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Preston Citizen

Location

Preston, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1950

Page

10

Power of the Federal Lobby and Publicity Machine

A Hoover Commission report criticizes federal public relations and propaganda costs at about 105 million dollars yearly. It notes agencies hide PR work from audits and that Congress must recognize the vast, continuous influence of the government lobby. The piece argues retailers help curb inflation and blames high prices on taxes and wasteful government spending.

Hoover Commission Congressman Harness Congress The Christian Science Monitor

Christmas Tree Fire Hazard Warns of Precautions

University of Idaho forester Vernon Ravenscroft urges safer Christmas trees by using fresh cuts, proper watering, and sturdy stands. He advises keeping the tree away from open flames and inspecting lights for bare wiring to prevent fires during the season.

Preston Idaho Vernon Ravenscroft University of Idaho Ravenscroft

Candles on Christmas tree risk and fireproofing tips

The text warns that candles on trees risk danger and advises avoiding electricity, using glass ornaments, and following a US Agriculture bulletin on fireproofing. It recommends chemical treatment with ammonium sulfate diluted in water and a fresh V-shaped base cut to improve absorption, suggesting cooling the solution and tree during treatment.

Department of Agriculture

Fireproofing trees and Christmas hazards warned by forester

A bulletin from the extension forester cautions homeowners about tree fires after Christmas. Ravenscroft notes few dealers stock fireproofed brand but safety-conscious buyers could revive demand. He urges precautions to prevent fires in homes, reminding that many fires occur to those who think it won’t happen to them.

Ravenscroft

Pontiac Announces 4.2 Percent Price Increase on 1951 Models

Pontiac Motor Division general manager Harry J. Killingler said prices will rise 4.2 percent on the 1951 Pontiac line, effective Monday. Increases range from 20 to 60 for various station wagons and Catalina models, with no rise in price for hydraulic transmission options.

Harry J. ‘Kilingler Pontiac Motor ‘ Division Motors

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