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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1939
Page
7
Solomon a Ruler Who Began Well
A devotional study on Kings 3 5 15, highlighting Solomon’s choice of an understanding heart over wealth or power. It cites wisdom as the first gift from God and warns that faithfulness brings blessing while unbelief brings failure, urging rulers to seek divine guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Solomon
Gibeon
Maglaren
Jesus Christ
Joseph Hammond
Himsel
God
Jerusalem
Israel
Everlasting Life in Scripture Requires Qualification
The text discusses two contrasts in Scripture regarding eternal life. One view posits that every soul has everlasting ness, while another asserts that eternal life of Jesus requires qualification or specific conditions to be met by individuals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesus
Van Dorf Skips Smokers Car On Canadian Rail Trip
James Van Dorf exits to the observation platform during a train journey with Tom Pritchard and Mrs Van Dort. The group settles in the smoker but Van Dorf is later found outside the car enjoying a cigar as the conductor requests his ticket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muess
James van Dorf
Van
Tom Pritchard
Jim
Molly" van Dort
Limited
Union Station
Tom
Pritchard
Banff
Vacationer in Convincing Car Confusion on the Train
On a train platform a restless Van Dorf chats with a curious woman before boarding a Canadian Rockies tour. A stranger’s mistaken line about a ticket leads to a humorous misunderstanding about a ten-person party led by Mrs. Pritchard, then Molly quips about the diners and Van Dorf’s social charm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim
Molly
Mr.Van Dorf
Only Accident For a Steeplejack
A long time observer notes a steeplejack at work atop a cathedral spire and remarks on the danger of his job. The worker jokes that he has had only one accident in 30 years, explaining he dropped his hammer and was not injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ammer
London Answers Magazine
Clouds and Sunshine Pre-nuptial Showers Hint at Post
Frances faced few pre-nuptial showers yet hints of post-nuptial storms suggest a lively wedding season ahead. The playful line conveys family humor about future celebrations and weather metaphors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frances
Tramp Receives Charity From Thoughtful Wife
A tramp asks for help and a young wife offers an old suit of clothes. He thanks her and hopes to repay the kindness one day, in a scene recorded by the Houston Post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston Post
Bank Inquiry Sparks Grief and Mystery
A grim woman asks how much money her husband withdrew last week. The bank official refuses to reveal the amount, citing confidentiality. The exchange hints at a broader tale of tension and unresolved motives in a Rail period narrative.
Debt dispute drives odd debt-collecting tale
The speaker asks Robinson to collect a $50 debt after he started a debt-collection business. Robinson replies that his efforts failed and charges the speaker $5 for expenses, highlighting a humorous misfire in the oddball tale from Stray Stories Magazine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robinson
Stray Stories Magazine
English Phone Etiquette Quip Sparks Cross Atlantic Banter
A humorous exchange contrasts English and American telephone customs. The speaker notes Brits say Are you there to begin a call while Americans say Hello. If the line is not answered, the conversation ends quickly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
England
The Count reflects on a quick knockout exchange
In a terse boastful exchange, the speaker recalls a confrontation where one fighter got heated and charged, only to be knocked cold by his opponent. The anecdote emphasizes swift action and decisive defense in a brief street clash.
Missing Boy During Move Stirs Browne Family
Mrs Browne searches for her son Eric after an hour passes with no sighting during a house move. Removal men report not seeing him since the carpet was rolled, prompting concern and a rapid family-wide search.
Clergyman Learns Departed Kin at Sudden Funeral
A clergyman, called to perform final rites, realizes he does not know the deceased's sex. He asks a mourner who replies cousin, clarifying the relationship. The exchange underlines the somber mood of the service.
Film Actor Accepts Invitation with Witty Banter
An actor accepts a social invitation and asks if he may bring his wife. The host replies warmly and confirms that any wife is welcome at any time.
Young Man Seeks Sarah Says He Only Wants Her
In Tit Bits Magazine a stern parent questions a hopeful suitor about his ability to support a family while the applicant replies he only wants Sarah, highlighting a clash of expectations in a courting scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah
Couple's Tense Exchange Over Salary Requests
In a tense workplace exchange a secretary begs for next week’s pay while the boss cites a promise to his wife against advancing funds. The dialogue highlights financial strain and workplace boundaries.
Boogy and Woogy Exchange Wry Postaccident Vibe
In a playful exchange, Boogy asks about stitches after an accident. Woogy replies that they did not require stitches and says they pulled themselves together.
World’s Largest Drilling Big Viewed By Business Men In Shafter
A Shafter California group from the Shafter Business Men’s association toured the Union-Superior absorption plant and the Fink No. 1 well, seeing the world’s heaviest drilling gear at a 180 foot derrick. They observed the mud systems, gas handling, and the high pressure equipment driving the new approach to oil production in the field. The visit highlighted capacity and efficiency improvements, with production details and pipeline plans through Bakersfield to refineries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shafter Oil Field
Shafter
Business Men’s Association
Superior Oil Company
Union-Superior
Superior
Fink No. 1
Don Kock
R. A. Daugherty
Geisinger
Bakersfield
California
Fires Destroy Small Houses At Myrick Corner And Hollingsworth Ranch
Fires yesterday razed a Hollingsworth ranch house on Stone avenue at 9 15 am and a tent house at Myrick’s corner along with a small cabin. Homer Oliver’s home was destroyed while other buildings were saved by firefighters. Gas stove suspected at Hollingsworth blaze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myrick’s Corner
J. T. Hollingsworth Ranch
Stone Avenue
Hollingsworth Ranch
Homer Oliver
Allen Baker
M. C. Newsom
Potato Theft Suspect Claims Quick Sale
The suspect asserts the stolen potatoes were sold immediately after theft and is actively handling the case as it proceeds.
Notice Given Contractors On Richland Job
The Richland school board announces bids for re roofing the old building and supply building on Santa Fe way. Bids cover re painting the exterior, repairing stucco, and plastering interior. Qualifications and wage scale are specified in today's Press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richland School Board
Santa Fe Way
Potato theft reported from freight car at Lerdo spur
Con stable John Reily reported that sixty sacks of potatoes owned by C. B. Whitaker were stolen Tuesday evening from a freight car behind the Eugene Mettler shed on the Lerdo spur. Reily offered no clues at this time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lerdo
Eugene Mettler
John Reily
C. B. Whitaker
Reily
Riverside Notes on Family Visits and Heat Wave
Mr E B Snydzm and daughter Birdie spend time with son Russell at Fresno State summer session while families including Mr and Mrs Whiting Munsey visit Kern River park for picnic and swimming. Nearby residents report temperatures from 53 to 105 degrees with several hot days and a cool weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. B. Snydzm
Birdie
Russell Birdie
Fresno State College
Thermometer Hits 108 Degrees For Season Record
A 108 degree reading was recorded last Thursday at the experimental farm, setting a season high. The temperature surpassed previous marks and stood as the warmest day reported in the period.
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