Memories for Wednesday, January 18, 2023

10 yrs ago

Jan. 9, 2013

In her golden years

Sylvia Ohs was bursting with excitement at the celebration of her 100th birthday. Sixty-one immediate members of her family gathered at the Malta Community Church to celebrate with her. Her one concession to her turning 100 is having to give up her driver’s license; which she did – reluctantly, to placate her daughter, Karen Wiederrick.

Close to a spanking

The Malta M-ettes remain undefeated after puttin’ a whoopin’ on the Lady Panthers Friday night, 62-18. The team was led by Jayla Graham and Brenna King, who scored 17 and 12 pts. respectively.

Double wins

The Dodson Lady Coyotes defeated the Harlem JV 56-20 in action Tuesday night. Janessa Henry led Dodson with 20 points, but Raven Bear was right behind her with 19 points. In boy’s action, Jimmy Martin was one of four players in double figures in the 76-44 win over Harlem’s JV.

3C action continues

Saco-Whitewater Lady Panthers won big this week as they dominated Poplar 70-32 on Friday and Dodson 69-34 on Saturday.

Proceed with caution

The flu bug hit the Hi-Line Retirement Center and hospital in full swing. “We’re not closing them down, we are just asking people to use common sense,” said Ward VanWichen, chief executive officer for both places.

The vote is in

County Commissioners unanimously elected Commissioner Richard Dunbar to serve as chairman for the upcoming year. He succeeds Commissioner Troy Blunt. Newly elected Commissioner Bruce Christofferson joined the board after being sworn in. He defeated Troy Blunt in the November general election.

At the Villa

The HOBBIT

“An Unexpected Journey”

Starring Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman & Richard Armitage

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25 yrs ago

Jan. 14, 1998

Frustrated

Amid frustrations and challenges – some of them requiring money to fix – were aired at a joint meeting with the Phillips County Ambulance Service, Phillips County Commissioners, and the Phillips County Hospital Board. Each of the three groups agreed to attend each other’s board meetings two to four times a year “just to keep in touch more.”

An area of concern was the hospital’s recent change to “medical assistance facility” (MAF) and a possible misconception by the general public, hospital administrator Larry Putnam said. “We are absolutely not downgrading the facility, but the impression we get from some emergency medical service (EMS) is now you’re just a first-aid station.”

Fancy housing

Donna Ruble claimed first place in the Dirt Daubers birdhouse decorating competition in the “holiday” category, and Florence Schumacher won second. Winning the “traditional” category were Grace Lucas, first, and Hulda Grant, second.

Celebrating or suffering

Dodson lost two games on the road over the weekend. Ryan Lankford scored 19 points in the Coyotes loss, 63-37, on Friday. In Saco, Zach Cole led with 17 points in their 73-46 loss on Saturday.

Graduated

Army Pvt. Jonathon R. Dolphay graduated from basic training in the Army National Guard training at Ft. Sill, Lawton, OK. He is the son of Marvin and Dora Jones of Malta.

The Bee that doesn’t sting

If you knew that “mestizos” was the correct answer, you could have won first place in the Malta Junior High Geography Bee. Grant Cox knew, and won first place in the local bee last week. Second place went to Beth Johnson; third place honor went to Erik Faaborg, and Drew Brewer placed fourth after a tie-breaker was held.

Wagner to Bakersfield

Alvin Gladeau, formerly of Wagner, was nominated by the California Golden State Country Music Association for “Song Writer of 1997.” A song he composed was nominated for Song of the Year, also. He now resides in Bakersfield, CA., “Nashville West” as it is known.

Pay the fine or do the time

Justice of the Peace Gayle Stahl released a list of names who were delinquent on time-pay arrangements with the local court. With a quick copy of a certified copy of the docket page for proof, she can suspend the driver's license of those who are not keeping up with payments and are “just using the court.”

At the Villa

007 TOMORROW NEVER DIES

With Pierce Brosnan & Michelle Yeoh

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50 yrs ago

Jan. 11, 1973

Crash-bang-bump

A pickup driven by Nancy Tremblay of Dodson was attempting to make a left-hand turn on a street, when a car driven by John Levanger, of Glasgow, attempted to pass the pickup. There were no injuries, the pickup sustained minor damage and the Levanger car was moderately damaged.

