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December 5, 2017 4:10 a.m.

Legals December 5, 2017

NOTICE OF SALE Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Timber Sale The Young Creek Fire Salvage Timber Sale is located within Section 16, T37N-R28W, on the State's Stillwater Unit. Approximately 9,034 tons, consisting of mixed conifer sawlogs, are of¬fered for sale. Sealed bids will be opened at the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, 2705 Spurgin Road, Missoula, Montana on December 13, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Bids may be hand delivered or mailed and will be accepted any time prior to the bid opening. DNRC recommends that bidders contact the Trust Land Manage¬ment Division (406-542-4300) prior to the bid opening to ensure that your bid has been received. Bids must be accompanied by a deposit of $4,576.00, representing 5% of the minimum bid value of the sale in cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft to be applied to the first sale invoice for the successful bidder. Bid bonds will be accepted and, for the successful bidder, will be closed upon execution of the Timber Sale Contract and Timber Sale Bond. The sale will be awarded to the highest responsible bidder. Award of the timber sale is conditional upon approval of the timber sale by the State Board of Land Commissioners at their November 20, 2017 meeting. If the successful bidder is unable to execute the contract within 30 calendar days from the date the sale is awarded, the bid deposit will be retained by the Department as liquidated damages. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids. Prospective bidders can obtain the sale prospectus, sale contract and bid forms from the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, Trust Land Management Division, in Missoula (406-542-4300), the Northwestern Land Office in Kalispell (406-751-2240), or the Stillwater Unit Office in Olney, MT (406-881-2371). Visit our website at http://dnrc.mt.gov/divisions/trust/forest-management/timber-sale-information for upcoming sales and bid results. Published In The Western News November 14, 21, 28 December 5, 2017 MNAXLP

November 21, 2017 4:10 a.m.

Legals November 21, 2017

NOTICE OF SALE Department of Natural Resources & Conservation Timber Sale The Young Creek Fire Salvage Timber Sale is located within Section 16, T37N-R28W, on the State's Stillwater Unit. Approximately 9,034 tons, consisting of mixed conifer sawlogs, are of¬fered for sale. Sealed bids will be opened at the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, 2705 Spurgin Road, Missoula, Montana on December 13, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Bids may be hand delivered or mailed and will be accepted any time prior to the bid opening. DNRC recommends that bidders contact the Trust Land Manage¬ment Division (406-542-4300) prior to the bid opening to ensure that your bid has been received. Bids must be accompanied by a deposit of $4,576.00, representing 5% of the minimum bid value of the sale in cashier's check, certified check, bank money order or bank draft to be applied to the first sale invoice for the successful bidder. Bid bonds will be accepted and, for the successful bidder, will be closed upon execution of the Timber Sale Contract and Timber Sale Bond. The sale will be awarded to the highest responsible bidder. Award of the timber sale is conditional upon approval of the timber sale by the State Board of Land Commissioners at their November 20, 2017 meeting. If the successful bidder is unable to execute the contract within 30 calendar days from the date the sale is awarded, the bid deposit will be retained by the Department as liquidated damages. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids. Prospective bidders can obtain the sale prospectus, sale contract and bid forms from the Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, Trust Land Management Division, in Missoula (406-542-4300), the Northwestern Land Office in Kalispell (406-751-2240), or the Stillwater Unit Office in Olney, MT (406-881-2371). Visit our website at http://dnrc.mt.gov/divisions/trust/forest-management/timber-sale-information for upcoming sales and bid results. Published In The Western News November 14, 21, 28 December 5, 2017 MNAXLP

November 17, 2017 4:10 a.m.

