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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 2007
Page
11
A letter urges South Carolina legislators to curb underage drinking by tightening penalties for adults who furnish alcohol to teens. It cites teen drink driving as a deadly risk and argues stricter enforcement will protect families and the broader public.
As Governor Mark Sanford starts a second term, indications mount that restructuring the state government, including the DOT, may be overdue. A 2007 timing is seen as optimal to replace leadership after concerns over judgment and efficiency, with fast-growing counties and large road funding needs at stake.
JD Magruder of Aiken argues against a county smoking ban claiming it infringes on free enterprise and personal choice. He notes over 50 smoke free restaurants already operate in Aiken County and questions expanding bans, comparing tobacco smoke to vehicle exhaust and referencing Beaufort County’s ban as unlikely future.
A reader backs the January editorial calling for a county wide smoking ban in public establishments. They urge cities like Aiken and North Augusta to adopt similar rules if approved, citing secondhand smoke risks and health concerns for non smokers. They advocate smokers quit or restrict smoking to private spaces.
A reader argues land preservation wastes public access and taxes, claiming Aiken’s 2,000 acres could host homes and ease Traffic on Whiskey Road, urging poorer residents’ perspectives be considered in public policy.
P. J. Causey argues that Aiken County State Park is underused and Redcliffe Plantation should be sold to a rich owner for tax benefits. He criticizes public access fees and calls for abolition of Audubon Society and Aiken County Open Land Trust, claiming they restrict land use and hurt livelihoods.
A January commemorates General Robert E. Lee’s 200th birth anniversary with nationwide festivities and lectures by the American Civil War Round Table in Britain. The piece lauds Lee as a valiant soldier and Christian gentleman and cites his famous exhortation to youth.
The community recalls Thomas Hammond known for character and kindness. He mentored others as an extension agent and shared stories of his work and travels to Washington DC, leaving a lasting example of goodwill.
James P. Holloway of Faith Worship Center Douglasville Georgia writes about Thomas A. Hammond a guiding Christian mentor who sparked his interest in electronics. through the 4 h club and electric program handbooks Hammond guided him from junior high to Clemson visits and a chosen career. He recalls district state and local awards and the lasting impact of Hammond.
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