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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1951
Page
4
Editor George Peck argues Russia is not communist but a totalitarian state with wage incentives and property rules mirroring a mixed economy. He claims salaries vary by work quality, private home ownership is restricted, and state firms pay premiums for brains and leadership while workers share in collective farm plots.
The piece argues Eisenhower may accept the Republican nomination or be pressured to, while Truman faces a campaign dilemma. It notes Truman and Eisenhower as close allies but wary allies in a contested race, with Sen. Paul Douglas as a potential Democratic candidate and questions about policy directions and isolationism.
A columnist urges the GOP to adopt a Jeffersonian rotation in office to keep democracy vibrant. It argues two major parties are essential, notes corruption in a long Democratic tenure, and warns elections depend on factors beyond merely opposing the other party.
A columnist praises Truman as Democratic front runner for 1948, noting his broad appeal despite criticism of bureaucrats. Eisenhower is expected to face a campaign against a president he admires personally but distrusts on domestic policy and crony government.
Editorial argues 1952 could test American democracy amid political division, rising distrust of leadership, and as nations pivot to war material. Warns against midline policies, urges clear issues and firm national resolve. Predicts a tense year with Japan and West Germany rearmament and potential global conflict, urging vigilance and principled action.
Canyon county leads Idaho in prune production with 125000 trees and last year harvested 326000 bushels, reflecting strong orchard output and regional farming strength.
A 5 year old Shoshone girl found a German rifle shell in a car and inserted it into the cigarette lighter. The shell discharged and exited through the car window, causing minor injuries to the child.
Government mule kicked back at a forest ranger near Emmett injuring Don Cox with a broken leg. Cox had slapped the mule to urge it to move rather than lead it.
The Rupert recorder reports a county couple has not applied for a marriage license for 45 days, signaling a possible delay in formalizing their union.
Brief item from The Preston Citizen notes a matter at number 8. Details are readable but fragmentary, with limited names or places specified. Further textual clues are needed to establish concrete entities, dates, or outcomes.
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