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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1978
Page
5
The column notes that editorial and political opinions vary across the page with the exception of the directly adjacent column, and that those opinion pieces do not necessarily reflect the newspaper's official stance.
A historical note ties rent penalties to the Mosay Law, citing that any excess charged above the legal maximum must be restored to the rightful recipient plus an additional one fifth. The passage references biblical wording from Leviticus 6:5 about restitution and penalty.
The Tax Foundation notes 1978 saw more state tax cuts than increases, with net reductions of about 2.3 billion dollars, bypassing California’s Prop 13. The piece warns that voters demand cuts without slashing essential services, urging officials to avoid eroding fire police and highways. It also questions DC statehood and voting power, suggesting residents could move to nearby states to vote federally.
A five year NAS team reports on the 1973 Comprehensive Employment and Training Act finding CETA improved over prior programs but questioned for value. They note many trainees lacked basic schooling and skills, employers and unions were ignored, and evaluation systems were weak. Data from 1976 77 show less than a third found work. They warn against political use and urge counterproductive effect study.
George F. Will lauds William Steiger of Wisconsin for shaping tax reform and military pay proposals, praising his energy, dedication, and joy in politics. The piece notes Steiger’s early start, leadership on Ways and Means, and the tragic abrupt end at age 40, with reflections on his influence and legacy.
Washington column notes corporate backlash against federal waste and regulation while examining a GAO study on FBI bank robbery jurisdiction. It recalls 1930s gangsters and asks how reforms affect a long standing authority as modern robberies shift to less organized, interstate crime.
A GAO study finds most bank robberies stay local with few multi state crimes. FBI funding for bank robbery work faces cuts while industry groups push to protect specialized investigations. A Capitol Hill lobbying clash yields a modest 10 percent reduction for 1979. The piece ends with a broad critique of government program spending and lobby influence.
Senator Soaper jokes about new Japanese cars being compact and inflating tires with the mouth. The piece also notes critical Chinese posters of Chairman Mao with preprinted mustaches, reflecting satirical political commentary.
Washington column analyzes Civil Service Commission scrutiny of Esther Peterson head of the Consumer Affairs Office over a consultant deputy, and Rod Leonard’s disputed authority. It notes technical violations, governance concerns, and a broader drift toward cleaning up civil service. The piece recalls related NJ medical board cases, including Dr Sinderbrand and Dr Ittleman, highlighting enforcement tensions and ongoing court actions.
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