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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1970
Page
4
A National Guard sergeant greases a flag staff outside a Chicago armory to deter student activists who planned to remove the U S flag. The incident symbolizes deep domestic conflict sparked by Kent State protests and reflects mounting national unease at countermeasures amid a divided citizenry.
The piece condemns Senate leaders Mansfield and Fulbright for urging restraint in Cambodia, arguing their past Vietnam policies failed and urging President Nixon to avoid Britain like Vietnam mistakes. It asserts Cambodia cannot defend itself from North Vietnamese aggression and cautions against building a mutual security bulwark.
The piece argues Thailand and South Vietnam must act together to counter Communist advances in Cambodia with limited US support. It urges warning to Red China and the Soviet Union, criticizes Congress for hesitation, and asserts that backing allies to drive North Vietnamese forces from Cambodian sanctuaries would end the Vietnam War.
Aiken readers recount a car order dispute with rising retainers from 50 to 500 dollars and note a cheaper purchase across the river. A second letter seeks help locating Dr Gillespie, a turn‑of‑the‑century Aiken resident, and traces Gillespie family connections for a local history project.
Eugene J Oyler serves as executive editor of the Aiken Standard with the publication dated Monday May 18 1970. The note highlights his role in guiding the newspaper's editorial direction.
The piece argues the Strike Back Student Coalition at the University of South Carolina is a conservative response to campus disorders, likely fringe, and urges non violent methods. It warns armbands could provoke opponents and emphasizes order should remain with official authorities, not vigilantes.
The piece argues that God’s love coexists with hell but emphasizes human free will. Judas’s choice shows individuals can reject salvation despite opportunity. It notes God cannot override personal decisions yet has offered eternal life through Christ and Spirit’s persuasions.
A local resident from Aiken County criticizes city and county operations, urging elimination of excess payrolls, use of prisoners for labor, and a single election cycle. He suggests a county judge, merged offices, and governor appointments for vacancies to reduce waste and improve services. He wants a committee to review loopholes and expenditures.
Built about 1948 by Mr and Mrs Ambrose Clark for their ill daughter the home has passed through several owners and is now owned by Dr and Mrs James E Simons Architect Willis Irvin designed the house with handcarved mantels over 100 years old and rope motif carvings on the doors Recently added gates from the estate of the late Mrs Mattie Hall enhance its historic character
AP profiles Garry Moore as a relaxed figure who avoided big hit-show stress. Once earning up to 30 000 a week on top-rated programs, he now hosts Voice of America broadcasts and To Tell The Truth. He values purpose, not fame, and volunteers with charities while sailing a 40 foot ketch.
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