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The Bakersfield Californian from Bakersfield, California • Page 3

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Americans to Eat More but Not Foods They Enjoy Most WASHINGTON, Feb. ic. ar.F)— Americans will eat more this year than they did before the war but not as much as they want nor the foods they like best. This information was passed along today by the agriculture department. Civilian food consumption hit a new high in 1944, per cent above prewar levels, the department said.

It will decline some this year but the amount of calories and vitamins consumed still will be higher than before the war. Unfortunately, however, civilians must look for part of these calories and vitamins in foods other than meats, butter, lard, potatoes, sweet potatoes, -fruits, vegetables, and Supplies of all these foods will be smaller than in 1944 and some will fall below average, the bureau of agricultural economics reported. On the plus side, the department promised more eggs, margarine, evaporated milk and peanuts. Supplies of beverages, canned citrus juices, flour, oatmeal and other cereals will be at least as high as last year. Marjorie Rambeau Injured in Crash HOLLYWOOD, Feb.

ic. Marjorie Rambeau, veteran screen actress, was seriously injured early today when her car went out of control and crashed into a parked car and a tree, police reported. With Miss Rambeau at the time was her sister, Thelma Rambeau, 41, who was less seriously injured, They were both treated at Hollywood Receiving Hospital and removed to Queen of the Angels. The 54-year-old actress suffered possible skull and leg fractures, numerous lacerations of the face and attendants said a "small chunk" of her lower lip was torn away. Taft Racing Pigeon Club Buys New Trophy TAFT, Feb.

new trophy purchased by the Taft Racing Pigeon was on display at a business meeting held recently at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. Rockholt. It will go to the winner for the average speed in the 100 to 250-mile races during the coming season, the first race of which will be held March 25.

Attending the session were Messrs, find Mesdames Adolph Borgsdorf, Ray Foust, Gordon Lewis, Efton Coltrin, Clarence Crabb, Ray Gill, Dave Fisher, Lisle Brant and Delbert Knight. STREET CAR DISPUTE SAN DIEGO, Feb. 16. Diego's street car and bus operators today threatened to virtually paralyse this vital yar production center's transportation system by refusing to carry loads in excess of Beating capacity if they are refused a 5 to 7 cents an hour bonus. CASH for funeral and burial $9.41 paid in Regardless' of how little has been paid in premiums, the Forest Lawn Protection Plan eliminates funeral bills and pro- Tides cash for cemetery and other expenses in the amount you decide on in advance.

We have permission to. reproduce part of a letter recently received: "Although Motto tor policy only flvo d)oys koforo sho was stricken and) fmld only premium, your company immodliotoly paid tho OHtlro fcuo valira of $300. Mother wos Momiitfly in porfoct health lost fhwso'oy when she mo hor new fvnerol Insurance policy. She rfled Momtay morning. it hadn't hoon for this policy, I do not know how wo could managed.

This Is certainly M.MM YHV MYlvr W0JT. Everyone should learn about this low-cost Plan which eliminates the burden of funeral and cemetery bills. Under this Plan you may specify any Funeral Director ANYWHERE in the U.S. or Canada to handle the funeral arrangements, and you may select ANY CEMETERY. This Protection is issued by the Forest Lawn Life Insurance Company, a responsible old- line, legal reserve Insurance Company, and there can never be any assessments.

Get complete details at once. No obligation. No age limit. MAIL THIS COUPON. TODAY! Forott town Life Insurance Co.

1600 So. dondolo Dept. 45-P216 OtondoU California Please send me, without cost or obligation, a folder explaining the Forest Lawn Protection Plan. City (For.il lawn State Agwit) NOW IN PROGRESS SPECIAL SERVICES NIGHTLY at 7:30 Except Saturday and Monday Rev. Paul Talbot Dyuiunic Preacher of the Word of God Special Music and Singing Even-one Invited FOURSQUARE CHURCH 226 Cheater Avenue Max and Ella Paston Art Exhibit, Music Mark Taft Women's Club Meet TAFT, Feb.

enthusiastic audience responded to the art and music program given at the regular meeting of the AVomen's Improvement Club this week. The music was furnished by a young baritone, Howard Hayes of Los Angeles, and the art exhibit loaned by the Bak- ersfleld Art Association was explained by Miss Alma Steininger. The exhibit from the Bakersfield Art Association included the work of Mrs. Bessie Ella Hazen. Supplementing the art exhibit, Miss Alma Steininger, teacher of art at the Taft Union High School and Junior College, spoke on "This Thing Called Art." Refreshments wore served by Mrs.

Jerry Reed and her committee from tea tables decorated in silver and red. Committee members were Mesdames H. C. Stone, Harland Wilson, William McEwen, Joseph SlUerle, W. W.

McCube, William Barbat and J. D. Cerkel. Hostesses at the door were Mrs. A.

R. Moodie and Mrs. R. McGray. Mrs.

a. B. Kingman conducted the brief business session. Lost Hills Ladies Have Card Party LOST HILLS, Feb. card party was given recently by the Ladies' Auxiliary of Volunteer Firemen at the school with the valentine motif used in decorations.

Awarded high score in pedro was Mrs. Charles Galbreath with Mrs. Floyd Walston winning second prize. Consolation prize was given Mrs. Theodore Taussig.

Refreshments were served in the cafeteria by the hostesses, Mrs. Theodore Taussig, Mrs. Henry Crist and Mrs. Charles Galbreath to Mr. and Mrs.

John W. Galbreath, Mesdames Floyd Walston, Leo J. Brown and James Crawford, Misses Florence and Juanita Esnoz, Margaret Rarberena and Messrs. Charles Sipe, Norvel Galbreath, Delmar Cassida, Virgil Hat ley and Luis Hull. Mrs.

