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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1972
Page
4
Community reflections on Aiken County's mobile population and the impact on local leadership. The piece argues for honest civic candidates, nonpartisan evaluation of backgrounds, and a push to harness brainpower to propel the county toward a more stable, productive era.
Du Pont Savannah River Plant tops safety hours with 38 million injury free hours, surpassing Kinston and aiming to match 46 million hours set by a Chattanooga plant in 1960. Community benefits noted as area pride grows and Aiken congratulates SRP team.
Slow filing opens yet new candidates enter the race for the recently created Aiken County Council seats. Community leaders stress capable individuals are needed to serve rather than rewards for popularity.
The speaker appeals to voters to elect individuals with proven success in business government or the professions to provide the necessary sacrifice for effective county governance in Aiken County.
A sweeping assessment notes a revival of romantic and classical music across the United States. Major orchestras expand seasons and budgets while operas and concerts proliferate from Miami to Fairbanks. Government aid and rising ticket prices shape the renaissance.
A reader from Park Ave the Savannah River crossing to Augusta costs wastes time and risks travel. The writer urges more local doctors and an airport connection to Columbia or Atlanta to keep dollars in Aiken and minimize cross river trips.
A letter from J H Crawford president of the Aiken Area PTA Council appears in the Aiken Standard April 5. The writer argues the council overstepped by condemning a new advisory council appointee and urges a focus on qualifications rather than politics.
Billy Graham discusses concerns about the musical Jesus Christ Superstar and its portrayal of Judas and divinity. He notes its controversial nature, potential harms, and its impact on youth engagement, urging cautious consideration by educators and PTA members.
Holmes Alexander profiles Cholly Jack Grayson of the Price Commission as a tireless reformer contrasted with Judge Boldt of the Pay Board. Grayson campaigns in Dallas Chicago and other cities to explain how the Price Commission works and to win public support while labor and business oppose the package.
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