Legals November 17, 2017

Joseph D. Houston Christian, Samson, & Jones, PLLC Attorneys at Law 310 W. Spruce Missoula, MT 59802 (406) 721-7772 jhouston@csjlaw.com Attorneys for Plaintiff MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY RML MONTANA LLC, Plaintiff, v. JOAN E. GRAHAM and all other persons, unknown, claiming or who might claim any right, title, estate, or interest in or lien or encumbrance upon the real property described in the complaint adverse to plaintiff's ownership or any cloud upon plaintiff's title, whether the claim or possible claim is present or contingent, Defendants. Cause No. DV-17-216 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MONTANA TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS, GREETINGS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint to Quiet Title in this action which is filed in the office of the above-named Court, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to file your written answer and serve a copy thereof upon Plaintiff's attorney within twenty-one (21) days after the service of this Summons for Publication, or such other period as may be specified by law, exclusive of the day of service. Your failure to appear or answer will result in judgment against you be default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. A filing fee must accompany the answer. This action is brought to quiet title to land situated in Lincoln County, Montana, and described as follows: Lot 6 in Block 3 of Mahoney Tracts according to the plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder, Lincoln County, Montana. DATED this 8TH day of November, 2017. Clerk of District Court By J.Lafond,__________________ Deputy Clerk Published In The Western News November 17, 24 December 1, 2017 MNAXLP

November 14, 2017 4:10 a.m.

Legals November 14, 2017

Joseph D. Houston Christian, Samson, & Jones, PLLC Attorneys at Law 310 W. Spruce Missoula, MT 59802 (406) 721-7772 jhouston@csjlaw.com Attorneys for Plaintiff MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY RML MONTANA LLC, Plaintiff, v. BRUCE ALAN SWANSON and all other persons, unknown, claiming or who might claim any right, title, estate, or interest in or lien or encumbrance upon the real property described in the complaint adverse to plaintiff's ownership or any cloud upon plaintiff's title, whether the claim or possible claim is present or contingent, Defendants. Cause No. DV-17-217 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MONTANA TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS, GREETINGS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint to Quiet Title in this action which is filed in the office of the above-named Court, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to file your written answer and serve a copy thereof upon Plaintiff's attorney within twenty-one (21) days after the service of this Summons for Publication, or such other period as may be specified by law, exclusive of the day of service. Your failure to appear or answer will result in judgment against you be default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. A filing fee must accompany the answer. This action is brought to quiet title to land situated in Lincoln County, Montana, and described as follows: Lot 8 and the northerly 20' of Lot 9, Block 26 of the Original Townsite of Libby, Montana, according to the plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder, Lincoln County, Montana. DATED this 25th day of October, 2017. Tricia Brooks Clerk of District Court By J. Lafond, Deputy Clerk Published In The Western News October 31, November 7, 14, 2017 MNAXLP

November 10, 2017 4:10 a.m.

Legals November 10, 2017

NOTICE OF UTILITY RATE HEARING TROY, MONTANA Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 69-7-111 M.C.A. that the City Council of the City of Troy, Montana, has ordered a hearing before the Troy City Council to be held at the City Council Chambers, 301 E. Kootenai Avenue, Troy, Montana 59935, on Wednesday, November 15th, 2017, at the hour of 7:00 pm. The purpose of said hearing shall be to consider an increase in the current sewer rates of the Troy municipal utility system. The increase in the customer's average bill will be 5%. Further information may be obtained by contacting City Hall at 406-295-4151 or 301 E. Kootenai Avenue. Tracy Rebo, City Clerk/Treasurer Published In The Western News October 27, November 3, 10, 2017 MNAXLP

November 7, 2017 4:10 a.m.

Legals November 7, 2017

Joseph D. Houston Christian, Samson, & Jones, PLLC Attorneys at Law 310 W. Spruce Missoula, MT 59802 (406) 721-7772 jhouston@csjlaw.com Attorneys for Plaintiff MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY RML MONTANA LLC, Plaintiff, v. BRUCE ALAN SWANSON and all other persons, unknown, claiming or who might claim any right, title, estate, or interest in or lien or encumbrance upon the real property described in the complaint adverse to plaintiff's ownership or any cloud upon plaintiff's title, whether the claim or possible claim is present or contingent, Defendants. Cause No. DV-17-217 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MONTANA TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS, GREETINGS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint to Quiet Title in this action which is filed in the office of the above-named Court, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to file your written answer and serve a copy thereof upon Plaintiff's attorney within twenty-one (21) days after the service of this Summons for Publication, or such other period as may be specified by law, exclusive of the day of service. Your failure to appear or answer will result in judgment against you be default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. A filing fee must accompany the answer. This action is brought to quiet title to land situated in Lincoln County, Montana, and described as follows: Lot 8 and the northerly 20' of Lot 9, Block 26 of the Original Townsite of Libby, Montana, according to the plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder, Lincoln County, Montana. DATED this 25th day of October, 2017. Tricia Brooks Clerk of District Court By J. Lafond, Deputy Clerk Published In The Western News October 31, November 7, 14, 2017 MNAXLP

