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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1971
Page
4
A biblical verse contrasts nations opposing Ariel with a dream like vision. A James Allen reflection warns that personal life is built on the ideal one enthrones in the heart.
The Senate confirms Lewis Powell Jr and William Rehnquist joining Chief Justice Burger and Blackmun to form Nixon era bloc. Nixon calls for integrity and intellect to advance conservatism in interpreting the law while critics warn of activist conservatism and court-packing debates.
The Vietnam War shows a reduced American role with fewer troops and reporters. U S advisors drop from 140 toward 100, over 200 facilities handed to South Vietnam, and press access tightens with new introductions and ground rules. Censorship edges in as military info offices close.
A discussion on the United States dollar's decline due to high wages and limited productivity. It argues that rising productivity and efficient use of labor-saving devices are needed to restore competitiveness in global markets, citing widespread foreign-made goods as evidence.
A right to work group in Washington sues to remove tax exemptions from labor unions that use member dues for political campaigns. The complaint cites union shop coercion in California and argues that tax-exempt funds finance campaigns, violating equal protection and free speech. The case will test whether unions’ special fundraising committees operate independently or as part of union activity.
Washington observers say Gov. John J. Gilligan of Ohio is expected to endorse Senator Muskie soon. The move could shift national delegate calculus and test the McGovern Commission reforms shaping the 1972 convention. Gilligan's stance remains uncertain, but Muskie backers push for a favorable sign before more states align.
President Nixon weighs a potential Hoffa pardon amid strong Teamster backing while facing a tight fiscal year. Senators flag rising deficits totals near $189 billion across two decades as Byrd urges budget caution.
Washington exposes claims that President Nixon and policy aide Henry Kissinger favored a tougher stance against India while quietly enabling aid to Pakistan. Documents reveal internal debate on UN strategy, aid, and arms transfers amid the 1971 India Pakistan crisis and refugee strain. A separate note recalls a Christmas party incident involving a National Guard unit and a stag film.
The column lampoons civil rights debates and gender fairness laws from FEPC onward. It cites Martha Mitchell and Mrs. Nixon, notes backlash to open employment to women, and shows public figures like Anne Holzhauer and Dr. John Kimball commenting on liberation. It ends with a quip about Herb Albright.
A political note comments on small price drops and hopes the trend becomes habitual. The piece also reflects on barber shop chatter mixing politics, fishing, and football with hair and travel sparking provincial views. Pro football is described as rough and injurious.
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