Sat- 8:45 p.m. 723-1092 Fr. John Paul Trask, As.Pastor in the system as either Secretary urday, November 10th, 2018. Sunday School: All ages Sunday: 10 a.m. worship service Mass Times to the Superintendent or Secre- She leaves behind her son Sunday: 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. NEW COVENANT PCA Wednesday: 7:30 am. tary to the School Board until Rick and his wife Linda, grand- Fellowship Hour: 9:30 a.m. 1140 Ames St. Spearfi sh Friday: 12:15 p.m. followed by Adora- her retirement in 1986. “I liked children Joe and Renee Rother- Worship and Children’s 642-1122 tion with 2pm Benediction Church 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Luke Bluhm, Pastor bookkeeping better than teach- mel and Kate and Chris Abbott, 4th Friday of the month Evening Service 6 p.m. Sunday: ing,” she said. Always precisely great grandchildren Elanor, @Belle Fourche CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF 10 a.m. Worship Service Nursing Home: 10:30 a.m. organized and correct and alway Jason, and Miriam Abbott and LATTER DAY SAINTS NORTHERN HILLS CHURCH OF Saturday confession 2-3 p.m. smiling, she managed, without many nieces and nephews. 1105 Todd St. CHRIST ST. JAMES LUTHERAN a computer, a huge amount of She was preceded in death by Brad Buchholz, Bishop 5 miles south of Belle Fourche on 110 Stanley · 723-3923 Sunday: 9 a.m. Sacrament Meeting Hwy 85 · 642-7167 data and a number of superin- her parents, her husband Albert Sunday: 9am Adult Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday School Thomas Pruett - Minister tendents and business managers in 1985, her brothers Orville 10:15 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Priesthood meeting Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Bible Class Wed: iPraise - after school over her career. and Fredrick Lerseth and her Wednesday: young men, young 10:30 a.m. Praise & Worship 7th-8th grade confirmation 4 p.m. Work was not everything. sister Alice Heggem and their women and girl scouts Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Bible Class Thurs. Pray Without Ceasing 10am EMMANUEL BAPTIST (SBC) She was a pivotal part of her spouses. NISLAND INDEPENDENT COMMU- Friday: 7 a.m. Lutheran Men in 902 Lawrence St. · 723-6899 husband Lolly’s large family, Services are Tues. Nov. 20 at NITY CHURCH Missions, Belle Inn Andy Anderson, Pastor On Hwy 212 in Nisland Saturday: 5 p.m. Worship and she was always active at 10:30 am under the direction of Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday School (605) 257-2356 SUMMIT OPEN BIBLE St. James Lutheran where she the Leverington Funeral Home 10 a.m. Sunday Worship Pastor Doug Clark FELLOWSHIP served on several boards and of the Northern Hills, followed Wednesday: 6 p.m. Prayer Service Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Seventh and Summit by graveside rites at the Black CONNECTION CHURCH (SBC) Worship: 10:45 a.m. as a Sunday School teacher. 892-4630 or 892-4389 613 sixth ave., Belle Fourche Her only concern was that in Hills National Cemetery. A PRAIRIE HOME CHURCH Pastor Rick and Diane Brennan (605)-210-2150 1701 Hwy 212, Newell Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship the membership lists for the memorial has been established Pastor Stephen Carson Sunday School: 10 a.m. Kidz Church Immediatly Following annual reports, women were to the Belle Fourche St. James Worship Pastor Ashton Rone Worship: 11 a.m. Wednesday: September - May Lutheran Church Sound and Sunday: 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. worship listed as Mrs. Someone. “I have RANGELAND MINISTRIES 6:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study a name,” she said. “Women Light upgrade. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Kidz Alive (Kindergarten - 6th Grade) 807 8th Ave. 892-4178 shouldn’t be called by their Leverington Funeral Home Alzada, MT UNITED METHODIST Pastor Tim Smith of the Northern Hills Sunday: 1804 Sventh Ave. ·892-2405 husband’s name.” After her re- Sunday: Worship: 10:00am www.bellefourcheumc.com 9:15 a.m. Sunday School Mark Leverington, Lay Pastor Bob Duemig, Pastor 10:30 a.m. Worship Service SALVATION ARMY OF THE Sunday: John Timmer 87 Wednesday: NORTHERN HILLS 10:30 a.m. Worship Following John Timmer, 87, of Sioux Falls, SD. 6:00 p.m. Bible Study 120 Ryan Rd., Spearfish 9:30 a.m. Sunday School Falls died from an aortic an- John was born June 24, 1931, FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UCC 605-642-0924 Wednesday: eurysm on November 5, 2018. on a farm near Beaver Creek, 717 Jackson St. · 892-3402 Envoys: Tim and Peggy North 10 a.m. & 7 p.m. - Bible Study Pastor Del Neumeister He passed away peacefully MN. He graduated from Rock Sunday: 9:45 a.m. VALE COMMUNITY COUNTRY Sunday: Sunday School: 11 a.m. CHURCH at Dougherty Hospice House Rapids (IA) High School in 9:35 a.m. Adult Sunday School Worship Nursery avaliable Pastor Darla Dunn surrounded by family. 1948. He attended Central 10 a.m. Worship 402 Rosander St. Vale SD 57788 Funeral Services for John College in Pella, IA. Service Sunday: 10 a.m. were held 1:00 p.m., Saturday, He married Henrietta Van Der 605-210-0512 November 10, 2018 at Commu- Weerd on February 13, 1953, in nity Reformed Church in Sioux Continued on A3 Belle Fourche Beacon COMMUNITY Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018 A-3 From Chamber Director Gary Wood Once Again! Thank You to These Several weeks ago, probably in one of the first would be my brother!” Center of the Nation Beacon articles I talked about “Placemaking”. He had some memories As a reminder: Placemaking is a multi- didn’t he! So now here is Business Association Sponsors! faceted approach to the planning, design and what Mary wrote management of public spaces. Placemaking It’s all about People - Place - Connection Americ Inn Lodge & Suites Lindstad Alignment capitalizes on a local community’s asset, ‘Place-making’ is the process that creates great inspiration, and potential, with the intention of public spaces. Placemaking brings together American West Steak House Lueders Food Center creating public spaces that promote people’s diverse people. Office Emporium, LLC has Belle Fourche Beacon Main Insurance health, happiness, and well-being. created an urban space transformation on a Belle Fourche Livestock Mason’s 5th Ave. We have had some place making going on this small scale. People who grew up in this area are Belle Inn Restaurant Nehl Dental past week, so I thought I’d alert you to it. Go coming inside the building throughout the year Belle Laundry & Dry Cleaning New China Garden on down to the Office Emporium and see what to visually see what it is today and reminisce Black Hills Pioneer/Prospector Patty’s Place owner Mary Riley has done to bring back a little about what it used to be. The story people tell us Branding Iron Steak House Pete’s Clothing Western Wear nostalgia in her corner of Belle Fourche. I’m at 612 State Street, is this heritage building has Budget Appliance & Furniture 2 Randy’s Discount Tire going to let Mary tell you what it is below, but always been a drug store/pharmacy since 1900’s. I’d like to give you some of the reason behind One of the four owners had a soda fountain and Bunney’s Body & Collision Ross Equipment & Rental Office Emporium’s efforts. Mary’s building cafe in an area of the building. People who Crossroads Round Up Building Center has been around a VERY LONG TIME and has used to gather here, often tried to be the first Dak. Financial Service Runnings been many different businesses over the years. ones to get the booth at the front window in the Dakota Lumber Sand Creek Printing Did you know that it used to be a two-story old cafe area. Office Emporium has created, E.T. Sports South Park Lanes hotel? Yes, that is correct. Go check out the designed and transformed a new private space Fast Break Screen & Printing South Side Conoco historic pictures she has displayed in her store. for public use with booths in the front window First Interstate Bank Stadium Sports Grill Many of our businesses and buildings hold a to bring people together for refreshment and lot of memories for people in our area. I hear conversation. Frontier Glass Stero’s & Stu’ it whenever someone comes to our office in the Let’s continue this trend of place making but Green Bean Stinton Chiropractic Historic Roosevelt Events Center. When I asked creating spaces that bring people together to help Hersrud’s of Belle Fourche Tim Speidel Business & Tax Service one person if he was ever in the principal’s build community ties ONCE AGAIN. Integrity Meats Tri State Construction office (our current offices) he said, “NO, that KBFS-KYDT Tripp Family AMC Car Museum KOTA TV Wells Fargo Obituaries - continued from A2 Lifestyles West Tire & Alignment Steen, MN, President of RISE (River Improvement Society) in after his relent- the days when the Bike Trail was still a dream. less pursuit of He served in leadership positions in numerous her. civic and business organizations, such as the John enlisted Central College Board of Trustees, RISE, Kiwanis in the Air Force International, Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce, during the Ko- Elks Club, Augustana Fellows, Life Source, and rean Crisis, but several insurance industry associations. In 2006, was medically Central College awarded him their President’s discharged be- Medal. fore getting the Sports were also a passion for John, including opportunity to softball in his teens, softball announcing in Steen, serve overseas. MN, racquetball at the downtown YMCA for over Office Supplies • Janitorial Supplies • Full Color Printing Most of his 40 years, tennis in his retirement years, and fish- business career ing. He especially loved walleye fishing on the Signs • Promotional Products • Stamps •Banners • Direct Mailing was in the insurance industry – working for Pru- Missouri River and the friendship of all who went dential, John Hancock, and Mutual Benefit. His with him. Throughout his life he loved watching 523 Grant Street • Belle Fourche, SD career culminated in being an executive and owner his kids’ and grandkids’ sporting events. (605) 892-4540 • (605) 892-6210 Fax of Employee Services, Inc. (ESI), a third party John is survived by his wife, Hen of Sioux Falls; claim administration firm, from 1974 to 1991. son Brad of Sioux Falls; son Doug (Heidi Wagner) In 1980, John successfully ran for a seat in the of Sioux Falls; daughter Jana (John) Bastian of Belle Fourche South Dakota State House of Representatives. He Belle Fourche, SD; daughter Kaye (Pat) Lawler held that seat until 1992, when he was the Repub- of Sioux Falls; son Vance (Dianne) of Sioux Falls; lican candidate for the U.S. House of Representa- brothers Gary (Maurine) of Pella, IA; Lee (Sandy Cowboy Band tives for South Dakota’s lone seat in Congress. Saxena) of Mesa, AZ; Edwin (Barbara Fett) of Community Chili Feed One of his proudest political achievements was Janesville, WI; Stan (Jana) of Plantersville, TX; November 23, 5-6pm at the Community Hall leading the initiative of term limits for the state sisters Di (Hal) Klein of Mesa, AZ; Rosi (Char- legislature and Congressional representatives. An- lie) Reisig of Smithville, MO; Linda Rosso (Rich See the Parade of Lights following the Chili Feed at other highlight was promoting the idea of a state Schembri) of Mesa, AZ; grandchildren Jeremy 6 down State Street, and the fireworks display park at the former Indian settlement site known as Strom of Council Bluffs, IA; Jaren Timmer of sponsored by CONBA at the Tri-State Museum at 7! Blood Run, which is now Good Earth State Park. Rapid City; Cody Larson of Sioux Falls; Wagner John was actively involved with Life Source of (Ruben) Silva of Sioux Falls; Tagyn Larson of Minneapolis during the 1990s, including serving Sioux Falls; Kyra Wagner of Sioux Falls; Ellie on their board of directors. This is the processing (Trapper) Haynam of Bozeman, MT; Hannah agency for almost all organ donations in South Bastian of Eugene, OR; Sean Lawler of Yokota Dakota, North Dakota, and Minnesota. In a simi- AFB, Japan; Maggie Lawler of Seattle, WA; Kara lar vein, he believes in medical research, donating Lawler of Omaha, NE; Brian Lawler of Sioux his remains to the USD Sanford Medical School. Falls; Elena Lawler of Sioux Falls; Alexei Lawler In 1957, John and his wife, Hen, were charter of Sioux Falls; Rudy Lawler of Sioux Falls; Katie members of Community Reformed Church in Timmer of Sioux Falls; Joey Timmer of Sioux Sioux Falls, and were still members at the time of Falls and many nieces, nephews and cousins. his death. In 1961, John was a charter member He was preceded in death by his parents, Ed and of the East Sioux Falls Kiwanis Club and was an Dena Timmer, and an infant daughter. active member at the time of his death. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to John believed in developing the River Greenway a fund for a future walking path at Trail Ridge and Bike Trail in Sioux Falls. He served as a Senior Living Community.

Edward Victor Brunner 92 Edward Victor Brunner was born Mar. 27, 1926 in Chicago, IL to Carl and Anna Brunner. He was one of ten children. When Ed was a child, the family moved to South Dakota. While living in Nisland with his sister Emma and working on the farm, Ed met the love of his life, Laura Irene Carlson. The two were married on April 29, 1945 and they Belle Fourche Community Calendar moved to the farm where they had six children: Bruce Edward, Donely Friday - 16 Thursday - 22 “Cowboy Band” Dee, Gary Lee, Kevin Ward, Dean Celebrate the 605! NFR Community Chili Feed David and Lana Irene, their only 5-6pm, BF Community Hall daughter. Send Off Thanksgiving Day In the late 1950’s, Ed started 6pm, Branding Iron selling life insurance, and a few years later, his sons were old enough Fri-Sat-Sun Tri State Museum & to take over the main share of the farm work, allowing him to focus Saturday - 17 15-16-17 Visitor Center on insurance. Ed sold insurance for over 40 years before retiring to Bowl Cozy Quilt Class Holiday Open House 5-7pm, 415 5th Ave. travel with his wife. 10am, Office Emporium BFHS Fall Play After retirement they traveled a great deal and spent winters in “Ride North Odessa” Arizona. In 2005 they returned to live in the Black Hills area per- Sunday - 18 Parade of Lights manently to be closer to family members. In 2009 they moved to Doors open 6:30pm Family Fun Day: Gobble, 6pm, State Street Newell to an elderly housing complex with daily care provided by Starts 7pm, BFACC Theater family members. Gobble 2pm, Tri-State Museum Following parade, Laura went home to be with her Lord on Monday, August 1, 2011 Friday - 23 Lighting of the Town and Ed soon moved to the Belle Estates assisted living facility in United Methodist Service & Christmas Tree Belle Fourche where his children, grandchildren and great grandchil- Shop Small - Belle Fourche dren continued to visit him until the time of his passing. Thanksgiving Dinner 6th Avenue across from On Wednesday, November 7, 2018, Edward joined his Lord and Connection Church 10:30am, United Methodist Light Up the Night Savior and was reunited with his loving wife Laura. Church He leaves behind all six of his children: sons, Bruce (Colleen) Fireworks Display La Belle Marche’ Holiday Brunner, Newell, Donely (Mary) Brunner, Brule, Neb., Gary (Ai- Monday - 19 Sponsored by CONBA leen) Brunner, Nisland, Kevin (Charita) Brunner, Custer, Dean (Ju- Indoor Market 7pm, Tri-State Museum & City Council Meeting lie) Brunner, Belle Fourche; daughter, Lana (Don) Couch, Cypress, 9am-4pm, 1010 State St. Visitor Center Grounds Texas, 18 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, 7pm, City Hall nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. “Husker the Mule” Tuesday - 20 If you would like a com- He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Laura Irene Book Signing munity event placed in the (Carlson) Brunner and all nine of his siblings. Entry Deadline for 2-7pm, The Olive Branch calendar, please email us Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 17, at the Nisland Parade of Lights 501 State St. at News@BelleFourche- Independent Community Church, 402 Olin, Nisland, SD. Chamber of Commerce In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the memorial Beacon.com. established to Gideons International, an organization Ed was heavily involved in for most of his life. Condolences and further information requests may be sent to Behrens-Wil- Brought to you by South Side Conoco son Funeral Home in Rapid City, SD. 7th & State St. Contributions to the memorial may be (605) 892-9181 sent to Bruce Brunner, 18344 SD Hwy Belle Fourche, SD 57717 79, Newell, SD 57760. Belle Fourche Beacon Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018 A-4 Belle Fourche BFHS Theater Presents “Ride North, Odessa” Come join the Belle Fourche High Light Up Friday School Theater department for our Fall Show, ‘Ride North, Odessa.’ This is a western retelling of Homer’s epic ‘ The Nov.23 Odyssey.’ It is funny, irreverent and even a little dramatic. Join us Nov 15 - 17 at the Night 7pm, doors open at 6:30 at the Belle Fireworks, Parade, Shopping, & More! Fourche Area Center Theater. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Le Belle Marche’ Author Event & Holiday Shopping

at 1010 State Street Author Event & Holiday Shopping Great Stocking Stu er Idea! Get the newest Husker the Mule book for your little 5 - 6 p.m.: Cowboy Band Community one Authored by local Codi Vallery-Mills Chili Feed at the Community Hall Fun story • Beautiful illustrations • Great message

5 - 7 p.m.: Tri-State Museum & Book Signing with Author Nov. 23 Visitors Center Holiday Open House 2-7 p.m. Fun story • Beautiful illustrations • Great message Olive Branch, downtown Belle Fourche at 501 State 6 p.m.: Parade of Lights on State Street Great Stocking Stuer Idea! St.

