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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 2001
Page
7
Fifty years ago residents of the Edwards Tract along Shafter’s southern edge were advised of a December 6 meeting to learn about the benefits of annexation to the city. The notice signals civic outreach during the period and highlights local governance discussions.
Plans to annex Edwards Tract crest as residents hear water shortages push city ties. Shafter High students Elliott Garrison will enter Richard Barwick John Peters and Tommy Cross in the fourth annual Future Farmers Cotton Judging Contest on December 2 at Fresno State College with 18 valley high schools already entered. Producers Cotton Oil Company supports A and B class awards. Holiday decorations line Central Avenue and James Street. city crews string over 1,000 feet of garland as Christmas nears.
Shafter City Council set December 14 for a public hearing on proposed increases in refuse, water, and sewer charges with an average rise of 3.61 dollars combined if adopted. The panel also discussed ceasing septic waste acceptance after July 1 1982 and a new computer lab planned for 1992-93 at the school.
A church directory lists pastors, addresses, and service times for multiple congregations. It notes contact Margaret at 746 4942 for listings or changes and provides church names, street addresses, and weekly schedules including sermons Bible studies and youth programs.
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