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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1997
Page
4
This weekly column explores bachelor life and its social stigma. The author defends bachelorhood after quoting Webster on bachelor definitions, notes the “third wheel” dynamic, and affirms a chosen solo lifestyle despite society’s views. He expresses affection for friends and hobbies, and compares nieces and nephews to grandkids, enjoying independence and occasional gifts.
Assemblyman Robert Prenter proposes changes to AB 1492 to ease smog repair costs for the middle class and poor, grant waivers when repairs exceed 450, and exempt new and classic cars from tests. He argues Bay Area emissions hit Central Valley cities like Fresno Bakersfield Stockton, tripling test standards and harming workers. He notes Democratic party lines blocked previous reform efforts and calls for broad Assembly support.
The piece reflects on children’s lively honesty and cultural quirks, citing Art Linkletter and playful one liners. It contrasts adult life with a different world, notes marriage differences, and ends with a sharp jab at baggage as defined by Mr Webster.
This piece defines a cult as any false religion and argues that labeling all religions as cults leads to fallacies. It cites Cain and Abel, Heaven's Gate, and historic movements of separation of church and state as contrasts to irrational fear. It claims true religion rests on God's provision for sin, not human effort.
The Supreme Court allows Paula Jones's sexual harassment suit to proceed against President Clinton, ending his bid for immunity. The Arkansas case will be heard by Judge Susan Webber Wright, who has ruled for Clinton before. Key witnesses are Paula Jones, Lt. Gov. Ferguson, and two coworkers noting Jones’s distress. Outcomes hinge on credibility and possible out-of-court settlement. political impact appears limited for Clinton.
A reader argues for strict enforcement of truancy laws, praising involved parenting and school probation officers, recounting personal battles to keep a son in school, and urging parents to reset priorities, seek rehab, and support their children's education to prevent future crime or social costs.
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