22 Aug 1974
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1974
Page
1
Cypriot President Glafcos Clerides and Turkish Cypriot Vice President Rauf Denktaş moved toward a direct meeting in Nicosia. Clerides said ceasefire conditions foster a peaceful Cyprus solution and awaited a time to address humanitarian issues of both communities.
Washington AP reports the GAO found a $1 per barrel price rise, approved last December by the Nixon administration, raised industry profits but did not spur immediate increases in oil production. Major oil companies doubt production gains will come soon.
Muharem Kurbegovic, 31, a Yugoslavian immigrant, is set to be charged with murder in the August 6 Los Angeles International Airport bombing that killed three. Police say he claimed responsibility in calls and tapes but he again refuses to speak, while neighbors and his landlady recall a articulate past. Authorities allege a motive linked to vengeance over prior lewd conduct arrest and denied permission to run a dance hall.
The Senate plans to send President Ford a bill expanding protections for 35 to 40 million workers covered by private pension plans. The measure would guarantee full vesting, require full funding, and create a government insurance plan for failed plans. It also offers tax incentives for individuals to start pensions and increases tax exempt funds for self employed people such as doctors and lawyers.
Shirley Temple Black is nominated by President Ford to serve as Ambassador to Ghana. She calls the announcement deeply honored and plans to move with her family if the Senate confirms. she will discuss details at the nomination hearing.
The Senate cut military appropriations by nearly 5 billion while resisting deeper Pentagon cuts. President Ford addressed both chambers as cooperation calls rose. Both houses moved swiftly on bills before week’s recess, with Pennsylvania Avenue noted as a two way street again.
Former White House chief of staff H R Haldeman scheduled for pre trial testimony in Charlotte in an 840000 suit by antiwar protesters who say they were barred from a Billy Graham rally at the Charlotte Coliseum on October 15 1971. His deposition will cover security measures for the presidential visit.
The stock market extended its sag as inter-rate and inflation worries weigh on sentiment. The Dow Jones industrials slipped to 705.65, with CNA Financial and Tenneco among losers on heavy volume. Murphy Oil, IBM, and Johnson & Johnson also posted declines as investors awaited potential rate increases and tighter borrowing costs.
Judy Rich staffs this brief item detailing ongoing local developments, focusing on community impact and upcoming milestones. The piece notes key figures while outlining the collective effort of residents and officials.
State highway engineers and Aiken officials finalize a plan to widen South Boundary from Whiskey Road to Laurens Street bridge to 44 feet, down from 52 feet. Current street widths range 20 to 22 feet with a minimum 19 feet at Newberry Street. J B Brice Jr notes the curb-to-curb measure and mentions a wider intersection at Whiskey Road, though exact footage remains undecided.
The Los Angeles Times reports that the Ford administration may seek a 10 cent a gallon hike in the federal gasoline tax to curb inflation and save energy. The move could cut consumption up to 5 percent, pressure oil producers to lower prices, and generate about $8 billion in new revenue to offset income taxes for low and middle income families. Projections hinge on congressional leaders approving before a likely mid October adjournment.
Forecasts promised 30 to 40 percent rain, but Aiken County stays dry while Saluda and the Lowcountry feel shower success. Heat remains staunch with highs near 90 and 60s nights, as a $100 guessing contest for the first 100 degree high lingers unresolved.
Mayor Jarred denounces Public Works Co claims as half truths about hydrant rental fees. Brown cites council action in 1970 to apply rents to the water tank note, noting Jackson paid over 4050 yearly before 1971 and mortgaged buildings to fund the tank. Public Works Commission reportedly stopped paying rent.
Walter Newman of Aiken an APS head riding master for 23 years retires due to ill health. APS Stables to be overseen by new riding master Jerry Bernard of New York who is moving to Aiken. Newman undergoes surgery at Augusta Veterans Hospital and remains in satisfactory condition.
City officials say engineering will proceed on a reduced 44 foot width for South Boundary after a contentious public meeting. Friends of the Woods protested tree removal and traffic increase. council tied votes on resuming the project and approved a 26 foot Chesterfield widening as another reduced option.
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