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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1956
Page
2
Shafter High School sophomore Mike Panero studies growth and reproduction of paramecia with his biology class. He prepares nutrient water by boiling dried grass and water, then places a single paramecium in the test tube to observe development.
Boy Scout troop 953 watched the Air Force offered film Survival at their hall on October 2. The documentary showed an air crew plane crash and their methods to endure harsh conditions and survive with limited resources and first aid.
Fall is prime time to plant move or divide Iris Reticulata native to Asia and known for rich blue blooms. Prepare soil a foot deep with compost and lime if needed then plant rhizomes near the surface with roots spread and sun warmth. Keep mulch and moisture up while avoiding excessive nitrogen to prevent rot and maintain a weed free bed with seasonal divisions every few years.
Miss Mary Broaddus, executive director of the Kern County Blue Birds and Camp Fire groups, led an orientation for new leaders at 201 Elm Street. She outlined program aims, parental involvement, and sponsor planning, with training sessions set for October 16 17 18 at First Methodist Bakersfield, and similar Shafter sessions to be announced. about 15 mothers attended.
A variety of pastries will be offered by the ladies of the First Mennonite church tomorrow starting at 10 30 a m and continuing through the day in front of Central Market. Yeast breads rolls coffee cakes pies candies and cookies are among the items.
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