Christ Born and Rejected and the Gospel Call
A six month study in Matthew opens by examining how Christ was received at birth. It highlights two attitudes toward Jesus: those for Christ who pursue him with worship and gifts, and those against him driven by fear indifference hatred and sorrow. It emphasizes God protecting preparing and fulfilling prophecy through Jesus.
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Jesus
Christ
God
Herod
Jerusalem
Mothers of
Israel
Satan
Joseph
Egypt
Nazareth
Golgotha’s
Progress of Mankind Quote Reflection on Humanity
A reflective passage contrasts the speaker's earlier dismay at individual progress with awe at humanity’s collective advancement. The author notes how viewing people as a crowd alters the sense of progress and achievement.
Kindness to Friends Cited by Platus
A aphorism notes that giving kindness to a friend should not be regretted but rather embraced, urging shame at failing to act kindly. The quotation reflects Stoic and social virtue themes attributed to Platus.
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Platus
Bank of America Reports Uplift in California and West
Bank of America chief M. L. Thomas says August business rose across diverse sectors in California and the Far West. Building permits across 32 California cities reached 15.50 million dollars, up 2.3 percent from July, with home permits at 7.92 million, up 21.4 percent. Retail sales in 64 departments rose 2 percent. shipbuilding revived with 23 coast contracts valued at about 50 million dollars. Out‑of‑state car entries into California climbed 45.9 percent, signaling a strong touring season ahead.
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M. L. Thomas
Bank of America
California
Far West
Pacific Coast
U. S. Maritime Commission
West Coast
Civil Service Exams Open in Agriculture and Administration
Competitive exams announced for statistician economist stenographer and typist roles in the Department of Agriculture. Positions target agricultural economics agronomy biology engineering forestry horticulture soils home economics and related fields. Nominations and details available from John F. Hoskam at Shafter post office and Davis campus sites in Tulare County.
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Department of Agriculture
John F. Hoskam
United States Civil Service Board of Examiners
Shafter Post Office
Removal Of Diseased Vines In California Vineyards
N D Hudson of the University of California Extension Service Kern County urges removing all vines showing symptoms of California grape disease and replanting with healthy stock to slow spread. Hewitt and Scott report rapid spread, with infestations in ten counties and roguing as a practical control.
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Davis
University
Tulare County
California
N. D. Hudson
University of California
Kern County
Hudson
W. B. Hewitt
C. E. Scott
University College of Agriculture
Hewitt
Scott
College of Agriculture
Potato Sacks Used To Make Spanish Serapes At School
Third grade students at Maple School under Miss Letha Larson are turning common potato sacks into Spanish serapes. Sections of sacks are colored and sewn with frayed edges to form scarves. Display features work by Phyllis Peters and Charles Terrell.
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Maple School
Letha Larson
Phyllis Peters
Charles Terrell
Chinese Wedding Custom Promotes Harmony With Pig Heart
Chinese newlyweds traditionally share a ceremonial dinner featuring a pig heart to symbolize unity. The gesture represents “the same heart” and harmony between the couple as part of wedding customs.
New Books at Shafter Library
New books available at the Shafter library include Reaching For The Stars by Nora Waln Let The Records Speak by Dorothy Thompson and Society in Transition by H E Barnes.
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Shafter Library
Nora Waln
Dorothy Thompson
Society
H. E. Barnes
Bids Sought for School Bus Chassis and Body in Shafter
Richland School District in Shafter California invites bids by 7 PM September 29 1939 for a GMC Model 508 school bus chassis with booster brake 235 inch wheel base and a Gillig Brothers Master DeLuxe 64 passenger body. Bids to meet State Board of Education rules and California law. Opening around 8 PM September 29 1939 at Richland School. Clerk Orvin Mettler reserves right to reject any bid.
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Board of Trustees
Richland
Shafter
California
Gillig Brothers
State Board of Education
State of California
Richland School
Orvin Mettler
Richland Elementary
Archimedes Soap Gaffe Baffles Atlanta Class
A reader recalls a classroom moment as Archimedes shouts Eureka while a boy answers the meaning of the exclamation. The student then quips that Archimedes found soap, prompting laughter in the school.
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Archimedes
Atlanta Constitution
Gentle Ride Tips From a Worried Passenger
A fussy woman tells a taxi driver to be extremely careful at crossings and to drive slowly on slippery streets. She asks which hospital to take her to in case of an accident, reflecting cautious urban commuting advice.
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Stray Stories Magazine
Judge Quips On Upright Posture During Election Riot
Reporters noted a missile whizzed over the judge’s head during an election riot as friends at the club teased his stooping posture. The judge deadpanned that if he stood upright it might have been serious.
