19 Jan 1996
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1996
Page
1
Washington reports the jobless rate at 5.6 percent in December while manufacturing sees the largest monthly gain in six years aided by returning aircraft workers. Labor Dept notes 1995 payrolls rose 1.7 million, far below 1994’s 8.58 million, reflecting slower 1996 growth.
Investigators identified the man suspected in the fatal shooting of Danny Greer in a parking lot as his wife and children watched. Lt. Millie Hashe of the Greenville County Sheriff's Office said leads were promising that afternoon. The suspect was not named. The victim and suspect rode in a white full size pickup with ladders on top.
The Downtown Ministerial Association received the Christian Action in Service award for direct and public leadership shown during the Susan Smith murder trial. The group held weekly interdenominational biracial worship services last summer under Rev. L Wayne Bryan of the South Carolina Christian Action Council.
Deaths Ann Muffie Hiers North Augusta Patsy Daisy Bell Moody Williston Diane McFarland Mounts Vin ton Virginia Harmon Davis Williamson Columbia Obituary notices on Page 2B
Forecasters warn of a sharp cold snap after a day of 65 degrees. Temperatures will plunge to around 20 degrees tonight and only creep into the mid fifties to lower forties by midweek with nightly freezes. Saturday remains in the mid forties with a high near 45. Sunday through Tuesday forecast stay cool and partly cloudy with daily highs in the 40s to low 50s and nightly lows around freezing.
Jackie Stone recalls tagging along with her mother at Aiken's Farmers Market and says the summers with her "second family" shaped her childhood. The market, built in the early 1950s to sell locally grown produce, seeks upgrades and more vendors. City Council considered leasing, failed, and now partners with the county to revitalize the Williamsburg Street landmark. Plans aim to transform the parkway area for local artisans, attracting more visitors and private investment.
Precautions include protecting potted plants and vulnerable shrubs, sheltering pets with accessible water sources, ensuring water pipes are insulated, ventilating space heaters, checking antifreeze levels in vehicles, and dressing in layers. Follow practical steps to minimize winter hazards.
Aiken County jury deliberations continued after a near mistrial as Gary Gravenstein, 35, was found guilty on three counts of sexually abusing three young boys. Judge Henry F. Floyd imposed three 20 year terms, potentially 30 years behind bars. State prosecutor Suzanne Mayes called the verdict proper amid her tenth win in twelve similar cases.
Governor Beasley touts a strong first year with 5.4 billion dollars in capital investment and 23 988 jobs, mostly from existing firms. He defends rural gains while acknowledging weak indicators and calls for expanded rural support under the Enterprise Zones Act.
Experts discuss a proposed flat tax in Congress with lawmakers backing Armey and Specter. The idea would apply a single rate to individuals and businesses and has gained attention in the 1996 election cycle. Residents in the Aiken area show interest but seek clarity on details.
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