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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1975
Page
4
Historical newspaper masthead listing Samuel A. Cothran as president and editor and Robert D. Cathcart as executive editor for the May 16 1975 issue. Contains page four content.
The Establishment shows strength in South Carolina with two pivotal General Assembly votes. It names four PSC members despite public demand for reform and selects a Circuit 15 judge from three candidates, including the unconventional victor. The piece argues the Establishment runs things and leaves the public to decide its fate in next elections.
An article from a Stetson University booklet argues against glorifying the common man as leaders. It urges selecting uncommon leaders with four I's Intelligence Ideals Integrity and Initiative to guide the nation. It cites Washington Jefferson Franklin Adams as examples of uncommon leaders.
Gaylord Freeman of Chicago told a Senate Finance subcommittee that a democracy can collapse from unchecked fiscal policy if voters vote themselves treasury largesse. He urged courageous congressional action to avert this risk, addressing Subcommittee Chair Mike Gravel of Alaska.
A reader blasts the City of Aiken for ignoring a dirty stretch of Highway No. 1 by S and P Grading Company in the northeast, calling the cleanup talks inadequate. The letter column also includes a long discussion on federal energy finance and congressional budgeting from banker Freeman, urging saving, price ceilings, and reduced government borrowing.
A 27 year old, divorced parent of a five year old seeks guidance on overcoming loneliness. The piece urges faith as a remedy and outlines steps: reminder of being loved by Christ, leveraging Scripture and prayer, building supportive Christian friends, and finding work to focus energy for the child. It emphasizes courage and reliance on the Lord.
A Williston reader praises Aiken Nursing Home praising its capable staff including Mr. Newman the physical therapist and the supportive administration. The writer notes 24 hour care for her husband a stroke patient and her own cancer experience, adding that she can share meals with him and hopes to counter negative views of nursing homes.
The Aiken Standard invites letters to be published, signed in the writer's handwriting with a valid mailing address. Anonymous submissions are not considered. Letters should be legible, ideally typewritten, and are editable for space clarity taste and libel. Word limit is 200.
University of Texas scientist Professor John McKetta calmly debunks common environmental fears. He cites facts on river safety in 1975, oxygen sources, nitrogen oxides, Lake Erie pollution, DDT benefits, and overall air quality, urging practical solutions and applied knowledge.
White House sources say President Ford was misled by national intelligence estimates predicting a multi month hold by South Vietnam. CIA warned of imminent Communist victory and urged a peace government, but this was overruled by Ambassador Graham Martin who pressed Thieu to form a war cabinet. The Pentagon had long predicted Saigon’s line would break with Thieu wavering and indecisive orders leading to a chaotic retreat.
A fragment quotes a patriot call to join in the struggle for American liberties. It emphasizes confidence in allied support for preserving colonial rights amid distress and invites unity in salutary measures.
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