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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1999
Page
9
A compilation of quoted lines from politicians and public figures on abortion parental notice, party defections, street crime, natural disasters, privacy, morality, military spending, Social Security, and drunk driving. Notable speakers include Texas Governor George W. Bush, Henry McMaster, Chicago Mayor Daley, and Alan Greenspan.
A Texas writer reflections on Juneteenth as Black Emancipation Day. The piece notes Texas was last to learn of emancipation on June 19 1865 and frames Juneteenth as a national celebration of black heritage. It highlights education about slavery, monument in St John Colony, Jim Crow, and progress in office and civil rights. It ends with valuing Juneteenth and shared history.
The State comments on proposed caps for video poker in South Carolina and argues the 125 dollar cap is already generous compared with other states. It also criticizes a $900 cap as too permissive and calls for banning video poker. The piece links to broader tax and legal issues facing the state.
Experts repeat the warning after another alligator attack caused by feeding. The article notes the innocent animal pays the price for human ignorance and urges caution around wildlife near campsites as forest rangers speak on bear safety and the danger of free meals in camping areas.
A resident thanks Councilman Skipper Perry for solving a backyard problem after City Manager and Mayor Fred Cavanaugh did not respond. The letter notes Perry returned the call and was instrumental in resolving the issue, closing with appreciation for his efforts.
Letter questions Aiken County Schools funding and local control. It contrasts bureaucratic district spending with community-run schooling, arguing for teacher authority, reduced class sizes, and autonomy without raising property taxes. It cites SATs, graduation rates, and National Merit outcomes to argue for local management.
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