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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1956
Page
4
The piece argues Vice President Richard Nixon may be dropped as President Eisenhower seeks another course. It lauds Nixon as hardworking and loyal but questions his readiness for the presidency, noting broad national speculation about his political fate.
U S Senator Herman Welker of Idaho criticizes the Interstate Commerce Commission for approving a six percent railroad freight rate rise. He vows to push for a bill to probe the ICC and argues the hike burdens farmers, ranchers and stockmen while railroads reap profits.
The piece argues Ike will be re elected, noting his age and heart condition, and predicts Nixon will be dumped from the vice presidency but could earn cabinet status. It praises Eisenhower’s popularity and leadership while acknowledging Nixon as capable and ambitious.
Local residents report births and family visits across Mink Creek Preston and Salt Lake City. The Kirks welcomed a baby boy born March 1, joining a daughter Kimberly, with grandparents Harley Jepsen and Martha Kirk. Extended relatives from Grace, Salt Lake City and Denmark planned travels and temple viewings.
Last week in Mapleton several births were registered with new names Brent W Bowmen and Ronald Mark born to Bowman and Taylor families. Colleen Knapp was confirmed by her father Harry Knapp with Kenneth and Walter Knapp assisting. A junior Gleaners gathering held a silver commrandery at LeVere Sorenson's home with local Knapps and Porters in attendance.
Glendal e residents traveled to Salt Lake City to visit Mr and Mrs La Von Webster while Mrs Melva Wheeler attended a club in Preston. Glen H Taylor former Idaho senator visited friends, Larry Larsen BYU student spent weekend with parents, Vern Nelson and family went to Logan for a square dance.
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