Death of Uncle Saddens Barquists
Obituary notes the death of a Bakersfield resident on Wednesday June 3. Surviving family includes a person as referenced in the notice.
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Person
Bakersfield
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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1959
Page
8
California American Legion to hold 41st convention in Hollywood
American Legion of California will convene its 41st annual convention in Hollywood from June 25 to 28. State Commander John J. Flynn of Vallejo says the four day event will draw more than 15,000 visitors and include auxiliary groups and honor units within the Legion activities.
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American Legion
John J. Flynn
Vallejo
American Legion of California
Hollywood
Legion
Holly
Kiwanis Convention Highlights Plans and Speakers
The convention will feature General Alfred Gruenther and Red Cross president, along with Harry James and his orchestra. Voting for top Kiwanis international posts is set for this morning, with new officers and their ladies to be presented tomorrow.
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Ies
Alfred Gruenther
USA
American Red Cross
Harry James
Kiwanis International
Ameri farmers' group runs nationwide dairy advertising program
The organization conducts a state by state campaign of non brand advertising merchandising public relations and research for dairy farmers. Membership is voluntary.
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Dairy Farmers of America
The
Amerifarmers
Volun
Automobiles Entering California in April Total 294,398
A total of 294 398 automobiles entered California in April. The figure reflects state highway traffic and travel activity for the period and suggests suburban and coastal growth in vehicle use during spring.
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California
Potatoes Drive Shafter Economy and Markets Rise
Harvest optimism boosts Shafter as California leads national potato carload shipments. Rainy-season delays east of the Mississippi tighten supply, while cotton research advances with a new fiber strain. Federal indictments target price fixing in San Diego markets. Local notes on Nikkel tractor contest and a humorous family anecdote close the page.
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Shafter
Dick McDougall
Deeter Homes
Alabama
California
U. S
John H. Turner
San Diego
Imperial Counties
Nikkel
Nikkel Iron Works
Ben Grundy
Jack
Marijane
Air Force
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