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Preston Citizen

Location

Preston, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Feb 21, 1952

Page

8

Missionary Testimonial Set For Seventh Ward

The 292nd quorum of seventy on a two year western states mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is announced. The seventh ward bishopric invites the public to a testimonial next Sunday at 2 PM in the seventh ward chapel. He enters the mission home Monday with Denver as his headquarters in the western mission.

Seventy Western States Church of Jesus Christ Seventh Ward Denver

Engagement Told Of Elaine Fisher

The engagement of Miss Elaine Fisher is announced by her parents Mr and Mrs L Fisher of Oxford to Curtis R Allen, son of Harold B Allen. Marriage plans are set for March 17.

Elaine Fisher 4. L. Fisher Oxford Curtis R. Allen Harold B. Allen

Winder M Men Capture Close Oneida Stake Title

The Winder M Men defeated Seventh Ward 25 to 24 to win the Oneida stake tournament on Saturday night February 9. The win snapped a prior loss to Seventh Ward and earned Winder the championship trophy while Banida received the good sportsmanship award from Vaughn Greaves.

Winder Oneida Seventh Ward M-men Vaughn Greaves Banida

Ricks College Band To Visit Pres ton February 27

Rexburg Idaho February 27 the Ricks College symphonic band will visit Preston during its three day second annual concert tour. K Dunkley vice president will appear in the concert and call Preston his home town. The program includes classical modern and popular music with several marches. In April 15 band students attend the intercollegiate band conference at ENMU Portales NM.

Idaho senior Darrell Larsen named Outstanding Man

Darrell C Larsen, senior at the University of Idaho, was chosen as the outstanding man of the year by the agricultural engineering faculty. His friendly smile and high scholastic average earned him Sigma Tau membership and roles as secretary treasurer of the Idaho state ASAE branch, with Lambda Delta Sigma fraternity affiliation.

Darrell C. Larsen University of Idaho Sigma Tau Idaho ASAE Lamba Delta Sigma Fraternity

Police Court Fines Tally for Expired Plates and Violations

A list shows multiple defendants including Robert Lundgren Clarence Smith and others fined for expired plates failure to have licenses stop sign running red lights and speeding. Individual fines range from 2.50 to 18 dollars with several five dollar penalties recorded. Moire Charters of Preston is named as a committee member preparing for the Idaho interfraternity ball scheduled March 1 at the University of Idaho.

Robert Lundgren Clarence E. Smith D. L. McClun Herman Viehweg Karis Johnson Don C. Cluff Howard E. Schow Bryant J. Larsen William E. Chadwick Fern Porter N. Owen Ames Severn Nelson Ruby T. Palmer Julius Johnson Don Carter N. S. Howells Rex’a. Jensen LaVere Balls Keith Talbot Farald Robinson Delmer L. Olsen Milton Cutler Melvin F. Byington Grace LaMar’ Davis William M. Harris Dale J. Taylor E. ©. Bergeson Howard B. McGee Lewiston Earl H. Homer Welborn Moosman Lael J. Abbot Swan Lake Cecil Pearson Moire Charters Preston University’ ‘of Idaho

Idaho Teams Win In Cutter Events Here

Nineteen Utah and fifteen Idaho cutter teams raced Friday and Saturday in the first Utah Idaho cutter races sponsored by the Preston American Legion post. Idaho won the trophy with averages of 35.01 days, while Utah averaged 35.12. Darwin Caldwell led Idaho on day one and Caldwell tied with Seth Gregory of Utah in the final dead heat. Hap Tingey of Idaho took second, with Allsop brothers of Utah and Jerry Jensen of Idaho earning consolation. Best matched team went to Craigitt and Sorenson of Idaho.

Utah Idaho Preston American Legion Post Legion Darwin Caldwell Caldwell Seth Gregory Hap Tingey Allsop Brothers Jerry Jensen Carrgitt and Sorenson

Thatcher Social Roundup Includes Visits and a Burial

North Thatcher residents among visitors in Soda Springs and Logan. Local people attended a Mutual convention in Pocatello. Freda Roholt, wife of Pete Roholt, is buried in Thatcher cemetery. Keith Barthlome and Merlin Smith hosted a cottage meeting. A Thatcher couple welcomes a baby girl.

Gerald Harris Soda Springs Howard Young Robert Logan Young Julia Olsen Hebert Allen John Smith Merlin Smith Arthur Manhar Henry Freda Roholt Pete Roholt Jerome Thatcher

Hunters Track Five Big Cats in East Country

Clyde Johnson Ranger Bob Latimore and two friends hunted in the country east of May and brought in five large cats. The item lists extensive social events and visits from residents including Mr. and Mrs. Eliot Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Clark Choules, and many others at various gatherings, dinners, and temple visits across Preston and Logan areas.

