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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1998
Page
4
A collection of quotes spans politics and public life, including Strom Thurmond on his presidential campaign stance and Pat Blassie on a Vietnam veteran’s burial. Others cover crime, legal matters, and local civic projects with remarks from officials like Eric Holder and Steve Thompson.
A Fort Worth Star Telegram columnist argues baseball shows improving attendance and TV ratings, with stars like McGwire and Griffey driving renewed interest. He notes Bud Selig’s interim-to-permanent role, recalls the 1994 strike, and explains his personal boycott while acknowledging on-field excitement and fan loyalty amid past disappointments.
South Carolina debate pits Gov Beasley against a state lottery pushed by Jim Hodges while university researchers assess education funding, tax implications, and demographic patterns. Voter influence and billboard spending fuel controversy as regulators clash with machine owners over video poker.
Molly Murphy MacGregor reflects on the 150th anniversary of the Seneca Falls convention of 1848 and the progress of women’s rights in the United States. She notes gains in education, leadership, and political representation while warning of a possible reversal by contemporary conservative forces. The piece places the movement in historical context and credits activists and citizens for lasting change.
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