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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1944
Page
9
A wartime letter urges readers to buy more war bonds, arguing that support at home fuels soldiers overseas. It contrasts cheerful advertising with harsh front-line reality, urging an end to hype and a focus on sufficient funding to defeat Adolph and Tojo.
In a post primary era opinion, the Independent Voters League of Idaho is accused of carrying little weight with the people. The piece criticizes their recall drive against the governor, claims of vast petition support, and arrogance, while noting support for pensions in principle but warning the movement is harmed by alleged rabble rousing and irresponsible leadership. It argues true progress requires citizens of integrity and alignment with state issues.
The Citizen advertises customizable rubber stamps of any size or design with a four day turnaround. Call for details.
News notes Preston events as Lt. Kringal aids enlistment for the Idaho National Guard amid a preparedness parade. Five county men Chauncy Williams Earl McClurg Robert Gill Jr George Gill and Everett Wood enlist. Also details a dentist sale Glen Nuffer injury Alvin Hull move and local reunion name change Olson Erickson Westerberg Wallgren. Willis A. Smith passes exams at Agriculture College and heads Rick's Academy Commercial dept. Creamery patrons invited to free dish cream event.
A humor feature notes reader jokes and light items from servicemen at Camp Gruber and other cites. The column shares quips about Irvin Cobb, British wartime antics, and casual jokes from readers including a playful ad about a truck owner seeking a widow with tires.
A playful anonymous verse recalls paper dollies hung on walls and a fickle girl as the speaker contrasts idealized paper figures with real affection. A worm named Ooee-Gooee features in a separate fragment about a worm on a railroad track.
We are grateful for the helpful acts during illness and death and thank all for floral offerings and expressions of sympathy. Mrs. Charles F. Peterson and family.
Westin area residents host relatives, visitors, and summer guests across Brigham City and nearby towns. Notables include Mr and Mrs Earl Hansen with three children, Harlan Goodsell from Los Angeles visiting Frances and Albert Goodsell, and many others attending school, business trips, or summer stays. A June death reports Mrs Ephraim Bergeson passing after a stroke. A Weston high school essay contest awarded Rose Jorgeson first prize of 15 dollars for Cooperative Buying.
Glendale residents welcomed guests from Blackfoot Tremonton Preston and Day ton during the week and weekend. Local families hosted relatives and speakers including James McQueen Altan Auger and Beverly Nelson. Sunday School roles shifted with Carma Warner Evelyn Jensen released and Ellen Auger Beverly Nelson sustained.
The summer recreation program opens with many younger children enrolling. Softball will be played on Wednesday and Friday nights. Badminton and table tennis classes run daily at four in the community building. The summer kindergarten starts Monday June 26 with 9 am registration and a six dollar fee for six weeks.
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