Shafter-Wasco District Faces Water Contract and Cost Debate
Editorial argues between Shafter-Wasco Irrigation District directors and the Bureau of Reclamation over a Central Valley Project water contract and costly distribution system. Farmers contend the district could build a cheaper pipeline and seek federal support to empower small districts while challenging perceived Bureau overhead.
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Shafter-Wasco Irrigation District
Bureau of Reclamation
Central Valley Project
Shafter-Wasco
Shafter- Wasco
Reclamation Bureau
Central Valley
Shafter-Wesco
Bureau
Weekend Outings Urge Caution in Travel Times
An editorial notes weekend travel rising with more cars after World War II and warns of higher crash risks. It cites 15 000 annual weekend deaths and 650 000 injuries, urges drivers to follow traffic laws, stay sober, and avoid back seat danger for self preservation.
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Mom
Jack
Mary
Memorial tribute for Korean War sacrifices in Shafter
A local business will pause for an hour Friday in Shafter to honor Pig Calvin Potter one of the first Shafter boys to die in Korea whose remains were returned. The tribute also honors all Korean War service members who sacrificed their lives.
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Shafter
Pig
Calvin Potter
Country Carnival promotes Shafter business ties
A full house at Shafter's Veteran's Memorial Hall hosted a Country Carnival blending an appliance show food demos cooking school and fashion show. Sponsors Magazine California Shafter Press local dealers dress shops PG and E and NC Electric Bureau showcased strong community promotion with wide town cooperation and clear impact on local business.
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Veteran’s Memorial Hall
Shafter
Magazine California
Shafter Press
Pg&e
Northern California Electric Bureau
Beautification Contest Aims To Liven Shafter
The Shafter Beautification Committee of the Chamber of Commerce plans a lively contest for homeowners and business owners. Participants are encouraged to plant flowers shrubs and trees keep lawns neat and paint up buildings to improve appearances. The movement could bring strong benefits to Shafter and energize the campaign.
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Shafter
Shafter Beautification Committee
Chamber of Commerce
Nine floors of showrooms in Western Merchandise Mart SF
The Western Merchandise Mart in San Francisco features nine showroom floors. The building presents a broad range of merchandise in a single multi level complex.
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San Francisco
Western Merchandise Mart
Printing Plant Superintendent Named
The report notes the appointment of a plant superintendent at thePrinting Plant, highlighting responsibilities and expected leadership in daily operations.
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General Eee
Hon Tae Printing Plant
Red Cross Drive Aims High In Shafter Campaign
County Red Cross Chairman Lawrence Weill names Bruce Crawford to head the Shafter drive. Crawford forms a committee as the campaign begins next week with a $2000 quota. The appeal stresses Red Cross relief for soldiers abroad and disaster relief at home.
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Red Cross
Lawrence Weill
Bruce Crawford
Shafter
Crawford
The
Average chipmunks live as family groups with four youngsters
A study notes the typical chipmunk family comprises parents and four young. Other facts cover Lake Tahoe's nickname The Lake of the Sky and a historic 1904 Books for the Blind section at Anneae Library. It mentions 150 Victoria orchids from 500 Australian species and the San Francisco cable system's roughly ten year cable life.
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Books
Anneae Library
San Francisco
Questions On Your 1951 Income Tax
This article explains non business deductions and the optional standard deduction for individuals. It outlines when business expenses count, how rental and investment expenses may be deducted, and how personal expenses are handled. It notes the standard deduction options for different income levels and warns that many errors occur in this area.
CAP Squadron Details Headquarters Operations
CAP pilots and observers manage specific search field patterns then return to base for orders. They may aid Air Force in airfield maneuvers with Civilian Defense Corps ground spotters from Eureka to El Centro, while the Air Force supplies fuel for missions.
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CAP
Air Force
Civilian Defense Corps
Eureka
el Centro
CAP Parachutes into Air Force Help and Cadet Training
CAP squads gain priority access to Air Force surpluses and can loan equipment. Training divides into adult members and cadets aged 15 to 18, with cadets receiving ground up instruction and allowed in some search and rescue missions due to hazards. Pierce, a long time air pilot, discusses his career and CAP roles.
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CAP
Air Force
Pierce
Kern County
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