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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1944
Page
9
The piece argues for retaining the direct primary as a secret ballot system. It warns against open voting in caucuses or conventions where political bosses can exert pressure. It urges readers to register and participate in elections to protect their right to choose candidates.
The piece contrasts definitions of the country weekly press with a new sociology dictionary definition and argues political bosses oppose direct primaries because they cannot be controlled in backroom deals. It notes conventions still allow some manipulation, while primary outcomes reflect broader voter input.
A Utah mayor J Bracken Lee, four-term leader of Price, is praised as an exemplary public servant. The piece extols Price’s modern city services and notes the city has no city tax, attributing this to Lee’s leadership and governance over six to seven years.
Morning for Boise convention attendance. Oneida Stake Mutual Improvement Association holds a surprise party for retiring president George Glade and two members at Mink Creek. Local business changes include H A Van Noy buying Hondeshell Cleaning and Pressing. Nor ma Monson wed Owen D Murray Clifton. Frank Lindholm relocates to Idaho Falls. James McQueen named head custodian with aides Walter Hawkes and James B Johnson. Funeral for Charlotte Parkinson attended by many from nearby towns. Several weddings announced including Hisse Larsen Kermit Hurd Clive Johnson Charles Porter Freida Mockli Frederick Gregerson Clive Taylor Hdna Marshall. Fire department response to barn fire behind Sol Hale’s West Oneida home. Willard Gailey dies after horse kick in Fairview ranch.
Boish notes Idaho forecasts 330000 bushels of green peas and 30000 crates of lettuce, with peas possibly the largest on record and lettuce the smallest since 1989. Both crops are being harvested. Early potatoes were damaged by a freeze and onions are slowly recovering.
A collage of light humor and quips about soldiers, officers, dating, and everyday life. The anonymous verse and anecdotes play on romance, language, and social quirks with playful, period style humor.
The Oneida and Franklin stake Mutual Improvement associations held the first of three summer dances on June 27 with two hours of dancing and vocal numbers. Admission is by budget or guest cards, available via ward bishops, and three more dances are planned for July 18 and August 16. MIA leaders and ward officers organize the events to provide entertainment for youths and residents during the summer.
The article notes recent rains boost storage and reduce drought risk but urges continued conservation. It highlights leveling land and efficient irrigation systems in Portneuf Soil Conservation District to maximize water efficiency, reduce labor, and prepare for possible future shortages.
Incomplete notes describe removal of the existing shop and new structure planned at the rear and north side of the building. The project includes pouring concrete along the front and constructing a culvert over a street ditch facing State, with improved service facilities for patrons.
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