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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1981
Page
4
A harsh editorial condemns Libyan hit squads and urges strong action. It cites Sirhan Sirhan and Hinckley cases, criticizes Carter and Watergate era limits on the CIA, and calls for decisive retaliation if any American official is harmed.
Sen Charles H Percy and Rep Larry Winn Jr propose selling surplus and excess government property. Abandoned lighthouses bases ammo dumps prisons factories post offices and airports could fund debt reduction. Park lands monuments and historic sites would be excluded. An OMB led review is planned.
A short verse by Ogden Nash reflects on Christmas innocence and wishes for a sweeter season for future generations. The playful holiday couplet expresses gentle goodwill toward children and families during Christmas time.
A historical reflection argues society is pushed by a media shaped culture and urges Americans to reach a stomach turning point to restore principle. It recalls Britain’s reforms under Victoria and earlier eras where public will rebounded against decay. The text contrasts political push and shove with moral resolve and calls for renewed national integrity.
Readers comment on Whiskey Road traffic and speed limits. A letter from S David Stoney Jr. defends Physicians for Social Responsibility and urges informed citizenship. A family plea from Linda and Wallace Taylor seeks to clear Wally Slayton's name after his murder.
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