Welcome, Wee One!

Robert Levi Silva was the first baby born at the Malta Hospital for 1973. His parents are Mr. and Mrs. Robert Silva, of Glasgow. The wee one weighed in at seven pounds and eight and one-half ounces.

Local talent featured

Jay Contway, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Contway of Malta was featured in an article of the Dain, Kalman, and Quail, Inc. The western artist-sculptor, who is part Indian, sculpts to preserve the old west, cowboys, and Indians throughout the U.S.

Locals listed

Making the Police Court of Magistrate W.R. Henneman were: Joyce Wright, spinning tires on pavement, $15; Luella Dalby, driving without a valid driver’s license, $20, and improper backing, $15; Ralph Young, improper backing, $15; John Carnahan, speeding in zone, $25; and John Craig Mangis, speeding in zone, $25.

Oh Oh!

Justice William Waters issued the following fines: Bruce John Boothe, Wagner, failure to give notice of accident by quickest means, forfeited $25 bond; Michael L. Lang, driving without valid driver’s license, $20; failure to drive in a careful and prudent manner, $25.

Engagement

The upcoming marriage of Linda Demarais and Jeff Hungerford was announced by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Delmar Demarais. Jeff is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Hungerford.

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75 yrs ago

Jan. 8, 1948

Calling all fiddlers

Malta’s Pup Tent of the Military Order of the Cooties is announcing the second annual old-time dance and fiddler’s contest for January 17 at the Malta City Hall. The event was staged here for the first time last year and drew an enthusiastic crowd.

Court Report

Clerk of Court E. Sklower reported 104 civil actions filed during the year, 33 of those being divorce cases. Four of those were dismissed. There were 54 probate cases, and nine cases involving juveniles.

Sentenced

Criminal actions include the State of Montana vs. Frank Stidolph; the defendant was charged with petty larceny and following a plea of guilty was sentenced one year to the state prison. Lyman Trottier was committed to the state prison for a similar term upon a plea of guilty for forgery.

Doctor, Doctor

Mrs. Joe Appelhans was a business caller in Malta on Tuesday. She has not been well for the past week and it was necessary to consult a physician.

Just a little one

Senator Paul Rice of Teton County delivered E. A. Neupert a two-month-old registered polled milking Shorthorn bull calf, the purchase price being $250.

Skidoo 4 U

Mrs. Goodheart was a passenger on Tuesday’s Skidoo for Harlem where she will spend a few days visiting friends and relatives.

Gamble’ers

Sig and Dora Flom left Wednesday to attend a merchandise show in Billings. The Flom’s own the local Gamble Store.

Taking charge

The Saco Panthers won over Opheim, 32-24 on Friday. Scheele and O’Brien added 11 points each to add to the win. They defeated Frazer in the finals, 46-35; Munson contributed 19 points, and Scheele was second high with 17 points.

At the Palace

Fri.-Sat.

MY BROTHER TALKS TO HORSES

With Peter Lawford, Edward Arnold & Beverly Tyler

Sun.-Mon.

Angel and the BADMAN

With John Wayne & Gail Russell

Tues.-Wed.

KISS OF DEATH

With Victor Mature & Coleen Gray

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100 yrs ago

1923

This is your warning…

Marshal W. H. Robertson had issued a warning to property owners that sidewalks must be cleaned of snow.

Released - Arrested

Loren Talert, who was shot during a disturbance at a show in Dodson, was released from the hospital and immediately placed under arrest by the county sheriff on a charge of carrying a concealed weapon.

Died peacefully

Mrs. C. C. Curley died at her home north of Wagner.

Some are still battling this one…

Mrs. Florence Kerr Facey, the republican representative from Phillips County, had introduced an inheritance tax bill in the state legislature. Governor Jos. M. Dixon had recommended the bill.

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118 yrs ago

No gold when it’s this cold

The New Year entered with 40 below zero weather. The Alder Gulch mine had closed down because of bad weather, but the Ruby Gulch mill was still functioning.

Starting up

The First National Bank of Harlem was incorporated for $25,000.

Visiting

Emanuel Sklower had spent several days here with his parents from Helena where he is employed by a chemist.