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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1976
Page
5
A letter argues government and communities waste money pursuing migrant workers while farmers struggle to hire. It supports reviving a limited Bracero program with rights and protections, criticizing current enforcement and anti immigrant sentiment.
An Idaho editorial argues there can be no universal right to food. It notes malnutrition affects hundreds of millions, but says food rights must be linked to incentives for producers and income distribution. It cites socialist and market examples and promotes boosting output over entitlements.
Thatcher and Oxford residents vote on annexation to Franklin County at the November general election. The California Packing Corp ends a four week peas run after strong yields from 1 300 acres. Preston hosts a large Pioneer Day Celebration drawing huge crowds.
Out of The Past notes Utah Power and Light Co will conduct home electrical freezer demonstrations. Evan Sorenson, Preston High School basketball coach, resigns after two seasons and accepts a position with the FBI. Heavy rain and hail caused crop damage countywide, delaying harvest. Sharon Beckstead to reign at the Preston Night rodeo with attendants Loraine Pilkington and Lois Meyers. Preston Police to crack down on speeders. King's doll layaway ad runs July 27 to August 4.
A 35-year-old hairdresser who threatened Queen Elizabeth was detained near the Canadian border on July 6 after Secret Service alerts. The man, a Kentuckian, was hospitalized in police custody when a weapons search found none. The report also covers Interpol secrecy debates, Detroit budget cuts, and Philadelphia Mayor Rizzo’s calls for troops.
Quotes from Senator Taft and Dr Richard L Lesher discuss public works versus tax cuts for growth and the record 86.7 million employed, noting labor-force participation as a sign of healthy job opportunities and warning against expanding government power over taxes spending and regulation.
Idaho Governor Cecil D. Andrus outlines duties as National Governors Conference chair. He will appoint six committee chairmen and assemble members, directing panels on Human Resources Natural Resources Rural and Urban Affairs Executive Management and Financial Affairs Transportation Commerce and Technology Crime Reduction and Public Safety. He notes sessions before his September 1977 term end and promises no drop in Idaho Office services.
Harold E. Pinson from Santa Ana writes to the Mayor praising Preston Idaho for its two week improvement. He notes new storefronts brightening the town, friendly residents, and good food. He hopes the changes endure for future visits.
Franklin County residents publicly thank Wayne D Bell Bicentennial Chairman for enduring enthusiasm and success in organizing numerous uplifting events. Citizens praise his “Anything is possible” mindset and his committees hard work as the county reflects on a memorable Bicentennial year with gratitude to many contributors.
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