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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1956
Page
12
Washington column notes no major farm policy shifts after the election. Price support levels will dominate the early agenda with a renewed clash over rigid versus flexible provisions. Both parties largely agree on existing farm laws, acreage allotments stay unchanged for next year.
The article outlines no change in the annual 3 billion dollar surplus disposal program and continued sell-off to finance a world wide program. It notes possible congressional debates on amendments, potential liberalization, and support for soil conservation. It mentions incentives for small farmers, drought relief in the Great Plains, and research into new uses for farm products.
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Idaho reports a 130 percent rise in total property taxes over the past decade amid rising assessed values. The association notes 44 of 68 Idaho cities show higher aggregate tax loads, with only 3 steady and 21 down. six cities reached over $10 per $100 assessed value in 1950, rising to 36 by 1956. Max Yost, executive secretary, highlights a heavy tax burden and forthcoming increases in 1956.
The report shows county and state levies largely steady while city taxes rise. City levy averages climb from 2.80 to 3.32 per 100 assessed value, and school district levies increase from 2.46 to 3.49, the largest gain among government units since 1950.
Marion Jensen, longtime Franklin County educator and former state official, denounces fundraising practices in Idaho elections. He cites large outsider contributions to Frank Church and Senator Welker’s committees, urges full disclosure and legislative action to curb external influence and protect Idaho voters.
The fragment notes a Preston item titled Cysizen at address No 8. The readable text provides limited names or dates, outlining a locality snippet with no clear event or outcome beyond the street reference.
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