Grenada invasion debate tests press freedom and trust
The Aiken Standard condemns media bias and stresses press freedom as essential to U.S. democracy. It argues the Grenada operation showed government distrust of reporters and warns that partisan and combative coverage risks eroding constitutional protections.
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Grenada
Europe
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Korea
Vietnam
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U. S
Stooges
Nixon
Johnson
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Tip Overkill Wrings Political Drama From Reagan Clash
Max Lerner surveys a heated campaign start as Tip ONeill attacks Reagan’s policies and age while framing Mondale and Jackson’s odds. The piece links ONeills barb to Grenada and Machiavelli, contrasting fear tactics with leadership wisdom and longevity.
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Reagan
Machiavelli
Andropov
Castro
Grenada
Caribbean
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Ron
Scotty
Truman
Eisenhower
Kennedy Khrushchev Pact Violations Prompt Caribbean Action
Washington notes massive Cuban Soviet hardware found in Grenada and Grenadan forces tied to Moscow. Critics warn emphasis on Cuban threat risks exposing motive rooted in power politics and legal concerns under strain from regional turmoil and allied unease.
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Washington
Grenada
Moscow
Reagan
Caribbean
U.S
Europe
Cuba
Khrushchev
Kennedy
Hays of Graniteville Remembered as Community Leader
James Roberson Hays, longtime Graniteville official and former chairman of the Aiken County Democratic Party, died Oct. 27. A Furman University baseball star, he built a civic life as a Lutheran community leader, Shriner, United Way and Cancer Society supporter, and company official with the Graniteville Co. His death is mourned by Graniteville and Aiken County.
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Scotty
Reston
Tip
Nancy
Beverly Hills
United States
Walter Mondale
Teddy Kennedy
Jesse Jackson
Sacred Seven
Reagan
James Roberson Hays
Wagener
Graniteville
Graniteville Co
Furman University
Horse Creek
Augusta
Bubba
Hays
Cora Lee Reeves
Buster
Aiken County
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Eastern Star
Knights of Pythias
St. James Lutheran Church
Lutheran Church
Star Masonic Lodge
United Way
American Cancer Society
Graniteville Exchange Club
Midland Valley Country Club
Strom Thurmond
Thought For Today Quote by H. G. Wells
A concise reflection on shared humanity cites H. G. Wells asserting that our true nationality is mankind. The line underscores universal solidarity and compassion across borders.
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H. G. Wells
At The Crossroads SRP Expansion Faces NPR Location Decision
The piece urges continued operation and expansion of the Savannah River Plant and warns NPR placement in Idaho could threaten SRP. It highlights Aiken region benefits from SRP including Du Pont and 9,500 employees and lists addresses for Governor Richard Riley and Energy Secretary Donald Hodel to register support.
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Savannah River
SRP
Idaho
NPR
Aiken
du Pont
Dear Dr Graham Prison Letter on Bible Help
In a jail letter a inmate asks if the Bible can help him become a better person and receive forgiveness. The response affirms that faith in Jesus brings forgiveness, new life, and the Holy Spirit, inviting a simple prayer and daily growth through Scripture.
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F.G.B
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Christ
Jesus Christ
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