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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1950
Page
16
Yost said Idaho is off tax wise than most states and praised savings in government functions that acted as a brake on rising trends. He stressed continuing vigilance for efficiencies and economies so the trend toward higher levies can be slowed further, stopped and reversed.
A historical view notes that Pennsylvania riflemen with their long rifles aided General Washington at Boston and Bunker Hill, showcasing civilian ingenuity surpassing government capability, and arguing that government alone cannot sustain national welfare without individual genius.
The Associated Press notes Idaho taxpayers paid slightly less in direct taxes in 1949 due to lower federal income taxes and added exemptions, yet higher state and local taxes narrowed the net reduction. Federal revenue shortfalls prompt calls to curb expenditures, while federal contributions to Idaho rose about 20 percent. Property taxes moved up in 21 counties, lifting local charges nearly 10 percent overall despite a national tax decline.
A Waverly Dispatch viewpoint argues that President Truman sails the nation toward a welfare state as editors in rural Seinen survey call for sharp federal cutbacks. It urges returning power to states, ending subsidies, balancing the budget, and reducing social programs.
The BYU concert band under Dr John R Halliday performed here on Tuesday April 11 with proceeds benefiting the West Side band drive. Clifton and Oxford PTA reorganized Monday with Twila Henderson as new president. A seven to nine year old operetta Bluebirds in the Forest Court was presented by Oxford and Clifton with over 90 children participating. A farewell party was held for Ned Winward. Members of the MIA and local ward members performed and led prayers and songs during the weekend events.
An order has been sent for 400 choice rose bushes to restore 20 beds of the city park gardens. C H Huger, a volunteer, notes the replanting aims to recover roses destroyed by prolonged cold and to advance the restoration project.
Mr and Mrs Herbert Williams welcome a baby girl born Friday weighing eight pounds. Mrs Sadie Nelson returns to Weston after staying with her daughter in Fairview for winter. Weston village sets April 15 to May 15 as clean-up days for yards and buildings. Easter dinner served by Mr and Mrs Frank Keller for relatives. Visitors include Mr and Mrs Clarence Brown and Mr and Mrs Bob Brown. Biford Wentworth and Marlo visit from Salmon to see Myrtle Wentworth. Alma Nelson and Kathy Ray of Clifton visit. Dave LaPray returns from California to join Clyde LaPray and family.
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