November 3, 2017 5:10 a.m.

Legals November 3, 2017

NOTICE OF UTILITY RATE HEARING TROY, MONTANA Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 69-7-111 M.C.A. that the City Council of the City of Troy, Montana, has ordered a hearing before the Troy City Council to be held at the City Council Chambers, 301 E. Kootenai Avenue, Troy, Montana 59935, on Wednesday, November 15th, 2017, at the hour of 7:00 pm. The purpose of said hearing shall be to consider an increase in the current sewer rates of the Troy municipal utility system. The increase in the customer's average bill will be 5%. Further information may be obtained by contacting City Hall at 406-295-4151 or 301 E. Kootenai Avenue. Tracy Rebo, City Clerk/Treasurer Published In The Western News October 27, November 3, 10, 2017 MNAXLP

October 31, 2017 5:10 a.m.

Legals October 31, 2017

Joseph D. Houston Christian, Samson, & Jones, PLLC Attorneys at Law 310 W. Spruce Missoula, MT 59802 (406) 721-7772 jhouston@csjlaw.com Attorneys for Plaintiff MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY RML MONTANA LLC, Plaintiff, v. BRUCE ALAN SWANSON and all other persons, unknown, claiming or who might claim any right, title, estate, or interest in or lien or encumbrance upon the real property described in the complaint adverse to plaintiff's ownership or any cloud upon plaintiff's title, whether the claim or possible claim is present or contingent, Defendants. Cause No. DV-17-217 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MONTANA TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS, GREETINGS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint to Quiet Title in this action which is filed in the office of the above-named Court, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to file your written answer and serve a copy thereof upon Plaintiff's attorney within twenty-one (21) days after the service of this Summons for Publication, or such other period as may be specified by law, exclusive of the day of service. Your failure to appear or answer will result in judgment against you be default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. A filing fee must accompany the answer. This action is brought to quiet title to land situated in Lincoln County, Montana, and described as follows: Lot 8 and the northerly 20' of Lot 9, Block 26 of the Original Townsite of Libby, Montana, according to the plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder, Lincoln County, Montana. DATED this 25th day of October, 2017. Tricia Brooks Clerk of District Court By J. Lafond, Deputy Clerk Published In The Western News October 31, November 7, 14, 2017 MNAXLP

October 27, 2017 5:10 a.m.

Legals October 27, 2017

NOTICE The City of Libby is accepting sealed bids for several vehicles and equipment. Anyone interested can pick up a complete list at City Hall. The vehicles and equipment can be viewed at the large parking lot near City Hall. The City will accept sealed bids up till 5:00 pm on Friday October 27th, 2017. Everything will be sold as is and all sales are final. Bids can be mailed or drop off at City Hall. City of Libby 293-2731 Published In The Western News October 13, 24, 27, 2017 MNAXLP

October 24, 2017 4 a.m.

Gov. Bullock to see off 'The People's Tree' when it stops in Libby

Montana Gov. Steve Bullock will be in Libby Tuesday, Nov. 14 to see off the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree — commonly known as “The People’s Tree” — at the beginning stages of its journey to Washington, D.C.

September 19, 2017 5:10 a.m.

