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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1979
Page
4
The page notes that editors’ columns express individual views on politics and society and that except for the leading column, those opinions do not necessarily reflect the newspaper’s official stance or endorsement.
A Maryland circuit court judge ordered $4,034 in restitution against a mother for damages caused by her juvenile son, underscoring shifts toward victim rights. The piece argues parental liability should follow accountability, while also criticizing federal affirmative action plans and alleged reverse discrimination in hiring.
The proceedings reveal U S gun runs to Panama tied to the Torrijos regime and the Nicaragua Sandinista war effort. A Miami grand jury indicted five men linked to Panamanian authorities and Manuel Noriega. Edgardo Lopez, a former Panamanian consul, admitted involvement under orders from Panama, then disappeared. Evidence shows weapons from Miami reaching Sandinista forces via Cuba, with stocks found in Costa Rica destined for Nicaragua. Panamanian ambassador Tack offered no denial at the OAS meeting.
William L. Rusher notes a memo urging Senator Edward Kennedy not to run in 1980, citing risks to the Democratic Party and Carter’s reelection efforts. The memo argues Kennedy should skip 1960, avoid tying renomination to the incumbent, and wait until 1984 to rekindle a national bid.
A memo outlines public dissatisfaction with Carter and a plan to support Carter re election while preserving a potential 1980 bid. It notes a rising rival who polls show could beat Republicans, warns against fueling his draft and suggests soft pedaling the possibility and aligning with Carter to avoid party disunity.
The commentary argues that a bushel for a barrel of oil idea could influence global grain pricing but is not workable due to market dynamics and international demand. It cites Dan Morgan on seven families controlling major grain firms, notes past U.S. food politics, and recalls episodes from Kissinger, Iran, Rhodesia, and the 1972 grain sale to Russia shaping geopolitics.
The piece notes a 1974 75 global food crisis provoking scandals and social scrutiny of leaders. It discusses possible regulation of grain and the need for cross industry socialization to meet demand. It also cites a Panama Nicaragua linkage with alleged volunteer brigades aiding the Sandinistas and comments from Lt General Sumner on Torrijos.
President Carter arrives in Tokyo for talks with Premier Ohira on a $12 billion 1978 US Japan trade imbalance and looming protectionist pressures. The memo to Senator Bentsen highlights high auto imports, wheat pricing, and barriers in tech and health rules as signs of potential friction.
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