Corrections Proposal Could Cut Prison Construction Costs
Del Alson H. Smith Jr. and Howard Shockey & Sons propose using pre stressed concrete for four new medium security prisons to save about a quarter of the $28.7 million price tag per facility. Governor Dalton and lawmakers weigh potential savings of over $24 million in total as construction plans move forward and debates begin in January.
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Letter to the Editor A Barrel of Monkeys
A reader lampoons the 1980 presidential race casting the field as a circus with governors, presidents, and colorful characters. Metaphors critique campaign flaws, spending, and politicking while wishing the public mercy and may the best man win. BEN WHITE Stephenson county address.
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Nepotism Allegation Hits Roanoke Sheriff Hudson
An Roanoke Times editorial criticizes Sheriff W Alvin Hudson for hiring three relatives, questioning his excuses about department growth and low salaries. The piece argues nepotism damages professional standards and public trust.
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Blowing a Whistle Hopefully on Language Nonsense
A critique of use and abuse of adverbs like hopefully in writing. The column mocks overlong sentences, cites Safire and other editors, and argues adverbs should attach to verbs, not float as puffed modifiers. It rails at linguistic excess amid political and media names.
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Take away their right to vote women power critique
At Random is a column for viewpoints of Evening Star staff writers. A 26 year old staffer argues against women voters, asserts blame for political outcomes on women, and advocates revoking suffrage as a solution. The piece mixes provocative satire with historical references and expresses strong anti feminist sentiment.
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Rowny Under Fire Over SALT Testimony in Senate Hearing
General Edward L. Rowny faced hostile questioning from Sen John Stennis and other pro SALT senators after delivering a critical briefing to the Senate Armed Services Committee. The exchange highlighted tensions between military officers and administration policy amid SALT II debates and internal JCS divisions.
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