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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1936
Page
8
Reported victim, identified as Legion chief Thomas J. Riordan of San Francisco, survived severe back injuries after a mule drawn wagon carrying him was hit by a truck near San Jose. Riordan’s condition and the incident linked to the ongoing trial receive brief nationwide coverage.
Sugar beets establish promising yield and sugar content in Shafter area tests. Farmers Phil Channeson and Jim Camp report 25 acres producing 25 tons per acre with one plot at 29 tons, sugar content averaging 15.5 percent with expectation of 17 percent. Poso Land Co near Wasco shows 9–10 tons per acre with 15–18 percent sugar. Crop lasts six months from January planting to July harvest, uses less water than cotton, plans call for 160 more acres if market develops. new mosaic-resistant beets earlier grown in Kern County.
Mr and Mrs Alvin Preszler announce the birth of their son Harlan Alvin in the early hours of Tuesday August 18 at the home of Mrs Emil Goehring in the south part of Shafter. The infant weighed eight pounds at birth.
The article recounts events from the late 18th and early 19th centuries in California missions. It details the founding of the Presidio of San Francisco, the opening of Mission Dolores, and Fr. Serra's visits. It notes epidemics, battles with tribes, and shifts in mission holdings up to secularization and later restoration.
The report notes Maas withdraws from the race though two opponents remain, with Woollomes supporters believed to outnumber required votes for an expected mainline victory. Opponent H A Rightmire, experienced in politics, would challenge an incumbent judged satisfactory to the district. The three corner race also includes W L Bradshaw and Frederick W Welsh for the superior judgeship.
The third party candidate is seen polling just enough to force a November runoff. Incumbent Rodney Turner is favored for the Democratic nomination and Morris Reeser leads the Republican bid, though interest remains low.
State personnel board cautioned civil service employees in Sacramento to avoid improper conduct and remain within rules amid ongoing personnel policy scrutiny.
San Francisco officials announce groundbreaking ceremonies for the Golden Gate International Exposition to be held on Friday August 21. The event marks the start of preparations for the 1939 exposition.
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