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Preston Citizen

Location

Preston, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 1947

Page

5

Life in Bolivia Described in Letter From Martha Hill

Miss Martha J. Hill secretary to the U S ambassador in Peru writes from Lima about a first woman assigned trip to La Paz Bolivia. She describes La Paz high in the Andes, the bustling Indian market, colorful dress, and looming political tension including a rumored revolution. She notes travel delays due to weather, compares Lima to La Paz, and mentions plans to move into a new house.

Bolivia Martha Hill Franklin Lima Peru Martha J. Hill George Hill la Paz

Waiting for Christmas Day Away from Family

The speaker laments missing Christmas, four days away, unsure if there will be work or a dinner. They express regret and hope others have a wonderful time while wishing to be present.

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Nationwide debate over hunting and fishing license fees

The article surveys a broad, nationwide dispute on raising hunting and fishing license fees as costs to conserve wildlife rise. It notes many states have already increased fees and warns that higher salaries for wardens and expanded hatchery costs strain budgets while sportsmen expect more access and protection. It cites Raymond R. Camp’s NY Times column comparing golfing fees to license hikes and argues the conservation dollar must reflect growing demands and labor costs.

United States Maine California Idaho New York Kansas City Pocatello Coeur d’Alene Raymond R. Camp New York Times

Idaho Potato and Onion Week Proclaimed National Promo

Gov. Robins officially proclaims January 16 to 25 as Idaho Potato and Onion Week. The Idaho Advertising Commission will publicize in 47 cities across 23 states and D C with banners and 200000 display kits. Displays and telegrams to children promote Idaho potatoes and onions, urging mothers to buy. Trade calls target the south and East, with special merchandising in Southern California and a two week mass display drive.

Gov Idaho Robins

March of Dimes Campaign Opens in Idaho 1947

Idaho chapters have spent over 25 000 on care and 7 new polio patients this year. Mrs. John E. Hayes announces the March of Dimes state advisory committee with names from Boise Coeur d Alene Lewiston and other towns. Campaign directors cover 44 counties with support from Rotary Lions Kiwanis and American Legion posts. January 15 to 31 is set for the drive, with 50 percent kept locally and 50 percent sent to the National Foundation which spent 4 million dollars on epidemic aid.

Idaho National Foundation For Infantile Paralysis John E. Hayes Twin Falls Frank A. Rhea D. D Boise E. L. Berry M.D Orofino E.T.° Taylor Coeur id’Alene Glenn W. Tocd Lewiston Bernard Mainwaring Nampa John FE Schoonover J. Cy. Jefson Donald Ingvoldstand Kellogg Marion Hepworth Moscow Junior Chamber of Commerce American Legion iLions Rotary Kiwanis March of Dimes iNational Foundation Ben Johnson Preston Lampaign R. Don Bistline Pocatello Johnson National Foundation

Idaho Woolgrowers Convene Speakers At Pocatello Convention

The Idaho Woolgrowers Association announced its annual convention set for January 12 to 14 in Pocatello. Speakers include C. Fawcett Boston head of National Wool Marketing, Dr Hadleigh Marsh Montana veterinary pathologist, Vernon Metcalf Nevada grazing adviser, J M Jones Salt Lake City official, Jane Morrow New York wool council rep, Julius Nordby Dubois station director, H C Manis Idaho entomologist, S W McClures Bliss, John A Orme Idaho Falls woolgrower, Ben Peterson Pocatello attorney, and Governor C A Robins of Idaho.

National Wool Marketing Corporation Boston Hadleigh Marsh University of Montana Vernon Metcalf Nevada Grazing Committee Reno J. M. Jones M National Wool Growers Salt Lake City Jane, Morrow American Wool Council New York Julius E. Nordby U. S Dubois H. C. Manis University of Idaho S. W McClures Bliss John A. Orme Idaho Falls Ben Peterson Pocatello Gov C. A. Robins Idaho

Oneida Stake Wins Era Roll of Honor Fourth Place

Oneida stake earned fourth place in the Era Roll of Honor church wide. The award recognizes top stakes and mission branches this year, with Oneida rising to the fourth position among all participating units.

Oneida Stake Allstakes Mission

Glencoe Ward Earns Hall of Fame in Improvement Era

In the Improvement Era subscription drive the church honors wards sharing the Era in every home. Glencoe ward is listed on the Hall of Fame, while efforts continue to meet the stake's February 1978 subscription quota amid campaign pressure.

Glencoe Ward

Dairy Barn Meeting on Mastitis Control at Fairview

A dairy barn meeting at the Henry Drury ranch in Fairview is set for January 1174 at 1 30 PM. Extension dairyman G G Anderson from Boise will lead, with on site demonstrations of equipment and a new loafing shed and feed manger. All interested farmers are invited to attend.

Henry“Drury Fairview G. G. Anderson Boise Drury

Game Law Violations Top All Previous Records

James O Beck reports 913 arrests for game law violations in 1946, the largest court totals in the department’s history. He notes improvements in enforcement but deplores rising violations, with 396 fishing violations, 211 big game, 274 birds, and 32 fur charges. Dean Bambrough, recently home, enrolls for winter quarter at USAC.

James O Beck State Fish and Game Department Beck Dean Bambrough A. L. Bambrough USAC

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