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Preston Citizen

Location

Preston, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Feb 14, 1952

Page

10

Trousseau Tea Honors Carolé Peterson

Carolé Peterson daughter of Mr and Mrs Elmo Peterson was guest of honor at a trousseau tea held at her home. She recently married Boyd Davis son of Mr and Mrs Lew Davis of Linrose. The ceremony was at 4 p.m. with Parley Shaffer officiating. The couple left for Monterey California for their honeymoon where Davis is stationed in the U S Coast Guard.

Carole Peterson Elmo Peterson Miss Peterson Boyd Davis Lew Davis Linrose Peterson Davis Wanda Jenkins Elsie Bodily Janet Davis Dian Nash Florence Sharp Lila Drury Monterey Calif U. S. Coast Guard Preston

American Legion Auxiliary Meeting at Mrs Virginia Hall Home

The American Legion Auxiliary held its monthly meeting at Mrs. Virginia Hall's home with Mrs. Helen Owen presiding. Prayer was offered by Mrs. Clarena Bergquist. A program followed with piano solo by Kay Nielson, a talk on Americanism by Ranae Buxton, and two vocal numbers by Yvonne Barrus with Lorraine Christensen. Refreshments served to 17 members. door prize won by Mrs. Selman Johnson.

American Legion Auxiliary Virginia Hall Helen Owen Clarena Bergquist Kay Nielson Ranae Buxton Yvonne Barrus Lorraine Christensen Ed. Davis Gene Curtis Selmanlohnson

Founders Day Honors Fairview P-TA Leaders

Fairview P-TA held Founders Day to honor past presidents. Spencer Winn recounted P-TA founder history and the hot lunch program's impact. Mrs. Richard Mier presented corsages to former presidents. A Weston sweetheart ball with orchestra and refreshments is planned with Lida Kay Neuenswan der as queen.

P-Ta Fairview Etdotek Spencer Winn Richard Mier PTA

Mrs Gladys Jensen Honored at Franklin Stake Dinner

Relief society board hosted a dinner for former member Mrs Wallace B Jensen at the home of Mrs Gladys Rosen. Twenty six guests attended a full course meal at one long table with Valentine decor and red carnations. The group included couples Wallace Jensen Merlin Whittle Melvin Griffeth Leroy Smith Eugene Anderson William Davis Don Pack Arthur Neuenswander Royal Wilson Ferrell Beckstead Stanton Hawkes Ivan Rasmussen and Mrs William Fryer and Mrs Gladys Rosen.

Gay Wallace B. Jen‘sen Merlin T. Whittle Melvin Griffeth N. Leroy Smith William A. Davis W. Don Pack Arthur Neuenswander Royal G. Wilson Ferrell N. Beckstead Stanton M .Hawkes Ivan J. Rasmussen William J. Fryer Gladys Bosen

Births in Preston Area Welcome New Babies

Mr and Mrs Verl Hale of Logan welcome a girl born February 7. Mr and Mrs DeVaughn Maughan of Preston greet a boy born February 9. Mr and Mrs Ray Croshaw of Clifton announce a boy born February 11. Mr and Mrs Cecil Jensen of Preston RFD 3 report a boy born February 3.

Verl .Hale Logan DeVaughn Maughan Preston Ray’Croshaw Clifton Cecil Jensen

Stassen Seeks GOP Edge With Poll Comparisons

Johnson cites Gallup and Princeton polls showing Stassen leading Truman by double digits and Taft trailing, with Vinson topping Taft in November projections. He argues the GOP should nominate its strongest vote-getter to win in November and carry key states like New York.

Son Johnson Truman Stassen Minnesota Vinson Gallup Taft New York State Princeton Research Group Fies

Forest Service aims to keep ranges healthy for water supply

The supervisor states the objective in range management is to maintain all usable ranges in good condition so watersheds on grazing lands function to assure permanent delivery of clear usable water in maximum quantities for the expanding agricultural and industrial economy and growing population around the forest.

Forest. Service Es S

Preston Personals Brief In Cedar City Visit

Mrs. Jim Beveridge spent the past two weeks in Cedar City Utah with her sister Mrs. Ruby Webster. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Moser and read other local names in the personals column.

Jim Beveridge Cedar City Ruby Webster Joe Moser

Dursteler Trip Highlights Mexico California and Hoover Dam

Mr and Mrs Arthur Dursteler returned Monday from a trip to Mexico California and Hoover dam They were joined by Mrs Mardell Nielson who accompanied her husband in the service Mrs Zeffa Peterson fell and broke her hip Tuesday morning and was taken to a Salt Lake hospital Her condition is not yet known Mr Lavoir Dent and two sons Brian and Paul of Ogden visited Monday and Tuesday at the Palmer home.

