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Preston Citizen

Location

Preston, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1944

Page

16

Concert Artists Appearing Here This Month

Local music fans are told of the January 17 appearance of Benno Rabinos and Sylvia Smith under the Preston High School Orchestra. Rabinos, famed violinist with major U S orchestras and Carnegie Hall debut, and Smith, noted solo pianist and accompanist, bring a strong program and have recent accolades including a New York prize. Tickets go on sale this month from orchestra members for reserved seats.

Benno Rabinos Sylvia Smith Preston High School United States New York Philharmonic Boston Cleveland San Francisco Philadelphia Rabinos Leopold Auer Elman Heifetz Zimbalist Auer New York M. Valentine Switzerland Rudolph Serkin Paris

Radio Sets Out of Commission During War

Dr. W R G Baker of General Electric told the Post War Planning Committee that about 15 000 radio sets have gone out of business daily since the war began. At this rate 16 425 000 sets would be out of use by December 7 marking three years of war. He estimated at least 30 percent are currently idle with Franklin County showing over 400 idle sets and about 15 000 in use.

W. R. G. Baker General Electric Company National Electrical Wholesalers Association Franklin

Ribbons for Typewriters Sold at the Citizen

The Citizen offers a wide range of typewriter ribbons for all needs. Shoppers are invited to request specific colors widths and brands.

A Thought at Christmas by Ross M. Weaver

Poem reflects on Christmas ideals of love and kindness amid war. It contrasts peaceful verses such as love thy neighbor with the harsh realities of battle in foreign lands. The narrator pleads for following Christ’s teachings to end conflict and restore a peaceful, Christmases past.

Preston Stores Extend Hours Before Christmas

Merchants committee of the Chamber of Commerce announces Preston stores will stay open until 7 p.m. on December 21 22 and 23 to aid Christmas shopping. Also noted is a farm record book supplement priced at $2.00 with income tax tips for farmers.

Preston Business Houses The Chamber of Commerce

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Sylvia“ Smith Santa Claus Idaho Billiards Preston Union Pacific Benno ‘Rabin of Christ Ross M Iis Usin Sport Shop Ernest’ Brifenbeker, Mor
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