Stop by The Olive Branch to get the newest with Lighting of the Town Can’t make the event? Buy the book on Ama- Husker the Mule book for your little one! Christmas Tree to follow zon.com November 23, 2-7p.m. 7 p.m.: Fireworks Display on the Book Signing with local Author Codi Vallery-Mills Can’t make the event? Buy the book on Amazon.com Tri-State Museum Grounds Other great Holiday shopping in store Stick around for the Light Up The Night parade and Jewelry • Clothing • Wood Works • Toys reworks Stick around for the Light Up The Night parade and fireworks! The Olive Branch, downtown Belle Fourche, 501 State St. Nisland Native Releases New Children’s Book STURGIS -Sturgis resi- dent, and Nisland native Codi Vallery-Mills has written a third children’s book that is out just in time for the holiday shopping season. The book, Husker the Mule: Adventure Awaits, is a western themed children’s book for kids ages 4 to 8 years-old. The book follows young Car- ter and his mule Husker while Codi Vallery-Mills they participate in a back-coun- the last 15 years writing and try camping trip. During the editing for agricultural publica- This year there are prizes for 1st, 2nd, adventure Husker has to over- tions like The Cattle Business and 3rd place for best use of lights a come fears and learn to trust in Weekly, Tri-State Livestock himself and others. News, Nebraska Farmer and nd theme, sponsored by the In this fun and wonderfully Progressive Cattleman. Husker Black Hills Roundup Ag Committee. illustrated story, children will the Mule series is her first chil- learn the importance of brav- dren’s books. ery, self-confidence and taking Illustrator Teri McTighe grew adventures – big or small. The up on a ranch in western South book is based on an actual Dakota, where she rode and Send in your Parade of Lights real-life mule that belongs to trained horses while working the author’s family and is illus- with her Dad’s pride herd of trated in watercolor by western Hereford cows. She became entries for Light Up the Night 2018! artist Teri McTighe of Faith, interested in art early in life S.D. It consists of 16 pages and thanks to her mom who is also is sold in paperback for $11.95. an artist. This Years Theme: You can find it and the first two When she is not working on books in the Husker the Mule her art, Teri still works with series at the Olive Branch or horses and cattle on the family A Hometown Christmas the Cenex Travel Plaza in Belle ranch. She has always had a Fourche or Amazon.com. special love for the personal- Vallery-Mills grew up on a ities, sensitivity, and motion Deadline for entry: November 20th. ranch near Nisland, S.D. where of horses and for fine detail in she, her husband Brian and all her work. All of the art Teri Entry is free and open to all. daughter Kimber operate a creates is free-hand. See more Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, sponsored by Black Hills Roundup Ag Committee. cattle feeding facility alongside of her artwork at the family ranch. She has spent www.artoutofnowhere.com.

8:30am Saturday Clarification From Nov. 8th Beacon Tool Sale November 17 Electrical inventory • Extension cords • Milwaukee heavy duty corded drills • Dewalt cordless drills • Routers • Hobart welder • Drill press • Joiner/planer • Saws- Trim • Reciprocating • Sawzall • Jig • circular • Miter • Stationary Table Saw • Blades • All sizes of Clamps • Spindle sander • Pipe Heater • Air Compressor • Roto Zip and extension kit • Precision drawing set • Auto leveling system. Woodworking inventory • router • bits • depth gauges • bench cookies • Gyros power Rotory tool • drawer puller guide • Kreg Jig Master system • Feather boards • kreg screws • all sizes of bits • Snap depth • Ladders • Heavy duty moving cart • Small hand tools • Too many small items to name! In Shop at 612 Summit St. Belle Fourche Knives Sharpened Professionally Scissors • Hunting Knives • Kitchen etc. Clarification: The information in the last issue of the Beacon had the correct address- Reshape Broken Tips •Sorry, no serrated edges es and description of the BF Board of Eduction’s recent property acquisition. The photo used included the CIT building and the aqua colored home, (1114 10th Ave) and also showed the 1116 10th Avenue property. 1116 10th Avenue was not purchased by Razor Sharp! the school. A more accurate photo of acquired property is shown here (Corner of 10th Ron Parrish, Spearfish, SD 605•641•6468 and Kingsbury Loop 1 block north of CIT building). It is impossible to show the acquired property and the CIT building in same photo without seeing the other property. Belle Fourche Beacon SPORTS Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018 A-5 7-8th Girls Basketball Begins The 8th grade girls basketball team played Sundance at home -Day ONLY! Nov 12, 2018. Belle won 51-2 1 and led at all the Qtr. breaks, 14-0, 33-2, and 44-2. Belle was led by Dylan Stedillie with 14 points, followed by Chloe Crago added 12, Grace Clooten 10, Tia Williamson 7, Charlie Henwood 6, and Presley Fischer with 2. MM Stedillie had two- 3 pointers and 600 National St., Belle Fourche, SD Tia Williamson added one. CeCe 605-892-4330 The girls played at Newell on Nov. 8, 2018. Suiting up for TH broncs were Tia Williamson, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16 Good ONLY at Lynn’s Dakotamart in Belle Fourche! Grace Clooten, Charlie Hen- wood, Dylan Stedillie, Chloe Sold Sold Crago, Halle Eaton, Tori Brill, Whole In Whole In The Bag! The Bag! and Presley Fischer. 10 lb. Avg. 10 lb. Avg. Belle won the contest 52-21. Grace Clooten led the scoring with 15 points. Chloe Crago had $ 14, and Charlie Henwood 10. $ 49 99 lb. Belle 18 34 44 52 lb. 1 Newell 0 11 16 21 Dakotamart Pride 3 Bone-In Pork 8th grade girls team also includes: Tayrah Tanska, Ayden Boneless Sirloin Top Shoulder Roast Kummer, Jessica Dudley, Chey- USDA Choice Beef Smithfield All Natural Sold Sold In enne Shiffrar, Brynn Walker, Whole In 2.5 lb. Coach for the girls is Kyle Ryan. The Bag! Bag! * * * 15 lb. Avg. The Belle Fourche 7th grade girls’ basketball team was out- $ $ scored 7-0 in the 4th quarter of 79 99 lb. ea. $ their game in Newell on Thurs- 99 day, November 8th, and that 2 3 ea. ended up being the difference as Boneless Bottom Boneless Skinless 6 the Broncs fell to the Irrigators Round Rump Roast Chicken Breasts Bakery Fresh Muffins by a final of 23-16. Dakotamart Pride, USDA Choice Beef Open Acres, Frozen Select 9 ct. The score was tied 4-4 after one quarter and Belle held Sold Sold Whole In Whole In a slight 12-10 advantage at the The Bag! The Bag! Wine& Sampling half, but Newell took over after 10 lb. Avg. 8 lb. Avg. with Cheese Prairie BerryPairing Winery the break. & Dimock Cheese! Mataya Ward led the 4-6pm Broncs in scoring with four $ $ points. Six of her teammates had 79 69 South two points apiece. lb. lb. Dakota’s Belle Fourche used a Dakotamart Pride 2 Smithfield 1 balanced scoring attack to defeat Boneless Sirloin Tip Boneless Pork Sirloins Sundance 35-21 in a 7th grade USDA Choice Beef All Natural girls’ basketball game in Belle Fourche on Monday. The Broncs led 18-13 at half- Sold In time and outscored the Bull- Valupaks! $ 99 dogs 17-8 after the break . Avery 3 lb. Cherveny and Mataya Ward Cheddar, Colby & Colby Jack had eight points each to lead the $ $ Broncs’ offensive charge. Han- 99 69 Random lb. $ nah Kirksey and Lorelei Seaman ea. 99 Weights Dakotamart Pride 2 Our Family 2 lb. Cut To added four points apiece. Sloan 4 Order! Young scored three points in ad- 90% Lean Ground Chuck Summer Sausage Pepper Jack dition to some excellent defense USDA Choice Beef 9 oz. & Smoked Cheddar down the stretch. We reserve the right to limit quantities, items to stock on hand, correct printing, typographical & photographical errors and not all items are available in all stores. BFHS Girl’s and Boy’s Soccer Teams Award Night Held November 6th Molly Ryan and Josiah Trimble Receive All-State Soccer Honors Tami Ryan they played well. Varsity letters was named the Most Coachable. Special to the Beacon and pins were handed out along Molly Ryan was named to the with several team awards. SDHSAA First Team All State BFHS girls and boys soccer Molly Ryan was named the along with Academic All State teams awards night was held team MVP. Bree Pierce and honors. Molly Ryan and Sa- Tuesday, November 6 at the Savannah Rosales were named vannah Rosales were named to South Park lunchroom. Coach Top Defensive players and the Black Hills All Conference Kyle Parks congratulated the Laney Brill was named the Top team and Bree Pierce and Laney girls on a good season. He told Offensive Player. Makenna Brill were named Honorable ALL-STATE SOCCER HONORS- Molly Ryan was 1st Team the girls he was very proud of Ward was recognized for her Mention for the Black Hills All All-State and Josiah Trimble was All-State Honorable Mention their hard work and he thought Leadership and Jaymie Peterson Conference Team.

BOYS SOCCER- L to R Barak Minor, Ethan Jones, John Baxendale, Josiah Trimble, Landon Thompson, Dalton Mace, Cruz Kellem. Jim Trimble was shared by senior defense- Special to the Beacon men Dalton Mace and Kendal Schreier. The boys also voted The 2018 Belle Fourche for their MVP and selected Broncs boys soccer team re- Thompson. cently held their annual awards Thompson and Schreier were ceremonies. The Broncs honored by being chosen to finished their season with a first the South Dakota High School round playoff loss to Vermillion Left to Right: Molly Ryan, Savannah Rosales, Jaymie Peterson, Makenna Ward, Bree Pierce Activities Association All- Ac- and finished the year 3-8-2. ademic team. These awards The first group of awards were go to seniors who excel in the given out by the Bronc coaches classroom along with their par- which included defensive player ticipation in their sports. of the year senior Landon Thompson, Schreier, and Mace Thompson. Thompson, the were chosen to the All Black Bronc goal keeper for the past Hills Conference squad and 3 years, kept his team in many senior Michael Leverington games this year with great saves and junior Cruz Kellem, both especially on penalty kicks. defenders, were Honorable Junior forward Barak Minor Mention. received the offensive player of Sophomore midfielder Josiah the year as he was the lead- Trimble was selected to the ing scorer for the Broncs and South Dakota High School Ac- scored the game winner against tivities Association All- State A Groton with a header that team as Honorable Mention. secured Belle’s position in the The Broncs will miss the four playoffs. John Baxendale, also graduating seniors, but will a junior, was given the breakout have a good nucleus of experi- player of the year award for his enced players with a good mix improvement and hustle on the of younger players ready to step pitch. The coaches handed out up and contribute next season. Left to Right: Molly Ryan, Jaymie Peterson, Laney Brill, Savannah Rosales their selections for MVP which Belle Fourche Beacon Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018 A-6 From Page A1 AMENDMENTS Amendment Z: Approved- Yes 62% No 38% Initiated Measure 24: An initiated measure prohibiting contributions to ballot question committees by non-residents, out-of-state political commit- tees, and entities that are not filed with the Secretary of State. IM 24: Approved 56% to 44% Initiated Measure 25: An initiated measure increasing the state tobacco tax and creat- ing a postsecondary technical institute fund for the purposes of lowering student tuition and providing financial support to the state postsecondary techni- cal institutes. IM 25 was not approved. Yes 45% - No 55%. The vote totals in Butte County on these ballot issues mirrored the statewide tallies almost indentically. Of all the ballot intitiatives the one that drew the most attention was IM 25, the proposed tabac- co tax to fund postsecondary technical institutes. There were a total of 331,109 ballots cast. The ballot issue that drew the least response was Amendment X with 308,024 ballots cast. From Page A1 PENCE thankfulness for all who at- tended the rally. She said she was excited that Pence was in attendance and told a story about the first time she met him as a brand-new U. S. Represen- tative from South Dakota and Pence was a Congressman from Indiana. “We were taking a break during a session and I went into the kitchen area,” said Noem. “There was Mike Pence making peanut butter sandwiches for all the congressmen.” When Pence took the podium he was greeted with loud cheers of those gathered. “Elections are about a choice,” he stated. “And friends don’t let friends vote alone. So go get a friend and go vote tomorrow.” He also said that if people were inclined to bow the head and bend the knee, he knew that prayers would be appreciat- Tri-State Museum to offer Theatre Piece on One ed by both Noem and all the candidates. of the West’s First Doctors: Flora Stanford “There is more that unites than Museum theatre is a special Tri-State Museum and Visitor divides,” said Pence. “The art form that involves using the- Center to offer museum theatre sweetest words I’ve heard are, atrical techniques in a museum piece on Flora Stanford ‘I’m praying for you.’ And we setting, with topics that general- The Tri-State will offer a will always be One Nation Un- ly relate to the museum’s collec- special museum piece on one of der God with justice and liberty tions. Performers often appear the west’s first women doctors: for all.” Deadwood’s Flora Stanford. in an exhibit that relates to their It will take place on Sat. character, so the performances Nov. 17 at 2 p.m. and will be are not on a formal stage but can performed by area actress and be at any place in the museum playwright Charlotte Fladmoe. itself. This piece and others It has a running time of approx- like it may be added to the Tri- imately 25 minutes. Audience State’s programming during the members can converse with the summer tourist months. actress and with the production’s The Museum and Visitor writer, Kristi Thielen, after the Center is located at 415 Fifth performance. Ave. in Belle Fourche. For more Admission is $2 or free with information call 605-723-1200. museum membership. Tri-State Museum November Family Fun Day November Family Fun Day, by Wendi Silvano and a take “Gobble, Gobble” features spe- home packet with puzzle, games cial appearance by a live turkey and info about turkeys for each The Tri-State Museum and child. Visitor Center will hold a Family Special guest at the event Fun Day on Sunday, November will be a live turkey, which has 18 at 2 p.m. The event is entitled been raised specifically for their “Gobble, Gobble” and will be all appearance at this Family Fun about turkeys Day, by Amelia Moore and her The day will include a kids’ daughter, Veronica. power point about the turkey, Admission is $2 per person or Thanksgiving crafts, a drawing free with membership. For reser- GRAND OPENINGS- The Belle Fourche Chamber of Commerce held two recent ribbon for the book, “Turkey Trouble,” vations call 605-723-1200. cuttings. The first (above) was at the October 20th re-oepening of the Family Dollar Store located at 1820 5th Avenue. The store recently completed a renovation. Pictured in the Tri-State Museum Announces Auditions for “The center is store manager Jada Udager. (Beacon Photo) The second recent ribbon-cutting (below) was Nov.1st, at Lost Creek Creations located in Christmas Goose” November 19-20 the same building as American West. Owners Adam Burgess & Ashley Manganello cut the Auditions to be held for Tri- required; actors will read cold ribbon. Photo Courtesy Deb Elliot State Performers holiday play from the script. “The Christmas Goose” Rehearsals are Sun.-Thurs. 6 The Tri-State Performers, the to 7:30 p.m. beginning Nov. museum theatre of the Tri-State 25th. Not all actors come will hold auditions for its holi- to every rehearsal until pro- day play on Mon. Nov. 19 and duction week. The play will Tues., Nov. 20 from 6-7:30 be performed Fri., Dec. p.m. 14 and Sat. Dec. 15 at 7 The play is p.m. each night. entitled “The Actors will learn about Christmas Goose,” Norwegian Christmas and is a short customs and the history comedy about a Norwe- of 1915. They will gian-American family, set in also learn Norwegian stage 1915. There are 5-6 roles accents. for students in grades For more information, call 3-8. No theatre experience is 605-723-1200. the new Gubernatorial leadership RACES Page A1 with a 60-10 Republican majority and Wyatt Osthus. Turbiville who in the House and 30-5 advantage passed away recently remained in the State Senate. The legisla- on the ballot. As a winning vote ture convenes the first Tues. after getter his replacement will be the first Mon. in Jan. of each year. appointed by newly elected The first session following an Governor. election of members is 40 legisla- These area legislators will go tive days and the second year 35 to the Statehouse in Pierre the legislative days. second week of January to join Belle Fourche Beacon Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018 A-7

