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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1976
Page
1
The Aiken Standard reports a press failure caused yesterday's late edition and prints today with the comic pages doubled. Pressmen worked through the night to repair the equipment and restore normal delivery for readers.
President elect Jimmy Carter will appoint Bert Lance of the National Bank of Georgia as the new director of the Office of Management and Budget. Lance has long supported Carter and raised funds for his campaign.
In Geneva AP reports negotiations to end white minority rule in Rhodesia may advance after a British plan fixes March 1 1978 as the target date for power transfer. Joshua Nkomo and Robert Mugabe welcomed a definite deadline signaling progress toward majority rule.
Herman Franks reportedly to be named field manager of the Chicago Cubs with Bob Kennedy as director of baseball operations. Jim Marshall poised for firing as Kennedy, 56, would become vice president of baseball operations, replacing Salty Saltwell. Franks, 63, would be the oldest MLB manager, after coaching the Cubs in 1970 and managing the Giants 1965–68.
Forecast calls for a sunny and cool day in Aiken with a high near 58. Low tonight around 26. Increasing clouds Friday bring a chance of rain Friday and Saturday.
Marlin Steely of the 50 Plus Club introduced Stan Wagher of the Horse Creek Wastewater Plant, joking about a restroom sign. College crowds visiting for Thanksgiving may recall Carol Clayton’s tennis ball troubles after the Clemson Carolina game. Rotarians sang Tiger Rag or Gamecock Blues and exchanged light jabs over bumper stickers from Saturdays win.
Wagher told the 50 Plus Club the Horse Creek Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant remains "hanging in there" as EPA's top project. He cited 75 percent federal funding and future regional benefits for North Augusta, Aiken, Graniteville and United Merchants and Manufacturing Inc. The project aims to meet strict regulations and protect the Savannah River downstream from Augusta.
President elect Jimmy Carter says he will not rush a tax cut decision and will review January economic indicators before acting. He vows job creation and aims for 6 percent growth next year, with unemployment near eight million and inflation affecting plans. He pledges close cooperation with Congress and prioritizes economic health.
Dr. Joe C. Chambers says it is too early to tell if the first swine flu case will boost vaccination demand. He notes a steady flow of people since clinics opened three weeks ago, with North Augusta clinic giving 1,500 shots yesterday.
Long lines greet late tag buyers at the Aiken South Carolina Highway Department office as the Nov 30 deadline nears. With four days left, officials urge unregistered motorists to visit in person since mail renewals cannot meet delivery times.
Clinic managers extended hours to 7 p.m. and will keep vaccines available indefinitely. Four new cases were reported in the area as the Savannah Health District plans a special swine flu Sunday on Dec 12 with 12 clinics from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. No unusual after effects noted, and most shots cause mild illness.
Staff reporter Jeane Hall reports SC law requires drivers to yield to emergency vehicles when sirens or lights are active. Aiken officials cite indifference and heavy winter traffic as dangerous during peak fire and police activity.
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