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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1996
Page
4
A mix of anecdotes from Aiken County and broader politics captures reactions to local governance changes, federal file scrutiny, education policy, tourism plans, and environmental studies. Notable voices include Judge Max Meek, Rep William Clinger, Mayor Art Hanna, Miles Loadholt, Sen Strom Thurmond, Linda Senn, Mary Ann Mellor, Elliott Close, Prof Jay Chapin, and Patricia Corey.
Local newspaper note with subscription and delivery hours and contact numbers. Includes mailing address P O Box 456 Aiken 29802, switchboard 648 2911, fax 648 6052, and editors line via 643 2011. Provides circulation hours and publisher contact for Scott B Hunter at 648 2011.
William N. Wallace critiques the 1996 Olympics preview in Atlanta. He questions heat and humidity, sponsor influence, and the shifting role of track and field, noting a pricey private-funded setup, a nearly empty stadium, and transportation woes. He profiles local politics, public opinion, and the evolving nature of Olympic spectacle.
Gov. David Beasley proposes the Putting Families First Foundation using about $200,000 from his 1994 campaign. The program would connect civic groups and churches with poor families, offering in kind aid and cash matching, to broaden community involvement across South Carolina.
The piece notes opponents argue the ar can-American monument authorization ties to Rural Development Act, while others see no link between growth and race relations. It cites The Washington Post noting fear and progress in SC, with business leaders linking stability to attracting BMW and Michelin investments.
The Aiken Standard reprints W K Leonard letter alleging professor Botsch article on annexation is part of a communist conspiracy. The writer urges real education in political science history and philosophy to counteract fanaticism seen in the CSRA.
A touching obituary notes Cody a blond dog forgotten by many until being found by her family on June 19 beside the Dibble Road by pass. She had faced neglect and danger yet recalled kindness from her final home, where she learned trust and companionship before a fatal accident.
The Aiken Standard invites Letters to the Editor with editing and condensing for clarity. Letters should be addressed to Letters to the Editor at the Aiken Standard, P O Box 456, Aiken South Carolina 29802.
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