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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1951
Page
3
Shafter High School Colonels travel to Coalinga to face the Bs after a 25 to 7 win over Exeter. Coach Turk Eliades’ squad aims to continue its surge despite losses and injuries as key players like Dan Contreras and Glen Hamilton watch the weather and game conditions.
About 60 boys from Shafter Scout troops and 12 from Maple took part in the North ern District camporee at Morro Bay State Park last weekend. Adult leaders and helpers supported the outing. Awards will be given at the next Court of Honor.
The Shafter Chamber of Commerce investigates the city budget with Clerk F G Shaw agreeing to prepare a financial tabulation. Committee members Lee Thomas and Jack Fleming attended Monday’s council meeting while Harvey Gacde serves as the third member.
Friday night brings Kids Night at the football game between Coalinga and Shafter High Schools. Lerdo Richland Maple and Rio Bravo elementary students receive free passes and form the east side rooting section. The Mee band entertains, with Richland teams playing between halves of the B game and bands from Coalinga and Shafter performing between halves of the varsity.
Robert F. Heredia, 30, paid a $150 fine after pleading guilty to drunk driving. Judge Frank Shaw suspended his driver's license as part of the sentence.
Maple district parents gather to form a Cub Scout pack. An organization meeting at the Maple school next Monday at 7 pm will form dens and elect den mothers and pack leaders. Charles Henderson spoke at the last instructional session hosted by Scout officials.
Generals aim for victory despite Martin's absence. Quarterback Dale Scales must deliver accurate passes, Fullback Glen Hamilton must find holes, and John Notley needs speed to stretch the field. Coalinga is described as rough and tough by scouts, making the challenge tough.
A new Scout executive for the Northern District drew strong attendance and evident interest in the movement. If interest persists, Henderson says, the charter will be granted.
Robert Townsend of Armstrong Mortuary seeks permission to install a two way radio in his ambulance for police and fire department use. He pledges ambulance service in exchange for the lease and better communications. Police Chief John Reily will investigate the proposal.
The Hi Y club at Shafter High School aims to foster athletic relations and sportsmanship among competing schools. Members will provide refreshments after home games and serve as introductions before contests, with permission from the student body executive board.
The Shafter High School PTA awarded the winning class in the membership drive with a school time party. Jordan Turk Eliades' fourth period freshman math class led with over 200 percent participation. Mothers of the PTA served refreshments in the cafeteria with baked cakes, ice cream, and soft drinks.
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