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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1949
Page
2
The mayor said Preston was again thwarted by the state as the city loses a refund of gasoline taxes used for street maintenance. He warned that escalating state taxes will burden cities with double charges on homes and inventories, leaving municipalities to sink deeper financially as they grow.
Despite higher labor and material costs tires today deliver more value. Car owners can expect at least 25 000 miles per tire, with many reaching 40 000. Using 26 000 miles and a $15.95 list price for a 6 00 16 tire, cost per thousand miles is 0.64 dollars, far lower than past decades. Constant research and synthetic rubber advances drive the lower costs.
A state budget statement shows Idaho’s general fund rising by 20,975,027 dollars over four years, an 111.9 percent gain. It notes expenditures growing about 437,000 dollars per month for 48 months while cities face fiscal strain and consider a selective sales tax to fund municipal needs.
The harsh weather hits stockmen hard with high feeding costs and potential bankruptcy. Meat prices are expected to rise, prompting some farmers to cut costs and consider vegetarian options amid widespread financial strain.
Junior Girls of the MIA hosted a membership evening at Mrs. Ellen Jensen’s home with leaders Mrs Eulalia Larsen and Ellen Auger guiding the program. Ramona Larsen sang, Ellen Auger read, and Lucille Jensen played a piano solo. A rose folder and junior pin were presented by Bishop Leland Auger, and a rose bouquet was given to ward president Zetta Auger. The event closed with a group song and refreshments.
Health Idaho column compiles arthritis warning signs and risks noting stiffness from many causes may signal arthritis. It urges prompt medical checkups, explains acute and chronic forms, warns against self treatment, and cites national stat facts on arthritis prevalence and state notes on Alaska forest and Texas Louisiana sulfur stats.
Harriet Palmer was chosen president of the Ladies Posse after a Wednesday banquet with attendees including Ruth Neilson Erma Winn Deana Wells Eleanor Swainston Mary Swainston and Myrtle Swainston. A Thursday luncheon honored Ada Sharp moving to Boise. attendees included Erma Winn Florence Seamons Sarah Bright and Edna Follett.
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