26 Apr 1983
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1983
Page
1
The Baltimore Colts chose John Elway as the top pick after shopping his rights for weeks. The Stanford star, an All-American, enters the league but questions remain about when he will play.
A team of seven rescuers entered a flooded cave 1 800 feet into a hillside to reach eight spelunkers trapped by high water for three days. Police divers supplied food dry clothing and blankets as pumps drained the cave. The operation near Mount Vernon Kentucky was led by experts from the Greater Cincinnati Grotto Club and expected to take up to two hours.
The National Commission on Excellence in Education warns of a rising tide of mediocrity in U S education urging tougher standards and a longer school day. Education Secretary Bell notes a shocking collapse in student performance since the late 1960s as the panel releases its White House report.
Clemson extension agent Terry Mathis notes last week’s frost harmed warm weather crops like tomatoes beans and corn along with Irish potatoes. Replant tomatoes and peppers is possible but watch for disease and pests later. corn may recover if plants were small with few leaves.
Rep. Derrick argues the L-Reactor restart is essential for defense and should not be delayed by an EIS, noting four public hearings may satisfy an expedited review. He favors a 4.5 percent real defense budget increase and recalls urging President Carter to restart the reactor in 1980.
Dorothy Collins joined Aiken’s Housing Rehabilitation Program to remodel her aunt Rocelia Daniels’ Union Street home. The city provides low interest loans and project help, with many homes in the Martin Hill area upgraded under a three year Community Development Block Grant.
Four Aiken trained colts remain among the 405 3-year-olds nominated for the Kentucky Derby with only about 20 spots available. Highland Park Freezing Rain Caveat and Chumming are highlighted as potential entrants with notable earnings and form. Highland Park has notable wins and earnings while Freezing Rain faces tighter competition despite recent surges in form. trainers Anthony Basile and Woody Stephens are noted among others guiding Derby hopefuls.
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