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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1984
Page
4
An editor’s Christmas message reflects on the season’s spirit of brotherhood. It cites Christ’s teachings, the Golden Rule, and the lasting impact of Jesus’ message on humanity, urging kindness, charity, and faith during Yuletide celebrations.
The piece recalls the enduring magic of Christmas with scenes of manger reenactments in churches, Dickens readings on television, and the Nutcracker. It notes charitable drives, Salvation Army kettles, and family reunions, highlighting the birth of Jesus as the central origin and imprint of Christian culture.
A critical essay argues that media glamorizes misfortune while blaming Africa’s hunger on drought, colonial legacies, and Soviet influence. It contends overpopulation grows 3.5 percent yearly while per capita food declines, and asserts America bears some blame yet is not solely responsible. Mengistu’s regime in Ethiopia is criticized for war over resources and halted aid.
Washington officials discuss controversial options after hijacking to Iran. Debates cover targeted assassinations and precision strikes, weighing risks to civilians, regional stability, and U.S. strategic interests in the Persian Gulf. Some argue for decapitation of masterminds if identities can be found.
New York City looks back at 1984 figures who shaped world events. Duarte urged talks for El Salvador peace while Deng opened China to market forces. Nitze and Kirkpatrick push for measured diplomacy at Geneva and Washington. Burns steers NATO dialogue as Revel questions democracy's survival. Peres and Shamir show cross party unity in Israel. Gandhi’s assassination and Lean’s film mark a year of upheaval and media reflection.
Moscow warns Reagan to choose between national security and arms control as Gromyko returns to Geneva with a focus on the U S strategic defense initiative Star Wars. Soviet officials denounce Western appeasement while pressing for strict adherence to Helsinki and SALT terms.
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