Wednesday, October 25
Liberal vs. Conservative
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Arms confiscation was attempted
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Family farm policy change is offered
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Toole has expertise needed for PSC post
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Family's display is a creepy creation
POLSON — Just off Mud Lake Road on Paper Trail lies a pumpkin patch surrounded by ghosts, ghouls, witches and other creepy creatures.
Jon Tester knows what hard work is
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Benefit auction nets over $9,500
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If a Democrat takover occurs
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Wayne Marcus Hoelscher
POLSON—Wayne Marcus Hoelscher died on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2006, of non-small cell lung cancer. He was born July 3, 1945, to Marcus Frederick Hoelscher and Rocel Esther Dubberke Hoelscher in Hampton, Iowa. Both parents have preceded him in death.
(Mary) Coralie Allison
CHARLO — Long time Mission Valley resident (Mary) Coralie Allison attended eternal peace on Oct. 3, 2006, at Community Medical Center in Missoula from complications of a stroke.
William J. Mai
ST. IGNATIUS — William "Bill" J. Mai, 67, passed away Sunday, Oct. 22, 2006, at Community Medical Center in Missoula.
Arlee school board should be ashamed
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Tired of Burns' 'shameful' campaign
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Carol Marie (Paul) Buck
RONAN — Carol Marie (Paul) Buck, 60, was lovingly received into the arms of our Creator on Sunday, Oct. 22 at her home near Ronan.
Editorial on murder of Amish girls appreciated
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Ward Patrick Devlin
POLSON — Ward Devlin peacefully died of natural causes surrounded by his family at his home in Polson on Monday afternoon, Oct. 16, 2006.
Jore will do the proper thing
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Pirates host Anaconda Saturday
Defense was the name of the game last Friday night, as the Polson Pirates held Whitefish to less than a 100 yards offense, and clinched home field advantage this weekend for the first round of the playoffs.
Principled pragmatism is preferred
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Chiefs finish off the season with win
John Zsiray
Jore responds to Smith's allegations
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Toole: Taylor twisted statistics
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Virginia McMillen Gordon Harris
Virginia McMillen Gordon Harris, 88, died on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006, peacefully at St. Luke Extended Care Facility. Virginia was loved by all her family and friends and those who looked after her in her last years.
MDOT is deluged with letters
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Allegations about Constitution Party are untrue
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Ric Smith has proven track record
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Why, oh why?
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Clarification
In last week's opinion page we had a letter to the editor from Jean Abel in support of Jeanne Windham.
Deregulation hurt Montana economy
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Hudson Taylor family says thanks
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Windham deserves to be reelected
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Vote 'No' on CI-97
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Can't believe deregulation vote
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Arlee bond issues deserve approval
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Bison Range grievance filed : Could affect management talks
MOIESE — A grievance has been filed against the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service stemming from allegations that some Bison Range employees have been subjected to a harassing work environment by Tribal employees.
Thursday, October 12
Cherry Valley teacher is a 'star'
A star is shining at Cherry Valley elementary school, and her name is Joanie Bowen.
Randles benefit was successful
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Marian DeSaussure
POLSON — Marian DeSaussure, long time Pablo resident, died quietly at St. Luke Community Nursing Home on Oct. 7, 2006, just two months from her 100th birthday.
Firms offer to match Pantry donations
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Vandals steal Valley View road signs
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Leonard Raymond Joseph
POLSON — Leonard Raymond Joseph, 80, went home to the Creator on Oct. 3, 2006.
Larson takes over as Sheriff
Lucky Larson will take over as Sheriff next Monday, Oct. 16, after the county commissioners gave him the nod to fill the seat vacated by Bill Barron.
Manager or mayor? Polson voters to pick form of government
When Polson voters go to the polls Nov. 7, more than just candidates will be at stake.
How would Tester replace Patriot Act?
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Check candidates' habits beforehand
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Gerald 'Jerry' Blake
DEER LODGE — Gerald 'Jerry' Blake, 66, died Saturday, Oct. 7, 2006, at his ranch in Garrison. Jerry was born in Missoula, Nov. 10, 1939, to Fritz and Alene Blake, He attended high school in Missoula and Butte, graduating from Butte Public High in 1957.
