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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1941
Page
2
Editor association names appear with publisher reference and a telephone line. The fragment notes H G Comfort as publisher and an address or section titled RECREATION, followed by a 765 telephone number. The text is fragmentary and provides limited context about the publication's ownership or contact details.
The Shafter community debates spare time activity for 4000 plus air corps personnel arriving soon. Recreation director Clem Swagerty clarifies that programs include church gatherings dances theatres bowling and home events beyond athletics. Local commissions civic groups and the U S community committee coordinate to meet diverse needs and keep Shafter ready for the force.
Citizens urge reasonable rents as soldiers and their families seek homes in Shafter. The piece notes potential rent hikes seen elsewhere and calls for fair pricing, stressing that armies pay legitimate rents and that the community should avoid profiteering while ensuring water and food costs remain understandable despite high prices.
An editorial argues against opening Sierra Nevada back country to automobile travel. It warns roads erode wilderness, transform remote districts into tourist areas, and threaten California’s remaining mountain wilderness as motor traffic expands. It emphasizes preserving isolation for hikers and equestrians while noting modern roads already enable day trips.
The piece contrasts water price differences under various contexts, noting domestic rates around 18 cents per 100 cubic feet but highlighting far higher costs in processing food items. It cites potatoes as an example and explains the underlying framing of water value in different forms.
A poetic lament from the realm of produce men about potato deals. Farmers, inspectors, truckers, and prices shape a chaotic market with blight and nerves. The narrator reflects on deals, timing, and the pressure of competition in a market office full of activity and risk.
Bill Rodgers reports that despite local scoffers the airfield near Shafter is advancing with 150 buildings under construction and a temporary runway. The plan could create a substantial payroll and attract 5 000 soldiers stationed five minutes from Shafter, spurring demand for about 300 houses.
A teacher prompts sixth graders to compare Daniel Boone with modern life and a Midwest boy notes relief in modern times. The column then shifts to local fundraising for Shaffer recreation, with Eugene Ford and other letters found stamped for return without addresses and Al Anderson taking direct action.
A New Mexico law requires the State Board of Education to establish humane education in public schools, promoting kindness humanity and tolerance. Governor Miles cites lower crime in communities with humane education, urging adoption nationwide. California's labor survey shows 50 years of industrial growth and rising wage-carrier employment, with 1920s to 1941 expansion and increased tourism in Central and Northern California.
A writer notes a man placing contribution bottles beside marble games to collect stray coins. The piece mocks the idea that the bottles will pay back as often as the machines and labels the act as cynical and futile.
A garbled rerun of a society note describes men bowlers and a group of women bowlers seeking revenge, with references to Sam L. Becker and a caller asking if someone is the insurance boy. Jim Beard is described as a cowboy type who will not talk, while others like Erile and Tommy are noted for doing something.
Orange Cove News editor notes Lou Gehrig known for athletic poise transitions to Valhalla lineup. Judge Kaufman advises young couple to settle and start a family after speeding incident. CIO director Michener discusses negotiations at Inglewood plant with a 75 cent hourly minimum and 10 cent raise. Archbishop Mitty comments on national spiritual living. Evelyn Chandler and husband seek farm life near New York for weekend access.
Roy Jumper warns residents to stop dumping refuse near public roads. He notes eye sores offend refinement, violations of law carry heavy costs, and county workers face high taxpayer costs cleaning up after cyclone flood aftermath. The article blends local notices with weathered anecdotes and public safety appeals.
A dozen Kern County farm centers vie for top honors in an annual competition showcasing the best and most comprehensive displays. Judges evaluate exhibits on completeness, presentation, and educational value, with awards announced at a later ceremony.
Rev Blanchar visited San Diego and returned home by a seven hour drive to Shafter. Mrs Rightmire and family plan a three month vacation from Kansas to Ohio. Two onion shipments left Shafter, Sam Lachenmaier and D P Bailey handling consignments. C B Yates remains in precarious condition after a Shafter auto crash. Jack Morton of Hoover ranch shopped in town and Mrs Otto Becker and party visited Al Nikkel in Shafter. The Beckers report heavy rain in Idaho and growing potato crops.
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