James H Dickert Jr dies at 53 after long public schools career
Our View notes the life of James H Dickert Jr a longtime industrial technology teacher with Aiken County Public Schools who died November 7 after a cancer illness aged 53 He retired in June after 28 years serving at L B C High and Midland Valley praised for fairness and dedication by Superintendent Joseph Brooks and friend Hugh Bland Born in Belton he studied at Anderson Junior College and East Tennessee State University He aided in community and school activities and in off months drove bus tours Memorials are requested to the Area Three Scholarship Fund or the American Cancer Society.
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Perfect Pinnacled Tree Idea From Farm Talk
A writer argues growing Christmas trees in Missouri Ozarks is challenging. He describes seed selection, nursery years, transplant beds, field planting, and annual pruning to shape a perfect tree. Additional risks include weather, pests, wildlife, and theft before harvest. He recalls a conversation with Wayne Harpster.
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Letter writers critique city plans and taxes in Aiken
A reader agrees with Nancy Wilds and Mr Anaclerio to visit the old post office exhibit and cautions against costly redevelopment in Aiken. He recalls the town’s quiet charm since 1954, opposes fountain removal and a Laurens Street tower, mocks lamp posts painted red, and questions a $200,000 paving and decor project while praising pothole repairs and curb appeal.
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Dems Learn Loss Of Job Is A Bummer
Washington column portrays defeated 1990s Democrats adjusting to powerless status after the November GOP wave. It notes 83 House members ousted, Speaker Foley departing, Gingrich rising, and reactions from leaders like Hyde and Armey. Grady frames the scene with blunt, sardonic tone.
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GATT Vote Signals Limited Bipartisanship for Clinton Era
The GATT approval showed Congress acting nonpartisan but signals differ for the 1996 agenda. With Republicans in control, conservatives clash with liberals on crime funding and welfare reform, while health care may see bipartisan dialogue but likely no sweeping reform. The piece warns against overinterpreting GATT as bipartisan consensus.
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