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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1947
Page
8
Mixed listings cover for sale items including saddle horse and piano, rent notice for a house and land near Wasco, and a wanted two bedroom house. Local society notes mention Kal-O-Dex promotion and junior league basketball results with Barbara Becker as top scorer.
Mr and Mrs C W Peters of Bingham Lake Minnesota are visiting Mr Peters uncle H D Peters and family in Shafter California during their trip.
The company reports telephone rates, the largest expense, have more than tripled since 1940 due to higher wages and more employees. Current earnings on plant investment are at their lowest in 30 years, and rates set in 1919 are insufficient for 1947 costs. The request seeks only current-cost relief and funds for capital expansion to reduce plant shortages and serve thousands awaiting telephones.
The Wednesday Afternoon Club will meet tomorrow at 2:00 p.m. after a short business session. Mrs. Fred Henry Jr of Bakersfield is scheduled to speak, per chairman Mrs. Rolf Jacobsen. Hostesses include Mrs. William Lowe as chairman and Mesdames Max McKinley A McKinley L McGrane and D H Lundy.
The T. V. Littles spent several days in Morro Bay last week, signaling a seaside stay for the group.
Ray mond K. Fong, veteran WW II air corps member, presents a concert of English and Oriental numbers Tuesday night at the Woman's club building. The popular baritone, praised for warmth and resonance, has toured the United States with National Assemblies and appeared in light opera and sacred music. A 35 cent admission helps fund his program with oriental numbers in costume.
Mrs Wesley Linda entertained her bridge club Thursday evening with a valentine dessert bridge. Attendees included Mesdames Glenn Putman E C Eckman Lowell Todd Pat Kelly George Vannatta Dusty Rhoads and Kenneth Pipkin. Card prize went to Mrs Todd.
Mrs. Lena Gladden visits her daughter Mrs. E C Eckman at the Eckman home. Mrs. Abbie Weaver of Alliance Ohio, Aunt of Mrs. Eckman, was a visitor there last week.
Mr and Mrs William Lowe recently visited the Southland area to share a musical program for all to enjoy. The afternoon event featured performances intended to delight attendees across age groups and offered a communal cultural moment.
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