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Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1990

Page

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Expect More Drug Meetings

A brief item notes ongoing discussions or upcoming meetings about drug policy or treatment programs. The exact details, dates, and participants are not provided in the fragment from Page 2A.

Woman blames Judge Wapner remark for theft act

A 61 year old woman who shoplifted four packs of cigarettes says a comment by Judge Wapner inspired the crime. Police spokesman Larry Ankrum cites an interview with Pat Sajak and Joseph Wapner as the trigger.

Seattle Wapner Pat Sajak Joseph Wapner Larry Ankrum Mountlake Terrace

Obituary notices list several North Augusta and Johnston residents

Multiple death notices from North Augusta Summerton and Johnston list Ronald E. Boone Timothy R Campbell Marion Carothers Jane E Kirkland Byron Morgan Lois B Sawyer Bessie T Strother. Page 6A contains full details of each obituary and memorial information.

Ronald E. Boone North Augusta Timothy R. Campbell Marion Carothers Aiken Jane E. Kirkland Summerton, Ga Byron Morgan Lois B. Sawyer Johnston Bessie T. Strother Johnston

Planning chairman labels claim a bald faced lie

Planning Commission members blasted recent subdivision regulation changes after Councilman J Allen Brodie pushed to cut road widths from 26 to 22 feet and extend cul de sacs from 1500 to 2500 feet. The council narrowed road widths and cul de sac rules without planning input, prompting accusations of political manipulation.

Planing Commission Aiken Jim Baggott J. Allen Brodie Coty Tn Reeset Brodie Planning Commission S. C

Three County Areas Raided In Major Drug Sweep

Aiken County narcotics raids targeted three areas Haillage New Hope project Graniteville and Wagon Wheel off U S 125 netting 57 defendants charged with conspiracy trafficking and distribution 36 arrested no injuries reported and 110 warrants issued. Prominent dealers Marion Mays and Frederick L Tucker identified for possible bond denials as efforts continue.

Aiken County Pub Safety The Alienment Department of Bab Satey Busbee Morgan Solicitor’s Office Narcotics Unit Marion MoJo) Mays Frederick L. ‘Tucker Mays Tucker Nathaniel Bell Billy Gauthier Harold Herbert Wise Swilling Ae Nee Tommy Watkins Isaih Walker

Chief Narc Says Strike Team Cuts Drug Trade Dent

Steven A. Smith, chief of narcotics for the State Law Enforcement Division, says the Governor's RAID Team formed in 1988 has created a tremendous dent in the state drug movement. He notes 18 years in narcotics, describes interagency cooperation with SLED wildlife and marine resources and the Alcohol and Beverage Control.

Scott Webster SLED Steven Smith Strom Thurmond High Steven A. Smith Narc Smith Governor's S.C. Department of Wildlife and Marine Resources Alcohol and Beverage Control

Houndslake Sues Over City Taxes and 1 Percent Cap

Houndslake Corporation sues the City of Aiken and the State Tax Commission seeking a tax refund or a millage roll back. Robert E. Penland leads, with Henry Summerall and Richard Miley filing for 300 plus property owners after a 1989 reassessment. The suit argues the Tax Commission failed to enforce the 1 percent cap on property levies and requests independent review of reassessment procedures. If successful, excess funds may be set aside to lower next year’s taxes for all property owners.

Houndslake Corporation Aiken State Tax Commission Houndslake Robert E Tax Commission Penland Henry Summerall Augusta Richard E. Miley Michael W. Chesser Chesser

Storms Threaten Peach Season Amid Severe South Weather

Severe thunderstorms spurred by a tornado watch across Aiken Barnwell Edgefield Allendale and McCormick counties threaten crops and roads. Peach farmers fear bud damage as unseasonable warmth advances harvests earlier than usual while storms bring floods and power outages across the Midwest and West.

California Midwest Aiken Barnwell Edgefield Allendale McCormick Jerrold Watson Monetta Watson Alaama

Barry Predicts Exoneration Amid Drug Charges

Mayor Marion Barry, 53, pledges he will be exonerated after being indicted on five cocaine possession counts and three felony lying to a grand jury. A city official urged resignation while advisers question his political future as Barry seeks treatment and prepares for trial.

Washington Marion Barry Barry Florida Hanley- Hazelden West Palm Beach Poserson Tau Sects Sa Justice Department

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