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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1953
Page
2
A vivid contrasted portrait of a country editor working behind the counter versus a city desk. The piece humorously notes how editors endure customer complaints in close quarters and the perks and pains of newsroom life, including a typewriter, proofs, and mundane office details.
New York Times editorial praises the country editor as monumental in scope noting changes from the atomic age and his hands on role. It contrasts the country editor with the big city counterpart highlighting responsibilities and public contact.
The article notes a record deficit of 9.389 trillion dollars for the year ending June 30 bringing the national debt to 266.123 billion and warns another similar gap could breach the debt limit. Senator Byrd expects a ceiling near six months with a possible higher limit. Senator George anticipates revenue search while Treasury Secretary Humphrey urges fiscal reforms.
In a Preston Citizen letter, O D Robinson of J C Penney warns that money spent in nearby cities leaves the community. Carpenters of Franklin County urge Preston business men to hire local tradesmen, noting 50 competent carpenters ready to bid on building and remodeling jobs.
The PRES TON CITIZEN classifieds guide readers to the buy or sell section. It highlights local listings, item types, and how to place ads. Readers find price cues and contact methods in readable, compact notices.
Riverdale residents report weekend visits and travels to Malad Brigham City Smithfield and Franklin. Dwain Tate Alan Camp and the Camp family joined Cecil Camp. Jay Larsen and family from Kennewick toured with Monte Packer group visiting Reuben Schow. Morgan Evans and daughters Joan and Maurine joined I M Brae. A stork shower was given for the Albistons grandchild.
The PTA organization lists officers for the coming year: Mrs. Monte Packer president, Mrs. Marve Packer vice president, and Mrs. Rex Packer secretary. Local families and guests are noted visiting relatives in Idaho Falls and Salt Lake City. Junior Sunday school talks were given by Norman Smith and Marcia Larsen. the sacrament gem was by Brent Gunderson.
Harold Wilde of Iona died Saturday June 27. He was born in Mink Creek, son of Lawrence and Sophia Wilde. Funeral services were held in Iona Tuesday June 30 with attendees including Carl Hausner, Oscar Wilde, Virgin Hansen, Anna Wilde, and Duane D. Keller.
Joan Christensen of Salt Lake City visits at Mr and Mrs Carl Christensen on June 27. Family guests include Luwayne Barrington and children Kenneth and Evan. Ross Baird returns home after surgery at LDS Primary Hospital Salt Lake City and recovers well. Glen Hardman of Bethany Missouri vacationing with Ford Christensen. former Wilda Christensen. The Five Merry Maids 4H club met June 22 at leader Mrs Douglas Nelson s home. Kathryn Wilde elected president. Attendees include Jeanne Baird Betty Joe Nelson Sondra Keller Linda Keller.
The fragment from a local Preston newspaper provides scarce readable details about an event or notice. Names, dates, or places are unreadable, but the clipping suggests a community note or brief item.
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