Editorial Notes on Bat Page Opinions
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph explains that the Bat page hosts a range of editorial and political views. With one exception, the column below does not reflect the newspaper's official stance.
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1979
Page
6
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph explains that the Bat page hosts a range of editorial and political views. With one exception, the column below does not reflect the newspaper's official stance.
A brief, period tone note contemplates handwriting as an art in ancient times under the Judges, citing Zebulun as the progenitor of penmen and linking his line to the scribes who wield the pen of judges.
The United States and the Automobile Manufacturers Association announce a government industry partnership to develop the next generation of personal cars. Dr. Frank Press says the aim is nonpolluting, fuel efficient transport with new materials and control systems, drawing on broad research. Critics warn of bureaucracy and question the need for hundreds of millions in tax dollars.
Washington reports outline how inflation drives private firms to pursue diverse energy strategies. Initiatives include solar for agricultural drying and heating, wind as a supplementary source, co generation plants using waste heat, and a two million kilowatt nuclear project. Noted advances cover coal gasification and securing gas supplies from Australia, Indonesia, Mexico, Alaska’s North Slope, and western U S regions.
Buckley argues Moynihan should run amid Carter doubt and Kennedy speculation. Novak, voicing Democratic alarm at Carter policy, hints at Kennedy as replacement, while Moynihan’s pragmatism and leadership style are praised. A protracted primary reshaping through New Hampshire pressures looms.
Paul Harvey rails against a local employer named Sam who runs a large conglomerate and pays clerical workers 0 percent more than private industry. He criticizes government pressure on hospitals, cites Ted Kennedy, and claims Sam will hire 53 more nurses at a government facility with starting salaries of 10 500 to 13 000 and up to 15 900 with benefits.
The text asserts SHOE will keep costs within government guidelines while government bidding pushes wages higher. It claims hospital expenses rise due to government oversight and that 164 regulatory agencies, including 40 federal, add to the average hospital room rate by 38.86 dollars per patient per day.
The column cites Saudi Arabia warning of reduced oil output to 8.5 million barrels daily and the US urged to seek alternate supplies, while Soviet missions and tankers approach Saudi ports. It notes Carter's stance angering Saudis and links to Yemen. a separate feature recounts Sharon Hoyt’s progress with a disabled former beauty queen and a St Mary’s care center dispute ending with access being revoked.
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