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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1978
Page
4
A page-wide note explains that most columns express individual viewpoints and may not reflect the newspaper’s stance, except for the column directly below which is an exception to the editorial position.
A biblical reflection cites Acts 3 16 praising faith in Jesus for healing and strength. It contrasts Paul’s declaration with Charles Wesley’s hymn asserting unwavering faith as the path to God’s deeds and miracles.
The piece critiques Hechler for boasting of near perfect House attendance while voters in West Virginia’s Fourth District question his relevance and focus. It notes Rahall’s similar voting record amid a Democratic primary and argues that strong constituent contact matters more than spotless roll calls.
The piece notes the Soviet Union annual Subbotnik where millions volunteer a work day on April 22 to clean and fix public spaces. It cites concerns that officials coerce craftsmen to provide free labor on their projects and questions the voluntariness of the effort.
A Law Day column lauds press freedom and the judiciary while urging responsible journalism. It includes letters lamenting youth apathy, urging self worth, patience, and humor, and endorsing civic education and personal responsibility. Contributors include Robert E. Holroyd and several Virginians sharing views on politics, schooling, and community life.
Ray Cromley argues inflation could be reduced by two thirds through steps cutting fraud and waste in government, pruning unproductive programs, boosting energy and material efficiency, raising productivity, trimming unnecessary regulations, and modernizing industries. Savings could exceed 190 billion yearly, with unemployment effects offset by higher investment and output.
Larry Flynt, shot during a porn trial, says he would die for the country’s founding concepts and urges awakening the American people to address social ills. Rep. Charles Whalen Jr., retiring from Congress, reflects on limits to power and lessons learned on Capitol Hill.
Korean payoff figure Tongsun Park flunked portions of Justice Department lie detector tests during 17 days of questioning in Seoul and Washington. The tests showed nervous responses on key questions about KCIA ties, though a spokesman cautioned that nerves do not prove falsehood. Charges remain possible if perjury can be proved.
Senator Soaper mockingly claims the White House proposes a rescue for the sinking dollar by putting water wings on George Washington. He suggests the proposed measure is symbolic and inadequate, underscoring skepticism about fiscal policy.
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