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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1971
Page
1
The columnist plans a new Stumper defeat speech but delays it a week. He notes the challenge of delivering fresh variations and hints at pressure to end the Stumper’s winning streak. The note mentions a $10 increase to $420 and three free words, with the puzzle on page 7.
In San Diego, Steve Stills and a girlfriend face trial on drug possession charges after a police officer testified at municipal court that barbiturate capsules and cocaine were found in a motel last August 14. The officer's testimony set the basis for the court proceeding.
Stills, 24, of the rock group Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, and Joanna Babb, 22, of Los Angeles, will be arraigned in San Diego Superior Court Feb. 3 on unspecified charges.
Ralph J. Bunche 66 year old U N under secretary general is in satisfactory condition at New York Hospital where he has been treated since January 2. He was admitted with a heavy cold that developed into bronchitis which appeared to be clearing.
Two Detroit police officers in plainclothes were killed after stopping to break up a downtown street argument. Police said they were in a private car when the shooting occurred as they prepared to drive away. Two suspects were taken into custody. one allegedly carried a light automatic weapon.
Capt. Jim Meyer and Capt. Elaine Meyer married in April 1967 in Reno after a whirlwind courtship that began in Oakland. Both captains, they are among 60 military personnel at St Benedicts College completing a bachelor of science in business administration. They earned twin silver bars after climbing the ranks and have served together at multiple assignments except for Meyers Vietnam tour from 1969 to 1970.
Dr. Seymour Halleck, director of student psychiatric services at the University of Wisconsin, reported to a municipal drug abuse committee that drug use among UW students is decreasing. He cited fewer students seeking help at free clinics and fewer cases of unsanitary heroin use leading to hepatitis as a positive sign.
Oklahoma faces a 12 to 24 hour lapse in gubernatorial succession as Governor Hall and three top officials travel to Washington for Rep Carl Albert’s inauguration as Speaker of the House. The state constitution allows acting governors during such absences.
Washington AP Secretary George Romney suspended nearly 40 percent of the $140 million mortgage subsidy program after acknowledging abuses. He said abuses were more prevalent and widespread than previously shown and that the program for low and moderate income homeowners was not as solid as it should have been.
Eugene Hamlet, 1962 South Carolina Young Farmer of the Year, was fired as district director in the ASCS, a claim later challenged by Henry Norris who called the move administrative. Hamlet had exposed ASCS violations in Aiken County, prompting a district transfer and mixed reactions from farmers amid subsidy and insurance regulations.
Israeli commandos penetrated into Lebanon near Sarafand killing 10 Arabs at a guerrilla base and wounding many others. Six Israelis were hurt as helicopters and ships attacked shore strongpoints and underground facilities in a retaliatory raid linked to prior border attacks.
In General Sessions Court Judge John Grimball directed a not guilty verdict for Alton Norris operator of a Gloverville grocery store after prosecutors failed to prove murder beyond a reasonable doubt Norris shot Terry Wyman Rearden in self defense during an attempted robbery on November 10 A second defendant Brady Ramsey was also found not guilty on a separate death case involving Willie Lakes ruling the death accidental during a heated argument. James W Paige of Aiken was sentenced to five years for housebreaking after a burglary at Surplus City Store on August 6 with police discovering an open second story window and a hole in the floor. Guilty pleas were entered in other cases including Johnnie E Lewis for assault with intent to kill and murder.
A weekend forecast calls for cool air with rain ending today. Highs reach the 60s this afternoon before a cold snap lowers temps to the 30s tonight. Saturday sees mid 40s to near 50, with rain possible again Monday and Tuesday and overnight lows in the 20s.
Faculty and students at the University of South Carolina Aiken oppose a merger with USCA Tech. A petition titled the Preservation of Quality Education is circulated in Aiken County. Campus leaders back the effort, arguing separate identity strengthens specialized education.
The Advisory Council of Administrative Area One approved a dress code change allowing girls to wear two piece pants suits starting Jan. 25 in Aiken area schools. A student group from Schofield and Aiken High presented the proposal and will host a fashion show Jan. 22 to illustrate acceptable attire and prohibited styles. Violations will revoke the privilege.
The Aiken Jaycees host regional representatives from Columbia Sumter Lake City and North Augusta as they open Jaycee Week with a 7 30 p m steak dinner at the Jaycee Hut on Highway 1. Leaders Robert Herring Jr and Mac Hanna preside. Sunday includes group church attendance.
No classes in Aiken County public schools Monday. Students have the day off while teachers work. Classes resume on Tuesday morning.
Former President Lyndon B. Johnson was hospitalized at Brooke Army General in San Antonio with a probable viral pneumonia after a week of illness. A friend described a bad cold, hoarseness, and misery, while officials said no cardiac problem was indicated and he should not stay hospitalized long.
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