Generals Triumph In Overtime Season Opener At Home
The Generals edged East Bakersfield 21 17 in a tense overtime win at the local gym. Gene Wilcoxon tied the game late in regulation, and Schnaidt and Jackson hit quick shots to secure the comeback as Shafter held Shafter’s Dagger five scoreless in the extra period. High scorers included Potter and Banducci with 7 each while East Bakersfield’s Ansolabehere and Shepherd led with 9.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aridhe Shafter
East Bakersfield H Igh
Monty
Montgomery
Generals
Colonels
Bucks
Gene Wilcoxon
Schnaidt
Jackson
Shafter
Potter
East High
Banditcci
Golpnels
Shafterlights
Ansolabehere
Shepherd
Gasoline stations set closing hours
A group of Shafter service stations will close at 7 p.m. nightly to support a national home defense program, with Friday and Sunday hours unchanged and Saturday extended to 9 p.m. Participating dealers include O. F. Sly, G. P. Hunter, Klingenberg and Unruh, Herbert Lett, Bergen's Firestone, Mason Alexander, Harvey Gaede, Irvin Fike, Jake Bergen, Arnot Ann's, Milton Nikkel, Siemen's Union, Kenny Padley, and R. O. Sanders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shafter
0. F. Sly
G. P. Hunter
Klingenberg and
Unruh
Herbert Lett
Bergen
Firestone
Mason Alexander
Harvey Gaede
Irvin Fike
Jake Bergen
Arnot Ann's
Milton Nikkel
Siemen’s Union
Kenny Padley
R. O. Sanders
Nurse To Leave Community For Government Camp Position
Joy Crain, a nurse who has served at the Shafter Farm Workers' community for about two years, expects to leave Shafter next week for a similar role at the government camp near Yuba City. She plans to spend Christmas with her mother in Dinuba.
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Joy Crain
Shafter
Yuba City
Dinuba
Intention to Wed Issued for Walter Kirschenmann and Rhona Mettler
Filing intentions to wed this week were Walter Kirschenmann and Rhona Mettler, both of Shafter. Miss Louise Livers is spending the Christmas vacation period at the home of her parents, Mr and Mrs W A Livers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Kirschenmann
Rhona Mettler
Shafter
Louise Livers
Mrs
W. A. Livers
Red Cross Campaign Passes Local Goal With New Appeal
The Shafter community raised more than 560 for the American Red Cross with Al Anderson leading the local effort. A second national drive seeks 50 million dollars and Kern county’s share is 38 000 with Shafter’s quota 2000. A new committee and chairman are expected to handle the latest drive urging one day’s salary donations for troops and disaster work.
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American Red Cross
Shafter
al Anderson
United States
Red Cross
Kern County
Red Cross Fund
Shatter Bucks Suffers Loss to Wasco on Tuesday Court
Wasco forward Franz led scoring with 8 points as Wasco beat Shafter Bucks 42 31 on the loser’s court Tuesday. Wasco contributors included Gaede, Laughlin, Janzen, Todd Klassen, and Pettus with 5 points. Shafter’s Davis scored 1 point in a game noted for Wasco’s stronger teamwork.
