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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1972
Page
4
A columnist critiques medical “experts” on heroin addiction and argues for a draconian solution modeled on Chiang Kai-shek. The piece contends that eliminating suppliers will effectively end consumption, despite social and moral objections in America.
An essay asks what heaven means at different life stages from infancy to old age. It lists moments of joy and achievement at ages 1, 5, 8, 10, 13–14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 25, 40, 47, 65, 72, and 80. The piece frames heaven as evolving with growth and experience.
Holmes Alexander analyzes why Russian leaders may envy American power while questioning whether Washington reporters truly grasp Kremlin motives after the Moscow Summit. He contrasts Soviet prestige with fears of American rearmament and weighs beliefs about U S military superiority and press skepticism. He concludes with doubt that the word has truly gotten around.
The note identifies Samuel A. Cothran as executive editor for Page 4 A of the Aiken Standard, indicating the paper’s masthead staff assignment. This entry records the editor's role without additional context.
Scientists studied ancient rocks in Colorado, Arizona, and Wyoming and plotted data points to infer a three billion year old orientation. They propose North America started below the equator and inverted, then rotated first clockwise and then counterclockwise as other continents moved similarly.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters for publication and requires a mailing address. Anonymous submissions are not considered and pen names are not allowed. Letters should be legible and may be edited for space clarity taste and libel.
Paul Harvey surveys how many states consider legalizing gambling to curb crime and fund welfare costs. He notes Las Vegas and Britain's lottery trends, cites New York’s lottery shortfall, and Philadelphia Mayor Frank Rizzo’s view that tax-free winnings only would starve criminals, urging government control as a solution.
A medical column explains ostomies created after rectal cancer or ulcerative colitis. It covers stoma care, diet adjustments, and managing gas, odor, and bowel changes, plus guidance on sex life and marriage for ostomy patients.
The author argues Christians pray for peace only where it is possible and not for peace at any price. They cite Jesus’s words about a sword and a world conflict between good and evil, saying war is inevitable while greed and sin remain, and urge prayer for men influenced by evil to know Jesus Christ.
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