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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1976
Page
7
The speaker argues the northern California cannery strike is a national local problem as tomatoes and perishables rot in fields. He asserts drought worsens harvests and warns President Ford risks harm to growers, workers, and consumers by delaying Taft-Hartley action.
The 1860s camel program led by General Edward F. Beale proposed a camel corps to reach distant Southwest posts. Porter bought camels in Tunis and the Orient, with 77 animals eventually arriving in Texas and California. Beale moved the herd to Rancho Tejon after auctions, using camels in daily tasks and even learning Syrian to talk with them.
A 35-year-old Kentucky hairdresser who threatened to kill Queen Elizabeth was secretly apprehended near the Champlain New York border on July 6. Secret Service and Interpol involvement described with a mix of agency actions and political fallout.
The commentary argues that calling leaders by respectful titles remains essential. It recalls addressing superiors as sir and criticizes casual nicknames for governors and legislators.
Five years ago July 28, 1971 saw new bleachers at Richland Pool designed to seat spectators for county tournaments. The column notes local events including a July 1 1971 school leadership change and social happenings with weddings and engagements.
A July Fourth outing at the park features sack races and a watermelon contest followed by lengthy patriotic speeches from politicians. The narrator and Luke note lawmakers donated their time for free, praising the perceived selflessness and benevolence of political leaders on the nation’s 200th birthday.
Henry Hirschmann M D of Long Beach writes that California potato farmers face losses as fresh potatoes sell for high prices in stores while production costs average 5 to 5 1/2 cents per pound. He urges consumer awareness, noting the public is being victimized by apparent large markups despite nationwide shortages and farm costs.
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