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Newspaper
The Pocatello Post
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1949
Page
2
Idaho state police lieutenant J F Bedingfield warned Thursday that all out of state automobile owners must renew their licenses by their home state deadline. He said highway police are clearing blocked roads and will focus on license violators. Idaho residents need not renew until March 31, but other states vary.
A 10 member nominating committee screened candidates and a platform while considering a name for a nonpartisan group in Twin Falls. The group opposes slot machines for revenue but seeks more street funding. Elections will include mayor, streets and water commissioner, and parks commissioner posts.
Four high school debaters led by Miss Frances Dotcour spoke on Federal World Government during the Thursday noon Rotary meeting in the Bannock hotel Wedgewood room. EF Rip Gledhill introduced the program and Rampton Barlow sang with Mrs. Lucille Kuhre on piano. Guests included British consul C Edgar Vaughan and others from Boise Rexburg Salt Lake City.
Probate filing for Jennie A Stanton who died February 16 1949 names Laura S Gough executrix valued not in excess of 40000 and sets a March 11 1949 hearing. Survivors include J W Stanton of Portland Oregon Laura S Gough of Pocatello Idaho and C E Stanton of Gridley California.
In a California mission orchard at San Juan Bautista pear trees exceeding 130 years continue to yield fruit, illustrating enduring agriculture.
A satirical poem clips the minister who scolds President Truman for a salty speech. It recalls Roosevelt’s era oaths and mocks critics while praising Truman’s earthy, honest persona and moral heft. The verse argues attacks for flair, not fault, and urges empathy over censure.
Rep. Clare Hoffman charges the President's use of S. O. B. shows lack of fitness and urges Truman to revoke ABC's license amid the Pearson criticism. Hoffman says public officials must show decency and propriety while noting the mixed reactions to the president's off the cuff remark.
The motion picture Danger Is Your Companion was shown at a Lions club regular meeting. It promoted first aid knowledge under the direction of Ernest L. Ellis of the Red Cross.
A petition for determining heir ship was filed with Probate Judge Willard Lund on Friday by Abby K. Gooch widow of Nathan O Robinson who died June 13 1941. The filing states Robinson owned three Bocatello lots and Abby is his widow asserting her claim as heir. Other heirs listed include Clarissa Robinson Lish Pocatello Anna Robinson Mansfield Burbank California Lenore Robinson Burbank California Burrell Oscar Robinson Boise Lorin Eugene Robinson Pocatello Ilene Robinson Richards Enterprise Utah and Don Leslie Robinson Salt Lake City.
Hollywood film star Jean Arthur plans a divorce from producer-husband Frank Ross the suit cites extreme cruelty. Arthur’s attorney announced she has filed in New York and Ross will not contest the action.
Fort Hall Reservation Indians cited into Pocatello courts raise concerns of discrimination. Police view equal treatment in city courts, while consider transferring arrested Indians to the tribal council for punishment. Council to repair reservation jail and form work gangs. Participants include Sheriff Alma Marley and Indian Agent L. E. Towle.
Bannock county farmers should begin spring plowing next month if weather holds, says extension agent Albert Mylrole. North of Pocatello has little snow, but McCammon area still has snow delaying some fields. He urges planning for next year crops and weed control discussions soon.
Syracuse's swimming team resumes home meets at Archbold Gymnasium after nearly two years of traveling. The return marks a milestone for the program as athletes resume routine competitions in their own facility.
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