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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1962
Page
3
A jumble of local voices describes civic pride, gloom, and small-town dilemmas as residents discuss holiday events, car troubles, a no smoking routine, and community efforts to revive pride during the Christmas season.
Obituary notices report Simon Samarripas Jr of Shafter died in Siharetaa Beontad with services pending at 2 p.m. at a local church. also Sarah Fadenrecht aged 76, of 624 California, died December 5, born January 3 1886 in Nebraska, long Kern County resident, services held Friday. Additional notices list William Samuel Fincher dies December 9, Texas origin, survivor Nora. Ella Daily of City Oklahoma and Jo Henderson are named among others.
The governor expresses moderate optimism about the local race with one or two candidates seen as viable. He notes he is not addressing radio or television media and emphasizes a measured view of the field.
The discussion centers on waste management in Los Angeles, with figures showing an increase from 239,130 to 303,000. Proposals include forming a department to take over garbage detail and doubts about privatization due to political complications.
The electorate has seen many opponents align with Rafferty on education, finding common ground on better schools and similar methods. Some remain cautious but fewer voices argue it cannot be done. The cotton subsidy debate surfaces, with farmers and taxpayers weighing costs and synthetics replacing traditional inputs.
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