The Price Of Competition Is Sometimes High
Paul Harvey laments competitive excess in American media and sports. He notes doctors chasing fame with risky techniques and journalists racing for first with breaking news. He cites Sadat’s assassination and a Tucson shooting as examples of frenetic coverage creating hype over reality.
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Thomas Coffman
Salute To Textiles In Aiken County Textile Week Highlight
An observance of Textile Week at the University of South Carolina Aiken campus showcased the county's deep textile roots. The Vaucluse Manufacturing Co founded in 1833 helped shape Aiken and Graniteville with ties to William Gregg, while United Merchants and Manufacturers and Riegel now anchor the industry supporting thousands of workers.
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Xerox Cuts Hit Workers Amid Cost-Reduction Push
The Milwaukee Journal notes Xerox Corp faces competitive pressure from Japan and plans manpower reductions. The company states involuntary layoffs are necessary, translating to mandatory firings as it attempts to cut costs.
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Still Generous The lunch subsidy debate persists
Critics rail at reduced school lunch subsidies while noting the program remains large. Families up to 130 percent of poverty still receive free lunches and those up to 185 percent get reduced-price meals. The new guidelines aim to cut waste and increase flexibility, shifting more cost to those who can pay. Taxpayers confront the idea of no free lunch amid ongoing deficit spending.
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Nixon in Perspective Amid Liberal Backlash and Scorn
Ashley Cooper reflects on Nixon’s involvement in national politics and the funeral delegation, arguing hatred of politicians obscures policy. He ranks alleged crimes, noting Washington Roosevelt Kennedy and Johnson as more notorious, while defending Nixon against claims of treason or murder.
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Dear A A T Seeks God and Church Guidance
A shy reader asks how to start faith life. The responder urges inviting Jesus Christ with a simple prayer, then joining a church where Christ is preached to grow spiritually and find a supportive Christian community.
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