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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1976
Page
5
The column rails against commercialized bicentennial gear from flags on ties to cups and visors sold nationwide. It laments trinkets marketed as patriotic mementos often made abroad, contrasting with a free community Fourth of July celebration in Shafter featuring donations, music, speeches, and inclusive enjoyment.
The piece argues mood among the silent majority shifts on sex scandals in Congress and notes similar moralframes in private sector. It cites examples of lawmakers escorting lovers abroad and in car romances, while praising some leaders but warning conflicts of interest in Teamsters ties.
Paul Harvey notes eight states push for a balanced federal budget via constitutional convention or congressional action. He cites Mississippi Representative David Holbrook and concern over debt. compares national deficits to New York City and warns of unintended civil rights risks if a convention is opened.
A selection from Shafter Press files notes student awards and marriages alongside civic updates. Highlights include Philip Sliter’s selection for a National Science Foundation program, Kathleen Kattenhorn’s marriage at First Baptist Church, and the water tower’s removal with plans to reassemble. Also mentioned are Fourth of July barbecue turnout, water project funding votes, military training completions, bridal shower for Beverly Gloeckler, and local public golf course plans.
The piece argues pollution control is regional and costly EPA rules hinder area wide solutions. It warns against disallowing quantity discounts for high volume emitters, raising fees for firms that would otherwise build shared facilities. It urges fair shared funding for community wide treatment as most economical long term.
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