Steps Toward Cemetery Improvement in Shafter
Local residents discuss improving the Shafter and Wasco cemeteries after years of neglect. Supervisor Roy Woollames plans to assess costs and gather public opinion while seeking steps to restore grounds. Also proposed is naming a new nearby US Army air field Shafter Field to honor General William Rufus Shafter.
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Shafter
Wasco
Roy Woollames
Woollames
William Rufus Shafter
United States Army
Powers That Be
Lions and Tourists in Kruger Park Turn Deathly
In Kruger National Park African lions increasingly retaliate as visitors taunt sleeping lions with bottles and oranges. A tourist chased into his car after hurling missiles, amid concerns the reserve’s safety and wildlife preservation are being undermined.
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Africa
Kruger National Park
African Lions Judge Tourists In Wild Justice
The text laments careless tourists ignored warnings and “let the lions go on about their business.” It suggests lions may resolve the tourist problem by handling a boastful traveler who hurled bottles and oranges and then found himself stranded outside his car.
Moving Picture Graft to Aid Police Rogues Gallery Idea
A proposal by Colonel Schwartzkopf to turn criminal files into portable talking motion pictures could aid identification. The system would record voices and mannerisms for matching against suspects, with height verification via a projection screen, adding a new layer of protection for the public.
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OST
Colonel
Kopf
Schwartzkopf
New Jersey
Colonel Schwartzkopf
Haywire Mutual Telephone Company Ltd Capitalized at $24
A report from major Canadian cities notes Alberta firm Haywire Mutual Telephone Company Ltd has eight shareholders and capitalization of twenty four dollars. The article adds that youths shift from jazz to world affairs, indicating a generation taking serious civic interest.
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Alberta
Canada
Haywire Mutual Telephone Company Ltd
America
California Speaks Voices on Draft and War Duty
The report quotes Mrs. Andrew Rilf Berke ley about risking her seven of nine sons for defense and defiance toward invasion. Herbert Hoover notes nationwide unity for defense and non intervention. Brenda Lane urges aging skin care for women. Oscar Vitt, ex Cleveland manager, vents about tough baseball past and domestic scrutiny.
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Andrew Rilf Berkeley
United States
Herbert Hoover
Brenda Lane
Hollywood
Oscar Vitt
Cleveland Baseball Club
Oakland
Bob Feller
Cry Babies
Architrave Defined in Classical Architecture Description
An architrave is the principal beam supported by columns and the lowest horizontal member. It sits directly above the columns and supports the frieze and cornice of the entablature. The term also names moldings around door and window frames or panels.
Attendance Variances Stir Curiosity About Americans
In a 2000 seat hall Taft at Topeka drew 700 attendees while a hillbilly concert in a second hall hosted 1500 with thousands outside. At Lawrence Gannett gathered 300, prompting speculation on what the numbers imply about the American people.
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Taft
Topeka
Lawrence
Gannett
Glass blocks offer insulated, light passing walls
Glass blocks provide a new building material for exterior walls. Made in multiple sizes, they are sealed and hollow to pass light while remaining non transparent. Their hollow centers offer better insulation than standard windows.
Snake cannot milk a cow tale debunked
A playful note explains why a snake cannot milk a cow. The snake’s mouth shape and sharp teeth make the feat impossible, and the claim collapses under sensible reasoning as a mere story.
Gallacking Industry Persists in North Carolina Mountains
The practice of gallacking gathers evergreens for sale, a regional industry peculiar to the North Carolina mountains and tied to local forestry traditions.
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North Carolina Mountains
Philosopher uncovers 1840s Massachusetts mince tale
The article notes an antiquarian’s reference to a Massachusetts mince pie story where a man who eats an old fashioned mince pie with meat must work more than forty hours. It adds context on selective service with 16.5 million men called to register as informed circles foresee a broader draft program.
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The
New York Times
Massachusetts
Kingsbury
Sam
Mexican President Seeks Quick U S Mexico Settlement
President Cardenas expressed hope for an effective and satisfactory settlement of all pending questions between the United States and Mexico. The statement reflects the Mexican government’s attitude and aims to inspire progress in bilateral relations.
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Fresno’ Bee
Cardenas
Mexico
United States
Refugees Press Committee Against Sweatshop Exploitation
Jewish refugee manufacturers in Australia form a committee to combat sweating they face upon arrival. The group aims to curb exploitation while integrating refugees into industrial work.
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Australia
Poor Man Marries for Help from Wealthy Spouse
A poor man marries a wealthy individual to gain domestic help. The arrangement includes a valet a secretary a laundress a cook and a housekeeper all under one household. The story highlights class dynamics and transactional marriage.
Government Hospitality Spending Cuts Planned
Britain spent 111000 dollars on government hospitality last year and will cut this year’s total to 65000 dollars as part of budget tightening. Officials say the reduction targets official receptions meals and entertainment across ministries.