Community Visitors and Family Travel Notes

Clifton residents Mr. and Mrs. Jack Choules and Margaret Gleed traveled to Lava Hot Springs on business last Thursday. Elsie Winward visits Salt Lake with her daughter and family, Mr and Mrs Ralph Dippe. Vern Wright of Pocatello visited the Albert Lewis home and spent a day in Logan. Dwayne Jessop hosted a weekend gathering for his son and family, Mr and Mrs Delmont Jessop of Clearfield. Lamar Bingham of Salt Lake visited with Quince and Ted Rice and Jack Wood. Lawrence McDermott and family visited Bill McDermott in Cornish last Tuesday. Harold Manning of Ogden spent time with his sister Viola last Wednesday night and Thursday.

Preston B. A. Meek Eli Forsgren Leon Forsgren Elroy Smith Ray Barrington Ariel Meek Wendell Smith Dan Rosen Diane Mecham Dixie Smith Earl Meek Neil Wold Dwain M. Tate L. A Mound Valley John Christiansen Downey Lila Gunderson Laurel Marie Darrel Wold Gary Rex Packer Monte Packer I. M. Evans Longan Roy Wendt Jack Mickelson Florence Albiston Evans Temple Salt Lake City Forsgren Ulan Jack Choules Margaret Gleed Lava Hot Springs Elsie Winward Salt Lake Ralph Dippe Vern Wright Pocatello Albert Lewis Logan Dwayne Jessop Delmont- Jessop Clearfield Lamar Bingham Quince Rice Ted Rice Jack Wood Lawrence McDermott Bill McDermott Cornish Harold Manning Ogden Viola

Mia Maids Present Lamp to Their Teacher

Last Tuesday night in Mutual the Mia maids surprised their teacher Ferne Sears and presented her a lovely table lamp. The group hosted a tasty lunch with Sharon Walker Narveene Kofoed Louise Hildt Ramona McDermott Janet Olson Carma Povey Raelene Winward Gloria Viehweg RaNae Viehweeg Karin Henderson Maureen Howell Marie Baxter and Mrs Sears in attendance.

Local Births Reported for February Dates

Mr and Mrs William Marlar Clifton announce a son born February 20. Mr and Mrs LaVaughan Bowman route 3 report a daughter born February 17. Mr and Mrs Fredrick I Wansen Preston report a daughter born February 16. Mr and Mrs Ralph Weath Preston report a son born February 18. Mr and Mrs D A Wite Preston report a son born February 16. Mr and Mrs Duane Soren Preston report a daughter born February 16.

William Marlar Clifton LaVaughan Bowman Route 3 Fredrick lWansen Preston Ralph Weath D. A. Wite Duane Sorenson

Telephone Company Safety Procedures Emphasize Health Checks

The article describes ongoing driver safety measures at Mountain States, including regular three year physicals, traffic tests, and possible reassignment to non driving duties. It stresses monitoring for mental condition issues and corrects faults to prevent loss of driving privileges, aiming to protect drivers and the public.

Mountain States

Mountain States promotes strict vehicle upkeep and safe driving

Minor mechanical faults can cause major accidents if ignored. Drivers inspect brakes wipers lights and tires each morning and report minor noises. Preventive maintenance and careful driver selection improve safety and courtesy, with a policy that a good driver never has the right of way.

Mountain States

Knife-Fork Club Highlights A Noted Humorous Speaker

The North Carolinian’s humor is rich and bucolic yet can turn to sophistication. His outstanding ability has made him one of the most sought after speakers in the United States.

Lowing United States

Indians Nab League Title for Third Straight Year

Indians clinched the league championship for the third consecutive season under Coach Evan Sorenson. Larry Crawford led the high scoring quintet as they secured the win.

Evan Sorenson Larry Crawford

Indians edge Bulldogs as Crawford leads scoring rout

Crawford led the Redmen with 18 points and a strong first half to secure a 32 20 halftime lead over the Bulldogs. Downey fought back in the second half with Kelly and Christensen fueling a late burst, narrowing the gap to five at one point. Preston juniors Davis Condie and Herzog added nine and eight, while Con Die and Keller started for Preston in key roles. The regular season ends with Montpelier visiting Saturday before district play starts.

Redmen Crawford Bulldogs Indians Kelly Christensen Downey Preston Ivan Davis DeLyle Condie DeVerl Herzog Fitle Sorenson Hay Montpelier Bears Dragons Bears Larry Crawford Capt Elmo Keller

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