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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1985
Page
4
Jonathon Kozol argues sixty million American adults cannot read at grade level and warns of a shift from smokestack to information age. He cites Ford Foundation data and calls for volunteer tutoring while urging focus on improving school instruction for children.
Editorial urges sustained public pressure to push President Reagan's tax reform proposals through Congress. It emphasizes simplicity and fairness, warns against shifting federal burden to low tax states, and calls for continued public explanation and support to avoid concession to lobbyists.
SC farmers report the 1985 peach harvest at about 50 percent of normal, with the Ridge near Monetta yielding 60 to 90 percent. Early fruit reached Northern markets by mid May while dry weather promises good quality. Local stands around Aiken showcase peaches with roadside sales and cafe menus likely to feature fresh Ridge fruit.
A critical look at escalating federal and state expenditures, warning that in ten years military and security costs could take 64 percent of taxes. It cites a private Illinois security buildup for a state building, notes Reagan’s tax pledge while state taxes rose 14.8 percent, and highlights hidden taxes in gas, car licenses, and utility bills.
Congress introduces a 69 senator backed non binding resolution opposing advanced weapons sales to Jordan until formal peace talks. The piece argues the move is futile and risks strengthening hardliners, while urging support for Hussein’s peace efforts and warning against punitive demands.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with writers’ addresses and rejects anonymous submissions. Typewritten is preferred. handwritten accepted if legible. All letters may be edited for space and libel. Address letters to Letters to the Editor at P O Box 456 Aiken SC 29802.
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