Nuclear scientists gather in Augusta for neutron focused ANS meeting
The Augusta topical meeting of the American Nuclear Society, in cooperation with the U S Atomic Energy Commission and the Southern Interstate Nuclear Board, centers on neutrons from reactors cyclotrons and californium 252 with aims in cancer therapy industrial radiography and mineral exploration. Local leaders from Aiken County and the Savannah River Plant participate.
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Augusta
American Nuclear Society
ANS
U.S. Atomic Energy Commission
Southern Interstate Nuclear Board
Savannah River
Aiken
Dr. Clark Ice
W. P. Overbeck
Aiken County
Fallacy In Georgia's Case On 1972 Convention Delegates
Georgia asks a federal court to force national parties to allocate 1972 convention delegates by population. It objects to bonus seats for states that backed a ticket last election and argues for one person one vote. Georgia cites 1968 Wallace support reducing its delegate share.
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Georgia
George C. Wallace
Georgia court case on apportioning delegates to national conventions
The piece argues that basing delegate counts on population would let large states or their big cities dominate national conventions. It notes Democratic and Republican critics in Washington square off with the Georgia suit and cites separate suits by California and New York seeking one man one vote.
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Georgia
U.S. Court of Appeals
Washington, D.C
California
New York
Chicago
Los Angeles
Philadelphia
The Good Farmer and the American Agriculture Scene
The piece argues farmers prosper in some areas despite recession and price swings. It notes rising land values and mechanization needs, with 2.9 million fewer farms over 11 years and an average size of 389 acres. It praises Nixon farm policy for freedom to choose crops with supports, while warning about future consolidation and social upheaval.
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America
Nixon
Harold S Vanderbilt and the Vanderbilt Legacy
Harold Stirling Vanderbilt died at 85 leaving a vast legacy in railroads, philanthropy, and bridge. The Vanderbilt line began with Commodore Cornelius and included the Elm Court estate in Aiken later owned by Harold and his brother William. Harold originated contract bridge rules such as vulnerability and helped shape the game’s early championships. He was buried in Newport, Rhode Island.
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Vanderbilt
Aiken
Vanderbilt University
Univer
Havana
Newport, R.I
The Loser Image Returns As Nixon Faces Stormy Presidency
The piece argues Nixon won on both noms and election in 1968 yet remains a flawed figure. It urges sympathy over gloating, critiques public life mediocrity, and calls for rallying behind the flag amid a likely stormy tenure. It notes congressional dominance and discusses proposed one term six year presidency reforms.
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Richard Nixon
Capitol Hill
Mike Mansfield
George Aiken
Tax Returns Near Deadline Prompt Reforms and Refunds
The piece notes common errors on 1040 forms including missing mailing labels and arithmetic mistakes with many refunds expected. It explains computer checks catch mistakes and promising relief as refunds arrive. A light golf-side anecdote follows about a driver warning a motorist after a miscue.
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IRS
Some Things Mail Tells A Columnist By HAL BOYLE
New York AP column notes quirky facts from reader mail. It cites a blue whale voice carrying 100 miles underwater and seeds surviving a thousand years. It items tax burdens and work hours, marijuana use, college time, and holiday stress inspiring help calls.
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Hal Boyle
New York
U.S
Manhattan
World Health Organization
Jules Podell
Copacabana
Mental Health Association
Josh Billings
Reader letters praise Hastings Wyman. praise for second plan
Two letters to the editor from Aiken and a reader named Gertrude Little debate local city actions. The first letter credits Councilman Hastings Wyman for initiating and switching to a more liberal youth center proposal, praising candor and forthrightness. The second letter criticizes an April 7 editorial for implying loyalties of Ramsey Clark and questions editorial methods and reliance on insinuation over facts.
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Aiken Standard
Salvation Army
Hastings Wyman
Council
Mr. Wyman
Weighing Love and Family in a Widow's Marriage
A widow with two children plans to marry a widower with three children. In-laws oppose the union, but the couple should decide based on genuine love and shared responsibility. If they marry, they must face and solve parenting challenges together with realism and faith.
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J.L
Aiken Standard Seeks Signed Letters for Publication
The Aiken Standard invites letters to the editor signed with the writer’s mailing address. Anonymous communications are not considered. Pen names are not permitted. Letters should be legible and may be edited for space clarity taste and libel.
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D-Ark
Bill Proxmire
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