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Newspaper
Paris Post
Location
Paris, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1955
Page
4
A Idaho legislative plan suggests replacing the state property tax with a tax stamp on beer. It would add three cents per 11 oz bottle, aiming to raise over 2.5 million dollars annually, surpassing current ad valorem taxes. Proponents cite beer’s light taxation and lobby influence as reasons to shift revenue.
A Monday wedding shower in the ward hall honored Mr. and Mrs. Murry Matthews with a short program and many gifts. Out of town guests included Mrs. Harrison Hess and others. Several local residents visited relatives and attended fairs and college events in Idaho and beyond. The article notes trips to Edmonton and Rexburg and mentions state fair attendance.
Local items report PTA meeting at North Rich High and Grade School Sept 12. Attendees include Earl J Passey of Randolph and many residents visiting Paris and Montpelier. Hospitalizations, falls, and family visits are listed with multiple Bear Lake and Logan connections.
A humorous exchange about travel misadventures shows plans spoiled by cost and chaos. A husband reveals he left tickets on the piano, while the pair bemoan luggage and delays at the station in a witty domestic scene.
Laurell Sorenson broke his wrist and Shurtliff injured his elbow during football. Arlene Beck and Joe Waston visited the Maurice Beck over the weekend. The column ends with a light note urging laughter as the straight road to the best.
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