Shafter Plans Golden Anniversary Celebration May 3 4 5
The Shafter Golden Anniversary events run May 3 4 5 with a large volunteer effort led by Grundy Al Finkbeiner and Mert Wiedman. Fire department parade planning by Wimpy Bender and Cliff Ratzlaff, barbecue by the American Legion, Hospitality House at the Veterans Memorial, and church services May 5 at local ministers. Junior Women’s Club and other groups organize booths and guest offerings in a community tribute to longtime hometown service.
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Grundy
al Finkbeiner
Mert Wiedman
Shafter
Wimpy Bender
Cliff Ratzlaff
Fire Department
Jack Janzen
American Legion
Ee Stringham
Veteran's Memorial
Wilma Guenther
Wi Y Witcher
Chai
Irvin
Common Sense Editorial Attacks Tax Spending Debate
An editorial harshly critiques Democratic excess and tax cut mania. It argues that leaders’ policy choices will provoke public backlash and disappointment, warning that health care for the elderly is a focal point. The piece scorns the administration’s approach as drastic and counterproductive.
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Wall Street
Philosphers
Teader
Trustees Race in Richland School Board Vote
Dr Henry Voth and W W Camp Jr won second trustee seats in Richland replacing Jay Atkinson amid heavy turnout at Shafter with 683 total votes reported. Polls saw a steady stream of voters and a crowd waiting in the building during the last hour.
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Henry Voth
B. Camp, Jr
Richland School
Jay Atkinson
Shafter
W. B
Bill) Camp, Jr
Don Ruggenberg
Cktian
Henry. Voth
Richland Board of Trustees
Voth
Richland School Board of Trustees
Cone
Agricultural Water Pricing Panel Discussed at Preview
Executive Roland Curran presents a report on water pricing for agriculture with Howard Stoddard of Stoddard and Karrer moderating in Los Banos Visalia line. Stary Gange will lead a two-speaker panel on Farm Labor With or Without Public Law 78. John H. Turner will outline California cotton research program. Other valley development topics follow.
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Roland Curran
Howard Stoddard
Stoddard & Karrer
Los Banos
Visalia
Stary Gange
U.S
John H. Turner
Shafter
Local Park Entertainment and 20 30 Club Event
The article notes entertainment at the park with LeRoy Witcher as chairman and a variety show by local talent. After booths, concessions, and kiddie rides, the 20 30 Club sponsors a Veterans Memorial Hall event at 9 p.m. Public services times vary by church as First Baptist invites Pray to be present. Bill Hi leads the event. The VA reports GI insurance as a $40 billion business and the GI Bill added 460,000 engineers to the workforce.
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Tam Eoree
LeRoy Witcher
Vern Allen
Colene Trout
Joyce Crabb
First Baptist Church
Bill Hi
Shafter
Veterans Administration
Horatio Alger and an era that has passed
The writer contrasts Horatio Alger Jr. and his era with modern welfare state ideals. He notes a shift from Alger’s virtues to current government deficit rules, criticizing income tax adjustments and urging readers to write to a congressman about JFK-C-1, clarifying it from the Cuba-related JFK-C-1.
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Horatio Alger, Jr
Alger
Cuba
Attend Win Among Few Living Former Secretaries
A brief note records a gathering to honor Win among the small group of living former secretaries. Notable attendees include officials and colleagues honoring his service and memory. The event reflects standard recognition within governmental circles.
Public letters urge attendance at school board meetings
Community members urge open public meetings and note the district faces financial and future challenges. A missive recalls prior encouragement, invites involvement, and mentions an April 30 meeting at 7 30 pm. The letter also includes correspondence with Mr Wisner about Brazil Peace Corps work and irrigation projects referencing TVA like goals.
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Richland
Juaziero
Bahia
Brasil
Sao Do
Vale Do
Sao
Oicisco Vale
TVA
San Francisco
Local youth baseball league seeks coaches and managers
Hare con M D and others urge interested men to contact Rey Farrell recreation director at PI 6 4924. Sixty boys have signed up for a six team junior league for ages 13 14 and 15. Stan Cook and Billy Gladden will run Garratz Motor and 7 Up. American Legion and the 20 30 Club seek managers.
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Stan Cook
Billy Gladden
Garratz Motor
American Legion
New Chevy II Nova 400 SS Delivers Value and Style
See what’s new at Chevrolet dealers with bucket-seat Super Sports and options like 4 speed. The Chevy II Nova 400 SS promises family value and performance, aiming to outpace rivals and offer a powerful yet affordable option.
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Chevrolet
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Taft High School
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Arvin School
Marcia Dia Shafter
Mr. Wisner
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Richland School Board
Jay Atkinson and
Thurston Anderson
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