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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1977
Page
4
A reader argues the minority gains are being countered and equality must be earned through work. The piece warns against universal rights without effort, criticizing government aid for the unable and suggesting scale tipping toward productive citizens.
Guest editorial by W F Bill Whittom on an Exploratory Project for Economic Alternatives proposing heavy government farming control. The piece condemns plans to tax Americans for cheap food and to run agriculture as a public utility, arguing it would harm private enterprise and threaten food security.
Dennis I Thompson of the West Side is the valedictorian for the May 22, 1952 Preston graduation. Yvonne Barrus wins the 1952 Petterborg Cup vocal contest at Preston High School auditorium. Flood waters rise in Preston area as Bear River tributaries peak. Cushman of Idaho State Chamber of Commerce discusses Fairview water district election and directors. Twin brothers Arlando and Arlo Larsen serve as missionary companions in the Southern States. William Wright and Ruth Crockett Crockett die, pioneers of the Sandcrest Farm. Heavy rain and flood risk noted in Franklin County. Five thousand sugar beet acres to be thinned with 110 Mexican workers in local labor camp. Joint Preston City and Franklin County school commencement set for Friday. Various locals noted for business and farming activities.
White House adviser Greg Schneiders urges President Carter to continue his style centered outreach. He proposes a repeat radio call in show and an overnight stay with an average California family plus roundtable discussions with citizens on welfare reforms tax reforms and world hunger. Prices at supermarkets may rise this summer per a confidential Commerce Dept note.
Community appeals for support during Mental Health Month to aid individuals with mental and emotional distress. The effort, led by the Mental Health Association of Idaho, seeks donations within each person’s means to expand access and reduce strain on psychiatric beds and services. Coordinators include Masual Hearth Vos and Canele Bellinger.
Governor Johnny Evans states no immediate call for a special Idaho Legislature session due to the drought. Agencies absorb costs. Health and Welfare sees more migrant needs. Water Resources requests about 55000 dollars more. A memorandum to legislators warns of potential emergency action when regular session convenes next January.
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