Retired Daily Telegraph editor reflects on 30 years of service
The article presents Bill Archer's farewell reflection on three decades as senior editor at the Daily Telegraph. He recalls notable encounters with Pete Rose, Henry Kessinger, Tiny Tim, and Sam Church, along with travels, journalism milestones, and a desire to stay active in the community. He honors his family, teachers, and colleagues, expressing gratitude and continuing plans for writing and service.
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Richlands
Reds
Pittsburgh
Phillies
Roberto Clemente
Leah Taylor
Charlie's
Pete
Henry Kessinger
Tiny Tim
Herbert Khaury
Linda Stump
Union Maid
Keystone
John Forbes Nash Jr
Dr. Nash
Tom Colley
Tom
Legion
Dad
Fix
Jim Terry
Bill Archer
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph Staff Headlines
A fragment lists Bluefield Daily Telegraph staff including Randy Mooney as Publisher News Editor and Andy Patton as Sports Editor. It also names Brian Woodson and Samantha Perry as Editor Senior Editor and includes a biblical quotation about return and healing.
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Andy Patton
Brian Woodson
FDA moves to ban under 18s from tanning beds
The FDA proposes a federal rule to bar minors from tanning beds and booths, require signed health risk disclosures, and push for safer equipment. CDC data show 3000+ annual tanning related ER visits with 13 percent of minors affected. dermatology groups warn of a 59 percent higher melanoma risk for indoor tanners.
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U.S. Food and Drug Administration
FDA
Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
American Academy of Dermatology
Pennsylvania
Identity crisis prompts 2016 political reflection
A veteran writer laments American identity and calls for a candidate who can move the nation beyond labeling what we are not. He recalls historical moments, questions who we are, and urges decisive leadership to resolve the perceived identity crisis in November.
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Carter
Reagan
America
USA
Green Valley
Christmas halo lights and a dog in the blizzard memory
Readers share holiday scenes from December 1984 including spotting a dog in snow during a blizzard and the closing of Long John Silvers in Bluefield with note of nearby Wheeling and Washington locations. Other comments mention the Christmas Eve lunar halo seen in Princeton.
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Princeton
Readers share Christmas memories and local notes
Readers across towns comment on Virginia Tech players' suspensions, Mercer County weather and heat savings, Bluefield Union Mission meals, a Mercer native becoming USGA president, Holiday of Lights, and youth center fee reductions. A mix of praise, memories, and community concerns, reflecting local life and events.
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