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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1982
Page
4
The Aiken County Courthouse debate reaches an 18 year arc with eight studies. Advocates urge renovation citing lower cost and preserved historic value, while opponents push for a new modern facility. The paper argues renovation offers best interests and urges timely council decision.
The 1981 tax cuts under President Reagan offer a faint ray of relief as April 15 arrives amid debates on further cuts. Higher Social Security taxes and bracket shifts dampen benefits, while the underground economy is estimated at 300 billion dollars, suggesting substantial untaxed revenue and deficits looming over economic recovery.
A historical overview traces Britain’s global reach from the 18th to the 20th century, noting the shrinking empire as colonies like India Burma Ghana and Jamaica gain independence. It mentions remaining possessions in Hong Kong and the Falkland Islands and recalls figures such as Churchill and mutineers of the Bounty era.
A light column on income tax and New Year resolutions. It riffs on how taxes feel punitive yet invites charity and self reflection. A playful exchange teases readers about aging and the columnist’s persona with humorous barbs.
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