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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1990
Page
2
The column reflects on early Christmas marketing and the season’s meaning versus commercial spending. It cites store displays from August, debates on recession terminology, and oil industry responses to price scrutiny, noting profits during the Gulf crisis and public skepticism about big business.
State lawmakers face raises from 40 816 to 52 500 for legislators and 85 000 to 120 000 for the governor under Prop 112. Opponents call it an ethics mask while supporters argue caps protect taxpayers. Kern County reps oppose but do not refuse the increase. Voters Revolt urges legislative vote on raises and salary reform.
Paul Harvey reflects on Gene Pul liam, publisher in Arizona, and his grandson a golfer. He notes Dan Quayle’s rise and media scrutiny while Bush and Sununu seek the VP’s counsel during a tense budget fight.
After months on the hustings and a presidency facing tax debates, Vice President Dan Quayle projects quiet confidence in TV interviews and public platforms. The young look that once haunted him has become an asset as he gains influence amid media scrutiny, illness in the president’s circle, travel demands, and coaching.
Letters from the Friends of the Shafter Library invite the community to an April 6 1991 open house marking the 25th year in the current building. The event runs 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a formal presentation and exhibits. Attendees may send memories by letter or cassette and mail to 236 James Street Shafter CA 93263.
Wasco Association for the Developmentally Disabled thanks the Shafter United Methodist Women for a recent donation. The group notes the women’s hard work fundraising and expresses gratitude for ongoing community support from Shafter residents.
The Richland Intermediate School Site Council will meet Thursday December 6 1990 at 7 00 p m in the Richland School District Library. Newly elected members Barbara Mack Viola Regier Cathy Prout Margaret Smith Debbie Allen Mercy Aguilar and Jose Luis Espericueta will attend the first meeting. Parents may attend. The council has equal parent and staff members to recommend a School Base Plan submitted to the School Board for approval and funding.
Readers share moments that spark confidence in progress. Small acts of kindness, community resilience, and scientific breakthroughs show how collective effort can overcome setbacks. Hope grows when people learn, adapt, and work together for healthier, fairer communities.
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