Legals September 19, 2017

NATIONAL FOREST TIMBER SALE NATIONAL FOREST TIMBER FOR SALE, KOOTENAI NATIONAL FOREST. The ELECTRIC BLUE timber sale includes an estimated 438 TONS of Sawlog timber (equivalent to 154 CCF) and 61 TONS of Non-sawlog timber (equivalent to 22 CCF) marked or otherwise designated for cutting located within portions of Section 32, T32N, R30W; PMM, Lincoln County, State of Montana. This is a WEIGHT MEASUREMENT sale and all rates will be bid and paid for at a rate per TON. Sealed bids will be opened in public at the Forest Supervisor's Office, Libby, Montana at 9:00 a.m., local time, on October 19, 2017. The right to reject any and all bids is reserved. The prospectus includes minimum acceptable stumpage and the rate of required additional payments. The required bid guarantee is $600.00. A prospectus and other information concerning the timber, the conditions of sale and submission of bid can be obtained from Canoe Gulch Ranger Station, 12557 Hwy 37, Libby, MT or from the Forest Supervisor's Office, 31374 US Hwy 2, Libby, Montana. The USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Published in THE WESTERN NEWS, Libby, Montana September 19, 2017. MNAXLP

September 15, 2017 5:10 a.m.

Legals September 15, 2017

C. Mark Hash Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP Attorneys at Law 136 1st Ave. W., P. O. Box 1178 Kalispell, MT 59903-1178 (406) 755-6919 Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY IN RE THE ESTATE OF GARY LEE WOLF Deceased Cause No. DP-17-71 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be either mailed to JESSICA COTTER, the Personal Representative, by certified mail, return receipt requested, c/o Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP, Attorneys at Law, P.O. Box 1178, Kalispell, Montana 59903-1178, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED this 22nd day of August, 2017 Hash, O'Brien, Biby & Murray, PLLP By s/ C Mark Hash s/ JESSICA COTTER, Personal Representative Published In The Western News September 8, 15, 22, 2017 MNAXLP

August 29, 2017 5:10 a.m.

Legals August 29, 2017

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by Fred Simpson, as Successor Trustee, of the public sale of the real property herein after described pursuant to the "Small Tract Financing Act of Montana" (Section 71-1-301, et seq., MCA). The following information is provided: THE NAMES OF THE GRANTOR, ORIGINAL TRUSTEE, THE BENEFICIARY IN THE TRUST INDENTURE, ANY SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO THE BENEFICIARY OR GRANTOR, AND ANY SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE ARE: Grantor: Wilderness Preserve US LP, a Montana LP Original Trustee: First American Title Company Beneficiaries: Waconda Arizona Properties III, LLC, and Waconda Education and Incentive Trust Successor Trustee: Fred Simpson THE DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY COVERED BY THE DEED OF TRUST IS: The real property and its appurtenances in Lincoln County, Montana, is more particularly described as follows: Lot 226A of the Wilderness Club Amendment 9, (being Amended Plat of Lots 226 & 227, The Wilderness Club Phase 3, and Lot 245, The Wilderness Club Phase 4 and Golf Course, Common Area/ Open Spaces & Future Phases, The Wilderness Club) according to the map or plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder, Lincoln County, Montana. CS #4389RB AND An undivided 8/12 interest as tenants in common with the other owners of Fractional Estates in and to the remainder, particularly described as: Fractional Estate No. 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11 and 12 in Lot 228 of The Wilderness Club, Phase 3, a resort residence according to the Declaration of Protective Covenants and Fractional Ownership Agreement for the Wilderness Club, recorded September 25, 2015 in Book 359 at page 663. RECORDING DATA: Deed of Trust was recorded on November 17, 2015, in Book 360 at page 448 THE DEFAULT FOR WHICH THE FORECLOSURE IS MADE IS: 1) Failure to pay amounts due pursuant to the terms of the Deed of Trust and Grantor's Promissory Note dated November 16, 2015, secured thereby, executed by Grantor Wilderness Preserve US LP, a Montana LP, including but not limited to the nonpayment of the entire principal sum of Six Hundred Thirty Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($630,000.00) together with interest thereon at the annual rate of Fifteen Percent (15% through November 16, 2016, plus interest on the outstanding balance of principal and accrued interest at the rate of Five Percent (5% per annum from and after November 17, 2016. THE SUMS OWING ON THE OBLIGATION SECURED BY THE TRUST INDENTURE ARE: Principal: $630,000 Interest: $94,500 through November 16, 2016 Late Charges/Default Interest: $24,911.75 (through July 25, 2017, accruing at $99.25/day) The Beneficiary anticipates and intends to disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the real property, and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts or taxes are paid by the Grantor or successor in interest to the Grantor. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligation secured by the Trust Indenture. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of the sale include the Trustee's and attorney's fees, and cost and expenses of sale. THE SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE, AT THE DIRECTION OF THE BENEFICIARY, HEREBY ELECTS TO SELL THE PROPERTY TO SATISFY THE AFORESAID OBLIGATIONS. THE DATE, TIME, PLACE, AND TERMS OF SALE ARE: Date: December 15, 2017 Time: 10:00am, Mountain Standard Time Place: Lincoln County Courthouse, 512 California Avenue, Libby, Montana, 59923 Terms: This sale is a public sale and any person, including the Beneficiary, and excepting only the Successor Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid in cash. The conveyance will be made by Trustee's Deed. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. DATED this 25th day of July, 2017. Fred Simpson Successor Trustee STATE OF MONTANA ) : ss. County of Missoula ) This record was acknowledged before me on July 25, 2017 by Fred Simpson as Successor Trustee. Printed Name: Jodi R. Wilson NOTARY PUBLIC, State of Montana Residing at: Missoula, MT My commission expires: Sept. 5, 2019 Published In The Western News August 15, 22, 29, 2017 MNAXLP

