Editorial Columns Display Varied Political Opinions
The page presents a range of editorial and political viewpoints. Only the column beneath is represented as reflecting the newspaper's stance, while other pieces show independent or external perspectives.
Harper's 1865 to 1980s political press: unchanged patterns
The piece surveys Harper’s reprints from 1865 onward, noting persistent themes in political life such as press access, private lives, and public accountability. It highlights 1928 Pringle warnings about reporters shielding politicians, 1920 Lawrence on cowardice, and 1924 Davis critiques, then links past views to present figures like Jimmy Carter and media dynamics today.
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Harper’s Magazine
Harper’s
Henry F. Pringle
Pringle
Wilbur Mills
Wayne Hays
The
David Lawrence
Washington
Lawrence
Elmer Davis
Harper's
Republican Party
John W. Davis
West Virginia
Davis
Democratic Party
Jimmy Carter
Yesteryear
Mercer County Needs Identify Major Highway Projects
Mercer County outlines two road priorities: a four lane Bluefield Princeton highway and four lane US 460 bypasses for Bluefield and Princeton. Officials emphasize improved traffic flow and regional connectivity. Local leaders urge state support and funding to advance planning and construction.
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Bluefield
Princeton
Still a Chance for GOP to Rebuild Its House
Washington reflects on the surprising party dynamics as Republicans fight for the nomination while Democrats, led by Carter, appear poised to secure a broad support base. The piece notes indecision in GOP strategy, Reagan and Ford tensions, and Carter’s steady march despite a vague platform.
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Washington
White House
Jimmy Carter
South
Carter
Reagan
Ford
Panama
Rhodesia
Defense
Teacher Profile Martha Berman Spurs Mixed Class Tensions
Martha Berman a 31 year old New York City junior high English teacher confronts racial mix in her classes. Her advanced group is predominantly white while lagging students are mostly black. She stresses discipline and high expectations while lamenting breakfast and motivational deficits among slower eighth and ninth graders.
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Martha Berman
New York City
Desperate Struggles of Black Students Under Harsh Home Life
A speaker details brutal home environments, peer harassment, and gang violence harming Black students. He cites sleep deprivation, overcrowded rooms, parental absence, and ridicule for studying. He notes rare successes in college and proposes a communal, protective living alternative.
Paradoxical Aid and Motor Industry Shifts Stir Debate
Pennsylvania wins the Volkswagen Rabbit project with a 260 million package of loans and tax incentives, edging out Ohio. White Motor faces mounting troubles amid bankruptcy warnings as antitrust hurdles loom. A separate note highlights Pinch Bottom bags reducing food losses overseas, aiding grain shipments to India and Bangladesh.
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Pennsylvania
Volkswagenwerk, A. G
West Germany
New Stanton
Ohio
Volkswagen
Cleveland
White Motor Pat
Chrysler
General Motors
American Motors
White Motor Corp
White Consolidated Industries
White Motor
United Sates
India
Bangladesh
St. Regis Paper Co
State Department
Agency For International Development
St. Regis
Fathers Grow Old Faster Than People
Paul Harvey reflects on the enduring, demanding role of fathers. He portrays a parent who endures childbirth fear, sacrifices time, battles dragons of weariness and work, and remains dedicated to helping children, even in old age, with a restless drive to improve the world.
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Goodby
Daley Influence Runs Through Fary's Washington Office
Chicago mayor Richard Daley allegedly controls Rep. John Fary's votes and hires. Payrolls show aides assigned to Daley work in Fary's firm yet operate from party centers and private offices. Fary, once "Big John," says he has a three-person staff and health concerns but vows to run again.
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Washington
John Fary
D.ill
Chicago
Richard Daley
Fary
Daley
John Kluczynsk
D.iii
Raymond Anderzunas
Midway
Bob Owens
House
Capitol Building
House Public Works Committee
Capitol Hill
Tom Campbell
Congressional Record
Congressional
Big John
Congress
Little John
Big John Fary
Ilinois
Monicker
Bingo
Illinois
Fury
Sen
Adlai Stevenson
Stevenson
Anderzunas
Gloria Johnson
Mike Healy
Agnew
Spiro Agnew
William Safire
Vic Gold
Gold
MSU
Sun
Motors
General Electric
Martin Marietta
Mobi Oil
Boeing
United Aircraft
Center
Syme
Energysat Administration
National Science Foundation
Senator Seys Faces Dilemma on Speaking Up or Staying Silent
Senator Soaper Seys contemplates whether to avoid strong stances on known issues or address questions voters have not yet considered. The dilemma pits cautious neutrality against proactively guiding public thought.
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Hugh the Shott
Hugh Richard Wes
America
Walter Cronkite
Mildred
Mercer County
Berry's
M. Stanton Evans
Ronald Reagan
Ira Berkow
Seven Crowns
Whitey
Don Oakley
Paul Harvey
Jack Anderson
Soaper Seys