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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 2011
Page
4
A contributor recalls a father in the Navy and as a policeman, the Vietnam era backlash, and current respect for service. The piece links personal history in Coalinga to Shafter's Hall of Fame events, honoring veterans, youth, and community leaders, with gratitude for sacrifices and ongoing civic responsibility.
Shafter resident Doug Thompson reports his bicycle stolen around October 9, 2011 and recovered by Shafter Police Department on October 27, 2011. He thanks Officer L Pena and notes registering bikes with the National Bike Registry for future recovery.
The third Shafter High Athletic Hall of Fame dinner and ceremony celebrated notable alumni at the Veteran's Hall. The piece praises city support, open public use of the hall, and ongoing community pride in Shafter High since 1929. It highlights inductees and longtime supporters who helped sustain the event over four years.
Margaret Baker recalls early days at the Shafter Press with mishaps and forgiveness. She apologizes for misnaming Melissa Hill, recounts losing a week's Wasco Tribune transfer on floppy disks, Roy Patrick’s support, and a nerve wracking debut with photos at a primary school. The essay thanks Shafter readers for their patience.
A state report says there are plausible alternatives to 220 mph trains for using bond money on California's high speed rail. The plan could delay next phases, link new Central Valley tracks with BNSF and Amtrak, and aim for speeds up to 125 mph, funded mainly by federal dollars rather than state bonds.
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