Bush asserts he will be president as court battle looms
President hopeful George W. Bush tells GOP leaders I’m soon to be the president while Al Gore seeks a Florida recount. The Supreme Court justices are hearing arguments and plan no ruling timetable. Florida lawmakers prepare a special session to name 25 electors to back Bush.
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Republicans move to name Bush electors in Florida session
As Gore lawyers pressed for a recount, Florida lawmakers planned a special session to appoint 25 Bush electors to protect against a court ruling erasing his win. Ohio Governor Taft urged Bush to be elected, while Gore stayed in Washington with friend Tommy Lee Jones as lawyers continued the legal fight.
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Bluefield Union Mission to Consider New Summer Camp
Bluefield The Bluefield Union Mission announced plans Saturday for a new summer camp facility for underprivileged children. Craig Hammond, director, said the mission board and the women's auxiliary board will explore owning an existing camp or building a new one. The effort aims to complement current programs and reflect strong enthusiasm from involved groups. Hammond recalled his own valuable summer camp experiences.
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Senior projects shape Princeton High students future
Research to paper to presentation. Princeton Senior High School students tackle a three part senior project as part of the School-to-Work program. Coordinator Candy Stanley notes the program began last year and now enters its second year. Students spend weeks researching and preparing products and oral defenses for panels. Topics align with career goals, such as Leanne Tolliver who studied negative advertising in business communications.
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Community Christmas Tree campaign nears $12,000 goal
BLUEFIELD Contributions to the Community Christmas Tree campaign rise, reaching 640 this week as the year’s goal of 12,000 looms. A December 22 party at City Auditorium will give kids candy, toys, a book, and hats. Santa arrives at 12 30. Donations from Vernon Bryant, Charlotte Bryant, James Kitts, D Homer Stewart, and Jeffrey Shott memorials are listed.
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