30 Years Ago

From the Examiner Files

 


Thursday, June 15, 1989

Classy Country styles at 4-H Fashion Revue

The Country Classic 4-H Fashion Revue was indeed a pleasant stroll through stylish fashions created by fifteen youth participants. Walking away with top honors in the Senior Division was Amy Ullrich with her dark navy sharkskin suit. She will go on to represent Powder River County at the State 4-H Congress held on the Montana State University campus in Bozeman in July. Amy also received the top award in Skill Level IV.

Following up in the Senior Division with Reserve Champion honors was Stephanie Minow with a mint green and white front button dress with a detachable eyelet petticoat. She was the top participant in Skill Level III and also received the “Most Striking Garment Award” sponsored by Fran’s Clothing. Two other Senior participants who received blue ribbons were Kristy Birkland and Leann Brimmer.

In the Junior Division, Tedi Jo Elgin received Grand Champion for her short denim skirt and jacket ensemble. Reserve Champion honors went to Jaylene Terrett for her turquoise pullover and mid-calf leggings.

In the Skill Level II Division, Cassy Elgin won the top award for her turquoise and white polka dot sleeveless top and flared skirt, Kathleen green was recognized in the Skill Level I Division for her short jumpsuit.

Each skill level winner received 4-H “love knots” designed and contributed by Annie Brimmer.

Jody Terrett was recognized as the “Top First Year Sewer.” The award was donated by Sylvia Zimmer from “Fabric to Fashion”.

The Skill Level I participants received a notion gift, compliments of Myrtle May. They included Kathleen Green, Jody Terrett, Krista Madsen, Stacey Quade, Susan Brimmer, Lexie Clements, Mechelle Allen and Mandy Rumph.

All participants were given a congratulations balloon and Centennial pencil, compliments of Annie Brimmer.

Laura Lee Ullrich was the commentary for the Fashion Revue. Judges included Melanie Huckaba, Rosana Schonenbach and Dee Dee Isaacs. T.J. Cunningham escorted the models on and off the stage.

Teen 4-H members Tami Archer, Leann Brimmer and Amy Ullrich designed the setting and program cover around a country parlor theme. Sharyn’s Flowers contributed centerpieces for the Fashion Revue.

4-H Foods members who contributed to the country luncheon included Kelsy Rumph, Mechelle Allen, Missy Archer and Suzanne Trusler.

The morning program consisted of a series of activities that participants and other interested members attended. Workshops and presenters included: Amy Ullrich, tie-dye; Debbie Terrett, modeling; Laura Lee Ullrich, scarf tying; and Lilly Fortner, personal hygiene and teeth care.

Principal hired; search on for superintendent

The Powder River County Unified Board of School Trustees have hired a former Townsend teacher as the new secondary principal and athletic director at Broadus.

But, the search for administrative personnel is not yet over. Duane Denny, school systems superintendent for the past two years announced his resignation Monday night after accepting a multi-year contract to head the school system at Hinsdale.

Denny’s last day here will be June 30.

About 20 requests for applications have been made to fill the position, according to local school personnel.

“Energetic and enthusiastic” were the words used by several board members in describing Brian Kelly Patrick as their choice as new principal.

Patrick was raised on a farm near Gilford, located in the north-central portion of the state. He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree at Western Montana in 1981, with a Social Science and French major. He taught United States History, Government and French at Townsend for the past eight years, and worked towards his Masters Degree. Patrick received his Masters, in School Administration in 1988 at MSU in Bozeman.

Although he has no prior experience as an administrator, Patrick comes to Broadus highly recommended.

“He was extremely well recommended. I feel he’s going to be an outstanding administrator,” said Denny. “He’s really enthusiastic about education and working with kids. He feels strongly he can improve education, and that’s the kind of attitude you have to have.”

Patrick, a 30-year-old bachelor, will receive a salary of $30,000 as principal and will be paid an additional $2,500 for the 1989-90 term for his duties as athletic director.

He was one of about 14 candidates for the position.

The Board also hired Roger Paterson of Outlook as the new Math and Computer instructor to replace Wendy Vallejo, who resigned at the end of last month.

Paterson has five years of experience as a classroom teacher at Outlook, where he was also involved in football, basketball and track programs.

“Roger also came highly recommended. He’s one of only two teachers I’ve ever hired at an interview,” Denny said. “He’s enthusiastic and know what needed to control kids and teach them.”

A contract has been offered concerning the open Science position, vacated when David Dalthorp resigned this spring. Confirmation or rejection of the contract is expected later this week.

In other business concerning school administration, the Board Monday night offered Elementary Principal Hawley a raise, bringing his annual salary up to $35,000, a $2,000 increase.

Hawley had not been given a raise two years ago, but was granted a raise, from $30,000, last spring. He has served as principal here for the past five years.

According to a survey completed several years ago by Hawley, the average salary for principals in other school districts across the state was then $34,700, and about $40,000 in the Eastern Class B Schools.

 

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