Thurmond Reflects On Long Career And Aiken Ties
Washington correspondent recalls Strom Thurmond, age 81, campaigning for re election and for the President. The senator shows expanded power as President Pro Tempore and Judiciary Committee chair and notes his longtime ties to Aiken South Carolina. The piece frames his political evolution since Reagan era.
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Aiken NPR Chance Seen Stronger After State Shift
Sen. Strom Thurmond says Aiken’s chances for the Department of Energy New Production Reactor improve after South Carolina’s revised attitude toward nuclear projects at the Savannah River Plant. He cites Assembly support and Hodel rapport, expecting a January startup with a decision later next year.
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Richardson facing new charges after bus-ticket relief
Migrant worker Larry Richardson, who recently received a bus ticket home after a brief jail sentence, was arrested Friday morning on counts of horse breaking and petty larceny for allegedly entering a house and stealing a radio.
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Lobster Hue Incident At USC A Stump Meeting
A young woman at a USC A stump meeting sat in the grass all day and noticed her shorts matched a lobster color. Sen Strom Thurmond and family attended Aiken First Presbyterian Church on Mother's Day to honor Mrs Paul Moore with a large bouquet in the church vestibule.
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Drugs Dominate Aiken Sheriff Campaign At USC Aiken Meeting
Candidates from county and state races gathered at USC Aiken to defend views on drugs in Aiken County. Sheriff contenders Heath Smith and Gunnells emphasized drug control and experience, while others pledged to drive dealers out and back education plans.
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Dick) Riley
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Michael Jackson Hosts Anti Drunk Driving Campaign at White House
President Reagan presents the presidential public safety communication award to Michael Jackson on the White House South Lawn for starring in a 30 second TV spot and a 60 second radio ad against drunk driving. The campaign targets 16 to 24 year olds with dramatic effects and a beat it theme. The National Transportation Safety Board reports 42,500 highway deaths in 1983.
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