August 22, 2017 5:10 a.m.

Legals August 22, 2017

NOTICE Whereas, the Board of Pardons and Parole has officially received an application for Executive Clemency concerning David Cox, convicted of the crime of Burglary committed in Libby, Montana, in the county of Lincoln, State of Montana, and on October 12, 1982, and received a term of 4 years with 1 year and 270 days suspended. Therefore, be it ordered that Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at 2:30 pm be set apart for the consideration of said Executive Clemency matter; and all persons having an interest therein desiring to be heard either for or against the granting of the Executive Clemency, are hereby notified to contact the Board of Pardons and Parole, 1002 Hollenbeck Road, Deer Lodge, Montana 59722, phone (406) 846-1404, to be present at 2:30 pm at the Board of Pardons & Parole office at 1002 Hollenbeck Road, Deer Lodge. Further, ordered that a copy of this order be printed and published in the Western News, in Libby, Montana, in the county of Lincoln, once each week for a two-week period. Sincerely, BOARD OF PARDONS & PAROLE Cathy Leaver, Adm. Specialist. Published In The Western News August 15, 22, 2017 MNAXLP

August 18, 2017 5:10 a.m.

Legals August 18, 2017

Douglas C. Allen 1010 Halo Drive Troy, MT 59935 Telephone: 406-450-1007 dougcallen77@gmail.com Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of ANDRE NORMAN BUSHNELL aka Andy N. Bushnell, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS No. DP-17-67 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative in the above named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be either mailed to Gene Bushnell, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at 510 Curley Creek Road, Troy, MT 59935, or filed with the Clerk of the above named Court. Dated this 1st day of August, 2017. Gene Bushnell Personal Representative Published In The Western News August 4, 11, 18, 2017 MNAXLP

August 15, 2017 5:10 a.m.

Legals August 15, 2017

NOTICE Whereas, the Board of Pardons and Parole has officially received an application for Executive Clemency concerning David Cox, convicted of the crime of burglary in Libby, Montana, in the county of Lincoln, State of Montana, and on October 12, 1982 received a term of 4 years with 1 year and 270 days ss. Therefore, be it ordered that Wednesday 30, 2017 at 2:30pm be set apart for the consideration of said Executive Clemency matter; and all persons having an interest therein desiring to be heard either for or against the granting of the Executive Clemency, are hereby notified to contact the Board of Pardons and Parole, 1002 Hollenbeck Road, Deer Lodge, Montana 59722, phone (406)846-1404 within 10 days of the date of said hearing, to be present at 2:30 pm at the Board of Pardons & Parole office at 1002 Hollenbeck Road, Deer Lodge. Further, ordered that a copy of this order be printed and published in The Western News, in Libby, Montana, in the county of Lincoln, once each week for a two-week period. Sincerely, BOARD OF PARDONS & PAROLE Cathy Leaver, Adm. Specialist. Published In The Western News August 15, 22, 2017 MNAXLP

August 4, 2017 5:10 a.m.