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From the Editor Clothes that don’t match. hood, turned to The volume of a TV during Anything Left in the Barrel? By: Doug Cole Wayne Gilbert and sporting events. In this issue of the Beacon voters. I’m confident when he with 3 two barrel carbu- said, “How am I The position or alignment of there is an obituary for John got “Home” he heard his Master retors suggested Wayne supposed to fix it? bathroom fixture components. Timmer. John was the father of say for the life John lived, take it down the street to I don’t even know The correct setting of a ther- local educator Jana Bastian. “Well done good and faithful John Siefert. what’s wrong with mostat. In the early 1980’s I had the servant!” The pair climbed into it.”, and went back * * * pleasure of serving in the South Well done John Timmer. the Impala and bare- to work on the car Take time while time lasts. Dakota legislature at the same * * * ly able to pull itself he had in his shop. There is no time when time is time as John Timmer. We were I was recently told a story they chugged and sputtered to *** Rumor has past. (An oft heard Nachtigal- together on the House Com- about an auto and truck repair- John’s. it that Mike and Vern voted ism) merce Committee. John was a man who lived and worked in It took no small amount absentee here, then left town to * * * resource for information about Belle Fourche years ago named of convincing, but John, who go help out elsewhere with this The permanent temptation of the insurance industry and a John Siefert. did not ever appreciate being past week’s election. life is to confuse dreams with “walking encyclopedia” of John was a “go to” guy when interrupted in the middle of his We haven’t been able to reality. knowledge on that subject (and younger “wanna bee’s” couldn’t work, reluctantly came out to confirm, but from the news,we The permanent defeat in life many others) and a sharing, make things work. see what was up. suspect they were either in Flor- only comes when those dreams reliable source for a legislator It was a young whipper snap- He commanded Wayne to ida, Mississippi, or Arizona. are surrendered to reality. some 20+ years younger than per named Wayne Gilbert who “get in and fire it up”. (Mike and Vern are fictional * * * he. one late summer day in 1967 The engine again bucked and characters. Any resemblance What does a team roper have I witnessed first hand the pulled into South Side Stan- shook, spewing out excess fuel to anyone past or present, or in common with a medium frustration he had with “old dard (corner of 5th & National for the fancy carburetor’s and affiliation to any political party pizza? boy” legislators who were there Streets) with his 1962 Chevy seemed to readying itself for a is purely coincidental.) Neither can quite feed a fami- sometimes simply to fill chairs. SS. The SS was an Impala with possible explosion and fire. * * * ly of four. A frustration that led John a 300 hp 327 with three deuces John hands on his hips hol- These things are okay to * * * Timmer to champion the cause (carburetors). It came choking lered, “Shut ‘er down” complain or argue about in As you get ready to travel by of “term limits”. in the drive sounding like it Wayne finally asked, “Well a marriage, but in your best air keep this story in mind: He was the leader of the suc- had a bad case of “engine” flu. John what do you think?”, and, interest probably not with your A vulture got onto an cessful effort to make it law in Spitting, sputtering, and chok- “can you fix it?” spouse: airliner dragging two dead South Dakota. His motivation ing along, the “on staff” me- John, concerned look on A vehicle that only needs fu- raccoons. The flight attendant was to sweep out the stagnation chanic of Southside described his face and hands on his hips eling when you need to drive it. stopped him saying “I’m sorry, and keep representative democ- it as “sounding like a sick lawn looked long and concerned The unnecessary inclusion of sir, only one carrion allowed per racy in the rightful hands of the mower”, and not being familiar for a minute, than closed the coconut in cakes and cookies. passenger.” Belle Fourche Beacon Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018 A-8

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Load up on Batteries and Giveaways Light Bulbs for the LIGHT BULBS Great HANES holidays! Huge Selection StockingBoys & Girls Hanes Briefs, T-Shirts, Camis & Socks of Assorted Varieties Stuffers! South Hwy 85 Belle Fourche 605.892.4309 Mon.-Sat. 9am-6pm Sun. Noon-5pm Be There When the Work’s All Done Featured Top Area Talent sion. were very pleased with the Following the “show” set event, but not quite satisfied.” they played additional tunes for George said “he plans to make the dancing pleasure of the au- it an annual event, and do even dience and local “two steppers” better next time.” glided across the dance floor. We’ll offer a guarantee: when The event put on to “honor next time they come around you the traditions of the ranching won’t want to miss it! way of life” was a benefit to raise funds for the Black Hills Round- up’s Chutes for Charity”. Cowboys Too! owner, George Wilson, and ON STAGE - Left to right: Chet Murray, Chuck Larson, Chutes for Charity’s Barb William- right hand son, Boyd Bristol, Chute’s Lorrie Kimball, Paul Larson, Kenny Putnam and Robert Dennis assistant Mi- Last Friday night, whether you lead of singer/guitar player Paul humor of Robert Dennis. Their chelle Evans had your work all done or not, Larson “waltzed across” an hour talents and tales alone were more said, “They you should have attended the long set of Western favorites. than worth the price of admis- “When the Works All Done This Larson served with admirable Fall” doings at the Belle Fourche excellence in the role of leader Community Hall. We refer to it singer/lead guitar and occasion- as a “doings” because just about al yodeler, and if you’ve never every kind of cowboy music, heard Kenny Putnam play you stories, humor, dancing, and won’t truly know what it means other type of “doings” you can to see the “best there is” at imagine was going. something. The crowd in attendance went Boyd Bristow’s strength of away talking about how “thor- range was pleasure to the senses oughly they enjoyed the eve- as he delighted the audience. ning”, and truly were astonished They were then treated to the at the high caliber, high quality sound of “Willie Nelson’s voice” TODAY, November 15th, 5:30PM - 8:00PM performance they saw. Any when Chet Murray leaned into stage that lines up Kenny Put- the microphone and took his turn nam, Paul Larson, Boyd Bristow, at first chair crooning. and Chet Murray to perform on it Not only was the stage New Arrivals, 50% OFF Retail Clearance Rack, Yummy Treats & Beverages is no less than tremendous. The covered with “Hall of Fame” Golden throated and guitar pick- musicians those in attendance, ing Bristow, and fiddle “virtuo- in another vane, had their funny Bring 4 nonperishable food items so” Kenny Putnam, and, always bones tickled to the ultimate by or 1 NEW unwrapped Christmas gift... on the beat bassist Chet Murray, the comical genius of Chuck along with guidance from the Larson and the home-spun receive 15% OFF Total purchase Belle Fourche Beacon Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018 B-1

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Cattle Report - Friday, November 9, 2018 Over 6000 Hd Maycock, William P, Gillette WY ...... 12 ...... B/R Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 479 . $151.00 Lots Of Buyers - Market A Little Softer Due To Lower Board Of Trade Mcnenny Ranch Inc, Sturgis SD ...... 14 ...... Char Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 657 . $142.50 NEWELL SHEEP YARDS Next Sale -November 16th - Spring Calf Special - 9am Start Millar Ranch Inc, St Onge SD...... 14 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 597 . $158.50 1-800-409-4149 • 605-456-2348 1-800-409-4149FAX: 605-456-2436 • 605-456-2348 - November 17th - Bred Cow Special - 10am Start Millar Ranch Inc, St Onge SD...... 27 ...... Herf Str Bt, Pc ...... 537 . $157.00 FAX: 605-456-2436 Thank You For Marketing With St Onge Livestock! ~ Barney Barnes ~ ~ Gilbert Wood ~ Millar Ranch Inc, St Onge SD...... 10 ...... Herf Str Bt, Pc ...... 432 . $163.00 Sheep Yards Mgr. Fieldman Feeder Calves 605-641-2333 605-456-2400 Millar Ranch Inc, St Onge SD...... 17 ...... Bbld Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 561 . $142.00 605-641-7100 Schell Long Pine Ranch, Capitol MT ...... 60 ...... Str Bt, Pc ...... 595 . $165.25 Schell Long Pine Ranch, Capitol MT ...... 90 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 588 . $165.25 Nelson, Blade, Hulett WY ...... 51 ...... Blk Hfr Bt ...... 600 . $138.00 Auctioneer: Auctioneer: Tanner Hewitt Cody Tupper Schell Long Pine Ranch, Capitol MT ...... 23 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 472 . $191.50 Nelson, Blade, Hulett WY ...... 19 ...... Blk Hfr Bt ...... 519 . $153.00 605-490-7952 605-569-3589 Schell Long Pine Ranch, Capitol MT ...... 23 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 507 . $153.00 Nelson, Don, Spearfish SD...... 33 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 616 . $166.00 Paulsen, Mitch Or Kelly, Custer SD ...... 7 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 581 . $164.00 Paulsen, Mitch Or Kelly, Custer SD ...... 55 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 485 . $194.00 Nelson, Don, Spearfish SD...... 14 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 478 . $183.00 Sheep Report - November 8, 2018 Paulsen, Mitch Or Kelly, Custer SD ...... 12 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 382 . $225.00 Nelson, Don, Spearfish SD...... 20 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 475 . $164.50 Geis , James R, Aladdin WY ...... 36 ...... Bld Str Bt, Pc ...... 519 . $182.50 Olson, Doug Or Fern, Newell SD ...... 32 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 669 . $155.50 Feeder Lambs Over 70# Sold $8 to $10 Higher, Under 70# Sold $5 Lower Holst, Gary , Baker MT ...... 80 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 557 . $166.00 Packard, Gary Or Sue, Arvada WY ...... 28 ...... Bbld Hfr Bt ...... 400 . $172.00 Holst, Gary , Baker MT ...... 33 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 446 . $195.00 Slaughter Ewes Sodl $3 To $4 Higher Holst, Gary , Baker MT ...... 73 ...... Bbld Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 530 . $150.00 Policky Revoc Trust, Ivan F, Upton WY ...... 65 ...... Bbld Str Bt ...... 485 . $191.00 Holst, Gary , Baker MT ...... 40 ...... Bbld Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 432 . $173.50 Policky Revoc Trust, Ivan F, Upton WY ...... 86 ...... B/R Str Bt ...... 350 . $226.00 Humbracht Bros, Camp Crook SD ...... 82 ...... B/Ch Str Bt, Pc ...... 657 . $167.00 Reinke Properties, Sheridan WY ...... 10 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 667 . $155.50 Next Sale - November 15th - Replacement Ewe & Feeder Lamb Special Humbracht Bros, Camp Crook SD ...... 24 ...... B/Ch Str Bt, Pc ...... 640 . $163.00 Reinke Properties, Sheridan WY ...... 9 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 429 . $199.00 - Expecting 2000 Feeder Lambs, 500 Replacement Ewes & 20 Breeding Bucks Humbracht Bros, Camp Crook SD ...... 28 ...... B/Ch Str Bt, Pc ...... 583 . $166.00 Humbracht Bros, Camp Crook SD ...... 99 ...... B/Ch Str Bt, Pc ...... 559 . $166.00 Reinke Properties, Sheridan WY ...... 57 ...... Bbld Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 583 . $143.50 Thank You For Your Business! Humbracht Bros, Camp Crook SD ...... 10 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 449 . $188.00 Reinke Properties, Sheridan WY ...... 19 ...... Bbld Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 465 . $162.50 Monnens & Elshere, Hulett WY ...... 70 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 590 . $166.50 Schlecht, Kirby, Whitewood SD ...... 18 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 731 . $148.50 Monnens & Elshere, Hulett WY ...... 22 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 499 . $186.00 Feeder Lambs Tarver, Rueben, Gillette WY ...... 59 ...... Bbld Str Bt ...... 473 . $189.00 Monnens & Elshere, Hulett WY ...... 76 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 541 . $153.25 Nelson, Larry Or Sandra, Buffalo SD ...... 275 .....Lambs ...... 99 . $154.00 Tarver, Rueben, Gillette WY ...... 29 ...... Bbld Str Bt ...... 409 . $214.00 Monnens & Elshere, Hulett WY ...... 15 ...... B/R Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 464 . $165.00 Nelson, Larry Or Sandra, Buffalo SD ...... 110 .....Ewe Lambs .... 89 . $169.00 1200 Ranch Llc, Ashland MT ...... 79 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 561 . $169.75 Tarver, Rueben, Gillette WY ...... 10 ...... Bbld Hfr Bt ...... 465 . $170.00 Nelson, Larry Or Sandra, Buffalo SD ...... 95 .....Lambs ...... 74 . $189.00 1200 Ranch Llc, Ashland MT ...... 28 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 485 . $193.00 Vivian, Chad, Ashland MT ...... 53 ...... Bbld Str Bt ...... 584 . $154.50 1200 Ranch Llc, Ashland MT ...... 40 ...... Bbld Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 517 . $149.00 Richards, Duane, Hammond MT ...... 83 .....Lambs ...... 97 . $156.00 Vivian, Chad, Ashland MT ...... 11 ...... Bbld Str Bt ...... 468 . $167.00 Anderson, Monroe, Malta MT ...... 29 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 457 . $189.50 Richards, Duane, Hammond MT ...... 302 .....Lambs ...... 79 . $176.00 Anderson, Monroe, Malta MT ...... 11 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 403 . $213.00 Watsabaugh Land & Livestock, Gillette WY ...... 73 ...... Blk Str Bt ...... 591 . $156.00 Baumgarten, Bill, Rapid City SD ...... 24 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 684 . $151.00 Watsabaugh Land & Livestock, Gillette WY ...... 14 ...... Blk Str Bt ...... 501 . $184.00 Richards, Duane, Hammond MT ...... 76 .....Lambs ...... 64 . $201.00 Baumgarten, Bill, Rapid City SD ...... 9 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 615 . $160.00 Watsabaugh Land & Livestock, Gillette WY ...... 42 ...... Blk Hfr Bt ...... 523 . $144.50 Basel, Tammy, Union Center SD ...... 103 .....Lambs ...... 74 . $181.00 Baumgarten, Bill, Rapid City SD ...... 14 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 647 . $134.50 Mcdaniel, Bill, Philip SD ...... 29 .....Lambs ...... 104 . $142.00 Baumgarten, Bill, Rapid City SD ...... 8 ...... Bbld Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 565 . $135.00 Beach Farms Inc, Ekalaka MT ...... 87 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 562 . $159.00 Friday - November 16, 2018 King, Marvin, Newell SD ...... 25 .....Lambs ...... 74 . $183.00 Beach Farms Inc, Ekalaka MT ...... 45 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 487 . $166.00 Spring Calf Special Davis, Jim L., Boyes MT ...... 