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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1981
Page
9
Clergymen from CHENNAULT and area express relief and gratitude after hostages are freed. They call for thanksgiving, prayers answered, and a hope to prevent future incidents while wishing the captives and their families a smooth readjustment home. They praise leaders who helped secure release and emphasize continued vigilance.
Families nationwide woke to word that 52 American hostages held 443 days may be released after Warren Christopher signed the Algerian mediated pact with Iranian officials in Tehran. Two Algerian planes were seen likely to pick up 50 men and two women, with families sharing cautious joy and relief.
The Belk family in Columbia expresses happiness and cautious optimism after word of a hostage release agreement. Relatives say William Belk should be coming home soon but acknowledge uncertainty about timing and the exact plan from the State Department. Friends note Angela Belk is packing and hopeful for a homecoming.
Three South Carolina lawmakers voiced cautious joy at the anticipated release of American hostages in Iran. They urged no ransom payments, noted possible frozen assets, and stressed accountability and stability in Iran while awaiting full details of the agreement.
Washington leaders from both parties hailed the hostage deal with high praise for President Carter and top officials. Muskie said the captives will soon be free while Byrd and Percy stressed relief and national strength as the era of the ordeal ends.
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