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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1947
Page
3
At the Fuller residence last week a stork shower honored Mrs Richard Arnold with co hosts Mrs oO Ohlsson and Mrs John Jacobson assisting. About 40 guests attended and presented Mrs Arnold with many lovely gifts.
Kern County residents visiting public libraries this month will find colored bookmarks in borrowed books. The bookmarks, supplied by the Kern County Tuberculosis and Health Association Incorporated, promote the 1947 Christmas Seal Sale from November 24 to Christmas to fund the association’s work. Librarian Eleanor Wilson notes the public’s awareness of tuberculosis prevention and the county program. The library cooperates in this educational effort.
A bakery advertises indulgent treats at Joe's Topper Bakery offering a tempting range of confections and desserts for pastry lovers seeking a quick bite or take-home sweets.
Bonnie Willoughby learned a thief stole her suitcase of clothes after a brief Los Angeles layover. She left the suitcase behind at a sandwich counter and, on returning, found it gone with the thief. The Shafter family member faced disbelief from an agent who said missing suitcases were common in the city.
Mrs Pat Eller is recovering in Pasadena hospital after a minor operation. She is reported to be doing splendidly and is expected to be home this weekend.
American Legion Auxiliary members collected canned foods at their meeting to assemble four Thanksgiving baskets for needy families. Baskets will include meat provided by members and vegetables bought by the Auxiliary. Mildred Guenther Vera Moor and Christine Rootes supervise distribution. Plans for a December program and Christmas party were set with Edna Camp Nita Gunnarson and Betty Waymire leading.
Mrs Paul Karnes and her daughter are visiting relatives in Alameda and are expected home Saturday.
Last rites for four month old Harry Lyon were conducted at Flickinger-Janzen Mortuary with Reverend B. E. Andrews officiating. Survivors include parents Mr and Mrs Harry Forrest and two brothers James Lee and Charles Ray Forrest of Shafter. Interment followed at Shafter Cemetery.
The Eleventh Naval District announced a meeting of the Bureau of Ships Volunteer Naval Reserve Unit 11-7 at 8 o clock Monday evening November 24 in the American Legion Hall at 17th and E Streets Bakersfield California. All Naval Reserve officers and enlisted men in Bakersfield and vicinity are invited.
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