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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1955
Page
8
Ford introduces 1956 trucks with higher power and payloads in 6,800 showrooms. New tandem axle heavy model and extended wheelbase pickup join updated cab design with wraparound windshields. Safety features include a safety steering wheel and door latches, tubeless tires, and multiple engine options up to 200 hp.
Ford introduces eight new engines for 1956 trucks boosting average power by about 17.3 percent. The lineup features short stroke designs for better breathing and higher compression, enabling faster hauling and larger payloads. Top units include the 272 cu in V-8 at 167 hp and the 332 cu in Y-8 at 200 hp with an optional power package.
Ford announces 7.6-1 168 hp four barrel heavy duty engines with sodium cooled exhaust valves and improved valve heads for cooler operation plus a 223 cu in six cylinder for light trucks. Idaho motorists are told a new mandatory accident report form is required with specific thresholds and penalties for noncompliance.
Idaho changes require drivers involved in fatal or damaging accidents to report within 24 hours by fastest means, file a written report to the Department of Law Enforcement within five days, and follow local ordinance rules. The goal is to show insurance status and exemptions under the motor vehicle safety responsibility law.
Mink Creek weekend guests at Percy and Mrs. Keller included Art Gunderson and Bud Gunderson of Salt Lake City and Earl Findley with children from Lanark. Lorin Keller hosted Keith Malone and family and Les Norquist with children, also visiting with Mrs. Keller.
Guests attended a wedding reception in Mink Creek for Mr and Mrs Don Gunderson. Sunday the group dined at Mrs Oliverson in Franklin. Tony Jensen prepares for Rexburg and college, with family visits disclosed. Local families visit relatives in Lava Hot Springs or Ogden while others share hospital news and travel updates.
Sandy Petersons nephew Pete, back at college, spent a summer on the farm to harden for football. He learns the farmer schedule and wakes at 4 15, realizing people differ in routines and tastes, including beer, and everyone has a right to own choice.
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