05 Aug 1993
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1993
Page
1
Savannah River Site officials report high interest in early retirement and voluntary separation, with estimates of 600 to 1,000 plus workers terminating. By late June total attrition reached 641 from Feb 28, 1998 to June 80, 196, reducing layoff needs.
A Clemson extension survey shows a monthlong drought has damaged a quarter of South Carolina's agriculture, with farm and livestock losses totaling 264 million dollars, up 67 million from three weeks earlier. Cotton, fruits and vegetables suffer most, while irrigation ponds dry up and peach losses exceed 55 million. If approved as a federal disaster, farmers could access low interest loans, with the USDA reviewing county damage reports.
The town of New Ellenton filed a lawsuit Thursday alleging negligence by former Mayor Randy W. Shaw and sewer engineer George E. Cantelou Jr., and Cantelou Associates. The action seeks damages for the town and punitive damages, amid council approval at a Wednesday meeting.
New Ellenton city council unanimously reads a measure to issue 20000 in general obligation bonds to improve finances. City faces default on a tax anticipation note of about 56000 and state funds withheld totaling 35000 to 36000, with creditors owed 175000 to 180000. Sewer project woes cited as major cause.
Lawsuit alleges mayor Shaw diverted funds intended for subcontractors into personal or business accounts. It claims Shaw arranged deals with firms, agencies, and individuals without council approval, exceeding his authority and hiding practices from the council.
In Washington Democrats rally around President Clinton’s budget plan as key lawmakers shift positions. Sen. Dennis DeConcini backs the measure after concessions on deficit reduction and Social Security taxes while Sen. Bob Kerrey weighs his final vote. The plan aims to cut the deficit by 496 billion over five years with 241 billion in tax increases and 255 billion in spending restraints.
A local note requests readers to call 648 2311 with news ideas or tips for the paper. The message emphasizes sharing story leads and information for potential coverage.
A fragmented roster-style line lists individuals tied to North Augusta and surrounding towns including Wagener Vera Bedgood, Ella Mae Bussey, Fred B. McLean, Flora Bell Meadows, Paul Miller, Modestine Sherrod, G. W. Rollan Still and others in Edgenield, Aiken, Saluda and Barnwell. The spelling and punctuation are inconsistent, reflecting OCR origin.
The White House invited reporters from four Southern states including South Carolina to a briefing to back President Clinton's budget as Congress nears a vote. Laura Tyson touted the plan's targeted tax aims, Earned Income Tax Credit expansion, and job growth projections for 1993 96, while arguing the tax increase positions are balanced against the nation's deficit and debt.
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