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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1944
Page
2
The article urges saving the Oxford Bannock county brick store, once a Marsh trading post, a landmark of Idaho. It warns of imminent ruin due to neglect and calls a suitable group or Franklin county to spearhead preservation of the pioneer heritage.
The article notes an unprecedented possibility that a president elected for a fourth term could face a Congress controlled by the opposition party. It observes voters expect Republicans to hold the House and Senate while Roosevelt seeks another term, a combination never seen in U.S. history.
The Idaho State Chamber of Commerce issues a stern warning that threats against public services and profiteering will be met with public action. It urges loyalty to veterans and stresses rapid restoration of prewar service standards to aid readjustment and employment as war ends.
The piece notes both Democratic and Republican platforms omit the direct primary issue. It urges the next legislature to fairly consider and refine the primary law rather than abandon it, warning that rejecting it would be a sneak play against the common man's franchise in Idaho.
A surprising incident at Swan Lake on Monday morning drew a large crowd as King Hitman, a notable figure, made a dramatic stop during his visit. Details remain sketchy as reports vary.
The report highlights Pierce Arrow of $5000 purchase in 1933 and a $2885 new car, Bryant Tilford’s Lewiston truck venture, William Weeks joining the Canadian Contingent, new hats from Preston Milling Co., and visits by Morton Cutler and Horace Cutler. It notes James Keller’s residence project, Riley Davis’s bungalow, L R Morgan’s horse and buggy plan, and David Jensen joining McCombs Raby Drug Co. in Gooding.
A string of jokes and quips unfolds from wartime life. Soldiers and civilians trade gags about drunken driving, courtship, and daily routines. anecdotes touch on doctors advice, scouts, and love misfires as morale humor survives amid conflict.
Eastern Idaho State Fair directors announce premium lists are mailed to hundreds of exhibitors and urge new entrants to request copies. The revival targets a five day event September 12 to 16 with a budget of 50000 dollars.
Idaho forecasts 1944 potato yield at 36.9 million bushels as of July 1, 15 percent below 1943 record but 7 percent above any prior crop and 37 percent above average. Growth was steady by July 1 after late June slowdown due to wet May and June planting delays. Final yields depend on a late fall similar to the past two years.
The family expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors for support during their wife and sister's death. They thank those who sent floral offerings and those who sang and spoke consoling words at the funeral.
L Richard Jensen manager of Reed's Riteway won first place honors in the intra store spring paint sale contest. He sold 283 percent of his quota earning top prize and a store bonus. Eli Nevada placed second and Burley Idaho third. Jensen received a company letter of commendation.
Tuesday evening a wallet containing twenty five dollars or more sent by the war department to aid a young mother with two babies was taken from her wallet in an automobile left in front of her home on 4th West and 8rd South. Police note numerous similar losses.
A new feature this year allows each breeder to enter one spring boar and one spring gift along with nearly 35 outstanding Stee aged individuals. The event promotes cholera serum vaccination and serum virus vaccination among participants.
A public notice asks readers to report recently found amounts of money for which the office seeks information. It explains sympathy for the losers and requests anyone with knowledge of found sums to come forward.
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