Editorial board releases columns consensus and notes Bible verse
The Daily Telegraph Editorial Board presents its consensus opinions from its members J Stanley Warren publisher Thomas A Colley executive editor Bob Pepalis news editor Jim Terry Princeton bureau chief Barbara Hawkins senior writer David Barker city editor Don Cuppett copy editor. Today's Bible quote cites Hebrews 13 8 Jesus Christ the same yesterday and to day and for ever.
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Daily Telegraph
J. Stanley Warren
Thomas A. Colley
Bob Pepalis
Jim Terry
Princeton
Barbara Hawkins
David Barker
Don Cuppett
West Virginia eyes education reform in special session
Editorial notes the Caperton administration and Legislature confront education funding and reforms during a special session. It urges teacher pay raises and efficiency, favors a path toward regional wage parity with national averages, and mentions revenue ideas including vehicle transfers and coal-related taxes. The piece also welcomes the West Virginia Press Association to Pipestem Resort as it marks 200 years of the press in the state.
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West Virginia
Gaston Caperton
West
West Virginia Press Association
WVPA
Pipestem Resort State Park
Ately
Public Employees Health
Lackadaishalee
Florida
Delaware
Virginia
Workers’ Compensation Fund
Taxes and politics shadow West Virginia special session
West Virginia lawmakers consider a small tax rise in a special session while warning a larger increase may come in 1991 after the election. Editorial tone questions voters’ patience as leaders hint at tax changes and recall risks amid political maneuvering.
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West
Letters argue U S role in Middle East and blame Bush policy
Readers condemn American intervention in the Persian Gulf, urge U N sanctions, and condemn secret actions by Bush. They discuss oil, overproduction, and Iran's Shah. A separate letter questions law enforcement accountability after a fatal crash and praises troopers' sacrifices.
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Shah
Iran
U.S
U.N
Iraq
Persian Gulf
George Bush
Congress
Gangs At Atlanta Mall Spark Debate On Policing And Public Safety
Lewis Grizzard critiques Atlanta gang violence near the mall, urging firmer police action while mocking civil liberties arguments. He fantasizes a televised gang shootout at Atlanta Stadium as an alternative to street violence, noting public safety and sensationalism.
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Atlanta
Braves
Maynard Jackson
American Civil Liberties Union
ACLU
Atlanta Stadium
Skip Caray
Death Knell Hospital
Harold
Leath erwood wins 1985 Bluefield golf title by one stroke
In the 16th annual Bluefield Daily Telegraph Area Golf Championship Keith Leatherwood shot a 70 at Fin Castle Country Club to edge Charles Green by one stroke. Leatherwood, known for his four area titles, rolled three birdies and three bogeys to finish 35 35 and claim the victory. The event showcased local talent and added to Leatherwood’s championship resume.
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Bluefield
David Stanley
Appalachia
Fifty Years Ago Opening at Bland Street Tank Car Station
Fifty years ago the Bland Street Tank Car Station advertised opening day gas at .5 2/10 per gallon with tax included for regular and .19 for ethyl. First lady customers arriving after 8 p.m. in their own car could claim five gallons. Ruth Jackson, Louis Hoke, and Frances Strong were chosen to represent the area in the state Miss America contest in Kenova, with Miss Jackson winning the talent event at Lake Shawnee. Compiled by Lillian Roten of the Daily Telegraph staff.
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Bland Street
Ruth Jackson
Louis Hoke
Frances Strong
Kenova
Lake Shawnee
Miss Jackson
Mobilization Authority Granted for National Guard Training
On August 23 1940 Congress gave President Roosevelt power to begin mobilizing the National Guard for training. Izvestia in Moscow reports the Soviets are supplying Germany with raw materials blocked by Britain's sea blockade, per AP.
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Roosevelt
National Guard
Moscow
Izvestia
Germany
Britain
Kay Reed and Beth Reed Dominate Princeton City Tennis
In 1965 Kay Reed and her sister Beth swept the girls division in Princeton City tennis for the third and fourth time respectively. Kay added a new triumph in the one-year newcomers event while Beth, already a repeat winner, outpaced junior high opponents.
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Kay Reed
Beth
Princeton City
Kay
Oneear
Daily Telegraph seeks brief public letters with signer contact details
Readers are asked to submit letters on public interest topics. Each letter must include the writer’s signature address and telephone number for consideration. The paper will not publish pen names or anonymous letters, and names will not be withheld.
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Larry Shields
Welch
J.E. Ratliff
Cpl
R.D. Falkiner
R.L. Brammer
Philip Kestner
Hercules
Johnson
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