Bluefield Clock Recall Ignites Neon Sign Memories
Greg Jordan recalls a new downtown Bluefield clock that sparked memory of historic signs from Rogers Street to Stoney Ridge. Dan Eaton in Norway describes the old Cole’s Sunbeam Bread sign and nearby Appalachian Power Company lights that once lit the town, alongside childhood signs from B B Burger and New Graham Pharmacy.
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph Editor Credits and Quote
The page lists staff roles including Thomas A. Colley Executive Editor News Editor Samantha Perry Managing Editor Andy Patton Brian Woodson Senior Editor City Editor Bill Archer and Charles Owens and features a Bible verse from Psalms 8 3 4 AKJV about the heavens and man.
Bluefield Keeps Lemonade Tradition Alive In Heat Wave
The city continues its decades old Lemonade Days campaign offering free lemonade during hot spells. Originated by H Edward Steele, the promotion has drawn national attention and local pride through scorching summers.
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Bush outlines Iraq strategy centered on training forces
The letter argues President Bush has a clear plan to win in Iraq by training Iraqi forces to defend the country and combat terrorists. It warns that a Democratic withdrawal would signal weakness. The writer rebuts calls for quick fixes and appeals for public input to The Daily Telegraph.
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Presidential vision found in Moscow Nunn Lugar visit
Martin Schram notes two acts of genuine presidential vision in Moscow as Sam Nunn and Dick Lugar, invited by Vladimir Putin, commemorate the 15th anniversary of Nunn Lugar. They urge joint U S Russian action to curb weapons of mass destruction, end nuclear hair trigger, and consider deploying an anti missile shield, urging leaders to embrace shared leadership and concrete steps beyond cooperative rhetoric.
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