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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1956
Page
4
Local classified page urges readers to use the PRES TON CITIZEN for buying and selling. The note signals standard market listings and advertisement placement through the newspaper's designated section.
The Idaho Education Association proposes 28.5 million dollars in state aid for schools focused on raising teacher salaries and expanding facilities. Tax levies on homes farms and businesses would rise, with a proposed 2 percent sales tax affecting every wage earner, potentially adding 50 to 200 dollars annually.
The Idaho Senate race exposes a rift between President Eisenhower’s vision and Herman Welker’s real votes. Welker backed key administration aims only 45 percent of the time, opposing several major programs. Idaho voters rejected Welker, electing a Democrat and signaling a broader shift in state and national politics.
A taxpayer urged that elementary and high schools bear the main burden of tax dollars while higher education receives less. He criticized progressive education and pressure groups, arguing taxpayers should demand sound basic education and question the added frills and levies.
Mutual officers meeting will start at 7 30 with regular Mutual meeting at 8. Bishop Olson also announced that
The column lists community items from Mink Creek and Preston Idaho. It notes December 27 as a potential final day for tithing settlement 1956, visits by Mrs. Leslie Keller of Salt Lake City, Larry Rasmussen’s transfer to Warren AFB and rifle medal, a wedding dance invitation, family news including births and funerals, and several travel and visitation reports involving local residents and relatives.
Glendale couple visit, Salt Lake trips, and family gatherings. Mr. and Mrs. Barnes of Cache Junction host. Mrs. Leota Owen attends Treas ureton ward church. Auger and Alder families visit Preston and Ogden relatives. Janelin Auger visits Salt Lake mother in hospital. Roberta Egbert from Pocatello weekend guest of Percy Larson. Maurice Owen backs to school night at junior high.
George of Logan joined Percy Larson Mrs Leota Owen and family and Mr and Mrs Richard Owen at the Anderson family reunion Sunday in Logan. Lucille Seamons Mink Creek stayed with Herbert Owen and family over the weekend. A primary preparation meeting occurred at the home of Eulalia Larsen on Monday.
Bhat Banida talks were given by Monte Miles and Connie Gregersen during junior Sunday school. David Bell presented the sacrament gem. Senior talks were by Shanna Lee Lowe and Gloria Gregersen with Joan Geddes leading the sacrament gem. Eldon Hobbs of Dayton represented the Oneida stake high council. he attended Banida ward meetings with George Aston of Dayton. Parental attendance noted for Preston High School day.
Advertisement notes a 100-bushel spreader suitable for herds of 20 cows with emphasis on Model 200 order and parts like 208 drop center rims or economy 20 trush tire rims for lighter draw and higher heater speeds.
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