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Preston Citizen

Location

Preston, Idaho, United States of America

Date

May 26, 1955

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Travel booklet edition highlights Utah and nearby states

A 112 page travel booklet showcases scenic attractions in Utah and neighboring states Idaho Oregon Washington Nevada with photos and weekend trip suggestions. Copies are free at Utah oil Cox stations and Utahco outlets as the fifth Adventures edition joins a 1955 fishing calendar noting best fishing days.

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Re Chosen boys to represent Franklin county at state

The county selects two youths for the state youth to be held in Boise June 5 to A junior boys state program requires good standing and citizenship. The two winners are Darwell Gamble and Preston Jensen with others named as alternates. Residents report two boys returned with a live hand grenade found near lava rock and a neighbor assisted.

Watey Louis Lee Rock Earn Frenehes

National Crochet Contest Opens with 3000 Prize Promise

Local crochet enthusiasts are invited to enter the 1955 nationwide crochet contest with over 3000 dollars in cash prizes and free trips to New York City. Open to men women and teenage girls, entries must use mercerized crochet cotton size 100 or less with 16 classifications. Winners receive grand and class prizes plus lavish trophies and media exposure.

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Local Soil Conservation Office Moves to Library Basement

Franklin soil conservation district moves its offices from the Larson building to the Library basement to improve accessibility and public service. Board members Stanton Hawise Alton Nash and chairman Ben Meek announce plans to expand membership and involve farmers in soil and water resource programs. The first board meeting at the new site was held last Thursday evening.

Soil” Conservation Banegach Games Franklin Soil Conservation District Wth Dasement Ben “Meek District “ Board Paris Meek Franklin Franklin Soiil Conservation District Techni Ees Stanton Hawise Franebork Ith Alton Nash

West Side Pupils Show Band Interest

West Side schools report strong pupil and parent enthusiasm for forming a school band. The board director said the program’s goal may be reached soon after a meeting last Wednesday, with information available from Mr Hill at school or home.

West Side West Side Board Hill

When you have a news fire cat at No 8

Local fragment suggests a quirky headline from The Preston Circle referencing a fire cat incident or symbol linked to building No 8. Details are sparse but imply a newspaper teaser style item. The text lacks clear names, places, or outcomes.

Vernon Atkinson Trains In Michigan

Vernon Gary Atkinson, son of Donna Draper of Hinckley and Abe Atkinson, grandson of Mr and Mrs Sam Atkinson of Ogden, left Keesler Air Force Base Mississippi last Tuesday by plane for Fort Austin Michigan to finish training. He has lived with his grandparents since infancy after previously residing in Dayton. Atkinson joined the Air Force last August and trained at Keesler in office work.

Vernon Gary Atkinson Donna“Draper Hinckley Abe Sam

Penta Gaining As Preservative For Posts Reported

A University of Idaho forester Vernon Burlison reported this week that pentachlorophenol is increasing in popularity as a post preservative. The national report notes rising use and provides context on handling and safety considerations.

Vernon” Burlison University” of Idaho Ertension Forester

Wood treated with preservative volumes show shifts in 1950s

The record notes total treated wood output for 1952 and 1953, with volumes rising in some products and falling in others. Fence posts increased slightly in quantity, while overall treated product volumes declined from 292 570 000 to 224 964 000 cubic feet. Penta sold form rose to about eight million pounds from five million, while other figures dropped.

To buy or sell use the PRES TON . CITIZEN classified page

Classified notice indicates buyers and sellers should consult the PRES TON citizen page for listings. It urges readers to check the classified section for items, services, and opportunities.

Preston . Citizen

AAUW Spring Banquet Highlighted By International Dolls Theme

An AAUW spring banquet at Utah Power and Light Co. featured Mrs Kay Nuttall as toastmistress and Dr P Skidmore of sociology USAC as guest speaker. Tables with an international dolls motif were attractively arranged. Helen Candle and others led arrangements while Sheetal and Bonnie Boden performed. Officers announced for the coming year: Dolores Bulow, president. Emma McClun, vice president. Asa Bergeson, secretary. Anna Phippen, treasurer.

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