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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1959
Page
2
The editorial argues the 22 month increase in the Federal gasoline tax will persist far beyond its limited duration. It notes the tax was first set as a wartime measure in World War II and has since become a permanent feature despite promises of temporary status. The piece suggests motorists will pay the extra one cent per gallon indefinitely.
California bears the highest state tax burden in the nation, paying a total of 1.813 billion in the latest year, up 139 million from the prior year, with tax levels far exceeding New York and Pennsylvania. The writer cites population differences and stresses that state taxes add to local and federal taxes.
The piece extolls return to classes after vacations noting benefits of schooling for personal relations civic rights and democratic foundations. It stresses the growing need for experts and practical lessons including thrift through California’s school savings plan highlighting millions saved over the years. The tone remains hopeful about autumn and national interests.
A nationwide survey shows the average driver spends 1.08 annually on personal transportation with depreciation totaling 565. Incomes face tax like deductions while public officials urge efficient budgeting and accountability. Citizens are urged to demand prudent use of taxpayer funds.
Nine years ago Trans-Ocean Airlines planned training for about 60 pilots at Minter Field with primary work starting October 15. Building Inspector E. I. cited $329,000 in new construction in Shafter including a Safeway store at Lerdo and James with a 100 car lot. Eight years ago Postmaster Guenther spoke of a new post office within seven months to ease downtown congestion.
The Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce report shows July air mail volume rising 106.5 percent from the prior year with air express up 51 percent, air freight up 27.9 percent, and passenger totals up 10.2 percent. Building permits fell 47 percent, births declined 8 percent, while retail sales rose 4.1 percent, real estate loans gained 8.7 percent, and bank debits increased 2 percent.
A compact note reports rapid changes in petroleum fuel weight measurements. It highlights swift shifts in clerical readings and fuel audits. The item mentions time sensitivity and potential implications for pricing and inventory.
In the seventeenth century trade fairs were held at Taos in New Mexico where goods were exchanged from oil over the West.
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