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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1977
Page
4
The Kern County Fair will host livestock judging September 26 to 29 with grand champion selections starting September 27. Schedule lists 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. events for 4-H and FFA divisions including market beef sheep swine dairy goats and dairy showmanship, plus evening grand champion rounds.
Marine Private Douglas B. Weaver son of J T Weaver of Shafter California completed the 11 week Recruit Training at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. He learned battlefield survival basic daily routine personal and professional standards and participated in physical conditioning and military skills including first aid rifle marksmanship and close order drill. Teamwork and self discipline were emphasized throughout the cycle.
The piece warns California farmers and food processors face hard times due to natural gas shortages and a shift to fuel oil or electricity. It cites the drought limiting hydro power, air standards hindering coal use, and President Carter’s energy plan as intensifying the squeeze on California energy supplies and the state's food industry.
California Highway Patrol Commissioner Glen Craig reports a 24.3 percent surge in stolen pickups in the first six months of 1977 from 1976. Most targeted were 1965 and earlier Chevrolet and Ford models, about 15.7 percent of thefts due to lack of anti theft devices.
The Kern Home Economics Association sponsors a one day Super Sewing Seminar by Nancy Olson on September 17 1977 at West High School Lee Center New Stine Road from 9 to 4. The $6 fee includes supplies lunch on your own and rese rvations require dialing 322 6863 or 872 2512.
Local representatives of the Bureau of the Census will conduct a immunization survey during September 19 23 1977 to determine how many people have received vaccines against measles influenza polio diphtheria whooping cough tetanus rubella and mumps. Results help admin health programs while personal data remain confidential.
A report shows pickups stolen in the division climbed by 152, bringing the cumulative total to 445. Officials note the uptick highlights ongoing security concerns and call for enhanced patrols and preventive measures.
The Southern Division, headquartered in Los Angeles, reports the largest numerical rise—an increase of 452—to reach a total of 2,867.
Western Regional Vice Chairman Mrs. Richard E. Shellenberger of Freedoms Foundation will address the Bakersfield Country Club branch on September 17 at 10 30 a.m. She will report on the national officers meeting and local chapter news. Reservations by September 10.
The Right Reverend M. Rivera D D of San Joaquin attends Saint Church 295 Beech Shafter on September 18 for a Pontifical Mass at 9 30 a m with confirmation of candidates. Father Howard Vicar and James Bishop deacon assist as the Bishop reaffirm vows and bless attendees. A salad luncheon follows in honor of the candidates during a community observance.
California traffic fatalities reached 472 in August, the highest monthly total in over four years, with officials forecasting a possible uptick after late reports. Calendar highs show July 1973 with 479 and July 1971 with 490, while 1977 eight months total 3070 deaths, up 195 from the prior year.
Highway Commissioner Glen reports increasing injury accidents from mopeds in the first seven months. The article defines mopeds as three wheeled motorized vehicles with pedals, automatic transmission, and limited power, noting registration and specified gear requirements.
Amtrak’s daily San Joaquin route from the Bay Area to Bakersfield via Stockton Merced Fresno and Hanford reported a 4.6 percent rise in August 1977 ridership. The uptick reflects growing demand for corridor travel and regional rail service.
The Shafter Christian Business Men's Committee will hold its first meeting of the new season on Thursday September 15 at the Veterans Memorial Hall at noon. Guest speaker Roger Trautmann pastor of First Baptist Church in Shafter will testify about his life. Program chairmen are needed for October December January February March April May and June.
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