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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1983
Page
4
The Kiwanis Club is praised for uniting the community on Halloween night with diverse participation. It highlights a poster contest for primary students and notes clubs as assets capable of addressing local and broader issues, urging more clubs to share timely messages and support underheard groups like children and seniors.
A letter to the editor questions the ban on the Shafter cannon citing loudness. The writer notes the cannon is fired about six times at varsity home games and asks if six evenings per year is too many, opposing the ban for Wasco and playoff games but not next season.
A letter column questions loud game-day noise and cannon blasts at Richland Junior High events. Parents praise conference turnout and student effort, while Beverly K Thornton criticizes a school board for limiting time to discuss children’s needs and thanks teachers for listening.
The writer, a long time AFTRA member, argues unions overstep by pushing political favors. He cites AFTRA AGVA and Newspaper Guild actions, noting declining union power, voter defiance, and fears of media bias from union guidance. He calls for balanced representation and respect for readers and diverse views.
A reader recounts a dreamlike encounter with a coiled rattlesnake in a state park. A ranger cites Fish and Game rules prohibiting killing unless there is immediate threat, highlighting protections for non threatened wildlife. The tale criticizes regulations, urging cautious action only if the snake menaces people or pets, and notes witnesses if one kills.
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