Inspector Probes Class Over Exodus Question
The inspector asks who drove the Israelites out of Egypt and points to a boy. The boy denies the accusation, saying he only returned from the country last week.
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Egypt
Just a Suggestion to Write Poetry in Form
Percy expresses a wish to compose poetry and debates the best form with Miss Keen and Mr. Sapp. The dialogue centers on choosing a suitable structure for poetic work.
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Percy
Miss Keen
Mr. Sapp
Do me a favor meeting a girl for the first time
A speaker asks a companion to join them on a first meeting with a girl. The reply fears being in the way, but the response argues that the companion will be noticed by the girl and improve the chance of a connection.
Betty and Jane Discuss The Whizzer's Print End
Betty reports that Bob by is halting The Whizzer. Jane reacts with disbelief as Betty notes the comic has run long enough and will stop publication.
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Betty
Bobby
Jane
The Hard Way
Oliver explains the eight sittings for learning to skate as Betty questions the portrait task. The exchange highlights focus on skill training over artwork.
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Oliver
Betty
Notable Dinner Guest Enjoys Uncommon Meal
A distinguished guest remarks that the dinner was unusually good while the host’s young son agrees, saying they do not often have such meals either. The exchange captures a rare dining moment between visitor and family.
Eclipse Jokes Shine in The Editor's Column
A playful exchange notes how the joke editor treats each new gag as an eclipse to his column. The office boy adds humor by declaring every joke eclipsed for publication, mimicking a wedding announcement of punchlines.
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Office
Eclipse
Washington Post
Granddaddy Bug Stuns With Bright Stripes Near Potatoes
A vivid account describes a large multi colored bug seen near potato crops. The observer notes red and yellow stripes and compares it to a mandolin while exclaiming awe at its size. No further details on location or date are provided.
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Scott
One Way Street Ruse Sparks Verbal Clash
A policeman blocks a woman at a one way street as she insists on proceeding. She argues she only wants to go one way, prompting a tense exchange.
Never Slips Mrs Green
Dialogic exchange unfolds across two wives as they discuss insomnia and marital trust in a sharp kitchen-table banter. The wit sharpens with each retort revealing suspicion and humor between spouses.
Banister Mischief Sparks Quiet Schoolroom Quip
A playful exchange between Serious Question Old Maid-Oliver and Oliver prompts Miss Prim to imitate sliding down a bannister. The frolic shifts from rebuke to cheeky challenge as classmates watch.
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Oliver
Miss Prim
Kern County Exhibit Wins Prizes at Pomona Fair
Emory Gay Hoffman of the Kern County Chamber of Commerce notes color motion pictures of potatoes and sugar beets, plus flower displays, at the Los Angeles County Fair in Pomona. The Kern booth placed third, earned 350 dollars at Portrona and 150 dollars in Sacramento, and Kern Day is set for September 28.
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Kern County
Los Angeles County
Pomona
Emory Gay Hoffman
Bakersfield
Taft
Porriona
Sacramento
Kern
Hoffman
Irrigation Board Tours North County and Alpaugh District
Members of the Shafter-Wasco Irrigation board plan an inspection trip through the north county area and into the Alpaugh Irrigation district. They depart from the Shafter district office at 9 a.m. and expect to return in the late afternoon.
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Shafter-Wasco
Cavalcade of the Golden West at San Francisco fair
The Camp West Lowe riders from Shafter appeared on Treasure Island as part of Bakersfield day at the San Francisco fair. Seventeen horses and riders with silver mounted gear drew a 5000-person crowd. Officials say the honor was the first granted to any city or group. Also present were Harold K. Fox Earl Cady L B Jeffries and Miss Edna Kilmer Miss Bakersfield.
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San Francisco
Treasure Island
Bakersfield
Harold K. Fox
Bakersfield Frontier Days Association
Earl Cady
L. B. Jeffries
Edna Kilmer
Diamonds Through Ages From India to South Africa
The piece traces the diamond source shift from India to Brazil and now South Africa, noting how the main supply centers evolved over centuries and across continents.
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Inda
Ullmond
India
Brazil
South Africa
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Harold
Luxpouisr
Bible Institute
Western Cafe Capes Union
Manuel
George Gissing
the Press
London
King George
Queen Elizabeth
National Correspondence Schools
Swanky Redington Beach
Thomas Brice
William G. McLean
Eft
Fisher Body
General Motors
Don
England
Helen Vinson
Screenster
Penn
Toggery
SAVE
Gas Rae
Emil Stoller
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