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Newspaper

Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1974

Page

5

Aiken Retiree Uses Time To Help Community

The three part feature profiles Alex Hyslop a West Virginia native now living in Aiken He volunteers with the Senior Citizens Club Crosland Park and the American Association of Retired Persons He aids Ola Hitts Community Care Home and assists veterans via outings and events He also supports the Council on Aging and local hospice efforts through the United Way and Cancer Society

Alex Hyslop West Virginia Hyslop Aiken The Senior Citizens Club of Crosland Park Senior Men's Club American Association of Retired Per Aiken Historic Society Cancer Society United Way Salvation Army Baptist Church Lower Savannah Lynne Katonak

Gardening Tips For Aiken: Summer Care And Plant Maintenance

Warm weather prompts readers to prune poinsettias, repot and replant in sun with careful watering. Azaleas, chrysanthemums, camellias, and garden crops require timely pruning, fertilizing, pest control, and mulch. Use pine straw for acid-loving plants and prepare compost for mulching as summer approaches.

Noteworthy In New Ellenton

Friends of Mrs. Robert Griffith are happy to know she is recovering from recent surgery in Aiken County Hospital. Libby Brinkley and Alice Johnson also had surgery recently and Exie Hall and Mae Mongeau are home and doing fine. Mr and Mrs. J. O. Givens of Newport News Virginia and Mr and Mrs. Randall Inabinet of Columbia were

Gail Shaw Robert Griffith Aiken County Hospital Libby Brinkley Alice Johnson Exie Hall Mae Mongeau

Birth Announcements From Clearwater and Aiken

Mr and Mrs Lamar Williams announce the birth of a daughter Cindi Lamaura born May 4 at University Hospital Augusta. Mrs Williams is the former Sandra Duncan daughter of Mr and Mrs Aaron Duncan of Langley. Christy Leigh Mills born May 6 at Aiken County Hospital to Mrs Roy Mills and the former Shirley Stallings. Paternal grandparents are Mr and Mrs Roy Mills of Aiken and Mr and Mrs James H Williams of North Augusta. Weekend guests were Mr and Mrs G R Snabinet. Mr and Mrs Olin Herring visited Alabama with son Don Herring of Lake City Florida. Mrs Earl Martin hosted a Cancer Crusade coffee for group captains and workers in New Ellenton. Lin Smithwick spoke on cancer research. Pine Cone Garden Club awarded Yard of the Month for May to Mr and Mrs David Swanson at 501 Georgia Avenue. The Swansons keep a neat yard and colorful gardens.

Lamar Williams Clearwater Cindi Lamaura University Hospital Augusta Williams Sandra Duncan Aaron H. Duncan Langley James H. Williams North Augusta Roy A. Mills Aiken Christy Leigh Aiken County Hospital Olin Herring Alabama Inlaw Mrs Don Herring Lake City Fla Earl Martin Cancer Crusade New Ellenton The Pine Cone Garden Club David Swanson Georgia Avenue Swansons

Proper Baby Care Begins Before Birth

Aiken doctors urge early prenatal care to prevent birth defects and protect mother and infant. Dr. James Barham Jr. and Dr. Niles A. Borop Jr. cite risks from infections, drugs, and toxoplasmosis, stressing frequent medical visits and good hygiene for expectant mothers. The March of Dimes promotes Healthy Baby Week and prenatal centers.

National Foundation March of Dimes Aiken James Barham Jr Niles A. Borop Jr

Rebecca C. Johnson Installed as Pilot Club President

Rebecca C. Johnson was installed as president of the Pilot Club of Aiken during the May meeting at the Ramada Inn. Also installed were Vivian Lofgren first vice president Wanda McCharen recording secretary Florence Busbee corresponding secretary Esther Mobley treasurer with Sadie Watson as installing officer.

Rebecca C. Johnson Pilot Club of

Dear Abby column letters on family conflict and censorship

A 14 year old pleads that his mother neglects him after remarrying, while a reader defends literature from harsh punishment. The editors advise open talk to address feelings and explain the mother’s compatibility, noting potential neglect if present.

Abby Park

Sizemores To Hold Reunion at Shrine Hall

The Sizemore Family Reunion will be held Sunday at Shrine Hall on Whiskey Road. Families are asked to bring picnic baskets and drinks. Paper plates cups and related items will be provided. Dinner is planned for about 1:00 p.m.

Sizemore Shrine Hall Whiskey Road

Panhellenic Spring Supper Party Signals 1973-74 Close

Mr and Mrs John Gray host the Panhellenic Spring Supper at 6 30 p m at 204 Lakeside Drive in Aiken inviting members and their husbands from the area. The event honors newly elected officers for 1974 75 and supports a USC Aiken scholarship. Reservations are due by noon on the 18th.

John Gray Lakeside Drive Aiken City Aiken Major C. Thompson University of South Carolina Robert Nathans Alpha Gamma Delta Robert B. Clyburn Delta Delta Delta Sherman Lloyd Pi Beta Phi Gray Delta Gamma Thompson Delta Zeta

Local Woman Installed as State Federation President

Mrs. W. V. Dickie Baxter of Aiken was installed as president of the State Federation of Business and Professional Women's Clubs at a Wade Hampton Hotel meeting in Columbia. Baxter, a DuPont employee since 1956, has long represented the federation at legislative conferences in Washington and attended many action and management conferences sponsored by the federation.

W. V.dickie Baxter Aiken State Federation of Business and Professional Women’s Clubs Wade Hampton Hotel Columbia Federation Washington

Also Mentioned on This Page

Erans Lola Rowland Graniteville Senior Citizens Club Arkenites J. O. Givens Newport News, Va Randall Inabinet Mrs. G. R. Snabinet Borop National Foundation- March of Dimes Shannon Rudolph H. Kizer Pilot Club Thelma Murtha Floree Handy Myrtle Jumper Lillian Barnett Robina Currie Sadie Watson Dear Abby Upset Wisconsin Sizemores Richland E. Ph Coward-Corley Seed Co. Inc Park Ave Dial Mrs. Baxter B&pw Aiken County Mental Health Center Florence Ave Mead Hall L. V. Kosinski
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