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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1960
Page
3
A Bakersfield automotive dealer known for reliability and progressivism earns community praise. Gene Winer, who operates a Cadillac sales and service agency, is lauded for his civic role and valued by the city for his contributions and future prospects.
H L Richardson proprietor of American Mattress is praised for civic spirit and community improvement efforts. The piece highlights his knowledge of upholstery, custom mattress work, and related services as part of rebuilding and enriching the local area.
Lee B. Armstrong leads Atlas Supply Co in Bakersfield for 25 years as it celebrates thirty years of serving the oil industry with new and used pipe valves fittings and other oil well equipment. The Bakersfield Business Review credits Armstrong and the staff for their courteous service and local business leadership.
A Bakersfield feature lauds Charley Leech Jr of Leech Music Studios for his leadership and civic contributions. The article notes his operation since 1959 and the studio's role in sales rental and instruction for piano organ and accordion with Wurlitzer and Gulbransen line products.
This department presents a reader friendly survey of Bakersfield commerce and professions written by a newspaper representative. It aims to introduce readers to established local businesses and occupations.
Citizens of Bakersfield are thanked for supporting the department and aiding its creation. The note recognizes both longtime residents and newcomers in business who contributed to the effort.
A profile extols Bob Lawley founder of B A P shops in Bakersfield and other cities. It highlights his transmission repair specialty, practical ideas, sound business judgment, honesty, and modest public demeanor contributing to Bakersfield’s status as a regional center.
W P Tate a Bakersfield realtor at 318 Kentucky is lauded for his 17 years serving Kern County real estate. A former county school board president, he is praised for vision and civic effort shaping Bakersfield and Shafter.
Mac McMillan of McMillan House Mover at 1000 Mt Vernon Bakersfield is highlighted for extensive service to the public. A licensed insured house mover who buys or sells houses and offers free foundation assistance after 14 years of civic involvement with the Masonic Lodge Libertas No 466 and Kern County Sheriff's Posse.
Herbert A Penner runs a chiropractic practice at 1304 Chester Bakersfield offering XRay heat graph and nerve pressure analysis tapping nutritional treatment and spinal care He participates in community projects and is praised for past success with future prospects in Bakersfield and Kern County.
The Bakersfield Review acknowledges Ellett Jackson and Bob Humrick for their roles in advancing local business. Their work with Automotive Diesel and Electric Co. is cited as key to the area’s progressive commercial reputation and continued success.
Richard H. Armstrong of Armstrong Flickinger Mortuaries Bakersfield and Armstrong Mortuary Shafter is highlighted as a progressive local businessman. He is praised for dependable service to the public and for building goodwill through timely support and capable mortuary care in the region.
Clarence R Mossman is recognized for courage optimism and community service in Bakersfield He built a business reputation through the Salad Bowl Chicken House at 5801 Golden State Hwy and three other Salad Bowl restaurants He also runs a Kern County catering service praised for reliable service and quality offerings.
E Briggs conte owner of Rollerama at 1004 34th Street Bakersfield demonstrates active service with quick adaptation and community focus. The facility offers free beginner junior and adult skating instruction on Wednesdays 7 to 8 pm and weekday hours 7:30 to 10:30 pm with midnight weekend closes and matinees.
Bakersfield business leader Art W Jones owner of Valley Tree Service is highlighted for his foresight and contributions to the community. The piece commends his work in the trade area and hopes he continues his successful role for many years.
A Bakersfield businessman, Joe M. Sellers, manager of Atwood Crop Dusters for 12 years, is highlighted for his civic and business contributions to the local and rural economy. The feature commends his progressive leadership and service to community projects in this region.
In Bakersfield tribute, Clifford Abbott of Abbott's Crankshaft Service 2437 Union Ave is praised for business skill in engine rebuilding crankshaft grinding and auto parts. His civic spirit and wide friendships are noted as contributing to the city’s welfare and community service.
In Bakersfield the Cullen family led by Thomas D Cullen and his father at T J Cullen & Son foster city growth. Since 1941 they built an oil supplies and field instruments business, exemplifying civic leadership shaping the region's past and future prosperity.
Mr and Mrs James G Glenn of Draperies By Glenn 509 Chester Bakersfield are praised as active community leaders. The couple shares quality home decor advice and quality draperies while serving local needs with dependable service and energy.
The Giovannettis of 1656 Oak Street are praised for serving high quality food and outstanding service. Their friendly operation endears them to Bakersfield residents and regional customers, while their civic involvement strengthens community ties and earns broad goodwill.
In praising progressive Bakersfield business and professional men the article highlights D R Dick Mann of Dick Mann Roofing 307 Knotts Street as civic minded and devoted to customer satisfaction. He is an authorized Johns Mansville dealer and applicator and is noted for honesty and friendly personality.
The article honors Pat Paola a Bakersfield builder developer and realtor noted for Paola College Lanes at 2674 Mt. Vernon and its Caribbean Room. It credits his civic spirit and family involvement led by brother Link Paola, highlighting his voluntary support and broad business success.
A Bakersfield area tribute lauds John E Tucker owner of Arnold's rug cleaning at 1907 North Chester Oildale. The piece notes his ten years in business wall to wall carpet cleaning Oriental rug care and extensive civic contributions benefiting Bakersfield Oildale and Kern County.
Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Rodriguez of Valley Furniture Co. in Bakersfield at 24th and Chester are lauded as civic boosters. Their leadership in Kern County business and community organizations is praised as they support civic betterment and progress in Bakersfield.
A W Bill Escola and Athletic Supply Co. of Bakersfield receive commendation for contributing to Bakersfield and Kern County growth. Tom Hollister, wholesale rep for the firm, is also noted for his community presence. The piece applauds the company’s retail and wholesale sporting goods service and wishes future success.
A C Electric Co founded in 1945 in Bakersfield at 601 34th Street is highlighted for its electrical contracting, engineering, and service across residential, industrial, and commercial work with branches in Visalia, Corcoran, and Ridgecrest. Officers T M Carr president A W Miller vice president and J R Alexander secretary-treasurer lead the organization.
Wm. R. Thompson of 2731 M Street is highlighted as a prominent Bakersfield businessman. His wide knowledge of general insurance underpins his oral insurance agency, regarded for dependability and complete service. He is civic minded and active in benefiting Bakersfield and surrounds, with a promising future ahead.
The article applauds the electric company for its service to the Bakersfield and Kern community, noting that the manner of operation enhances its value. It commends A C Electric Co and its operators and wishes them continued success in business life locally.
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