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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1956
Page
4
A historical notice lists mechanical staff positions including staff printer operator and compositor apprentice roles with emphasis on shop floor assignments and skill progression.
The health issue of President Eisenhower gains new momentum amid the Dump Dick campaign led by Harold Stassen. Maryland Governor McKeldin appeared at the White House with a prewritten statement claiming the president "looks good" and later clarified that the president "looks remarkably good" after meeting him.
President Eisenhower answered reporters with candor about his health and future plans. He said he felt well but not as strong as a year ago and stressed he would listen to the American people before any decision on running again.
The 1956 fiscal year yields the 98th surplus and 68th deficit since 1789, marking a long era with a three to two overall balance over 168 years. Since the 1930s the budget has been in balance only five times, with earlier decades 1920s and 1870–90 showing full balance. Total receipts since 1789 exceed $800 billion, while expenditures exceed receipts by about $270 billion, reflecting the national debt.
Franklin County Board of Commissioners met in regular session with Chairman D Ariel Wash and Commissioners Andreasen and Poole. They discussed oiling and improving the Clifton Twin Lakes road for eight families, Packer Memorial costs, use of county equipment for Twin Lakes access, election judge appointments, Mapleton road improvement, weed control funding, cattle signage on Mink Creek Ovid road, War Memorial Commission meeting, and approved numerous county bills.
A detailed listing of county expenses includes sheriff and assessor gasoline bills from multiple oil companies, postage, box rent, and travel costs. Wages for numerous staff are enumerated, along with supplies, repairs, and equipment for courthouse and offices.
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