88 .....Lambs ...... 89 . $161.00 Beach Farms Inc, Ekalaka MT ...... 8 ...... Mix Str Bt, Pc ...... 413 . $185.00 10:00 AM - Calves Davis, Jim L., Boyes MT ...... 32 .....Lambs ...... 71 . $177.00 Brown, George T, Dodson MT ...... 54 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 572 . $158.25 BT – Branding Time Shots PC – PreCondition Shots DF – Drug Free NI- No Implants Brown, George T, Dodson MT ...... 31 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 508 . $176.00 Stranberg, Reid & Stacy, Newell SD ...... 30 .....Lambs ...... 65 . $192.00 Brown, George T, Dodson MT ...... 13 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 457 . $178.00 Calves Capp, Callie, Faith SD ...... 42 .....Lambs ...... 64 . $206.00 Crago Land & Livestock – 850 Blk & Bldy Strs & Hfrs – 500-625# - Bt, Pc, Brown, George T, Dodson MT ...... 55 ...... B/R Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 507 . $150.50 Lazy Vc Kelly Ranch Inc, Faith SD ...... 52 .....Lambs ...... 99 . $142.50 Brown, George T, Dodson MT ...... 6 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 455 . $168.00 DF – Hfrs Replacement Quality Randall, Jackee, Broadus MT ...... 23 .....Lambs ...... 116 . $127.00 Carson, Orville R & Ronna J, Arvada WY ...... 43 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 590 . $159.50 Robert Dehaan – 180 Blk Strs – 550-625# - Bt, Df Carson, Orville R & Ronna J, Arvada WY ...... 22 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 499 . $183.00 - 110 Blk Hfrs – 500-575# - Bt, Df Tom Owen – 280 Mostly Blk Strs – 450-550# - Bt, Pc Slaughter Ewes Carson, Orville R & Ronna J, Arvada WY ...... 45 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 572 . $140.00 Burke, Pat Or Ronna, Newell SD...... 7 ..... Ewe ...... 166 ... $56.00 Carson, Orville R & Ronna J, Arvada WY ...... 21 ...... Bbld Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 490 . $150.00 Hansen & Son – 200 Angus Strs – 525-625# - Bt, Pc, Ni Rick & Tim Klevin – 150 Blk Strs & Hfrs – 475-600# - Bt, Pc Carson, Waylon, Arvada WY ...... 17 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 508 . $170.00 Johnson Sheep & Cattle Llc, Belle Fourche SD .... 10 ..... Ewe ...... 187 ... $56.00 Mike Elmore – 150 Blk Strs – 550-575# - Bt, Pc, Poured Johnson Sheep & Cattle Llc, Belle Fourche SD ...... 8 ..... Ewe ...... 217 ... $49.00 Carson, Waylon, Arvada WY ...... 21 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 430 . $179.00 Jason Garman – 120 Blk Strs & Hfrs – 525-575# - Bt, Pc, Ni Carson, Waylon, Arvada WY ...... 26 ...... B/R Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 422 . $141.00 Bob & Julie Shepperson – 100 Blk Strs – 450-500# - Bt, Ni, All Nat Lawson, Don, Flasher ND ...... 16 ..... Ewe ...... 182 ... $56.00 Cotton, Matt, Gillette WY ...... 14 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 664 . $147.00 Russiff Lazy Pk Ranch – 100 Blk Strs – 625-650# - Bt, Pc Lawson, Don, Flasher ND ...... 10 ..... Ewe ...... 166 ... $51.00 Davis, Douglas Or Julia, Belle Fourche SD ...... 89 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 582 . $168.00 Spear E Ranch – 100 Mostly Strs – 600-650# - Bt, Pc, Ni Davis, Douglas Or Julia, Belle Fourche SD ...... 25 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 478 . $191.00 Francis Taylor – 100 Red & Blk Strs & Hfrs – 475-550# - Bt Rafter L Ranch Inc, Kaycee WY ...... 15 ..... Ewe ...... 135 ... $50.00 Davis, Douglas Or Julia, Belle Fourche SD ...... 45 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 531 . $148.50 Jeremy & Gerald Cook – 100 Blk Strs & Hfrs – 450-525# - Bt, Pc Reculusa, Joseph, Kaycee WY ...... 42 ..... Ewe ...... 129 ... $50.00 Davis, Douglas Or Julia, Belle Fourche SD ...... 13 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 470 . $164.00 WW Thompson & Sons – 100 Blk Strs – 625-675# - Bt, Pc Richards, Duane, Hammond MT ...... 14 ..... Ewe ...... 134 ... $50.00 Davis, George & Or Linda, Camp Crook SD ...... 64 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 642 . $159.00 Ray Smith – 98 Blk Strs & Hfrs 550-600# - Bt, Pc, Ni Davis, George & Or Linda, Camp Crook SD ...... 6 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 534 . $168.00 Dustin Vining – 90 Blk & Herf – Strs & Hfrs – 600-650# - Bt, Pc Talcott, Duane, Hammond MT ...... 16 ..... Ewe ...... 174 ... $56.00 Davis, George & Or Linda, Camp Crook SD ...... 55 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 593 . $140.00 Wacey Snook – 85 Blk & Red Strs & Hfrs – 550-600# - Bt, Pc, Df Slaughter Bucks Davis, George & Or Linda, Camp Crook SD ...... 8 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 503 . $155.50 Derrick Dehaan – 80 Char & Red Strs – 500-600# - Bt, Pc Capp Brothers, Nisland SD ...... 5 .....Buck ...... 262 ... $50.00 Dead Horse Creek Cattle Co, Llc, Buffalo WY ...... 22 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 334 . $186.00 Matt & Chris Pzinski – 80 Blk Strs – 600-650# - Bt, Pc, Ni Dead Horse Creek Cattle Co, Llc, Buffalo WY ...... 44 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 351 . $184.00 Lyle Hartshorn – 70 Blk Strs & Hfrs – 500-600# - Bt, Ni Stark, Ryan Or Allison, Vale SD ...... 4 .....Buck ...... 287 ... $50.00 Dillinger& Allison, Gillette WY ...... 46 ...... Herf Str Bt, Pc ...... 524 . $162.00 Riley & Jimmie Kammerer – 70 Blk Strs & Hfrs – 500-600# - Bt, Pc Dillinger& Allison, Gillette WY ...... 8 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 510 . $184.00 Matt Borchgrevink – 65 Red & Blk Strs & Hfrs – 550-600# - Bt, Pc, Poured Upcoming Sheep Sale 2018 Draine, Larry, Boyes MT ...... 29 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 707 . $153.00 Connie Woodward – 60 Blk Strs & Hfrs – 400-500# - Bt, Pc NOVEMBER 15th – REPLACEMENT EWE & FEEDER LAMBS – Selling All Classes of Sheep & Goats Draine, Larry, Boyes MT ...... 29 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 584 . $165.00 Dillinger & Allison – 60 Herf Hfrs – 400-550# - Bt, Pc NOVEMBER 22nd – NO SALE – HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Dungey, Wade, Aladdin WY ...... 13 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 628 . $147.50 Walter Gordon – 55 Blk & Bldy Strs & Hfrs – 550-600# - Bt NOVEMBER 29th – FEEDER LAMB SPECIAL – Selling All Classes of Sheep & Goats Dungey, Wade, Aladdin WY ...... 14 ...... Bbld Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 580 . $139.00 Nancy Fields – 50 Blk Moslty Strs – 500-650# - Bt, Pc, Weaned DECEMBER 6th – FEEDER LAMB SPECIAL – Selling All Classes of Sheep & Goats Dunning, Denny, Otter MT ...... 48 ...... Blk Str Bt .....636 . $151.00 JT Martin – 50 Blk Strs – 575-625# - Bt, Pc DECEMBER 13th – REGULAR SHEEP SALE – Selling All Classes of Sheep & Goats Dunning, Denny, Otter MT ...... 13 ...... Blk Str Bt .....530 . $170.00 Wacey Boylan – 50 Blk Strs & Hfrs – 500-625# - Bt, Pc Dunning, Denny, Otter MT ...... 18 ...... Blk Hfr Bt .....580 . $141.50 Allen Stirling – 40 Blk Strs & Hfrs – 500-525# - Bt, Pc NEWELL SHEEP YARDS Dunning, Denny, Otter MT ...... 12 ...... Blk Hfr Bt .....484 . $152.00 MT Consignment – 30 Blk Strs & Hfrs- 550-575# - Bt, Pc, Ni Thursday Erk, Paul, Newell SD ...... 85 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 564 . $166.50 Marvin Peterson – 22 Blk Strs & Hfrs – 550-650# - Bt, Pc November 15, 2018 Erk, Paul, Newell SD ...... 21 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 459 . $195.00 REPLACEMENT Ewe & Feeder Lamb SPECIAL Erk, Paul, Newell SD ...... 11 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 505 . $162.00 Plus More By Sale Time! 1:00pm Erk, Paul, Newell SD ...... 20 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 492 . $162.00 Expecting 2000 Lambs, 500 Replacement Ewes & 20 Falzerano, Warren C, Belle Fourche SD ...... 38 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 544 . $149.00 Breeding Bucks Falzerano, Warren C, Belle Fourche SD ...... 7 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 454 . $169.00 Saturday - November 17, 2018 REPLACEMENT EWES Gaer, David Or Leeann, Newell SD...... 49 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 584 . $163.50 Bred Cow & Weigh Up Special SD – 100 6 Yr Old Ewes – Open Gaer, David Or Leeann, Newell SD...... 11 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 512 . $176.00 SD – 40 5 Yr Old Ews Gaer, David Or Leeann, Newell SD...... 19 ...... Bbld Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 503 . $151.50 10:00 AM - Weigh Ups 12:00 Noon - Bred Cows Glade, Lila, Oelerichs SD ...... 36 ...... Mix Str Bt, Pc ...... 494 . $157.50 BT – Branding Time Shots PC – PreCondition Shots DF – Drug Free NI- No Implants BREEDING BUCKS Glade, Lila, Oelerichs SD ...... 34 ...... Mix Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 482 . $138.00 Halbmaier, Doug & Rolene, Aladdin WY ...... 3 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 810 . $149.00 Bred Cows SD – 10 Suffolk Bucks – Tested Halbmaier, Doug & Rolene, Aladdin WY ...... 16 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 711 . $150.50 SD – 4 Samms Bucks - Tested Troy Johnson – 100 Blk 3 Yr Old Cows – Bred Blk – 4/1 For 20 Days – Home Raised Halbmaier, Doug & Rolene, Aladdin WY ...... 7 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 690 . $138.50 Halbmaier, Doug & Rolene, Aladdin WY ...... 4 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 511 . $150.00 - 30 Blk 3 Yr Old Cows – Bred Blk – 4/21 For 40 Days – Home Raised Plus More By Sale Time! Hanson, Marian, Ashland MT ...... 46 ...... Bbld Str Bt ...... 581 . $157.25 Ryan XZ Ranch – 50 Blk Hfrs – Bred Haas Lbw Blk Angus – 3/1 Hanson, Marian, Ashland MT ...... 13 ...... Bbld Str Bt ...... 465 . $191.00 - 40 Blk 4 Yr To Solid – Bred Blk – 3/1 St Onge Livestock would like to announce a Brand New Receiving Station for the Hanson, Marian, Ashland MT ...... 26 ...... Bbld Hfr Bt ...... 501 . $153.00 - 40 Blk Short Term Cows –B Red Blk – 3/1 Gillette Area. It is on Northern Drive in Gillette. Call Doug Miller at 307-660-0960 Hanson, Marian, Ashland MT ...... 12 ...... Bbld Hfr Bt ...... 429 . $168.00 Randy Arpan – 60 Blk Hfrs – Bred Lbw Blk – 4/1 For 42 Days to let him know what is coming. You can unload all day every Thursday until Hayden, Ricky R & Jeanie B, Gillette WY ...... 27 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 592 . $161.50 4 pm. You can also call Justin Tupper at 605-680-0259 & he can let them know Heier, Iver J, Prairie City SD ...... 35 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 765 . $145.50 - 40 Blk Mxed Age Cows – Bred Blk – 4/1 For 42 Days your cattle are coming also. Heier, Iver J, Prairie City SD ...... 5 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 667 . $153.00 X – Ranch – 100 Blk Hfrs – Ai Bred Connelly Comrade – 2/10 Hoffman, Matt Or Jana, St Onge SD ...... 76 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 662 . $165.00 Don Jundt – 80 Blk Hfrs – Bred Lbw Blk – 3/15 For 45 Days – Fancy Hoffman, Matt Or Jana, St Onge SD ...... 13 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 543 . $169.50 Perino Ranch – 60 Blk Short Term Cows – Bred Char & Blk – 3/20 We also have a receiving station at the Broadus Yards, Broadus, MT. You can drop Johnston, Myron, Hammond MT ...... 59 ...... Bbld Str Bt, Pc ...... 573 . $168.50 - 10 Char Short Term Cows – Bred Red – 3/20 your cattle off every Thursday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. For more information, Johnston, Myron, Hammond MT ...... 23 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 491 . $189.00 call Brandy Escott at 406-951-1666, Tyler at 406-853-5690 or Justin Tupper at Johnston, Myron, Hammond MT ...... 50 ...... Bbld Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 549 . $148.25 Plus More By Sale Time! 605-680-0259. Johnston, Myron, Hammond MT ...... 23 ...... Blk Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 474 . $162.00 Jones, Rob, Ashland MT ...... 9 ...... Blk Str Bt ...... 616 . $154.50 2018 CATTLE SALES St Onge Livestock is looking for Jones, Rob, Ashland MT ...... 9 ...... Bbld Hfr Bt ...... 526 . $144.00 Friday November 16th – Spring Calf Special Sale Day Help. Komes, Timothy J, Sturgis SD ...... 40 ...... Bld Str Bt ...... 657 . $150.00 Komes, Timothy J, Sturgis SD ...... 27 ...... Herf Str Bt ...... 655 . $148.00 Saturday November 17th – Bred Cow & Weigh Up Special You can call the Office at Komes, Timothy J, Sturgis SD ...... 11 ...... Herf Str Bt ...... 555 . $155.50 Friday November 23rd – Happy Thanksgiving 605-642-2200 or Justin Tupper at 605-680-0259 Marchant, Deven, Sundance WY ...... 19 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 678 . $153.50 Saturday November 24th – Annual Thangsgiving Bred Heifer & Stock Cow Special Marchant, Deven, Sundance WY ...... 18 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 592 . $162.50 Friday November 30th – Spring Calf Special St. Onge Livestock Marchant, Deven, Sundance WY ...... 18 ...... B/R Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 623 . $140.00 Saturday December 1st – Weigh Up Special We are reps for Marchant, Deven, Sundance WY ...... 9 ...... B/R Hfr Bt, Pc ...... 548 . $142.75 December 7th – Weaned Calf Special – Selling All Classes Of Cattle SUPERIOR LIVESTOCK AUCTION Materi, Wanda, Gillette WY ...... 8 ...... Blk Str Bt, Pc ...... 716 . $151.00 December 14th – Spring Calf Special – Selling All Classes Of Cattle Video Auction Time is Coming up very, quickly - Maycock, William P, Gillette WY ...... 23 ...... B/R Str Bt, Pc ...... 525 . $160.00 December 21st – Bred Cow Special – Selling All Classes Of Cattle If you are considering filming your Calves or Yearlings for Fall Delivery Maycock, William P, Gillette WY ...... 20 ...... Herf Str Bt, Pc ...... 516 . $159.00 Thank You All For Your Business! 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High Quality Beef and chicken Full bar and wine list Tantalizing menu Full service outdoor patio Coldest beer in town Restaurant with seating for 110 Separate non-smoking event hall- 250 people capacity- Full bar Daily drink specials Prime Rib on Fridays and Saturdays Full service catering Event equipment rental Live entertainment Flexible meal planning catering menu Weekly happy hour with Appetizers and Drink Specials Black Hills Roundup Grounds Great soup Daily Receives “Best Footing” Award COLO SPRINGS, CO. –Every cash bonuses (ranging from year since the early 1990s the $350-$1,000), plaques and, at Women’s Professional Rodeo certain award levels, a pair of Association and Justin Brands Justin exotic boots. In addition, have honored rodeo committees names of each winner for each in each of the Glitz, Glam, and Rodeo Queens BEACON STAFF 12 circuits [email protected] that have went above It is the time of year where and beyond our local Cowboys and Cow- to ensure safe girls are fine tuning their tech- ground for niqueto prepare for the National the animal Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, Ne- athletes of vada, and that is certainly true rodeo, spe- for Miss Rodeo South Dakota cifically the Kay Marrs. barrel racing This past Saturday, November horses. 