13 Apr 1979
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1979
Page
1
Have You Heard notes a Friday the 13th occurrence and mentions Ken Hofstetter taking hula lessons in native attire with no explanation from him.
Bruce Lietzke shot a 5 under 67 to lead the Masters after the first round at Augusta National. He said he was in a trance during four straight birdies and doubted his ability to win, while Tom Watson and Jack Nicklaus struggled to keep pace behind the early front-runners Leonard Thompson Joe Inman and Ed Sneed shared early position at 68.
The Easter gospel proclaims that Jesus Christ conquered death through the resurrection. Disciples faced meaninglessness after the crucifixion, but Easter brings new life and victory over sin as the tomb shows He is risen. The sermon urges belief in the risen Christ.
Heyward G. Shealy of the state health department said no more Three Mile Island waste shipments would enter South Carolina without written confirmation of contents after turning back two truckloads. DOE and NRC spokesmen declined to say if high level waste might go to Savannah River Plant near Aiken, though DOE noted the plant is the only East Coast site with capacity for such waste.
In Aiken the peak tax season drives CPAs into overtime with midnight Monday deadline looming. Joe W Dunkin and Harold T Smith report heavy caseloads while stressing business and individual returns require time and accuracy. Burdell notes business taxes can be easier than personal filings.
Transcripts released show nuclear technicians and officials at Three Mile Island unsure of the problem and actions for days after the accident. NRC Chairman Hendrie compared operations to blind men staggering, as Governor Thornburgh sought evacuation guidance and the panel discussed uncertain information.
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