17 Jun 1980
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1980
Page
1
In Johannesburg police fired on looters and demonstrators during the Soweto anniversary protests wounding at least 35 people including children as young as seven. Police used shotgun blasts as mobs hurled stones and firebombs in the unrest.
Rebels on Espiritu Santo blocked the airfield with oil drums and trucks to stop government negotiators from reaching the island. Government warned that talks were the last chance before military intervention. Three negotiators and three planeloads of reporters were forced to turn back after the control tower reported the runway blocked.
In Bonn, West Germany, officials say heroin use among 200000 American troops is falling with only 2 percent classified as frequent hard drug users. Soft drug use like marijuana and hashish is thought higher and harder to detect, with unclear effects on combat readiness.
The Supreme Court in a 5-4 decision held that living organisms created in a laboratory can be patented under federal patent law. Chief Justice Warren E. Burger wrote that such organisms fall within the definition of manufacture. The ruling removes a major barrier to widespread industrial use of genetic engineering.
Washington negotiators approve a multibillion dollar synthetic fuels bill after a year of Carter administration push to create a crash program. The action sets the stage for the U S effort to develop a new industry.
Stuart Spencer uses bibs or bib overalls even past typical bib age. The front pocket of some models doubles as a place to stash leftovers, reflecting practical needs during meals.
Willie L. Turner was refused a beer and wine license for 144 Fairfield Ave by the South Carolina ABC Commission. Aiken hearing officer approved the denial. Turner will seek a full commission hearing. Protests came from area businesses and St Mary Help of Christians parents and teachers, with 343 signatures on a protest petition.
Aiken couple's home on Oak Street in Kalmia Hill suffers a growing drainage ditch that floods their yard. The 30 foot wide, six foot deep ditch originated from a 25 yard above drainage pipe and spans years of failed repairs. The Hall family seeks responsibility, but builders, developers, county and state officials all deny fault. Local council says the area is not in the drainage system and advises civil action to resolve the dispute.
A Charleston firm seeks to open an adult bookstore at 643 Edgefield Road Belvedere but Aiken County considers a 1500 foot setback from churches schools recreation areas and homes with minors The ordinance requires two readings before adoption and a potential third within seven days The project faces permitting hurdles including septic and trailer use while Gene Hadden faces obscenity charges and attorney Walter Bilbro represents the Charleston interests
Economists warn that the 1980s will not ease entry into careers. Fewer entry level jobs will exist as technology replaces unskilled work. Blue collar fields may show replacement openings, elevating demand for skilled or trained job seekers.
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