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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1997
Page
4
In the six game match, Kasparov faltered as Deep Blue outmaneuvered him. The Philadelphia Inquirer reflects on expertise, humanity, and the role of machines in mastering complex tasks.
The United Nations tribunal convicts Dus an Tadic on 11 counts of murder and brutal acts, first formal judgment labeling Bosnian Serb actions as ethnic cleansing. The ruling notes Bosnia violence may not fit international conflict criteria under the fourth Geneva Convention, complicating future prosecutions and peace efforts.
Washington columnist argues the White House and Congress reached a sham budget pact that expands entitlements and welfare for noncitizens while claiming modest Medicare savings. It criticizes per child tax credits and targeted cuts, urging broad rate reductions and tax-code simplification instead. Michael W. Lynch writes from Reason magazine’s Washington desk.
The Alliance for South Carolina's Children cites SC ranking 48th nationally for child well being, urges state funding for proven early childhood programs, and proposes public private partnerships. The piece stresses starting now, leveraging immunization success and county campaigns to expand care, education, and support.
Roscoe Hightower of Aiken voices concern over a proposed by law change restricting former employees from running for Aiken Electric Cooperative board for 10 years, arguing it is discriminatory and unconstitutional. He urges trustees to postpone voting May 17 to allow member education.
Adam J. Coffin of Den 7 Pack 110 notes Wolf Scouts cleaned trash at Hitchcock Woods last night. He urges everyone to participate and keep the park clean for all visitors.
The Aiken Standard invites readers to send Letters to the Editor. Brief letters should include the writer's signature, mailing address, and daytime and home phone numbers for verification. Address letters to Letters to the Editor, Aiken Standard, PO Box 456, Aiken, SC 29802.
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