Kern Cities Protest California Grapes Boycott Unanimously Adopted
Kern County Association of Cities meeting at the Shafter Motel unanimously approved a stern resolution condemning the New York boycott of California grapes. The measure urged reevaluation by Eastern officials and targeted Washington to lift the boycott, with Delano Councilman Herrera and Bakersfield Vice Mayor Stiern driving the proposal.
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New York
California
Kern County Association of Cities
Shafter
Herrera
Delano
Yor
John Lindsey
Cesar Chavez
NAACP
Detroit
Richard Steirn
Bakersfield
Stiern
LAFCO Approves Shafter Merger and Annexation
The Local Agency Formation Commission approved annexation and merger proceedings presented by Shafter organizations in a brief ceremony with no opposition. Annexation of the Potter Tract to the City of Shafter will begin immediately on the part of.
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Shafter
Potter Tract
Parental responsibility in guidance of youth outside the modern school
Frank Wisher notes traditional thinking is enemy to progress in California youth guidance. Public schools must offer each child opportunity to grow to full capacity. Shafter council considers annexation dissent. Julia Potter letter aids action. Merger of Shafter Public Utility District and City of Shafter moves to County Board with a 30 day review and public hearing to follow.
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H.W. Pat Kelly
Tulare County
Shafter
Julia Potter
Potatoes Bring Shafter Economic Boost in 1968 Crop
Long Whites dominate shipments as Kern County area yields improve after two poor years. Shafter sent about 3,500 rail cars and 1,200 trucks worth of potatoes, with an estimated value around 7 million dollars at about 3.25 dollars per cwt. Acreage fell sharply in 1968, but shipments remained near 1967 levels due to higher yields and better quality.
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Shafter
Kern County
Toa Stilco
C. Seldon Morley
Earl Brown
Santa Fe
County Department of Agriculture Inspection Service
Brown
California
Ladwig
Kennebecs
Francis Pusateri
Potato Growers Association of California
Kern County voter registration urged for 1968 general election
Kern County Clerk Vera K. Gibson urges voters to check registration status for the November 5 1968 general election. Registration closes September 12 1968. Deputy Registrar spots available with August classes. must be 21, registered voter, legible handwriting. Contact Kern County Election Department at the Civic Center Room 204 or 327 2111 extension 2625.
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Vera K. Gibson
Election Department
Kern County Civic Center
California
United States
Bronze Star Awarded Shafter High School Alumnus
Army Specialist Four Andrew Maldonado, 19, a 1967 Shafter High School graduate from Buttonwillow, received the Bronze Star Medal for heroism near Cu Chi, Vietnam. He served as a medic with Company C, 2nd Battalion, 25th Infantry Division, 14th Infantry, as he treated and evacuated wounded under heavy enemy fire.
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Andrew Maldonado
Shafter High School
Enrique Maldonado
Buttonwillow
25Th Infantry
14Th Infantry
Cu Chi
Spec
Maldonado
Ft. Bliss
Tex
25Th Infantry Division
United States Army
Shafter Plans Reclaimite Treatment for Local Streets
The Shafter Department of Public Works led by Lew Carroll tests reclaimite on Blake Street to restore aging oil earth streets. The substance under the brand name Reclaimite aims to soften rough roads, rejuvenate asphalt, and create a smoother surface.
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Shafter
Lew Carroll
Shafter Department of Public Works
Blake Street
Otis Waters
Community Festival plans eyed by Shafter residents
Don Zachary invites Shafter citizens to a city hall meeting on Tuesday August 6 at 7 30 p m to form committees for a festival set for next June. Ben Grundy named vice chairman. Chamber of Commerce underwriting. Boosters Club to help with rules and plans. Next meetings planned for September to discuss reviving the cotton potato festival.
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Don Zachary
Shafter
Ben Grundy
Shafter Chamber of Commerce
Boosters Club
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Stern
James A. Hicks
Kern
Hicks
Hic
Atkinson
LAFCO
Frankly
Frank Wisher
H.W
Pat” Kelly
Shafter Public Utility District
City of Shafer
Formation Commission
County Board of Supervisors
Milo Ludwig
Federal State Marketing News Service
Central California
Fresno
Madera
Em. H. Mettler & Sons
North Shafter Avenue
Jeff Warren
Em. H. Mettler & Son
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