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Newspaper

Shafter Press

Location

Shafter, California, United States of America

Date

Jul 16, 1997

Page

4

Stock car project nears completion at Mesa Marin Raceway

The writer notes Centennial High School students building a stock car under Marion Collins at Mesa Marin Raceway. Judy Salamada facilitates access to the pit area as the crew readies for a late season run at the fast half mile track. The author has renewed interest in auto racing, recalling past visits and recent track improvements.

Brian Neufeld Brian Mesa Marin Raceway Marion Collins Judy Salamada Mesa Mississippi

Small business key to California recovery challenged by tax plan

An editorial argues California's post recession rebound hinges on small business. It condemns a proposed 22 percent unemployment insurance tax hike, claiming it would cost over $1 billion annually, bankrupt the UI fund, and force closures or layoffs while harming welfare-to-work efforts. Assemblyman Poochigian signs the piece.

California Mace Tan Enliiien Coliteanis Genesee Aeeneeaes Poochigian

Race Track Portrait With Cars and Family Ties

Patrick notes the track condition as great while his nephew and assistants inspect cars ranging from 35 000 to 50 000 dollars in value. Frank Adamo, third in points, qualified top for the 100 lap race but suffered engine trouble, likely costing him victory on a half mile track. Charlie Atts placed third as Frank fell back, and Felix Adamo and family ties surface with past Reed Print links as discussions turn to finding a driver.

Frank Adamo Frank Felix Adamo Felix Reed Print, Inc Charlie Atts Pit Christy Mesa Los Angeles Charlie

Is There Anything Worth Killing For

The piece asks whether any motive justifies murder, citing cases from money to jealousy and religious zeal. It argues that true religion is shown by willingness to die for the gospel, contrasting false bloodshed with the example of Jesus and Cain and Abel, and ends by urging readers that loving Jesus answers the question.

Eric Lyle Menendez Dr. Simpson Nicole Simpson Ronald Goldman Jesus John Cain Abel God

Feinstein Defies Base Closings Bid Amid Welfare Claims

The Senate voted by 2-1 to halt further surplus base closings for years, despite Defense Dept objections. The piece attacks Feinstein and Boxer for pork barrel politics, arguing funds should modernize forces and retrain workers rather than keep aging bases open for political gain.

Diane Feinstein Defense Department Senate Sen. Feinstein Npe Feinstein California Barbara Boxer American Congress Tom Daschle D-S.d Department

Elk Hills Auction Faces Legal Hurdle and Wildlife Rules

Kern County grapples with Elk Hills Naval Petroleum Reserve No. 1 sale of up to 3 billion as California court limits incidental take permits. A looming state fix is needed to preserve endangered species mitigation overseen by federal and state agencies before bids due in two months.

Kern County Elk Hills Naval Petroleum Reserve No. 1 California San Francisco Court of Appeals State Department of Fish & Game Elk Hills U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service California Department of Fish & Game

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