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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1977
Page
7
A local two car collision drew a crowd of over 50 as officers worked for an hour to aid victims. Congestion and unsafe pedestrian behavior risked drivers and bystanders, while some onlookers crossed against signals and a shoeless boy skated through glass strewn streets. Call authorities and EMS rather than gawking.
The piece urges extra effort to share happiness during holidays and to help those facing personal burdens. It notes many people drift from the holiday spirit and suggests giving advice or aid as a meaningful gift that could improve lives.
A letter from Linnie Cherry urges the Richland School officials to accept accountability for poor test results and focus on fundamentals over extras. She argues teachers are frustrated, calls for reduced blame on parents and minorities, and praises communal support while sharing personal gratitude for community goodwill and her garden project.
Alabama Governor George Wallace faces term limits for governor in 1978 and may run for U S Senate. Wallace registers as a Senate candidate with the FEC and has received over 15000 in unsolicited contributions while his presidential committee has raised over 38000. funds cannot be transferred and readers learn of ongoing campaign finance matters.
Article highlights Stan Barber's Arkansas dual fuel system using separate alcohol and gasoline tanks. Alcohol can be produced from waste and burns cooler with less wear, offering similar MPG and acceleration. Conversion costs around three hundred dollars, with forklifts first adopting the tech for indoor use and bulk alcohol supply.
The article praises Psalms 146 to 150 emphasizing praise to God as central to Christmas. It lauds the Arvin High School Band and director Mr. Shires for their uplifting program last Saturday and urges readers to fill the season with praise and Merry Christmas.
The migration of 350 000 Okies to California in the 1930s shaped American history. It spanned families from Oklahoma Texas Arkansas and beyond, with diverse workers and communities seeking opportunity. World War II reshaped poverty ditchbanks and led Okies to roles in government and professions, reshaping state and local society.
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