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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1995
Page
3
Smith returns to Powdersville after less than a week in August heat citing health impacts from ongoing legal battles. Fellow cadets cheer her exit as GOP lawmakers push hard anti crime measures, welfare shifts, and homeowner tax relief. Senate remains Democratic led as Theo Mitchell becomes the first state senator expelled.
The 1995 South Carolina year in review highlights ten major stories. Susan Smith is convicted and sentenced for murder of her sons. Shannon Faulkner enters and leaves The Citadel cadet corps amid sectarian backlash. Republicans gain House control driving crime and tax reforms. A suspended student shoots teachers at Blackville Hilda High, killing one then commits suicide. Inmates revolt at Broad River Correctional Institution over strict rules. Convicted killer Sylvester Adams is executed. Theo Mitchell faces expulsion from the Senate and loses re election bid. Michelin plans large plant expansions across four counties with thousands of jobs. Democrats defect from the party to the GOP. The Confederate submarine Hunley is found off Charleston.
The Rev. Ronald Coleman of Valley Fair Missionary Church explains that Christmas centers on the birth of Jesus the Saviour, whose life brings salvation and hope. He cautions against overspending and urges that gift giving should commemorate Christ’s birth rather than impress others.
The Rev Michael Dyar presents a Christmas reflection on Jesus as God with us, the source of peace and salvation. He cites Biblical verses from Matthew Luke and John and urges readers to invite Jesus into their lives, find peace, and celebrate the manger today.
Customer service notes question overtime for cashiers who have worked overtime for months. The holiday proves to be even more demanding, prompting concern over staffing and compensation.
Retail worker Marcey Smith says the rush is painful and tiresome as Christmas shopping intensifies. J.B. White store manager Dan Haywood notes sales boosts require 30 extra staff to maintain service, with many covering overtime to handle the demand.
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