John Shaffer
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"John Wilson Shaffer" was an American political leader. Born in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, Shaffer was active in Republican poliitics in Illinois and served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He was appointed governor of the territory of Utah by President Ulysses S. Grant. He was known for his strict opposition of any hint of rebellion against the federal government, which led to concerns with the Mormon population. He died suddenly during his first year as governor.

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We're trying to avoid that again and by doing that we're trying to reduce the food source. As far as shuttle program is concerned, it's unacceptable if there's another chance of an accident.

We are required to have an inspection done once a year by the government to determine that we have not done anything to hurt this natural resource. And we want to continue to make sure we maintain the integrity of this property, doing nothing that can damage it.

We have direct ties to the airport. Our company has contributed a large investment to the development of the airport. And we don?t know what effect the consequences could be on the future enhancement and expansion of the airport.

Most of Virginia did well until August. Then, the hurricane, a wet fall and lackluster foliage, and visitation dropped.

If we have a normal season, the visitation will be there. But we know that our marketing efforts and the attractiveness of our destinations cannot turn around a major event like [Hurricane] Katrina.

As far as the shuttle program is concerned, it's unacceptable if there's another chance of an accident.