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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1976
Page
4
Maple Community Club executive board reviewed a year’s barbecue and carnival earnings, noting 609 plates served and profits higher than ever. The drive begins October 11 with Seyle Hall chairing, and SCICON trip plans for Maple sixth graders.
Delano Spanish dancers canceled due to illness. Maple Community Club members spent the program visiting residents and awarding staff for service at Kern Crest Manor. Fifth and sixth graders won a field trip reward. MMC plans an October membership drive and collects 50 cent dues.
Seventy five residents fasted twelve hours and visited the Santa Barbara Savings building for the HEARTBEAT coronary risk evaluation led by Dr. John Scharffenberg of Loma Linda University. Participants filled forms paid fees, had tests, and will receive personal risk reports. An in-depth session for participants and spouses is set for Oct 26 at 7:30 p.m. at Richland Intermediate School Cafeteria. The no-cost meeting aims to interpret results and promote heart health life style. The program is part of Shafter Community Services by the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
The Sounds of Shiloh a six member youth group will be featured at the First Assembly of God Church 150 Elm St Sunday Oct 24 at 7 p.m. They have appeared on the P T L Show Channel 40 TV and monthly Gospel Review in Burbank. Their blend of quartet tradition with contemporary styles appeals to all ages and Pastor Davis invites the community.
The Siemens family marked three birthdays and a wedding anniversary with relatives gathered from Shafter, Salem, and San Jose. Guests included Miss Anna Franz sister of Mrs. Siemens, E. P. Frantz father of the clan, and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ediger of Salem who celebrated their 38th anniversary.
The local swine flu clinic will run October 24 from 10 am to 4 pm at Shafter Memorial Hall. Bill Johnston chairs the influenza immunization committee and notes most residents over 18 will be vaccinated with A/New Jersey/76. Senior and chronically ill residents will receive both swine flu and A Victoria vaccines. Egg allergies exclude individuals from vaccination. Volunteers are still needed. call Kern County Health Dept. at 746-6325.
Kern Retriever Club hosts its general meeting on Thursday October 28 at 7 30 p m at Guarantee Savings and Loan 5554 California Ave A group of 4 H youngsters will present a program on their projects raising puppies for the Blind Dog for the Blind in San Rafael Public invited and families with younger members encouraged
The article notes that Romans cultivated oyster beds as far back as 100 B.C. to ensure a steady supply. It highlights early aquaculture efforts and the historical prominence of oysters in ancient diets and trade.
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