Crane Named Manager of Franklin County Poultry Association
Rex Crane named manager of the Franklin County Poultry Association succeeding the late Melvin A Westerberg. Crane, a Mink Creek native and longtime farmer, will lead the group while also directing work with the Franklin County Wool Pool and serving with the Idaho state ASC office in Boise.
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Franklin County
Poultry , Association
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OF -Agriculture
Idaho
ASC
Boise
LDS Church
Preston
Franklin
Poultry Association Calls for Certificates From Growers
County poultry growers holding certificates of equity for 1949-50 must bring them to the Franklin office this week to redeem, says the appointed manager of the coop. The certificates are being redeemed and growers are urged to present their papers for payment.
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Franklin
Coe
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State Conclave Attended by Preston Delegates
Delegates from Preston attended the state convention in Pocatello last Thursday through Saturday. Attending were Mrs Dan Belnap, Mr and Mrs Owen Ainscough, Mr and Mrs Garth Sammons, Mr Boyd Davis, Ashcroft Merrill Hall, Hansen, and other voting delegates from Preston.
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Preston
Bycees
Preston High to Contest State Music Events in Georgia
Contestants from Preston High school who earned first division ratings at the district festival in Pocatello three weeks ago will participate in the state contests in Gaeta ameta Sodas and Saturday. They will be under supervision by Lyle Shipley and John Agente. Music teachers from the local high school accompany and lead events including the 90-voice choir, boys chorus, girl chorus, string ensemble, vocal trio, vocal soloists Darrel Jepsen Glide Durstelter Tony Beckstead Bonnie Boden Louise Johnson Connie Jean Affleck piano soloists George Foster and Karen Wells violin solo Johnny Bell cello Elizabeth Owens.
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Preston High School
Louise Johnson
Janet Knudson
Arid
Julie
Simmionis
Darrel
Jepsen
Glide
Durstelter
Tony
Beckstead
Bonnie
Boden
Louise Johnson Sand
Connie
Jean Affleck
George Foster
Karen
Wells
Johnny * Bell
Elizabeth,Owens
Book on Cancer Presented to Public Library
The library accepted a cancer education book as a permanent addition to its collection. Librarian Martha Ged des spoke for the board and the public can now access the volume, part of April fund drives supporting cancer education.
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Yantes
Martha
Geddes
Idaho
Preston Miler Pushes 1924 Record at BYU Invitational
At the 43rd annual BYU invitational in Provo, Preston High School stars led by Coach Oldred Lauder pushed for a new mile record. Rui ding and Gary posted a strong finish as the distance events showcased top prep talent amid a crowded field.
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Gare
Hameim
Oldred Lauder
Se Presta
Selk
BYU
Provo
Gary
Svent
Spotlight on Preston and County Areas Radio Series
KPST radio in Preston city presents Spotlight on Preston and County. The program, aired three times weekly on Monday Wednesday and Friday at 10 a m, features local people and stories from county towns, schools, churches and recreation areas. The first episode aired April 11 with Mayor Webb County Commissioner Ariel Nash candy Welch. The series aims to promote Franklin County and invites participation from towns groups and organizations. It will run through July and include segments on hunting fishing and local attractions.
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Preston
Cormmerte
Mie Lin
Readin
KPST
Preston and
Frank
Andy
Sherwin
Webb
Ariel
Nash
Candy Welchlin
Elda
Carlson
Franklin County
Franklin
Idaho Reclamation Group to Meet in Boise Next Week
About 100 to 200 attendees are expected for the Idaho State Reclamation Association annual meeting in Boise on April 30 and May 1. State Sen. Fred M. Cooper of Grace. Gov. Robert E. Smylie and Albert E. Moser of Dayton are listed as speakers at the events.
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Idaho State Reclamation
Boise
Fred M. Cooper
of Grace
an _association
Robert
E Smylie
U.S
National Bank
Albert ‘E. Moser
Dayton
Idaho
Local Youth Richard Baird Joins Holstein Junior Program
Receipt confirms Richard Baird of Preston accepted as a Holstein Friesian Association junior member for meeting daily club work with registered Holsteins. Daniel Roberts county agent recommended him. A merit certificate grants junior privileges minus voting. over 20,592 youths have entered the program since 1923.
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Richard Baird
Preston
Werm eHolstein-Friesian Association
of, America
Brattleboro
Daniel Roberts
Richard
The
Holstein Association
Clifton resident dies in moving accident near Holbrook
Clifton resident Viehweg killed when his house moving rig toppled on a highway ten miles north of Holbrook in Oneida county. He had lived in Clifton and farmed before moving into the house moving business with his family. Survivors include his widow and three sons and three daughters, all of Clifton. Funeral services were held Monday at the Clifton mortuary with interment in the Clifton cemetery.
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Lott Viehwep
Eays
Viehweg
Ogden
Viehwel Awas
Exanklin
Carl
Annie
Christine
Peter
Clifton
Adele’Mdser
Logan
Smother
Joe
Connie
Westover
Clark
Marlowe
Toseph
Wollits- Mogér
Vunder
Dora
Géneva Viehwee
Orgath
Sonny ‘Davis
Palmer
Preston
Divine
iGeneva
iViehshae
Ray
Croshaw
Joher Sans
Arthur ‘Sant
George’ Raymond
Logan ‘Temple
Pocatello
Merrill Gee
Wanda Kerr
Grace
Dial
Samuel ‘ Grangé
Pres
Shirley
Mo’ ‘Ser
Bancroft
Cub River- Canyon
Reed Lang
Mapleton
Bryan
Debbie
Sardiey i
Knife and Fork Club to hear speakers on year end program
Saturday evening Preston Knife and Fork club will hear speakers. Gardeman and district representatives will present credentials and reports. Six top personalities were selected from many. Officers promise an outstanding season program with details to follow after central office confirms engagements.
