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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1990
Page
2
Vice President Spiro Agnew faced accusations of taking kickbacks from government contracts and vowed to stay in office before ultimately resigning, marking a dramatic end to his tenure in 1973.
Rebels led by Prince Johnson seize more foreigners and threaten U S Marines near the U S Embassy as Monrovia battles erupt. Johnson displays 22 hostages from eight nations and demands a peacekeeping force to halt the seven month civil war that has left thousands dead. In South Carolina, Kevin Alford faces reckless driving charges after a June incident on I 85 involving an Anderson County deputy.
A mentally retarded Lexington man, Danny Smith, 32, with the mental capacity of a 6 year old, has spent 49 days in Lexington County jail after being charged with stealing a 79 cent carburetor fluid can. He was arrested June 19 at a Bi Lo store after a security guard called police. His mother Mary Colman says he needs help not jail and notes seizures and past prison time.
Vice President Dan Quayle met with Peru's new president Alberto Fujimori to press for anti drug measures and economic development aid. The talks aimed to secure congressional approval for aid linked to stronger Peru drug control and reform.
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Governor Campbell outlines an ethics and campaign finance reform package to curb political influence and increase disclosure. Proposals include origin of contributions, early reports before elections, and limits on large donations, with party opposition citing strategic concerns.
U.S. oil industry eyes a possible recovery as Iraq's invasion of Kuwait and a U.N. embargo threaten supply. Rig counts have risen recently yet remain well below the 1961 peak, with analysts split on how Gulf tensions will affect drilling activity and investment. Oil prices jumped to around $28 a barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange, signaling cautious optimism amid lingering memories of past booms and busts.
South Carolina sees a statewide average 4.1 cents more per gallon after the Iraq invasion of Kuwait. Steven Hamm of the Consumer Affairs office cites panic buying and possible gouging by oil firms and retailers as drivers. officials note prices rose quicker than crude costs. AAA reports Spartanburg the highest jump at 7.1 cents, with statewide gas prices up from 1.02 to 1.063 per gallon.
Georgia voters chose Lt. Gov. Zell Miller over former Atlanta mayor and U. S. official Andy Young in a Democratic runoff. With 99 percent of precincts reporting, Miller led 62 percent to 38 percent. Young urged party unity and defended his campaign against Miller’s banking ties.
The Marion Barry drug and perjury trial jury would not reveal its verdict on count 12, though a juror indicated a verdict may exist. Foreman Edward Eagles said the panel had reached a verdict on count 12 but requested polling. Judge Jackson deferred further disclosure and dismissed the jurors after a routine question.
Charleston experts warn the loss of 10 national insurers from South Carolina personal coverage may trigger rate hikes. Aetna Travelers Hartford and Cigna pullout affects 56 percent of auto and homeowner market worth about 70 million in sales. Richard F. Russell of American Mutual Fire Insurance comments on the industry. The state regulator approved 5 to 29 percent rate increases for 11 P and C firms last week.
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