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Preston Citizen

Location

Preston, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1959

Page

2

Senator cites Idaho Reclamation gains across projects

Sen Frank Church notes Idaho’s Bureau of Reclamation works irrigate 1.5 million acres, yielding about 125 million annually in crops from 8 projects with total outlay 194 million since 1902. He says two year returns exceed federal and local investment, detailing major projects Boise River and Palisades and other Idaho sites with reimbursable costs and repayments through 1957.

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Be Off Beat About Breakfast and Teen Nutrition

Scientists note teens resist routine meals and may choose varied breakfasts while still needing nutrition. A balanced off beat approach includes enriched bread or cereal, fruits and vegetables, meat or an alternative, and milk to support health.

Mr Smith Goes to Washington echo in a call to action

The piece praises the 1939 film's themes of integrity and courage, urging citizens to stand up for freedom and justice. It contrasts idealism with political corruption and cites Burke to stress that evil prevails when good men do nothing, calling for courageous action in government and society.

Mr. Smith Washington U. S. Senate Burke

Sprinkler Irrigation Project Seeks Partial Funding

Proposal to supply adequate pressure for sprinkler irrigation covering 944 acres and accompanying farm and residence units includes a $270,200 budget. All costs are reimbursable with the first payment already made.

Mild Idaho weather steady in January says USDA report

USDA crop report for Idaho notes generally mild open winter weather through January with above normal temps except for a brief cold snap at New Year. Rainfall was widespread, with moisture greatest in north Idaho, and erosion and soggy corrals challenge ranching. Milk and egg production rose versus last year, while lambing and calving continue across southwest regions.

USDA Idaho North Wenter South Central

Mink Creek Sacrament Session Names and Social Notices

Mink Creek Sunday services led by Counselor Leeral Jensen. Reana Christensen released as Primary historian. Clara Jensen released as Primary teacher. Margene Hansen sustained as Primary historian. Speakers Edne Nelson, Woodrow Rasmussen, Elmo Peterson. organ solo by Naomi Wilde. Lego Milk hosted party. Reed Magleby directed program. Comic and educational films shown. mastitis talk by Mr. Corbridge of Downey. Door prize winners listed. BYU students weekend at MelRoy Larsen home. Local visits and health updates for residents.

Leeral Jensen Reana Christensen Clara Jensen Margene Hansen Edne Nelson Woodrow Rasmussen Mink Creek Elmo Peterson Preston Naomi Wilde Lego Milk Reed Magleby Mr. Corbridge Downey Paulette Christensen Verla Baird Duane Wilde Deward Carver Raylo Larsen Mel Roy Larsen Virginia Seamons Hugh Hansen June Jensen Stalph Anderson Raeone Christensen Norma Jensen Dale Bernice Dockstader

The Preston Citizen Item

A brief note directs readers to contact The Preston Citizen at No 8 for news tips or inquiries.

Preston Citizen No. 8

Relief Society Meeting and Stake Family Night Reported

Ill in bed for weeks a relief society meeting was held Tuesday with Counselor Beverly Nelson presiding. Mrs Virgin Dockstader led the lesson and quilting followed. Refreshments were served by several named members. Lynn B Nelson J Larsen Christensen and Hug Hansen attended stake family night at Oneida stakehouse Thursday. Reana Christensen visited her parents in Preston a week ago with other guests from Salt Lake City and Idaho Falls.

Relief Society Beverly Nelson Virgin Dockstader Reana Christensen Irene Christensen Velda Olson Ada Jepsen Lynn B. Nelson J. Lloyd Christensen Hug. Hansen Stake Oneida Stakehouse Preston Lowell Wintch Salt Lake City Ross Rasmussen Idaho Falls

Weekend Visits Across Banida area Highlight Local News

Banida residents hosted relatives and service members visiting from Centerville and Logan. Gyle Hollingsworth, on emergency leave from Germany, reunites with his wife as Geddes family welcomes a newborn daughter. Glenda Swann graduates beauty school and joins Preston salon. A Banida Gold and Green ball draws a large crowd with local dancers and a floor show.

Ronny Lodder Centerville Utah Esther Cole Jim Geddes Geddes Bobby Geddes Jerrilyn Sparks Peggy Casperson Gyle Hollingsworth Fredell Gregersen Frieda Gregersen Gregersens Logan Glenda Swann Salt Lake City Preston Dean Allen Reda Allen Cecil Miles Banida Gold and Green Oneida Stake

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