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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1959
Page
4
Bear Lake County Fair Board invites sealed bids to install about 40 rods of steel post fence with 32 inch field netting and three strands of barbed wire at the Bear Lake County Fair Grounds. Include concrete corner posts and a 36 inch walk gate. Bids due May 12, 1959. Secretary George W Simmons. Montpelier Idaho. May 7 1959.
Charles Painter of the University of Idaho explains that interpreting soil tests ranks just behind taking a good test. Proper interpretation directs nutrient application levels and can indicate when no fertilizer is needed, saving money.
Painter notes soil organic matter tests are valuable when interpreted correctly and paired with county agent guidance. The agent knows local soil conditions and can suggest fertilizing programs to improve soil structure and fertility.
Obituary notice reports Murphy Smith died suddenly of a heart attack in Ogden after living and working in Laketown area. He married Lucy Webb and leaves two daughters, his mother, and two brothers. Funeral planned for Wednesday May 6 in Ogden. The column also notes May Day school festival and local social updates.
Idaho Health Department marks Mental Health Week April 26 through May 2 inviting residents to visit the State Hospital South in Blackfoot State Hospital North in Orofino and the Nampa State School for the mentally retarded in Nampa. Administrators say progress in treatment is evident though budgets limit further needs and urge public tours to learn about facilities care and staff.
Ezra Taft Benson told the Associated Retail Bakers of America in Washington that a national farm poll shows 55 percent want no subsidies or controls and a free market. He noted wheat states favor more freedom and praised bread’s nutrition while stressing low cost plans include enriched or whole grain bread.
A reader from Ada county submitted a 70 000 entry deer report noting a buck taken in Idaho county but missing bear confirmation. The terse note ends with the remark brain ate the deer.
The fishing season starts May 1 on all lakes in five northern Idaho counties and on Waha and Mann’s lakes in Nez Perce. Rivers stay closed until June 4 except for special waters. Details in the 1959 Idaho regulations from license vendors. A proposed local clearing house would match surplus fish and game with needy individuals. Local social notes report visits and trips by several residents.
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