State higher education panel rejects medical school merger
The Commission on Higher Education voted 9 to 6 against merging the two state medical schools, preserving the status quo. Proponents argued savings of 5.5 million annually, while opponents warn the decision may face follow up from the General Assembly and tie Columbia USC interests to Charleston MU. Dr. James B. Edwards notes the fight may continue.
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Energy
Sisquoc Condor Hatch Boosts Hope for Endangered Birds
The California condor Sisquoc hatched at the San Diego Zoo marks a rare captive birth as part of a hatchery effort to boost an endangered population. With only 23 living known condors and wild numbers dwindling, scientists rely on double clutching and careful breeding to rebuild the species while natural habitat loss continues to threaten future survival.
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Boo Boo the bear returns to Ted Turner plantation
A bear named Boo Boo is back on Ted Turner’s South Carolina plantation after wandering since October. A passerby fed her until workers tranquilized her with a gun, leaving Boo Boo 90 pounds lighter and presumably safe as Turner’s pet.
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Dr Albert Miles remembered as longtime Aiken physician
Dr Albert Miles died unexpectedly on April 7 at age 66 after practicing in his native city since 1953. A Meharry Medical School graduate and Korean War veteran, he served as a major and received a commendation medal. He chaired the trustee board at Friendship Baptist Church and taught youth Sunday school.
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A Call for Offensive Cold War Moves in Central America
The piece argues that U S policy in the Caribbean and Central America is defensive and losing. It urges backing anti Communist guerrillas in Nicaragua and Salvadoran forces to deny Soviet Cuban influence and create an offensive stance in the region.
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Unemployed Steelworkers Protest and Political Critique
An Aspauding column reflects on Pittsburgh steelworkers voicing for jobs while considering retraining and public works. It also critiques racism charges in Chicago politics, USC Holderman’s merger remarks, and editorial quips about education and dieting from Greenfield and Chicago papers.
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