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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1972
Page
10
Newspaper masthead lists Robert D. Cathcart as executive editor for the Aiken Standard, a newspaper established in 1867, on Monday October 2, 1972.
The United Nations is urged to convene a global conference to craft a treaty to curb terrorism, while U S Secretary Rogers frames the move as worldwide action against a rising wave of violence. In Columbia, Gov. West says South Carolina can fund services for two years without a tax increase, potentially ending 1972-73 with a surplus above 70 million, dependent on revenue sharing and growth.
Billy Graham argues that while radio and television sermons are valuable they do not replace the visible congregation. He emphasizes baptism, fellowship, prayer, and communion as essential to Christian life and urges support for local church ministry alongside media programs.
The piece argues Social Security is an IOU system with no real funds and calls for policy change. It criticizes election year promises, suggests allowing over 65s to earn without penalty, and condemns limits as harmful to elderly workers and tax revenue. It cites a proposed $7,000 annual limit as more reasonable than the current $1,680.
Nixon backs a Manpower Program For Offenders and expanded veteran placement, arguing the unemployed include ex-criminals and other hard-to-place groups. The piece contrasts administration policies with public sympathy, noting gains in job placement while urging continued targeted aid for vets, convicts, and the hard-to-employ.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters with a mailing address and rejects anonymous or pen name submissions. Letters should be legible, preferably typed, and may be edited for space clarity taste and libel. There is no subject matter limit.
Dr. W C Alvarez argues loneliness worsens health and urges social activity. He shares personal practices to combat isolation, stresses keeping family ties, and warns against sarcasm and hurtful nicknames. He promotes helping others and maintaining friendships, especially after retirement.
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