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Newspaper

Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Nov 15, 1929

Page

5

Aiken to Host AAA Office After Membership Drive

Aiken will gain an American Automobile Association office after a drive exceeded the 100 member quota. Field reps Thomas Bryson and Lee Morey say the drive drew strong support from residents and officials, with the project sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and approved by the mayor and city council. The new office is expected to draw automobile tourists to stop in Aiken on U S Highway No 1 and the Dixie Highway, boosting local hotels.

Aiken American Automobile Association AAA U. S. Highway No.1 Dixie Highway Thomas J Bryson Lee M. Morey American Automobile, Association South Carolina Motor Club Ernest L. Allen Chamber of Commerce la Pa Age Tallies

City court fight over street widening stalls park plan

The South Carolina Supreme Court case between A Warner Saltazzi of Westbury and Mrs. Robert McCormick of Chicago over a horse purchase heads to high court after a 1928 verdict in favor of Saltazzi. Meanwhile City Council, facing a temporary injunction, rewrites plans to widen Richland Avenue on the south side between Laurens and Newberry Streets, promising to spare trees and Magnolia near Newberry Street while preparing for a possible legal showdown.

A. Warner Saltazzi Westbury L. L Robert McCormick Chicago Aiken South Carolina Supreme Court Columbia McCormick Baltazzi Barchus H Hendersons and Salley William Lepechkine Paris Baltagzi Supreme Court AL Oner Mrliams, Croft A - Ridiazzi Walef Aiken City Council Richland Avenue Laurens Newberry Streets Central Park Walter Plunkett Civic League The Park Commission Laurens and Newberry Street Gayrens Street Park Avenue

Red Cross Drive in Aiken Nets $687 So Far

The Red Cross campaign in Aiken and surrounding areas has raised 687 to date with many communities like Ellenton Kantteville and Lampghey contributing. Campaign leaders Ward and Ballentine praise early donors but note some towns have yet to respond as the drive continues toward its goal.

Red Cross Red Cross Aimind Aiken Audi Ho Ward Erther Ellenton Kantteville Wartenvelle Lampghey Red Fir Ballentine Ashen County Ward Ad. Ree Canvie Thor Huey Aspate

Ratesburg Leesville Lions win district football title

The Ratesburg Leesville and Swansea high teams played for district champions with Ratesburg Leesville prevailing 8 to 1. The article notes leaders T R B Hallman and BH Johnson and mentions a charter for Pullmans Jntimscon Motor Company.

PullmansJntimscon Motor Company Secretars of State Offvers T. RB. Hallman BH Johnson Ratesburo-Leesville Swansea Ratesbur- Leesville Swans High Sectants

Gowan Gathers Sample Vegetables to Analyze

Gowan prepares to analyze vegetable samples gathered for a county natural resources commission meeting at the county Barn. A team member notes the study aims to test for contaminants and aid future planning, with representatives from three districts scheduled to attend the Saturday session.

Gowan Aso Noreeet Agken County PCN Bani Gawain

Jay Birds Defeat All Stars In Turbulent Friday Game

The Jay Birds beat the Team of All Stars on a windy Friday afternoon as Heron scored after a penalty preserved a potential score. Key plays included a fumble recovery and a late safe yard line stand by the Birds defense. Players noted include Pritchard, Wyman, Forrest, and Hartman for the All Stars and Clifford, Courtney for the Jay Birds.

Jay-Birds Dee Tree Pontmoot CUPET Carcadina High Daet Harfan Cliffore Harfan Cliffore, Case Spravwls and Hearch Heron Anessed Wyman Toa Forrest Pritchard Bird Janeure Woman Frederick George Kenneth Kerr Matthews Jer Long Clifford Courtney

Mass meeting over school dispute at county education board

Reported incident shows teachers and patrons of a local school appealing to County Superintendent Ko Smith and the county board of education to protest conditions at the school. The chaotic account notes student welfare and funding concerns amid a formal meeting and unresolved tensions.

Langley-Bath Omaha Taungles Hath Ko. Smith Ieutinty Hound of Education Evitasn Cuba Crete

Magistrate urged to publish names of irregular magistrates

Aiken County Grand Jury foreman John R. Jordan requests that magistrates named for irregularities be published. Magistrate R L Helsenback of Langley has asked the grand jury to reveal the names, though the recent presentment did not name individuals. The letter notes state audits and monthly reports, and hints at possible further action if deemed necessary.

Monetta Aiken County Grand Jury R. L. Helsenback Langley Court of General Sessions Grand ‘Jury Turin Molsontuck Lanzhy S.C John R. Jordan Aiken County Grand Jury Menetta Makime Indianelad

Aiken Flower Show Surpasses Prior Efforts At Highland Hotel

The annual Aiken Flower Show under the Ai ken Civic League at Highland Park Hotel drew crowds from Augusta and Columbia. Judges praised the displays for organization and newer features including botanic houses and views like Smith Life. Central Gardens and Pruythumd Nurseries won top places in professional classes amid a strong local turnout.

Aiken Highland Park Hotel Aiken Civic League Augusta Columbia Vars BOC McLean Civic League Atrs Bike Trans Cuserve Judyres Marx Sheffield Phelps Atken Williand Weston Cohoubia Joseph Mek. Speer Georgi Garden Oviassex Central Gardens Willy Ihear Dow Road Pepaeg

Christmas Decorations For Business Section

A fragmented OCR note about a Christmas decorations section. It mentions a theatre show and various unclear phrases. Names and concrete details are unreadable, leaving only general reference to decorations for business use during the Christmas period.

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