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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 2005
Page
15
Judge Jack Early sentences Michael R. Batchelor to 40 years for the July 2002 deaths of his three sons. Relatives react with grief as the case draws comment from public figures about loss and accountability. The Graniteville chlorine incident and related autopsy are noted in context of the broader tragedy.
Gov. Mark Sanford campaigned on a broad income tax cut for individuals and small businesses. The plan would lower the top rate for small businesses, aiming to boost the economy as manufacturing jobs fade and higher salaries follow. The measure faces a costly implementation but promises broader gains for residents and the business sector.
The Aiken Standard lists leadership and contact roles including Publisher Scott B. Hunter Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace Advertising Director Arthur T. Zappa Business Manager Ellen C. Priest Managing Editor Timothy E. O Briant Production Director Phillip Yates Circulation Director Scot Newcom Systems Manager J David Boyd and Customer Service Manager Letitia Jefferson with email formats.
Dr Doug Wyatt of the National Energy Technology Laboratory offers a view on the United States energy future. He discusses policy directions, technology priorities, and the role of fossil and clean energy in national strategy.
A wariness over rising global demand cites China’s rapid growth and competition for oil. Officials warn supplies may peak within five to fifteen years, predicting rising gasoline prices as production declines. The speaker favors exporting energy.
The column portrays Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger later Pope Benedict XVI as a strict figure who will toughly confront secularism, money changers, and abortion politics. It notes declining church attendance in the US and Europe, priest shortages, and a need for decisive leadership.
A letter argues against secularism in the West and praises Cardinal Ratzinger becoming Pope Benedict XVI. It critiques the ACLU and cultural changes while urging a strong religious voice to defend morality and human rights. The writer fears rigidity could erode spirituality yet hopes the pope will unite believers against perceived threats.
Quotes from Sarah Binder and Daphne Martin reflect skepticism about Senate scrutiny of U N ambassador nominee John R Bolton and youth engagement with faith. President Bush cites environmental stewardship as a defining duty in a free society.
A column lauds local volunteers from leaders at banks and businesses to Med Centers and churches. It highlights United Way of Aiken County board members and civic volunteers like Dr. Fred Andrea, Dr. Susan Graham, William Price, and Lee Cavanaugh, urging residents to donate one hour weekly to support community groups.
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