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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1961
Page
8
The librarian notes a revival in parents and grandparents reading to children and recalls crowds at the library with many youngsters eager to borrow two to seven books daily. A bookmobile program starting in July aims to add $5,000 for new books as state aid may expand access and stimulate lifelong reading.
Fragmentary excerpt references Columbus Edison Burbank and Lincoln. The text appears to hint at historical figures and places, with scattered phrases about discovery, labor and leadership. No clear event, date, or organized narrative emerges from the readable portion.
Hansen son of Mr and Mrs Migi Jammes Hansen will be honored at a missionary testimonial Sunday evening April 30 at Preston Sixth Ward chapel. He will enter the mission home May 15 for training before leaving for Sweden by jet from New York. Clair Hansen graduated from Preston High School in 1960 and has operated the family farm since then.
Leonard G. Parkinson spent days in California visiting his son Dr. Paul C Parkinson in Portland. He traveled to Oakland to see Spencer Parkinson and family, visited cousins Norma and Florence, and reflected on the 1905 06 LDS missionary work in Oakland San Francisco. He noted Bay Bridge capacity and earthquake memories and spoke of LDS church growth leading to a temple in East Oakland.
The 26th annual YMCA youth legislature in Boise April 14 saw eight bills pass the desk of Governor Scheele who signed six into mock law and vetoed two. Delegates from Preston High School included Quinten Crockett Jr., Judy Garrett, Charla Ann Bell, and Richard Larsen as the coverage group.
Idaho Senator Frank Church said Senate may begin hearings on a long range sugar program immediately after House hearings. The extension lasts 15 months with no major change, while Church urges a permanent plan benefiting domestic producers including Idaho beet growers. The extension lets the president withhold Cuban quota purchases and withhold Cuban quota assignments to the Dominican Republic.
The document outlines cost coverage under section 4, state satisfaction requirements, and 90 day maintenance conditions. It reserves the state to repair at the second party's expense if unsatisfactory work is not corrected, with weather-related suspensions possible. Signs must follow AASHO standards and erection is at the second party's cost.
Mr and Mrs J Clifford Forsgren visited Rexbury sixth ward Sunday. Their son Claytor was sustained as second counselor in the bishopric.
At a February board meeting in the Preston office of Prudential Savings and Loan, President Hayes and manager Lind highlighted the dramatic growth of the savings and loan industry. They noted that over 67 billion dollars of American savings are entrusted to S&Ls and that nearly 60 percent of home financing is done by the sector. Lind attributed growth to higher dividend rates and fund availability, while Hayes emphasized local impact and community acceptance. The board approved a $100 Preston area scholarship to a university chosen by the winner.
Loyal Hansen of Preston was elected president of the Idaho Association of Mutual Insurance Agents at the April convention in McCall. He succeeds Max Sarvis of Boise and will serve alongside Clyde Kelthisy Aas of Nampa as vice president and Bud Hinckley of Pocatello as secretary.
The column recalls Jim Gregerson, J C Penney store manager, returning to work after a Salt Lake hospital stay. A feared surgical operation was avoided as the issue was resolved without surgery. Expressions of friendship and local chatter cap the update.
Readable fragments show the 1961 safety roll of honor event honoring Luke Roholt Roy Grant-Smith A Sorenson George Upchurch Merrill Andrus and other workers at the company for long service in hazardous occupations with no lost time accidents. The banquet took place Friday April 14 at the county courthouse.
A reader note emphasizes courteous driving as key to safety. Being mindful of fellow drivers reduces chances of collisions and defines responsible conduct on the road.
Jiegion Auxiliary and Legion members from 15 southeastern Idaho communities will meet in Malad Saturday for the annual spring convention of District No 6. Fred Waters of Malad will handle Legion business, Mrs Merlyn Rawson of Rockland presideAuxiliary, and visiting officials include Bernard Gratton Emmett and others. The sessions include reviews of Americanism and youth programs, officer elections, a joint banquet at 7 p.m. and a joint meeting after a luncheon.
Rachael Porter presided at the April meeting held at Grace Gambles home. Ellen Gibson led the lesson with Janetta Hansen speaking on the Saints of San Bernardino. Anderson gave a sketch on Mary Pittaway Godfrey’s life. Lunch served by Allie Packer and Sophia Williams. Eleven members and three visitors attended.
West Side's relay team led by Eugene Maughan, David Lemmon, Kentingey, and Monte Williams captured first place in the half mile relay at the BYU Invitational track meet. Clair Hatch won 440 yards, while Poulsen took third in the 220 yard dash and Lemmon finished fifth in the half mile.
Students from Preston High School toured a Monsanto chemical plant in Soda Springs. Guides explained phosphorus production and demonstrated how phosphorus burns in air before the group visited Lava to spend time swimming.
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