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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1982
Page
4
Jenkin Lloyd Jones argues American quality is slipping amid economic strain and consumer laxity. He cites shoddy workmanship in textiles and housing, warns of complacent industry, and notes postwar shifts in Japan and Britain that pressured U S standards. He advocates renewed discipline and pride in craftsmanship across sectors.
The Reagan administration withdraws nonbinding bilingual guidelines and signals a shift toward flexibility. It backs Sen. Hayakawa's bill offering English immersion with optional transitionalSpanish support, aiming to meet needs without mandating full bilingual programs.
The state Board of Prison Terms weighs canceling Sirhan Sirhan's September 1 1984 parole date after prosecutors argue he shows no remorse and remains convinced his crime defended a political cause. His attack on Robert Kennedy and the democratic system is cited, with later attempts on presidents, including Reagan, underscoring deterrence needs.
A reader objects to the Aiken County Planning Commission seeking half a million dollars to attract a New Jersey chemical plant to South Carolina. He cites New Jersey pollution history and urges Gov. Riley to reject the plan. A separate letter notes NACCCA seeks CCC alumni for information on reviving CCC II and provides contact details.
Isabel Robertson of 1440 Lyon Drive SE responds to Caren Hall and a prior letter about squirrels dogs and birds. She questions school board hearings and education standards while defending residents' right to quiet and orderly property use.
A readers column argues that political appointees dominate many state roles from judges to college trustees and ports authorities, urging nonpartisan selection. It notes the risk of politicized picks and cites humorous observations from an IRS office and stray quips about aging, cards, barrels, and vampires.
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