OUR VIEW Video Poker and the Ballot Box
Our View argues voters should decide on video poker policy in 12 counties after courts postponed the outcome. It cites Aiken County ballots where residents rejected electronic gambling payouts and criticizes operators for pursuing federal court relief. The piece endorses local option and urges operators to respect majority rule at the polls.
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South Carolina
James A. Johnson
Aiken
Supreme Court
Jean Toal
Toal
U.S
G. Ross Anderson
Aiken County
Quotes Of Note From Lawmakers And Judges
Quotes discuss crime policy with Senator Gramm praising social spending and midnight basketball, Representative Graham defending flag protection, Judge Johnson lifting an injunction over video poker seizures, and Yogi Berra noting planning benefits. The items reflect political positions and judicial actions in a period of debate over crime, constitutional amendments, and personal planning.
Aiken Standard Contact and Delivery Information
The Aiken Standard provides office hours from 8:90 a.m. to 5:90 p.m. Monday to Friday and delivery details including times for weekdays and weekends. Switchboard and fax numbers are listed with staff contacts for tips and story ideas. Subscription rates and mailing options are shown for various durations.
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Cation
Rutland Drive
P.O. Box
Aken
S.C
Aiken Standardial
Net
Dial
Dr. Brooks Reflects on Aiken County School Career
Dr. Brooks concludes a long tenure as superintendent of Aiken County Public Schools, praising district programs from DARE in elementary schools to Arts Infusion, Symphony in the Schools, and Tech Prep. He notes partnerships with USCA, SRS, and local foundations, cites student achievements, and expresses commitment to continue serving the community after retirement.
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Aiken County
City of
Aiken
Carrol Busbee
Aiken Department of Public Safety
Columbia
Sally Bigger
Jackson Middle School
Augusta
CSRA
Redcliffe
Columbia County
Richmond County
Greater Augusta
Candye Slay
Aiken Symphony Guild
Pat Finch
Augusta Symphony Orchestra
Portnoy
Etherredge
USCA
Edgefield
SRS
Aiken Technical College
Ambrose Schwalbe
Westinghouse
Savannah River Company
Kathy Noble
Noble
Robert Alexander
Ruth Patrick
Jeff Priest
Dr. Brooks
Clinton Debates Early Ads as Defense of Re election Stance
The White House launches 18 to 20 market ads totaling 2.6 million dollars to frame President Clinton as tough on crime and supportive of the death penalty. The spots feature police officers and highlight assault weapon bans while acknowledging past image concerns.
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Washington
White House
Clinton
Jimmy Carter
Teheran
Senate
Bob Dole
Bill Clinton
Congress
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Rtex
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United States of America
Lindsey Graham
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James W. Johnson Jr
New York Yankee
Yogi Berra
Home County
Othe
Aiken Communications Inc
P.O
UNS
Bosnia
Batman
NO Fair, Riddler’ Nevey
Joseph R. Brooks
Jack W. Germond
Jules Witcover
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