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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1979
Page
4
The page lists Hugh Short and Richard Wesley as editors and presents a column page of varied political opinions. It begins with a greeting and quotes Psalm 117, noting the column’s stance on reflecting diverse views and the newspaper's impartiality on editorials.
The piece argues that operators actions caused core damage and radioactivity release at Three Mile Island. It questions nuclear safety regulations and urges caution on placing reactors near populated areas. It suggests considering other energy sources and highlights human error as a major risk factor.
The OPEC head argues oil prices should rise again as Western currencies fail due to inflation. He blames U S inflation for weaker money while Western inflation is driven by prior oil-price hikes, a loop that critics say lacks logic. The piece likens OPEC actions to a scorpion in a bottle that stings itself.
Washington lawmakers push bills in Senate and House to stop immigrant welfare abuse tied to sponsor affidavits. GAO data show thousands of newcomers drawn into SSI, with many starting benefits within a year of arrival. Percy Cranston Pease propose enforceable affidavits to curb ali enic aid.
A 1970s CBS style brief critiques capital punishment after the Speakelink case. It covers anti death penalty demonstrations, the death chamber, and witness accounts, detailing John Spenkelink’s trial, alleged self defense, and the governor’s clemency decision, with defense notes on his background and the prosecution’s plea.
Western intelligence weighs China power shifts amid Hua Guofeng acting premier speculation. Reports discuss Deng Xiaoping, faction balance, and the volatile 30 year Chinese political landscape. Carter White House chaotic dealings noted in Washington whirl.
The piece weighs options for U S policy toward Rhodesia amid Zimbabwean elections. It contrasts hard sanctions, immediate lifting urged by the Senate, and a cautious British approach. Each path risks alienating black Africa or undermining prospects for reform and coalition progress.
The piece discusses Britain's cautious stance ahead of Queen Elizabeth II's Commonwealth visit in August and Washington's pressure to decide by June 15 on sanctions against Rhodesia. It notes Bishop Muzorewa's rise as prime minister designate and the lasting power struggle with Ian Smith who maintained white minority control since 1965 under a constitution he authored granting 4 percent of positions to whites.
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