Prominent North Augusta Leader W. Hammond Burkhalter Dies
North Augusta mourns W Hammond Burkhalter 86 a long time builder historian and civic leader. A WWII pilot trainer and later mayor of North Augusta he helped found the local chamber of commerce and served as its president. He also contributed to the school board First Baptist Church and local historical societies.
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Aiken Standard Personnel Roster Details Editorial Team
The Aiken Standard lists staff including Publisher Scott B. Hunter Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace Advertising Director Arthur T. Zappa Business Manager Ellen C. Priest Timothy E. O Briant Production Director Phillip Yates Circulation Director Scot Newcom Systems 1 J David Boyd Customer Service Manager Letitia Jefferson.
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Bush Critiques U S Role in Slave Trade on Africa Trip
President Bush used a speech on Goree Island Senegal to condemn the United States slave trade declaring it a historic crime while criticizing those who profited from it. He framed America's unequal past within a pursuit of justice and noted ongoing racial bigotry despite progress.
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Anger as a Constructive Force in Modern Life
The piece argues anger is a natural drive that can motivate action against wrongs but must be managed to avoid harm. It cites freeway violence, vigilantism, family abuse, and daily irritations, urging responsible response aligned with the Bible’s counsel to be angry without sin.
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Letter urges more security for SRS pit facility and nuclear risk
In a letter the writer calls for enhanced security around the proposed Modern Pit Facility at SRS arguing pits would be a key weapon component. They claim job gains are overestimated and warn of al Qaida threats including dirty bombs, urging federal funds, better emergency plans, and Red Cross resources.
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Shame on soldier for airing complaints
A reader condemns Eric Cooper of the National Guard for calling the Iraq mission useless. The letter praises military service, notes improved home communication, and defends troops facing harsh conditions while criticizing Cooper as unpatriotic.
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Letters to the Editor policy guidance
The notice explains that letters must be brief and include the writer signature mailing address and daytime and home phone numbers for verification. It specifies address for letters to the editor and provides email and fax contact details for submission.
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