Arlee was named for Chief Alee of the Salish tribe. The name, which means "red night" was corrupted in its English version when the "r" was added. Arlee was named Chief of the tribe when then-Chief Charlo refused to move onto the new reservation.
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Mission Mountains north of Missoula, Montana
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Mission Mountains north of Missoula, Montana
Mission Mountains north of Missoula, Montana
Mission Mountains north of Missoula, Montana