Anniversary of Hiroshima and Nagasaki Editorial Output
The Aug 6 1945 Enola Gay mission and Aug 9 Nagasaki attack ended WWII, sparking debate over the bomb’s morality. The piece argues Truman had no alternative, cites civilian casualties, and reflects on guilt among Americans and pacifist groups. It cites Bataan Death March and calls for national conscience cleansing.
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Paul W. Tibbets, Jr
Enola Gay
Tinian Island
Pacific
Hiroshima
Nagasaki
Japan
Bataan
Hiroshima and Nagasaki
Harry Truman
God
Readers praise Shafter Press coverage of public works
Opal D Boles writes fondly of The Shafter Press public works articles and cites praise for John Guinn Oscar Moss Sandy Armstrong and photographer Inquiring. She notes extended family ties in Shafter including Chester Moss Leon Whygle and their relatives.
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Shafter Press
Public Works Department
John Guinn
Oscar Moss
Sandy Armstrong
Shafter
Chester Moss
Leon Whygle
The Yellow Rose Folklore and Ancient Remedies
A curious column blends legends of the yellow rose as a symbol of infidelity with notes on rose based love potions and ancient remedies. It cites Mohammedan lore about Aisha and roses turning crimson to saffron yellow, then shifts to German love potions, Roman wine lore, rose hips vitamin C guidance, medieval dew for beauty, and an old eye remedy using rose leaves and alum. It ends with a caution to consult a physician before trying ancient concoctions.
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Texas
Mohammed
Aisha
Gabriele
Archangel Gabriele
Medina
Chicago goes to the polls as race divides city
The piece details Chicago’s 1983 election climate as Harold Washington, a black candidate, faces white backlash. A large rally accuses him of neglecting white neighborhoods amid a growing black white confrontation. Claims include unfair promotions, a sale of a city garage, and Navy Pier favoritism.
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Harold Washington
Chicago
Navy Pier
Washington
Sacramento Mansion Saga Turns Political Comedy
A satirical look at California governance and mansion intrigue in Sacramento. The piece tracks multiple governor residences from R.R. to Duke, with land donations, lawsuits, and a contest for a new mansion design. It ends by urging readers to follow the ongoing political drama next election.
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Sacramento
America
R.R
Capitol
Roy Brown
Senate
Finance
al the Alquist
American River
Long Beach
Duke
Alquist
al Moment
Terry Goggin
R.R. American River
Dallas
Knots Landing
General Hospital
Dynasty
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Germany
Opal D. Boles
Levi Pagsuber
Kern County
Paul Harvey News
Commentary By
Paul Harvey
Atlanta
Gary
Detroit
Jean Mayer
Os Aageles Times Syndicate
Richardson Report
Senator H. L. Richardson
Bob Moore
Josse Espericueta
Kevin Holliman
Clay
Armando Gutierrez
Jack Dauphin
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