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2C DailyHoroscope ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Contact with friends, especially female friends, will be important today and in fact, possibly personal and emotional. You feel rather protective of someone. (Possibly even jealous.) TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Some aspect of your most intimate life might suddenly be on public display today! For example, it could be a public argument with a loved one or a family member. Ouch. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You definitely have a strong urge to get away from it all today.

You want to do something different. You want to be anywhere but here. You need a change of scenery! CANCER (June 21 to July 22) All your emotional experiences today are more intense than usual. You'll notice this in your exchanges with others, be they casual or intimate. You might feel territorial about something that is jointly shared with someone.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Today your attention turns to personal relationships and partnerships. Contracts definitely will be more emotional. Don't react to others with a knee -jerk response. (Too silly.) VIRGO (Aug.

23 to Sept. 22) Duty comes first today. You're happy to be of service to others. You're very aware of how and when you have a chance to fulfill your obligations and duties, especially with respect to what others expect of you. LIBRA (Sept.

23 to Oct. 22) You might feel very i in TodayInHistory Today is Saturday, April 18, the 108th day of 2009. There are 257 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On April 18, 1906, a devastating earthquake struck San Francisco, followed by raging fires; estimates of the final death toll range between 3,000 and 6,000. On this date: In 1775, Paul Revere began his famous ride from Charlestown to Lexington, warning American colonists that the British were coming.

In 1907, San Francisco's Fairmont Hotel opened, a year to the day after the earthquake. In 1934, 75 years ago, the first laundromat (called a opened, in Fort Worth, Texas. In 1942, an air squadron from the USS Hornet led by Lt. Col. James H.

Doolittle raided Tokyo and other Japanese cities. In 1945, famed American war correspondent Ernie Pyle, 44, was killed by Japanese gunfire on the Pacific island of Ie Shima, off Okinawa. In 1946, the League of Nations went out of business. In 1949, the Republic of Ireland was proclaimed. In 1978, the Senate approved the Panama Canal Treaty, providing for the complete turnover of control of the waterway to Panama on the last day of 1999.

In 1980, the independent nation of Zimbabwe, formerly Zimbabwe Rhodesia, came into being. In 1983, 63 people, including 17 Americans, were killed at the U.S. Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon, by a suicide bomber. Ten years ago: NATO launched its most active day of airstrikes in its assault on Yugoslavia, pummeling refineries, bridges and dozens of other targets in the 25th straight day of attacks. Wayne Gretzky played his last National Hockey League game as his New York Rangers lost to Pitts- INDEPENDENT AreaDeaths Elizabeth 'Liz' Primrose Perry Hammerstrom Benner Elizabeth Benner, a longtime resident Billings, passed away April 1, 2009, in where she had lived 2005.

She was 85. born in Billings on 1923, to Ida Mae Primrose Perry and Dr. Wilson James Perry. Liz was part of the first class Benner to graduate Benner from Billings Senior High School in 1941. She and her treasured school friends Lorraine, Marion, Norma Amy and the late Norma R.

formed a "sewing club" and continued to meet every month for over 60 years. These were her lifelong best friends, whom she dearly missed when she moved to Helena to be closer to family. Liz attended Billings Business College and worked at Eaton Metal during World War II until she married. After many years as a dedicated mother and homemaker, Liz returned to work as secretary for the Psychology Department at Eastern Montana College. She worked there from 1970 until she retired in 1984.

Elizabeth married her first husband, Roger Keith Hammerstrom, in 1946 and raised five children. She baked wonderful bread and cinnamon rolls that greeted the kids after school. She and Roger loved camping with their young family in Yellowstone Park and Teton National Park every summer. After the kids were grown, Liz enjoyed hosting family reunions. Roger died in 1981.

Liz married her second husband, Walter Benner, in 1984. They enjoyed active retirement years and traveled to many exotic places with senior citizen tour groups. They volunteered with RSVP and enjoyed the Senior Citizens' Center luncheons with friends. Liz was very fond of her step-families, Walt's sons, Steve (Tricia) Benner of Dallas and Todd (Karen) Benner and their daughter, Hailey, of Billings. Walt died in 2002.

In her 80s, Liz enjoyed the company of special Benner friend, Fred Michael. They attended so many a of Little League games together, one team "adopted" them as team Helena, since grandparents. They were once kicked out of the Liz was Golden Corral buffet for July 15, taking brownies home in their pockets, but were eventually accepted back on good behavior. Liz loved tennis, sewing and watercolor painting. She liked to wear big earrings, sparkles and lots of pink.

She loved all types of live musical performances, played piano decently herself and encouraged her children to enjoy music as well. She attended high school and middle school band concerts long after her own kids graduated from high school. She encouraged all her children to get a college education. She completed large, unique, yarn -stitched nature scenes to adorn the walls of her children's homes. She spent over 20 years as a Sunday school teacher, Girl Scout leader, and Boy Scout den mother.

