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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1997
Page
4
The Daily Telegraph Editorial Board presents the U S Constitution first amendment text and cites 1 Timothy 5 17 praising elders who labor in word and doctrine The piece underscores freedom of religion speech press and assembly and the role of editors publishers in upholding these rights.
Editorial urges recognizing reading as essential to opportunity. It highlights Literacy Volunteers of Mercer County, led by Eulalia Feet Magann, which graduated 14 tutors to teach adults and high school dropouts to read at no cost. Volunteers meet in churches or libraries. help is available through local libraries and groups in Four Seasons Country.
Satirical poem by Barbara Hawkins reworks the Santa tale to critique political correctness. It depicts Santa facing modern demands, unions, and fears of offense, ending with a universal wish for Peace on Earth as the gift for all people everywhere.
Greg Jordan reflects on a year of local life and vivid moments from 1997. He recalls kids riding in a limo after raising funds, visits by submarine crewmen, school talent shows, and dramatic clippings from a Princeton incident. The piece ends with thoughts on memory and microfilm for future generations.
Letters urge careful holiday toy choices and supervision to prevent injuries. Citing 1996 CPSCs 140000 toy injuries and13 deaths, Laura Rose of the West Virginia Trial Lawyers Association emphasizes warning labels, age-appropriate selection, proper use, and regular toy checks for child safety.
The Heritage Foundation marks 25 years as a liberal Democratic push adapts its ideas for a Clinton White House. From its 1980 mandate for leadership to tax cuts and enterprise zones, Heritage influences policy and staffing, while critics argue its wealth drives influence. The think tank served as a pipeline into the federal bureaucracy, and its proposals helped shape the Contract With America.
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