August Marks 1920 Ratification of 19th Amendment
The August historical note recalls the 1920 ratification of the 19th Amendment giving women the vote, highlighting Seneca Falls origins, Tennessee’s decisive May vote, and Bainbridge Colby's official signing. It also cites debates on gender roles and modern minimum wage policy insights from Dr. Holtz-Eakin, emphasizing policy trade offs and wage support ideas. Smokey Shott of Bluefield, VA is identified as the columnist.
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Cluefield Baily Telegraph Staff Notes and Quote
Summary of staff credits lists Randy Mooney publisher Samantha Perry editor Andy Patton senior editor Bill Archer sports editor Brian Woodson assistant managing editor and Charles Owens quotes a Psalm verse. The item presents personnel roles and a biblical inscription.
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Virginia DOT adds rapid response fire trucks to two interstate tunnels
The Virginia Department of Transportation will station two new fire trucks and four certified firefighters at East River Mountain and Big Walker Mountain tunnels to speed initial response to fires and emergencies. The move follows a July 2014 truck fire that halted traffic on I 77 and injured two firefighters, with 30,000 vehicles daily using the tunnels.
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Letters Discuss Crossing Guard Coverage and Costs
Reader Lynne White of Athens thanks the Bluefield Daily Telegraph for coverage on crossing guard issues and urges ongoing reporting. She questions the claimed lack of authority by school personnel, urges disclosure of crossing guard costs, and notes a local contract with a security guard guiding Route 20 traffic for Athens Elementary School buses.
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Daily Telegraph invites letters on public issues
The Daily Telegraph asks readers to submit opinion letters on public matters. Letters must include the writer’s signature address and phone number for publication consideration. Send opinions by email to editor bdtonline com.
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Gilmore Defends Birthright Citizenship Amid Trump Rhetoric
Dan Thomasson analyzes Jim Gilmore’s stand against revoking birthright citizenship for children of illegal immigrants. He argues the 14th Amendment guarantees citizenship and warns that ending birthright status would destabilize the nation, urging GOP leaders to repudiate Trump’s proposal and uphold constitutional principles.
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