Southern writer Peter Taylor praises family in talk at USC Aiken
Southern author Peter Taylor, native of rural Tennessee, spoke at USC Aiken as the 1985-86 Writers Series finale. He described the family as the strongest societal unit and noted his forthcoming novel A Summons to Memphis about aging and deteriorating family ties. He travels mainly in the South and aims for immortality through his work.
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Funding Plan Chosen for State Gifted Program
The Senate Finance Committee approved a compromise funding plan for Missouri gifted and talented programs. It aims to serve all eligible students next school year, despite tighter EIA standards and district supplements. The program receives about 13.7 million dollars, with districts to gain 328 dollars per pupil beyond existing funds.
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