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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1959
Page
10
Senior Girls from Shafter High attend their annual Career Day on February 19. The group will meet at 7:00 in the Home Economics room with chairman Amelia Cornell and co chairs Irene Tilley and Nina Art guiding BPW Women as guests.
A general public notice invites residents to attend any church of their choice this Sunday, emphasizing freedom of worship and community gathering. It provides no specific location or agenda beyond the inclusive invitation.
Mrs Ivan Meyers entertained guests at a card party held at her home as part of a Junior Women's Club series. Assisting hostess was Mrs Gene Guenther. Door prize winner was Herb Spitzer. game prizes went to Mrs Wesley Janzen and Mrs Gene Guenther. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Bob Johnston, Mr and Mrs Wayne Wood, Mr and Mrs Wes ley Janzen, Mr and Mrs Ralf Jacobsen Jr, Mr and Mrs Herb Spitzer, Mrs Corliss Smith and Joyce Beeler.
The Women's Society of Ebenezer Reformed Church hosted its annual ham dinner for husbands with Social Chairmen Mrs. Elsie Wiedebach and Mrs. Allen Zenk. Readings and Valentine decorations accompanied a social evening attended by Mr and Mrs attendees including Edwin Bender W C Handel Harlin Wilson Delmer Mettler Robert Warren Adol Mettler Dan Schnidt Russell Hammon Allen Zenk Fred Metter Alfred Goerhing Adolph Kirschenmann Chris Handel Layton Wiedenbach Sol Hehn Victor Bender Leroy Wiedenbach Jim Taylor Herman Schultz Ivan Mettler and Rev Mel vin Nonhoff plus Mrs Emil Stoller the society president.
Richland Elementary PTA marked Founders Day February 10 with a two way pin presentation to Mrs. Harlan Wilson and Mrs. Lee Bergman. Each presented the other's Life Membership pin after being surprised by the dual honor. Past presidents were welcomed as guests and a slate of officers for March 10 was announced.
Slimline design highlights roomier Fisher body and larger windows with safety plate glass. Magic Mirror finish lasts up to three years. Upgraded brakes, improved mileage, and V8 options with high compression. Full coil suspension and easy ratio steering enhance handling. TurboGlide and other air suspension options promise a smoother ride.
A total of 4,302,826 automobiles entered California during 1958, an increase of 250,820 over 1957. The rise reflects growing cross state travel and interregional movement.
Newly weds Bennie Absher and Berma Faye Hynds wed January 13 at the First Southern Baptist Church in Oildale. Rev Mur ray E Hall officiated. Attendants were Mary Mitchell and John O Neal of Shafter. Berma Faye Hynds is the Bakersfield area daughter of Mr and Mrs Barrett Hynds. She studied in Texas schools and Bakersfield College. Absher is the son of Nellie Absher and works as a Shafter Post Office clerk.
Ruth Grisso led the Worthy Matron at a Moonlight and Roses themed event for Velma Gunther District 51 Deputy Grand Matron. Yellow and white decor, a half moon bouquet, and a ceremonial East reception highlighted the evening with six new members welcomed and Kern County guests in attendance.
The Automobile Club of Southern California advises pedestrians to wear white or light colors after dark and to cross only at intersections. Do not assume drivers will slow or stop. a driver may not see you until it is too late.
Small daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Neuman sang with piano accompaniment by Mrs. Melvin Nonhoff. Attendees included Mrs. dames W. C. Handel Edwin Bender H C Wilson Delmer Mettler Emil Stoller Aduel Mettler Dan Schnaidt Russell Hammon Allen Zenk Alfred Goerhing Adolph Kirschemann Chris Handel Layton Weidenbach Victor Bender Mel Nonhoff Leroy Weidenbach Esther Schultz and Ivan Mettler.
Trade card listings show J. C. Penner Real Estate and Notary Public at 1414 18th St with insurance, ACME Finance Co offering all types loans financing at 1219 18th St. The cramped copy includes Shafter and Kang names with contact FA-6796.
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