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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1944
Page
1
Farmers anticipate a large harvest with early crops ready and threshing beginning in dry farm areas. Wheat totals around 25 000 acres, parley 14 600, oats 2 000. last year wheat yielded over 800 000 bushels and this year may be similar due to moisture. Beets are doing well. rolling fields in Treasures ton and Riverdale show heavy grain stocks.
Citizens report that Dayton families learn of sons injured in Normandy battles. PFC Taylor, serving since 1942, was wounded in June after sailing to England and receiving a bullet to the left arm. PFC Webster, inducted last October, was wounded in March and later reported in England. Lyle Webster serves in the Maritime Service. Merlin Webster remains overseas.
A visitor report notes William’s candidacy remarks at a Preston event. He attacked the New Deal, criticized the OPA price cuts, and accused the administration of wage control. He warned farmers struggle under rising costs and prison labor used to suppress wages.
An annual rodeo event summary notes attendance and performance details. Bruce Wallace and Jane Yooneties are listed among organizers with connections to Preston and Pocatello. The report references a Marine combat team and a parade directed by Bruce Wallace and others, with continued coverage on page 12.
The obituary notes the death of Marshall, longtime Preston resident and former president of Franklin County Fish and GamieS assoc. He married Garnett Bowles on May 22, 1927 and leaves wife, daughter Sandra, and his parents Downey and Merrill. Surviving relatives include Lee Bergquist of Preston. He served in sports circles and planned to pursue Air Corps training at Chandler, Arizona after graduation.
Incomplete text fragment from a local newspaper page shows scattered names and phrases unclear in content. The readable bits mention possible location Idaho and figures but lack coherent event or outcome to summarize.
Absentee ballots are ready for overseas and domestic voters as Idaho moves to ensure ballots reach the auditor in time for the election count. Officials stress timely receipt to avoid delays and emphasize provisions for service members.
Mrs Bandol, widow of the late Attorney Bandol, takes over the Western Auto Store in Rigby from former owner Roland Swenson. She says she has been impressed by the business and expects to be happy running the operation, with no immediate plans announced.
Readable text shows a 4-H club Junior Division livestock show with boys and girls presenting sheep swine and cattle. The event features future farmers displaying their animals by club and group with plans to ban later in the day.
Readable fragments indicate a new Paint and Glass business opened in a southern state. Mentions of management and a single assistant suggest a small entry, with sparse details on location or officials.
The Bridger Wind SRIWyoming chapter announces the annual Bridger Hike for Scouts of America. Only registered Explorers over five may participate. details on dates and exact trip numbers remain unpublished as organizers finalize arrangements.
The center plans ahead for winter by canning surplus foods including chicken, peas, Swiss chard, and apricots. Appointments are available and guidance is provided to ensure sufficient preserved food supplies for the public.
Siaproves Dress Shop completed a refinishing of its interior walls with a new coat and updated the ceiling, marking a notable improvement in the store’s appearance. The work enhances the storefront for customers and reflects a renewed presentation of items by Mertin Smith and Meredas Vogue, noted this past week.
Fragmentary OCR style note mentions riders and figures such as Marcell Bird and Hawkes. Lacks clear event, date, location, or outcome. Context hints at rodeo business and possible recounting, but specifics are unreadable.
Fragmentary text shows references to Dewey and Truman, convention attendance, and strong support for candidates and platform. Mentions Evans and Wallace, with remarks on service to the country and elector backing.
Fragmentary note asks farmers to provide post-seeding harvest information and field details. The chaotic text suggests a query about crops, acres, and upcoming stages, requesting forthcoming data.
The article reports a county effort this week linking Preston and Grate, celebrating completion of a long planned project. It notes government commissioners and community groups praising progress and mentioning rebates and pension touches as part of the broader improvement program.
The text indicates a manager returns to the role at the Grand and Isis Theatres in Preston. Details of the appointment are unclear in the fragment, but the headline confirms the leadership change at the two venues.
A Tong plan aims to improve the music departments at the school by appointing Sinstructor for high classes. The program includes daily lessons and an evening option with Bird as a potential music instructor, possibly aligning with new arrangements.
Thousands attended a Marine Corps program at the Preston Night Rodeo with Master of Ceremonies describing rehabilitation efforts for diseased veterans of the Pacific War. Corporal Sack and Griggs demonstrated feats with bayonet and stick choke switch, drawing overwhelming cheers from the crowd.
Wilford Stokes announced the county AAA committee would issue certificates AA2 and AA3 to control lumber deliveries. The plan prioritizes essential farm use while allowing limited urgent repairs, with many approvals suspended and farmers urged to use certificates at gates to guarantee local supplies.
Aviation machinist mate Dean Huntington was home for five days during the last week from his base at Norman Oklahoma. Mrs Huntington and their baby accompanied him as far as Salt Lake City on his return trip.
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