The West must curb Soviet invasion of Afghanistan now
The article argues for strong U S and allied penalties against the Soviet Union for invading Afghanistan. It urges the Carter administration to pursue tangible political and economic action, including a robust UN Security Council push, coordinated embargoes, and military support to Afghan resistance via Pakistan, with bases in the Middle East and renewed arms to Pakistan to deter further Soviet moves.
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Soviet Union
Afghanistan
Carter
Thomas Watson
Moscow
Senate
Kremlin
Washington
Middle East
Persian Gulf
West
Pravda
Tass
United Nations
Security Council
General Assembly
United Nation
U.N
Europe
Japan
Pakistan
China
United States
U.S
Somalia
Berbera
Gulf of Aden
Egypt
Israel
Iran
Saudi Arabia
Name debate clouds Aiken's new high school title
Aiken County Board of Education failed to settle a name for the new high school with two council suggestions Sand River and Coker Spring facing criticism. Readers favor city-linked names. advocates push for honoring local figures like Henry Ravenel James Byrnes or Dexter Eustis Hitchcock and Henderson. The advisory council is urged to revisit the naming process.
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Aiken
South Airica
Henry Ravenel
James F. Byrnes
Dexter
Eustis
Hitchcock
Gregg
Henderson
Advisory Council
Vandals Target Houndslake Course in Citywide Spree
A second vandalism incident at Houndslake Country Club's golf course highlights ongoing property damage in Aiken. The piece urges city and county law enforcement to act with full effort to stop the vandalism and to prosecute guilty parties, sending a strong public works consequence as a deterrent.
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Houndslake Country Club
Aiken
Aiken Standard Publisher and staff list
The Aiken Standard notes its publisher Samuel A. Cothran and editor Scott B. Hunter along with advertising and production leaders A. Cubre dge and Sue S. Brown. Historic newspaper staff roles outlined for the paper established in 1867.
The Case For Synthetic Oil In Automotive Use
The article argues synthetic lubricants offer better protection and efficiency, citing improvements in tires, brakes, and engine parts. It notes potential fuel savings and cooler operation but warns higher cost, limited availability, and cautions for very new or aging engines.
Afghanistan invasion seen reshaping world history and oil power
The piece argues the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan marks a global shift, threatens Middle East oil access, and expands Moscow’s empire. It criticizes President Carter for silence and calls for a joint ultimatum with China, urging leaders to articulate dangers and solutions.
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United States
China
Afghanistan
Carter
Rose Garden
Dear DS Guidance on evaluating join pressure from religious groups
A reader asks how to tell if joining a church or sect is right. The reply stresses salvation through faith in Jesus, warns against being led astray by persuasive rhetoric, and encourages personal Bible study to avoid distortion of true teachings. It affirms God’s love and a promise of forgiveness and eternal life.
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DR. Graham
D.S
Jesus Christ
God
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Samuel A. Cothran
Scott B. Hunter
Cubredge
Sue S. Brown
Hoosier
Homer McKee
Indy
Rodger Ragan
Aiken Communications, Inc
Rutland Drive
S.C
Car Craft
Ashley
By Ashley Cooper
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Hungary
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Latin America
Africa
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White House
Camp David
Mr. Carter
Plains Baptist Church
Brotherhood of Mankind
Billy Graham
Joan
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