We witness history as Iraq gains sovereignty
Guest editorial lauds June 28 transfer of sovereignty in Iraq two days early, crediting coalition forces, Iraqi leaders, and the UN endorsed interim government. Calls for continued support for Prime Minister Iyad Allawi and ongoing battle against terrorism, while noting ongoing violence and the path toward a free, sovereign nation.
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Iraq
Coalition of Nations
America
UN Security Council
Saddam Hussein
Iyad Allawi
Saddam
Opinion Stress Management in the 21st Century
The piece argues that despite greater prosperity and more comforts, modern life brings intensified stress. It notes an increased emphasis on coping with mental strain as the century progresses, highlighting the challenge of balancing opportunity with personal resilience.
Trust in the Lord for stress relief and peace
A Christian stress lesson uses a glass of water to show burden endurance, urging to rest burdens at times and entrust problems to God. Scriptural guidance from Psalms and 1 Peter emphasizes trusting, committing, and patiently awaiting God, with prayerful support from a hospital visit and a personal note about faith and joy in service.
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Peter
Verna
Pasadena
David
Dear
War and justice in scripture by Rex M. Rogers
The author argues that while murder is forbidden, government wields the sword to punish wrongdoers and war can be necessary for justice. He cautions against glorifying war but accepts its sometimes unavoidable role in maintaining peace under divine sovereignty. He notes the ongoing duty to guard against aggression and reflects on war’s place in a sin‑tainted world.
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Rex M. Rogers
Israel
Que Pasa and Sequoia School Growth in Shafter
Que Pasa reports rapid Shafter growth with new Sequoia School projected to host 600 to 700 students once built. Groundbreaking occurred May 25, highlighting student speakers from Redwood Elementary and parental support amid calls for inclusive, proactive violence prevention and community programs.
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Shafter
Sequoia
Redwood Elementary
Sequoia School
Developmental Psychology
Reed Brothers publish and edit locally
Frank W. Reed and Donald L. Reed operate a small newspaper with Margaret Baker as news editor and Diane Givens handling bookkeeping. The office communicates via P.O. Box 1600 and phone lines 661 746 4942 1 399 5925.
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Shafter Press
East Lerdo Highway
Shafter
California
Reed Print, Inc
Aldrin Ct
Bakersfield
P.O
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Reed Print Inc
Frank W. Reed Donald L. Reed
Margaret Baker
Diane Givens
Lerdo Highway
P.O. Box
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