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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1997
Page
4
The Daily Telegraph Editorial Board presents the column consensus with publisher and executive editor notes. A Bible quote from Proverbs 14 12 is cited about the peril of paths chosen by men.
Editorials argue the NTSB overstates limits on children in front seats and call for back seat riding and air bag reforms. It notes families with multiple kids may not fit rearward and recalls a juror's emotional honesty after a long trial.
Jim Terry, city editor of the Daily Telegraph, reflects on his father who died in 1979 after a long battle with lung cancer from years in coal mines. He recalls a life of quiet strength, minimal words, deep love, and a final goodbye on a Florida porch, captured in personal memories and enduring affection.
Donnie McClure of Princeton W Va thanks teachers and urges graduates nationwide to reflect on past and future leadership. He defends voter turnout, argues cynicism comes from politicians and media and calls for transparency on funds, laws, and enforcement to energize public participation.
In mid June the Watergate burglary is recalled with details on Frank Sturgis, his role with the DNC break in, hotel meeting promises, and Senate testimony led by Fred Thompson. The piece ties Watergate to broader political history and Nixon’s accountability. It also notes Sen. Tom Harkin’s ethanol hearing moment and related fraternal Hill banter.
A portrait of Bill Clinton drawing on a lifetime with prejudice to craft a push on racial healing. The piece notes his segregated schooling memories in Hope Arkansas, 1968 race riots, and a mixed civil rights record as governor. It highlights his dual addresses to white and black audiences in Detroit and the impact on his 1992 candidacy.
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