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Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Aug 30, 1990

Page

2

Cult leader faces possible passing penalty in Ohio case

In Painesville Ohio Jeffery, found guilty of serious harm and holding against will in slayings, could face the electric chair or life in prison. His wife Alice received five consecutive life terms. Victims Dennis Avery Cheryl and their two daughters, ages 7 and 1, were killed at the Lundgrens rented farm in Kirtland near Cleveland. Bodies dumped in a common grave. motive tied to a soul cleansing ritual. Jury to reconvene September 10 to decide sentence option.

Painesville Ohio Jeffery Alice Sands Dennis Avery Cheryl Lundgrens Kirtland Cleveland Averys Christ Lundgren

Ultrasound May Replace Amniocentesis

A Boston study concludes ultrasound scans can accurately detect spinal anomalies and birth defects in preborn babies without miscarriage risk, offering an alternative to amniocentesis. Dr Beryl Enacarras notes women should be involved in the decision and receive clear odds.

Boston Berylenacerras Noedy

Biden urges action against violence after campus murders

Senate Judiciary Chair Senator Biden cites five Gainesville campus slayings as proof of a wave of violence against women. He warns that young women are disproportionately victimized and highlights an APA study claiming one in five women face lifetime rape odds, with acquaintance rape being a real and frequent danger.

Washington Florida Congressional Senate Committee Joseph R. Biden Jr D-Del Biden Gainesville Fla America

Edwards links militants to blocked California oil off shore

Former Energy Secretary James Edwards, now president of the Medical University of South Carolina, says militant environmentalists blocked Phillips Petroleum from tapping offshore oil 15 miles off California. He warns U S troops are sent to the Middle East for oil obtainable at home. Edwards cites a $250 million write off.

Harleston United States Middle East Energy James Edwards Edwards The Medical University of South Carolina Phillips Petroleum Corp California Phillips

Aiken Standard Classified Ad Lines and Office Details

Classified contact numbers and office hours are listed for the Aiken Standard. The address is 124 Rutland Drive with mailing options at P O Box 456 Aiken SC 29002. The note includes print schedule and general customer service contacts.

Aiken Standard Rutland Drive Aiken Standard, P.O Aiken

Tornado Devastates Plainfield Area Killing Dozens

Survivors shift to shelter as brutal twins tear through Plainfield and Crest Hill Illinois. At least 24 killed and 300 injured with $100 million in damage. Officials report 5,000 without power, 70+ hospitalized, and a Plainfield High School damaged. President Bush declares disaster area and funds offered for relief.

Plainfield Ill Robert Whitesel Whitesel Chicago Crest Hill National Crest Bush Illinois Ans Red Cross Salvation Army

Standoff Not Over in Oka Bridge Barricades

Mohawk warriors warn the confrontation near Oka Quebec is not finished despite police removing barricades at the Mercier Bridge. After 50 days of armed standoff the first signs of resolution appeared as residents cheered while debris was cleared and barricades were dismantled.

Oka Quebec Montreal Mercier St. Lawrence River

Inventor Wins Patent for Single Chip Computer

After a long battle Gilbert Hyatt, a 52 year old engineer from La Palma, received a patent on July 17 for a single chip computer he conceived in 1968. Experts doubt it covers all microprocessor chips. majors like Intel and Motorola are poised to challenge, while Hyatt envisions royalties to fund more lab work.

Los Angeles Ilbert Hyatt Hyatt la Palma U.S. Patent Office Roger Borovoy Santa Clara Motorola Inc Tim Bajarin Intel Ted Hoff Federico Faggin Stan Mazor Texas Instruments Inc Gordon Casey

Grip Tightens on Drinking Laws at South Carolina Colleges

College students under 21 caught violating state underage drinking laws will have their names reported to Clemson and the University of South Carolina. The ABC Commission plans to forward names for deterrence and possible alcohol education programs, with enforcement based on student IDs and charges such as illegal possession and open containers.

Columbia — College University of South Carolina Clemson Joe Dorton State Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission South Carolina Clemson University ABC USC Dorton

Fant Apologizes Over Escort Service Probes

Rep. Ennis Fant admitted using his legislative Hire to interview women for an escort service, while the House Ethics Committee warned of a formal hearing if apology fell short. The panel reprimanded Fant, citing probable cause of violating state law by using office for financial gain. Rex Bailey filed the complaint. Pat Harris led the ethics panel, with Jim Anders declining action.

Columbia Ennis Fant House Ethics Committee Fant Pat Harris D-Anderson Suh Circuit Jim Anders Anders Ethics Committee Orly Rex Bailey Fountain Inn South Carolina Taxpayers Association Tuesay Green Bailey Harris

South Carolina lottery courier operators sue state for damages

Francis McGowan and Tommy Northern of Southeastern Courier Service sue the state and officials for 2 million dollars alleging unfair targeting after a temporary restraining order shut down their operation. Greenwood authorities also charged a courier service owner under lottery laws.

1 Lottery Travis Medlock Larry Grant Common Pleas Court Francis McGowan Tommy Northern Southeastern Courier Service Greenwood McGowan Northern South Carolina

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