Liz cared deeply for others. She was proud of her family and satisfied with her life. She enjoyed her last few years under the loving care of the staff of the Waterford Retirement Community, who treated us all like family. She loved coffee and never met a chocolate chip cookie she didn't like. She especially enjoyed all the special attention she received from her friends at the Park Avenue Bakery on frequent outings with her son-in-law, Gary.

She died happy. Liz is survived by her children, DiAnn Blesse of Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada, Carol (Don) Oberquell of Clyde Park, Sonia (Val) Lundin of Wilton, N.D., Joan (Gary) Anderson of Helena, and Donald (Adella) Hammerstrom of West Richland, 11 grandchildren; two great -grandchildren; and by her brother, Wilson "Bill" Perry of Carmichael, Calif. Memorials to Intermountain in Helena would have been Liz's wish. No services are planned at this time. A family memorial is planned for summer Retz Funeral Home Pre-Arrangements Providing Caring and Traditional Funeral Services Personal Service Cremation Services Randy Wilke Tom Twichel Chris Holt D.

Ross Andersen "A Dignity Memorial Provider' 406-442-1550 PENDING MERRICK, Judith "June," 89, of The Waterford. A memorial service is pending at this time and will be announced when arrangements have been completed. To offer condolences to June's family or to share a memory of June, please visit www.mem.com. MONDAY HOENKE, Edwin 78, of Helena. A memorial service will be held at 3:30 p.m.

on Monday, April 20, at Retz Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Ed's name are suggested to the Helena Food Share, 1616 Lewis Helena, MT 59601 or to an organization of the donor's choice. To offer condolences to Ed's family or to share a memory of Ed, please visit www.mem.com. Retz Funeral Home, 442-1550 HAGLER INDERSON MORTUARY AND ANDERSON CREMATION SERVICES 442-8520 TODAY PICKERING, Elvina 92, of Helena. Chapel services are scheduled at 11 a.m., today, April 18, at Hagler -Anderson Chapel with interment following at Sunset Memorial Gardens.

Memorials may be sent in Elvina's name to St. John's Lutheran Church, 1000 Helena Helena, MT 59601. MONDAY MORROW, Michael 64, of Helena. Chapel services are scheduled at 11 a.m., Monday, April 20, at -Anderson Chapel. Cremation will take place following services.

Memorials in Michael's name may be sent to the Helena Indian Alliance, 435 N. Last Chance Gulch, Helena, MT 59601. Hagler -Anderson Funeral Home 442-8520 SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2009 love with someone today. Even casual flirtations excite you a lot. (Oh, my.) SCORPIO (Oct.

23 to Nov. 21) You need some private time to curl up in a prenatal position at home. Give yourself some relaxing moments to just be comfortable in private. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec.

21) It's easy to be persuaded or influenced by others today. You seem to be waffling about something. A female relative might play a strong role today. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan.

19) It's easy to identify with your possessions today. Because of this, you might be reluctant to share something or loan somebody something. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) You feel a strong need to belong to others today.

You want to be reassured by friends that they care. Nevertheless, you're also emotionally giving today. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Work alone or behind the scenes today. You need to withdraw from the busyness of life around you.

Take a mental health day if you can. YOU BORN TODAY The notion of protecting things or defending others is a strong theme in your life. You value your honor, and you respect the honor of others. You're fair- -minded and highly energetic in your attempt to champion the righteous causes of others. Obviously, this means you are loyal to your family.

Your year ahead is wonderfully social and pleasant, and is favorable for relationships. Birthdate of: Conan O'Brien, TV host; David Tennant, actor; Clarence Darrow, Scopes trial defense attorney. burgh 2-1 in overtime at Madison Square Garden. Five years ago: Spanish Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero ordered a withdrawal of Spanish troops from Iraq, fulfilling a campaign pledge and trying to calm his uneasy nation after bombings that killed 191 people in Madrid. One year ago: Addressing the United Nations, Pope Benedict XVI said international cooperation needed to solve urgent problems was "in crisis" because decisions rested in the hands of a few powerful nations.

Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin gave birth to her fifth child, a son named Trig. Today's Birthdays: Actress Barbara Hale is 88. Actor Clive Revill is 79. Actor James Drury is 75.

Actor Robert Hooks is 72. Actress Hayley Mills is 63. Actor James Woods is 62. Actress -director Dorothy Lyman is 62. Actress Cindy Pickett is 62.

Country musician Walt Richmond (The Tractors) is 62. Country musician Jim Scholten (Sawyer Brown) is 57. Actor Rick Moranis is 56. Actress Melody Thomas Scott is 53. Actor Eric Roberts is 53.

Actor John James is 53. Rock musician Les Pattinson (Echo and the Bunnymen) is 51. Author -journalist Susan Faludi is 50. Actress Mary Birdsong is 41. Actress Jane Leeves is 48.

