Our View Du Pont Influence Felt In Area For Long Time
The closing of Du Pont Co s transition office in Aiken marks the end of an era that began in 1950 with plans for a nuclear materials plant near Aiken. For a year Du Pont kept an office in Woodside Executive Park run by A H Peters Jr and Mary Willis, a far cry from years of vast influence and community involvement that supported culture, charities, schools, sports and government.
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Du Pont Influence Lingers In Upstate South Carolina
The article notes that about 5,000 SRP pensioners remain in South Carolina with many in Aiken County. Surviving pensioners continue monthly payments and insurance benefits. A planned USC Aiken campus planetarium honors Du Pont, funded by local and former Du Pont workers. Many retirees work with Westinghouse Savannah River Co. at the Savannah River facility.
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Letters To The Editor Umpire Bo Rucker Honored By Local Coach
John Adams of Graniteville praises long serving Aiken County baseball umpire Bo Rucker for his patient guidance. He recalls coaching Dixie Y Baseball and witnessing Rucker’s calm handling of injured players and his help teaching proper bat grip over years of service.
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No Turning Back In South Africa
A persuasive essay argues that South Africa has embarked on a irreversible path toward non racial democracy. It urges constructive American involvement, supports continued reforms, and calls for empowerment programs while noting ANC support is not universal among Black South Africans and urging wide participation in negotiations.
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Aiken Standard Public Letters Policy Overview
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with the writer’s mailing address and legal content, preferably typewritten. Brevity is favored and letters are edited for clarity, with no subject limits. Send to The Editor Box 456 Aiken SC 29802 for publication consideration.
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Environmental costs threaten Bush environmental pledge
The Wall Street Journal notes acid rain provisions could cost industry 4.1 billion and forecasts higher car prices and job losses. Critics warn the Clean Air Act 1990 is a heavy burden, while supporters argue risk is justified to curb pollution and global warming. The piece questions cost benefits and political risks for the Bush administration.
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Ethnicity and Immigration in American Identity and Policy
A commentary contrasts Gorbachev’s ethnic challenges with American integration of diverse groups. It notes Lithuania, Baltic issues, and U S immigration trends, arguing ethnicity fuels national vitality when balanced with unity. It cites Barone, Borja, Wattenberg, Zinsmeister, and Francese on immigration’s role in renewing youth, skills, and economic strength.
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Basement vs dining area sparks census room debate
A wife and husband argue over whether basements count as rooms on the census form. A hotline respondent suggests counting the dining area, while the couple ultimately counts seven rooms including the basement and dining area. The piece riffs on how households interpret room counting and demographic implications.
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