Momentum grows for tax compromise amid energy levy debates
Washington reports momentum toward a compromise on deficit cutting tied to energy taxes as conservative Senate Democrats like Senator David Boren signal willingness to accept broad based energy taxes in exchange for deeper spending cuts. The House backed the package by a narrow margin, and officials stress progress toward an agreed plan.
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Campbell backs compromise on South Carolina government restructuring
Governor Carroll Campbell endorses a long debated government reorganization plan calling it a milestone. The package consolidates 76 boards into 19 agencies and shifts control to a more centralized executive, with July as a potential start date and a seven member Transportation Department board replacing the Highway Commission.
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Aiken Standard Publishes 1998 Quality of Life Supplement
The 1998 Quality of Life issue highlights Aiken County life with features, news and photos under the theme Making The Grade. Community leaders from diverse sectors provide a grade for their field, reflecting local pride and achievement.
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Memorial Day Reflections From a Veteran's Mother
In Graniteville a 67 year old, Ruby M. Carter, mourns two sons lost in war and a husband left in remembrance. Her Vietnam death occurred when Clifton Edward Bennett, 20, was killed in 1966 during a river crossing in Vietnam. Bennett lies at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Aiken, while Carter hopes to be buried beside them.
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Clinton Visit To Memorial Raises Risks
President Clinton spoke at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial on Memorial Day amid controversy over draft avoidance. He visited Arlington Cemetery and marked the 50th anniversary of World War II, aiming to frame the war era’s angst while facing mixed veteran and public reactions. A CBS poll showed broad public support for his Memorial Day appearance.
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Widow Learns How Husband Died After 50 Years
A World War II widow in New Zealand learned how her husband Capt Turner died in 1944 when a Second Marine Division Association member located her. Turner was killed by a sniper during a Japanese ambush in New Zealand training duty, passing the line to his widow via a local press account and a friend’s daughter.
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Local Tips Line Calls Needed for News Tips
Readers are invited to share news ideas by calling 648 2311. Names listed include Lillian Carter Barnett of West Columbia Rias Columbus Bennett of Aiken Marvin Holmes of Jackson Tollier Jowers Blackville Press Lindsey Augusta James Pollock of North Augusta.
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Habitat For Humanity Dedicates Eighth House
Habitat for Humanity in Aiken County dedicates its eighth house on Greenville Street. Helen Prysock thanks volunteers and says the home marks a blessed day as she signs a no interest mortgage. Mayor Cavanaugh notes the program’s goal of people helping people.
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