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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1990
Page
1
A forecast on page 6A shows lingering chances of thunderstorms across the area. Expect isolated storms in the afternoon with seasonal highs around mid 80s and potential for brief heavy bursts. Residents are urged to stay alert for sudden downpours and lightning.
Aiken man killed and another seriously injured when struck by lightning while watching a thunderstorm on Georgia coast. The dead man’s name withheld pending relatives’ notification. he died at the scene. James William Gordon, 59, hospitalized at Memorial Medical Center. hometown not released. They stood near a beach crossover by Savannah Beach and Racquet Club. investigators noted they may not have known each other.
Notices list Williams Banks of Springfield Gardens NY and Erick A Hall Jr of Warrenville D D Latimore Jr of North Augusta J B Nicholson Jr of Saluda Sheila B Seiger of Aiken William B Sharpton of Vaucluse Eugene Simmons of Aiken with a directive to see Page 6A for full details.
Washington senators urge Bush to choose a nominee with solid judicial experience and temperament noting abortion as a likely debate focus. They warn a nominee seen as anti Roe v. Wade could trigger a tough Senate battle. Brennan’s resignation prompts a cautious, year end nomination aim with Thornburgh Fend and Quayle briefed.
In Monrovia Liberia President Samuel Doe pledges to remain in the besieged capital until a clear victor emerges despite rebels nearing his oceanfront mansion. Government troops feud with rebels amid rumors of mass slaughter and defections as Doe relies on protection from his Krahn guard and seeks to endure the siege.
CAPE CANAVERAL Fla A government satellite on an unmanned Atlas rocket aims to study Earth's magnetic and electric fields by releasing chemicals in space The effort CRRES a NASA and Defense Department joint program had a third launch attempt set for 3 26 p m after weather delays and a helium vent issue General Dynamics spokesman Jack Isabel noted reunified vent ducts and cautious optimism for a successful liftoff The 189 million mission will place CRRES into a 211 by 22236 mile orbit with 24 canisters of bari um lithium and other chemicals released over time.
The AP reports a shift in global power as West Germany moves toward unification and Japan rises economically. Bush supports dialogue with Moscow, while Bonn and Tokyo gain influence. Analysts say the US remains militarily top but must rely on diplomacy and economic levers, not just force.
Lebanese police report heavy clashes around Jarjou as Shiite groups Hezbollah and Amal send reinforcements to a mountain town. Casualties rise with 126 killed and 369 wounded in the latest three year conflict, while thousands flee toward safer areas amid fears of wider warfare.
The Aiken Standard hosts an ugly tie contest culminating Monday August 20. Participants submit by 5 pm with no tie allowed in the entry. Tuesday August 14 marks entry details. Winners receive prize money and new ties as the collection proceeds, with names listed on page 3A.
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