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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 2001
Page
1
Laura Bush led a public effort to discredit the Taliban regime in Afghanistan by denouncing its brutal oppression of women. She urged prioritizing restoring women’s rights as a new government emerges after the war.
Archaeologists examining the Confederate submarine H L Hunley report the steering mechanism resembles a modern joystick. The lever likely controlled rods and cables turning the rudder, according to scientists.
Obituary notices list Harry L. Cowell from North Augusta Bettye R. Hixson of Aiken Floyd Maroney of Clearwater John C. McKie of North Augusta Billy H. Putnam of Martinez Kathleen Thompson of Beech Island and Elisabeth Thurmond among recent deaths with brief biographical hints and upcoming services.
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South Carolina upset Clemson 20-15 at Williams Brice Stadium to end a 36 year home drought and snap Clemson’s four game series win streak. The home crowd of 85 000 watched a ball control second half and stout defense as seniors bid farewell. Andre Goodman called the win a meaningful moment.
The Aiken Polo Club revived its lancing tournament at Powder House Field after a past cancelation in 1972 due to sleet. Riders race at over 30 mph to thread plastic rings on lances while lances are de iced between tilts, promising a clear event this time.
A convoy with his picture on windshields carried Afghanistan's former president back to Kabul five years after his ouster by the Taliban. Officials warn the move could complicate efforts to form a broad post Taliban government. Taliban envoy claims bin Laden left Afghanistan. U.S. skeptical. Mohammed Atef, bin Laden's military chief, said killed in a US bombing raid.
Local parents debate the morality and suitability of the Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone film amid fanfare, with some likening it to innocent fantasy like The Wizard of Oz while others worry about witches and spellcasting for children. Aiken residents discuss the movie's impact and content, reflecting broader concerns about fantasy media.
Critics say Commerce Department lacked control as new chief of staff Jim Morris begins reforms. Allegations of improper spending and staff-pay solicitations surfaced from documents, with internal inquiries leading to resignations of Chief of Staff Wayne Sterling and Beth Braswell.
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