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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1989
Page
10
A local resident argues the man broke the law and betrayed the American public, calling for time served. The statement emphasizes accountability and justice from the public perspective. The remark reflects ongoing debate over legal and ethical standards in the community.
Staff writer Nina J. Nicitfer conducted Wednesday interviews outside the Aiken post office about Oliver North's sentence. Photos by Ginny Southworth documented the scene. Respondents argued the punishment varied between too light and justified, with views labeling North a scapegoat or a patriotic figure.
Judge Gesell sentenced Oliver North to a three year suspended term, 150000 dollar fine, and 1200 hours of community service to run a youth program. The decision aims to focus accountability on legal issues rather than jail time and may ease political pressure for a presidential pardon.
In Oconee County heavy rains since July 1 total about 10 inches per the National Weather Service. Henry Power notes delays in wheat harvest with 82 percent in, soybeans at 84 percent, far below typical levels. Elwyn Deal warns continued wet weather could pose problems for harvest and drying. Orangeburg County sees up to 6 inches of rain easing conditions but delaying soy plantings and hay cutting. Charles Davis says farmers tolerate some loss but welcome rain. Davis quips that irrigations turning off across fields highlights the excess rainfall.
Sheriff Heath and Capt. Whitehurst discuss the challenges of modern law enforcement. High level drug dealers evade prison due to money and lawyers, while technology helps traffickers. Whitehurst cites the need for ongoing training and notes unsolved cases, including the Dorathy Mixon and Linda Bradberry murders and Jeremy Grice disappearance. Voigt succeeds him as captain.
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