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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1966
Page
1
Franklin County farmers improved their financial position with higher yields and stronger livestock markets. The Standard Rate and Data Service survey shows total farm revenue around 1 million for the year, with 45 percent from crops and 55 percent from livestock and dairy.
Lightning struck Ran som's hollow Monday igniting a range and brush fire north of Preston. By Wednesday the fire covered about 600 acres of rangeland and deer range with stubble burned. Eight Forest Service and up to ten Preston volunteers fought the flames aided by sheriff and local help. Debris fire on Beaver Dams near Thatcher and a Carl Nielsen farm spark also listed. Officials warned tinder dry conditions and urged caution with matches and welding.
Franklin county schools show stable totals with Eastside reporting a small uptick of about seven students, expected to decline soon. Preston schools list 1844 enrollment versus 1837 last year, with 1869 in 1964 and 1880 in 1963, indicating overall similar headcounts across years.
Eligible wool growers are urged to vote on the wool and lamb market development program with ballots available at the ASCS county office through September 23. Voting may be in person or by mail to decide whether deductions under the wool program will continue and support advertising and promotion efforts.
Preston High School Phi-Dels have earned 1100 total toward a 500 prize and seek 750 more plus 175 for salesmen. Jill Boden leads with 50 dollars for 93800 points including 45 new subscriptions, with 24000 points for the club to date. If 100000 points by Sept 10 triggers bonuses, top girls win 100 50 25 and the club gains further prizes plus dinners for two. Kayla Redington and Beth Orme are runners up.
A four year old girl suffered serious facial cuts when a one car crash on Highway near Thatcher involved a 1957 station wagon. Deborah Ann Clausse, 14, of Preston, was driving. a passenger, Ther a sg a cousin, was injured. The car overturned after hitting gravel and rolled, then the occupants were treated at Grace Clinic and at Dee Hospital in Ogden.
Senator Len Jordan told a Franklin County Fair audience in Preston that federal programs of Great Society spending drive inflation and higher food prices while lowering net farm income. He argued these Democratic programs cost taxpayers billions, misallocate funds, and offer little lasting help, predicting costs could reach 215 billion dollars annually within four years. He criticized architects of the Great Society for exotic big spending and urged candid discussion on the fiscal path.
Buckaroo acts headlined the Franklin County Fair drawing 300 patrons. Joe Ward and Bill Hollingsworth wowed crowds with stunts, while Farm Bureau Day showcased the Junior Fat Stock Sale and horse show. Grand champion calf sold for 33.75 cents, with winners named in cattle, lamb, and dairy events. fair renovation noted by William Robinson.
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