Legals August 4, 2017

Douglas C. Allen 1010 Halo Drive Troy, MT 59935 Telephone: 406-450-1007 dougcallen77@gmail.com Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of ANDRE NORMAN BUSHNELL aka Andy N. Bushnell, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS No. DP-17-67 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative in the above named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be either mailed to Gene Bushnell, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at 510 Curley Creek Road, Troy, MT 59935, or filed with the Clerk of the above named Court. Dated this 1st day of August, 2017. Gene Bushnell Personal Representative Published In The Western News August 4, 11, 18, 2017 MNAXLP

July 28, 2017 5:10 a.m.

Legals July 28, 2017

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE To be sold for cash at a Trustee's Sale on September 26, 2017, 09:00 AM at the main entrance of the Lincoln County District Courthouse located at 512 California Avenue, Libby, Montana 59923, the following described real property situated in Lincoln County, State of Montana: The following described premises, in Lincoln County, Montana, to wit: a tract of land in the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 11, Township 36 North, Range 27 West, P.M.M., Lincoln County, Montana, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point which is N. 89 Degrees 43 Minutes E. a distance of 2463 Feet, N. 13 Degrees 10 Minutes W. a distance of 142.8 Feet and N. 76 Degrees 50 Minutes E. a distance of 51.6 Feet from the Southwest corner of Section 11, Township 36 North, Range 27 West, P.M.M.; thence N. 13 Degrees 20 Minutes W. a distance of 300.3 Feet; thence N. 65 Degrees 29 Minutes E. a distance of 78.4 Feet; thence S. 13 Degrees 10 Minutes W. a distance of 315.4 Feet; thence S. 76 Degrees 50 Minutes W. a distance of 76.8 Feet to the point of beginning. More commonly known as 318 14th Street, Eureka, MT 59917. Edward E. Newell and Annmarie Newell, as Grantors, conveyed said real property to Shalom Rubanowitz, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for LoanDepot.com, LLC, its successors and assigns, by Deed of Trust on December 17, 2014, and filed for record in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder in Lincoln County, State of Montana, on December 26, 2014 as Instrument No. 255232, in Book 355, at Page 962, of Official Records. The Deed of Trust was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: loanDepot.com, LLC Assignment Dated: October 21, 2016 Assignment Recorded: October 21, 2016 Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 265805, in Book 365, at Page 16, All in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder for Lincoln County, Montana Benjamin J. Mann is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Lincoln County, State of Montana, on May 8, 2017 as Instrument No. 268659, in Book 367, at Page 439, of Official Records. The Beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust due to Grantor's failure to make monthly payments beginning December 1, 2016, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. By reason of said default, the Beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable. The total amount due on this obligation is the principal sum of $145,557.86, interest in the sum of $3,714.76, escrow advances of $2,265.21, other amounts due and payable in the amount of $585.64 for a total amount owing of $152,123.47, plus accruing interest, late charges, and other fees and costs that may be incurred or advanced. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantor. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee's fees and attorney's fees, costs and expenses of the sale, and late charges, if any. Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the Beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier's checks). The conveyance will be made by Trustee's Deed, without any representation or warranty, including warranty of title, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis, without limitation, the sale is being made subject to all existing conditions, if any, of lead paint, mold or other environmental or health hazards. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The Grantor, successor in interest to the Grantor, or any other person having an interest in the property, has the right, at any time prior to the Trustee's Sale, to pay to the Beneficiary, or the successor in interest to the Beneficiary, the entire amount then due under the Deed of Trust and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney's fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation or to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Deed of Trust with Successor Trustee's and attorney's fees. In the event that all defaults are cured the foreclosure will be dismissed and the foreclosure sale will be canceled. The scheduled Trustee's Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason. In the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the Trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Successor Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Dated this 17th day of May_, 2017. Benjamin J. Mann Substitute Trustee 376 East 400 South, Suite 300 Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Telephone: 801-355-2886 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8AM-5PM (MST) File No. 49508 Published In The Western News July 21, 28, August 4, 2017 MNAXLP

July 21, 2017 5:10 a.m.

