Keen Mountain bids farewell to longtime teacher Obra Simpson
Obra Simpson, a Garden High School veteran and Keen Mountain neighbor, died at 94. Born in Norcross Georgia, she taught 36 years in Buchanan County and 30 years at Garden High, shaping generations with her Hearthside stories and memory of Georgia days. Her obituary notes Delta Kappa Gamma membership and Garden United Methodist Church.
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It Is God That Girdeth Me With Strength
The Daily Telegraph notes a biblical verse as its opening motto, citing Psalms 18 32 AV It emphasizes divine support guiding the editor and staff through their duties at the paper reflecting a devout frame of mind and editorial culture.
Labor Day 2002 Inspires Faith in American Workers
On Labor Day 2002 the article commends American workers as a unifying force behind democracy and national resilience. It praises their voting power, enduring ingenuity, and compassion, noting their role in recovery after the Sept 11 attacks and in sustaining national efforts during crises.
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Letters on court ruling against phrase in Pledge
A reader defends the phrase under God in the Pledge of Allegiance, arguing the nation’s foundation on faith and God. He denounces the court ruling as absurd and praises politicians who oppose it, urging Christians to stand firm for God and Jesus Christ.
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The Daily Telegraph invites letters on public interest matters and requires the writer's signature address and phone number for publication. Names will not be withheld. Mail letters to Letters to the Editor Bluefield Daily Telegraph 928 Bluefield Avenue Bluefield WV 24701.
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On Labor Day celebrate the mind not just muscle
Fredric Hamber, senior writer for the Ayn Rand Institute, argues Labor Day should honor the human mind and its role in invention, enterprise, and wealth creation. He contrasts mind power with Marxist views, noting capitalism amplifies labor through intellectual progress and entrepreneurial foresight.
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