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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1962
Page
2
Editorial laments lingering issues and calls for renewed debate on local affairs, urging readers to engage and consider practical solutions. The piece interweaves cultural references to stress timely action and civic responsibility.
The article recalls Fidel Castro's 1960 seizure of U S refineries and the Cuban government's oil monopoly. It notes Cuba's drilling attempts, lack of commercial oil, and shortages of spare parts and engineers, with state control affecting service quality and fuel distribution.
A chaotic Washington debate centers on proposed tax enforcement measures and new detection equipment. Proponents argue the plan targets evasion, while critics warn it could waste funds and miss collectors.
The article notes fierce growth in general merchandise chains with about 500 new stores planned nationwide. Stores invest to expand, cut costs, and improve attractiveness to meet rising customer expectations, as major chains pursue the one-stop variety store model.
Readers share impressions after a brief eight day trip through North Dakota and Ashley County seats. The North Dakota visit, hosted by Eureka Classis, highlights friendly locals and welcoming strangers who greeted the travelers on the streets. The experience underscores a wholesome community spirit and the church’s outreach.
The first progress report on the National Fallout survey notes 8714 shelters designated in Kern County. Federal calculations show phase one identifies 3931 buildings meeting shelter criteria with more sites to be surveyed. shelter factors require at least 100 protection.
Seventh district secretary Mrs Joseph Briggs and financial officer Mrs Gerald Winslow attended along with Mrs Eugene Ridgeway publicity chair and Mrs Norman Miles director of extension. Principal Art Tohnson and Shafter High PTA members including Mrs Harlan Wilson and others were present. Charles Van Blair presented a three act skit titled Mag Net featuring Lorie Redfern Carol Smith and Randy Boggs.
Enrollment for the upcoming fall term shows 135 children signed up for Pre Kindergarten. The prior year dipped slightly from a near record high, though the school previously reported a peak of 2023 students in late Pre registration for kindergarten.
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