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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1990
Page
1
A young competitor makes a surprising surge at the Open event as Simpson delivers a strong performance. The report notes timely strikes and notable endurance, highlighting how age and grit shaped the early rounds.
CASSELBERRY FL A 3 foot tegu named Gizzard owned by Gary Locker must appear in court after the animal got loose. The Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission cited Locker for maintaining wildlife in a manner that allows escape. A conviction could bring 60 days in jail and a $500 fine. The tegu is a large swift South American carnivore capable of over four feet in length, 18 mph running, and fast swimming.
Charleston AP report follows Jericho the springer spaniel who fell off Jack Alterman’s 35-foot sailboat Portfolio in Toler's Cove Marina Mount Pleasant. The dog swam two miles to shore after wandering then back home Jericho scratched at William Humphreys’ door continuing the long harbor trek end to end.
Congressional leaders urge Energy Secretary Watkins to require Savannah River Site reactor operators to meet commercial nuclear industry safety training standards before restart. The GAO findings cite a complacent safety culture and potential two year restart delay, with Westinghouse Savannah River Co. tasked to implement a comprehensive safety culture plan.
A run down Warrenville Cemetery inspired seven churches to form the Warrenville Community Christian Council in 1978. Now small towns seek council know how to improve their communities. Chairman William Kirkland notes many call for guidance and replication of the effort. Original member Roy Turner recalls Graniteville Company owned the land and declined use, offering its donation for a public cause.
Detroit fans celebrated a 92-90 win over Portland to clinch the NBA title, but the revelry turned deadly with eight killed and hundreds injured from gunfire, stabbings, and vehicle crashes. Police arrested suspects, and hospitals reported dozens of gunshot wounds and stabbings during the chaotic early hours. Neighborhoods including Ecorse saw property damage but few arrests.
South Carolina Highway Patrol plans intensified routine road checks and patrols to deter drunken driving in beach and resort areas. Col. J H Lanier says guidelines will be set after legal review. Two Breathalyzer vans, costing 79000 each, rotate through districts to supplement DUI enforcement. Lt. Harold M. Smith notes peak DUI risk on Fridays and Saturdays from 9 pm to 4 am. Public support for checkpoints grows, while ACLU attorney Rauch Wise notes ongoing constitutional questions.
Torrential storms trigger flash flood in Shadyside Ohio killing at least 10 and leaving dozens missing or homeless. A wall of water rips through valleys washing away homes and a tavern. Gov Celeste declares emergency and National Guardsmen deploy. Belmont County added to federal disaster aid list as officials estimate 35 buildings damaged along Wegee Creek and Pipe Creek. States Sen Ney laments lack of warning and recalls the magnitude.
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