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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 2005
Page
1
Baseball playoffs open with the Braves against the Houston Astros in a decisive first game of a five game set. The matchup spotlights a high stakes start as both teams vie for an early series lead.
Death notices list Lois Pardue Berry of Graniteville Earl B Barwick of Williston Arthur Edward Clark of Eyrin Chic Arsey Bill Corley of Windse Albert Dugar of Edgefield Leroy Griffin Jr of Hickory North Carolina and Audrey Rutland Webster of Barnwell in the Deaths and Funerals 6A section.
The State Law Enforcement Division opened a criminal inquiry into a county public employee linked to the May goat seizure at Carlton Cantrells residence. Animal Control chief Shirley Harden resigned Thursday amid questions, while magistrate Tracey Carroll prompted the probe. Cantrell faced charges of ill treatment and unsanitary conditions with a restitution and probation plan.
Army SPC Christopher Wehner son of Kenneth and Debra Wehner of Aiken joins thousands of troops in New Orleans to restore communications and direct helicopter missions. He describes rooftops blown off, debris, and a city in ruins as relief efforts continue.
Avondale Mills announces an immediate layoff of 350 employees across seven plants following the Graniteville derailing and chlorine release. Company official Stephen Felker Jr. cites equipment damage and remediation needs while questioning if jobs will be restored, with no timeline given.
The Aiken Standard emphasizes customer service and the business office’s role in circulation. Ellen Priest describes duties including starting and stopping papers, vacation adjustments, lobby service, and handling inquiries while aiming for respectful, ethical, first time correct experiences.
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