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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1947
Page
8
Jumbled OCR notes show drivers and horses like Huntley Breyity Hee and Spencer Patch honored for past performances. References to outstanding forms, a “Bona Path” and a $5080 purse hint at a race day at Shafter Stable with unclear results and multiple names.
The Shatter-Wasco cage teams prepare for a season finale clash tonight, with the B squad expected to struggle against the stronger Was eo Be crew. Local notes highlight a packed program and community interest as fans anticipate the decisive game.
At Bakersfield, delans Chapter hosts a district event with District Deputy Grand Matron Rosa Christesen of Bakersfield and visitors Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Hensen of Arkansas. Special entertainment by Ricanor Clemens accompanies a socially ornate evening with star point table decor and a dedicated committee setup.
A stork shower for Mrs. A W Northam was hosted Tuesday evening at Mrs. Hoot Perry’s home with Mrs. Frank Johnson assisting. Guests included Mesdames Alvis Smith Lyle Buckley Don West fahl Irvin Toews Bill Lassen burger Clifford Godfrey Boots Perry W B Perry George Nik kel Eldon Myrick Arnold Funk Adolph Buhler W C Northam Les Hobson Bob McCombes Ed Nikkel. Prizes went to Mesdames Northam McCombes Boots Perry and George Nikkel. Gifts came from Mesdames Waldo Unruh Leonard Gaede Frank Russell Jake Bergen Ruben Becker and Miss Viola Penner.
A Sunday turkey dinner was served at the home of Mr and Mrs Dan Wendland with family and guests in attendance. Among those present were William Bestwater and Lavonne Meadamen and Marvey Gaede with son Sener gree McCoy and children Sandya and Pamela.
Mr and Mrs Al Eckman attended the Bakersfield Rotary event for Ladies Night with a dinner on Wednesday evening. The gathering highlighted community service and local networking opportunities.
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