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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1981
Page
4
Aiken Standard began in 1867 and was published each weekday afternoon by Aiken Communications Inc at 124 Rutland Drive P O Box 456, Aiken South Carolina 29801 with carrier and postal paid status noted. The record lists the paper’s address and service details in its masthead.
The piece argues the voluntary car import limits risk higher prices for consumers, reduced competition, and weaker U.S. manufacturers in the long run. It contends the policy invites other protectionist barriers and questions why President Reagan did not veto mandatory restrictions sought by lawmakers.
Justice Rehnquist urges faster appeals as capital punishment remains constitutional yet rarely carried out. He cites Georgia family murders and notes about 750 death row inmates nationwide with over 50 in San Quentin. He warns delays invite vigilante justice and Lynch law.
Smith Hempstone analyzes South Africa's 1981 election, noting the National Party retained a large majority but lost Afrikaner unity and gained English speaking defections. He explains the political dynamics, possible reforms, and the economic pressures shaping Botha's mean of liberalization while facing inflation and a looming balance of payments deficit. The piece contrasts ANC demands, Rhodesia's status, and U.S. stance under Reagan.
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