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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1997
Page
1
The passage presents a constitutional window on religion and press freedom followed by an editorial board consensus disclaimer. It closes with a Bible verse from Luke 5 8 about Peter acknowledging sin and seeking guidance.
Editorial notes the poor voter turnout in Bluefield where 1 677 of 6 000 registered voted and Princeton where fewer than 4 000 registered cast ballots. It argues the public mandate may be missing but emphasizes the need for unity and a practical blueprint for problem solving in both towns. The piece also mentions James Earl Jones’s DARTH VADER line at a Bell Atlantic Internet program event.
Susan Gullion reflects on the lasting impact of the Oklahoma City attack on federal workers and the sense of danger haunting government offices. She recalls her own exposure to the Iranian embassy used by the State Department, a bomb threat, and the pervasive fear that reshaped daily work life for thousands of government employees.
Virginians from Morgan to Pleasants to Raleigh County braved rain to count over 130 species in celebration of the 5th annual International Migratory Bird Day. The note urges support for Teaming with Wildlife to fund bird and wildlife conservation via a small annual consumer surcharge, potentially $3.5 million for West Virginia, costing about five to ten dollars per year.
A column laments the hiring of politicians as TV anchors and commentators, arguing news has blended with entertainment. It recalls earlier periods of serious reporting, criticizes the spread of on-air figures with political profiles, and stresses the watchdog role of the press. It notes figures like Ferraro, Bradley, Stephanopoulos, Buchanan, and Sevareid’s legacy.
Leonard E. Larsen notes in Scripps Howard commentary that lawyers for Paula Jones and President Clinton threaten explosive testimonies to sway public opinion. He warns such tactics risk defaming all involved and distract from core national concerns, as settlement talks linger and trial may still loom.
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