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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1946
Page
1
PAUL NEWELL references a remark about certain individuals once labeled as wild jackasses. The note implies reflections on past beliefs, suggesting a shift in view over ten years. The phrase indicates ongoing debate within the community.
The American Legion of Snatver approves a new Legion Hall to serve 102 members. Commander J. B. Henderson announced plans during Monday night meeting. A fundraising dance is planned Friday January 25 at the Woman's Clubhouse with Hugo Zimmerman in charge. Florence Bayless Orchestra will play and Violet Ebel will sing.
The text highlights support for scientific research on disease treatment funded by the foundation. It mentions half the funds staying at the local foundation for care and treatment, with the other half going to the national headquarters for ongoing research, education, and emergency aid nationwide.
Bakersfield B’s outplayed the local A’s 25-11 in a decisive game, while the A’s were held to 11 points in the opening half. The result highlighted strong Bakersfield defense and a sharp first-half run.
The Guayule project began a process to abandon the several million dollar venture after recent orders. Land is prepared for potato planting this year, but economic decisions have redirected agricultural efforts away from guayule cultivation.
County health officer Dr William C Buss announces a rabies vaccination date for dogs at the Shafter Fire Station on Wednesday January 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The cost is 1 50 for males and neutered females and 2 for females. Kern county reports no rabies since October 1944 and urges dog owners to protect pets amid ongoing risk.
The Veterans Affairs Committee at 2510 M Street met to review Kern County coordinator applications for reorganizing the Veterans Center. Twelve applications were received, six eliminated, six to be interviewed January 14 in Bakersfield. Executive members listed include Wilbur Miller Evans Weill Meagher Dawson Plaum Hare. Bakersfield Taft report higher relief requests. services urge locals to contact their center for job-focused aid. Shafter center at Battaglia-Hare's 250 Santa Fe Way, phone 812.
Peter A. Reimer 74 died at a Bakersfield hospital January 1. Funeral services were January 3 at First Mennonite Church with Rev. Bartel. He leaves wife, four daughters Mrs. Buller Shafter Mrs. Friesen Mrs. Kopper Mrs. Tucker Bakersfield and one son William Escondido, eleven grandchildren. Born Russia November 15, 1871 he lived in Shafter twenty years as a grower and walnut vinyardist.
Jodie Tiger of Shafter California is on his way home after serving aboard the battleship at Pearl Harbor. He is one of 1 743 personnel mentioned in dispatches or listed as returning home.
John and Mary Johnson celebrate their proud parents status as they welcome a new family milestone. The short item notes the Johnsons, likely in a community notice, without further details.
Weil became president at ceremonious installation night at Shafter Motel. A J Heming son named vice president and Edward Gamegan noted as director. New board members include Bill Johnston J W Frizzell Ted Kinman Glen Putman Bert Ware Jack Hill Hanley Witcher and others.
City Clerk reminds residents in Shafter to register dogs within city limits. Officials note registration supports licensing, vaccination records, and animal control services.
Richard L. Boke, regional director of the Bureau of Reclamation, told Shafter-Wasco Irrigation District directors a Friant Kern Canal could be completed in three years to bring San Joaquin River water to Kern County. Districts must build their own distribution systems.
Congressman Alfred J. Elliot told Shafter Rotary Club that strikes threaten America and urged work programs as two million more jobs could appear by summer. He accused the OPA of price controls harming small merchants and favored community auctions to distribute surplus commodities to veterans and those in need. Elliot supported aid to England but warned against jeopardizing U S safety.
Four gym class teams compete in a local intramural basketball tourney. The event features round robin play to determine seeds and advancing matchups for a knockout finale.
At the 39th Annual Christmas Seal Sale executive board meeting President O R Kamprath praised county school children for backing the drive. West Bakersfield High School volunteers spent two weeks preparing seals and mailed thousands of reminder cards.
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