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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1961
Page
2
Seven Amish families near Canton Ohio plan to relocate to Canada after buying farms. AP notes they seek religious liberty and oppose compulsory social security and modern welfare state constraints in the United States.
A long quarrel centers on outlawing brand names in prescriptions to force generic use. Critics warn it would curb innovation by pharma firms and reduce incentive for new medicines, while the FDA notes many branded drugs face enforcement actions, arguing the current system benefits public health.
A compilation of quotes from L. W. Moore of American Oil Company endorsing faith in continued growth and consumer support for the petroleum industry. Separate editorial notes urge postal rate hikes to cover a $900 million deficit, arguing parcel post should bear its share and warning against overburdening essential mail.
Four veteran Southern California Gas Co. workers in Kern division were honored at a dinner at Stockdale Country Club hosted by A. B. Newby F. F. McQuilliams H. C Traddon and others. L. D. Cook and B. J. Thomas of Taft led with over 40 years of service each. Sixty five division members attended. guest speaker Les Richter highlighted sports industry ties to competition.
President Arthur H Motley plans a waterways project claimed to benefit a small area only, proposing sewers sidewalks or downtown blight clearance while avoiding broad local responsibility. The proposal sparks debate over scope and accountability and whether regional gains justify limited regional impact.
F. F. McQuilliams receives a commemorative watch from Senior Vice President R. R. Blackburn for 30 years with Southern California Gas Co. H. C. Trogdon also receives a watch as fellow honoree. The awards were presented at a Stockdale Country Club dinner hosted by Division Manager A. B. Newby.
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