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Earl
Ami
Cen
Cranney Chevrolet Co. Owner Leads West Coast Dealer at Detroit Meet
Russell G Gramney owner of Cranney Chevrolet Co Preston left Salt Lake City by plane Monday at 7 am for Detroit where he attended meetings of the Chevrolet dealers planning committee this week. Only eight dealers from the United States were chosen to attend the planning committee sessions. Mr Cranney was named to represent dealers of the Pacific coast region and is expected to return to Preston Saturday.
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Russell
Pacific Coast
Preston
Sugar Company Warns Growers Over Irrigation Urgency
The Franklin County sugar company urges beet growers to irrigate as rain is uncertain and most sugar beets in western areas rely on irrigation for germination. Overcast skies and new wind add to the drought risk, prompting action to protect acreage.
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Franklin
County
Sugar’ Company
Tribute to Thomas Heath from Boise businessman
Ned Harlan writes from Riley's store in Boise praising Thomas Heath a long serving Boise Preston Chamber of Commerce member and Idaho legislator. He commends Heath for practical business sense dedication to the people and leadership roles while noting conservative stands sometimes unpopular.
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Boise
Thomas Heath
Ned Harlan
Riley’s
Thomas “Heath
S Preston
Commerce
Heath
Preston
Harlan
Iptedton
Chamber ‘of ‘Commerce
Idaho
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Paul Merrill Dies After Heart Attack in Preston
Paul Merrill, longtime Preston businessman and owner of a popular eatery, died yesterday in Brigham City after a heart attack. He had lived in Preston for years, later moving to Dayton and returning home to farm. Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday in Brigham City.
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Paul’ Merrill
Preston
Brigham
St. Dayton
Brigham City
Teen drivers urged to join Faycee driving tests May 5 6
Report notes many teenagers age 16 to 20 showed improved skills last year and invites participation in a May 5 and 6 written test resembling a driver examination. The test will be held at 2 PM May 6 at the ball park with entrants from Preston and Burley, June 7 10 with expenses paid to compete.
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Ithan
Ithis
Ball-Park
Preston
Burley
Joseph Smith 74 Dies In Preston Stroke Funeral Planned
Joseph Smith, 74, a longtime Weston area farmer, died early today at Preston around 12:50 AM from a stroke. He had been living in Preston in recent years. Funeral services are scheduled Saturday at 2 PM in Franklin stakehouse.
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Joseph “Smith
Weston Starmer
Preston
Franklin
Stakehouse
Preston High School Choir Contest Returns With Baugh Cup
The Preston High School Baugh Cup contest showcases young vocalists on May 3. Local schools compete for the cup sponsored by Horace Baughugh, with former winners listed and Rupert of Minidelsa High as the judge. The Preston High School 90-voice choir will perform under Lyle Shipley, opening at 8 PM. Admission is free.
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Preston
Eugen Worley
Pettértorg
Mrsh Tras
Donna B ‘Eth
Beckstead
Ned Stocks
Richard’ Merrill
Blaine. Wilson
Maxine
Condie
Mary
Jane Handy
Kathleen
Barts
Blanche
Joan. Cutler
Lenona
Edgley
Patricia Maughan
Robert ¢ Moore
Beth* Olsen
Yvonne Bartus
Rupert
Lyle
Shipley
Ken's Electric Co. Promotes Prize Contest
An ad from Ken's Electric Co Preston announces a prize contest with entries and a drawing to be held Saturday at 3:00 PM at the firm's building 1 North State Street. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
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Ken’ S Electric Co
Ken's Electric Co
Preston
Porter Jas Gorm
Blay
M. Ratithe
North
State
Poluim
Teonrite
Odell Hobbs Wins Fellowship and Degrees
Odell Hobbs son of Mr and Mrs Milo Hobbs won a fellowship in chemistry and will graduate with a master s degree and a bachelor s science degree He spent months in Mexico and years in the U S army as an instructor in the signal corps in San Luis Obispo and Camp Gordon He married Rebecca Hernandez of Fresno and they have two children Another Hobbs son Charles R will graduate in June from BYU with a bachelor of arts degree in religion He recently married Nola Davis of Preston
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Odell Hobbs
Milo Hobbs
Aiden
Meixico
S. Army
Preston FFA Wins First in Idaho Crops Seeds Contest
Preston FFA judgers add another trophy for first place in crops seeds at the Idaho State College event held Saturday April 14. Ray Davis assisted by Horace Morrell and Liv Orme oversaw judging of 25 weed plants 18 weed seeds 18 crop plants 18 crop seeds plus wheat barley and alfalfa seed. Lynn Bennett led the Preston team to 278.4 points with Shelley second and Carey fourth. individual high scorer was Bennett with 93.8 points.
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América
Idaho
Sai College
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Ray iJ.iDavis
State
College
Horace
Morrell
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Liv ‘Orme
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Lynn
Bennett
Gordon ~Jensen
Howard ’ -Sharp
Placid Dirst Wit
Shelley
Carey
Scurua
Blackfoot
Bonneville
Grace
Salmon
Howand
Shanp
Swith
Terry Porter
John
Palmer
Jerry’ Chatterton
Sthe-Fea
Lincoln
Saale
Das
Crsinez
Cloasy Rata Mic
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