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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1947
Page
5
Congressional hearings in major cities examined commodity prices with testimony from manufacturers retailers labor groups and consumer groups. Retailers argued they are not responsible for inflation noting markups are low and profits per sales dollar are small while costs have been cut where possible.
The piece contrasts Soviet and American press freedoms, arguing Soviet editors face exile for dissent while American editors critique U S foreign policy under laws against libel. It contends free criticism sustains free government and notes Soviet propaganda aims to mold citizens into uniform thinking.
Stores refuse to stock overpriced items and work with manufacturers to raise quality. Retailers show profits lower than under OPA, proving prices are beyond retailer control. The speaker praises their exceptional effort under difficult conditions and urges public recognition.
Notice to creditors in the probate court of Franklin County Idaho requires claims against the estate of Reta S Allen deceased to be presented with vouchers within four months of first publication dated October 27 1947. Administrator Ben B Johnson Glen N Allen Preston Idaho attorney for administrator. First publication October 30 1947. 44-47 Case No 1249 Civil ORDER NO 24 fixing time and place for hearing on report of sale and petition for confirmation of sales in the United States District Court for Utah Northern Division First Security Bank of Utah National Association and William H H Loos Trustees v Utah Idaho Central Railroad Corporation
The court orders the Receiver J Quinney to appear for a hearing on November 8, 1947, at 10:00 a.m. in Salt Lake City to approve his Report of Sales and Petition for Confirmation of Sales of railroad real estate. Notice to be published in regional newspapers eight days prior.
The Twin Lakes Canal Company in Preston Idaho levies a five dollar per share assessment on all outstanding preferred stock at a board meeting October 7 1947 to fund 1947 borrows and 1948 operations. Payment is due by November 26 1947 at the company office or First Security Bank Preston, with delinquent shares to be sold December 18 1947 at 2 pm to cover the delinquent amount and sale costs. J J Sanford Secretary. Oct 23-Nov 13
Mrs J N Larsen hosted by sister Mrs J R Thomas in Logan on Wednesday and Thursday. Ezra Wickham and wife from Logan visited daughter Mrs Eldon Manning in Preston on Saturday. Mabel Cummings of Los Angeles visits cousin Mrs J N Larsen and family. Jerry Merrill, son of Mr and Mrs Frank Merrill, attends the University of Utah and spent the weekend at home.
A fragmented compilation of jokes and jokes like vignettes from small town life. The snippet recalls a mix of punchlines about soldiers, a windy exchange with a wig, a polar expedition boot gag, a tire pump line, and a bemused hermit’s first encounter with an automobile, all in a dated, jesting voice.
The column quotes Sam Abernathy urging open minds in marriage and less criticism. It notes his wife’s hats and her salad choice, Sam’s chair and beer ritual, and argues that criticism breeds resentment while an open mind benefits both partners.
A quirky dialogue features Woozy boasting about a chased nymph who turns into a tree or shops like a jewelry store or restaurant. Mrs Woozy quips about needing money if separated, while a closing line notes the value of silence in one language for a multilingual speaker.
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