Christmas gifts of 1913 reveal simple joys and high tech fantasies
In a 1913 column, Bill O'Reilly contrasts candy and dolls with modern high tech toys like Furby style robots, Teksta dogs, LeapPad tablets, Flying Fairy, and Big Hugs Elmo. He mocks child tech dependencies, notes Santa’s evolving sleigh, and recalls a simpler era with rocking horses and toy trains.
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Aiken Standard Founder and Leadership Team Listed
The Aiken Standard announces its foundational year 1867 and lists key staff including Publisher Scott B. Hunter, Executive Editor Dee Taylor, Advertising Director Laura Friedman, Circulation Manager Letitia Jefferson, and other department heads.
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Tim O'Briant
Melissa Hanna
Dee Taylor
Laura Tiedman
Letitia Jefferson
Ronnie Butler
Think About It A Fool and His Money
A quotation ponders how the saying about fools and money holds until funds vanish and the fool is judged. It highlights caution about wealth and folly attributed to an unknown author.
Embrace the Suck fuels bipartisan budget push
Pelosi's phrase Embrace the Suck becomes a rallying cry to pass a bipartisan budget deal crafted by Ryan and Murray. Boehner shifts to a bottom up leadership style while challenging conservative groups. Ryan emerges as central GOP figure, with Parker noting 2014 implications.
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Paul Teller
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Thousands apply for Bridge stone jobs Stir debate in Aiken
Letter to the editor argues Bridgestone job postings reveal strong want for work. Author Anthony J. DiStefano asserts the issue is shortage of decent paying jobs, not laziness, and criticizes cutting government spending.
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Mary Barra Becomes GM’s First Female Chief Executive
The piece notes Mary Barra’s rise as GM’s 14th CEO, highlighting her long history with the company since 1980, her roles in product development, and the historic significance of a woman leading a major automaker. It frames Barra’s appointment as a milestone rooted in GM’s evolving leadership culture amid strong profits and a leaner, smarter operation.
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