14 Apr 1997
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1997
Page
1
Augusta native Woods seals a historic Masters win with a final round 69 to finish 18 under par at 270, breaking Nicklaus and Floyd's 72 hole record. Runner up Tom Kite notes stillness over securing second as fans roar on the 18th green.
Tiger Woods captured the green jacket with a 12 stroke victory at Augusta National, the first African American winner in the event's 61 year history. He dedicated the win to mentors like Lee Elder and family as he celebrated with Earl and Kukida Woods.
Death notices for Erstin E. Black of Leesville Ethel C. Daniels of Belvedere Paula Anne Drannon of Aiken Teddy J. Grizzard of Warrenville William Howard Heath of Aiken and Andrew Holloway of Augusta are listed in page 5A obituaries.
Georgia lottery results show Cash 4 numbers 67 72 and Pantany 5 numbers 4 15 23 26 30. No player names or locations provided.
Brenda Bentley of the Aiken Center for Alcohol and Other Drug Services leads a countywide effort to curb alcoholism. The center marks Alcohol Awareness Month with talks and information sessions aimed at teens and residents, highlighting the dangers of adolescent drinking and celebrating stories of recovery.
In Columbia, nearly half a million South Carolina taxpayers race to meet the April 15 state income tax deadline. CPAs and prep services report peak activity this weekend and today as IRS offices extend hours for last minute inquiries. Refunds total $513.5 million, with many filers owing taxes amid a modestly stronger economy.
The Aiken County post offices keep regular hours except the Aiken Post Office at 307 Laurens St NW. It will stay open until midnight with two windows for taxes and other mailing needs. A spokesman promises staff will remain on site to assist customers.
Experts warn people to avoid math errors and ensure W2 forms are attached. Ringer advises double checking signatures and adding sufficient postage to mailings to prevent late returns. She notes that a 32 cent shortfall can cost taxpayers greatly in penalties.
Couchton Baptist Church raised their pastor Rev Mayhew West in a cage to the steeple after a promise that attendance reach 100. Easter attendance hit 135 as West used reverse psychology to motivate the church. He aims to lift Christ’s name with a celebratory day and plans a second service and a firefighter tribute.
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