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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1938
Page
2
H. G. Comfort, Publisher, publishes weekly on Thursdays at 169 Central Avenue Shafter California. Subscription price two dollars per year paid in advance. Single copies eight cents. Advertising rates available on request. Entered as second class matter August 1 1935 at Shafter post office under March 3 1879 act. Telephone 57.
The piece argues for increased revenue by lowering exemptions and taxing more middle earners while noting exemptions for single filers and dependents. It also critiques deficit reduction via budget cuts and hints at broader tax reform. It then discusses drought ravaged western states and endorses new farming models replacing cash grain with mixed grazing and irrigation.
Los Angeles county supervisors seek 500000 to widen the Ridge route from Castaic to Kern county line into a four lane highway and support safer travel. Kern county plans a 20 mile four lane section from Bakersfield to Grapevine opening early December with 700000 to finish the last nine miles to LA county line. The report argues four lanes would separate opposing traffic and reduce accidents despite higher speeds.
The Bakersfield Farm Security Administration reports relief to 1,000 families, up from 450 in late September, as migrants stream into California seeking cotton field work. Newcomers, ineligible for state relief until they establish residency, flood the area with about 50 families applying daily, highlighting the need for home-state relief and drought-area farm programs as long-term solutions.
The Supreme Court began its 1938 term in a peaceful tone after the failed court packing plan. Justices faced about 400 cases as they took their seats, while discussion centered on filling the late Justice Cardozo’s seat. The President was expected to name a successor when Congress reconvenes in January.
A proposed international highway from Fairbanks Alaska to South America gains momentum with plans for a 1183 mile Seattle to Fairbanks link. A presidential commission studies costs and routes while Canada hesitates over funding. The project promises scenic value and coastal defense links.
The state fishery bureau links hens diet to vitamin A deficiency with a quirky note that sharks liver provides the vitamin, prompting poultry owners to contribute to a growing shark fishing industry along the California coast.
The Shafter community voices objection to pumping plants near farming districts delaying water supply. Local society covers school bonding plans, a high school delegation to Bakersfield, Maple district dedication, and visits by film location scouts. Other items include new residents, PTA leadership changes, a World Series attendance, and local construction and health updates.
A J Jack Zimmerman identified as notary public and fire insurance counselor with the title Public Weighmaster appears in a notice item. The brief entry lists roles including automobile related duties.
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