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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1962
Page
3
A retrospective on journalism's impact from Crimean to Korea shows reporters shaping public opinion and exposing corruption. Notable figures include Zola, Pyle, Bigart, and Hearst, with reflections on press freedom and democracy from Disraeli and Truman.
The column questions readers about giving family directions and for personal loans, criticizing a newsroom phrasing. It notes a public viewing of the Coleman Vote Tally System in Bakersfield on Thursday at 2 p.m. and praises local readership for engaging with ballots, inviting attendance at Tulare Puddy evening.
The Hi-Desert Kenareb ceremonial, hosted by Kern County Shrine Club at Bakersfield’s new five million dollar Civic Auditorium, is billed as the Pacific Coast’s largest Shrine event this year. Shriners, led by Potentate Joe Beranek and Mickey Almond, converge Oct 26 to 28 with parades, a gala verade, a golf tournament, and hospitality events, amid official support from the Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce.
The WI-CA-KA New Blue Bird Group met September 25 at 650 Pacific, home of Mrs. Gene Guenther. Mrs. Guenther and Mrs. Wesley Gorsching led planning for the year with mothers attending. Members included Mrs. James Franklin, Mrs. Gor, Handel, Kim, and others. Judy Guenther served refreshments. guests Mrs. Ray Jenkins and Gail. Group sponsored by Shafter Junior Women's Club youth program.
The council will receive boy fact survey blanks for ages 7 to 14, inclusive. Adult scouters will be assigned to each school to follow up and enlist as many boys as possible into the scouting program.
Maple School supporters host a country fair promoting 7 man candy items ame pot holders and hand crocheted rugs. Mrs. John L. Penner, president, invites the community to attend this money making event for the Maple PTA featuring the 4F’s Food Frolic and Funds.
The 1962 Kern County Fair wrapped its seven day run with praise from fairgoers. The exposition showcased more than 8 000 entries and emphasized the region's production and progress in a colorful, diverse display across the San Joaquin Valley.
The Junior Fat Stock sale drew 222 head of prime steers and 44 hogs with an average 52 cents per pound. Top price reached 8 50 a pound for a 86 pound grand hog, while a 1 005 pound grand steer sold for 2 75 per pound. The 12th annual event featured crowds, stage shows, and circus performances.
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