Gregg-Graniteville Foundation Gives USC Aiken $60,000
The Gregg-Graniteville Foundation pledges $60,000 to USC Aiken over three years for endowment funding and to support a Bachelor of Science nursing program. The gift, acclaimed by USC Aiken Chancellor Dr. Robert Alexander as highly significant, continues a long tradition of local educational and charitable support in Aiken County.
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Gregg-Graniteville Foundation
Aiken County
Graniteville Co
USC Aiken
Usc-A
Robert Alexander
Gregg-Graniteville
Swint
Aiken
Graniteville
Sons and Daughters
Hitchcock Rehabilitation Center
Usc-Aiken
Public Citizen of the Year Honors Aiken Advocate
Mrs. Robert G. Garvin of Aiken is named Public Citizen of the Year by the South Carolina chapter of the National Association of Social Workers. She serves on the South Carolina Mental Health Commission and has led county and state Mental Health Associations, while acting as regional vice president of the National Mental Health Association. She is a sought after speaker, radio program author, newsletter editor, columnist, and active church member with three grown children.
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Robert G
Carol) Garvin
Aiken
South Carolina
National Association of Social Workers
Garvin
Double Standard in Jackson Farrakhan Death Threat Debate
The piece argues media and Democratic leaders show a double standard in handling Farrakhan’s death threat against reporter Milton Coleman and Jackson's ties to Farrakhan. It notes Mondale and Hart urged repudiation but avoided broader backlash to avoid black voter alienation. It warns of rising black white tensions harming Jackson’s convention influence.
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Jesse Jackson
Jackson
Louis Farrakhan
Nation of Islam
Washington Post
Milton Coleman
Coleman
Tom
Judas
Farrakhan
Malcolm X
Hymietown
Walter F. Mondale
Colorado
Gary Hart
Reagan
James Lengle
Georgetown University
KKK
Rainbow Coalition
South
Farrakahn
Farrahahn
The Business Of Business Explained On Baylor Roots
The speaker recalls Baylor University as a launchpad for entrepreneurship amid a turbulent era. He credits businesspeople with creating jobs, profits, and taxes while investing in growth and research. He apologizes for a non producing profession's neglect and pledges no change in attitude.
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Ceylon
Eisenhower
Baylor
Texas
Mark White
Time
Newsweek
CBS
NBC
ABC
Temptation and Sin Weaken Our Moral Strength
The note parallels a reader G S with Paul who admits failing to do what is right. It argues the core issue is lack of moral and spiritual strength caused by sin, described as a crippling disease that hinders choosing good over temptation.
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DR. Graham
G.S
Apostle Paul
Jackson's untenable position in Pennsylvania primary
In Philadelphia Jesse L. Jackson faces a tense balance as he defends the runoff primary stance while condemning backlash over Farrakhan remarks. His campaign risks alienating black and moderate white voters, potentially fueling a split or independent bid before the Democratic convention.
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Philadelphia
Jesse L. Jackson
Rainbow Coalition
Jackson
Pennsylvania
Louis Farrahahn
Farrahahn
Critics Call Presidential Perks Wasteful and Outdated
The piece argues against presidential libraries and perks for ex presidents arguing they cost millions annually and set poor examples. It suggests consolidating papers, microfilming, and limiting office expenses while maintaining Secret Service protection. It compares ex presidents to celebrities and urges ending wasteful spending.
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White House
Senate Government Affairs Committee
Letters to the Editor Submissions at Aiken Standard
The Aiken Standard accepts signed letters to the editor with writers’ return addresses. Anonymous letters are rejected. Handwritten or typewritten submissions are preferred and may be edited for space clarity taste and libel. Letters should be addressed to The Editor, Aiken Standard, P O Box 456, Aiken SC 29801.
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Aiken
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