17 Dec 1994
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1994
Page
1
Aiken audiences greeted a touring African choir performing traditional and modern songs at a local concert. The ensemble delighted listeners with vibrant rhythms and vocal harmonies showcasing cultural heritage.
San Francisco and Denver prepare for a key gridiron clash described as a pivotal matchup on page 1B. Coaches emphasize defense and big plays as both teams seek control early in the season.
Gov. Campbell calls for a second straight year of a $600 child exemption increase for families with children under six and a capital gains tax cut from 5 percent to 3.9 percent. He says the plan adds about $400 million in new spending funded from surplus, with July 1 implementation. The note also covers Jasper County jail staying open during renovations amid fire, crowding and staff concerns, with four guards hired or recruited.
Students left school Friday for a two week Christmas vacation with plans to visit family and play outside. A small group helped Rev. France Bush Jr. deliver food to the needy, loading eleven purple baskets with food and essentials.
Obituary notices recall the deaths of Teddy Boatright North Augusta Rev. James Golphin Roberta Ga Simon King Windsor Clinton Nelson Matthews New Ellenton Edna S Sawyer Ridge Spring with brief memorial references.
President Clinton ordered U.S. forces to return to Mogadishu early next year to assist with the UN withdrawal. About 3000 Marines will land for roughly a week to defend peacekeepers as the UN pulls out amid Somali faction attacks. Senator Thurmond reluctantly supports the limited mission.
Warrenville Elementary School held its final day in the old building as students and staff prepared to relocate to a new structure at Pine Log and Howlandville roads. The move sparked mixed feelings about leaving a historic campus behind.
Soul singer James Brown and Adrienne Brown faced a temporary divorce hearing in Aiken County Family Court. Judge George Linabinet extended the mutual restraining order and allowed James Brown to retain use of their Beech Island home essential to his business.
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