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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1996
Page
4
A writer defends bachelorhood over 15 years of single life, praising independence and friendships while wryly noting social baggage. He riffs on Webster's definitions of bachelor and baggage, contrasts single life with married peers, mentions occasional gifts for friends' kids, and ends with a sly jab at the idea that baggage equals a woman.
A reflective piece questions public moral fiber ahead of the November election. It references Bill Clinton, quotes pastors and writer Bill Hybel, and honors Darrell Janzen for living with character through steady effort and community contribution.
By Herb Peters examines the debate whether Paul shaped Christian doctrine beyond Jesus and the original apostles. It cites Paul’s own foundations see Acts and Corinthians as authoritative, arguing distortions are unlikely given his role as steward and builder, while acknowledging ongoing controversy.
In a reflection by Fred Davis, two years after Republicans unified behind a Contract With America they passed many changes, but doubt arose as Senate compromises and Clinton vetoes watered the effort. The piece urges Bob Dole to stress party differences and curb federal growth, highlighting tax cuts and state power.
The Shafter 4 H club installs president Melissa Bergen vice president Desiree Reyna secretary historian Sarah Bergen and treasurer Alice Grainger for the 1996 97 year. A cake walk at the Richland PTA Carnival on Oct 17 kicks off activities with sign ups on Oct 24 and at the Oct meeting.
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