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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1958
Page
2
An equipment maker cites the year’s best performance as driven by higher farm incomes and, more importantly, by the shift to mechanization. As farm numbers drop to one eighth of the population, rising demand for efficient, modern machinery will shape future policy and production to avert shortages.
At the national convention the American Legion commends J Edgar Hoover for his work countering communism and promoting the book Masters of Deceit. Delegates urge wide distribution of the work in schools and communities to curb juvenile delinquency and ideological influence.
The piece stresses that giving should be a shared duty not left to others and urges individuals to contribute according to their ability. It notes rising costs for charities and agencies and warns that without adequate donations earlier benefits to the town could be harmed. It calls for generosity and personal responsibility.
In Atlantic City the first constitutional convention of the American Bakery and Confectionery Workers Union showcased a strong endorsement of democratic union traditions. The ABC convention asserted that free, democratic atmosphere permits workers to root out corruption and racketeering in the trade union movement.
In ONAWAY Michigan a local insight notes the UAW contract with major auto firms will raise living costs. The writer urges higher incomes to absorb wage gains, warning small businesses face strain.
Shafter city records five new residence buildings started last month and one remodeled. Firefighters polish plans for the annual Firemen's Ball. An upcoming Hallowe'en Carnival at Maple School is PTA sponsored with a supper. Community Chest drive kicks off. New Boy Scout troop formed under Maple Leaf Broadcasting. 4-H Community Club organized for Shafter and Maple districts. Christmas Seal mobile x ray disaster unit will visit next Thursday at Central and James.
Gordon C Reed son of Mr and Mrs Gordon C Reed of Shafter California graduated from recruit training on October 8 at the Naval Training Center San Diego California The nine week boot camp culminated in a full dress parade and review before military officials and civilians The program transforms a raw recruit into a Navy Bluejacket ready for duty with the fleet
The editor credits long hours, advertiser cooperation, and reader acceptance for a recent growth spurt at the Press. A story about automobile production in 1957 is followed by a parable about “Anthony and Cleopatra” to illustrate finding the right answer.
Shafter churches invite residents to attend services this Sunday in a united community outreach effort. Local pastors encourage participation across congregations.
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