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S. Court
Franz
Wasco
Shafter C
Wasco C
Gaede
Witcher
F Laughlin
Janzen
Todd Klassen
G. Madewell
Johns G. Pettus
Shafter
Davis
Henderson
Orvialliz
Balles
Culternbaugh
Mills
Ruck
Crag
Unruh
Montgomery
UCLA
Beans Hit Hard By Bad Weather In 1920s Valley
Weather damaged the bean crop with heavy rains and fog. Only about 25 000 sacks of an estimated 50 000 harvested in the Fresno south area. 2 500 acres remain untouched and warm weather is needed to salvage any more. Prices are high with black eyes around 50 dollars per sack and other varieties priced between 4 60 and 6 15, sparking talks of future plantings in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jake C. Sterhens
Siemens ® and Hitchcock
Siemens
Fresno
San Joaquin Valley
Stone earns Hart Football Trophy at Shafter High
Rusty Stone, a junior guard on the 1940 Shafter high school football varsity, was named the first Hart Football Trophy winner at a school assembly. Don Hart presented the award, praising Shafter athletics and community support. Murray Evans won MVP honors by teammates, Glenn Bender named honorary captain, with additional certificates awarded to Don Loewen and Vic Alexander.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shafter
Don Hart
Bakersfield High School
Santa Barbara State College
Stone
Hart
Shafter High School
Murray Evans
Glenn Bender
Tey
Monty Montgomery
The
Colonels
Don Loewen
Vic Alexander
Tommy Thompson
Miss Hazel Johnson of Richland in Greenhorn group
Miss Hazel Johnson of the Richland faculty was a member of a group that spent the past weekend at Greenhorn.
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Hazel, Johnson
Richland
Ash Man’s Comic Misstep Sparks Christian Guess
Say, ma, a neighbor ash man shows piety by lifting a barrel to dump ashes but the bottom drops out and ashes shower him. He sits in the gutter and cleans himself, prompting the joke about his character and faith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny
Wise Boy Tommy Skips School Over Fear of Licking
Tommy sprains his wrist and resists going to school despite a bandaged hand. His mother urges attendance while his father presses for the truth. The boy admits classmates owe him beatings, prompting the parental confrontation.
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Tommy
Laughing Over Courtship Etiquette in a Family Chat
A playful exchange recalls courting steps with humor as a sister laments attention from Mr Sweetie while a helper boy jokes about rumor spread. The dialogue touches romance and family dynamics with a wink.
Mixup on the Bus Ends With Standers Preference
A young woman boards a crowded bus and insists on standing, prompting a gentleman to offer his seat and attempt a reply. She declines, thanking him, and reiterates she would rather stand. The exchange continues as others look to exit.
Sale of berries becomes lesson in shopper humor
A light exchange shows a buyer noting large berries are arranged on top and a grocer replying that the setup saves the search through the box, highlighting practical salesroom wit.
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Grocer
Mother's witty note to teacher over snow absence
A mother protests a written excuse for her son's school absence after a heavy snowstorm. She replies with a humorous letter claiming practical reasons a child could not attend, including measurements of the son's legs and the snow depth, signed Mrs. Johnson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Kitty
Eddie
Bill settled with billboard sale to pay board bill
A man named Bill sells his billboard to clear a debt described as a board bill. After the sale the burden of the board bill ends, ending the nuisance that previously bored him.
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Bill
Customer Service Debate Sparks Manager Retort
A manager confronts a dispute with a staffer about handling a difficult customer. The exchange emphasizes customer always right and maintaining control over store interactions. The dialogue highlights tension between policies and frontline judgment in retail.
Man Threatens Wife, Forces Four Dates Canceled
A man threatens to shoot the speaker if he sees his wife again. The friend advises leaving the wife, but the speaker fears losing four dates this week rather than reveal the caller’s name.
Mind Reader Strikes Man After Thought Reader Gaffe
A feared thought reader places a hand on a man's head and lands a strong blow to the nose after the man questions the hit. The performer declares his action was punishment for thinking the spectator a fool, asserting he does not permit such thoughts.
Not Anxious Stranger Seeks Work in Quiet Kitchen
A lanky youth stands at Mrs. Smith's kitchen door and asks for someone who wants help. He speaks in a plodding dialect, claiming he can do tasks for anyone who needs work and implying no one has a job ready. The scene notes the mysterious, cautious mood.
Garter Charm Sparks Household Banter Inquirers Note
A playful exchange recalls garters gifted by Billie and a question about money. Mrs Rowdybush becomes talk of the town as neighbors discuss social plans. A courtroom scene follows with a lawyer offering professional advice to a client.
