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Newspaper
Preston Citizen
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1948
Page
5
The text cites per capita federal and state debt figures and lists numerous hidden taxes embedded in common goods. It claims 126 taxes on shoes and 291 on a gallon of gasoline among others, emphasizing their inclusion in purchase prices.
The piece argues for focusing on an election despite global tensions and warns of a dangerous year. It claims Americans need capable leaders to navigate a Berlin crisis and Russian hostility, praising Secretary of State George Marshall but criticizing his fit for the role. It asserts broad backing for a tough policy toward the Russians and calls for new leadership.
Mr and Mrs L A Fisher and family visited Mr and Mrs Melvin Burrup in Preston for Sunday dinner in honor of Mrs Fisher's birthday.
Urban sports column laments Idaho Vandals fall to Utah in a seasonal upset while poking fun at Salt Lake Tribune and Telegram excuse making. The piece notes how Utes victory ends local alibi streaks and comments on regional sportswriter bias.
Thatcher Emmette Sparks of Pocatello visited with Mr and Mrs Harris Stephenson. Families from Grace Soda Springs Logan Preston and Bonanza attended visits and rallies last week. A Lago MIA opening social featured a hobo party with prizes, refreshments, dancing and games.
The baby son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Viehweg was blessed last Sunday by his father and named Joseph Bruce. Hyrum Ward hosts honor event for Mr Ward's parents of Preston who celebrate 50 years of marriage. Gene Viehweg and Don West traveled to Grace for an interview with Apostle Clifford Young. Mr and Mrs Ray Croshaw of Logan visited relatives last week. The primary officers and teachers continued activities.
The Clifton Parent Teachers Association met Wednesday night and held a social with games and refreshments for about 50 parents and teachers after the meeting. Miss Joy Winward hosted a fireside chat Sunday with Sherwin Webb of Preston as guest speaker and about 25 guests attended. Mr. and Mrs. Palmer Chase of Preston visited Monday with Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Davis.
Oxford residents host relatives from Preston Nevada and Clifton. Richard Fisher leaves for Moscow to enroll in college. The ward MIA held an opening social with Annie Hatch speaking and old time dancing. Multiple families and guests visit Oxford, Preston, Weston and Rupert.
Mr and Mrs E P Talbot entertained friends with a dinner and dancing party Saturday night. Guests included Alfred Wells Willard Manning Clariva Bodily and Ethyl Taylor who is bound for a sorority house at USAC this winter. A Sunday visit to Tyhee followed and other local movements were noted in Ogden Boise and Winder.
The U S Navy provides 80 trade training options for new enlistees with 20 pre enlistment trade school choices for high school graduates. Courses cover electronics machinist auto mechanic electrician radio radar and sheet metal work. Self study options exist with a small fee.
Idaho's Minidoka National Forest features premier deer hunting opportunities with abundant game and scenic landscapes attracting hunters from across the region. Local guides note strong populations and forest access enhances the season.
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