Samson and Delilah shines as one of cinema’s greatest
Cecil B. DeMille’s Paramount production Samson and Delilah opens next Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday at the Isis theatre. Hedy Lamarr and Victor Mature star in this Technicolor epic praised for performances and dramatic portrayal of Delilah and Samson. The film’s monumental challenge and epic romance are highlighted as a landmark in motion pictures.
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Samson and Delilah film hailed as Hollywood classic
Review lauds DeMille epic for coloration, pageantry and excitement. George Sanders Angela Lansbury Henry Wilcoxon praised for defining roles. Describes climactic temple destruction and battles as unmatched entertainment. Also notes remarkable scenery and faithfulness to the Bible tale.
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Prize Winning Letter Praises Best Dad in World
Mrs. Mortensen of Melba won first prize for a contest story about why her father, Joseph Taylor of Preston, is the most wonderful dad. She notes he raised 11 children after their mother died, with hard work and kindness keeping the family close. Taylor visited his children in Nampa Boise Valley, being honored by 35 relatives, while Mrs. Taylor continued to Idaho Falls to visit her son.
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Fourth Estate Defined as Members of the Press
A concise description explains that the fourth estate refers to journalists and news media. It notes the press acts as a watchdog and informs the public, shaping democratic processes through reporting and accountability.
County Land To Be Sold At Auction In Franklin County
Franklin county will sell two parcels of land on July 15 at 10 am in the courthouse. The county commissioners deem the parcels unnecessary for county use and the sale will be to the highest bidder for cash. One parcel is Banida gravel pit with most good product removed. the other lies northwest of Preston. Legal descriptions accompany the notice.
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Idaho 4-H Members Touted For Fire Prevention Prizes
Idaho 4-H members are being enlisted to educate communities on fire prevention. The Keep Idaho Green committee offers cash awards to 4-H and other youth groups for outstanding local efforts. Richard Trzuskowski, committee publicity man, spoke at the University of Idaho 4-H short course about dangers from smoking, camp, and trash fires.
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Waters Open To Fishermen July In Custer County
The Fish and Game Department announced additional waters in Custer County will open to fishing from July 15 to October 31. Lakes include Washington Hindman Champion Frog Boulder Chamberlain Mystery and Mackay reservoir closes July 15 due to heavy fishing pressure. Other lakes opening July 15 are Lake Creek Iron Bog Boulder Bellas and Broad Canyon in the Big Lost River drainage.
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Coast Guard operating cost runs about 32 million yearly
The United States spends roughly 32 million dollars annually to run the Coast Guard, highlighting ongoing funding needs and defense readiness.
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