Senate backs tough stance against Castro subversion
The Senate passed a resolution by 69 to 27 warning Fidel Castro and Cuba that Washington will stop Castro inspired subversion by whatever means necessary including the use of arms. It signals support for tougher action if needed though some fear provoking Castro.
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Reagan Wins Tax Bill Victory Deepens GOP Split
President Reagan secures a narrow House majority for a $98.3 billion tax bill amid GOP splits as 103 Republicans join 123 Democrats while 89 Republicans oppose. The tax rise aims to curb deficits and sustain supply side gains, with Wall Street rallying on hopes of lower rates and inflation. The outcome tests Reagan's leadership and the party's unity ahead of next steps in tax reform.
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Would FDR Be Pleased by Capitol Memorial Proposals
The Milwaukee Journal questions the $31 million presidential memorial garden for Franklin D Roosevelt near the Tidal Basin. It praises a modest granite memorial near the National Archives and criticizes grandiose plans as pompous while urging Congress to fund sensible maintenance.
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Readers criticize Aiken developments as unattractive eyesores
In Aiken readers fault growth management and center owners for neglecting landscaping and upkeep. Edens and McTeer faced complaints over Kalmia Shopping Center and Richland Avenue, while the Federal Building at York and Barnwell shows poor maintenance despite initial landscaping. Local representatives tried to intervene with limited success.
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Controversial Letter on South Carolina and Lebanon
A reader blasts Aiken and Aiken County for high living costs and crime then links it to dangers from a rare disease and radiation. The letter urges factual reporting on Lebanon, criticizes World Press coverage of the PLO and Lebanese Christians, and cites biblical references while proposing prayer for national leaders and questioning Menachem Begin’s role. It includes contact details for Jewish Voice Prophetic Magazine and ends with signatures Fred W. and Sarah M. Ponder.
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Aiken Standard Letters to the Editor Policy
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with writer’s handwriting and mailing address. Anonymous submissions are rejected and all letters may be edited for space clarity taste and libel. Brief letters preferred and addressed to Letters to the Editor P O Box 456 Aiken South Carolina 29801.
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Tsay on licenses for fishing and water skiing
The note states you must buy a license to fish and to water ski. It references Jack W. Coleman with a P O Box 2572 for contact or further information.
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Back-To-College Blues Signal Worsening Aid Outlook
A Chronicle survey shows 1982-83 freshman applications down 2 percent at private colleges and 1 percent at publics. Freshman deposits fell 6.3 percent private and 3.2 percent public. Costs, loan limits, and demographic shifts strain access, prompting talk of tax-exempt state bonds for loans despite cautions about college credit guarantees.
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Chronicle of Higher Education
Janice Fine
The
United States Student Association
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