Talk show host Conan O'Brien is 46. Bluegrass singer- -musician Terry Eldredge is 46. Actor Eric McCormack is 46. Actress Maria Bello is 42. Rock musician Greg Eklund (The Oolahs) is 39.

Actor David Tennant is 38. Country musician Marvin Evatt is 35. Rhythm -and -blues singer Trina (Trina and Tamara) is 35. Actress Melissa Joan Hart is 33. Actor Sean Maguire is 33.

Actress America Ferrera is 25. Actress Alia Shawkat is 20. Actor Moises Arias is 15. Thought for Today: "Imagination is more important than knowledge." Albert Einstein (1879-1955). Darrell Wayne Bull Darrell Wayne Bull went to be with the Lord, Thursday, April 16, 2009, at the home of a family member in Chattanooga, Tenn.

Darrell was born on Nov. 26, 1959, in Athens, Tenn. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Rufus and Delma Bull, Jean Harper and Dwight Overton, and several uncles. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Etowah, Tenn. Darrell was considered a good -hearted person by all that knew him.

He attended school at McMinn Central High School in Englewood, Tenn. He also served in the U.S. Navy on the submarine USS Lafayette. He was a very talented construction worker for most of his life. Survivors include his son, Max Bull of Delano, Edwin Ervin Hoenke Edwin Ervin Hoenke, 78, of Helena died peacefully at his home in Helena early Wednesday morning, April 15, 2009.

He was born in Plevna June 20, 1930, to Arthur J. and Rose (Koschel) Hoenke. Ed worked as a cabinet Hoenke maker. Ed and Joy Edgar were married in June 1961. Two daughters, Lynette and Christine, were born to this marriage.

Ed and Joy later divorced. Ed was preceded in death by his parents; his twin brother; two sisters; and a daughter, Catherine Hoenke. He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Dorothy B. Job of Helena; daugh- Bradford Jacob Hoover Hoover Bradford Jacob Hoover beloved son, brother and father, passed away peacefully in his cabin on Feb. 7, 2009, after a battle with ALS, at the age of 51.

He grew up with his family in Escondido, Hoover and loved to travel, but the great outdoors was his place of choice. He hooked up with a buddy and rode horseback down the Crest Trail, from Oregon to California. His daughter, Athena, was born in 1984 and lives in daughter, Stella Bull of Florida; father and stepmother, Jimmy and Judy Bull of Etowah; mother, Juanita Bull of Helena; brothers and sisters-in-law, Ricky and Pamela Bull of Knoxville, Tenn. and Randy and Kelley Bull of Acworth, sister and brotherin-law, Sheryl and Kenny Poteet of Helena; half brother, James Bull of Virginia; and stepbrothers, Camden Sutherland and Bradley Sutherland, both of Etowah. He is further survived by nieces and nephews, Garrett and McKenzie Poteet of Helena, Raley, Alex, and Nic Bull of Acworth, and Brad and Trenda Dyer of Mohawk, Tenn.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 20, from 6-8 p.m. at Bordwine Funeral Home in Etowah with a private burial at a later date. ters, Lynette (Mike) Schmit and Christine (Phil) Boucher, all of Helena; son, James Hoenke of Missoula; sister, Clara Reynolds of Superior; five grandchildren, Jessica Heller, Adam Imhoff, Brian Gard, Brandon Gard and David Hoenke; and four great -grandchildren, Madisyn and Justice Gard, Audin Hoenke and Caydin Hoenke. A memorial service celebrating Ed's life will be at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, April 20, at the Retz Funeral Home Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials in Ed's name to the Helena Food Share, 1616 Lewis Helena, MT 59601, or to an organization of the donor's choice. To offer condolences to Ed's family or to share a memory of Ed, please visit www.mem.com. the spirit of her dad. They moved to Montana 13 years ago, bought some land and lived in a teepee through the winter. He often quizzed Athena, "What is wood?" If she answered, "warmth," she got it right.

When the time was right he cleared the land and built his cabin. Brad found his niche in Craig as a fly fishing guide, on the Missouri River. He loved floating down the Missouri, guiding his clients and enjoying the gorgeous river. He is survived by his daughter, Athena; mother, Betty; sister, Marianne; and brother, Kim. A memorial is planned in his honor in Craig at the boat ramp on May 2 at 11 a.m.

Big Sky Cremations Funeral Services 2 West Main East Helena 227-2241 the family requests donations be made to the Nade Haines Memorial Fund, Valley Bank, John Anthony, P.O. Box 5269, Helena, 59604. FUNERAL SERVICES RECEPTION AREA TODAY Several of her favorite HAINES, Nade, 55, of charities will be gifted in Helena. Funeral Mass will her honor. You may send be at 9 a.m.

today, April condolences to 18, at the Cathedral of St. www.bigskyfunerals.com. Helena. Interment will be Big Sky Cremations at Resurrection Cemetery. and Funeral Services Nade loved cheerful col- 227-2241 ors, so it is requested to wear them instead of black.

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