Vikings rock St. Regis, 52-12
John Zsiray
Jerry Harris Winkley
ROLLINS — Jerry Harris Winkley, 68, died Sept. 20, 2006, at his lake home in Rollins. Jerry was born Nov. 17, 1937, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Jack and Madge Hutchinson Winkley.
Polson blanks Ronan, 41-0
RONAN— The Polson Pirates were able to complete a 41-0 shutout of the Chiefs on Friday night as they improved to 5-1 on the season in Northwestern A play.
A Little Off the Top: Finding forgiveness in the face of tragedy
If you're like me, the recent spate of school shootings in which innocent students — young girls — have been executed by deranged men has left me questioning the direction humanity is headed in. There have been three tragic shootings in just the past couple of weeks, and none more horrific than the one that claimed the lives of five Amish girls last week.
Rachael Lee (Repnak) Lapp
KALISPELL — Rachael Lee (Repnak) Lapp, 24, peacefully "entered into her rest in Jehovah's memory" on Sept. 28, 2006, surrounded by her loved ones. While Rachael was taken from them much too young, her family finds comfort in knowing that Rachael believed in God and will be resting in Jehovah's memory, awaiting the day when he will resurrect her into a perfect world.
Maybe Foley joined the wrong group?
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Vote George Bush backers out of office
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Jackson supports land access
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Jackson is still making excuses
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Catherine 'Babe' Bogard
RONAN — Catherine "Babe" Bogard, 84, died on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2006, with her family by her side at Saint Luke Extended Care in Ronan.
Marion A. Feucht
ST. IGNATIUS — Marion A. Feucht, 77, died peacefully at her home near St. Ignatius on Saturday night, Oct. 7, 2006.
PSC candidate Toole is called 'Old 59'
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Tax money is being wasted on U.S. 93
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Firemen's boot drive raises $7,900
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Lady Pirates drop one to Whitefish
John Zsiray
Wednesday, October 4
Harold D. Seifert
POLSON — Harold D. Seifert, 86, went home to be with the Lord Sept. 5, 2006.
Grateful for program response
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Someone needs to tell us why
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Minimum Wage Initiative needs approval
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Louis H. Moritzky
POLSON — Louis H. Moritzky, 53, of Polson died at his home on Sept. 14, 2006.
Tester takes immigration issue seriously
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Alcohol problem won't go away by ignoring it
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Casino owners worried about gaming discussions
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes and the state have yet to reach an agreement on gaming negotiations and many area bar and restaurant owners fear a Class III gaming prohibition, which could drastically affect their revenue.
Gladys Marie Jeffery Schmauch
Gladys Marie Jeffery Schmauch, 95, formerly of St. Ignatius, died peacefully Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2006, of natural causes.
Hollis Emery 'Bud' Drake II
POLSON — Hollis Emery "Bud" Drake, II, 82, of Finley Point died at his home on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2006, surrounded by his family.
86-year-old man climbs Mission Mountains
Del Palmer (left) and grandson Justin Palmer climbed the Mission Mountain range together.
Whole herd of skunks dispatched
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'Taylor has no idea' of PSC task
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Taylor's response was misleading
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Pirates' running game downs Bigfork
The Polson Pirates are still battling injuries, but their running game got back on track last Friday night, giving them a 35-16 win over Bigfork behind 288 yards on the ground.
County study recommendations should be rejected
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Patricia Marie 'Pat' BigSam
ARLEE — Patricia Marie "Pat" BigSam, 55, died at her home near Arlee on Sept. 30, 2006.
Rachael Lee Lapp
Rachael Lee Lapp, 24, died Thursday, Sept. 28, 2006, at Kalispell Regional Medical Center.
Wegner's school history program was appreciated
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Mary 'Neta' Young
POLSON — Mary "Neta" Young, 76, of Polson died on Sept. 27, 2006, at her home at St. Joseph Retirement Community in Polson.
Ralph F. Stockstad
CHARLO — Ralph F. Stockstad, 69, passed away on to eternity after a long illness on Sept. 26, 2006, at his home near Charlo.
Myrna Boller Fogliatti
ST. IGNATIUS — Memorial interment services for Myrna Boller Fogliatti will be conducted by Father Drew Maddock at Pleasant View Cemetery on Saturday, Oct. 7, at 11 a.m. in St. Ignatius.
Tester ad should be withdrawn
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