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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 2008
Page
1
Barack Obama overwhelmed Hillary Rodham Clinton in the South Carolina primary on Saturday night, fueling campaign momentum ahead of coast-to-coast contests for over 1,600 Democratic delegates. He framed the choice as a future focus beyond race and class, while the crowd chanted in support.
The Federal Communications Commission proposes a 1.4 million dollar penalty against 52 ABC television stations after a 2003 NYPD Blue broadcast showing a woman about to shower revealed close-up views of her nude buttocks. ABC is owned by Disney.
Five young men die when a car sped down a private Ocala runway at Jumbolair Aviation Estates and became airborne for 200 feet before hitting a tree. The BMW apparently left the embankment at the runway end and split on impact. Investigators say it is unclear if the driver acted alone or was racing another vehicle.
Mexican rescuers pulled Arthur Meauxone, 21, from the Cuaxulpan cave in Puebla state after a four way effort. They moved him through a narrow passageway and carried him by hand at times, noting he was dirty but conscious.
Large U S spy satellite has lost power and could hit Earth in late February or March. Officials say it can no longer be controlled and may contain hazardous materials. Exact reentry location and timing remain uncertain due to official secrecy.
A partial roster includes Walter Marquess Wuianney Maryannette Hayes Aiken Jan L Holman William Glenn Mickell Warrenville Elaine Coursey Mock Johnnie J Nobles Aiken John B Richardson II and Lave among others in the local directory update.
In South Carolina Obama won with strong black support but limited white backing, raising questions about his path to the nomination. Clinton and Edwards each captured about a third of white voters, signaling a needed gain among white voters before the Feb. 5 contests. Bill Clinton’s campaigning drew attention as Obama’s criticism, and voter perceptions of race shape the race ahead.
Democrats in Aiken County boosted turnout as presidential hopefuls campaigned Saturday amid high statewide participation. County official Stuart Bedenbaugh reported several precincts ahead of closing time, with expectations of strong overall votes comparable to or exceeding past Saturdays.
Washington tax payers may receive up to 600 dollar rebates starting mid May under a new plan. Couples could receive double and families with children more, with IRS delivery within 60 days of the president signing and full distribution in about 10 weeks. The Treasury says preparations are underway despite tax season strains.
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