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Newspaper

Shafter Press

Location

Shafter, California, United States of America

Date

Mar 29, 1956

Page

3

Scheideman and Rusk United in Shafter I Adventist Church

Dale Scheideman and Phyllis Rusk wed at the Seventh Day Adventist church in Shafter on March 18. The ceremony featured Calla lilies, a taffeta gown, and maid of honor Clarice Eberlien, with a large local bridal party and plans to reside in Pixley.

Dale Scheideman Phyllis Rusk Adventist Church Calla Lilies and Stock Seventh Day Adventist Church Shafter Galen Rusk Ben Scheideman Delano Friedrich Carol Lorenz Florence Mulder Clarice Eberlien of Raymond Scheideman Thelma Chew Miami Florida Alice Redwine Santa Paula Norita Ruskof

Pathfinders Visit Wild Flower Area

The Edison wild flowers were the destination for members of the local Pathfinder club of the Seventh Day Adventist church. They met Sunday at 10 30 o clock and spent time eating lunch and identifying the flowers. Calvin Stiner found 26 varieties while Chryse Gottfried identified 24.

Edison Pathfinder Club Seventh-Day Adventist Church Calvin Stiner Chryse Gottfried Ethel Isaac Esther Neuman M. M. Fenderson E. V

Color photography tips for indoor portraits and light

A brief note explains color film can be used indoors as well as outdoors. It advises beginners to use more fill light in color shots, as dark shadows benefit from added illumination and that color photography can be very satisfying with proper technique. Stop in for guidance on maximizing camera output.

Sunday school picnic at Manuel Park Friday

The Sunday school of the Reformed Church will hold a picnic at Manuel Park Friday afternoon starting at 2 p.m. An Easter egg hunt, games, and refreshments will be provided.

the Reformed Church Manuel Park

Mrs H L Berg Returns Home After Hospital Stay

Friends report Mrs. H. L. Berg has returned home from the hospital and is feeling much better, following her recent illness.

H. L. Berg

Mattsons Celebrate Golden Wedding with Family Gathering

Mr. and Mrs. John Mattson marked their 50th anniversary on March 25 at their daughter Mrs. Margaret Caraway’s home 30949 East Lerdo Highway. Attendees included Walter and wife son Roger from Sacramento Emil Mattson John Junior and families from Glendale, Melinda Bruce David and Steven, sisters Mrs. Hilda Olsson and Mrs. Alfred Maunu with Everett, E. F. Mattson and wife from Tucson, George Anderson from Virginia Minnesota and relatives Adina Bergen and Naomi Friesen of San Jose.

John Mattson Margaret Caraway East Lerdo Highway Walter Sacramento Roger Emil Mattson Los Angeles John Junior Glendale Melinda Bruce David Steven Carol Mary Tommy Mattson Hilda Olsson Duluth

Surprise Birthday Party for W R McClatchey

W R McClatchey received a surprise party at his home 165 Santa Fe Avenue for his birthday. Hosted by his wife and daughter, it featured stock and spring flowers, a large cake, and a night of visiting and cards with guests including Mrs George Willis and several couples and grandchildren listed by name.

W. R. McClatchey Santa Fe Avenue Hi Wife George Willis Mark Abshes David Channeson al Branch J. L. Banks W. R. MacClatchey David Leon Northam Janice Derinie Sandra Beaver Marsha Carla Absher Robbie Garry Susan Channeson Burl Beaver

Mr and Mrs E J Haisch Visit Pete Bender Home

Mr and Mrs E J Haisch from Menno South Dakota have been visiting the Pete Bender home for the past three weeks.

E. J. Haisch Menno, South Dakota Pete Bender

Maple 4-H Club Prepares Treats for Family and Friends

Maple 4-H Club members work weekly in the Maple School kitchen on a food preparation project titled Treats for Family and Friends. They serve meals to the group before dismissal as sewing projects proceed under Mrs est Wiens and Mrs Foster Mixon.

Maple 4-H Club Est Wiens Foster Mixon East Bakersfield Memorial Hall Lois Lyman Fresno Maple Club Nadia Nevarov Sondra Penner Karen Wiens Ruth Wittenberg Evelyn Secheltlenberg Sharon Billington Evelyn Sehelenberg Sharon Billing

Former Maple School Students Form New Wasco String Ensemble

Former Maple School alumni now enrolled at Wasco High School form a string ensemble. The group presented a program highlighting classical works and student arrangements, reflecting a seamless transition from former schools to the Wasco program.

Maple School Wasco High School

Butcher Family Visit Ends in Napa Departure

Mr and Mrs John Butcher and their two children Karen and Karl visited for three days at the home of her parents Mr and Mrs Jake Ebel. They departed early Tuesday morning for their Napa home.

John Butcher Karen Karl Jake Ebel Napa

Nicol family hosts guests amid travel notes and flowers

Mr and Mrs Walter Nicol welcomed several visitors including Mrs Kings from Orange Vale and Mr and Mrs F P King after a San Francisco trip. The party toured Kern Canyon and Kernville then returned via Liente reporting hillside flowers and two large fields of baby blue eyes at Walker Basin. The Nicols also hosted Mr and Mrs Her for the weekend.

Walter Nicol

Duerksen Family Plans North Visit to Albuquerque

Mr and Mrs George Duerksen and their son Jimmy of Albuquerque New Mexico visit Maple district friends before traveling north to see relatives. They farmed near El Morro years ago and now live in Albe San Joaquin valley retired. Maple scouts plan a benefit program and invite public. Art Parrott Spanish instructor at Wascosie school will present photos from his year in Spain along with a film.

George Duerksen Jimmy Albuquerque New Mexico Duerksens Maple District el Morro Albe San Joaquin Valley Maple Scouts Art Parrott Wascosie’ School Spain

Scout event to fund tents at Irvine Maple auditorium

A 1953 Maple scouts fundraiser at Irvine ranch aims to buy new tents and camping gear. All Maple scouts will have tickets for the 7 30 p m Friday evening program scheduled April 6 in the Maple auditorium.

Irvine Ranch Maple Auditorium

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