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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1977
Page
7
The City of Shafter considers taking over the Shafter Veterans Memorial Hall from Kern County using 175000 in Community Development funds to expand the hall and create a community center. Two plans proposed include shared operating costs and transfer of adjacent park land while maintaining county priorities for air conditioning and painting.
A sermon explores anxiety as a common modern burden and presents faith in God as a pathway to courage. It cites Jesus in Gethsemane and Isaiah to urge confessing fears, aligning purpose with God, and trusting divine strength to face uncertain futures without fear.
U S space scientists propose a solar electric satellite system to beam energy to Earth, potentially powering the nation after years of research and millions in costs. The piece weaves this with Carter era politics, Wright, petitions to Congress, and a long strip of associated anecdotes.
Paul Harvey notes New York City blackout violence with thousands arrested, hundreds of officers injured, and 900 fires. He labels looting as animals, questions government role, and ponders how to reverse the trend without wrecking cities. He cites media reaction and public fear.
A detailed look at how IRS Service Centers process tax returns from mail opening to computer checks. Examiners flag errors such as missing forms, incorrect credits, and mismatched W-2s. Computers correct simple math, while complex errors require technicians, delaying refunds. Taxpayers can reduce delays by reviewing returns before mailing.
The text contrasts fighting or embracing pain as human and unavoidable. It urges recognizing feelings, then choosing obedience to Jesus, letting God empower and flood the heart with peace beyond understanding.
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