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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1984
Page
4
Paul Harvey reports on suicide crisis among teens and adults, noting high self harm rates and signs such as boredom, neglect, and hopelessness. He cites letters describing loneliness, hostile family dynamics, and pressure, and highlights diet and mood as possible factors in recovery steps.
A California reader notes rising pesticide residues in CA grown produce and cites NRDC tests showing 19 pesticides in 71 samples, including DDT and DDE. The piece argues for stronger testing, safer alternatives, a moratorium on carcinogenic pesticides, and faster EPA action while urging public engagement.
In Shafter, Kern County Fire Department documented five fires last week with two vehicle blazes and a trash-container fire of unknown origin. The fires followed a dramatic July 31 Jacobsen shed blaze near Walker Street, caused by children with matches amid a hot dry season. City employees were praised for their cooperative spirit and dedication to services, underscoring the community’s resilience and need for vigilance around flammable areas.
A colorful political tale shows Senator John Doolittle backing a bill to designate square dancing as the state dance while liberals block related measures. The piece contrasts party rancor with Doolittle’s stance as he later supports Kenitone gemstone designation bill, prompting further parliamentary ruckus.
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