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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1949
Page
4
The message promotes a planned up to date program to engage boys in adventure and scouting. It stresses informing boys and parents about scouting values and enjoyment and invites adults to help boys discover themselves through scouting during Boy Scout week.
A banquet and program drew about 150 members and 30 guests as Preston celebrates the tenth anniversary of its Chamber of Commerce. Mrs. Mattie Lewis hosted the Boo Make club at her home with a luncheon and bridge prizes awarded to Mona Chatterton and Levina Cutler. Miss June Larsen, student at the University of Utah, visited her parents Nephi and Mrs Larsen. Isis theatre to show first talking pictures February 22 and 23 with six high class vaudeville acts accompanying the films.
The article marks 39 years of Boy Scouts of America, noting 15,500,000 members impacted nationally. It highlights the theme Adventure that is Scouting, the values of learning by doing, helping others, and outdoor activity, and urges public support for the program’s benefits.
The piece argues that price controls rely on coercion and would lead to a regimented economy and potential shortages. It notes inflation remains a risk due to federal spending and warns that renewed price pressure could revive calls for controls.
A Lincoln quote argues the government should do only what a community cannot do better or at all for its people and should not interfere in tasks individuals can manage themselves. The statement frames government as a facilitator of collective needs rather than a controller of everyday affairs.
Weston Earl Buttars and son Keith headed Friday for a California trip expected to last about a week. Mrs. Edward Wilkenson of Draysville visited relatives, including Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Campbell and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Dahle. Oscar Campbell hosted a quilting night with several guests and card games. Memorial services for Max Choules were held in Fairview with Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Thompson and Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Benson in attendance. Social events included a wedding anniversary party for Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Miller with guests and prizes. Primary officers and teachers met at Mrs. Antone Koller’s home. Keith Kofoed was rushed to Preston for a pencilision shot for blood poisoning. Weston’s talent was featured on KPST radio in Preston. A girl’s chorus formed by Mrs. Nash of Linrose included Weston participants Shelly Kofoed Karen Nelson Marilyn Lemmons. Shelly and Karen sang a duet, with Shelly and Keith Kofoed slated to sing next Sunday. Sacrament meeting blessed baby Curtis M. Campbell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Sterling Campbell. California bound travelers included Charles Stuart and Reuben Buttars. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Miller visited the Kofoeds and enjoyed chili and ice cream. Blizzard conditions closed roads, delaying bus service and prompting students to stay with relatives. no school Monday. Idaho’s Camp Choppanish, where Lewis and Clark camped in spring 1806, is noted as a historically important site.
Ten years ago Preston B Paull earned a bravery medal after risking his life to rescue people from floodwaters near Riverside California. The report mentions his parents Mr. and Mrs George Paull receiving word of the honor.
The index of prices received by farmers rose two points from December 15, 1948 to January 15, with the all crop index up nine points and livestock and products down seven. Increases occurred for barley, hay, potatoes, apples, beans, lambs, chickens and butterfat, while oats, alfalfa seed, red clover, beef cattle, hogs, eggs, milk and veal calves fell or remained unchanged in the period. Theron Porter and daughter Kathleen returned home after a three week stay in Pocatello.
Mrs Irene Schwartz entertained a children party on Friday January 28 for Rosanne’s fifth and Alen’s eighth birthdays. A light lunch for 14 cousins and games followed. Visitors from Newdale Ida included Luella Murri. Several family birthdays and temple visits are noted along with funeral attendance for Henry S. Seamons in Hyde Park and various Dayton residents visiting relatives and attending services.
We thank friends and relatives for the lovely floral offerings and many acts of kindness shown during our family’s recent bereavement.
Duke Thomas buys a farm with money saved in the service but cannot obtain a tractor as he is tenth on the dealer's list. Old man Peters offers a promise if the nine ahead agree, but Duke declines and says he will wait for his turn.
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