18 Mar 1985
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1985
Page
1
The broadest measure of U.S. foreign trade shows a record deficit of 101.6 billion dollars for last year, more than doubling the 1983 shortfall. Analysts say the nation likely became a net debtor for the first time since 1914, when the U.S. owed foreigners more than they owed.
About 9,000 to 10,000 fans braved rain at the 43rd Aiken Trials on the Aiken Training Track. Tim Frommer and George Thomas led multiple mounts for Arrowhead Stable and Bruce Johnstone with wins by Frommer in two events and a City of Aiken Cup for Thomas. Made in Hawaii narrowly missed the trial record, and organizers expect next year’s schedule to adapt.
The Aiken Hunt Meet at Clark Field gates open 10 a.m. post time 1 30 p.m. Saturday sponsored by Aiken SERTOMA with a Friday Steeplechase Gala at 7 30 p.m. Tickets range from $4 to $175 with railside parking and limited seating for 1 000. The Aiken Sulky Races Saturday March 30 at the Aiken Mile Track post 2 p.m. proceeds benefit Shrine projects and tickets start at $4 with railside options and group packages.
Darnall W. Boyd Jr., 28, a Columbia native and longtime Aiken polo player, was killed when a Utah ski lodge exploded due to a propane leak. He remained behind with a broken leg as friends went out, and funeral services were held in Columbia.
Aiken Clemson Extension expert Tom Earle warns of a mid 20s low tonight and a possible 20s freeze. Cover or bring inside plants and use a light under the cover or keep sprinkler water on to protect them. Warm, sunny 60s tomorrow with rain chances later in the week.
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