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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1966
Page
3
Legal notice invites bids for purchase of a used 1957 station wagon. The vehicle is described as a Gur egon model and located at 320 James Street. Publication date November 16, 1966.
The City Council purchased a Chevrolet for police use from Richland Chevrolet Company on bid of $2260 at Monday night’s meeting. The competing bid from Fike’s for a Plymouth was $2390. Central Valley Ford’s bid was rejected due to late arrival at the City office.
Postmaster Gene Guenther of Shafter outlined new rules for overseas mail to military post offices. First class mail and parcels up to 5 pounds and 60 inches combined will be airlifted on a space available basis, with surface transport within the U S for inbound parcels.
The Wy Ca Ka Ke Jr. Hi Camp Fire group won $10 for second place in a Halloween parade after decorating Ashby's jeep. They later attended the Ice Capades at Bakersfield's Civic Auditorium. Donna Ashby serves as president with officers April Allen Bonita Fultz Linda Gonzales Karen Walker Cathy O'Brien and guardians Mrs. Riley Ashby and Mrs. James Walker. Alpha Kappa Phi sorority sponsors the group.
The District Board discussed algae in the water system likely tied to iron pipes and iron content. They approved flushing, chlorination at surge tanks or directly in pipes, and will pinpoint affected areas mainly on the west side.
Snow Irrigation Supply Co promotes Snow Gates and Valves with rust resistance and packing protection. The ad touts Parker Izing to prevent rust and leaks, plus Snow Round Rubberized Packing to stop leaks. Concrete Pipe Yard is listed for supply needs.
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