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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1959
Page
2
In a rally criticizing federal automotive levies, speakers argue motorists face a growing tax burden. They warn the Highway Trust Fund may run short next year and urge earmarking all motorist taxes to road funding to end being charged for federal programs.
President C Power of General Telephone Company outlines a future where subscribers can control lights and heat from distant points by dialed digits. The plan involves room based communication outlets and self contained instruments to enable remote household management.
The text argues that privatizing state holdings and utilities can reduce the national debt. It suggests selling government electric plants and assets to private bidders, using proceeds to cut debt and taxes, while keeping regulated production and service delivery.
Local warning predicts fires could affect seven hundred nineteen homes by tomorrow. Residents urged to inspect their properties and ensure fire safety measures are in place.
Bruce M. Crawford District Superintendent thanks Robert Evans and the Shafter Press staff for support and coverage of the local school. He invites further questions and a school visit after the holidays, extending best wishes for Christmas and the new year. The letter notes family gatherings and a Christmas slide show trip to Hong Kong and San Francisco.
Richland Chevrolet announces the Bel Air sport sedan debut in January. The model reflects the 1959 hardtop styling of the Impala sport sedan and targets a lower price but retains the sporty appearance. Open House events nationwide run January 22 to 24 with retail production details highlighted by E. N. Cole.
A fragment lists multiple people for events Candles n Cake on January dates and names including Elizabeth Voth Melvina Rowell G H Ben Grundy Shirley Kent Helen Hasty Mardo Ohlsson Susie Mullins Sheldon Hendricks Leo Lockados Marie Fern Perkins Elton L Gilliam Amelia Cornell Ma ybe others. The text then shifts to a Chevrolet description noting a general manager and the 1959 Bel Air sedans with luxury interiors and color-keyed upholstery.
Bakersfield area business card listing Brandt Investment Co real estate and insurance services with J Brandt at 141 18th St and Acme Finance Co broker Al Funeeng at 1819 ioe St Bokese contact numbers FA 4-6786 and FA 4-6795. Free parking offered.
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