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Britain
Dentists Use Animal Bone Powder To Induce Growth
Columbia dentists report a method using bone powder from animals to stimulate new growth in oral cavities. The approach aims to accelerate healing in dental tissues and improve patient outcomes with this experimental treatment.
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Columbia
New Chair for Cashiers Guards Money Box Against Bandits
A chair featuring a steel money box is described as a theft deterrent for cashiers. The design allows bills to be slipped into a secure, tamper resistant container, aiming to reduce robberies.
Berlin Hotel Fined for Meat Ticket Violation
A Berlin hotel was fined 140000 dollars for serving meat without a government meat ticket in exchange, according to officials. The penalty highlights regulatory steps against noncompliant food suppliers and enforcement actions in the city.
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Berlin
Railway Expansion Opens Manchuria Lines for Colonization
Branch railway lines are being opened in Manchuria to encourage colonization and boost settlement. The new routes aim to connect frontier areas, facilitate movement, and promote agricultural and commercial development in the region.
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Manchuria
More Beer Today In The United States Consumed Than Before Prohibition
The report notes that current beer consumption in the United States exceeds levels seen prior to the prohibition era. It highlights increased availability and changing social patterns driving higher intake.
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United States
Egyptian Pie Recipe Sparks Hilarious Movie Dilemma
Hollywood backlot comedy centers on producers seeking an authentic dish for a Civil War era scene. Congress allows Dr Walker to wear male attire enabling her to serve as an army surgeon. An Egyptian chef finally reveals the odd dish.
Most Hotly Contested Kern County Recall Vote
In northern Kern, voters in Shafter Wasco and McFarland rejected the recall of Kern River Water Storage District Director H G Hull by a margin of 8 230 with 20 598 total votes cast of about 25 000 district voters. Proxies favored the recall opposition.
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Kern County
Kern River
Shafter
Wasco
McFarland
H. G. Hull
Hull
Sam Lachenmaier
Tragic Electrocution Claims Shafter Boy at Cotton Gin
Fourteen year old Murray Pat Galleger died after his arm struck a live wire while jumping from the tin shed at the Anderson and Clayton cotton gin in Shafter. He was with Clarence Williams and C. C. Davis on the night of the accident. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday morning at the Shafter Baptist Church by Reverend Blanchar.
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Shafter
Murray Pat Galleger
P. J. Galleger
Anderson and Clayton
Pat
Clarence Williams
C. C. Davis
Clarence
Shafter Baptist Church
Blanchar
Legion and Auxiliary Install Officers in Joint Banquet
The American Legion Shafter Post and Ladies Auxiliary held a joint installation and banquet at the Women’s club house Monday night. Attendees included Shafter residents and Legion members from Bakersfield and McFarland. New Auxiliary officers are J P Manse president H Rightmire first vice Grace Annis chaplain Alma Zimmerman sergeant at arms Elvina Enns secretary. Legion officers installed: Jack Zimmerman commander J P Hansen first vice Clyde Bell second vice E S Terry adjutant S M Bobst chaplain Hugh Skaggs sergeant at arms W H Hitchcock historian.
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American Legion
Shafter Post
Ladies Auxiliary
Women’s Club
Shafter Folk
Legion
Auxiliary
Bakersfield
McFarland
J. P. Manse
H. Rightmire
Grace Annis
Alma Zimmerman
Elvina Enns
Jack Zimmerman
J. P. Hansen
Clyde Bell
E. S. Terry
S. M. Bobst
Hugh Skaggs
W. H. Hitchcock
Shafter Band Leads Armistice Parade Float in Bakersfield
Shafter Kid band in uniform rode a white bunting decked truck in Bakersfield Armistice Day parade led by Mrs. A. B. McKinley. Richland school banner topped the float with school bus transport by Oliver Sly. Helpers included Mrs. McKinley and several Gribbles, Hitchcock, Zimmermann, Olson, Gloeckler, Roy F. and others.
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Shafter
Bakersfield
A. B. McKinley
John J. Peters
Richland School
Oliver Sly
Mckinley
R. E. Gribble
W. H. Hitchcock
Walter Zimmerman
O. T. Olson
Martha Gloeckler
Roy F
Principal speaker Esther Goodrich in Texas Biennial talk
Mrs Esther Goodrich addressed the Women's club at the last meeting in the club building. She spoke about the Biennial held this year in Texas. Hostesses for the day were Mesdames J B Engle S Camp W B Camp and Mrs A Chindberg, with delicious refreshments served.
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Esther Goodrich
Women’s Club
Texas
J. B. Engle
S. Camp
W. B. Camp
A. Chindberg
Shafter Fair Committee Names Chairman to Settle Bills
The Shafter fair committee met in the school house to settle outstanding bills from the county fair project. Mrs Henry Janzen was named chairman to attend to unpaid bills and the group voted to continue the committee for next year's project.
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Henry Janzen
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