Aiken Family Reflects Four Generations Of African American Progress
Brooks recalls his grandfather and father shaping rights in Aiken County. He notes Dr Nelson Stoney as an early Black physician at the University of Georgia and his family ties to Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home. His grandmother’s quotes frame heritage and ongoing community challenges.
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Nelson Stoney
University of Georgia
Brooks
Pinelawn Memorial Gardens
Aiken Colored Cemetery
Mr. Brooks
Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home
NAACP
Aiken
Aiken County
Memory lapses cited in murder trial of Hill
A 14 man murder trial heard that Evans attributed Hill’s problems to frontal lobe damage from a pistol wound. Psychiatrist Frierson found Hill aware of the case and pretrial steps. Hill’s defense argues provocation by social service workers amid a custody dispute with DSS. A four hour hearing led Westbrook to rule Hill capable of aiding his attorney and reject motions for incompetence.
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Evans
Hill
Richard Frierson
Frierson
North Augusta
DSS
Westbrook
Jury Selection in Hill Case Highlights Mental Illness Debate
A psychiatrist found Hill aware of his case. Harte and defense attorneys Bloom and Poteat hoped for rulings of guilty but mentally ill or not guilty by reason of insanity. York County jury chosen for demographic similarity to Aiken. an earlier attempt to seat an Aiken County jury failed due to pre trial publicity tainting a pool of over 300.
Campbell Linked to Bush Effort Faces South Carolina GOP Shakeup
Political scientist Glen Broach warns Campbell may seem dated while he dismisses GOP divisions. Campbell plans a leave from the American Council of Life Insurers to aid Bush in South Carolina as younger rivals push forward, with leaders like Sanford and Graham endorsing McCain. Graham cautions against oversimplifying the race and sees potential future cooperation with Campbell if he seeks statewide office.
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Glen Broach
Campbell
GOP
South Carolina
American Council of Life Insurance
Bush
Leonard
U.S
Mark Sanford
Lindsey Graham
McCain
Graham
Reenactment camp brings history lovers together
Battle day decisions create authentic 1A reenactments with participants supplying gear and tents. Enthusiasts trade authentic items while modern settlers sell goods. Spectators are drawn by the war story and social life, often returning yearly to learn more.
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