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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1946
Page
4
A traveler laments severe potholes and degraded road surfaces across southeastern Idaho. He notes wartime material shortages and repair delays but argues postwar recovery should allow real road improvements to match rising vehicle ages and traffic, or risk more damage to automobiles.
The speaker urges the highway department to deploy workers to fill potholes and repave sections where paving has disappeared, arguing it would be good business for Ida ho and reduce junkyards being full.
The piece rails against James Petrillo for control of recorded music and radio, alleging blackouts during war and cancellations over royalties. It contrasts Petrillo with Idaho Senator Glen Taylor, who claims to curb Petrillo but ignores housing and material shortages facing veterans and the nation.
The Franklin County baseball league enters its second season on April 80 with four teams. Chris Knudsen is president, Hyrum Page secretary, and A C Hatch treasurer. Also noted are local notices of residents Mr and Mrs A A Merrill of Twin Falls relocating, and Miss Phyllis Workman of Preston and Mr Smith of Lewiston marrying in Logan temple. Elder Clarence Bodily returns from the Central States Mission. Work on Cub River and Worm Creek canal progresses with 1700 ft of steel pipe to be laid for a steep 60 ft drop in Railroad Hollow, costing near $4700.
Glencoe Mrs Selma Bergquist came home from Logan after a week visiting relatives and attending a quilting at the home of Mrs John S Davis in River Heights. Delmer Olson returned from the hospital with his newborn daughter Iss Ann Bergquist visiting for about a week. Lawrence Baird and family from Lewiston spent Sunday with the Olson clan.
A mix of quips, quotations, and short vignettes notes from a traveling salesman, sailors discharged, residents visiting relatives, and locals recalling "the good old days." It recalls Mose the job seeker and a country editor who retired rich, highlighting small-town humor and memory.
Police raided a burlesque show but released all performers after finding no incriminating items. Chief Head says no complaint will be filed for the public nuisance reported outside the A and I last Saturday. The noise disturbed several residents but the offense is deemed excusable for a first offense.
Two porcupines engage in a bizarre coupling described with humorous gusto. The scene centers on affectionate mischief and awkward physical contact as the animals interact closely. The mood stays lighthearted despite the unusual behavior.
Riverdale residents attended George Hobbs funeral in Preston last week. Numerous locals visited relatives in Linrose and California. St Barbara Neeley and Mrs L A Neeley traveled with her to spend weeks. Preston and Wellsville visitors named along with the Temple excursion attendee list.
Wards and son Eldred attend. Mr and Mrs Lewis Barrington and I M Evans noted. A wedding dance for Mr and Mrs Nathan Packer drew a large crowd. Guests include Estus Packer and Marilyn in Salt Lake City and Marve Packer’s dinner at the Hansens in Glenco. Weekend visits to relatives reported across several families.
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