11 Mar 1970
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1970
Page
1
Harcourt Brace World Inc. plans release of The Wartime Journals of Charles A. Lindbergh covering the period before and during World War II. The diary details Lindbergh as a leading opponent of American involvement, drawing scrutiny from President Roosevelt and others.
Doctors say former President Lyndon B. Johnson is rid of chest pains and improving at Brook General Hospital in San Antonio. Physicians report continued progress since his admission on March 2 and note the cold that accompanied his illness has disappeared, though they cannot predict when he will be released.
France and the United States drafted a treaty on oceanography with shared rules for accidental marine pollution. The accord also covers deep sea exploration and research including fish protein production, according to informed sources on Tuesday.
Adolph Rupp, famed Kentucky basketball coach, is named state chairman for the American Cancer Society fund drive. He says he accepts the post despite disagreeing with the society's anti smoking campaign and defends tobacco ties he manages as part of his work.
Chief Justice Warren E Burger left Bethesda Naval Hospital after five days of treatment for a virus ailment. A court spokesman said he would rest a day or two at home before returning to his court office.
President Nixon issued a proclamation imposing a 395000 barrel daily import quota on Canadian oil to curb what the White House calls an excessive flow into the United States. The restrictions retroactive to March 1 will last the year. Senators Proxmire and Tower offered contrasting views on consumer versus industry impact.
Washington report says the House Commerce Committee will hold hearings later this month on President Nixon’s request for Congress to impose a binding settlement in the nationwide railroad dispute. Chairman Harley O. Staggers expresses cautious optimism about reaching an agreement.
Sen Henry M Jackson of Washington was honored with the 7th Annual Congressional Award by the U S Veterans of Foreign Wars President Nixon presented the award at ceremonies Tuesday night praising Jackson for his grasp of national defense and willingness to speak out for it
Former Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge joined the Congressional Medal of Honor Society at a State House ceremony. The honor was presented Tuesday in the Hall of Flags by Medal of Honor recipient Charles A. MacGillivary of Braintree. Lodge praised the award as coming from the bravest of the brave.
John M. Seabrook of Woodstown New Jersey brings his shooting break and four Holsteiner horses to Ai ken Trials for the 28th running. The German bred mounts were prepared for Seabrook and he has been at Hialeah this winter. He will be a guest of Alfred Bissell this weekend.
The Aiken County Board of Education announces strict rules against alcohol and narcotics on school grounds. Violations trigger law enforcement reports and immediate suspensions, with principals enforcing campus access bans and ongoing cooperation with narcotics officers. Special instruction on alcohol and drugs will be integrated into K12 curricula.
U S troops from the 11th Armored Cavalry and the 1st Air Cavalry fought sharp battles near Loc Ninh and along the Cambodian border northwest of Saigon. The command reported at least 135 enemy dead, eight Americans killed and 26 wounded in major actions plus additional American fatalities in a ground attack and a helicopter crash.
Zack G. Fulmer announces candidacy for the Republican nomination in the June primary. He runs Fulmer Bros. Transfer and Supply Inc and farm operations near Monetta, served in the South Carolina House 1966 to 1968 on the agriculture and conservation committee, and notes fiscal concerns in Aiken County. He is married to Linda Williams of Warrenville with two children and attends Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church.
The Aiken Jaycees prepare for the Trials drawing an expected 5 000 to 6 000 racing fans. advance tickets cost 1 50 and 2 at the gate programs 25 cents and concessions expand to feed a diverse crowd weather may push attendance past last year s 5 000 mark with hot dogs and drinks available Jaycees aim to serve a crowded debut for young horses trainers and jockeys on graduation day after a winter training period.
Ray S. Redden urged Aiken merchants to upgrade downtown areas to attract customers as the 1970s growth looms. Genesco Inc. director spoke at the annual banquet of the Association of Downtown Aiken Merchants. Officers for 1970 were elected: William Franklin president Buddy Coleman vice president Margaret Holley secretary Robert Johnson treasurer. Franklin said the group aims to recruit and organize over 100 potential members. The next step is committee assignments to maximize member effectiveness.
The Aiken County Delegation pledged 400000 toward a new Technical Education Center. The TEC on U S 1 between Aiken and North Augusta carries an estimated total cost around 2 million with 20 percent county funds and federal grants. Construction items list 1 474 000 for building and other costs totals were outlined.
A. L. Hudson operator of the Big H grocery on Atomic Road and Buena Vista Avenue was robbed at gunpoint around 9 30 p m yesterday in North Augusta. An unidentified white man about 52 years old, 5 7, with gray brown hair, wearing gray clothing, escaped with $150 in the store. Hudson and his wife were present during the hold up.
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