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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1946
Page
5
Captain D. A. Annis of Shafter is moved from Camp Roberts to Fond du Lac Wisconsin. He returned to the States in December after three years in the Pacific and is the son of Mr and Mrs F B Annis.
The article emphasizes putting machinery in good condition before field work. It warns about defective hitches seats clutches wheels brakes and steering mechanisms and unguarded revolving parts. The National Safety Council links many fatal accidents to makeshift repairs and unguarded power take-off shafts.
The First Baptist Church on Lordo Highway hosts Sunday school at 9 45 a m with a Bible centered program for every age. R L Gates serves as superintendent and leads the class activities for the Bruner family in attendance.
At 11 am worship with special music by the choir directed by R L Gates and a nursery for children. 6 30 pm Baptist Youth Fellowship with Intermediate and Senior groups. 7 30 pm evening service of song and inspiration followed by Thursday 7 30 pm prayer and Bible study and choir practice. Church opens doors to all in need offering shelter and friendship in the name of Jesus. The USDA notes millions starving worldwide making excess pounds in the US a possible aid.
The First Baptist Church of Shafter voted April 7 to call Joseph Wm Bruner as pastor. Bruner, president of Westmont College’s senior class, holds a theology degree from Northwestern and has served as Director of Christian Education in Los Angeles and acting chaplain at Los Angeles County General Hospital. He and his family look forward to serving the Shafter community.
Corner of 202 Golden West and Wall Street invites with Sunday school at 10 a.m. and divine worship at 11 a.m. Infant consecration during worship. Young People's Endeavor at 7 p.m. Adult Bible class at 8 p.m. Bells of Liberty provide a musical program.
Wasco citizens voted Tuesday to approve a 175000 bond to expand the Wasco elementary system. Superintendent K F Clemens cited needs for a new auditorium, classrooms, shops, music and art rooms as enrollment rises and district valuation lags behind growth.
At 9 45 a m Sunday school led by Walter E Haag superintendent. At 10 40 junior church with a special sermon. At 11 worship service with choir and special music. At 7 p m Christian Endeavor led by Gregg Channeson. Baptism of several babies and reception of new members followed by Communion. Minister assisted by two deacons elected at the annual meeting.
The Kern River Association Women’s Baptist Mission Society held its 21st annual spring meeting at the First Baptist Church of Shafter on Tuesday April 23. About 100 guests attended a luncheon in the new Social Room. Speakers included Mrs. E T Fletcher missionary to Burma and Mrs J G Brennan. Mrs Glen I Bunton from Taft presided.
The Bridge Club met at the home of Mrs. Ernest Schnaidt in Bakersfield on Tuesday evening April 23. Members present included Mrs. Dick Arnold, Mrs. Harvey Gaede, Mrs. Bob McClain, Mrs. Al Peters, Mrs. Thea Mettler, Mrs. Harry Thompson, and Mrs. Lawrence Annis as substitutes for absent members. Mrs. Peters was elected a new member. The next meeting is set for Tuesday May 7 at Mr. Dick Arnold's home.
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