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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1946
Page
5
Poem urges residents to improve their town by personal effort. It argues real towns grow when everyone works and avoids shirking, stressing mutual responsibility and local action beyond blaming others. The piece ends urging shared civic stake to revive the town.
The piece argues Senator Taylor aims to nationalize basic industries and push collectivism through legislation. It condemns his stance as subversive to American capitalism and criticizes ties to the CIO PAC and wartime allied loans to state-run economies.
Mr and Mrs Wm J Tanner flew to Jackson Hole Wyoming for a fishing trip and were guided to Jackson Lake and streams. Mrs Tanner led the day with the largest catch and most fish. Dr N S Howells soloed in six hours fifteen minutes in the Ercoupe. Leo Harris nears flight test after solo cross country to Bancroft and Pocatello. Garth Eames also soloed in cub cruiser. Carl Nielsen begins his commercial flight test today with high difficulty expected. Good luck, Carl.
Don S Martin son of Mrs Louie B Martin of Preston was discharged today at the Fort Douglas Separation Center after 17 months overseas. He earned the European Theater ribbon with three battle stars and the Good Conduct Medal as a Combat Infantryman.
A man prior to joining the armed forces in July 1944 worked as a cook and farmer in Preston. He earned a ribbon and the Purple Heart for his service.
About 100 acres of corn were planted in Franklin county for canning by California Packing at the Smithfield plant, with Ivan Geary stating it as the first commercial canning crop here. Renovations at Franklin plant and plans to handle other corn acreages accompany the venture. Min Geary sees promise in a 1300 acre pea crop and a 20 acre bean planting for the factory this year.
A businessman who endured the Great Depression, a depositor with funds in failed banks, an investor in 1929 stock markets, a veteran who wore silk shirts during the 1919 Bonus March, and a candidate warning that such ordeals can recur discuss public life and economic risk.
A collage of humorous reflections on success morals and daily life. Bits of dialogue poke fun at gender roles, misunderstandings, and human quirks, with gibes about success being action oriented and self made myths.
Dr Marion E Bell ND opens a naturopathy and physical therapy practice in Preston located at 167 East 1st North. Originally from Logan Utah he studied in Indianapolis and trained in Los Angeles. He was at Pearl Harbor during the attack and later returned to the mainland. He is a member of the LDS church and serves as a temple officiator.
The speaker announces intent to seek an added term as district one commissioner. He pledges to administer county affairs in the public interest and invites constituents to discuss problems openly. He thanks supporters and commits to use the trust for the county’s welfare.
Mapleton residents visited at the home of Vernon Sharp in Fairview. Porter and Woodward families hosted dinner in Franklin. Chattertons visited Burbanks in Franklin. The Longs welcomed a baby named Margaretta. Dursteler of Preston spent time with Henry Dursteler's family. Myrl Long returned from Salt Lake City for the weekend. George Porter and Floyd went to Boise for medical care. Porter returned later. Alma Burbank’s Utah visit concluded. they stayed a week. Morris Gregory spoke in Sunday School. John R. Gregory visited Downey. Earl Bowcut family called on John and Mrs Bowcut in Fairview for Decoration Day.
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