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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1979
Page
5
A humorous look at children and parents using casual phrases to delay chores and decisions. The piece contrasts Justaminute with Illsee as two invented words that coax action or delay. It notes how families adapt these terms to multitask and negotiate daily duties.
A reader asks about lasting with a partner who avoids sex while wanting commitment, another asks parents to curb teen dating rules, and a 16 year old explains how being grounded led to personal growth. Abby endorses open needs, parental guidance, and constructive responses.
Edith Brandenburg, a North Augusta policewoman since 1957, reflects on crossing guard duties at school, uniforms, and changing attitudes. She supervises 10 officers, notes progress in training and authority, and recalls early sexism and shifts in uniform policy.
Jefferson Junior High ninth grader Vernon Bush won the 1978 Aiken County Spelling Bee using a love of reading and a dictionary aided by his mother. He plans to study engineering and enjoys geometry, the Math Club, football, basketball, the outdoors, and playing guitar. The 1979 bee will be held Thursday at noon at the Aiken Standard with top finishers from four district areas competing.
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