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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1961
Page
2
Fragmentary text mentions January, Bree, and a celebrated notion of winning a cold war. No clear event, people, or organizations are identifiable. The passage reads like a stream of thoughts with casual and ambiguous references.
President-elect Kennedy warned that military spending could rise by as much as three billion dollars annually. He said such a rise would unbalance the budget and fuel inflation unless taxes were raised or non-military spending was cut, noting current tax levels leave little room to maneuver.
Nearly 70 million voters faced restrictions as residency rules bar moved citizens from voting in presidential elections. The piece argues for modernizing election laws to allow voters to retain eligibility across state moves and reduce sidelining of mobile citizens.
The piece critiques gasoline taxation and federal efforts to raise taxes, noting that a one cent increase may reduce driving and revenue. It cites Mr Graham and discussions in Oregon about tax policy and the ailing revenue from higher gas taxes, arguing higher rates may lower consumption and total tax intake.
A clipped, garbled column discusses social welfare and vaccination themes, noting concerns about police influence and independence, and mentioning Salk vaccines. The text also cites a Current-Argus quote on competition and a Cornell test of “bird Neos” chicken frankfurters capturing 15 percent of hot dog sales in Ithaca, New York.
Gen Carpenter appraises Kern County 1961 prospects at a half day conference to be held January 18 at 9 15 am at Stockdale Country Club. He joins a panel on local economy alongside Club. Reservations through the Board of Trade at 1015 Golden State Ave. Ext 2367.
Kern High School and Junior College consolidation resolutions were approved by the district board. The vote set the next meeting for January 9 at 7 30 p.m. in Bakersfield at 2000 24th Street. The panel also listed four firms for 1960 61 valet supplies.
The mine near Silver City New Mexico is described as one of the largest open pit mines in the world. It was reportedly discovered by Lieutenant Colonel Carrisco in 1800.
IRES and SKIDDING Another very good reason for keeping your tires inflated to the recommended pressure is that both underinflation and overs tation tend to increase the chance of skidding.
Adults pursuing the A A degree must take college aptitude tests and a counseling interview. Tests are at 7 p m in the college auditorium with counseling available by appointment from Jan 9. A transcript of high school and prior college work is required. Registration occurs the first night class meets and no fee is charged.
Delano in Kern County is reported to have been named for Delano Columbus, who served as Secretary of the Interior under President Grant.
Adult basketball list shows Adams facing Delux Barbers at Ander Bravo 7 p.m. Guerrero and Rawl addins. Nick's Dr. In hosts L A Camp at Rio Bravo 8 15 p.m. Rawlins and Guerrero noted.
Weekly Tuesday January 19 listing shows Dr Inva TAB events at Shafter with unspecified times and notes. The fragment provides limited details on session type and schedule.
Fragmentary text suggests a public safety note warning that drinking impairs driving and that death may accompany drivers who drink while on the road. The source offers scattered phrases but no clear event details or names.
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