22 Mar 1977
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1977
Page
1
The Nestle Co says higher green bean costs and operating expenses push prices for instant and freeze-dried coffees above $5 per jar. Instant regular rises to $5.45 per 10 oz, De caffeinated to $5.24 per 8 oz, and Decaf to $4.68 per 8 oz, still below some rivals in most cases.
Indira Gandhi announced her resignation citing the people’s collective judgment. Her son also quit politics as returns showed opposition with a likely majority of at least 126 seats in the Lok Sabha. A separate Toronto bank siege ended peacefully with Robert McLagan, 37, released 4 of 16 hostages after surrender.
The Carter administration proposes simplifying voter registration and eliminating the electoral college. Vice President Mondale set a news conference to outline the reform, with the plan to go to Congress after White House talks with congressional leaders. It covers public financing for House and Senate elections and broader election procedure changes.
Scattered frost is possible as temperatures drop into the mid 30s tonight. Tomorrow expects sunny skies with a high in the 60s. Fair weather continues through Saturday with mild conditions on tap for the area.
Have You Heard reports Kirk Brown of Aiken won the state K of C basketball foul shooting contest on Saturday. Frank McGuire should watch for potential talent from Aiken as a future star. Patrick Suess, a St Mary’s third grader, celebrated St Patrick’s Day by dyeing his hair green.
The Aiken Hunt Meet features three flat turf races and a mule race beginning at 1 30 p m with Washington Park Police drill at noon Total prize money reaches 15000 with the Imperial Cup offering 7500 Tall Award from Augustan Stables is the favorite seeking a third win Jacasaba runner up in last week's 10000 At-Cup race and a rival to Tall Award in last year's Imperial Cup Sunny Ice ridden by Tom Skiffington and Red Brick House are also listed as potential contenders see page 2 for Hunt Meet coverage
The schedule lists events at Hitchcock with gates opening at 11 a.m. and admission 2.50, 3 at the gate. Harness racing begins at 2 p.m. with advance 2 and gate 2.50. Proceeds benefit American Cancer Society. The Aiken Hall of Fame opens Saturday 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
North Augusta's Riverview Park advances toward a 1.2 million development with phase two adding two softball fields a baseball field and two Dixie Youth fields all to be lighted by midsummer In 1984 the completed 94 acre facility will include nine lighted baseball and softball fields nine lighted tennis courts three picnic shelters three scoring towers nature trails a pool a wood form playground and skating and shuffleboard areas with plans for an indoor multipurpose building and other amenities plus revenue sharing funding and tight cost controls ever in view.
The Carter administration faces a decision on a new Zaire request for military aid including ammunition for U S made weapons. Washington previously authorized two planeloads of non lethal gear. Zaire wants ammunition and more spare parts amid an invasion from Angola. Castro says no Cubans were involved.
The Aiken Salvation Army has sent a more detailed fund drive proposal to the United Way of Aiken County. It responds to a United Way remark that the earlier plan was premature and outlines plans to fund an emergency shelter and rehabilitation center with a feasibility study by Bowman and Associates due in April.
Aiken County's legislative delegation is divided over a proposed two cent state gasoline tax increase. The bill passed the House by 54 to 52 with Rep. William A. Reel Jr. the sole local vote in favor. Reel defends the rise to fund road costs, while Gov. Edwards vows a veto if the Senate approves. Senators McMillan Knotts Turnipseed hold split positions awaiting Senate action.
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