Olympic humor and hoaxes light up public memory
In a humorous recall of Olympic moments from Melbourne 1956 to Mandela’s memorial, Reg Henry reflects on a prank where a chair leg stood in for the torch bearer, mocking pomp with a burning joke. He notes broader satire around interpreters and public spectacle, praising wit and humanity while acknowledging serious missteps.
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Sochi
Russia
Melbourne
Australia
Brisbane
Sydney
Vladimir Putin
U.S. Congress
Nelson Mandela
Mandela
Ronald Reagan
Winston Churchill
Newspaper Masthead and verse quote from Acts 16 25
Bluefield Daily Telegraph lists Randy Mooney as Publisher and News Editor with Andy Patton as Sports Editor and Brian Woodson Samantha Perry as editors. The page includes a biblical verse from Acts 16 25 AKJV and notes on editorial staff.
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Andy Patton
Brian Woodson
IRS impostor scam warns of arrest over taxes this holiday season
West Virginia residents report calls from a man claiming to work for the IRS and threatening arrest if a payment is not made immediately with a prepaid debit card or money order. Attorney General Morrisey urges hang up, verify with the IRS, and contact law enforcement. scammers use fake badges and fear to pressure payments and may claim police or DMV backing. Residents are urged to beware and report suspicious calls to the state AG and local authorities.
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Internal Revenue Service
West Virginia
Morrisey
IRS
Police
DMV
Attorney General’s Office
Attorney General’s
Consumer Protection Office
West Virginia energy jobs push against higher taxes
A letter argues higher energy taxes threaten job growth in West Virginia and West Wiersina. It cites a resurgence in energy exploration as a path to independence and urges Washington to oppose tax hikes on oil and gas, warning of higher energy bills and fewer middle-class jobs.
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West Wiersina
America
Obama
Washington, D.C
Letters to the Editor contact notice in Telegraph
The Daily Telegraph invites letters on public interest topics and requires the writer to include signature address and phone number. Submit by mail to Letters to the Editor P O Box 1599 Bluefield WV 24701 for publication consideration.
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Daily Telegraph
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
P.O
Bluefield, WV
Reporter Anne Elgin Reflects on Daily Telegraph Year
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph reporter Anne Elgin looks back on a busy year covering Mercer McDowell and Tazewell counties. She describes long nights, diverse assignments, and connections with editors and colleagues, noting growth, travel, and hopes for 2014.
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Anne Elgin
The
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Aelgin
Bottonline.com
Bmtelgin
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