Earthquake Preparedness Month Advises City Readiness
An article recounts personal reflections on evacuation plans near Shafter and promotes April Earthquake Preparedness Month. It cites Governor's Office of Emergency Services tips, urging families to create plans, identify safe spots, drill regularly, learn first aid, secure furniture, stock supplies, and follow safety steps before during and after quakes.
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Rio Bravo
Shafter
Arvin
Midwest
South
Governor’s Office of Emergency Services
Red Cross
Rookie of the Year Ronnie Bull Leaves NFL for Safer Life
Ronnie Bull, Baylor alumnus and Chicago Bears running back, quit after four seasons citing hazards of the sport. The piece widens to NFL mortality trends, noting early deaths among stars like Layne and Van Brocklin, and reports life expectancy now around 55 with high disability risk from hits, steroids, and injuries.
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Ronnie Bull
Baylor University
Chicago
Bears
Ronnie
Connie
Bill Utterback
Hall of
Catholic Leaders Oppose California Humane and Dignified Death Act
Spokespersons for Catholic bishops and Catholic hospitals denounce the April 7 Sacramento push to legalize euthanasia. The Califor nia Catholic Conference executive director Rev William J Wood S J and Gayle Ensign of Catholic hospitals warn of a dangerous slippery slope and urge focus on pain control and patient safeguards. Four bishops and major Catholic bodies in California reject the measure amid broader medical opposition.
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Sacramento
Catholic Bishops
William J. Wood
S.J
California Catholic Conference
Prers Ensign
Theospitals
California
National Hemlock Society
Americans Against
Ensign
John S. Cummins
Oakland
Leo T
PTA Thanks Helpers For Busy Fundraisers This Year
Dear Editor the PTA expresses gratitude for the support given during fundraisers. The writer notes heavy activity this year and credits many volunteers for helping reach and surpass the budget. Appreciation is extended to all who aided the sponsor Kroeker and the PTA organizers.
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PTA
Letters to the Editor From Shafter Readers
Shafter residents are invited to send letters and comments to the editor at P O Box A, Shafter 93263, detailing local views, concerns, and community happenings for publication.
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Shafter
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