10th at the High Plains Western The Justin Heritage Center, Marrs had her Best Footing NFR sendoff party and trunk Awards® show where she displayed program was the fashions that she will be created when SURE FOOTING - Chalk up another award for the wearing during the Miss Rodeo Tom Feller, Black Hills Roundup as the WPRA has recognized America Contest Dec. 2 -9th. director of the Roundup crew for having the best footing in “It was a great turn out with event market- the Badlands Circuit. Photo by Phil Doyle all of the amazing people who ing for Justin have supported me along the Brands, approached the WPRA of the 12 circuits are put into a way,” said Marrs. about partnering on a program drawing for an addition $1,500 Marrs also did something a that would focus on the health bonus from Justin. The follow- little different by having some and well being of the animal ing rodeo committees will be of the local Rodeo Queens mod- athlete. Not only does the recognized at the WPRA Star el some of their favorite outfits program keep animal athletes Celebration in Las Vegas on that they have worn over their performing at the top level, but Dec. 6 at the South Point Hotel reign thus far. it also recognizes the hard work and Casino. Miss Jr. Black Hills Roundup and time rodeo committees put Congratulations to the follow- Kiara Brown wore a beautiful into making their ground as safe ing rodeo committees and the duster that can be worn casu- as possible for the barrel horse WPRA thanks you for making al or dressy, perfect for both A ROYAL SEND-OFF - Bottom Left: Addie Eastman, Black and all rodeo livestock. your ground safe and consistent. Rodeo Queens and any rodeo Hills Roundup Princess Remi Crago, Miss Days of ’76 Jor- Each year the WPRA mem- Badlands Circuit: spectators. dan Tierney, Jr Miss Black Hills Roundup Kiara Brown, Taylor bership recognizes the top First - Black Hills Round “I am glad that Kay asked me Fischer, Miss Black Hills Roundup Victoria Haag. Top Left three rodeo committees in all Roundup, Belle Fourche, SD to be a part of this big day and Miss Faith Stock Show Martina Loobey, Miss Rodeo South 12 circuits as well as the most Second - Sitting Bull Stam- I would like to wish Kay good Dakota Kay Marrs, Miss Perkins County Nautica Haag. improved ground committee in pede, Mobridge, SD luck in Las Vegas,” Brown said. each circuit, which puts forth Third - Crystal Springs Ro- Also present was Miss Days inspiration and very helpful to All of the visiting queens both the extra effort to ensure their deo, Clear Lake, SD of ’76 and Miss Rodeo South me in the short months since the past and present wish Kay the rodeo has the safest most con- Most Improved - Mandan Dakota 2019, Jordan Tierney to MRSD contest, and I know you best of luck, and they know she sistent ground possible for bar- Rodeo Days, Mandan, ND help cheer Kay on and model are going to do great in Vegas. will represent South Dakota rel racing. Committee awards Contributed by Ann Bleiker, her outfit. Show them what South Dakota well as she embarks on her final provided by Justin include WPRA “Kay, you have been such an girls can do,” Tierney told the journey of Miss Rodeo South gathering. Dakota. This next month Kay plans Kay would also like to say a on doing a lot of preparation thank you to family, personal The Good Stuff from Jim Thompson to make sure everything is just sponsors, and the Miss Rodeo The Good Stuff is heard on a 6-state network of radio stations twice each day in our area. Jim right for when she arrives in South Dakota board for all of Thompson takes motivational stories that listeners and readers send him and incorporates them Vegas. their support over the year. into the program. It has been on the air for more than 10 years. “The next few weeks I will be If anybody wants to follow studying a lot, fine tuning my Kay’s journey in Vegas feel free horsemanship patterns, and get- to follow the Miss Rodeo South Don’t Give Too Much For Your Whistle ting my speeches finalized for Dakota Face Book page along One of As I grew up, came into the If I see one fond of appear- the big week of competition,” with the Miss Rodeo America my favorite world, and observed the actions ance, or fine clothes, fine Marrs said. Face Book page. stories, told of men, I thought I met with houses, fine furniture, fine eq- on himself many, very many, who gave too uipages, all above his fortune, by Benjamin much for the whistle. for which he contracts debts, Franklin: When I saw one too ambitious and ends his career in a prison, When I was of court favor, sacrificing his “Alas!” say I, “he has paid dear, a child of time in attendance on levees, very dear, for his whistle.” seven years old, my friends, his repose, his liberty, his vir- When I see a beautiful on a holiday, filled my pocket tue, and perhaps his friends, to sweet-tempered girl married to with coppers. I went directly to attain it, I have said to myself, an ill-natured brute of a hus- a shop where they sold toys for this man gives too much for his band, “What a pity,” say I, “that children; and being charmed whistle. she should pay so much for a with the sound of a whistle, that When I saw another fond of whistle!” Kay’s guests enjoying some refreshments provided by the I met by the way in the hands popularity, constantly employ- In short, I conceive that great High Plains Western Heritage Center before they get a sneak of another boy, I voluntarily ing himself in political bustles, part of the miseries of man- peek of Kay’s contest fashions. offered and gave all my money neglecting his own affairs, and kind are brought upon them for one. I then came home, ruining them by that neglect, by the false estimates they and went whistling all over the “He pays, indeed,” said I, have made of the value Annual NFR Send-off house, much pleased with my “too much for his whistle.” of things, and by their whistle, but disturbing all the If I knew a miser, who giving too much for their family. My brothers, and sisters, gave up every kind of whistles. SetOnce again for the Black November Hills upcoming 100th Black16th Hills and cousins, understanding the comfortable living, all the Yet I ought to have Roundup committee will be Roundup, 2 tickets to the Days bargain I had made, told me I pleasure of doing good to charity for these unhappy hosting a National Finals Rodeo of ‘76 Rodeo and 2 tickets to had given four times as much others, all the esteem of his people, when I consider send-off for South Dakota the Range Days Rodeo during for it as it was worth; put me in fellow-citizens, and the joys that, with all this wisdom athletes participating in the the Central States Fair in Rapid mind what good things I might of benevolent friendship, for of which I am boasting, upcoming WNFR in Las Vegas City. have bought with the rest of the the sake of accumulating there are certain things in this December. This year’s send-off, billed money; and laughed at me so wealth, “Poor man,” said I, the world so tempting, for The event will be held on as “Let’s Celebrate the 605,” much for my folly, that I cried “you pay too much for your example, the apples of King Friday, November 16th at The will focus not only on South with vexation; and the reflection whistle.” John, which happily are not to Branding Iron Steakhouse on Dakota rodeo athletes heading gave me more chagrin than the When I met with a man of be bought; for if they were put Highway 85 on the south edge to the National Finals Rodeo, whistle gave me pleasure. pleasure, sacrificing every to sale by auction, I might very of Belle Fourche. but also the success of athletes This, however, was afterwards laudable improvement of the easily be led to ruin myself in Things will begin at 6:00pm competing in the Badlands Cir- of use to me, the impression mind, or of his fortune, to mere the purchase, and find that I had with a social hour. A live auc- cuit. In addition the event will continuing on my mind; so that corporeal sensations, and ruin- once more given too much for tion will follow at 7:00pm with celebrate a successful year of often, when I was tempted to ing his health in their pursuit, the whistle. a Calcutta and a live band. rodeo including the induction of buy some unnecessary thing, “Mistaken man,” said I, “you Adieu, my dear friend, and Each person will be given the Black Hills Roundup to the I said to myself, Don’t give are providing pain for yourself, believe me ever yours very a ticket at the door for a prize PRCA Hall of Fame and their too much for the whistle; and I instead of pleasure; you give sincerely and with unalterable drawing to follow. Prizes will nomination as medium size saved my money. too much for your whistle.” affection. be drawn for 2 tickets to the rodeo of the year. Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018

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HEADED TO STATE - Newell students selected to participate in All-State Chorus and Orchestra are Lexa Burtzlaff-soprano, Austin Alexander-alto, Caleb McGregor-tenor and Jaden Gartamak- er-bass. This will be Jaden’s third year in All-State and the first year for Lexa, Austin and Caleb. These very talented students will be presenting a concert with approximately 950 singers and 200 orchestra students across our state on Saturday evening at 7:00 at the Rapid City Civic Center. -Beacon Photo Newell Gets Out to Vote BEACON STAFF [email protected] NEWELL – It was a steady stream for most of the morn- ing as people voting at several different precincts gathered at the Newell city hall to cast their mid-term vote. “You need to have a photo ID and state your name,” said Linda Vollmer, one of those election officials manning the ELECTION WORKERS - Joan Orwick, Betty Bruner, and Nan- Newell city precinct. cy Cox, manned the voting table for Union, Horsecreek and Louis Bertolotto laughed as Newell Independent districts, during the election at the city hall Newell Middle School he stated, “Jose Jemanez! Just on Tuesday. -Beacon photo kidding.” The women, which included Wrestling Invitational Linda Vollmer, Marge Adams, BEACON STAFF There was no record keeping Donna Wetz, Nancy Cox, [email protected] other than the matches them- Betty Bruner, Joan Orwick and NEWELL – The annual Newell selves and those records went Collette Dunn, spent the day ank you... invitational wrestling tourna- to the coaches. The individual visiting and doing handiwork ment hosted a large number of matches had been set up in when they weren’t waiting on middle school teams from all advance with each wrestler voters. District 28 over the area. looking at three matches. The new ballot boxes seemed “We had about 120 wres- This is a fund raiser for the to be giving some voters fits as tlers,” said Newell Coach Mike Newell wrestling program. they were not able to just tip the vers Phelps. plastic tray so the ballot would easily slip in. Instead they had to tug and push on the ballot to get it into the locked box. Voters seemed to be taking I would like to say ank You to the people of District their time- with a full slate of 28 for your continued support in re-electing me to mid-term candidates as well as be you State Senator in Pierre for the next 2 years. several ballot initiatives and amendments to vote. It took a I am honored that you have placed your trust in me few minutes, especially if voters to be your voice in the Senate. As always, please feel were not clear prior to stepping free to contact me with your concerns and questions. into the voting booth on how Your input is truly invaluable as we debate the issues they would vote. More than 550 ballots were of the day making South Dakota a better place for cast in Precincts 8, 13 and 14. everyone. anks again. GRAPPLING FOR A GOOD CAUSE - Bodies everywhere and Newell area voters refelcted the crowds screaming was the scenario at Austin Auditorium on statewide results but skewed Ryan Maher Tuesday, November 6 when approximately 120 middle school more heavily to Republican wrestlers gathered to take on two to three opponents during candidates. the tourney. -Beacon staff. Newell Elementary September & FFA Officers Travel to Indy October Students of the Month BEACON STAFF [email protected] INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Six Newell FFA Chapter officers traveled to the 92nd National FFA Convention and Expo on October 23, for a week of opportunities. Those students were: Dana Youngberg, Payton Burtzlaff, Jessica Heil, Kendra Wetz, and Chase and Shaily Dirk. FFA Ad- visor Kassandra Champion and teacher Mike Phelps chaperoned. “The experience of getting to explore a new place, see new Lucille Ahart 1st grade Malachi Whitacre 4th grade things, and say that FFA took Oct. Student of the Month Oct. Student of the Month me there (is opportunistic),” said Jessica Heil, the chapter VP. Newell FFA students were able to tour the Indianapolis speed- These six students, and their way while at the National FFA Convention. They are shown sponsor, FFA Advisor Kassandra with Advisor Kassandra Champion, left, and chaperone, Mike Champion, were among the other Phelps, right. 69,000 members who came to celebrate the accomplishments and is a major tourist attraction of opportunity to meet other kids from the past year. While at the Indianapolis. that were in FFA from all over convention the students listed to “National FFA was an amazing (the country),” said Chase Dirk. a variety of speakers, including experience,” said Kendra Wetz. “I The day on Friday brought a tour national officers and President met so many new friends.” of the Indianapolis Zoo and also Donald J. Trump. The students had the opportu- a chance to listen to the Nation- Early in the week the Newell nity to network with companies al FFA Southern Region Vice kids toured Hoosier Park and such as MERCK Animal Health President, Ian Bennett, give his learned the history of the cart and Culvers, which was handing retiring address. races with pacer and trotter out samples of custard. That was Dana Youngberg quoted Bennett Hayden Johnston 4th grade Rylan Gross 2nd grade a plus for these kids. by saying, “‘Persistence leads to Sept. Student of the Month Sept. Student of the Month horse. Even though it was chilly, the students then participated in There were many college repre- Success.’ If you are persistent you the National Day of Service by sentatives that the students had have the drive to fight and keep More Newell news on the next page. helping clean up the Cultural the chance to interact with as going to be successful. I think a Trail. This runs through the city well, according to Champion. lot of people could go far with “National FFA was a great this little piece of advice.” Belle Fourche Beacon Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018 B-4

