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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1999
Page
4
A critical note on public officials and persistent corruption. The piece laments repeated political patronage, ignored procedures, and taxpayer loss, citing Kern County examples and the pattern of evasive consequences for officials. It urges citizen action to curb the “good old boy” mentality.
The writer praises Michael York's portrayal of the antichrist in the film The Omega Code while criticizing its treatment of the false prophet. They discuss biblical symbolism, prophecies from Daniel and Revelation, Kabbalah claims, and Paul’s advice to Timothy, concluding with a cautious endorsement of the movie overall.
A rambling reminiscence centers on a man named Roy recovering well from surgery and boasting about his blood. Eugene, his northern visitor and retired firefighter, weighs in from San Jose hills. The piece then pivots to a heated jab at Rosie, accusing her show of hypocrisy, fragility, and censorship, with a hostile call for her to reform.
Community leaders warn the Rite Aid store on Shafter's main street may not be built amid corporate financial woes. The vacant boarded buildings harm the area, and officials say they are negotiating with Rite Aid to fix the site while urging residents to call John Manager at 746-2065 for updates.
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