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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1987
Page
4
Aiken County Administrator Scott Barnes questions further funding for the county detention center amid escape incidents. Three escapees, described as more than minor offenders, prompt calls to transfer dangerous inmates to a safer facility. Some urge renaming and immediate grand jury attention to reform confinement.
A survey finds 1987 may bring more liberalization as China loosens economic controls and tolerates protests. The Soviet Union shows glasnost with Sakharov and publishing reforms while leaders express caution. Across Latin America and beyond, republics like Argentina Brazil Guatemala expand democracy, marking a worldwide trend per Freedom House findings.
A discussion on corporate takeovers and foreign ownership of U S assets argues about whether big buyouts threaten national sovereignty. It cites Hilton Hotels, major banks, American Motors, and rising Japanese and European stakes, noting GDPs, stocks, and real estate as foreign holdings. The piece questions long term independence and productivity versus foreign access and investment.
The Reynolds family honors the fourth floor nurses at HCA Aiken Regional Medical Center for patience and care during their father A C Reynolds’s illness. They describe irrational behavior and long hospital stay, expressing enduring gratitude for comfort and support.
An editorial reprinted from the Rock Hill Herald argues that smaller class sizes are essential for teaching writing and reading. It notes South Carolina policies under the EIA reduced class sizes in large districts but many small districts still allow about 150 students per secondary teacher, hindering individual student writing practice. It urges investment to give every student adequate teacher attention.
A reader attacks Aiken County Council and County Administrator Barnes accusing secrecy, tax raises, and push for a county wide tax and zoning. The letter cites a 3 year verbal contract, a 3 percent raise, increased budget from 8.9 to 13.4 million, and projected deficits. It calls for transparency and criticizes county plans for water and sewer and expansion of sheriff and fire departments.
A reader supports a Governor Riley Task Force on highway litter in South Carolina. The writer urges county representation at Columbia meetings and cites Reynolds Pond Road and Croft Mill Road as problem dump routes. He urges public pride and action against litter, urging residents to say don't litter.
A Graniteville reminiscence recalls Hobb Hicks store on Franklin Street and Gregg Division C The author grew up in the 1940s and 1950s near Leavelle McCampbell High School and Graniteville Theatre. Fire destroyed the Hicks store in August 1986.
Citizens urge the Selection Committee and School Board to hire Mr. L. L. Willis as the next permanent superintendent. They emphasize public relations, leadership, and strong educational qualifications as essential for managing administration, planning, and personnel in the district during the transition period.
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