Americans See Progress In Racial Equality Poll
Six in ten Americans say the nation has made substantial progress toward Martin Luther King Jr. reality of racial equality, per ICR/SR poll. Yet a broad coalition plans Saturday's March on Washington to press Jobs Justice and Peace, with 59 percent noting progress and 47 percent noting persisting injustice. blacks report higher awareness of injustice, while younger adults recall the 1963 march more clearly.
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Democrats Propose Property Tax Cut Edge in 1994 Election
Democrats in South Carolina floated eliminating residential property taxes funding education a plan aimed at boosting 1994 prospects. The proposal would shave about 180 million from tax rolls and halve homeowners bills on average, sparking cautious reactions from lawmakers and educators who demand replacement funds or alternative revenue.
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News tip line and contacts for readers
Readers are invited to share ideas by calling 548-2311. The note lists names including David Bradberry of Columbia Ellie Collins of Augusta and Russell Freeman of North Anouce, suggesting community input channels.
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Unemployment at S C Worst Rate in Six Years
The July unemployment rate in South Carolina rose to 7.2 percent, the highest in six years, with officials noting no rise in trade sector jobs and seasonal factors affecting the economy. State employment director Robert E. David commented on public sentiment and the lack of improvement since 1988.
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Tourism jobless outlook tied to coast area's furloughs
David said summer tourism would raise area jobless figures while textile layoffs worsen the gap. New tourism jobs offset by pullbacks as Navy base and shipyard plan closures by 1986. He noted unemployment fell in Charleston and Berkeley counties, but Georgetown County remained a tourist hub with unclear reasons.
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Judge Approves Consent Order in New Ellenton Sewer Case
Circuit Court Judge Luke N Brown approves a consent order between New Ellenton and NationsBank resolving the bank suit over sewer bond obligations. The agreement delays a receiver, directs funds for audits, and allows use of sewer revenues to cover operating costs as the 5 million project lags and funds dwindle amid ongoing probes and past mayoral arrests.
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Citadel grads back ruling on all male cadet policy
Citadel alumni in Aiken applaud a court stay blocking admission of Shan Faulkner to the all male military college as her bid to become the first female cadet faces ongoing litigation. Supporters argue the school’s policy and the Board of Visitors appeal process should stand.
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USC-S Picked By Would-Be Female Cadet
Shannon Faulkner, an 18-year-old Powdersville woman, registered to start at the University of South Carolina at Spartanburg after being in and out of The Citadel. She said USCS was her next choice and she needed to start this week, though the semester began Monday.
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