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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1945
Page
7
Peter T. Rodriguez, chairman of Kern County's Veterans Certifying Committee, said the panel is ready to act on GI farm loan applications once presented. He noted the Veterans Administration asks the group to assess reasonable likelihood of success for loan guarantees under the GI Bill.
Bob LeDoux of Stockton visited last week in the home of his sister in law Mrs Louis LeDoux in Shafter.
Certificate of audit documents the Shafter Public Utility District for year ended December 31 1944. It covers a balance sheet cash receipts disbursements and balances and notes limitations on verification of fixed assets and taxes receivable. George H Hobson signs as auditor with publication date April 19 1945.
Kern County AAA officials announce May 1 as the deadline to file 1945 farm plans. J R Bright, chairman, urges local farmers to submit promptly to ensure equal opportunities and to help estimate changes in food production for war needs and future programs.
Private First Class Jack Dudley of Shafter describes jungle combat near Manila in the Seventh Cavalry amid Laizon hills while recalling pack horses and underfed stock. He served since 1943 after training at Camp Roberts and campaigns on Admiralty and Leyte. Bridge club gathered April 12 hosted by Mrs J A Roscamp with prizes awarded to Mrs Wiedmann and Mrs Vandenberg and guests present. Sydney Gering of Inglewood visited. Ms Gering is Roscamp’s nephew.
Mr and Mrs Frank Muttart recently visited in Shafter at the home of Mrs Muttart’s mother Mrs J A Roscamp.
A photo in The Furrow shows three Mettler cousins in Shafter California holding FFA offices. Bob Mettler is president, Allen is vice president, and Elmer is chapter reporter. Since 1939 twelve Mettler youths led FFA, with several attaining state or farming roles on Kern County ranches.
The American Legion and Auxiliary held a pot luck supper Monday night. A handmade quilt donated by Mrs. Bert Hebel was awarded to Mrs. Elizabeth Buller. Prizes included cigarettes bought by Claude Camp, a bath set, and cake. Mrs. Herbert Comfort sold the most tickets. Proceeds total about $70 for Child Welfare. Rev. Wm. S. Harper gave an inspirational talk on the death of.
The Ninth Service Command Surgeon reports a severe shortage of medical personnel including dietitians and occupational therapists as casualties rise. Evacuations from overseas reach 1,200 daily, with about 50,000 more sick and wounded soldiers than three months ago.
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