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Newspaper
Caribou County Sun
Location
Soda Springs, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1964
Page
1
The week features discussion on reapportionment and a proposed constitutional amendment. Officials insist population driven districts risk chaos. hearings continue as governors and state legislatures weigh actions for November or a special session.
Local chamber announces a midday gathering at the Cafe Dining venue. Officials invite members to discuss upcoming events and community projects during the noon session.
The committee outlines dates for a forthcoming tournament at Falls and Springs courses with registration and a picnic planned around August 30. Details describe an ornament open match style event and committee roles for the championship.
Soil Conservation District inspectors led by Ronald Foster test grasses and legumes in Caribou with Dick Goody noting aims to find superior varieties. Trials include San Fain legume, new brome grass, Meadow Foxtail, and Latar Orchard grass with reported vigor, leafiness, and later maturity versus standard types.
Claude M. DeVeras of Wichita Kansas was elected President of Lions International at the 47th annual convention in Toronto July 8 11. Lions International has 720 000 members in 124 countries and runs youth programs community service projects and aid to the blind. Last year clubs completed over 400 000 individual projects.
Idaho records 100 traffic deaths by end of June 1964, up 21 from a year earlier, from 77 crashes including 11 with multiple fatalities. Pedestrian deaths total 11 through June, vs six last year, with rail-crossing crashes drawing unusual attention and noting a 1962 count of 104 deaths in the first half.
The Idaho Fish and Game Department revoked licenses of four hunters for several years due to careless firearm use causing injuries or property damage. Ten more hunters and fishermen lost licenses for shorter terms under an older 1932 law. Violations under Sections 36-432 to 438 and 36-429 guide penalties, with penalties lasting through the year unless a second conviction triggers longer bans.
A remark suggests that the effort to create history costs more today than the value history holds, reflecting on the high price of notable achievements and legacy.
Cadet Boyd J. Christensen of Grace Idaho participates in the U S Air Force ROTC summer encampment at Lowry AFB Colo observing and taking active part in flying and support operations during the month long program He attends AFROTC at Utah State University and aims for a commission as Air Force second lieutenant after graduation He is a Grace High School alumnus.
Mr and Mrs Dick Horsburgh and daughter Cheryl of Fonte nelle Wyoming were weekend guests at the home of her parents Mr and Mrs Charles Sneddon of Conda. The Horsburghs two sons Dick and Charles have spent the summer with the Sneddons.
Toni Sorensen of Bancroft and Betty Young of Thatcher will appear on Captain K-C's TV program Monday July 20 on KCPX-TV Channel 4 Salt Lake City. Captain K-C and Pixie will attend Caribou County Fair Grace Park Saturday August 8 at 1 00 p m. All children invited free balloons and refreshments provided.
Caribou County Fair will feature a full horse racing program on Saturday August 8 starting at 1 00 p m Eight races are scheduled including a half mile for 2 year olds non winners a four mile open for 2 year olds and several open races with varying distances All races have no entry fee.
The summer second drivers education class will meet Monday at 7 30 am in room 5 at Sarings High School Sohoe. Only students signed up at the June meeting will be enrolled in the first course.
Bancroft finalizes events for Pioneer Day on July 24. A Chuck Wagon Breakfast runs 6 to 10 a.m. A 10 a.m. parade leads to an L D S Church program headlined by Onan Meacham. Kids events and a 2 p.m. rodeo feature stock from Burton Lloyd of Montpelier. Queen Barbara Brangham with attendants Brenda Shipley and Diane Hateh were chosen at a July 10 contest in Banorgt.
Caribou County Fair opens August 6 and invites non professional knitters and crocheters to enter the 1964 National Wool Needlework Contest. Entries due August 3 with judging at the fair and awards across six categories including afghans sweaters and baby sets. Blue ribbon winners may advance to national judging with prizes up to 1000 dollars and a New York trip.
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