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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1998
Page
4
The piece presents the newspapers political stance and quotes a Bible verse. It states the editorial board’s consensus and lists Steve Smith as publisher and Thomas A Colley as executive editor. The daily Bible quote emphasizes trust in divine protection at night.
The piece reflects on Bill Clinton's shift from a confident, inspirational leader to a contrite figure after the grand jury appearance. It argues polls now drive momentum, criticizes his apologetic stance, and notes Starr's ongoing investigation. The author urges a humble appeal to regain voter trust to sustain his presidency.
Bill Archer recounts a long pursuit of the Pocahontas No 3 drainage tunnel outlet, a project brewing since 1987. After years of searching across Jenkinjones and surrounding areas, a single Wednesday morning yielded the decisive photograph for the McDowell County Adventures feature.
Letters to the editor in Monroe County oppose routing high traffic through Monroe on Route 219 and urge use of interstates. WV Division of Highways briefing outlines a planned International Trade Corridor from I-64 to US 460 with a 250 foot right of way for a four lane highway. Public meetings begin September 1998 with workshops September 14 and a schedule through 2000 for design and construction. Local residents fear safety and economic impacts, urging preservation of the existing route and opposition to the corridor.
A writer recalls Bluefield where 26 years of residence prior to 1978 shaped memories. The town shows new businesses and roads, while residential areas keep small town charm. The piece praises schools medical facilities and growing arts interest. Hats off to the area.
A letter from Elk Bete Chapel Webster Springs requests donations from individuals, businesses, and churches to fund a new church. The existing structure, erected in 1982 from reused materials as a temporary building, now needs replacement. An adjoining lot has been purchased to continue services in the interim, with any surplus used to further the gospel.
West Virginia newspapers publish editorials reacting to President Clinton’s nationwide address on his relationship with Monica Lewinsky. Opinions range from calls for accountability to defense of the presidency.
The piece criticizes Bill Clinton for lying and stonewalling about Monica Lewinsky, arguing his credibility is ruined and urging straightforward testimony. It notes Special Prosecutor Starr’s investigation, the president’s January denial, and suggests polling will dictate Clinton’s fate while calling for a timely, honest conclusion.
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