North Augusta lowers fire insurance classes upgrading city rates
North Augusta public officials announce a drop in commercial fire insurance classifications from Class 6 to Class 3 within the city and from 7 9 to 3 9 outside limits. The change brings substantial premium savings for wood frame masonry and fire resistant buildings. ISO CRS rates apply from December 1. Also, the council backs Savannah River Plant as a site for a new production reactor while appointing Belton Weeks as assistant municipal judge and noting Youth Appreciation Day at North Augusta Senior High.
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Charles Martin
Martin
William Gray
Thomas Greene
Savannah River
D. Kim Ledford
Belton Weeks
North Augusta Senior High School
Chuck Walker
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Doctors Find Genetic Pattern For Fatal Huntington's Disease
New York researchers identify a genetic pattern linked to Huntington's disease enabling early diagnosis from blood samples. The method could reveal carrier status for parents and determine if a fetus carries the defect, influencing family planning and potential abortion decisions.
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Cold People Of Anchorage Cope With Lack Of Shelter
In Anchorage Alaska the so called cold people face a shelter shortage as frigid winters press residents to seek warmth. Three died last winter. this season no deaths yet though temperatures drop to teens and snow piles up. A few improvised shelters exist near the railroad yard as Harry Rice from Groton Connecticut describes life in a wood and plastic shanty with four others.
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Harry Rice
Groton, Conn
Natural gas promotion urges quick energy upgrades
An advertisement claims natural gas is clean, fast, efficient, and economical with abundant supply. It touts ranges, water heaters, and heating systems that burn natural gas as dependable and low maintenance. It urges contacting SCE&G for details on replacing or installing systems in homes or offices.
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