Aiken Jaycees Win National Award for Best Project
Aiken's Jaycees chapter win the national award for the best project the Aiken Jaycee County Fair. The honor announced at the national convention in San Diego highlights the group’s work expanding the fair site and improving access. The text notes their ongoing civic activities including gate sales at the Aiken Trials and a yearly Christmas shopping tour funded by a local drive.
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Kennedy Reagan health insurance clash debated at governors meeting
In Seattle at the National Governors Conference Ronald Reagan challenged Edward Kennedy to debate national health insurance. Reagan cited 182 million insured, 19 million on Medicaid, 20 million eligible for Medicare and questioned demand for federalized coverage amid Rand Corporation findings predicting higher demand, longer waits, and potential quality decline. Kennedy defended the need for wider debate as Rand warns of system strains if enacted.
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Traveler praises and shuns European ideas in customs clash
A Returning Traveler voices mixed praise for Europe while urging on American policies. He cites Swiss gun culture and immigration limits as lessons but questions democracy ideals and calls for policy caution. He also notes Belgian labor views and warns against importing foreign suggestions.
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How God Still Loves and Saves Despite World Violence
Writer argues God remains interested in humanity despite rebellion. He cites Hosea 11’s line How shall I give thee up and notes enduring mercy. The piece urges faith, hope, and the global impact of life changing conversions to prove God’s ongoing presence.
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Cormany Named Assistant U.S. District Attorney for ED S.C.
Frank H. Cormany an Aiken attorney was sworn in as assistant U.S. district attorney for the Eastern District of South Carolina by Judge George Bell Timmerman. A Citadel and University of Virginia Law School graduate, he and his wife Ethel Bennett reside on Dogwood Road with two sons.
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Veto-Proof Congress Fears Spark Union Political Push
A nationalist warning argues unions aim for a veto-proof Congress to push liberal labor measures and national health plans. It claims unions raise funds and mobilize manpower, urging citizens and businesses to counter with nonpartisan education and active participation locally.
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