20 Aug 1991
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1991
Page
1
DAN BERNARDINO Calif AP One day before he hanged himself a police officer confessed on video tape to killing his 3 year old foster daughter Craig Aannivone 29 admitted punching her in the stomach after she broke house rules Robbins said police were searching for the body.
Obituary notices list Jala J Baxley of Williston Hugh Marvin Berry of North Augusta Ruth J Derrick of Johnston Joe Ben Dukes of Edgefield Nan Goodwin of Augusta Allen Holloway of Aiken Joseph Howland of Augusta Elmo B Scott of Augusta Alvin Ray Smith of Warrenville and David Werts of Saluda with reference to further details on page 38
Staff Writer Philip Lori reports that Gorbachev's removal mirrors past Soviet power shifts with reformers alternated by conservatives. Dr Val Lumans of USC Aiken notes the pattern of leadership changes, while Windham, a retired city manager, reflects on the unexpected forceful ouster by the military and KGB.
Crowds across Moscow and other cities surge in defense of Gorbachev and democracy. Boris Yeltsin addresses 150000 protesters outside the Russian Parliament, condemning coup leaders while demanding talks with Gorbachev and restoration of communications. Tanks loom, paratroopers patrol, and demonstrations spread to Leningrad and Moldova amid warnings of arrests.
Washington reports Bush and top aides drafting a firm response to the Kremlin upheaval. The president condemned the forceful changes in Moscow and urged respect for democratic processes and international commitments, including human rights accords. He spoke with world leaders by phone as Poland and Czechoslovakia leaders were noted in contacts.
Western leaders and foes react to the hard line takeover in Moscow after Gorbachev's ouster. Analysts warn disruption to arms control talks, Middle East diplomacy, and Afghan peace efforts could stymie global recovery while markets fear renewed East bloc rigidity. Experts say lasting reform remains unlikely to be reversed.
South Carolina chief insurance commissioner John Richards announced a new recoupment fee on non owner auto policies beginning next week. The fee targets drivers who deny car ownership to secure cheaper coverage, aiming to deter abuse and raise costs for offenders. Approximately 11 500 drivers were identified last year as using non owner policies to evade premium rules.
Ambrose L Schwallie named president of Westinghouse Savannah River Company effective immediately. He has been acting manager since mid May after James Moore was reassigned following an internal audit into illegal financial and management practices at two construction accounts. Massaro notes Schwallie brings nuclear tech and site knowledge. He plans to work with DOE field office manager Peter Hekman to implement changes and improve operations as the self assessment continues.
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