09 Dec 1992
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1992
Page
1
The NCAA placed Clemson's men's basketball program on two years of probation for major violations. Clemson must forfeit two 1990 NCAA tournament wins for an ineligible player and repay 359,362.60 of its tournament earnings. The school faces limited expense-paid visits and a scholarship reduction, with executive approval pending.
Testimony began in the Bell kidnap and murder trial at the County Judicial Center. Barbara Morgan presented witnesses including Clarissa Bell, who said she last saw John Bell at 11:30 a.m. on November 2, 1991, when Krystal Scurry was missing.
The Board of Education approved a one year extension for Superintendent Dr Joseph R Brooks by a 5 4 vote and scheduled a special election with Aiken County Council on April 27 next year The board delayed a decision on contracting out maintenance and custodial services pending a committee report and will hold a special meeting next Tuesday to hear the committee results The vote followed an annual evaluation in closed session and reflected mixed opinions among board members with some voicing reservations The measure to align elections is expected to save about 8000 in funds and the board will also meet with FCA officials after hearing a county schools policy debate
Readers are invited to share news tips by calling 648-2311. Mentions several local names including Fannie 8 Bartley, Rageneld Hennis J. Creech, Barnwell Steve D. Eidson, Thomson Ga, Burney L. Hinson, North Augusta Clifford Livingston, North Bertha Saulsperry, Augusta Lillie W. Wise, Johnston.
U S Marines and Navy units landed by sea and air in Mogadishu and quickly took control of major points as food relief flights touched down at the city’s airport. Thousands of Somalis gathered to watch, while unrest in southern Somali Kismayo prompted evacuations by the U N W F P. Marines guard aid deliveries and establish three checkpoints as part of a broader force deployment.
The eastern United States will witness a moon eclipse tinted by volcanic activity but heavy clouds and possible thunderstorms will obscure viewing in Aiken. Forecasters expect rain at Bush Field as the eclipse begins around 4 59 p m EST and largely completes by 5 23 p m.
Ordinary Somalis welcomed the friendly invaders as helicopters hovercraft and military machines moved over Deathhes and roadways. Civilians crowded hillsides and rooftops, some shaking hands with the young Americans while relief efforts staggered by food shortages and interference, U.N. estimates say 400,000 Somalis died from starvation disease and warfare.
The Aiken County school district crafts major additions to its harassment policy amid national focus and stricter federal guidelines. Elizabeth Purvis leads a committee with workshops and input from principals, aiming for a final draft to board early 1983. Jane Turner of Childs and Duff acts as consultant to align with recent court rulings.
A generous anonymous couple donated 1000 to the Valley Empty Stocking Fund this week. Melanie Hutto praised donors as essential to helping families in need, and the fund continues accepting contributions to provide food and holiday cheer across Midland Valley.
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