29 Jan 1958
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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1958
Page
1
The 13th article in a Kern County series to Kern Cady’s sea people reflects on thinking about the acts at Wits ceney. It suggests guidance for positive action and to consider practical steps.
Earl Coke, speaker at Shafter Chamber banquet, notes agriculture’s $10 billion state impact and Kern County’s role. He cites 1958 as likely to lag 1957 but better than 1956, amid general conditions affecting farming and income distribution in the region.
The Shafter site at 221 Central hosts the opening of George Ford’s used car operation with a finished showroom built by contractor Earl Wipf. The prior business displayed both used and new vehicles in the updated facility. Numerous local staff and customers are listed among involved names.
Adolf Kirschenmann, longtime Shafter official and civic leader, was named 1957 Man of the Year by the Shafter Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture. The honor was announced at a Monday night installation banquet. he could not attend due to illness, with his wife accepting in his place.
California farmers heard a forecast of a good 1958 with a boom in the second half as built in controls guide spending and public works if needed. The Shafter-Wasco area praised irrigation and highway developments while new officers were installed by James Radomus. awards and retirements marked the banquet. a candidate for the State Assembly announced.
Anderson announces a final March of Dimes pedi drive this weekend with major events. Bowl for Polio night at Sportsman's Bowl kicks off on Wednesday with proceeds donated to the March of Dimes. Local restaurants Nick's VY Larry's Steak House Sportsman's Cafe and Koffee Kup join in by pledging coffee proceeds and hosting a citywide dime drive from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Passers-by will drop dimes at corners and a clock will determine prize winners.
A candidate for judge may take a test on a stretcher after his physician sent him to Mercy hospital. Officials consider two options. either Witcher could be moved to the courthouse on Saturday for the exam or he could take the examination individually at Mercy. Judge Gordon Howden and County Clerk Vera K. Gibson are reviewing the law to decide if the latter is permitted.
Shafter shows early activity with January permits totaling 112 507 dollars. BE K Grant reports a peak projection of 500 000 and 39 800 for Ren o and Focn warehouse. A dairy drive in permit of 11 960 goes to G L Hudson with two homes by Detter Construction.
State long range plans reveal an eight lane widening of U S 99 from Minkler Spur to Famoso at Cawelo. The route connects with a north south freeway in the Bakersfield area, under initial six to eight lane development with future sail freeway conversion.
Shafter High School Generals beat Wasco 49 42 to stay undefeated at 5 0 in league play. Gene Vallandingham led with 13 points and 6 assists as Glauer White added 19 rebounds and 26 points total. Wasco Tigers previously only loss came at Generals.
The Shafter Press extends its stationery bonus for January subscribers into February. New or renewing one year subscribers will receive a personalized stationery package with 50 sheets and 50 envelopes bearing their name.
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