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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1951
Page
4
Southeastern Idaho peace officers including Sheriff Lee Hansen criticize Idaho's economy move that reduced state patrols. They say patrols were already slim and the cut makes highways more dangerous, shifting policing to counties lacking resources. They warn motorists face greater risk and drivers speed with fewer deterrents.
A reader argues for less government control of legal advertising but urges restraint for tobacco and liquor ads. It criticizes celebrity endorsements, notes FTC actions against tobacco marketing, and urges scrutiny of radio ads while calling cigarette promotions baloney more than tobacco.
The piece vents opposition to large foreign aid and the Marshall plan, arguing billions spent abroad strain U.S. finances. It mocks state department aid proposals such as $4500 self propelled combines for Iran, suggesting they would waste money and erode public support.
An editorial argues that penny wisdom and dollar foolishness cripple U S government and education, blaming mediocrity and corruption from the top down. It calls for higher investment in government pay to attract capable leaders and prevent ineffective governance.
George Peck argues against socialism and for expanding production within capitalism. He warns that confiscation and centralized planning lead to bureaucratic dominance and loss of opportunity. He urges pruning rather than discarding the American system to avoid revolution and preserve liberty. Phone your news to No. 8.
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