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Newspaper
Caribou County Sun
Location
Soda Springs, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1957
Page
1
A state wide agricultural development program plans methods for improving all phases of farming and livestock. Census 1954 figures show Idaho income by crops and livestock totals, with dairy and cattle sectors highlighted as key drivers. The project stresses farmer leadership and county representation to meet food supply goals.
Mr and Mia Peterson and their three year old daughter Jolene were at the hospital after Jolene cut her arm requiring thirteen stitches. Their late model car was taken from behind the hospital between six and seven o clock Monday evening while the parents rushed their daughter to care. The keys were left in the ignition and the vehicle contained Carpenter tools belonging to Mr Peterson and some from Horsley Brothers Co.
Reported earnings from a potato harvest drive show Grace elementary, Grace junior high, and various high school groups totaling $20,108. Individual figures include 91 students earning $1,375, 85 students $2,278, 17 students $5,347, 106 students $6,928, and 43 students $418.
Mr and Mrs Ralph Taylor announce the opening of a roller skating rink in Alexander gym within about two weeks. They are redecorating the space and will share the exact opening date soon. Mr Taylor teaches math and payroll at Soda Springs High School.
A Utah cattlemen’s association group urges reduced forest land use to protect watershed values and the cattle industry. The effort seeks judicious forest management and coordination among regional leaders to address timber development and damage.
Town motor show to display first batch of 1988 automobiles at Kincolns center Friday. Plans include four new models from Continental with advances like retractable hoods and balanced engines. Mr. Ralph Kelly and Mrs. Arthur Kelly to attend as guests.
A district meeting of the Caribou county wheat growers association will be held at the Preston courthouse on Monday November 4 at 8 00 p m. Charles Gabby state president will attend to answer questions about the proposed program. For attendance contact the county agent for transportation.
Redecorating work at the Soda Springs fe chapel delayed the Ward sale and carnival from last Saturday. The paint did not dry in time and the project was not completed. new date set for about three weeks later with a full chapel retiling and notice to follow.
Farmers Union schedules a meeting for November 4 at 8 p m in Grace. The notice specifies the gathering location and time for members to discuss union activities.
K J Allred announces the grand opening of B and K Jewelers this Saturday November 2. Read aloud event details indicate a ceremonial debut with store activities and potential promotions for early shoppers.
Funeral services were held Monday October 28 for Simpson Roper 67 of Grace born January 5 1890 in Preston Idaho died October 24 at his Grace residence. Surviving children include Howard Frank Leo Orson Helen Ida and 16 grandchildren. Interment was in Preston cemetery with Bishop C D Simmons officiating.
The Soda Springs grade school forms a Junior Safety Patrol under Police Chief Jack Lewis. Sixth graders patrol cross walks with red flags, while fourth and fifth graders monitor playgrounds. Kiwanis and Lions clubs supply two patrol outfits each, with Chief Lewis and Sheriff Marriott contributing one more.
Fish and Game Department and local sportsmen salvaged about 1 000 pounds of trout when water was turned off below the Blackfoot reservoir last Friday. Roughly 600 pounds were returned to the reservoir while 400 pounds could not be saved. helpers received a trout limit to take home. Participants included Wendell Twitchell Ralph Pehrson Glenn Paige La Var Jacklin and Norman Floyd of Grace. The Grace tank truck delivered the aid and Doyal Stiles, president of the Caribou Wildlife Protective Association, thanked all helpers. The river dries up immediately downstream to Trail Creek after the shutdown.
Four girls placed in the wool growers contest held at Bannock County courthouse in Pocatello. In sub teen Karen Meiners won first with a sewing kit and charm bracelet. Geniel Rindlisbaker of Lund finished fourth, Shir ley Bedford of Chesterfield and Carolyn Whitworth of Chesterfield tied for sixth in the junior and senior divisions for their coats.
Grace 2nd Ward schedules a building benefit auction for November 9 featuring machinery, dogs, furniture, geese and household goods. The sale supports building a stake house as part of a large Grace church project serving both the First and Second wards.
R J Coppard announces the 1958 Ford lineup and invites the public to a sneak preview event. The notice highlights new Ford models and urges customers to visit for first looks and specifications.
Mildred Elsie Stanley Stoor died in LDS Hospital Salt Lake City on October 23. She was born October 31, 1897 in Park City Utah to Cyrus William and Elizabeth Orr Stanley. She is survived by her husband four sons a daughter and four brothers.
Longenbohn & Son in Grace shows 1958 Plymouth and DeSoto cars on Friday November 1. Dan Longenbohn returned from Salt Lake City where he joined over 50 De Soto dealers for the annual dealer announcement praising DeSoto’s new lines Fireflite Firedome Firesweep and Adventure series with 18 body styles including four convertibles.
Thora Tingey reports on a regional program to boost practical nurse training. A 1983 federal study shows a large gap between needed and graduated licensed practical nurses. A state wide survey supports expanding education and scope of duties for practical nurses in Caribou.
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