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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1969
Page
4
The text features editor Hugh Shott and a quoted motto. It includes a biblical verse and reflections on judging by appearances versus reality, attributed to John 7 24 and Nicolo Machiavelli. The piece presents a mix of proverbs and literary sentiment from the publication.
The paper criticizes the deluxe Pocahontas PR plan, saying the old cars remain shabby despite painting and air conditioning. It notes worn interiors, a patched dome car, and a segregated dining area no longer acceptable. It argues adequate service should continue and urges safer, smoother rides with seat belts.
Michigan Republican Rep. Donald Riegle outlines a high ambition path from Congress to the presidency noting a 15 year horizon to seek the White House at 46. He envisions the Senate or Cabinet as stepping stones and aims to leverage early leadership for a future college presidency.
Congressman Sludgepump argues he cannot have a conflict of interest since his life centers on money. The Vietnam cost is reported near 100 billion dollars, suggesting it would have been costly even at half that amount.
A Berkeley led study group released a document accusing police of failing to separate dissent from subversion and of contributing to disturbances. It argues officials must balance law and order with protecting nonparticipants and cautions against viewing protests as conspiracies.
In urging by Mrs. Edith Green of Oregon, the House weighs a measure to punish colleges for unsatisfactory conduct codes and to withhold federal funds from institutions failing to enforce them. The piece argues the bill risks federal control and could backfire by reducing convictions and punishing innocent students.
Washington analyzes how French voters split between Pompidou and Poher in a polarized race. The piece notes strong anti-communist support, the risk of fragmentation without a clear mandate, and the potential effects on France’s Western alignment and European integration.
The report claims the Tigers of the Littlest League asked their sponsor to supply caps with artificial sideburns to resemble major league players. Disruptions at some commencement ceremonies are noted as a dangerous trend, with Congressman Sludgepump warning graduates not to follow speakers too closely. A postcard from Nelson Rockefeller to the White House expresses longing to be elsewhere.
In a crowded New York mayoral primary, liberal Republican John Lindsay faces a tough intra party challenge from right wing backers amid violent crime data. Sen John Marchi headlines a GOP push while Democrats Rep Jim Scheuer and ex Mayor Robert Wagner vie against conservative Democrat Mario Procaccino with graft allegations shadowing his campaign. Scheuer advocates modern crime prevention methods, including computer aided policing and veteran volunteers, while Procaccino promises harsher penalties. Lindsay maintains a measured, moderate stance as the field narrows toward Election Day.
The piece argues that nonacademic administrators lead colleges poorly and that professional intellectuals have failed to manage the nation. It criticizes Harvard era leaders, cites vacant presidents, and stresses the need for practical governance by ordinary people alongside elites.
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