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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1981
Page
5
The text notes Modern Amman arose from Philadelphia and ties the name Philadelphia to Attalus Philadelphus about two millennia ago. It also cites a Bible verse Rev. 3:7 as a naming reference for the church in Philadelphia.
The piece contrasts Soviet civil defense spending and capabilities with the United States. It cites University of Miami professor Leon Goure arguing Moscow could protect most civilians and leaders, while U S planners warn against overestimating defenses yet acknowledge deterrence value. It notes Reagan administration talk of an expanded civil defense program, the high cost of shelters, and suggests evacuation plans as a cheaper alternative.
An analysis of Beijing's 70th Republic birthday tactic dubbed the Love Offensive. It argues the campaign aims to destabilize Taiwan, not negotiate, and cautions Taipei should reject or expose Beijing's bluff while preserving Free China's stance against communism. It notes U S arms policy context and questions the sincerity of promises of autonomy.
Government audits reveal Louisiana school districts used bilingual education funds to teach languages to English-speaking children. Highlights include Spanish in St Bernard parish, Italian in Tangipahoa, and French in St John the Baptist, with large expenditures and inflated beneficiary estimates. Studies suggest far fewer children actually need bilingual aid.
Excerpts argue computers needed for crisis decisions while telephone lines fail in disasters. Red Cross says portable satellite transmitters exist but none are currently assigned. Urges computerized earthquake data, up-to-date fault probabilities, and an information setup to reduce panic and rumor during crises.
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