14 Jul 1989
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1989
Page
1
Washington report notes June retail sales fell 0.4 percent marking a second monthly decline, with durable goods and autos most affected. Commerce data show a cautious economy as energy and food prices pull back and producer prices slip, signaling mixed signals for growth and inflation.
Obituary notices name Jerry Cunningham of Rock Hill Lawrence Gowdy of North Augusta Katherine Ann Hughes of Apple Valley Caitilin Albert Com of Warrenville and Ethel Scott of Aiken. Details appear on Page 38.
The Savannah River Site hiring surge following Westinghouse takeover has brought about 1,000 new workers in the last three months. Bechtel and DOE contractors added 400 to 450 employees, Westinghouse 300 to 350, with DuPont retirees offsetting some. An impact study by CCED estimates up to 250 employees may relocate to SRS, affecting Aiken County housing and services.
President Bush and Mexican President Salinas met amid signals that Mexico is close to a debt restructuring. A temporary U S loan could bridge the gap until banks finalize a deal. The meeting coincided with the 200th anniversary events at the G seven summit as leaders discuss global debt and development issues.
About 1 million spectators lined the Champs-Elysees as brass bands marched and planes left red white and blue trails. President Mitterrand watched from Arc de Triomphe while VIPs including Bush Thatcher and Aquino sat behind bulletproof glass. A minor riot hiccup occurred near Place de la Bastille with several police injured and about a dozen arrests.
EPA moves Savannah River plant at Aiken onto the national priorities list under CERCLA. DOE would sign a legally binding timetable for cleanup. state and citizens could seek enforcement in federal court. The list adds 52 sites, many military bases and nuclear facilities, to the Superfund program.
Area gardeners weigh in at the Aiken Standard contest with Pat Harley of North Augusta leading tomato weight at 2 lb 8.5 oz and J L Steele of Aiken leading cucumbers at 2 lb 15.3 oz. Heaviest tomato and cucumber win 100 prizes, with 50 and 25 for subsequent places. Entries accepted at 124 Rutland Drive weekdays. Winners announced in early August with article and photo.
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