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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1996
Page
4
Christopher Reeve, paralyzed in a horse fall, contrasts with hype fueled heroes. The 43 year old actor remains optimistic and campaigns for spinal cord research funding, aiming to walk again by 50 while inspiring others with grit and public advocacy.
A worldwide surge in gambling extends to aircraft with British Airways testing onboard poker, blackjack, and roulette on a 747. US law bans airborne gambling for carriers, while foreign airlines face limits on flights to or from the United States. Congress may seek ways to curb this trend, arguing gambling serves little purpose in the air.
Note the Aiken Standard location at 124 Rutland Drive and mailing address P O Box 456 Aiken SC 29802 Office hours 8 30 am to 5 30 pm Monday through Friday For subscriptions and delivery issues call 649 5315 Circulation customer service hours 5 30 pm to 7 30 am weekdays and 7 am to 11 am Sundays Switchboard and editors contact 648 2311 Publisher Scott B Hunter reachable at 648 2311
Miami Herald columnist Robert Steinback weighs President Whitmore’s party label in Independence Day. The piece cites clues from Whitmore’s family life, media responses, and a final flag waving speech to argue for Democrat affiliation, noting mixed signals and a sharp press secretary angle.
Claude Lewis argues that fewer guns would lessen youth gun violence and street shootings. He discusses Clinton’s plan to trace guns used in crimes, especially those seized from juveniles, and urges stricter controls to keep weapons from children and reduce impulsive fatalities in cities.
Mac Johnston, longtime Union County Development Board executive director and Aiken High School alumnus, died July 5 following open heart surgery and a stroke. A USC and Georgetown graduate, he was known for community work including bringing new industries, reopening Buffalo Mill, and the Uniquely Union Festival.
Aiken Stannara invites Letters to the Editor. Please include signature, mailing address, daytime and home phone numbers for verification. All letters may be edited. Send to Letters to the Editor, Aiken Standard, PO Box 456, Aiken SC 29802.
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