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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1963
Page
2
The United States aims to narrow the gap with the Soviet Union by abandoning three-fifths of steel capacity and dropping two-thirds of steel output. The goal is to grow at the fastest possible rate to catch up.
Word reached Tuesday afternoon that Howard Dickson had been reappointed to the Perety Pate Board under Gov. Ason, with a time on the board for a further term.
Don Pearman receives high commendation from the Kern County Fair board for 1962 achievements as attendance records were set and programs expanded. Baker to travel to Sacramento for statewide fair meetings to discuss local expansion needs. The Bank of America to clerk the junior fat stock sale, with plans approved by unanimous vote. Manager Allen coordinates Sip 88S orientation and the annual premium list book for early distribution. Numerous new shows and programs are planned at S. Goode Auditorium, with the community hall being redecorated.
Mrs Leland Chow spoke on the life of a Chinese from cradle to present and described district clubs. A card party is set for January 23 at 1 30 p.m. at Mrs Ed Brown’s home. The next meeting will be a luncheon February 6 at the Veteran's Memorial Hall with La Femme Coiffeur directing a hair styling and makeup program.
The Shafter Junior Women’s Club thanks attendees of the New Year’s Eve dance for its success. The group will fund scholarships and youth projects and invites attendees to join future events. Mr and Mrs Edwin Bender hosted guests over the weekend with Orin Bender and friends Marvin Switzer and Elmer Muller visiting from Menro South Dakota.
Tak Group head Sheffield J Arnold warns the 1964 federal budget of 98.8 billion raises serious issues for California taxpayers. He notes California would shoulder about 4.1 billion for civil programs and 1.1 billion in interest, urging citizens to demand action to curb mounting debt.
Three new members elected to St. Mark's Bishop's committee oversee church governance. Mrs. H W Kelly and Vernon Wilson of Shafter and Otis Page of Buttonwillow will serve three year terms, replacing Dave and Richard House. Dave was appointed Warden and Reg Hammond was appointed heat re ee.
The Las Mel Thuradey event featured Vern Highley of Calcot Ltd discussing the importance of the cotton industry to Kern County and beyond. Mary Austin welcomed guests and introduced the speaker. a cotton film presentation was postponed due to technical trouble and will be shown later.
Members of Leslie L. Robinson American Legion Post 213 and Auxiliary attended the 15th District meeting at Fellows Post 63. Guests included California department president Mrs. Richard Brown and department officials Vera Daugherty Martie Isch Irene Kenny, with Shafter attendees Floyd Heinlein Leon Morgan Sidney Crawford Art Kadel Bessie Kennath Elmer Heckleman Jack Janzen and John Everett.
The Kern County Heart Association presented a film on education and rehabilitation of stroke victims to American Legion Auxiliary members and the public. An informal post screening meeting followed with a vote to sponsor a benefit. The next gathering was set for a pot luck at Mrs Art Kadel's home.
Debbie Szlaff presided with Susan Jane lat as secretary during a local Blue Birds gathering led by Wayne Wood. Jane House hosted with popcorn balls and juice as the group prepared for a March of Dimes drive coordinated by the Shafter Junior Women with members including Paula Lawson and Janet Merz.
The Mah Kah Wee Camp Fire Group attended the George Day Show on January 15. The girls toured the station and appeared on the Popeye Show, then enjoyed a sack lunch and a park picnic in Bakersfield.
William Frank Hoshes of Shafter died leaving daughters Betty Sue Baxter of Shafter and Winnie Taylor of Oklahoma City Oklahoma. Also surviving are son Jane Spradlin of Taft sister Jewel Standfer of San Bernardino Dor Taylor and Lettie of Bi grande and one great grandchild.
Sarah Potts died in Bakersfield on January 18 at age 73. Services were held January 17 at 2 p.m. at the Peninsula Coastal Church with Rev. Wayne Owens officiating. Survivors include her sons Arlie Nixon and Mance Sturgeon.
The filing by George A. Brown seeks 25 dollars for Magee and 15 thousand for his wife Julia, plus 35 thousand for each of his daughter Annabelle Howe and granddaughter Malanie Reéa tune, alleging vehicle collision liability.
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