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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1968
Page
3
The President declares November 22 through 28 as National Farm City Week to highlight the interdependence of agriculture, manufacturing, commerce, and the arts. The 14th consecutive year emphasizes urban rural understanding with Kiwanis International coordinating.
Kern County builds up dollar volume with residential permits leading September activity. A total of 95 dwelling permits worth 2.13 million were issued in September, boosting nine month totals to 23.26 million, while the countywide nine month permit total reached 1,191 with a value of 23.26 million. Six incorporated areas posted year over year gains for nine months. Bryan Coleman of the Board of Trade predicted totals will surpass 1967. The Farm City program, led by the National Farm City Committee, continues activities to link rural and urban areas under the theme Tomorrow's Food and Fiber Everybody's Business.
The California Farm Bureau Federation backs no position on one measure and supports another, urging opposition to Prop 1A, Prop 2, Prop 3, Prop 4, Prop 6, Prop 8, and Prop 9 while backing Prop 7 for state funds locally. It cites limited reform from 1A and bonding risks for irrigation districts if Prop 9 passes, and questions replacement revenue sources.
Legal notice for the sale of beer at 1083 Santa Fe Road Shafter Kern County. Applicants Edna M. and John L. Epple file to obtain an on sale beer license. protests may be filed within 30 days with the ABC office. Other board actions noted include various appropriations, contracts, and hearings from October 8 1968.
Evron Barber chairs the event at Memorial Park with Ed Riggle supervising scouts from troops 901 927 and 953. Don Little will cook hamburgers as Tom Leigh urges community support. Proceeds fund maintenance taxes and utilities for the scout hall. Donations are 1.50 for adults 1.00 for under 12 with tickets from local cubs and scouts or Marvin Neuman at 746 4372.
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