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Street, Belle Fourche, SD or by This Column is written by Brian Mehmen, the Founder of Rolling Bones Outfitters, headquar- email at www.permianlide.com or tered in the Northern Black Hills. Brian hunts throughout the Tri-state Region, North America by phone at 605-568-1200 and the world. The Rolling Bones TV show, “No Boundaries” has been seen on the Pursuit Channel, The Sportsman’s Channel / Outdoor Network and will debut this fall on CarbonTV.com I was in a day dream it seemed. I had been dreaming of Custer State Park to Hold a Dall Sheep hunt since I had read Fred Bears Field Notes Annual Bison Auction when I was a young boy living in Iowa hoping to one day see some of these magical places he wrote about. Now I was on a bush plane flying through Hells Gate getting into basecamp for our fourteen day Caribou, Griz- zly Bear, Dall Sheep combo. As I pondered the vast and steep mountains it seemed I was in a dream I had had a thousand times before. This was really loaded we immediately spotted left we were studying the orig- happening. I have a chance to a band of sheep. WOW! The inal ram we were on the first put a Dall Sheep In My Scope! only thing that separated me morning and decided to make CUSTER, S.D. – The 2018 said Chad Kremer, bison herd When we landed I was taken from hunting the majestic Dall a move on him. We knew he Custer State Park Fall Classic manager. “The recent change back by the camp and what our Sheep was about four miles of was legal just not quit how big Bison Auction will be held to a video auction rather than a hunters could expect when they crazy tough timber, swamp and he was. He looked like a older on Saturday, Nov. 17, at the live auction has been positive. get into their home away from tundra. That, and about four ram, pointy hims, pot belly and park’s visitor center where It reduces the stress on the home. As an outfitter and hunt- thousand vertical feet. Now it a short nose all the things you approximately 330 head will be buffalo and expedites the entire ing consultant it is important was a matter of putting in the look for. Off we went up and available for sale. process.” that the only surprise work. up and up. Let me tell you, you This year’s offerings include The Internet auction, going for our hunters and We set out on our “pay the man” on these hunts. 20 mature bred cows, 29 mature on its seventh year, has helped guest are pleasant trek. A drift across a As we went up we were confi- open cows, 2 two-year-old bred reach buyers that wouldn’t have ones. This camp was raging glacier stream, dent that we had the rams in a heifers, 19 open two-year-old been reached in the past. going to be a first for a mile of swamp, place we would be in a shooting heifers, 43 yearling heifers, 25 For the past 53 years, the me. I was seeing it for a march through position with in a couple hours. heifer calves, 117 bull calves, park has made its surplus bison the first time. Wow the timber we were As we were ready to break the 62 yearling bulls, ten two-year- available for sale to the private was this stunning. standing at the foot crest on where we believed we old breeding bulls, one three- sector. A significant amount of Not just the landscape of where we were would see the rams we glanced year-old breeding bull and 2 park revenue comes from the (which was really, re- going to camp. Just to our left up the bench and two-year-old grade bulls. bison sale and goes toward con- ally intimidating) and its crazy as we crested the last of the the very thing we had hoped The video and on-line auction tinued operations of the state beauty but the individual wall heavy willows we looked up wouldn’t happen was happen- will begin at 10 a.m. MST at the park system. tent that would be for my use and spotted two bull moose that ing. The rams had winded us Custer State Park visitor center, For additional information over the hunt as I came in and would have made any hunter and were on their way out of the located 15 miles east of Custer about the upcoming bison out of basecamp as necessary. drop their jaw in awe. After zip code. I ripped my pack off on Highway 16A, near the junc- auction, contact Custer State The main cabin, the shower about ten minutes of looking in and threw it down. Jeff identi- tion of the Wildlife Loop Road Park at 605.255.4515 or email tent, the cold keg of beer and amazement we made our way fied the largest ram and gave me and Highway 16A. questions to CusterStatePark@ soda they had flown in, running another half-mile and set camp. a range. I dialed the elevation “This year’s auction offer- state.sd.us. water, electricity to each wall As we set camp and cooked on my turret and settled the ing is a great group of bison,” tent and cover patios. Wow, dinner we had sheep spotted all crosshairs on the ram. I heard again was my thoughts. This around us. the magic words from the cam- was not probably what Fred The next morning was a wake era man. I AM ON HIM. As he Bear had encountered when up call for sure. No pun intend- was fifty yards from going over Newell HS Drama Club Fall he hunted the Alaska Range. I ed. The work was about to be- the mountain. Literally over the was excited, scared, ready, and gin. We had about another three mountain. I squeezed the trigger Presentation This Weekend nervous all at one time. If thats miles to hike to get to where we and heard the words you live a possible? would spend each day glassing life time to hear. “HIT”… “He The next morning we were and studying rams. That first is hit, blood on his shoulder, up early and repacking for the morning brought some amazing he’s wobbling, he’s down!” “He first seven day part of the trip. encounters. With in a hour we is down Brian!” “Congratula- Float the drainage and look for had rams four hundred yards tions Brian, your ram is down.” a opportunity. Be a predator, from us. Holy cow, for a kid This was a series of comments that was the plan. We loaded who grew up in Iowa this was that Jeff had stated the moment our pack, jumped in the the a crazy surreal moment. I had after I squeezed that trigger. bush plane and off to a sand a legal ram in my scope. as we This one was all on film for the bar where Jeff (my guide and studied the band of rams we world to see and i will remem- partner in survival) was waiting decided to put them in our back ber those words for a lifetime. “Air Guitar High” Cast Members from left: Macey Olson, Jaden with a raft and seven days of pocket and look for maybe a All the years of dreaming. All Gartamaker, Dana Youngberg, David Morell, Joshua Stom- rations for the two of us. bigger ram. We had another the years of working and trav- prud, Eli Meyers. - Beacon Photo Our first leg was influenced band of rams spotted and we eling. All the preparation and Newell High School Drama Several veteran Newell per- greatly by record high tem- needed to give them a look. its a reality! I am holding my Club will present their fall formers are among the cast as peratures and glacier run off. The next days went by like a ram. What a felling. Blessed, production, Air Guitar High well as quite a few new actors The fishing was awesome and flash. We ascended to the top relieved, excited, overwhelmed, on November 15th and 16th in and actresses. The part of Cable the hunting, well we needed to of a stone glacier on one of grateful, thankful, exhausted Austin Auditorium in Newell. is played by Madison Miller change our approach. So change those days to get a better look and so much more! As I reflect Performances will be at 7 PM and Lindy is played by Macey we did. Andy our pilot grabbed a large ram only to have light on this, I really know why we both nights. Director Mara Car- Olson. Other performers are Kai us and back to camp we went. and weather mess us up. He had do what we do at Rolling Bones rier described the production as Banks, as Rev, Jaden Gartamak- The change was exactly what amazing mass and sweeping Outfitters. We work hard at “A really fun high school com- er as Skid and David Morrell as was needed. When we landed horns we just couldn’t get a for making this type of dream come edy with music, dancing and Hops. Lizzy Philipsen portrays on the small runway and un- sure on his age. With two days true for so many. action.” Ms. Carrier and her Jericho, Brandon Grusing is choreography assistant, Jennifer Prescott and Dana Youngberg is Stomprud have been rehearsing the Voice. Destiny Egleston is Black Hills Beauty! with the cast for several weeks. Marvel and the character Steller 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home in “This performance provides is played by Rachel Banks. Sev- beautiful Hat Ranch. 5+ acres and no our cast with the opportunity eral middle school students also gravel roads for access. Zero entry, to show off what they can do.” have important roles in the play. walkout basement, and triple car Ms. Carrier added. Joshua Stomprud is Rogue, garage. 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Bring your Regional Air Guitar Cham- the tone of appreciation for [email protected] business, City parking, great opportuni- pionships come to town, two drama in the community and ty! $180,000 enthusiastic high school jour- school. “We’re very excited to nalists, Cable and Lindy, decide watch the Drama Club contin- Beautiful Home with Many Updates! to create a documentary of the ue to grow and flourish each Has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths! Great location event. Armed with a camera school year.” Ms. Nehl said. across from a beautiful park. New and crew the girls go to work to Admission to the play is free windows, siding, shingles, flooring, and interview the competitors and although goodwill donations are more! Nice backyard with chain link catch all the drama on film with appreciated. fence, garden area, and chicken coop. enthusiasm. $162,900 Belle Fourche Beacon Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018 B-5 Historic Aladdin Mine Decaying Despite Restoration Efforts few wooden coal tipples still Nancy Henderson in existence though no longer [email protected] operational, ceasing production Pete’s Pre-Holiday It may encompass little more in the 1940s and soon thereafter than two acres, but the Aladdin having the mine entrance blown Tipple is garnering more than shut by local citizens concerned its share of attention as Crook about the abandoned mine’s County officials grapple with safety. Price Buster the challenge of keeping the It appears the third time is not historic structure and its sur- the charm when it comes to roundings safe and scenic. preserving the tipple structure The Abandoned Mine Land itself. Past projects included (AML) division of the Wy- reinforcing and bracing the Save Big Bucks! oming Department of Envi- structure but the tipple now ronmental Quality (DEQ) is seems destined for eventual charged statewide with, as its collapse. 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Eventually, ed to tip some years ago with the need to transport Aladdin Come see our live Turkey for a gobblin’ good some questioning why it wasn’t coal ended and with it the just toppled while others wanted railroad. Coal was ultimately this important part of Aladdin’s mined purely for domestic use. history retained. After all, the Note: Special thanks to Crook Family Fun Day! tipple’s been there since the late County Commissioner Jeanne 1800’s and is among the West’s Whalen for her valuable input. Gobble, Gobble: All about Turkeys Sunday, November 18 at 2p.m. Book Drawing!

Special kids’ power point about turkeys, turkey crafts and book-drawing, free take-home packet of info about turkeys Turkey AND Crafts! Special appearance by a live turkey, raised just for Family Fun Day! 415 Fifth Ave, $2 per person, reservations helpful. Belle Fourche TOPPLING TIPPLE? - The tipple mine has become a popular tourist attraction, but even after three restoration attempts to keep it safe, the structure may not be standing much longer. -Photo by H Padeborn Digging Deeper for Better Solutions BF Economic 2. See your iceberg better. BHSU Madrigal Dinner and Opera What is making this problem BHSU Press Release: Development Report opera in English called “Amahl persist? Why isn’t the stuff we The popular Madrigal Dinner from Executive Dir. and the Night Visitors” by want to be happening already and Opera musical event, a be- Gian-Carlo Menotti. In this Hollie Stalder happening in our community? loved tradition, returns to Black miraculous story, the Three Hills State University Nov. 29- To understand a problem, re- What is limiting or getting in Kings stop for shelter at the the way? Why are we stuck? Dec. 2. Serving as a fundraiser home of Amahl, a poor disabled ally know the root cause of an for BHSU Music Department issue we are trying to address, 3. Hold collaborative meet- shepherd boy, and his widowed ings. Give everyone a turn to student scholarships, the Mad- mother while following the star we can often have the tendency speak if they want to. Listen to rigal Dinner audience will be to Bethlehem. to try to solve the problem too each other with curiosity, never taken back to Renaissance times “The Madrigal dinner is so quickly. We are a “can do” and invited to a Christmas feast unique because the audience is community with people who judgement. When it’s your turn in the castle’s great hall. involved in the performance,” are not afraid to roll up their to speak, share what contrib- The scholarship fundraiser, Olson says. “We are constantly sleeves and get the work at utes to the conversation. From which often sells out, provides interacting with them to make hand done. time to time, pause and reflect theatrical entertainment, a them feel like they’re at a genu- But some issues, especially to let silence be part of the con- Hollie Stalder Renaissance themed meal, and versation. Harvest the learning ine Renaissance dinner.” those we have been trying to culture that will benefit com- a medieval night for all who and action steps in a way that Performances will take place solve or make better for a long munity youth by encouraging attend. A small ensemble of 18 can be easily shared. Thurs., Fri., Sat., Sun. night, time with little to no success, them to become involved in BHSU student singers will take 4. Name the action and re- Nov. 29-Dec. 2. Dinner begins need us to dig deeper for the new and existing programs. on their roles as 16th centu- sponsibility. What needs to be at 6 p.m. and tickets are $45. real solution. 4.WELCOME TO BELLE ry King, Queen, Jester, and done next? Who will do it? By If you wish to attend only the Our nine community teams FOURCHE - Team with goals Court, performing a program Opera, it will begin at 8 p.m. when? How will we remind in the Empower Belle Fourche to make new residents and of several traditional carols and and tickets are $15. each other? process are being coached with businesses feel welcome in the Renaissance music. Reservations are available 5. Share your progress and the tools to do just that. We community. A Christmas feast will at www.BHSU.edu/Madrigal learning. want to make sure we have 5. FIND BELLE be served: brie and cheddar or by calling Raena Martinez 6. Ask for help or advice thought through, researched, FOURCHE - Team goal apple beer soup will be the at 605.642.6420. Please notify when you need it. discussed and looked at every to promote the community first course, along with maple us of any dietary needs such as Many of our teams have met at angle before jumping into the through news, advertising (paid cranberry glazed turkey breast vegetarian meals or nut allergies least once and are developing with sausage and herb stuffing work. and free) and social media. when making reservations. their plans for their project(s) and green beans and salted cara- Here are some of the coach- Work toward finding, enhanc- Alicia Absher, chemistry and program(s). It has been mel pumpkin cheesecake for ing tips for the teams: ing and promoting a unified major from Belle Fourche will exciting to witness the growth dessert. 1. Know your purpose. What theme for city promotion. be participating in the Madrigal our group continues to have. After the impressive meal is our team’s focus? What do 6. RIVER VIEW CORNER Dinner as well as Hannah In the coming weeks, we will catered by A’viands, the court we all agree we are specifically - Team to create a green space Rehmeier, music education be able to report progress and, will perform a short one-act aiming to solve or create? near Downtown that will pro- major from St. Onge as the projects and programs vide a view to the forks of the unfold, share their stories and Belle Fourche and Redwater photos with you. If you would Rivers from which the city is like more information, or to named. become involved with a team, 7. REVITALIZE DOWN- contact our office: director@ TOWN - Team to improve the bellefourchedevcorp.com or appearance of the downtown call 605-892-5065. We look district through storefront forward to hearing from you! restoration and attractive infra- Current teams include: structure, enhancing existing 1.