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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1964
Page
2
The Paris Post publishes weekly in Paris Idaho Bear Lake County owned by Thomas E Preston editor and publisher. It lists subscription rates eight dollars per year two dollars for six months in advance and notes postal status as second class mail under congressional act of March 8 1879.
The Post launches a campaign to raise circulation to former levels by mailing complimentary or sample copies to boxholders in local Post Offices. The editor notes modest gains since taking charge and invites Valley residents to submit news items while adding new features to attract readers and advertisers.
Weekend inquiry reveals former editors of the Paris Post including Mr Gobel who edited about 80 years ago, and William Holmes, John Wahlen, and Harold Swift. John Wallis recalls his father did not start the paper but assumed publication around 1890.
The Idaho League of Women Voters presents a lengthy series on the State Constitution and new Election Laws, while local discussions swirl over rumored plans to move the high school to Montpelier and convert Fielding High to a junior high. The School Board authorized the superintendent to study using existing facilities and to hire outside help if needed, with no final decision expected until full facts are reviewed.
The League of Women Voters promotes informed political participation under the U S Constitution and offers nonpartisan voter information. This first article in a nine part series examines Idaho’s 1889 constitutional proceedings and debates, noting access limits for librarians and readers.
A certification statement is sworn by Juanita W. Smart, County Treasurer, and Amos B. Hulme, Auditor, asserting the above appears true and correct. The document records official approval of warrants and financial accountability.
Everette Sims attended the wedding of his granddaughter Ruth in Nibley Utah. Ruth is the daughter of Keller and Mrs Anderson. Aston Spence travels with Merle Spence and Maurine Jensen to Logan to catch a bus to Salt Lake City and on to California to visit relatives. Nina Sorenson visits Logan at Evan Sorenson's home with family. Gary Hansen visits Logan with Arden Nichols for a few days.
The 1889 Idaho convention assembled 72 delegates from diverse occupations to draft a concise constitution. Delegates navigated conflicts such as anti Mormonism and territorial politics as they formed a document acceptable to Congress. The 1890 constitution enabled statehood, prompting current scrutiny by the League of Women Voters of Idaho for 1964 relevance and role in governance.
Mrs Alta Pugmire and Carol hosted a Pink and Blue shower for Mrs Joan Eborn in Paris Thursday evening. Dale Brooker and Alex Johnson from Salt Lake City visited the Willis Benson home and joined in a Crisco fishing outing during their stay.
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