Mclntyre Is Hostess to 0. E. S. Members of the Eastern Star the Belridge district were entertained recently at the Belridge home of Mrs. A.

E. Mclntyre. Mrs. F. L.

Nichols was co-hostess and bridge was played with prizes going to Mrs. T. Shelton, Mrs. T. Grafton and Mrs.

C. Miller. Attending the party were Mesdames H. Grafton, C. Johnson, C.

Klugow, M. Bond, J. Davis, C. Miller, G. Gillespie, T.

Shelton, C. Taylor, H. Kinzel, J. Mclntyre, L. Mears, J.

McNamara, A. Neal, W. Beason, E. Hollingsworth, R. Mcln- tire, E.

Press, R. Conrad, L. Jenson, A. Mclntyre and F. Nichols.

Servicemen's Wives Meet in Belridge The monthly gathering of servicemen's wives and fiancees of Belridge -was held recently at the home of Mrs. Betty Keeter and Mrs. Mary Huckaby. Bingo was played and refreshments and drinks were served during the course of the evening. The traveling prize was won by Mrs.

Barbara Moistor. The March meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Jean Anton. Attending were Mesdames Barbara Meister, Leona Reybnicek, Kelly Venable, Emmy Lou Barbe, Barbara Weaver, Jean Anton, Betty Keeter, Mary Huckaby and Misses Reverne Rose and Edna Kelley. Red Cross Volunteers Needed in Burfonwillow BUTTONWILLOW, Feb.

Women of the Buttonwiliow district are needed to work on kit bags and other articles for the Red Cross, Hattie Hess, Red Cross chairman, announced today. Meetings are hold every Friday afternoon in the sewing room at the schoolhouse. FAMILY AFFAIR of many Soviet couples fighting side-by- side against the Germans are Guards Lieutenant Vera Orlova, right, commander of a Red army self-propelled gun. and her husband, Nikn- lai, also a guards lieutenant who serves as mechanic-driver. Tlie veterans of more than 30 attacks are pictured on the Baltic front.

Victim of Too Much Analysis Takes Life WIXXKTKA, 111., Feb. 1(1. Police disclosed today that Dr. Harold L. Pippy.

43, a society physician. took his mvn life and left a note saying ho was tho "victim of too much psychoanalysis." Sippy's body was found last night liosirlo bis automobile tn his SiiniRc. Authorities paid he died of carbon Caltfornian Friday, February 16,1945 3 In tho house, police found a tole- gram signed by his wlfo, Camilla. from Tucson, which said: "Absolutely no use your coming here. You must plan your future without me." A MESSAGE TO YOUNG GIRLS BROCK'S GIRLS' SHOP Invites You to See the COMMONS nEIUTK SKT LOXDOX, Fob.

are being made for a two-day war debate in Commons when Primp Minister Churchill reports on the Crimen conference. LOPEN YOUR COLD CLOGGED NOSE Like 2 shoti, 2' idrops hit your 1 head; cold target i fast. Cool, shrink nasal mem- brancs. You breathe i freer, easier almost i Instantly. Caution: Use only as direct- ed.

25c, times' i as much, 60c. Get PENETRO NEW PHONOGRAPH A superior long-life phonograph needle that will bring joy to er phonograph owner. Brilliant performance, unequalled kindness to records. Filters record scratch. Months of pleasure.

$1.50 "aster FLOATING POINT nee oie RRDIDS 6 RPPLIflNCES Fox Btldg. Til. 4-4055 2015 Strut ASK FOR "JOAQUIN" Poaltry nt Dairy FEEDS A TIMELY to the Housewife! Military needs will continue to draw heavily on the food supplies of our country. This win reflect on the civilian supply. You can lend a helping hand by keeping the home garden in its most productive condition.

A back yard flock of heavy strain poultry. If restrictions permit, raise a calf or pig. All this is a help to your country and assurance of food for you and probably others. If you need helping advice, see your "JOAQUIN" dealer nearest you or see us at our office across from the High School, Fourteenth and Streets. Phone 9-0284.

SAN JOAQUIN GRAIN CO. to KPMC it 12:18 TO GUARD YOUR PRECIOUS BEAUTY Inseparable essentials for loveliness. Use them together every morning, every night, and always before you apply make-up, let them Cleanse, Refresh, Smooth your skin to new, glowing beauty, keep it clear and flower-fresh. They'll keep you lovely at precious little cost! The best preparations are always an economy. You use last longer.

ARDENA CLEANSINO CREAM, 1.00, 2.00, 3.00, 6.00 light leathery crtam, liquttot Inifonlly, thoroughly. Apply with pod molitoncd with Skin lotion. ARDENA SKIN LOTION, .05, 2.00, 375, 9.00,15,00 tho portal combination with dooming Croon, fragrant, rofroihlng. Pal on, alwayi with an upward motion. Plus Federal Exulsie Tax AISLE Brock's only Free Aulo Park corner Twenty- first and streets.

your all-season Butterfly" Travel-Coat on saw it in Charm Magazine-: and Idved it! Now stay-at-home or go-to-beach seer- tucker darling with a flutter of white butterflies on red, navy, or aqua. Cool and iweet and needs prewing. 12 to 20. Light Blue Green Navy Rose See Them in Our California Shop FASHION FLOOR' You can now wear I lie same ha Is as this famous little movie star. New spring hats trimmed felt beanies like mother wears; in new spring colors as well as dark shades.

and O. I Let Your Easter Bonnet Be a "Margaret O'Brien" JUNIOR SHOP FASHION FLOOR CALOTS play a return engagement Those complimentary little calots that you love they're back! In sparkling editions like the style sketched, with wide sweep of flowers. i FASHION FLOOR 9.

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Years Available:
1907-1977