17 Jun 1948
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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1948
Page
1
Entries must be made by 10 a.m. Saturday June 26 and left in the show until 5 p.m. June 27. Assisting with the show are John A Morrison, Mrs Harold Olsen, Mrs Earl Goaslind, Mrs G C Kilgore, and Mrs W E Crane.
In the league two teams remain tied for lead after at least two games. Franklin and Rotary each have one win and one loss, Lions are 1-2, while Carpenters and Elks sit at 0-2. Monday results: Jaycees 13 Lions 25 7-Up 21 Rotary 23 Elks 47. Next Monday schedule includes Carpenters vs 7-Up Hansen Godfrey vs Franklin Lions vs Rotary. Thursday features Jaycees vs Elks and Hansen Godfrey vs Rotary Carpenters vs Franklin.
James B. reports Elder Joseph Fielding Smith and twelve apostles spoke at the event. Church authorities presented guidance on using surplus to relieve debt and aid the needy. Music was provided by Preston High School students under Lyle Shipley. Visiting officials inspected the welfare farm.
A Danish Mission memoir notes Ernest Jensen fell into the mission period around 1910 to 1910. The farewell party is set for June 20 at 7 30 p.m. in the ward chapel. Friends and former Prestont high school classmates are invited. Jensen graduated in 1947 and participated in chorus and dramatics. He attended the LDS Seminary. Continued on Page 8.
John E Viehweg 64 of Slayton suffered leg fractures after a crane elevator tipped when a chain slipped at the Downey Grain Growers Assoc site. Eugene Williams also fell about 25 feet but survived. Welders Ollie Mark and William Binggeli avoided falls. Viehweg, born November 25 1893 in Banida, was married to Ethel Loomis and is survived by two sons and a daughter.
Glencoe residents prepare a farewell for Elder Bergquist at the ward chapel Friday evening. Wheeler's orchestra will provide music for dancing after talks and a program. Allen, a Glencoe farmer, leaves Monday for Salt Lake City to begin Western States Mission duties.
Preston schedule announces Monday start for classes led by Supervisor Bob Bunker. Certificates available at the prescription drug store or Supt. A Simmonds office. Age groups 10 to 12 and 7 to 12 include beginners and non swimmers with final pages 13 to 15 listing Wednesday and Friday sessions.
A 7 year old pedestrian Harry Covey was hospitalized with concussion and cuts after a two car crash around 11 pm near here. Vehicles from Jack Hadley Preston and George Dalton Grate were involved. Covey was found unconscious on the pavement and remains not in serious condition apart from shock.
The 71st annual commencement at the University of Illinois in Urbana held June 19 and 20 awarded 78 doctor of philosophy degrees along with 451 master and professional degrees. More than 2,100 candidates from undergraduate colleges and schools were to be conferred degrees.
Junior League results note Franklin defeated Fairview 13 runs 9 hits while Mink Creek lost to Preston 7 to 13. A West Side vs Preston postponement due to a schedule mix up and a Franklin vs West Side game postponed. June 22 schedule lists Preston vs Fairview Preston vs Mink Creek and West Side vs Franklin.
At a Malad Montpelier veterans event the American Legion posts Whitehead and Grace plus Preston and others served as color bearers before the flag draped casket. Speakers urged active support for peace as veterans and students honored fallen heroes with solemn tribute.
Rural subscribers in Preston exchange grew by 146 as Mountain States Telephone & Telegraph advances rural service program. Robert Fulton notes miles of poles and wire required, with 1400 rural orders held for June 1. Postwar plan to extend service aims at three to five years amid supply shortages and growing demand.
Mr Beckstead suffered serious burns to face arms and hands in a gas line leak explosion at a Preston cabin while attempting to light a water heater. He, Woytko a co traveler, and two couples spent the night there awaiting transport as hospital care followed. Mr Beckstead is employed by Preston Lumber Co.
KVNU in Logan will become a regional station with power increased from 250 to 1000 watts and a dial change from 1230 to 610 on Sunday. The inaugural program at 6 pm will feature Preston's all girl chorus directed by Mrs Elda Carlson. Reed Bullen, general manager, notes the 1940s-era upgrade cost over 40000 dollars and marks a major milestone for the station.
County Agent Dan Roberts announced a statewide tour ending with a Preston Idaho session. Dr C S Manis of the University of Idaho will discuss insecticides and insect control, answer questions, and share observations from demonstrations across Idaho. The gathering is open to all interested in the field.
West Side High School will send third through sixth graders to Downata for Wednesday afternoon swimming lessons and return by bus. Seventh through 12th graders will train Thursdays after noon. Parents are urged to contact Mr. Crowton to enroll.
The notice invites children under 16 to enter float, bicycle, wagon, and doll buggy categories in a parade with prizes. Awards include 25 for first, 10 for second, and 3 for other entries, plus a special prize for best appearing boy scout troop. Entries should be mailed promptly via the Jaycees committee.
Miss Cleda Auger daughter of Bishop and Mrs Leland Ly Auger of Glendale has accepted a call to labor in the Western States Mission. She leaves Monday for the assignment.
Franklin Idaho celebrated a full parade with 15 floats and a morning band concert. Lt. Gov. Whitehead spoke of Idaho pioneers and Utah contrasts while the day featured enthusiastic remarks, a public float parade, and two baseball wins for Franklin over Preston and Logan.
Hassen-Godfrey catcher Mr Larsen suffered a lower leg fracture on the plate during a game. He will be unable to work for weeks, and league officials call for community support. The 8 p.m. opener features Grant's Bike Shop vs Franklin, followed by Logan Coca Cola vs The Pres ton 7-Up, both promising action and strong play.
Weston set a one day celebration on Saturday July 24 starting at 9 30 a m with a parade at 9 36 a m a pioneers program at 11 and a ball game at 1 p m Horse pulling events pony judging and children sports follow The amateur boxing card at 8 30 p m tops the evening which will close with an open air dance from 9 to midnight Funds will go toward building Weston s new chan nel and the town hall tennis courts are being repaired for the dance.
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