Arthur Dursteler Mexico California Hoover Dam Mardell Nielson Zeffa Peterson Salt Lake

Three P T A Groups Unite for Founders Day Program

Three local P T A groups joined for a founders day observation at the high school auditorium Monday night at 8. Mrs Lee Bergquist presided with prayer by Asad Bell. A PTA history was given by Spencer-Condie and two musical numbers by Yvonne Barrus and Arlene Christensen.

Lee Bergquist Asad Bell Spencer—Condie Yvonne Barrus Arlene Christensen Phenoi Edgley Angus Conjie Wayne Brown Maurice Marchantr Mr. Schofield Sturton Smedley Don Elwell Paul Greaves Earl Solley Duane Seamons

American Legion Holds Cutter Races at Idaho Utah Airport

Preston American Legion post No. 34 sponsors the Idaho Utah cutters races with 18 teams entered. Races start at 1 p.m. at the airport, with two afternoons of excitement and a goal of a large crowd for an annual event.

Preston American Legion Post No. 34 G. I. Scott American Legion the Legion

Polio Officials To Meet Monday In Franklin County

The Franklin county chapter of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis will hold its annual meeting Monday at 2 p.m. in the county courthouse basement. County chairman Delmer Olson will report last year’s business, elect officers for the year, and outline plans for the 1952 season. The meeting is open to all Franklin county residents.

Franklin County The National Foundation For Infantile Paralysis Delmer Olson

Chambers Commerce Take Leading in Civic Improvements

Washington chambers of commerce, comprised of hometown supporters, are often at the forefront when public improvements are discussed. They have been accused of advocating federal funding for local projects while loudly calling for action at the same time.

Chambers Commerce Washington—Chambers * of Commerce

Chambers Urge Economy in Government Spending

The US Chamber of Commerce urges local chambers to oppose federal funds for local projects and to declare opposition to non emergency government spending. National Chamber President Dechard A Haley calls for resolutions backing economy during the defense effort.

Chamber of Commerce of United States Chambers of Commerce National Chamber Dechard A. Haley Haley

Missionary Praises Paper and Requests Address Update

George C. Reeder writing from the Great Lakes mission compliments the weekly paper for keeping missionaries informed. He notes seeing Elders Corbridge, Lewis, Carter, and Greaves, and asks to change his address to 2400 South Jefferson, Muncie, Indiana.

George C. Reeder Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Citizen Great Lakes Mission South Jefferson, Muncie, Ind

Water needs differ for sheep and cattle in cold weather

The University of Idaho extension service advises a constant supply of fresh water for cattle and sheep, noting cattle require five to ten gallons daily and cannot rely on snow. Experiments in California find cattle prefer water around 50 F, with warming recommended for comfort.

University of Idaho Extension Service California

Salad Bowl Lettuce Called Promising Home Garden Variety

The University of Idaho extension service says salad bowl is a promising variety of home garden lettuce. It highlights its growth potential and suitability for amateur gardeners seeking dependable, flavorful greens.

The University of Idaho Extension Service

Six-Week-Old Baby Dies Here Wednesday

Kim Ivan Crockett six week old son of DeRay G. and Cleo Rasmussen Crockett died early Wednesday morning at the family home 110 South First East after a two day illness Born in Preston January 5 he is survived by his parents a brother Gary Dee Crockett of Preston and grandparents Mr and Mrs E Ray Crockett and Ivan Rasmussen of Preston Funeral services were held today at 1 p m in the Richards and Son mortuary by Ernest Eberhard Jr bishop of the first ward Burial was in Whitney cemetery

Kim Ivan Crockett DeRay G Cleo Rasmussen Crockett South First East Preston Gary Dee Crockett E. Ray Crockett Ivan Rasmussen Richards and Son Ernest Eberhard, Jr First Ward Whitney Cemetery

Preston Citizen reports local developments

The Preston Citizen details recent events affecting the town including community meetings, municipal decisions, and notes on public projects with emphasis on local impact and resident interest.

Reunion Is Feb 22 In Riverdale Ward

The Riverdale ward reunion is set for Friday February 22. Former and current members are urged to attend with a program starting at 11 a.m. featuring entertainment and refreshments, followed by an evening dance. Entertainment Friday targets high school age and older. grade school children are invited Saturday.

Riverdale Ward

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