This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 11 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1952
Page
10
The editorial draws parallels between nature’s cycle from seed to bloom and the Christian message of life, death, and resurrection. It notes the seasonal symbolism of Easter, urges belief in the immortality of the human spirit, and emphasizes enduring values amid transient modern life.
A call to action on rising motor vehicle deaths over a decade from 1941 to 1950. The piece contrasts 309 932 deaths from accidents with 13 major disasters such as the Texas City blast and Cocoanut Grove fire, urging stronger public demand, law enforcement, and political resolve to curb traffic fatalities.
Shafter plans its fifth Potato n Cotton Festival with entertainment and a tribute to local Korean War heroes serving as parade marshals. Organizers emphasize that the festival should mirror the community’s spirit and achievements, making the event meaningful beyond spectacle.
E. K. Grant reports building activity in Shafter showing steady, substantial gains with $54,450 in permits for 7 residential units. A Terra Vista public works permit adds to a 1952 outlook seen as a record year, signaling ongoing community development.
Shafter prepares for a premier horse show as part of the Pototon Cotton Festival on May 17. A new race track at Lachenmaier stables beside the high school grounds will host bleachers and entries from Kern County and southern Valley. Organizers aim for a quality, tradit ion forming event with a festive day including a parade and barbecue.
A sermon extols Easter as proof of the resurrection and the Christian hope. Paul’s note that without Christ’s rising faith would be vain is coupled with Jesus’ promise that believers will live eternal life. The piece urges personal belief to attain salvation during the Easter season.
The annual Good Friday service sponsored by the Bakersfield Ministerial Association will take place tomorrow at First Congregational Church at 17th and G streets from noon to 3 p m. The public is invited to attend all or part of the service commemorating the crucifixion of Christ with Rev Ralph et pastor as chairman of the three hour observance under the Greater Bakersfield Council of Churches.
Mrs. Elizabeth Ghilarducci and Miss Nancy Ghilarducci acquire the Lora Gene Dress Shop from Loretta Ricci and Carl Weber. The new owners plan to expand stock with a recent Los Angeles purchase.
Lt. Norman A. McNamee told the Kern County Chamber of Commerce that bringing the Kern county National Guard battalion to full strength would raise the annual payroll to about 225000. The current payroll last year was nearly 41000, with Delano and Taft units included. Major Ernest Mobley warned of possible federal recognition loss if enlistments lag.
M Thomas Wedge, a local librarian, announced Wasco and surrounding areas show a county-wide reading race result. January totals reveal 5474 readers in Shaft, 6705 borrowers countywide, with Wasco at 5780 and Butt Willow 2022. county circulation up 142,307 from 1951.
The program offers young men a chance to gain technical and administrative training while performing duties as citizen soldiers. It emphasizes practical trade instruction and broadens career possibilities beyond military service.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.