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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1978
Page
2
A group of friends met Monday evening July 24 at the Allen Warkentin home to celebrate the couple's 25th anniversary of marriage at the Mennonite Brethren Church of Shafter. Reverend Waldo Wiebe officiated.
Susan Zachary, daughter of Mr and Mrs Phillip E Zachary of Shafter, accepted for fall at Claremont Men's College. 285 new students enrolled for 1978 79 including 65 women, with 41 transfers. Orientation Sept 3 4 5 6 7, first semester classes begin Sept 6. The six Claremont Colleges provide cross attendance at no extra cost.
The Shafter Press records its publication as a weekly newspaper based at 154 General Avenue Shafter California with second class mailing status since August 1 1935. It is adjudicated as a legal newspaper by Gene No 29926 and carries a Shafter California post office postage designation.
Unionville Nevada began as a mining camp with Southern settlers naming it Dixie in 1861. Soon many others moved in from different creeds and the camp’s name was changed to Unionville reflecting a broader community.
A Belgian family touring California stayed with the Jonnie Lowe family on Wasco Way and explored Shafter Wasco Tehachapi and Kern County sites. They enjoyed moonlight horseback rides swimming and tours to an Equestrian Trails meeting while noting weather and taxes.
Miss Stella Garcia was honored at two bridal showers, one hosted by her sister Pam Garcia, and the Mennonite Brethren Church of Wasco women. Guests at Pam’s shower included Delores Hambaroff, John Strauser, Jeffie Gordon, Cheryl Siemens, and others. The Mennonite Brethren patio shower on July 17 featured ice cream and cake with attendees such as Jo Bartel, Esther Kroeker, Susan Martinez, Marion Harder, and Pam Garcia.
The Shafter Chamber of Commerce met on Friday July 21 to plan Kern County Fair displays. Gloria Boggs proposed a living display featuring Shafter area products and a farm scene reflecting the fair theme Family Faire A Blue Ribbon Pair. Kerneth Anderson suggested eight local products including cotton onions tomatoes potatoes almonds and alfalfa. Final plans to be reviewed at a future meeting.
Franchise Tax Board data show claims for senior property tax assistance lagging by nearly 50 percent. With $85 million earmarked, many homeowners over 62 with household incomes under $12,000 are urged to file. Deadline is October 2. refunds average around $264 so far.
Dr. White will conduct athletic physicals at his office for Shafter High School athletes on Saturday August 19 at 9 a.m., with a $5.00 fee for those who attend. Those unable to attend must schedule another appointment for an athletic physical.
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