The Fossil Fuel Viewpoint From Smoky Shott Columnist
James H. Smokey Shott of Bluefield Virginia argues against stringent emissions limits and praises fossil fuels. He contends the EPA target reductions are costly, questions human impact on modest warming, and cites BP data on fossil energy dependence. He also notes wind and solar have downsides, praising technology and human welfare.
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China
India
BP Statistical Review of
Alex Epstein
Bluefield editors seek aid from trouble in faith quote
Randy Mooney publisher Samantha Perry editor senior editor Bill Archer assistant managing editor Charles Owens urges help from trouble noting vain is the help of man. The fragment hints at a press staff attribution and a biblical citation.
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Bill Archer
Charles Owens
Coal industry woes drive West Virginia revenue shortfall
West Virginia faces a 4.8 million July shortfall in general revenue as severance tax collections lag by 3.8 million. Secretary Bob Kiss links declines to weakened coal production and lingering industry losses, with 4.3 percent drop in late last year and ongoing bankruptcies. Deputy Secretary Mark Muchow notes coal sales fell as the sector struggled amid federal regulations and price pressure.
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Mountain
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Register- Herald
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West
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Washington
Barack Obama
Praise for Desmonds war column on peace and healing
A reader commends Desmond for the column History an exercise in repetition about postwar Europe. The letter quotes excerpts from Norman Lewis and Keith Lowe, applauds the questions on ending war, and argues peace may come through religion and spirituality, urging others to read the piece on the BDT website.
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Keith Lowe
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Telegraph invites public letters with signature and contact details
The Daily Telegraph requests readers send letters on public issues. Submissions must include signature, address, and phone number for consideration, and can be sent by email to editor at bdt online.
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Daily Telegraph
A Detroit heiress recalls home schooling and its limits
Dan Thomasson notes a friend with a famous surname who was tutored at home in a wealthy, insular society. He contrasts home schooling with public education, cites rising numbers—nearly 2 million nationally—and questions whether life lessons and social interaction can be gained outside traditional schools.
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