Legals July 21, 2017

MONTANA NINETEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LINCOLN COUNTY In the matter of the Estate of BECKY J. SILVESTRI Deceased. DP-16-70 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that CATHY LIN WILKINSON has been appointed personal representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Ann C. German, attorney for the personal representative, return receipt requested, at P. O. Box 1530, Libby, MT 59923, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court at the Lincoln County Courthouse, 512 California Avenue, Libby, MT 59923. DATED this 3rd day of July, 2017. ANN C. GERMAN, Attorney for Personal Representative, P.O. Box 1530, Libby, MT 59923 Published In The Western News July 7, 14, 21, 2017 MNAXLP

June 30, 2017 5:10 a.m.

Legals June 30, 2017

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE To be sold for cash at a Trustee's Sale on August 28, 2017, 09:00 AM at the main entrance of the Lincoln County District Courthouse located at 512 California Avenue, Libby, Montana 59923, the following described real property situated in Lincoln County, State of Montana: The East 55 Feet of Tract 3 of Block D of JOHNSTON'S ACRE TRACTS, according to the Plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Lincoln County, Montana, as No. 2 of Irregular Tract Files. More commonly known as 117 West Spruce Street, Libby, MT 59923. Joan Sonju, also appearing of record as Joan D. Sonju, and Debbie Sonju, also appearing of record as Debra K. Sonju , as Grantors, conveyed said real property to Lincoln County Title Company, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for U.S. Bank, N.A., its successors and assigns, by Deed of Trust on June 6, 2008, and filed for record in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder in Lincoln County, State of Montana, on June 11, 2008 as Instrument No. 212031, in Book 319, at Page 698, of Official Records. The Deed of Trust was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: U.S. Bank National Association Assignment Dated: June 24, 2013 Assignment Recorded: July 8, 2013 Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 246094, in Book 348, at Page 693, All in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder for Lincoln County, Montana Benjamin J. Mann is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Lincoln County, State of Montana, on March 3, 2017 as Instrument No. 267793, in Book 366, at Page 770, of Official Records. The Beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust due to Grantor's failure to make monthly payments beginning April 1, 2016, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. By reason of said default, the Beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable. The total amount due on this obligation is the principal sum of $51,035.06, interest in the sum of $3,572.52, escrow advances of $1,090.83, other amounts due and payable in the amount of $114.89 for a total amount owing of $55,813.30, plus accruing interest, late charges, and other fees and costs that may be incurred or advanced. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantor. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee's fees and attorney's fees, costs and expenses of the sale, and late charges, if any. Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the Beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier's checks). The conveyance will be made by Trustee's Deed, without any representation or warranty, including warranty of title, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis, without limitation, the sale is being made subject to all existing conditions, if any, of lead paint, mold or other environmental or health hazards. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The Grantor, successor in interest to the Grantor, or any other person having an interest in the property, has the right, at any time prior to the Trustee's Sale, to pay to the Beneficiary, or the successor in interest to the Beneficiary, the entire amount then due under the Deed of Trust and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney's fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation or to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Deed of Trust with Successor Trustee's and attorney's fees. In the event that all defaults are cured the foreclosure will be dismissed and the foreclosure sale will be canceled. The scheduled Trustee's Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason. In the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the Trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Successor Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Dated this 18th day of August, 2017. Benjamin J. Mann Substitute Trustee 376 East 400 South, Suite 300 Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Telephone: 801-355-2886 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8AM-5PM (MST) File No. 48815 Published In The Western News June 16, 23, 30, 2017 MNAXLP