19 Nov 1998
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Newspaper
Register Herald
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1998
Page
1
A public case argues that obstruction of justice is not a private matter and involves government interests, legal thresholds, and accountability. The discussion centers on when authorities may pursue charges and how privacy concerns interact with prosecutorial duties.
Independent Counsel Kenneth Starr told the House Judiciary Committee that President Clinton repeatedly used government powers to hinder prosecutors’ grand jury inquiry and the Paula Jones suit. He argued obstruction of justice is not a private matter and noted his office drafted crucial documents.
Harlan Kentucky writer George Ella Lyon, after years of printing poetry, was urged by editor Richard Jackson to try children’s books. Now with over 15 titles, she shared tips on nurturing young writers during a Stamford Elementary School visit, urging teachers to model writing and focus on self expression over spelling.
Rep. Bob Livingston collected unanimous Republican backing to become House speaker and pledged quick action to cut taxes and preserve Social Security. J C Watts, the only black GOP member, also sought a leadership post as Livingston urged cooperation with Democrats to pursue smaller government.
Monroe County bus driver Homer David Carr of Ballard appeals a Nov 4 firing by the school board after a Sept 15 suspension following a female student’s claim of improper contact on a bus. Carr’s attorney says he is innocent and unfairly treated. board vote was 5-0.
Four Title I teachers from Hinton Area Elementary led by Principal Gary Irwin boosted reading and math scores to meet state standards for three consecutive years. The award, announced at a Summers County school board meeting, marks a total school effort to improve after a past low showing.
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