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Newspaper
The Pocatello Post
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1948
Page
5
No local price cut in bread despite lower grain costs. Five large bakers say they will maintain current prices as flour bought at higher costs remains in stock. Officials note nationwide retail cuts are possible but uncertain. experts expect no dramatic drop soon.
A spot landing contest will be held at Pocatello Municipal Airport on Sunday February 15 with pilots cutting engines at 800 feet and landing at a designated mark. Entry fees of 1 dollar go to the swimming pool fund. Six prizes totaling 58 dollars will be awarded for closest landings.
Monty Huff nine month old son of Mr and Mrs George Huff of 375 Jefferson Ave died this morning in a local hospital after a short pneumonia illness. Funeral services set for 2 pm Monday at Downard chapel with Bishop A M Alexander presiding. Burial at Mountainview Cemetery. Born April 25 1947 in Los Angeles, survivors include parents and grandparents G E Wilson Kalispell Montana J H Huff Pocatello.
The Orpheum presents a busy schedule with sun to tue showings of Groucho Marx and Carmen Miranda in Copacabana, plus Dragnet with Henry Wilcoxson and Mary Brien. Midweek offers Betty Hutton and John Lund in Perils of Pauline, White Stallion with David Sharpe, and Tonto Thundercloud. weekend includes New Orleans with Arturo DeCordova and Dorothy Patrick and Bells of San Fernando.
A Salt Lake City crash left Frank F. Kapgenoss dead at 39 after his convertible plummeted into a large canal crossing U S 40 near Saltair. Two passengers, Mrs. Hannah Stephenson 36 and Mrs. Mary oo 72, were hospitalized. Weather linked slip due to snow and cold blamed for the mishap.
George A. Packer of 926 North Tenth Ave urged the city council to discontinue creation of a special improvement district in his neighborhood due to high construction costs. He submitted unsigned petitions for the district which would cover sidewalks curbs gutters and street paving. The council approved including 10 blocks on north Ninth Tenth and Eleventh avenues in next year’s oiling program to reduce heavy dust in summer.
Unit to meet in Boise on February 18 to set a fuller future policy and likely elect more officers. J L Ledge Craig of the Pocatello Chamber announced the gathering with William Hill of the Idaho Automobile Dealers Association and Ellis Donaldson of Fargo Wilson and Wells among expected attendees.
Putnam district held its court of Honor at the LDS Fourth Ward chapel Friday night. Verl Neider won the eagle award presented by his girlfriend Miss Lanny Flint. Life saving awards went to Monte Fiala Gary Mitten Richard Johnson and Glendon Bateman. The event marked Scouting 38th anniversary with national broadcasts to Ben Harry and figures like Jack Benny Harold Perry and Randolph Scott.
William S. Hill, president of the Idaho Automobile Dealers Association, said in Pocatello that despite rapid gains in auto production there are 6,000,000 unfilled orders nationwide. He cited a Society of Automotive Engineers report and predicted years of tight supply as aging cars retire and replacement demand persists.
William S. Hill of Hill Bros. announces 1948 Buicks on display at the showroom opposite the Post Office in Pocatello. Visitors are invited to see the Roadmaster Sedanette and the Super 4-door sedan now featured.
Five Boy Scouts received awards at the Court of Honor held Friday night at the Fourth Ward LDS Chapel. In photos, scoutmaster Geo. Packer of troop 113 presents life saving awards to Monte Fiala Gary Mitten Richard Johnson and Glendon Bateman. Verl Neider receives the Eagle badge from his girlfriend Miss Lanny Flint.
Ezra R. Whitla Idaho veteran national committeeman said he will run again for reelection. The Coeur d Alene Republican leader is serving his fifth term and is first vice president of the GOP national executive committee. He has chaired the Western state conference for eight years and led the Western district for four years.
John Cerny of Harrison is appointed as second grade conservation officer by Idaho Fish and Game Director T. B. Murray. Cerny will serve in the first district under District Supervisor Marshall Edson, Coeur d Alene. Murray notes Cerny has 15 years of pilot experience.
Second night of Great Day of 1948 drew enthusiastic remarks from patrons who praised its originality and humor. ISC students produced the show under John Foreman with original music by Jay and Del Slaughter, reflecting veteran life themes and light musical comedy.
Washington reports Lee Pressman resigns as general counsel for the CIO and United Steel Workers to enter private practice and join the Wallace presidential campaign activities. He cited desire to support the Wallace for president effort.
Albert S. Dickinson, 79, formerly of Blackfoot, died at his daughter's home in Winnemucca, Nevada, on Friday after retiring from the practice of law. Survived by two daughters, O. A. Metcalf of Winnemucca and Ed Cole of Heyburn. Burial to be in Blackfoot.
Mayor May G. R. Phillips announced a proclamation calling February 13 the Day of Prayer for Pocatello citizens. The World Day of Prayer aims to unite churches in witnessing for a world order based on the Golden Rule.
Weiser, Utah born cattleman Dave Madison, 79, died Friday at a Weiser hospital. A 60 year Weiser resident, he retired from the cattle business nine years ago.
The prompt notes that pressure between automobile gear teeth can reach as high as 400000 pounds per square inch challenging engineers.
E A Reisenger president of the Methodist Men's Club announced the annual Father and Son banquet will be held Monday at 6 30 p m in the church parlors. An interesting program has been arranged and all members are urged to attend. Reservations should be made at once with Reisinger at 1370 M.
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