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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1986
Page
1
Prices for crude and refined products rose strongly for the first time in almost two weeks. Weekend delays in Soviet shipments to Europe, reports of Iranian and Egyptian production cuts, and technical market factors fueled the rebound. Over seven trading days, crude fell about 23 percent.
George H. Fallows, 34, a technician on strike against Rollins Cable-Vision, faced five counts of criminal mischief after allegedly cutting lines in five locations during the Super Bowl causing thousands to miss the second half. He was released on $1,000 bond.
Baylor University suspended Sigma Chi and Alpha Tau Omega indefinitely after parties last month involved beer drinking. University officials said recognition was pulled for both fraternities as a result of the incidents.
A warmer day ahead brings mostly sunny skies tomorrow. Temperatures rise to the upper fifties with a low in the lower twenties tonight. Details continue on Page 2B.
Death notices for Mrs. Lois Brierley of North Augusta Miss Dorothy Linson of North Augusta Mrs. Eleanor K. Bishop of Jackson Junior A Jennings of Langley Mrs. Catherine Maston of Graniteville Steven L. Jay of Graniteville Tony R. Harsey of Bamberg appear in the page 2B column with brief identifications and locations.
Space Shuttle Challenger exploded minutes after liftoff at Cape Canaveral killing all seven crew members including Christa McAuliffe, the first teacher in NASA’s space program. Mission Control reported debris, a recovery effort, and no chance of survivors as the craft disintegrated during ascent.
President Reagan travels to Congress for a joint State of the Union to redefine the government’s role for the next decade and beyond. The 20 minute speech aims for TV impact, with 10 minutes for applause, stressing family budgets over federal spending and individual financial choice.
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