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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 26, 2000
Page
5
Judge Cooper rejected continuing deliberations and a Friday recess, declaring a mistrial as foreman said unanimous verdict was impossible. Defense argued lack of evidence linking Smith to child battering, while the state cited Dr Sexton’s report of extreme indifference and Smith’s caregiver role.
Holiday activities begin at 1 pm with a dignitary emcee Lt Col Eric Radford of the Aiken City Council. Mayor Pro Tom Lessie Price discusses the Character Program. At 1:30 pm the Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest starts at the festival center on Newberry Street with age divisions and prizes. Displayed by True Value Hardware and Osbon’s Laundry. Memorial Day parade forms at Union Street and Park Avenue, led by Fort Gordon Color Guard, with Gen Peter Cavellio as grand marshal and Miss South Carolina Lisa Rabon attending. Monday ends with wreath laying by the Marine Corps League, plus 4 F16 jets, Rep. Robert Perry as guest speaker, a 21-gun salute and taps.
Rudy highlighted deficiencies in WSI line facility plutonium intake handling and emphasized need for better procedures post orders contractor interface and command control. He praised numerous achievements and thanked WSI for support of missions at the Savannah River Site. WSI, a Wackenhut subsidiary, provides paramilitary security and law enforcement for the 310 square mile site since 1983.
Larry Myers of WGSG announced a 400000 pledge toward the ACP Playhouse campaign. Westinghouse and City of Aiken commitments total 1.2 million for a new facility featuring an orchestra pit rehearsal studio and freight elevator. The City will own the shell and lease space for 1 year, with the building offering access to other groups when unused. Mayor Cavanaugh calls it a win for all and notes past success with 20/20 funding. Clue the Musical opens Friday under director Angie Fitzgerald.
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