This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 10 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1973
Page
4
Robert D. Cathcart to serve as executive editor in the same leadership team as Samuel A. Cothran, who is announced as president and editor in a page four A notice from the Aiken Standard.
USC economists report 1972 state economy grew 10 to 12 percent, personal income hit a record 782 million by October, and real income rose 6.3 percent in the first three quarters. Industrial investment added 486.5 million and 12,000 jobs are expected in 1973. Inflation risks and possible state overspending are noted.
The South Carolina General Assembly moves toward no fault automobile coverage but stalls on meaningful limits. Sen. Rembert Dennis and Sen. Marion Gressette push for reform while avoiding medical and wage loss caps. Federal proposals suggest higher medical costs with wage limits, while low South Carolina ceilings risk eroding genuine no fault protection.
Mrs Marie Eustis Hofmann arrives for the winter and stays at a cottage. Donald G Ross, Pinehurst architect of major U S golf courses, visits to inspect Highland Park and recalls Forest Hill Bicker. Alan Pinkerton arrives from Islip L I for the winter season at the Pinkerton estate. Mrs Edward B McLean and children occupy Goss house for the winter. R H Hassler of Indianapolis leasing a cottage near the golf course expected next week.
Senator Herman Talmadge faces impeachment talk as 14 Senate chairmen challenge the President by impounding nearly 10 billion dollars. The piece weighs Nixon’s grip, compares Johnson and Andrew Johnson, and argues for a strong man to force policy while conceding impeachment remains House territory.
The piece describes a satirical posturing on the separation of powers as waves of B 52 bombers hit Appalachia and several targets amid a Great Compromise. It details Congress and the President clashing over funds, a Supreme Court ruling, and a shared bomb shelter on Capitol Hill as they resolve the power crisis. It names figures like Justice Whizzer White and Congressman Bagsworth Boodle in a humorous political farce.
A witty catalog of burdens and banalities from holiday woes unpaid bills leftover trees late cards and inflation forecasts. It riffs on cramped public transport and awkward rest room naming while lampooning health foods that resemble pet fare and parties where every guest brings a gift except you.
Aiken Standard urges signed letters for publication and cites common holiday gripes. It lampoons New Year resolutions, midwinter swims, ankle injuries from skiing, utilities' weather miscalculations, picky martinis, and dating woes, ending with a playful prayer for relief.
A counseling note urges self discipline and prayer for engaged couples. It cautions against sexual activity before marriage, emphasizes responsibility, respect, and seeking wisdom through faith. It notes temptations exist but urges reliance on God to provide a path to escape temptation.
A reader questions why Salvation Army Red Cross Rescue Squad and Sheriff's Department shelter resources were not contacted during the ice storm. The Red Cross noted no calls besides sandwich support from the Rescue Squad and a 24 hour answering service, while Captain Carver of the Salvation Army says no one asked for shelter. The Sheriff’s Department offered hospitality and housed one man, urging the public to utilize available emergency aid.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.