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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1996
Page
1
In Rock Hill area five fires were traced to customers unknowingly using a kerosene gasoline blend in heaters. A York County store mistakenly pumped 5,000 gallons gasoline into an underground kerosene tank, prompting warnings to buyers after 4 p.m. Friday. Store owner Don Cloninger said 117 gallons were sold from Friday afternoon to Sunday night.
BMW announces a touring exhibit featuring two Brookgreen Gardens pieces to begin nationwide in 1997. Former Gov. Carroll Campbell disclosed the plan Tuesday at the Greer plant, with stops listed in Atlanta Charlotte Washington New York City Chicago Houston Los Angeles and San Francisco.
Charleston AP reports the State Housing Finance and Development Authority reduced loan interest to 6.25 percent, the third-lowest in 25 years. The rate took effect last week from 6.95 percent. Eligible homes cap at 76,000 dollars, with residency restrictions in some counties.
Notices list deaths of Ralph L Barton of Graniteville Lucille Hall Elswick of Aiken and Vivian W Williams of Gloverville with brief funeral details and surviving family notes.
North Augusta attorney Tom Huff campaigning for Seat 8 on the DC Court of Appeals says he faces a fierce push from Republican and Democratic forces. He predicts a high-90s win and rejects any deal, noting broad local backing from Aiken County officials and state leaders despite a tense, partisan atmosphere.
Leavelle McCampbell Middle School wins the Palmetto's Finest Award the only middle school recipient. Principal Al Lamback and Dr. John Bradley praise staff and community support as district officials receive the plaque. Board discusses allowing police to ride school buses to handle unruly trips per state policy.
South Carolina voters showed strong backing for Pat Buchanan in Iowa as exit polls indicated, with his second place finish drawing Christian conservative support. The Gramm campaign, faltering after a fifth place in Iowa, planned to announce its fate, and Buchanan eyes new backing as South Carolina conservatives reassess loyalties.
In Wagener Myrtis Brightharp, principal of Busbee Elementary, requests a transfer provoking accusations of racism. Black leaders allege pressure due to racial tensions as picketers gathered outside the school from 9 am to 2 pm, led by organizer Melvin Davis, amid a broader internal shakeup.
At an Aiken County Board of Education meeting parents and groups gathered in protest over a school principal's departure. The crowd included members of South Carolina United Action and the Aiken County NAACP, while a Wagener resident supported the plan noting improving facilities. Some parents removed children from class citing safety fears.
A sentimental feature explores Valentine's Day romance in Aiken with local couples sharing views on love and aging. Gwen and Jerry Proctor recount a Paris memory marking 17 years of marriage while reflecting on romance’s enduring appeal and a playful, honest view of relationships.
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