Noel Yule and Archer Noel tradition at Post 9696 dinner
Bill Archer, senior writer for the Daily Telegraph, reflects on the Archer family Noel tradition tied to Christmas, names in the telephone book, and a long running gag about rearranging Noel letters. The piece traces decades of memories from the Archer household and the Post 9696 VFW Christmas dinner.
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Yule
Noel
Archer
Morris Yule
Rudolph
Mr. Yule
Chris Noel
Excelsior
Nole
Steelers
Chuck Noll
Leon
Bluefield
Cluefield Daily Telegraph Editorial Staff List
The Cluefield Daily Telegraph lists executive editor Thomas A Colley news editor sports editor and senior editor Samantha Perry with editors Andy Patton Brian Woodson Barbara Hawkins City Editor and Senior Copy Editor Bill Archer Charles Owens Lig paces Allen Roberts. The page quotes a biblical verse about covenant and walking in the law.
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Andy Patton
Brian Woodson
Barbara Hawkins
Bill Archer
Charles Owens
Lig
Paces Allen Roberts
Culture of secrecy shadows Bush presidency in waining term
The article argues the Bush administration's culture of secrecy harms its legacy. It cites NSA eavesdropping without warrants, FOIA restraints, and a 2002 directive. It notes executive orders and a defense bill provision expanding secrecy, plus withholding 900000 civilian names, underscoring public distrust and partisan friction.
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NSA
Bush
National Security Agency
United States
FOIA
Alberto Gonzales
John Ashcroft
Bush Administration
Pentagon
Defense Intelligence Agency
U.S
Congress
Oil prices and politics spark reader letters in West Virginia
Letters discuss oil policy and party stances, noting alleged ties to Saudi interests and corporate ownership. The writer contrasts calls for new Alaska fields and refineries with Democratic opposition, and cites price comparisons to Europe and consumer habits. Appreciation notes praise East River Mountain Town Band concerts and announce a tenth anniversary.
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Alaska
Clinton
Standard Oil
Shell
Kennedy
Mel] Saunders
East River Mountain Town Band
Saunders
Juanita
Harry Gray
Bluefield
W.va
Not Word by Word but Thought Shapes Our Life
The author reflects on the power of small words and choices shaping actions and outcomes. He recalls anecdotes about a secretary missing a tiny word and the broader impact of mindset on success and happiness, urging careful, constructive thinking.
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Ken McFarland
Alaska
Moses
Charles Rosson
Do not give up and seek your own true path
Jim Davidson shares personal reflections on resilience and pursuing genuine goals. He warns against comparing oneself to others and urges living one day at a time. He sees today’s youth facing unique pressures but hopes they mature into responsible leaders for the nation. Contact: 2 Bentley Drive, Conway, AR 72034.
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Jim Davidson
Bentley Drive
Conway
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