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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1957
Page
2
The Paris Post from Paris Idaho shows its masthead and publication notes with notice of second class mail status and post office details. Publisher C O Broxon is named.
The writer reflects on 1957 marked by Sputnik and Cold War tensions and expresses cautious hope that 1958 will bring balance. They urge Americans to pressure Congress for fiscal restraint and industrial strength as the new year begins.
A compact reflection traces December milestones from Delaware’s 1787 ratification to the Monroe Doctrine of 1823, Pearl Harbor in 1941, the 1942 first self-sustaining nuclear chain reaction, and the enduring link between December and Christmas, highlighting historic epochs.
Eisenhower illness sparks debate on how to define inability and when the vice president may assume duties. Proposals include a permanent emergency commission, Supreme Court ruling, or a joint congressional panel, each with drawbacks, to avoid vague outcomes in critical foreign policy times.
Tax officials warn that despite the relenting on detailed reports, the long standing substantiation rules remain in effect. Taxpayers should keep careful records, save receipts, and pay by check to prove expenses during audits. Prepare now to avoid trouble next year.
Idaho farm families face a cost price squeeze with net farm income near 1957 and a potential rise in non farm income. Food housing and transportation costs rise while farm exports stay high but below 1957 records. Cattle hog and dairy markets shift with higher beef prices offset by lower feed costs and rising milk production.
The Probate Court of Bear Lake County Idaho announces a private sale of real estate from the Olive King estate with Marvin Hymas as administrator. Bids must be in writing, 10 percent cash due at sale, balance on court confirmation, sale may occur after January 13 1958.
Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Stucki of Pullman and Ezra Ward of Chicago visited the Ben Bateman home Friday. A Sunday school Christmas program directed by Victor Reese and Violet Nelson was held. Patricia Patterson, just home from Hollywood, spent holidays with her parents. Visitors included Mr. and Mrs. Frank Tidwell of Salt Lake and Charles Hulme. Mina Pugmize’s son born December 12 was noted. Others visiting included Mrs. Mina Pugmize, Joan Haddock from California, Mrs. Lynn Bee of Nampa, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Talbot of Montpelier, and Mr. and Mrs. Russell Payne in Salt Lake.
Crop text notes a $1.78 per bushel price for 1958 white wheat, 22 cents below 1957. With a larger winter wheat crop and ongoing harvests, prices may fall after year start. White wheat prospects look better. carryover supplies may rise into late 1958 and early 1959.
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