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Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1979

Page

8

Goldfinches and Purple Finches Arrive in Yard

Backyard birdwatching notes goldfinches and purple finches arriving in winter weather. Goldfinches defend feeders against blue jays and display bright male plumage in summer, while purple finches show distinct markings. Both species visit more on cloudy days, described as foul weather friends.

Sheriff Repents As Deputies Rehiring Hope Grows

Grant demanded public apologies from the deputies before rehiring them. Grant cites finding out what happened and vows better service for Aiken County residents as he considers restoring the department.

Augusta man held after two armed robberies and shooting

Robert Terry Hallford of Augusta is jailed by the Aiken County Sheriff's Department on two armed robbery charges and an assault with intent to kill. He was arrested at 5 a.m. near North Augusta after a deputy encountered a gunman at Amber Gulf Service Station. Attendant James Moore, 37, was shot and taken to University Hospital in serious condition. An earlier 4:40 a.m. robbery at Kayo Service Station in Belvedere involved no injuries.

Augusta Aiken County James Moore Moore University Hospital Hallford Highway 25 Belvedere Sheriff's Department

Hammond Hills Home Damaged in Weekend Fire

North Augusta report says Garland M. Slater’s Hammond Hills residence suffered heavy damage in a Sunday morning blaze. The family was away over the weekend, leaving the home unoccupied. Fire cause and damage estimate remain under investigation.

North Augusta Hammond Hills Garland M. Slater

More Doctors Advice Sought in Health Habits Study

Medical World News reports a survey showing doctors inadequately push patients to quit smoking lose weight and exercise. While most people trust physicians they rarely follow their advice with only about 16 percent of dieters and 8 percent of former smokers reporting habit changes due to doctor guidance.

Medical World News CNS

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