Bakersfield row highlights McDermott trip controversy
Patrick's Profiles discusses Bakersfield Councilman Kevin McDermott's trip to Japan funded by taxpayers with his wife, triggering criticism from Mayor Bob Price, the Kern County Grand Jury, and readers anxious about sister city programs and travel ethics. The piece quotes council minutes from March 23, 1994, noting a transfer of $10,000 to fund the mayor's budget and questions the purpose and value of such overseas visits.
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Thanksgiving reflection from The Shafter Press
A Thanksgiving meditation notes family gatherings travel and seasonal change, praising gratitude and hard work in 1995, while warning that some officials overlook ordinary people. The piece ends with a cheerful holiday wish from The Shafter Press and a reminder to appreciate blessings.
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Will Rabin death bring peace or faith in Jesus
By Herb Peters, the piece argues Rabin was a security figure who pursued peace with determined defense. It weighs whether his assassination will steer Israel toward peace or a hardline response, suggesting true peace requires belief in Jesus alongside biblical prophecies.
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Political Viewpoint By Fred Davis About Powell Advice
Fred Davis critiques the Religious Right and their five leaders who judge Colin Powell on abortion gun control and affirmative action. He mocks their military credibility and political motives while noting most Americans disagree with them and Powell. The piece ends by calling them out for enthroning the “Four Star Draft-Dodging Commander-in-Chief” and marching to a different drum.
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Big Five
Time Magazine
Overpass Needed for Shafter Says Delores A. Fuller
Delores A. Fuller of Shafter urges Santa Fe to build an Overpass for the town of Shafter, arguing improved traffic flow and safety for residents.
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Shafter
Delores A. Fuller Shafter
Wasco crowd boos as Shafter High wins 6-0
Gloria Ybarra voices disappointment at the Wasco crowd and the Shafter High School Band halftime show disruption. She laments the lack of pictorial coverage of Shafter Generals 6-0 victory and urges better sportsmanship and journalism.
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Shafter Press
Shafter High School
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Tiger
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