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Newspaper

Shafter Press

Location

Shafter, California, United States of America

Date

Aug 02, 1961

Page

3

Biblical Echoes in Local Letter from Editor

A Shafter reader signs a letter recalling Genesis themes on grain and land, describing Joseph’s control of corn during famine and Pharaoh's seed provision. The writer, Lillian Preston, frames the tale as a warning about economic power and inheritance.

Joseph Pharaoh Pharoah Lillian Preston

Hagenston Installed Wasco Exchange Club President

Al Hagenston, technical representative for Brown and Bryant Inc, was installed as president of the Wasco Exchange Club last Wednesday. The ceremony marked his leadership role in the local service organization amid ongoing civic projects and community outreach efforts.

Hagenston Wasco Exchange Club al Hagenston Brown and Bryant, Inc

Okie from Oklahoma Inspired Quickie Reflections

The narrator muses on daily progress and future tasks. He juggles work with Pappy’s duties and advertising plans while teasing political themes and a note about staying if allowed by Pappy. This snapshot hints at a travelin’ comedian persona and Midwest vibes.

Evergreens Grow in Containers for Patios and Bonsai

The article explains growing conifers in pots including Japanese Black Pine for bonsai, Mugho Pine for dwarf habit, Shore Pine for twisted shapes with light shaping, and Scotch Pine for dense early foliage. It notes young plants offer best garden value and stresses container suitability.

C.A.N. Memo

Parking Lot Authorized as Bus Stop by City Council

The council approves using the Stringham parking lot behind Stringham's Drugs as the official bus stop for Orange Belt Stage routes at the listed times. Parking on James Street is illegal and buses cannot park diagonally, due to street length and traffic. Joe Cooper, 55, approved as city humane officer. taxi service rules clarified. Dandy Tract map report sent to City Attorney Mortimore.

Shaf- Orange Belt Stringham’s Mert Wiedmann Orange Belt Witcher James Street Nto A. G. Mortimore Grundy League of California Cities Exeter Joe Cooper Anderson

Milk Proclaims Convenient Source of Essential Foods

A vintage slogan touts milk as a convenient package providing portions of all essential foods and complete portions of some key nutrients, highlighting its role in a balanced diet.

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