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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1990
Page
2
A Los Angeles Times poll finds 42 percent of adults consider themselves overweight while only 30 percent are happy with their looks. The author reflects on how time speeds by and holiday indulgence complicates dieting.
Voters face a lengthy ballot with many propositions, including bond acts. Experts warn complexity may drive abstention, while the Shafter Press urges readers to participate, read measures and candidates. The piece argues reforms require broad civic engagement to hold lawmakers accountable.
A Richland coach corrections a misquote about the October tenth game against E Tejon. The coach affirms Richland Junior High maintains a strong volleyball program and the girls consistently perform well.
Debbie Allen criticizes Paula O Lambs letter claiming abortion decision making can be easy and urges parents to retain influence. The writer warns against removing parental responsibility and condemns legalization that would bypass parental input, stressing family values and accountability.
The piece critiques a culture obsessed with thinness rooted in the 1960s and popularized by media and dieting brands. It contrasts the era's push for personal freedom with a persistent ideal of Twiggy-like slimness, urging readers to embrace roundness and authenticity.
A private pilot named Roy flying a Cessna 172 left Newark Ohio for Raleigh Durham NC. He encountered a large ice cloud 50 miles from Charleston and quickly lost 3000 feet. In the Yeager Airport tower an off duty airline pilot helped by guiding him through the emergency.
At 11 20 a.m. Pil Roy in a plane fought for survival as Joe Cook in the control tower guided him for 1 hour 40 minutes. Through loss of altitude and dangerous maneuvers the radioed instruction kept Roy on course until Yeager Airport. Federal officials will question how the crash risk began and Roy credited Joe with saving his life.
A public school discussion weighs the case against and for standardized tests. Critics argue tests are biased and misrepresent learning while supporters say tests reveal fundamental skills and reasoning. the piece notes alternatives like performance based assessments and argues for a balanced approach to evaluate student achievement.
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