Independence Day 2003 reflections by Larry Hypes
A Douglas County reader recalls the long struggle for liberty, citing Thomas Paine Patrick Henry and Thomas Jefferson. The essay notes the divide among colonists and the ongoing challenge of liberty amid modern conflicts while honoring soldiers and the motto of pledge. Larry Hypes, a Tazewell High School teacher and Daily Telegraph columnist, closes with a patriotic salute.
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Larry Hypes
Tazewell High School
Daily Telegraph
Bible Quotation Cited In Bluefield Telegraph Page
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph prints a Psalms quotation about restoring joy and guiding transgressors, underscoring religious sentiment on the page. The verse references Psalms 51 in the AV translation and invites reflection.
Equitable funding rebalance urged for West Virginia grants
A public statement criticizes the Economic Development Grant Committee for favoring Wheeling Ohio County Cabell and Charleston while Mercer County and southern counties were ignored. It calls for new appointments a statewide reassessment of nearly 200 proposals and expedited court resolution to begin improving economic development across the state.
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Martinsburg
Bob Wise
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Gov. Wise
Supreme Court
High Court
Community letter urges Bluefield heart center at BRMC support
Walter L. Sowers Pemco Corporation urges the West Virginia Health Care Authority to schedule a Bluefield hearing for the BRMC heart and cardiac care center. He notes local employers and residents rely on Mercer County medical facilities and calls for a prompt decision by summer end, arguing hearings should occur in Bluefield rather than Charleston.
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America
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HCA
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Pemco Corporation
Iraqi view of America and sodomy laws debate excerpts
Excerpts from editorials criticize U S actions in Iraq and domestic policy. Iraqi readers blame sanctions on civilians while U S relief lags. Pieces discuss Supreme Court sodomy law bans and telemarketing spam prompts.
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Post-Standard
Syracuse
N.Y
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Gainesville
Fla
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