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Newspaper

Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Dec 30, 1970

Page

4

Addiction's Fertile Soil: McCord Advocates Liquor by the Drink

The article presents W. J. McCord of the South Carolina Committee on Alcoholism arguing that legalizing liquor by the drink could temperance a step to curb drinking yet recognizes prohibition as impractical in a state with rising consumption. McCord suggests restricting sales to eating establishments may limit drunkenness while acknowledging doubts about the plan.

W. J. McCord S.C South Carolina McCord

Temperance and Reform Voices Stir Debates on Liquor Sales

Citizen Smith and Mr McCord weigh in as temperance advocates criticize current liquor laws. Economists warn Americans save rather than spend money. The Post Office acts to block pornography in mail, while questions arise about methods of distribution. Howard Hughes is praised for more than wealth as his elusive disappearance puzzles observers.

The Man Who Was Always Waited On

An editorial reminiscence recalls Oliver Tharp who faced a rare incident of being waited on last month. The narrator asserts personal witness and notes editorial corrections on the page.

Oliver Tharp Oliver Sandra Sac Alway

George Blanda Defies Age To Spark Raiders Comebacks

George Blanda, 43, revitalized the Oakland Raiders with late game heroics this season. He entered the NFL at 18 and set records for field goals, extra points, and a single game passes, inspiring teammates and fans amid league scandals.

George Blanda Oakland Raiders Daryle Lamonica George Chicago Bears

Sunday Observance Calls for Personal Sacrifice in Business

A letter from Aiken readers urges Christians who observe Sunday to avoid nonessential work and shopping. They argue employers should respect religious conviction, even if it costs jobs, and reference Paul on not offending a brother. The piece advocates Christian influence through restraint.

Paul Austin Riley Westmount

Laird Fulbright clash over Sontay raid fuels war debate

A political clash pits Defense Secretary Laird against Senator Fulbright over the Sontay raid in Vietnam. Fulbright questions motive and accuracy of intelligence claiming no POWs, while Laird defends the operation as aimed at freeing prisoners. The dispute highlights White House defense policy and public opinion amid stalled peace talks.

Defense Melvin Laird Bill Fulbright Foreign Relations Committee Fulbright Laird Sontay Hanoi Washington Saigon Gulf of Tonkin U. S Arkansas Nixon MacArthur Defense Secretary Pentagon White House Army Air Force National League of Families of American Prisoners of War Southeast Asia Bobby Vinson Alexandria Admiral Moorer Joint Chiefs Asia North Vietnam Curtis LeMay

Language and faith in daily conduct confront a Christian

A reader questions if a devout father can swear at home. The reply cites the Bible, insisting that using the Lord's name in vain is sinful even for believers. It urges Christians to model reverent speech and quotes Peter and Jesus about wisdom and speech.

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