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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1939
Page
4
The announcement states Richard Dodson assistant fire warden in Shafter will wed Flora Stanley of Bakersfield during the week of July 10. The ceremony occurred at the bride’s parents home in Bakersfield and the couple then spent four days in southern California before returning to Shafter to establish their home.
Mrs. W. L. McEndree of Shatter was honored at a layette shower Friday evening at the home of Mrs. Clarence Redelsperger with co hosts Mrs. Redelsperger and Miss Edna Harder. Guests presented gifts and several attendees named include Mesdames Willard Koop Martelle Moore Barney Hughes George Harder G. E. Guenther and Marion McEndree.
Miss Lois Marie Jones and Floyd Monroe Barton of Shafter were married yesterday morning in the parsonage of the First Baptist church. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Edgar H. McAllister. The couple plans to make their home in Shafter after a brief honeymoon with the bride's parents and two sisters in attendance.
Miss Jewel Fern Wyckoff and Dales Royal Graf were united in marriage Thursday evening in a garden ceremony at the groom's mother's home west of Shafter. Elder P. J. Geede officiated as the couple exchanged vows, with Imogene Graf as maid of honor in orchid net. The bride wore a blue gown with a veil and carried Sweet peas and carnations.
A wedding ceremony featured the bride with sweet peas and carnations and a peach silk gown matron of honor Mrs. Charles Knight. Little Norma Jean Dargartz spread rose petals as the couple walked under a lighted arch before 100 guests. The couple will reside in Santa Maria.
The United States civil service commission announces open competitive examinations for multiple positions across war education agriculture forest service and justice departments. Applications must be on file by August 17 in Washington and full details are available from John Roskam, secretary of the board of examiners at Shafter post office.
Contracts were let for repair and painting at the old Richland school on Santa Fe way and for painting new emergency classrooms at Shafter on Lerdo road. Fast Vannatta, Bob Dequine and C C VanGorkom won bids with low figures. reroofing and a supply building went to Fast and Vannatta for 690 dollars.
The Kern County Junior Chamber pledges full support for Mojave Gold Rush Days set for October 21 22. Dr Thomas J Kindel requests financial and promotional help as the parade will include a chamber representation.
A fragment explains the origin of the Canary Islands name from Canis Latin for dog. It notes big dogs were found on the islands about two millennia ago and that the islands were unnamed before this fact.
The potato season closes soon as digging ends across the district and 22 rail cars left since last Wednesday. No. 2s are shipped from local sheds mostly to coast markets on consignments with prices above 50 cents, while truck shipments will be released later. Many homes on Walker Street and Lerdo spur have shut down operations.
In the Indian chapel at Caugna waga opposite Lachine Quebec a two century old wampum belt and an ostenearium dating to 1669 are exhibited.
Pennsylvania reports more miles of railroad track placed in tunnels than above ground with this year’s counts showing substantial tunnel construction and limited surface routes. The trend reflects heavy underground rail development amid evolving transport needs.
Exceptional income property listing for Nharter Real Estate offering four units with $120 down payment per lot as potential entry. Investigate this real estate opportunity for investors seeking solid returns.
A five room residence featuring two bedrooms, a stylish tile kitchen, a modern bath, a cool basement, and a garage with wash house. Full price listed at $3,000 with ready move in. Small down payment and monthly balance like rent.
A Clear Lot will make the down payment on a new five room home in the Sierra Vista tract. Balance like rent.
Full price of 400 dollars for several tract offerings near town. Buyers looking for ready cash purchases may find these parcels appealing as a straightforward land sale option.
A concise overview outlines the initial move in establishing a financial building and financing service. It frames early efforts, aims, and the path toward formalized offerings in lending and financial management.
Recently built five room home in Wall subdivision offered at 3590 dollars with 500 dollars cash down and the balance payable like rent. The listing emphasizes the property must be seen to be appreciated and highlights affordable terms.
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