“BE WELL” BELLE businesses by creating a more FOURCHE (HEALTH AND vibrant shopping district, at- FITNESS) - Team with a focus tracting new businesses and out toward encouraging commu- of town visitors through brand- nity fitness through awareness ing the community’s heritage. and enhancement of bike paths, 8. PROMOTE THE CEN- rec center programs and devel- TER OF THE NATION - opment of additional communi- Team creating ways to leverage ty fitness infrastructure. Belle Fourche’s status as the 2. ENTER BELLE Center of the Nation to in- FOURCHE - Team focused crease tourism and community on improving the entrances to awareness. the City through beautification, 9. HOME AND FOOD- signage and art. Help people have enough food 3.YOUTH OF BELLE - and housing in which to live. Team focused on creating a Belle Fourche Beacon Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018 B-6 day. They shipped their calves on Sunday. They had a good By Charlie OdellCapitol News crew of neighbors helping and Shawn D. Stinton, D.C. C Since Thursday was Karen’s Kornemann shipped steer calves are relieved to get the job done. Stinton Chiropractic Clinic, P.C. It was eight degrees below zero H birthday I thought I would be on Thursday. Julia and Doug I nice and offer to do the news. I Davis went to Camp Crook on Friday morning. R thought she would refuse, but on Tuesday, voted and then Justin Kerr shipped calves on O no such luck. Josh Rokke came had supper. Doug attended a Thursday. He helped Alvin Cor- P “Consider chiropractic care first.” out to help Tim Schell ship Fire Department meeting after dell ship calves on Sunday. R calves. On Thursday I inspect- supper. Doug helped Shannon He is busy attending all of the A ed heifers for the Padden Ranch Secrest ship on Thursday. They kids events and getting ready C 517 Grant Street T and yearlings for Bill Roadifer. shipped their calves to St Onge for winter. I Belle Fourche, SD 57717 The ROW Agent for Oneok was on Friday. Their friends from Erma and Dick Albert had a car C (605) 892-4909 here to get permission to access North Carolina came to spend appointment in Belle Fourche the pipeline west of Maurice’s. the week hunting and helping on Friday. They did some shop- We went into the “Over the Doug repair a calving shed that ping while they were in town. Edge” for supper for Karen’s was damaged by the tornado. Dick went up to the Short Pines birthday. She talked to the kids Ernie and Rachel Melum went to visit his hunting friend from Grand River Roundup on her birthday. On Friday I to town on Friday to get grocer- Lake Preston. They attended BETTY OLSON next morning and Doug Doll inspected calves for Schell/ ies and other supplies. Tommy church on Sunday. [email protected] stopped in to pick up his pork Long Pines and some bulls Melum visited Shirley and Jr. Dorothy Padden went to Eka- Winter hasn’t officially arrived that afternoon on his way home for Bill Roadifer. On Sunday I Melum on Friday. Jr. attended laka with Bryce and Dawn to yet, but it sure feels like it. from working on the well at the inspected calves for Ryan Cor- the Robinson burial on Friday. vote on Tuesday. She went to There is snow on the ground Becker place. Patsy Wilkinson dell, Wade Pearson and Kent Ernie brought Pat Hanson, a Belle Fourche to the watch their and its cold outside. The tem- got another great grand baby Williams and then we went to hunter friend, over to visit Jr. on heifer calves sell on Thursday. perature dipped to -7 degrees on Thursday. Her grandson, the Methodist Church and ate at Saturday. Shirley had a won- She met Kevin Olmstad and his Friday morning and Saturday Chance and Brittiney Steinmey- the “Over the Edge”. Karen fin- derful phone visit with Ester friend Steve for supper at the was the only day that got above er had a baby boy November 9 ished writing and published her Oleson on Sunday. Corner Cafe on Saturday. Kevin freezing. in Gillette, WY. Little Kaiden new historical novel this week. Lynn Gustufson went to the and Steve returned to Billings Tuesday was Election Day James weighed in at 8 lbs. 10 The book is titled “Kellen” Dentist on Tuesday. They at- on Sunday. and almost everyone in this oz. and is 21 inches long. and is on Kindle and Amazon. tended church on Sunday. On Monday Diane Wear, Gene community showed up at the Six month old Piper Niederw- When she looked it up it is Dawn and Bryce Padden went Secrest, Clint Zolnoski and polling places to cast erder, daughter of Tyler and listed under some smutty ro- over to Ekalaka to vote on Tues- Ronda Cordell moved cows their ballots. I went Katie Niederwerder had mance novels, but is actually an day. They shipped heifer calves home from the School Section. down to the church to have her second adventure novel for her grand- to Belle Fourche on Thursday. Tuesday Diane came out in the to quilt with Patsy open heart surgery son. She wishes that it was not Saturday they went to B J’s for afternoon and she and Ronda Wilkinson and Lin- this Thursday. She surrounded by the smutty ro- Kalla’s birthday party. Donna drove to Ekalaka to vote. They da Mohagen that was born with a mance novels. It is based on the Lewis has had a busy 2 weeks. then went and picked up a few morning. They vote congenital heart de- Odell family history that Kellen Last week she went to Belgrade laying hens north of Ekalaka. in Reva so they vot- fect called tricuspid learned about himself. Karen to visit her daughter Terri. They Wednesday morning Ronda shot ed before quilting and atresia and had her painted the cover and then self attended the Trump rally at the a stag 5x5 mule deer buck that I came home and picked first surgery when she published the book. Both the Bozeman Airport. She bowled was still in the velvet. Thursday up Reub to go vote at Ralph was three days old. Galen publishing and cover paintings in Baker on Thursday. She went morning Gene and Clint helped that afternoon. On Wednes- and Donna (Wilkinson) Nieder- took a while to do. to the wild game feed in Baker Justin Kerr ship calves. The day, these guys got the trench werder are her grandparents and Moncurs had fourteen de- on Saturday night. The three hunters treated Ronda to supper dug to put in electricity to the Donna keeps us updated. grees below zero on Friday hunters from Virginia that were at the “Over the Edge” that fuel tanks they moved away Little Susy Meyer will also morning. Rod Robinson from staying with her all got nice evening. On Friday afternoon from the shop last week. Reub have two more heart surgeries Chicago and his cousin Dave mule deer bucks. Jason Spaid and Ronda set and Taz went to Bowman and in Denver, Colorado this week, Bodin from Alabama came for Marlee and Alvin Cordell went Linda Blanc’s grave marker Buffalo that afternoon to get so please keep these two little the funeral for Rod’s dad. The to Rapid City on Monday. They east of the Bergstrom barn. The pipe and poles for the building sweethearts in your prayers. funeral was in Belle Fourche went in to Camp Crook to vote hunters packed up and headed they are planning to put up over Rick and Wade Engle and on Thursday and the burial was on Tuesday. Terry Cordell and west Saturday morning, two to the chute to provide protection a friend came to hunt deer this at the Gustave Cemetery on Denin Chegas helped Justin Helena and one to Missoula. while they work cows. weekend and got a nice buck. Friday. Heather and Wacey Kerr ship his calves on Thurs- On Thursday, Casey and Taz Cindy Engle stayed to visit went to pick up the three hogs Missy while the guys were Tony Holt gives Doug Doll, hunting and got to play with I would again like to say "Thank you" to Casey, and Reub every year for Lanie’s kids and Amanda’s the voters of District 28A for their over helping them. Sage came down kids. Amanda took her clothing from Hettinger to help the guys line to the Faith for the “Coun- whelming support of my candidacy for butcher the hogs and a year- try Junkin” on Saturday and she the South Dakota State House of Rep ling lamb. He brought Irelyn is planning to go to the Craft and Dathan along to entertain Fair in Lemmon next Saturday. resentatives. I will continue to be your Grandma. Sunday was Veterans Day voice in Pierre and work hard for a Friday was a really long, busy and the hundredth anniversa- day. Reub, Taz and I cut and ry of the end of WWI. It was better South Dakota and be a strong wrapped the meat from all three first called Armistice Day to advocate of what's important to the pigs and the lamb. Lanie and commemorate the end of the Matt brought the kids down war on the 11th hour of the people of our District. Again, I sincere from Dickinson that afternoon 11th day in 1918. 554 South ly appreciate your continued support. and Matt helped us finish the Dakotan soldiers died overseas, butchering project. Casey including my Grandma Wilkin- and Reub got all the hams son’s brother, Gustav Schmidt. - Sam and bacon curing in brine the Looking Back in Belle These articles come from newspaper microfilm from the Belle Fourche Public library, using a by Mary Buchholz new microfilm reader and printer. The photographs are from the Tri-State Museum. chapter of PEO met Monday night at the home of Mrs. R. A. Smiley for a regular business McGovern Weathers GOP session and program “Woman State Sweep South Dakota in Politics” was the subject of voters followed pretty much the the program given by Mrs. W. traditional pattern in Tuesday’s Marvin Kemp at the close of election with only Senator business. Mrs. G. Q. Runkel George McGovern weathering will entertain the group Nov 23 the Republican sweep. Richard at the afternoon meeting. Nixon was declared the winner Leroy Clarkson Gets Silver Star in the presidential race relative- Ensign Leroy Clarkson, son of ly early in the evening. By 11 Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Clarkson, p.m., observers were predicting Belle Fourche, has been award- that Senator McGovern had de- ed the Silver Star for conspicu- feated Archie Gubbrud, former ous gallantry and intrepidity in South Dakota governor and the action in the allied assault on Republican candidate. The race Sicily, it was disclosed yester- was neck and neck early in the day. The award said Clarkson, evening, but McGovern began in serving as a naval gunfire to inch ahead in the early hours liaison officer, landed and de- of the morning, although his spite enemy fire assisted in the lead was not a staggering one. capture of Scoglitti, “showing With many ballots to count and devotion to duty and extreme a relatively heavy turn-out, the EARLY BELLE FOURCHE - View of Belle Fourche from present day Courthouse location. Big courage” Clarkson is now in tabulation was slow thruout building under construction is the first roller mill in Belle. Photo from middle 1890’s the United States, based in the the state last night and returns were far from complete even at 122 years ago --from Belle of Moline, Ill. for $75 cash, and Donald C. C. Nelson, New- Norfolk, VA., area. 50 years ago – The Daily 2 a.m. It began to look as if the Fourche Times, Belle Fourche guaranteed to carry 2,000 feet ell, Alvin Schrimek, Aladdin, proposal to stay with standard Nov, 1896 of hose, it was also accepted Wyo., Steve Evans, Post, Texas, Belle Fourche Post November 6, 1968 time was going to win and the and cart ordered to be shipped. Clarence D. Hill, Nisland and school reorganization proposal There being no further busi- Nathaniel M. Barrett. B. F. Presidential Contest Still Not Decided The nation went to would be defeated. All of the ness before the council they Two More Divisions Join Ger- constitutional amendments ap- adjourned. E. M. Mitchell, city man Ranks Hitler was reported bed last night not knowing the name of the next president of peared headed for defeat. Frank clerk. Tuesday to have rushed two Farrar, the Republican candi- 75 years ago –The Belle more divisions into Italy to the United States. Thruout the evening the contest for presi- date for governor, took a early Fourche Post Nov 10, 1943 build up the strength of what lead over Democrat Robert Board Names New Call – many observers believe will be dent was neck and neck in what appeared to be the closest pop- Chamberlin and it was evident Butte county’s selective service his winter line extending from early in the evening that Farrar Roller Mill Ad from newspaper board last night announced the Gaeta on the west to a point ular vote in American history. At 2 a.m. with 72 per cent of would win handily. Chamberlin The Proposition of Fairbank, names of a number of men who above Vasto on the east coast. conceded by 11 p.m. Morse & Co., of Norfolk, Nebr., will be called for induction unto Fifth army units have captured a the votes counted, Nixon held to furnish the city with 500 feet the armed force Nov. 18. The key German hill position in the a slight lead over Humphrey. of double jacket hose, rubber group includes five volunteers Arunici mountains. Other allied Nixon had 26, 653, 987 or 43 lined, 21/2 inches, internal di- and two transfers to the local force are driving nearer Gaeta. per cent while Humphrey had ameter, for 72 cent per foot, de- board. Here is the list, the first Unofficial reports said the 22, 608,830, or 42 per cent. livered on cars at Belle Fourche, five are volunteers. Herman Germans are wrecking installa- Governor George Wallace of S. D., and take city warrants for Shipley, Verman, Texas, Robert tions as far north as Leghorn on Alabama had 7,851,763, or 15 it, was accepted and the hose G. Johnson, Belle Fourche, the west coast and Marino on per cent of the vote. At that ordered to be shipped imme- Harlen G. Collins, B.F., William the east coast. In the west the time however, Nixon held a diately. In addition to the hose E. McLaughlin, B.F., Eugene G. Germans are reported massing slight edge in electoral votes two ¼ and ½ discharge nozzle Mulliner, B. F., Bernie P. Jagars, heavy formations of troops and and it began to look as if Cali- were ordered. Spokane, Wash., Joe Kromer, B. guns in the Mignono area in an fornia might decide the election. Proposition of F. E. Bennett F., Louis R. Liming, Richmond, attempt to halt the allies. If California turns to Humphrey, that the city could purchase a Cal., Anton Kromer, Provo, Mrs. R. A. Smiley is PEO the matter may yet go to the second had hose cart of the city James Gonzales, Jr. Provo, Hostess Members of the local house of representatives. Belle Fourche Beacon Thurs. Nov. 15, 2018 B-7

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Black-Cowette...... 1,080...... $75.00 Ronda Cordell - SD 300 Blk str clvs - PC, NI, poured 600# Consignment From MT...... 97 ...... Black-Str ...... 637 ...... $165.00 B&L Betz Cattle Company , Clearmont WY... 1 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,390...... $65.50 Jason King - MT 300 Blk & bwf (200 strs/100 hfr) clvs - PC, poured 600-650# Consignment From MT...... 44 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 599 ...... $145.50 Schlosser Ranch , Belle Fourche SD ...... 13 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,551...... $65.50 Craig Mollman - SD 300 Blk & bwf mostly str clvs - PC 550-600# Kuhbacher/Dixon - WY 250 Blk mx clvs - PC, NHK 600-700# Indian Creek Adventures, Biddle MT ...... 77 ...... Black-Str ...... 594 ...... $169.75 Schlosser Ranch , Belle Fourche SD ...... 5 ...... Black-Hfrt ...... 1,174...... $82.00 Riley Ranch - SD 250 Blk mx clvs - PC, NI, poured 575-600# Indian Creek Adventures, Biddle MT ...... 56 ...... Black-Str ...... 581 ...... $151.25 V M Diamond Ranch Llc , Upton WY...... 7 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,360...... $65.50 Dave & Eva Edwards, Gillette WY...... 92 ...... Black-Str ...... 670 ...... $158.75 Tom Kalisiak - SD 230 Blk, few red mx clvs - PC, NI 540-600# V M Diamond Ranch Llc , Upton WY...... 4 ...... Black-Cowette...... 1,130...... $83.00 Beau Ladoux - WY 230 Blk mx clvs - PC, weaned 450-600# Dave & Eva Edwards, Gillette WY...... 54 ...... Black-Str ...... 578 ...... $171.00 Gilbert Cattle Company , Ludlow SD...... 8 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,251...... $65.00 Reinecke Ox Yoke Ranch, Beulah WY...... 91 ...... Black-Str ...... 632 ...... $165.00 Dave & Rhoda Tate - WY 210 Red few blk mx clvs - PC, NI, poured 550# Gilbert Cattle Company , Ludlow SD...... 9 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,436...... $64.00 Tim & Joy Belle Moore - WY 200 Herf mx clvs - PC 500# Reinecke Ox Yoke Ranch, Beulah WY...... 22 ...... Black-Str ...... 515 ...... $189.00 Gilbert Cattle Company , Ludlow SD...... 25 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,396...... $63.50 J D Grieves, Upton WY ...... 42 ...... Black-Str ...... 637 ...... $164.50 Riesland Ranch - MT 180 Blk & 1st x bwf mx clvs - PC, NI, poured 575# Chase Kari , Buffalo SD ...... 4 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,313...... $65.00 Arrow Cattle Co - MT 180 Blk & red mx clvs - PC, NI 600-650# J D Grieves, Upton WY ...... 20 ...... Black-Str ...... 547 ...... $174.00 Chase Kari , Buffalo SD ...... 2 ...... Black-Cowette...... 1,075...... $77.00 Hilda Brimmer - MT 177 Herf, few bwf (112 strs/65 hfr) clvs - PC, NI, DF 475# Marc & Tamala Tracy, Newcastle WY...... 80 ...... Black-Str ...... 561 ...... $176.00 Justin & Brandi Pihl , Buffalo SD...... 3 ...... Blk/Bwf-Cow ...... 