Editorial Board declares religious freedom and press rights central
The Daily Telegraph Editorial Board asserts core freedoms in a constitutional frame. Executive editor Thomas A. Colley signs the piece with a biblical benediction quoting John 14 27 about peace.
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Editorial on constitutionality of Clinton line-item veto
The piece argues the line-item veto is unconstitutional, as the president should not cancel individual provisions in tax and spending bills. It notes Clinton used the veto to strike three small provisions and expects Supreme Court review in October. It emphasizes congressional scrutiny, potential override, and the broader constitutional issue.
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Mid-August morning and God’s magnificent work
Bill Archer, Virginia Desk Editor, reflects on a mid August morning’s quiet beauty and the hopeful power of perseverance. He recalls childhood haying memories, the loneliness of hard work, and how medicine, helping others, and faith keep him hopeful amid a troubled world.
Weekend dog show spending spree cited in letter
A readers letter argues that participants at a three day dog show circuit will pour large sums into accommodations food shopping and sightseeing, detailing the extensive weekend expenditure by enthusiasts and attendees.
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Dog shows deserve broader media coverage and support
Enthusiasts urge media attention for dog shows echoing the horse show interest. The writer highlights large turnouts, economic impact on Charleston and Beckley, and the community value of kennels clubs, education, and humane outreach while criticizing limited coverage and urging broader sporting diversity.
Peace process stalls amid deep Israeli Palestinian enmity
A long standing feud fuels militant Hamas cells and looming terror as the stalled peace process compounds distrust. The piece cites Yasser Arafat's arrests after bus bombings, roots of anger in land and tree destruction, and a West Bank land dispute fueling a Tel Aviv cafe bombing, with remarks by Jack Anderson and Jan Moller.
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Senate feud over Weld nomination exposes party rift
Senate moderates led by Richard Lugar threaten to invoke hearings on William Weld's ambassador nomination and to scrutinize tobacco legislation to pressure Helms. Helms blocks Weld, citing drug stance, while Weld and Lugar trade barbs in a broader fight over GOP direction and Senate procedures.
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