Camel mascot Joe Camel is dropped by RJ Reynolds
The San Francisco Chronicle notes RJ Reynolds folded Joe Camel amid a multibillion dollar settlement with 40 states and a looming congressional vote. The ad icon is retired but may reappear in other forms, while a ban on human figures in ads remains part of the deal.
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Tax cutting a deceptive game in Washington
The article argues that tax cutting is misleading as laws grow and language deteriorates. It notes the Tax Code and IRS rules total about 17,000 pages, with compliance costing around $200 billion yearly. Despite a $135 billion five year plan, bills exceed 400 and 600 pages in House and Senate, containing over 100 provisions each. Tax cuts visible to households contrast with hidden tax raises like airline ticket, cigarette and other taxes, shifting blame to others.
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Gorse
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Gorse Traps and Scottish Golf Tales From Troon
Veteran golfer recalls Troon Open memories with gorse hazards and wind. He references Arran a island trip, Turnberry and Prestwick nearby, and notes Tom Weiskopf and Gene Sarazen as contrasts. Includes tips from a caddy and a closing invitation to readers to reach him.
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Marine Highland Hotel
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Sarazen
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Aiken
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Aiken County Council Pay Raise Sparks Outcry
Aiken County Council boosted salaries by 115 percent in June, moving from 6240 to 13440 and triggering retirement eligibility for over 9000. Total taxpayer cost rose to about 57600 plus 7000 for retirement, with Councilman Rick Osbon declining the extra pension benefits and eight members already paid a full year's salary in advance.
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Jim Baggott
Eddie Butler
Susan Giddings
vaWana McKenzie
Joel Randall
Sathy Rawls
Willar Hightower
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