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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1974
Page
4
The Aiken Standard announces Samuel A. Cothran as President and Editor with Robert D. Cathcart serving as Executive Editor in the January 8 1974 issue. The brief notice names key leadership for the historic newspaper.
The piece denounces AFDC fraud as a minor problem, faulting administrative errors for billions in improper payments and urging state agencies to cut error rates. It also criticizes U S policy on exporting technology to the Soviet Union and questions perceived Russian debt and economic deals.
The Aiken County Automobile Dealers Association backs emergency powers and voluntary actions to curb energy use this winter. It urges limited driving and carpooling, notes transportation consumes a small share of energy, and calls for shared sacrifice if rationing occurs. Richard Flynt signs as president urging cooperation with government. A second letter highlights mustang protection and requests Congress act to safeguard wild horses, recounting a brutal Idaho roundup and urging action by Senators Hollings and Thurmond and House members.
PAUL HARVEY observes motorists during fuel rationing, noting how people react to speed limits and shortages. He contrasts responsible drivers with rulebreakers and highlights social pressure to conserve. He cites examples from Waco Texas Jackson Mississippi and LaCrosse Washington with bumper stickers promoting thrift.
The tussock moth has winged adults and wingless young. It gets its name from small hummocks on its upper side. Swarms move through Pacific Northwest forests laying eggs in the top branches. Shortly after hatching time each larvae emerge to feed.
Yesteryear column notes polo will be played twice weekly in Aiken on Powder House field with players such as Dave Widener Seymour Knox Sr. and Jr. and Lewis Smith. It mentions Terence Preece skipping games, new Bethleham Lutheran officers, and local student visitors amid a 1954 civic scene.
Billy Graham counsel discusses adultery and forgiveness in marriage. The piece cites Dr Paul Tournier on spouses helping each other become autonomous and responsible. It urges trust rebuilding, resilience, and daily prayer to overcome trauma and strengthen the relationship.
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