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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 19, 2003
Page
1
A local service was held to honor individuals who lost their lives, with family and community members in attendance. The event reflected on their communities and remembered their contributions, reinforcing shared memory and support.
Princeton residents can join the SummerFest flea market at the Princeton Recreation Center lawn on June 7 and 8 starting at 8 a.m. Bring your own tables. Fees are 10 dollars for one day or 15 dollars for both. Call 487-5040 to sign up or for details.
Senate Majority Leader H Truman Chafin outlined a coal to chemicals program at a Princeton meeting with Don Blankenship and chamber members. He said federal support and renewed tax credits could spark up to 4000 WV jobs, reviving the coal industry and sagging economy. A draft letter to Sen Byrd noted economic feasibility with renewed credits.
Gov. Bob Wise acknowledged personal issues but state his plan to run for re election remains unchanged. Press Secretary Amy Shuler Goodwin called the admission unintentional and said Wise will not resign, continuing to govern while asking for privacy for his family.
Bluefield Rescue Squad members Ken Kirby and Justin Adams describe EMS work as varied and exciting. Adams has served as CPR driver for one year and six months while Kirby, a lieutenant, joined in 1972, making him the longest serving member. Chief Robert Youther notes nationwide EMS week celebrations.
Concord College honored Gilbert philanthropist and industrialist Buck Harless with an honorary doctorate during commencement. He told graduates that success requires willingness to work and happiness in one’s efforts, adding that if not happy, one should change paths. Jerry Beasley and Terry Sammons attended the ceremony.
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