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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1990
Page
13
Pastor M Randall Jones led Langston Baptist Church in a 72-hour scripture reading to inspire a return to godliness. About 350 congregation members read aloud the final three chapters of Revelation, aiming for a Guinness World Record as the event concluded on Sunday.
NORTH CHARLESTON AP The Army Corps of Engineers halted a 25 million coliseum project after officials found dirt dumping into federally protected wetlands without a permit. The city faces possible fines under the Clean Water Act as the corps issued a cease and desist order Friday.
Will Brockington an eight year old second grader at Mead Hall lists his top reads. His picks include Mat Pit and the Tunnel Tenants The Boxcar Children Henry and Ribsy Nancy Drew Mysteries and Hardy Boy Mysteries.
Aiken man walked his Pomeranian to a local south Aiken store to buy a Sunday paper. The box lid shut on the leash trapping the dog as the man rushed inside for change. Passersby watched as the dog waited tied to the paper box. Edith Arthur mentioned in church that a neighbor’s husband complained he must hire someone to mow the lawn to get exercise for golf.
Anay Johnson and Mage Kathy Riekhof celebrate birthdays alongside Megan Smith Wendell Derrick and Tiffany Rodgers in a community recognition noting friendships and well wishes from neighbors and family.
Harold D. Kingsmore, 57, named president of the South Carolina Textile Manufacturers Association at its annual meeting in Sea Island Georgia. He vows to shift public perception of the industry as modern and productive, urges stronger trade protections, and plans continued work in education and environmental issues including Sumter’s hazardous waste site. Kingsmore, a Clemson Hall of Fame athlete, led multiple textile firms and spent 50 years at Riegel Textile before presidencies at Avondale Mills Cannon Mills and Graniteville Co.
Silver Bluff High School NJROTC color guard and drill team earned multiple Southeastern U.S. tier wins and a state certificate of recognition from Rep J Roland Smith. About 18 of 90 cadets participate in color guard or drill, practicing twice weekly to perfect routines and leadership skills.
The Aiken County Board of Education meets Tuesday at Midland Valley High School to discuss a preliminary 68.1 million operating budget and a 5.6 mill increase to fund program improvements. A public hearing is planned after presenting the tentative budget by May 22. The board will also review the fiscal 1990-95 facilities improvement plan and vote on architects and engineers for 1991-92 projects.
Williston hosts its Wonderful Weekend festival from May 24 to 26 with a carnival at Kent's Corner, rides for all ages, skill games, and a full schedule of events on Main Street. Sunday features a Citizenship Award ceremony, a parade, a flower show, and crafts. Headliners include the O Kaysions for a street dance and a Saturday night auction offering prizes.
A three day festival in Williston Barnwell County runs May 24 through 26 with free admission no tickets needed directions from Aiken include S C 78 into Williston.
Historic Aiken Foundation heard Peter Dessauer discuss the Statue of Liberty restoration from 1983 to 1986. The project, involving American and French architects and Italian artisans, repaired a broken nose and eyelids and updated the torch and crown lighting. Awards were given for preservation of No 10 Downing Street and the Aiken Public Library in the former elementary school.
The fourth annual Island Heritage Day moves to Redcliffe State Park Beech Island from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday after rain canceled the original April date. At least 25 crafters will demonstrate early American crafts including spinning quilting basketmaking candle and soap making. Living history figures include Laurens resident David George as an 1700s Indian trader and James Batten with Melissa Batten portraying medical and soap making tasks. An antique auto show exhibits and Civil War encampments also highlight the day.
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