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Preston Citizen

Location

Preston, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Sep 20, 1956

Page

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Harmer youth dies in Cub River road crash near Preston

Sterling L Sant, 20, of Preston, drove a 1951 sedan at an estimated 90 to 100 mph when it left the Cub River road east of Highway 91 and rolled down a steep embankment. The crash killed E F Sey ot au Pats Peeine and others listed as survivors include parents and several relatives. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Preston fourth ward chapel.

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Homecoming at Preston High Set for Friday September 28

Homecoming activities at Preston High School begin with an alumni assembly in the morning. The annual parade starts at 12 30 with more than 215 clubs and classes in floats. The football game kicks off at 1 30 with halftime entertainment by the band and the queen crowned. The day ends with a homecoming dance at 8 30 Friday evening.

Preston Valley High School Eid Ipsimi

Preston Rifle Club Plans Target Training Session

The Preston Rifle Club will conduct target training and shooting at the Don Whittle range by the river bridge. The event runs Saturday starting at 1 p.m. and Sunday morning from 3 a.m. to noon, aimed at young men ages 18 to 25.

Preston Rifle Club Don Whittle Rifle Club

Preston Chamber of Commerce approves 1956 Rodeo financials

Regular meeting of the Preston Chamber of Commerce board reviewed the 1956 Preston Night Rodeo financial statement prepared by secretary Rulon Dunn. Net income showed 508.58 loss, offset by 3,544.385 capital expenditures, including corral and presiders, with a reported profit of 3,036.27. Total income 14,500.71 from ticket sales Monte Young carnival concessions program advertising and extras. Expenditures totaled 15,009.29 including new installations. The board plans a pay-as-you-go approach and contemplates new bleachers next year.

Rulon Dunn Duar

Polio illness hits families near Ogden and Richmond

Reports from St Benedict's Hospital indicate polio cases among three individuals connected to the Robinson and Bagley families. Mr and Mrs Robinson of Franklin and their relatives were hospitalized after their son and daughter in law contracted polio. The two patients showed response to treatment and were improving as visits were made.

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Governor Smylie to keynote Preston Chamber dinner

Governor Smylie plans to attend the Preston Chamber of Commerce annual meeting on January 14 as principal speaker. In a letter to secretary Mr Dunn he commits to be present unless unforeseen legislative session events force a change.

Robert Thomas Heath Preston Nash Idinner PSM Smylie Preston Chamber.of Commerce Dunn Chamber

Franklin County to Get 65300 Federal Aid for Farm to Market Roads

At a Boise meeting state highway board representative C W Short told Franklin county officials the federal aid highway act of 1956 will provide 65300 to Franklin county for the next two fiscal years. Combined with county funds this brings about 105000 for planned farm to market road construction, enabling roughly five miles of new work including Bear River bridge to Weston and Highway 34 routes, Fairview area roads, Weston Canyon, and Mink Creek paths.

Boise W. Short Idaho’ State Highway Board Franklin County Short Swenson Franklin Bear River Cub River Franklinithe Weston Canyon Mink Creek Riverdale Mintz Creete Forest Boundary Tf Engin

Preston Whitney Irrigation Plan Endorsed by Chamber

Preston Whitney Irrigation Co plans to provide extra water storage near the addio station with the Preston Chamber of Commerce backing. The directors authorize a letter to Cecil Foster commending the company and offering help to complete the project.

Preston. ‘Chamber Commerce Wecong Preston-Whitney Irrigation Co Rulon Dunn Irrigation Company Cecil. Fostér Jletter Preston-Whitney Irrigation Addio Sosyaney Preston’ Chamber Commierce

Holsteins Win at Utah State Holstein Show

Idaho breeders lead the state Holstein herd at the Utah dairy show held Monday. The aged cow owned by Dr John Hatch of Idaho Falls won first in its class and grand champion, with several other animals from Henry Drury and Son of Preston and Douglas Wright and Son of Franklin placing in multiple classes.

Idaho Henry Drury Douglas ‘Wright Franklin Joba Hatch Idaho Falls Henry ‘Drury Preston A. V Halbot Henry Drury Leslie F. Jephson Falls Douglas Wright John” Hatch Henry, Drury and Son Leslie Jephson Idaho “Falls

Beginners Music Classes Announced by Manning School

Manning school announces beginners music instruction for sixth grade students. About 200 students tested show above average musical aptitude. Students encouraged to join bands with flute clarinet cornet or trombone. Applications available at the school office and enrollment expected to be large.

John Manning Preston

Idaho State Photography Contest Winners Announced

The Idaho State Department of Commerce and Development announced contest winners for color photographs and color picture essays. top prize went to A B Jonasson, with multiple cash awards and certificates for numerous entrants including Florence Northway and George Bi. McKay, reflecting a wide range of regional entries.

Idaho A. B.jonasson Bre Sonaeon Irving Wwe Cornell Trinity Lake Mr Ernest -Britenbekér Préston Tha Bloomington Lakes Wdaho Algo Florence Northway Grangeville George McKay Rirst Avenue North -Hailey Len Rei F Potello Vand

County Tax Rolls Reveal 1956 Real and Personal Property Value

The Associated Taxpayers of Idaho release shows total real and personal property assessments for 1956 totaling 6,162,226 dollars in Franklin County. The report also notes continued personal property rolls for the year 1955 and mentions utilities.

Associated Taxpayers of Idaho Franklincoln County

Nominating Election Held at Preston Junior High

Pupils at Preston Junior High School held a nominating election for student body officers on Friday. The bulletin ticket included President Tasvid Hatt and Rasmussen as secretary with Nash handling social duties.

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