Hobo Declines Pleasantries in Spare Dinner Offer
A brief street exchange shows a hobo declining apologies and noting that any kind of eating is a genuine luxury in these days, while a lady offers a small gesture.
Hat Comment Sparks Quip About Husband’s Long Face
A playful exchange centers on a new hat making the speaker’s face appear shorter and the husband’s face appear longer. The banter shows light domestic humor through witty remarks about appearance.
Harry Fellers Opens Open Season Cheerfully
Harry Fellers calls to Jimmy to hurry as he announces the start of the open season with enthusiasm. The snippet captures a lively moment likely from a sports or weather season kickoff.
Insomnia Advice Met with Dark Humor At Home
A patient says a doctor advised water crackers for sleep but the only similar item found is an ice pick. The exchange reveals a tense domestic moment and a need for suitable nighttime snacks. The dialogue mirrors a candid daily life scene with a sharp twist.
Family Breakfast Conversation Reveals Hair Joke
A light dialogue shows Effie asking why Daddy has little hair and why she has much. Mother replies with a humorous line about thinking a lot and urges them to finish breakfast.
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Effie
Mummie
Deacon Jones Debacle During Sermon Ends in Laughter
In a church scene the deacon allegedly dozed in the rear pew as the minister announced a short prayer. Jones sat upright with a sharp response claiming he did not lead the final prayer and jokingly said he merely dealt.
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Deacon Jones
Not His Fault Words About Worth in Marriage Talk
A quip about earnings and value appears as a brief exchange. John admits his pay while asserting personal worth, exposing tensions over money and commitment in a marital prompting moment. The fragment hints at financial strain within a couple’s conversation.
Lonesome Oyster Joke Echoes Across Conversation
A witty exchange features a quip about an oyster’s presumed lack of smarts. The punchline hinges on the idea the oyster would kick if it could suffer loneliness, highlighting a lighthearted, humorous tone.
Impolite Jack Tries Teeth Display In Public
In a crowded scene Virginia scolds Jack for picking his teeth in public by a dental display window. The moment captures a playful clash over manners and decorum in a busy storefront.
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Jack
Virginia
Leaders Named For Kern County Defense Groups
The Kern County Civilian Defense Council led by Supervisor A W Noon Taft has formed committees to handle war activity problems across the county. County Agricultural Commissioner Lewis A Burtch heads the Agricultural Committee with deputies and inspectors. others represent Pomona Grange Farm Bureau potato and cotton seed groups cattle wool growers and fruit industries. Headquarters are in Bakersfield at the County Agriculture office 2610 M Street.
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A. W. Noon
Taft
Kern
Defense Council
Lewis A. Burtch
Burtch
I County Department ‘of Agriculture
W. L. Smith
Buttonwillow
Pomona Grange
Frank Stockton
County Farm Bureau
Arvin
W. B. Camp
Kern, County Seed Potato Association
H. L. Pomeroy
California
Cotton
Jules Villard
Kearn
County Department of Agriculture
Bakersfield
Schools to Close Next Tuesday Citywide
Schools in the community will close next Tuesday for the annual observance. Officials urge parents to check local notices for transportation changes and meal service details.
Calves to Be Vaccinated Across Six Counties
More than 2500 calves in six counties will be vaccinated for Pang's Disease in the coming weeks under the supervision of the University of California Agricultural Extension Service. They will receive the officially approved C No. 19 vaccine.
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Pang
University of California Agricultural Extension, Service
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Billie
Charley
Harry Fellers
Jimmy
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Kern’ County
U. S. D. A. Defense Board
J. R. Brite
Masta
Shafter Drug Shore, and
McClure Drug Store
O. F. Sly
G. P
Leroy Hunter
N. & K. Chevrolet
Klingenberg & Mnruh
T. V.’s Corner
Firestone Service
M. Alexander
Seaside
Shell
Falcon Service
Kenny Pasley
Nu-Way Auto Laundry
Siemen’s Union Station
Beacon
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