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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1997
Page
4
Former President George Bush at 72 fulfilled a half century promise by parachuting from 12 500 feet over the desert. Guided by two expert parachutists he landed upright within 40 yards of the target, proving the stunt was not for politics but personal achievement.
A proposed bill in the House would suspend or revoke state licenses for parents who miss child support. Starting with driver licenses, it would also affect fishing and hunting licenses and occupational licenses for many professions. Supporters say the measure is needed to enforce payments.
The article discusses Robert Graves and Joseph Campbell on how Jesus crucifixion and resurrection echo earlier sun god and fertility rites. It notes Campbell’s view that much of Christian belief blends myth with history, and his PBS Mythos lecture urging believers and nonbelievers to consider literal versus symbolic truths.
The Five Year Facility Plan moves forward with construction of a new North Aiken Elementary School starting in November and a 7.2 million facility due to finish by December 1998. Plans aim to reduce crowding at existing schools and free space at Aiken High School while opponents urge renovations at Paul Knox Middle School.
A North Augusta reader commends a local couple for fostering a baby born addicted to drugs, praising their compassion and sacrifice while offering condolences for the newborn's brief life. The note also lauds Belvedere Volunteer Fire Department’s service and outlines its 1996 Fire and Medical call statistics and training efforts.
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