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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1980
Page
7
The article recalls Pat from Bakersfield who grew up in a good family and faced jealousy of his athletic brother. He rebelled, was expelled three months before graduation, turned to drugs, and spent time in jail. After praying for release, his parents bailed him out but he relapsed, leading to another arrest and time at the State The.
Joyce Raines, 32, of 1104 East Panama Lane Bakersfield, pled guilty in West Kern Municipal Court to welfare fraud. Judge James G. Bowles sentenced her to three years probation, ordered $1,000 restitution, and 60 hours community service. Prosecutors say she failed to report employment and earnings, causing a $2,056 overpayment. $1,391 has been recovered.
Letters to Ann Landers reveal a surge of public interest in liver disease awareness. The Liver Foundation reports thousands of inquiries about hepatitis and cirrhosis, dispelling myths about drinking and disease, while readers credit the column with raising knowledge and funds. The column also promotes literature from the Ives Foundation on liver diseases and a booklet on marriage expectations.
Delores Hambaroff says she learned automotive parts and shop tasks at Western Auto, turning fear into capability. She notes mixed opinions from customers about women in auto parts, but she stays busy balancing work and family in Shafter. Her display includes photos of her Hambaroff children and extended family behind the register.
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