Alabama urged to pass universal seat belt law after Victoria gains
The Birmingham News notes Victoria Australia reduced deaths and injuries by 20 percent in three months after enacting compulsory front seat belt use. Lee Iacocca urges state action to require belts nationwide, citing 3,500 annual lives saved and potential 12,000 more if use rose from 40 percent.
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Some Paranoia, Youth, and Odd Lessons in Self Aid
A column of aphorisms and quips on paranoia, aging, and preferences in reading. It notes youth’s scorn and capacity to be impressed, advises on finding new heroes, and riffs on practical jokes like Boyle's Law and breaded veal cutlets. The closing line teases a recipe that begins with a blindfold.
Teen faith and family harmony in a modern life
A teen addresses parents and church norms, arguing the Bible supports youth individuality and fun. The message cites Mary and Jesus as teen examples who lived to God’s will, urging commitment to Christ for happiness and harmony with family and society.
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Whalen Attacks Nixon in Catch The Falling Flag Memoir
Richard J. Whalen analyzes his 1967-72 stay in Nixon campaign circles and his later critique in Catch The Falling Flag. He portrays Nixon as a kinglike figure and details his break from the campaign entourage, using the flag motif to urge new leadership.
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Dagger’s Point
Letter on mosquito control methods and local response
Helen Hammitt from Dibble Road urges the Aiken Health Department to use surface oil on standing water to curb mosquitoes and questions Dr. Hair's handling of the issue while recalling polio control in the past. She notes a local swamp near Hitchcock Woods and expresses willingness to take action, criticizing inaction.
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Aiken County
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Roland Windham
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Helen Hammitt
Dibble Rd
I’m only 17
This piece recalls a teen named 17 who died in a car crash after choosing to drive rather than ride the bus. The narrative expresses grief from family and friends and begs for one more chance to live, stressing the consequences of dangerous driving and the desire to grow up.
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Aiken County Voter Registration Leads In State
Aiken County residents show high registration rates, ranking fifth in the state with 56,411 registered voters in Spartanburg, Richland and Greenville ahead. The article notes more than one third of the county population is 17 or younger per the 1970 census, highlighting strong citizen participation in elections.
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Greenville
Richland
Spartanburg
Aiken
Cain co authors bill to form South Carolina Natural Resources Conservation Commission
Aiken County's Rep. C Marshall Cain co author of a bill to create a single agency for all environmental matters by merging three existing state bodies into the South Carolina Natural Resources Conservation Commission. The writer urges more streamlined initiatives and hopes Cain pursues similar consolidations.
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Aiken County
C. Marshall Cain
South Carolina Natural Resources Conservation Commission
Cain
Clue To British Isles Unsinkability
Paul Harvey argues Britain's durability stems from its court system. Britain conducts trials with dignity and speed. few jury trials, magistrates handle most cases, and judges are appointed. He contrasts with American courts and notes low crime rates per capita in Britain.
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Northern Ireland
Old Bailey
Justice of the
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