24 Mar 2003
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 2003
Page
1
On Sunday Iraqi forces used ambushes and fake surrenders to kill or capture up to 21 U S troops as the invasion pressed toward Baghdad. Nine Marines died and about a dozen Americans were captured in An Nasiriyah, signaling tougher resistance.
Reports say U S Marines discovered a chemical factory near Nasiriyah after clashes as authorities questioned whether it contained chemical agents. Bush officials called for progress in the war while noting heavy air strikes and multiple casualties.
The article profiles Strom Thurmond Jr and local workers who endure long daily drives between Aiken County and Columbia. Thurmond leaves around 1 am for an 8 am start, returning by 7:45 pm, with traffic slowing near Exit 55. Other drivers report 70 minute to Columbia commutes, weather and fog as common delays.
A local carpooler explains trust in a partner who drove and slept during trips. The pair planned to commute together but one member moved to Columbia, while Wood vows to stay in Aiken for similar reasons.
Voters are urged to turn out in large numbers for Aiken County's only countywide special election since 1994. The primary is expected to draw 15 000 to 18 000 voters with Democrats Neil Britt and Donald on the ballot.
Profiles of all four candidates outline Mike Hunt and Jody Rowland as Butler supported Republicans. Voting precinct locations are listed. The winners advance to a May 13 general election to fill the midterm vacancy created by former Sheriff Howard Sellers resigning to join Homeland Security.
Adrien Brody won best actor for The Pianist and Nicole Kidman won best actress for The Hours amid a war overshadow. Chicago led in nominations and wins with Catherine Zeta-Jones and four technical awards while Pedro Almodovar took original screenplay for on how WINNER. Michael Moore’s attack on Bush sparked emotional reaction at the ceremony.
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