20 Mar 1997
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1997
Page
1
Spring arrives with sunny skies and mild temperatures as Aiken officials mark the first day of the season. The high near 72 degrees and a low around 45 precede a weekend with similar conditions.
Obituary brief notes the deaths of William H. Doug Casnahan of North Augusta Jules Meachem of Moneta and Rev Clarence W. Thompson of Ridge Spring in a concise notice outlining their passing and associated locations.
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In Helsinki the two leaders, one in a wheelchair and the other walking stiffly, pledged peace in Europe yet clashed openly over NATO expansion. Clinton offered arms control concessions to push START II ratification while advocating an expanded security blanket eastward. Yeltsin warned such moves would isolate Russia and fuel Cold War tensions, noting their talks would be difficult and serious.
Dozens of fathers and male role models visited North Aiken Elementary School on a men’s day to share lunch, talk work skills, and participate in classroom activities. Organizer Jack Knox noted the importance of paternal involvement and a similar event for mothers is planned for April 7.
Georgia and South Carolina residents may see higher sales taxes as counties in Georgia push seven percent for school construction and debt reduction. Voter turnout was low in Richmond and Columbia counties, while Aiken merchants expect mild to modest impact and note shoppers compare prices across state lines. Local business owners cite potential shifts toward shopping locally to offset higher costs.
New Ellenton defeated GOP mayoral candidate Norman Strader moves to force Governor to remove Mayor Paul Parker by seeking judicial review in the Second Judicial Circuit Court. He asks the court to declare the office vacant void the election invalid and order a new election. Parker questions the motive saying he is stepping on toes.
At Ford Conger Field in Powderhouse Road the Village of Shops opens infield tents for the Aiken Steeplechase. Local vendors include Mango's Demetris Aiken Brewing Co AB Beverage and The Screenprint Factory with Aiken merchandise. Gates open 10 am post time 11 am and admission is 8 advance 10 at the gate.
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