26 Mar 2000
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 2000
Page
1
Aiken hosts the 34th Spring Steeplechase drawing about 32 000 spectators under sunny skies. Howard Hickey Jr notes improved crowd size while one spill occurred with no injuries. Mayor Fred Cavanaugh mingled with guests as families enjoyed horses and hors d oeuvres.
President Clinton, in Islamabad, scolded General Musharraf for wasting effort on nuclear weapons and India disputes. He urged restoration of democracy, crackdown on terrorism, and renewed dialogue with India to ease Kashmir tensions while warning of diplomatic isolation.
Hollywood faces a chaotic buildup to the Oscars with misplaced ballots and stolen statues. A salvager found trophies discarded near trash bins as secrecy was challenged by a website rumor and a Wall Street Journal survey of voters.
City Manager Roger LeDuc and developer Mike Brazeal plan a major renovation around the Parker Paint site adding six townhouses. The project will create 40 parking spaces and a landscaped connection from Laurens Street to Bee Lane with a paved walkway to Richland Avenue, touted as downtown renewal.
Actress Gillian Anderson investigates her television partner, revealing tensions and potential project fallout. Weekend readers get an early look at the behind scenes dynamics and possible changes to the show’s future.
A feature highlights the Boyd Observatory offering a detailed look at the night sky. Visitors learn about telescopes, star maps, and seasonal celestial events guiding public viewing sessions.
Obituary notices on page 4A list William Larry Fields of Aiken listed with George Funeral Homes Martha Elizabeth Jones of Aiken and David Meachum of Monetta from Davis Funeral name Robert Thomas of Ridge Spring. The notices name the Davis Funeral Home as the provider for multiple services.
A short preview looks at the last leg of the Triple Crown and the relevance of raw and cooked dishes to fans. Tom Jrroy notes this week’s appetite for racing drama and weekend food explorations.
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