Debunking Cancel Culture and Civil War Monuments
James H. Shott argues that Black Lives Matter actions against Confederate and Emancipation Memorial statues reflect a criminal, not protest, approach. He cites figures like Grant and Lincoln, notes historical context of freed slaves funding memorials, and urges order while condemning rioting and selective memory.
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Newspaper staff lineup and Bible verse caption
Bluefield Baily Telegraph lists Randy Mooney as Publisher and Andy Patton as Sports Editor with Samantha Perry as Editor and Charles Owens and George Thwaites credited. A Psalms verse is quoted: Sing aloud to God our strength.
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Local Virginia counties win say on school reopenings
Virginia Governor Northam's administration conceded local school boards may reopen schools as they deem safe. Tazewell County and others urged local control, noting constitutional limits on state closure power and highlighting rural broadband gaps that affect remote learning. Local boards to decide opening plans and safety, with aim to resume in-person learning.
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Letters to the Editor for The Daily Telegraph
The Daily Telegraph invites letters on matters of public interest and requires the writer's signature for publication. Send letters to the Bluefield Daily Telegraph at P O Box 1599 Bluefield WV 24701 or by email to editor bdtonline com.
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Letters on race protests hospital closure and patriotism
Don V. Hylton of Bluefield Va reflects on 2017 2020 social justice letters praising Charles Boothe and Larry Hypes coverage of 1968 unrest. He recalls hospital closure debates and essays at Bramwell High, noting personal submissions and the Bluefield Telegraph’s role in public discourse.
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