1,410...... $64.50 Thielen Rch - MT 150 Blk mx clvs - PC, NI 450-650# Marc & Tamala Tracy, Newcastle WY...... 27 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 513 ...... $162.50 Taft Ranch , Upton WY...... 1 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,245...... $64.50 Ivan Teigan - SD 130 Bwf mx clvs - PC, NHK 600-650# Bohle Angus Ranch, Plevna MT...... 41 ...... Black-Str ...... 508 ...... $186.00 Matt Earley , Broadus MT ...... 3 ...... Blk/Bwf-Cow ...... 1,407...... $64.50 Melin Rch - MT 130 Blk & red mx clvs - PC, NI 550# Bohle Angus Ranch, Plevna MT...... 20 ...... Black-Str ...... 417 ...... $208.00 Lantis Ranch Llc , Spearfish SD ...... 22 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,481...... $64.00 Ron Casteel - SD 100 Blk mx clvs - BT shots, NI 600-650# Snook Land & Lvstk. Llc., Sundance WY.....85 ...... Black-Str ...... 552 ...... $172.00 True Ranches Llc , Casper WY...... 3 ...... Blk/Bwf-Cowette ...... 1,287...... $70.00 Livingston Ranch - WY 100 Blk str clvs - PC, poured 600# Snook Land & Lvstk. Llc., Sundance WY.....22 ...... Blk/Bwf-Str ...... 681 ...... $153.50 True Ranches Llc , Casper WY...... 2 ...... Bwf-Cow ...... 1,350...... $64.00 Curren Ranch - WY 100 Red str clvs - PC 550-600# Short Grass & Co, Belle Fourche SD ...... 81 ...... Rd/Blk-Str ...... 615 ...... $166.25 Alex Collie Jr , Ismay MT...... 27 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,355...... $63.75 Kyle Goff - SD 100 Blk mx clvs - PC, NI 475-575# Kenny & Dana Ingalls, Hulett WY ...... 50 ...... Blk/Bwf-Str ...... 683 ...... $158.50 Wang Ranch Llc , Baker MT ...... 6 ...... Black-Cowette...... 1,059...... $71.50 Kirby Kluver - MT 100 Blk str clvs - BT 500# David & Lisa Tescher, Oshoto WY...... 18 ...... Black-Str ...... 400...... $218.00 Steve Klien , Sioux Falls SD...... 2 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,493...... $63.50 Marvin & Chase Smith - SD 90 Blk mx clvs - PC, NI, poured 550-600# David & Lisa Tescher, Oshoto WY...... 97 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 457 ...... $174.00 Roger & Eva Kyar , Upton WY...... 4 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,503...... $63.00 Jim Osloond - SD 85 Blk mx clvs - AN 525-550# Mike Bonefield - SD 85 Blk mx clvs - PC 450-550# Nut Tree Family, Sundance WY ...... 41 ...... Black-Str ...... 588 ...... $172.00 Terry & Nicky Groenewold , Newcastle WY... 1 ...... Black-Cowette...... 1,175...... $74.00 Duane Richards - MT 80 Red mx clvs - PC, NI 600# Nut Tree Family, Sundance WY ...... 20 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 495 ...... $161.00 Charlie Williams , Alzada MT ...... 6 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,338...... $63.00 John & Diane Jones - MT 80 Blk hfr clvs - PC, NI 575# Joe & Rene Gnerer, Olive MT ...... 34 ...... Black-Str ...... 608 ...... $165.50 Charlie Williams , Alzada MT ...... 1 ...... Black-Cowette...... 1,160...... $75.00 Joe & Rene Gnerer, Olive MT ...... 21 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 508 ...... $160.00 Medicine Rock - MT 80 Blk & bwf str clvs - PC 600# Colby Crago , Belle Fourche SD...... 1 ...... Bwf-Cow ...... 1,900...... $63.00 Ron & Misti Anderson - MT 75 Blk mx clvs - PC, NI 500-550# Michele Smith, Newcastle WY ...... 124 ...... Blk/Bwf-Str ...... 606 ...... $166.00 Six Creek Ranch , Ekalaka MT...... 2 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,368...... $62.50 Michele Smith, Newcastle WY ...... 57 ...... Blk/Bwf-Str ...... 514 ...... $187.00 Terry Goodwin - WY 65 Blk mx clvs - PC, NI 450-500# Clabaugh Cattle Co , Gillette WY...... 1 ...... Red-Cow ...... 1,350...... $62.50 Ty Krell - WY 65 Blk mx clvs - PC, NI 500-600# Michele Smith, Newcastle WY ...... 32 ...... Blk/Bwf-Hfr ...... 589 ...... $142.50 Clarkson Livestock , Buffalo SD...... 10 ...... Rd/Blk-Cow ...... 1,453...... $62.50 Clint Stinson, Miles City MT ...... 97 ...... Black-Str ...... 600 ...... $164.00 Waite Ranch - SD 60 F1 & herf str cfs - PC, NI 500-600# Clarkson Livestock , Buffalo SD...... 17 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,342...... $62.00 Ron Rosencranz - MT 60 Blk mx clvs - PC, NI, poured 600# Clint Stinson, Miles City MT ...... 47 ...... Black-Str ...... 516 ...... $186.00 Steven Schuldies , Nisland SD...... 1 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,375...... $62.00 Leitner Ranch - WY 55 Blk mx clvs - BT, NI 525-575# Padden Land & Cattle, Camp Crook SD...... 79 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 496 ...... $163.00 Painter Inc , Buffalo SD ...... 1 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,550...... $62.00 Peter & Maria Svbotka - SD 50 Blk & bwf str clvs - PC, NI, poured 550-600# Ellsbury Ranch Llc, Sundance WY...... 97 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 594 ...... $148.00 Johnathan Mcclure , Gillette WY...... 1 ...... Bwf-Cow ...... 1,680...... $61.50 Mike Hauk - MT 50 Blk & herf mx clvs - PC, NI 500-550# Ellsbury Ranch Llc, Sundance WY...... 46 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 501 ...... $158.00 Barney Long , Buffalo WY...... 11 ...... Rd/Blk-Cow ...... 1,299...... $60.00 Consignment from SD 40 Char x mx clvs - PC, NI, poured 550-600# Ross Denson, Ashland MT ...... 86 ...... Black-Str ...... 644 ...... $155.25 Jon Carr , Newcastle WY ...... 1 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,345...... $60.00 Norman Ranch - SD 40 Blk & bwf mx clvs - PC, NI 525# Ross Denson, Ashland MT ...... 42 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 513 ...... $155.00 Jon Carr , Newcastle WY ...... 1 ...... Black-Cowette...... 1,050...... $78.00 Bill Schmele - SD 40 Blk mx clvs - BT 350-500# Mike & Dorothy Slattery, Rozet WY ...... 70 ...... Black-Str ...... 667 ...... $158.50 Chin Padden Ranch Llc , Katy Tx...... 1 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,305...... $60.00 Jess Gray - WY 40 Blk & bwf mx clvs - PC, AN 500# Mike & Dorothy Slattery, Rozet WY ...... 70 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 641 ...... $144.75 Casey Kreutz , Sturgis SD...... 2 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,278...... $60.00 Don Brunson - WY 35 Blk & bwf hfr clvs - PC, NI, poured 500-600# Bryan Tarter, Ashland MT...... 83 ...... Black-Str ...... 630 ...... $157.00 Zachary & Krystal Steele , Sundance WY .....3 ...... Red/Rwf-Cow ...... 1,230...... $60.00 Dan Rhoden - SD 35 Blk mx clvs - PC, NI 600# Bryan Tarter, Ashland MT...... 56 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 567 ...... $141.00 Faddis - Kennedy Cattle Co , Sheridan WY .22 ...... Herf-Cow ...... 1,211...... $59.50 Jan Swan Wood - SD 30 Blk mx clvs - PC, NI, poured 580# Leon Jay, Hulett WY ...... 94 ...... Rwf/Bwf-Str ...... 620 ...... $157.75 Consignment From WY ...... 30 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,269...... $59.50 Ingalls & Sourdough III - WY 30 Blk & bwf str clvs - PC, NI, poured 550# Otis Hewson - SD 30 Blk str clvs - PC 600# Leon Jay, Hulett WY ...... 90 ...... Blk/Bwf-Hfr ...... 547 ...... $151.00 J.j. & Cathy Landa , Boyes MT...... 1 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,425...... $59.50 Joe Painter - SD 30 Red str clvs - PC, NI 650# Dale & Carmel Hansen, Banner WY...... 46 ...... Blk/Bwf-Str ...... 505 ...... $188.00 Jason & Gary Koltiska , Sheridan WY...... 3 ...... Xbrd-Cow ...... 1,220...... $59.50 Jim Bird - MT 25 Blk str clfs - PC 550-600# Dale & Carmel Hansen, Banner WY...... 20 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 418 ...... $170.00 Bobby Thielen , Dillon MT ...... 16 ...... Black-Hfrt ...... 1,035...... $84.00 Robert Piekkola - SD 20 Blk mx clvs - PC, NI 450# Butch & Debbie Knutson, Gillette WY ...... 64 ...... Rd/Blk-Str ...... 610 ...... $159.00 Graham Livestock , Moorcroft WY...... 1 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,305...... $58.50 Butch & Debbie Knutson, Gillette WY ...... 76 ...... Blk/Bwf-Hfr ...... 568 ...... $146.25 Tony Walters - WY 20 Blk mx clvs - PC, NI, poured 550-600# King Bros , Aladdin WY...... 2 ...... Black-Cowette...... 1,150...... $84.00 Mike Gauthier - WY 14 Blk mostly str clvs - PC, NI 550-575# James A Burleson, Newcastle WY ...... 40 ...... Blk/Bwf-Str ...... 672 ...... $162.00 Tom Eiesland , Canton SD...... 3 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,298...... $58.00 James A Burleson, Newcastle WY ...... 45 ...... Blk/Bwf-Hfr ...... 612 ...... $147.50 Darrell Biers - SD 7 Blk str clvs - PC, NI, poured 600# Zack Elmore , Ekalaka MT...... 4 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,345...... $58.00 More by sale time! Mike & Shawnda Morrison, Newcastle WY.....55 ...... Black-Str ...... 657 ...... $162.50 Gabe Carroll , Ekalaka MT...... 3 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,338...... $56.50 Mike & Shawnda Morrison, Newcastle WY..22 ...... Blk/Bwf-Str ...... 567 ...... $172.00 Consignment From MT...... 1 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,335...... $56.00 Mike & Shawnda Morrison, Newcastle WY..38 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 632 ...... $144.50 Dale & Carmel Hansen , Banner WY ...... 6 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,282...... $55.50 Rod Anders, Elm Springs SD...... 20 ...... Black-Str ...... 503 ...... $191.00 Earl Capp , Nisland SD ...... 5 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,305...... $55.00 WEIGH-UP COW SALE Rod Anders, Elm Springs SD...... 12 ...... Black-Str ...... 431 ...... $208.00 Jack & Cindy Orwick , Newell SD ...... 2 ...... Herf-Cow ...... 1,675...... $54.50 Ty Jones, Miles City MT ...... 39 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 540 ...... $148.50 Tj Livestock , Weston WY ...... 8 ...... Black-Cow ...... 1,223...... $53.50 Friday - November 16, 2018 Billy J Gergen, Broadus MT ...... 27 ...... Blk/Bwf-Str ...... 586 ...... $164.50 9:00 am – Sale Time Billy J Gergen, Broadus MT ...... 21 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 492 ...... $158.00 James & Kathryn Reid, Nisland SD...... 32 ...... Blk/Bwf-Str ...... 599 ...... $164.50 UPCOMING SALE SCHEDULE Bruce Haugland, Belgrade MT ...... 51 ...... Black-Str ...... 579 ...... $160.50 Thursday, November 15th – Special All Breed Calf Sale Bruce Haugland, Belgrade MT ...... 39 ...... Black-Str ...... 489 ...... $183.00 Friday, November 16th – Weigh Up Cattle Sale Doug & Stephanie Masters, Dayton WY ...... 32 ...... Black-Str ...... 478 ...... $188.00 Monday, Nov. 19th – ANNUAL THANKSGIVING STOCK COW & BRED HEIFER SALE STOCK COW & BRED HEIFER SPECIAL Scott Sanburn, Biddle MT ...... 19 ...... Black-Str ...... 586 ...... $169.00 Thursday, November 22nd – No Sale – Happy Thanksgiving! Monday - November 19, 2018 Scott Sanburn, Biddle MT ...... 21 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 566 ...... $149.50 Thursday, November 29th – Weaned Calf Special 8:00 am - Weigh-ups - 10:00 am - Bred Stock Donald & Dipper Brunson, Aladdin WY...... 28 ...... Blk/Bwf-Str ...... 666 ...... $164.00 Friday, November 30th – Stock Cow, Bred Heifer & Weigh up Cow Special HEIFERS: Donald & Dipper Brunson, Aladdin WY...... 13 ...... Black-Str ...... 571 ...... $169.00 Thursday, December 6th – Weaned Calf Special -Selling all Classes of Cattle Bruce Crago - SD 100 Blk hfrs - AI Bred Connely Comrad - AI’d May 24th - 25th Roger & Donna Willey, Hulett WY...... 27 ...... Black-Str ...... 666 ...... $158.50 Thursday, December 13th – Weaned Calf Special - Friday, December 14th – Stock Cow & Bred Heifer Special Brownfield Ranch - MT 74 Blk & bwf hfrs - Bred LBW Blk - cf 3/20 - 42 days (shots & poured) Jack & Cindy Orwick, Newell SD ...... 19 ...... Blk/Bwf-Str ...... 532 ...... $178.00 Herf hfrs - Bred LBW Blk - cf 3/20 - 42 days (shots & poured) Thursday, December 20th – Weaned Calf Special – Selling all Classes of Cattle Brownfield Ranch - MT 14 Jack & Cindy Orwick, Newell SD ...... 10 ...... Blk/Bwf-Str ...... 484 ...... $188.00 Charlie William - WY 69 Blk hfrs - Bred LBW Angus - cf 3/25 - April 14th Thursday, December 27th – No Sale James B & Lara M Dirks, Alva WY...... 26 ...... Black-Str ...... 569 ...... $171.50 Clarlie William - WY 38 Blk hfs - Bred LBW Angus - cf 4/14 - May 5th Blk hfrs - Bred Blk - cf 4/1 Rod & Roxie Nelson, Lusk WY ...... 56 ...... Black-Str ...... 623 ...... $163.00 Diamond E Rch 70 Dispersion Charles & Garfield Waldie, Miles City MT.....20 ...... Blk/Bwf-Str ...... 589 ...... $161.00 We now have our Miles City Receiving Station open! Jeff & Cheryl Kline - WY 40 Red & blk hfrs - bred LBW Blk - cf 2/25 (poured) Charles & Garfield Waldie, Miles City MT.....35 ...... Bwf-Hfr ...... 571 ...... $140.50 Located at 1132 HWY 12 Deep Creek Valley - MT 27 F1 bwf hfrs - Bred Blk Angus - cf 4/1 - 40 days (shots & poured) Box L Cattle Co, Hammond MT...... 25 ...... Black-Str ...... 599 ...... $169.50 Wednesday from noon – 4 pm Rod Steele - SD 25 Red hfrs - Bred LBW Red Angus - cf 3/1 - 30 days, HR (poured) Please call Jason Twitchell 406-480-2345 for arrangements Tom D Moore, Hulett WY ...... 10 ...... Bwf-Str ...... 556 ...... $176.00 BRED STOCK: Tom D Moore, Hulett WY ...... 18 ...... Bwf-Hfr ...... 565 ...... $146.00 Burt & Sue Fortner - WY 100 Blk 5-12’s - Bred Blk - cf 4/1 - 55 days Benge Ranch Inc, Volborg MT ...... 17 ...... Black-Str ...... 689 ...... $156.00 Complete Dispersion Benge Ranch Inc, Volborg MT ...... 22 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 647 ...... $143.50 BROADUS, MT RECEIVING STATION Casey & Linda Hunter 75 Red Angus 3-5’s - Bred Red Angus - cf 3/15 (Dispersion) Rod Hoffman, Belle Fourche SD...... 21 ...... Black-Str ...... 628 ...... $165.50 County Stock Yards every Wednesday from 1 pm – 3 pm (for special arrangements, give Rod a call) Slaba Ranch - SD 150 Blk & bwf short term - Bred Char - cf 4/1 Rod Hoffman, Belle Fourche SD...... 17 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 563 ...... $152.00 For more information contact – Rod Schaffer Ronda Cordell - SD 90 Blk mx age - Bred Blk - cf 3/28 James Beardsley, Miles City MT ...... 15 ...... Black-Str ...... 609 ...... $160.00 – 406-436-2235 (home) • 406-672-5546 (cell) Rod & Zach Steele - SD 45 Red short term - Bred Red Angus - cf 3/25 (poured) James Beardsley, Miles City MT ...... 27 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 581 ...... $143.50 Gleason Lvstk - WY 40 Red sld - short term - Bred Red - cf Greg Harris, Baker MT ...... 41 ...... Rwf/Bwf-Str ...... 523 ...... $166.00 Dan & Jodi Cheshier - WY 40 Blk 8-12’s - Bred Blk - cf 3/20 - 60 days High Plains Commodities Offices Rod Anders - SD 40 Blk cmg 3’s - Bred Black - cf 3/25 - 50 days Greg Harris, Baker MT ...... 14 ...... Herf-Hfr ...... 449 ...... $146.00 Belle Fourche Livestock Market, LLC. Gary Krell - WY 39 Blk & bwf 5’s - solid - Bred Angus - cf 3/1 - 60 days Dean Diede, Ekalaka MT ...... 19 ...... Black-Str ...... 537 ...... $176.00 Stop in or Call 1-800-888-1432 Lindsay Lerude - MT 35 Blk 3-7’s - Bred Black - cf 4/1 (poured) Dean Diede, Ekalaka MT ...... 11 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 499 ...... $158.00 Kim Kling - Kem Kjerstad Bill Schmele - SD 35 Blk mx age - Bred Blk - cf 4/1 - 60 days Julie & Wesley Ginsbach, Newell SD...... 15 ...... Black-Str ...... 590 ...... $156.50 Rod Hoffman - SD 24 Blk cmg 4’s - Bred Blk - cf 3/20 - 60 days Jess Gray -WY 10 Blk 6 - broken - Bred Blk - cf Feb - July Julie & Wesley Ginsbach, Newell SD...... 12 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 526 ...... $141.00 CONSIGNORS: Wendy Gianino - MT 6 Blk & red 3-6’s - Bred Gel - cf 3/13 - 50 days Antelope Sps Ranch Co, Midwest WY...... 30 ...... Black-Hfr ...... 444 ...... $161.00 Blk cmg 3’s - Bred Red - cf 4/1 - 60 days Belle Fourche Livestock Market, LLC is qualified to handle NHTC Jim Perino - WY 6 Gerald Ellis, Miles City MT ...... 119 ...... Bk/Rd/Ch-Bull ...... 483 ...... $181.00 (Non-Hormonal Treated Cattle) & 3rd Party Verified Natural Cattle. Gerald Ellis, Miles City MT ...... 122 ...... Rwf/Bwf-Bull ...... 481 ...... $178.00 For more information – give us a call (605) 892-2655 More by sale time!