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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1961
Page
4
Rep. L Mendel Rivers condemns roadside signs crediting bureaucrats for interstate funding noting tax dollars from gasoline sales finance highways. Toland argues leaders share blame for Far East unpreparedness while avoiding single villains and urges readers to study the book’s argument to prevent a repeat.
Historian John Toland examines the six months after Pearl Harbor in his book But Not in Shame. He argues the common narrative differs from fact, noting there was no large Japanese spy network in Honolulu, only a single informant paid $600 for data, reshaping understanding of early war events.
About 140 plumbers walked out on the nuclear test program near Las Vegas demanding plumbing work be done by their union. Two thousand of 3,500 workers refused to cross picket lines, marking a second stoppage since July and sparking debate over labor strikes on national defense projects.
Notice of sale by Eastside School District No. 201 Franklin County Idaho after December 11 1961 board action. Property described near section 22 township 16 39 east Boise Meridian to be sold January 5 1962 at 10 a.m. at the property site for cash to highest bidder. board may reject bids. Dated December 18 1961.
The article extols the breakfast as essential for health and productivity noting studies show lower output without it. It lists four needed food groups and highlights the high protein meat group for staying power including ham, Canadian bacon, dried beef, corned beef hash, and lamb patties along with various sausages.
Former car thief Joseph Armstrong explains deterrents in Home & Highway autumn 1961. He notes no sure way to make a car theft proof but suggests precautions: remove keys, hide spares, lock doors, park in lighted busy areas, and keep luggage in the trunk. A thief avoids too much trouble.
Idaho public education is governed at state and local levels. The state board of education and the state superintendent oversee statewide policy, while local districts are run by elected boards who hire a local superintendent. The Unified Education Council shapes laws via PTA, UEA, and IEA input, influencing lawmakers and policy.
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