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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1941
Page
2
Publication details appear obscure with misread words and garbled names. The legible fragment notes a publisher and date 1921 linked to a likely association or society. No clear persons or events are recoverable from the text.
Oil development around Shafter remains active as major companies pursue wildcat projects. General Petroleum plans a potential new field four miles south in Section 15, while Continental Oil studies a Section 35 site northwest of town.
Dr Gilbert argues a fifth freedom is needed beyond Roosevelt's four. He defines it as the right of private property and the freedom to create and enjoy wealth through individual enterprise. He urges the president to consider this concept as civilization advances.
A local citizen suggests reducing Central Avenue parking angle to ease traffic tieups caused by cars backing from the curb. The idea would simplify entrance and exit from stalls and improve stall line painting, and it warrants investigation by city officials.
According to Harry M. Butterfield of the University of California Agricultural Extension Service the presence of the ailanthus or tree of heaven signals an early settlement site in the state. The tree was introduced by Chinese miners and early American settlers.
A scientific investigation identifies rip currents as the principal cause of ocean drownings. Guidance urges not to fight a current but to drift with it and swim parallel to shore to escape the flow. Rip currents run in channels, making direct swimming hard, while exiting them is easier by moving laterally.
A University of California Summer Session faculty member compares the present era to landmark eras such as the Dawn of History the fall of the Roman Empire and the collapse of the Medieval system noting a global upheaval in progress.
Morning scene shows groups of boys and girls waiting for school buses in Shafter. Parents attend sendoffs as students prepare for a long fight for public education. The piece traces education from medieval limits to a republic driven by liberty and happiness through tax funding.
A Richmond Times Dispatch story links a warden counting prisoners to guard breaches, while Los Angeles Times notes citizen bewilderment over many worthy causes. American Bible Society marks 125 years distributing the Book, seeking to broaden its reach amid global debate.
The United States Commerce Department notes Japan now consumes more artificial butter than natural butter. The synthetic product has become a prominent part of Japanese food supplies.
The sole Bermuda attack on record occurred circa 1620 when two Spanish ships attempted to land for buried treasure. The British residents fired two cannon shots, which by divine providence frightened the invaders away.
Major J W Powell piloted the first boat down the turbulent Colorado River through the Grand Canyon in 1869, a historic exploration that opened the region to subsequent scientific and geographic study.
The cymbal, a brass instrument, is identified as the oldest known musical instrument. Historical records indicate its use as early as 1047 B.C. by ancient cultures.
A fragment notes that Andrew Jackson is the posthumous son of Andrew Jackson who emigrated to America from Northern Ireland.
The narrative traces a gradual development of California’s education system from earlier forms to today. The speaker notes ongoing improvements in elementary and high schools and expresses pride in current facilities and opportunities for today’s students.
The Exeter Sun expresses relief to live in a country where games are valued and children are not taught that war games come first, signaling a preference for peaceful pursuits over militaristic norms.
Clarence Cullimore described early Spanish ranch homes and California’s architectural development at a Shafter Rotary Club meeting in Motel Canelo. He cited Fort Tejon built by Lt. Beale in the 1850s, urged preservation, and noted Cabrillo’s 1542 coastal explorations alongside Kern County history.
Wyoming state fish hatcheries report production surpassing nine million fish for streams and lakes. The effort supports river and lake ecosystems and provides stock for recreational fishing across multiple sites.
The article notes that only Kansas and Oklahoma have achieved full constitutional prohibition.
The article notes that Lake Michigan is unique among the Great Lakes as it lies entirely within the United States, unlike Lake Superior Huron Erie and Ontario which touch international boundaries.
Richland school opened Tuesday with 367 pupils and rose to 390 by Thursday, plus 17 kindergarten pupils bringing total to 407. A fire drill highlighted the first day, and Mrs Engle led the art booth at the fair. Friday marks Richland school day with expected full turnout and the P T A lunch room served 80 meals first day and 100 by Thursday under Mrs Herman.
Shafter shows vary in fair displays with a new multi sided exhibit named the House of Contentment built from cotton seed and apricots. Jim Little enters 37 Oklahoma State College hogs and Rev William Mullen promotes humane horse handling. A Scottish visitor jokes about toothpicks after dining at Owl Cafe.
Mr and Mrs Dutch Wittmeyer spent the weekend visiting Stockton Lodi and Sacramento while taking in the California state fair in the capital city.
Evelyn Jumper and family, including Maude Jumper and Richard Pedersen, will spend next week in San Francisco bringing Everett Jumper home. Mrs E B Stringham and daughters depart Shafter for Los Angeles to reside this winter, with Mr Stringham joining them briefly. W L Hetz and sons enjoyed San Diego sights last week. Emanuel Hy Metter family moved to Hollywood, while Orvin Mettler will manage ranches during his absence. Sol Camp and Harry West began ginning in their new county gin Thursday.
Mr and Mrs Henry Neufeld and George Enns returned from a trip to San Francisco the last of the week. The party drove Mr and Mrs C Guenther and Rosamond Chamber to the northern city and then drove back to South Dakota to their home.
Dan Glantz of Shafter was surprised by a party held Monday night. Guests included George Enns Roy Jumper Earl Terry T V Little William Newman Roy Crawford Alfred Glantz and A Boles. Shafter boosters won prizes at the state fair earning blue ribbons for White Rose potatoes Thompson seedless grapes and cotton entries. Mrs W B Camp of Fresno and her children visited Shafter this week.
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