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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1959
Page
10
Upper grade teachers from several elementary schools joined a district meeting moderated by Frea George of the high school. Arthur Pidgeon and Mrs Alice led the discussion on teaching methods as elementary staff showcased new texts. Two follow up meetings will cover other subjects.
Cub pack held a country store themed gathering in the Maple School lunch room. New members Victor Penner and Danny Boideroff joined. Phil Nickel received two silver arrows for his work with wood. Dad and mom attended with the boys as the group explored America of yesteryear.
The ittendContenace program offers re evaluation of education problems and duties including legislation ethics salary retirement PR youth activity and instruction. The Asilomar site on the Monterey Peninsula hosts members from Kern Fresno Kings Madera Mariposa Merced and Tulare counties.
Miss Helena Loewen, a UCLA pre-med student, spent Thanksgiving with her parents Mr and Mrs Herbert Loewen. She returned Sunday to begin classes the following day.
Local congregations in Shafter invite residents to attend services this Sunday with morning and evening options at multiple churches. Community programs and guest speakers are planned, encouraging fellowship and outreach.
Kenneth Pasley completes 11 weeks of basic training turning a raw recruit into a Navy Bluejacket. A full dress parade and review before military officials and civilian dignitaries marks the graduation.
Scouts spent Saturday November 21 in Morro Bay on a deep sea fishing trip. They found their reserved boat loaded and gone, fished from the pier while waiting, and despite light catches the group returned with some fish and glad memories. More than half of all the fresh water in the world lies within Canada.
A readable list notes Candles a Cake events with names and dates. December occurrences include Keth Pennington Sammy Baker and others on December 5 and December 8 and 9 feature Ray Cummings Harold Wiens Gaylord Foreman among participants.
Mr and Mrs Frank Enns welcomed their son Elwood home for the holidays from Fresno State. Thanksgiving guests included Reverend and Mrs Albert Reimer and their three sons.
Mattos, a California native and Pacific Grove High School graduate, teaches business English and serves as student body financial advisor. He earned a B S in business administration from Fresno State College, and with his wife Ruth resides at 217 E. Orange St in Shafter. He served in the M P unit at Camp Gordon Georgia 1953 1955 and enjoys skiing and photography. Mattos calls Shafter a friendly community and praises S H S for meeting student needs.
A district report shows October 1959 enrollments total 15 215 across nine high schools and Bakersfield College, up from October 1958 with 14 742. Individual schools include Bakersfield College 2078 and South High School 1510, with several increases and declines noted. Farm sales for the period July 1 to October 1 amount to 30 250 14. Shop With Shafter merchants promotes local spending.
An American Legion Auxiliary fundraiser offers a two year old doll as a prize with ticket proceeds funding local projects. Eligibility is private, coordinating through Post 213 members, with the doll on display at Stringham's Shafter Drug. The note also wishes readers a happy Thanksgiving.
A savvy shopper pitches budget shopping with a promise of quality bargains. The message emphasizes affordable selections while claiming superior items and perfection in the lineup.
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