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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1947
Page
2
Vivian Meik reports on a speaker’s view that Britain bears the burden in Palestine as violence grows. The British mandate was granted with a help clause, but US and others have stayed out. The speaker claims Britain will withdraw by August 1, 1948, and now seeks permission to leave by May 1.
Club officials plan a Turkey Shoot featuring three 100 yard off hand five shot big bore events with iron sights. If enough marksmen attend, scope matches will be arranged by the club.
Ten men will compete per relay with the high scorer winning a turkey. Entry costs one dollar per relay and shooters must supply their own gun and ammunition. If a participant lacks shells, 22 or 30-06 cartridges will be sold at the range. After winning a turkey, a shooter cannot enter another regular relay, except for the champions or those who have already won a third. Rudy Jorgensen will provide hot drinks and there will be fires for warmth.
The Lions Club contributed to installing a new lighting system for the city library. Ernie Brittenbeker secured fixtures at cost, the city handled wiring, and Clifford Forsgren and librarian Miss Martha Geddes thanked Lions for aiding library vision and visitor comfort.
A resolution commends Senator Dworshak Representatives Sanborn and Goff Governor Robins and state officials for efficient work as public officials and also praises State Chairman Smith in resolution four for commendable efforts by Republican leaders and state officials.
Scouters will be presented to two individuals whose names will be disclosed at the ceremony. Dr L Rees, vice chairman of the silver beaver committee, will make the presentation. A musical number by Kenneth Cutler and Richard Olson precedes President Smith's address.
Officials said Ellis Memorial Logan lodge would not hold a separate service and urged memorialization of deceased lodge members at the ceremony. Rev Ed Cunningham delivered the oration as a member of the lodge.
The Pocatello pastor spoke on The Meaning of Life at the Elks Lodge. Known for his scholarly platform skills, he did not disappoint the Sunday evening audience with a measured address.
The card features amateurs boxing in Utah with Taylor, an adept veteran. this bout may end under six rounds and rank among Preston's best in years. Also slated is a four round match between Larry Sharp of Logan and Bob Foster of Salt Lake, a skilled former, facing Sharp who holds the Utah State Agricultural College welterweight crown.
Newt Merrill of Preston faces Joe Bridgewater in a hard hitting bout. Ray Johnson meets Eugene Parker of Ogden with Parker boasting a strong service record. Carroll Kendall of Lewiston clashes with Howard Allred of Logan while Whitney Johnson fights the local masked marvel. Ringside seats are sold at Preston Bike shop and local billiards venues with 500 general admissions available at the gym.
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