Thanksgiving reflections from The Shafter Press
The piece muses on Thanksgiving as a time for family reunions, travel, and appreciation for freedoms and hard work. It notes seasonal decor, Christmas anticipation, and the role of democracy and elections in reminding citizens who is in charge, closing with holiday wishes.
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Shafter Press
East Lerdo Highway
Shafter
California
Reed Print, Inc
Aldrin Ct
Bakersfield
Patrick's Profiles. Thanksgiving reflections on retail rush
Roy Patrick writes about the holiday season and his past stint in a Bakersfield Sage Department Store jewelry section. He recalls hectic Thanksgiving crowds, half price merchandise tug of war, and the demanding public. He plans turkey, football, and a nod to overworked sales staff.
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Columbus Avenue
Bakersfield
Sage Department Store
Fresno
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Letter to editor complains of political mail and privacy
A Shafter resident defends the city council against a political letter. The writer denounces the mailing as a breach of privacy and accuses the letter of partisan manipulation while defending the council’s stance and condemning the sender for disrespect. The exchange highlights concerns over political advocacy and personal rights.
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Fran
Shafter
Pastors Call for Family-Centered Change in Shafter
Pastor Dean Long urges repair of American homes to curb crime and unrest. He argues prisons and schools fail less than troubled families, urging regular church attendance and personal faith as the path to lasting reform. He shares a door knocking encounter and contrasts Catholic and Protestant church membership attitudes.
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Shafter
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Dad
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America
Jesus
Homespun Thanksgiving Reflections From Local Columnist
The writer returns from surgery to share gratitude for family friends and the home in Shafter. He reflects on faith, trusting God, peace beyond worldly rights, and the comfort of prayer, hoping to discuss more about his faith journey and answered prayers in future columns.
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Shafter
Judy
Corrections Officer Academy
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