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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1946
Page
1
Political commentary notes shifting partisan winds as Julius A. Cap Krug, former Secretary of the Interior, visited to support the Democratic party and advocate completion of the Central Valley Water Project. The piece reflects on era changes and voter sentiment amid election returns.
Priorities granted for twenty new veteran houses in Shafter with construction to start immediately. George Vannatta receives thirteen priorities and Dalke Brothers six, while Marvin Lane attains an individual priority. Nearby, two business structures near completion include a $15,000 building on Santa Fe Way and a $7,500 site on Lerdo.
Officials estimate about one third of the $3000 Chest goal has been collected four days into the drive. Some solicitors have not picked up their cards from Secretary Pat Kelly and are urged to do so. The Chest funds the Veteran's Service Center Boy Scouts and Campfire Girls. Merchants provide strong support with a full page of Chest agency activities.
The ladies aid of the congregational church will hold a pot luck supper November 18, a week from Monday night. The event is open to all members and the general public. Further details will be announced in next week's Press.
Mrs Peterson wife of the Rotary District Governor District 106 was entertained Monday evening with dinner in her honor by a group of Rotary Anns led by Mrs Ernest Panero at Cawelo.
Shafter City Council in a special session approved negotiations with California to establish a 400 unit housing project at Minter Field. A conference with Federal Housing Authority officials and local leaders discussed city participation and funding, with estimates placing total costs around 280000 dollars and the state covering 90 percent.
Shafter Colonels extend lead with a 26-7 victory over McFarland Bs. Jerry Jarrard scored two early rushing TDs, Glyn Scales added the second quarter extra point, Tommy Walker later found the end zone, and Grumbles connected on a third period TD pass to Walker. Whitacre added a 65 yard run for McFarland’s lone score.
Shafter business houses will close Monday November 11 in observance of Armistice Day announced by the Merchants Division of Shafter Business Men's Association.
Shafter voters backed Republican candidates in Tuesday's elections with Earl Warren winning 978 votes to 59. Howser led Attorney General race 655 to 264, Knight led Lieutenant Governor 3 to 1, and Knowland beat Rogers 625 to 301. Propositions 1 3 4 passed. Greyhound racing No. 2 and Fair Employment No. 11 failed. A local basketball league formed Sponsored by Shafter Firestone Service led by Kenneth Howell and Elmer Anderson with players including Dick Larson and Elmer Unruh. Arrangements for the high school gym and more games await.
Pat Kelly received the car donated by the Elks on Saturday night but his wife Eleanor and daughter Patsy were away. Mrs Kelly fell and broke her ankle during the weekend, creating a scene of mixed luck and sorrow for the family.
The Shafter Press ends its subscription contest Friday night at 8 with a deluxe four day San Francisco trip and $100 spending money as top prize. Voting hasn’t updated since October 25 and leaders are uncertain. A trio of local figures will count votes at close, aided by several prize incentives including a $100 merchandise award.
Mrs and Mrs R H Lee of Los Angeles visited their daughter Barbara in Shafter over the weekend. Barbara is the girls physical education teacher at the high school. They were joined by another daughter Mrs Ake Olson D Lee, sister in law of Mr. Lee.
Shafter Generals chase a sixth win as they face Tehachapi on their home field Friday night. Tehachapi has defeated McFarland and is expected to pose a tougher test. Shafter players battle minor injuries as coach Dan Bledsoe prepares the squad.
At the Monday American Legion meeting a barbecue is set for November 18. Committees include meat Joe Henderson and publicity Phil Horwith. tickets Roland Dargatz. entertainment Ernie Hofman. clean up Les Hobson. accommodations Herb Neuman. finance Jack Hare. barbecue George Enns. Ladies invited. veterans urged to attend with wives. Details forthcoming in next week’s Press.
Mr and Mrs Joseph Cosgrove were in Los Angeles Tuesday on a shopping trip.
Central Market will close at 7 p m on Saturdays beginning this week. Manager Wm Stoller announced the change, noting longer shopping times for weekend customers.
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