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Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1986

Page

2

Bermuda Tornado Strikes Bermuda South and North Shores

A tornado struck Bermuda’s Devonshire and St. David’s areas this morning, roofs reportedly blown off some homes with no immediate casualties. Hotels including Sonesta Beach faced no reported damage as officials assess extent while urging residents to stay alert.

Hamilton Bermuda Devonshire St. David’s Sonesta Beach North Carolina North Shore Atlantic

Bush May Give Sonny Run For His Money

NBC considers Vice President George Bush making a cameo on Miami Vice as a drug-trafficking case unfolds in Florida. Steven Holmes says Bush role was discussed with producers and Bush’s office was contacted during the holidays. Gail Fisher first suggested the idea due to Bush heading a Florida drug-smuggling task force.

Los Angeles George Bush Florida Miami Vice Nbc-Tv Washington Los Angeles Herald Examiner Steven Holmes Michael Mann Bush Gail Fisher Marlin Fitzwater

Reagan vows no tax rise to fund Gramm-Rudman goals

President Reagan, in a Camp David radio address, reiterates no tax increase while pursuing deficit reduction under Gramm-Rudman-Hollings. He stresses strong national defense as the first duty of government and pledges to trim waste and inefficient spending rather than raise taxes.

Washington Reagan Congress Camp David Amtrak

Moynihan accuses Soviets of eavesdropping from embassy

Senator Moynihan charges the Soviet Union with a massive microwave interception of sensitive calls from its Mount Alto embassy in Washington. He questions whether U S battle plans against terrorism could be overheard by the Soviet Union and its Libyan ally.

Washington Daniel Patrick Moynihan Soviet Union New York Democrat Mount Alto Libya Khadafy Moynihan

One In 3 Exposed To Virus May Get AIDS

Federal researchers say up to one third of people exposed to AIDS may develop the disease, higher than prior estimates. In a New York City group of homosexual men exposed in 1982, about one third progressed to AIDS, per NCI expert Dr. James Goedert. He notes that earlier CDC and NCI estimates of 5 to 20 percent seem too low.

Atlanta National Cancer Institute Washington New York City James Goedert NCI National Centers For Disease Control Goedert

Benson suffers fainting spell. Mormon Church leader admitted

Ezra Taft Benson, ordained president of the Mormon Church two months ago, fainted Saturday and was admitted to LDS Hospital. He remained alert and smiling, wants to go home, with cardiologist Allen Barker ordering tests. The 86 year old was to stay in coronary care for at least 48 hours after the incident at Westin Hotel Utah. Reed Benson notified security after the fall.

Salt Lake City Ezra Taft Benson Mormon Church LDS Hospital Jerry Cahill Benson Allen Barker Cahill Westin Hotel Utah Reed Benson

Edwards to be retried on racketeering charges in hospital scheme

New Orleans prosecutors announce a federal retrial for Gov Edwin Edwards his brother and three others on racketeering and fraud tied to a $10 million hospital investment scheme. U S Attorney John Volz says a second trial may be better and Edwards criticizes the case as political.

New Orleans Edwin Edwards U.S John Volz Edwards Volz

Reagan Says Libyan Threats Taken Seriously in Europe

President Reagan tells European journalists the Khadafy threats to attack U.S. bases in Europe are being treated seriously and that the United States must be ready for any contingency. Officials note no new overseas base precautions beyond existing security measures.

Washington Reagan Muammar Khadafy U.S Europe United States Libya White House Pentagon Khadafy Gene

Nation to Observе Martin Luther King Jr Holiday

The United States will observe the first national holiday honoring Martin Luther King Jr on January 20. The King Center plans a week of events in Atlanta and Washington including a parade and a gala produced by Stevie Wonder. A Capitol bust unveiling and a New York Radio City Music Hall benefit mark the tribute.

Atlanta Martin Luther King Jr Congress United States King Washington America Martin Luther King Jr. Center For Nonviolent Social Change Coretta Scott King King Center Stevie Wonder Capitol New York Radio City Music Hall Bill Cosby Harry Belafonte

Museum At Dr. King's Murder Site Still Just A Dream

In Memphis the Lorraine Motel remains dilapidated as a citizens group, since 1982 the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Foundation has owned it aiming to build a civil rights museum. They plan a six month study to seek up to 5 million dollars for the project while thousands visit the site each year.

Dr. King Memphis, Tenn Citizens Elvis Calvin Brown Brown King Memphis Ley Graceland Bailey Dr. Martin

George Burns at 90 Still Incorrigible and Busy

Los Angeles memoir of George Burns 90th birthday rituals and career reflections. He frequents Hillcrest Country Club for lunch and bridge, announces CBS special George Burns 90th Birthday Special with Ann-Margret, Matthau, Crystal, Forsythe and peers, credits Gracie Allen for his success, recalls early career struggles and a lucky turn with his late partner.

Los Angeles Hillcrest Country Club George Burns Hillcrest Los Angeles-Hollywood Round Table T’ll Liberace Gracie

Aiken Standard Classified and Subscription Contact Info

Subscriptions and ads info for Aiken Standard with phone numbers 649 5316 649 1555 and 648 2311. Office hours 8 30 a m to 5 30 p m Monday through Friday and 8 to 10 30 a m Sunday. Mailing address and rates shown.

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Emergency numbers service notice from Aiken Standard

The Aiken Standard provides emergency numbers service as a public information feature. Published by Aiken Communications Inc. in Aiken South Carolina, with mailing address P.O. Box 456 124 Rutland Drive. Second class postage paid at Aiken SC.

Aiken Standard Rutland Drive Aiken, S.C Aiken Communications Inc P.O Aiken S.C

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