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Shafter Press

Location

Shafter, California, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1958

Page

6

Sheriff Warns of River Danger on Kern River

Kern County Sheriff warns the public against swimming in Kern River due to swift currents and dangerous rapids. A near drowning occurred last Sunday when two youths were swept downstream. deputies rescued them clinging to a rock about 40 yards from shore. California produces all the dried figs grown in the United States.

Kern County David Fuller Curt Bell Sheriff's Search and Rescue Squad California United States

Bradleys plan deer hunting trip at Paso Robles

The Bradleys started a series of hunting trips by spending the weekend deer hunting at Paso Robles. Other items note visits to Los Angeles Bay Disneyland Marineland and family gatherings at Clarkin and Cobble households. Maple Library will close for two weeks in August with reading material exchange options during visiting hours.

Greg Bradley Santa Bradleys Paso Robles Bill Wishon Jerry Los Angeles Bay Southland Disneyland Marineland Maple Library Maple Branch Oscar Bergman

Fishing In Early Morn Best On Northern Central Cali Streams

Early mornings yield the best angling on high lakes and streams in Northern and Central California. Fishing slows after sun on water but improves late in the evening. Accessible areas are heavily fished, with clearer, lower elevation streams warmer and poorer for preses. Remote high elevation lakes are ideal for campers and fire permits are required for campfires on public land. Permits available from U S Forest Ranger stations and some sporting goods stores.

Calirhia U.S

Over the Backyard Fence column from Shafter notes

A nostalgic glimpse of life in Shafter as a local reader writes about settling in, neighborhood scenes with kids and dogs, a Hawaiian themed American Legion event, a promising annual luau, and a casual recipe note, all under friendly community chatter.

American Legion Karl Wipfs Bembers

Niece Ruth Ann Taber visits Boucher home

A three year old visiting relative Ruth Ann Taber from Modesto visits the Trubey Boucher household. She is described as Mrs. Boucher’s niece.

Boucher Trubey Boucher Ruth Ann Taber Ruth Ann Modesto

Local Fishermen Dive Deep On Arctic's July 31 Outing

Deep sea fishing dominated Thursday July 31 as Weldon Wilson chartered the Arctic from Avila. The group enjoyed ideal weather, limited catches, and a picnic lunch aboard. Members included Clarence Taylor Jim Banks Justin Weishaar Joe Prender Jr Gus Tisch Joe Bradshaw Earnest Tisch Jewell Matthew S G Kelley Bradshaw Santapa Raul Aguilar P McCoy Woodrow Wilson Jack Hammonds Lela Kelley Betty Taylor Murial Swan and Weldon Wilson.

Weldon Wilson Avila Clarence Taylor Jim Banks Justin Weishaar Joe Prender Joe Prender, Jr Gus Tisch Joe Bradshaw Earnest Tisch Jewell Matthew S. G. Kelley J. N. Bradshaw Santapa Leon Raul Aguilar J. P. McCoy Woodrow Wilson Jack Hammonds Lela Kelley Betty Taylor Murial Ricky Swan

Andersons Attend Wedding in Shafter

Mr and Mrs Paul Anderson of Long Beach were weekend guests in Shafter for the wedding of their daughter Pauline Anderson Baker They also visited friends in Shafter and Bakersfield.

Paul Anderson Long Beach Shafter Pauline Anderson Baker Bakersfield

Andersons Arrive as Shafter High School Assistant Principal

Mr and Mrs Wesley R Anderson and their children Roger ten Nancy nine arrived in Shafter to take residence and he will be the new assistant principal at Shafter High School. They live at 17839 Beech Street and previously resided at China Lake.

Wesley R. Anderson Roger Nancy Shafter Anderson China Lake Shafter High School Andersons Beech St

Kendrick Daughter Returns From Inglewood Visit

Shirley Kendrick, daughter of Mr and Mrs William Kendrick, returned Monday from a week with Mr and Mrs Bill Kendrick Jr in Inglewood. She also visited friends in San Bernardino.

Shirley Kendrick William Kendrick Bill Kendrick, Jr Inglewood San Bernardino

Craigs Spend Weekend at Shaver Lake

Mr and Mrs Arthur Craig and family visited Shaver Lake over the weekend as guests of Mrs Craig’s sister Mrs Marvin Neuman and family.

Secrets of success tips requested by readers

A call for readers to share tips and little secrets of success with Peg at the Press office inviting contributions by mail or phone. The note promises publication next week under the column over the fence.

Peg P.O. Bing

Local Professional Guide Listing Bakersfield and Area

Directory of real estate and finance services includes Brandt Investment Co. with Louis J. Brandt at 18th St Bakersfield offering real estate and insurance, J C Penner Real Estate Notary Public and Insurance at 248 Central Ave Shafter, and Acme Finance Co. at 1219 18th St Bakersfield providing all types of loans with free parking.

Acme Finance CO Bakersfield Schnaidt’s Shafter Cor Pacific & Munzer Lge Central Ave Clara J. Schnaidt Bakersi'ld Realty Board Brandt Investment CO Louis J. Brandt 18Th St J. C. Penner Real Estate, Notary Public, Insurance

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