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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 2001
Page
1
Local students join the Pledge Across America with New Ellenton Middle School Principal Sheneque Jackson calling the event a recommitment to patriotism. Lions of readers note nationwide participation and school involvement.
The House approved anti-terrorist legislation Friday to expand government powers to spy on, detain, and punish suspected terrorists. Senator Daschle warned against a bill lacking money-laundering provisions, signaling Senate and White House alignment.
Obituaries list James Thor Saley Alvin Mexie North Augusta William Lester Patterson and Farless Oortuary notices in Aiken and surrounding area. Brief memorial notices include dates and service details for local residents.
President Bush proposed a second chance for the Taliban to surrender Osama bin Laden to ease regional concerns and show fairness in pursuing al Qaida sanctuaries. Cheney said reports show Taliban defections and areas pulling away, though no talks occurred.
The Still Magnolias models unveiled an oversized $25 calendar fundraiser at the Aiken Center for the Arts. An overflow, black-tie crowd raised a $30,000 check toward the Aiken Area Council on Aging with hopes to reach $100,000 for meals and Alzheimer's outreach. Models included Andy Honeck and others photographed with artistic staging while the event carried a cocktail atmosphere.
An NBC assistant to anchor Tom Brokaw contracted the skin form of anthrax after opening a threatening letter with suspicious powder. Officials said there is no link to Sept. 11 or inhaled anthrax cases. The 38 year old is receiving antibiotics and expected to recover. The letter was postmarked Sept. 20.
The report lists debutantes including Heath Cleator Coscioni Brodie Coff man Holley Cannon Ford Pyle Woodard Heerdt Cheetham Ridley McDuffie Foreman Spencer Babcock O Leary Broderick Arnold and two Fort Gordon soldiers. At Friday's gala the group arrived with tuxedos and top hats for a crowd reception.
State economy shows mixed signals as recession looms with lower interest rates and short store lines while young workers face downturns. Analysts note credit strain, layoffs, and a tapped reserve fund to balance last year’s budget, with a $500 cut reported.
The Herrmann family presents three shows of Royal Lipizzan Stallions at the Aiken Horse Park on Wonder House Road and Audubon Drive from October 19 to 21 with performances Friday evening and weekend matinees. Proceeds support the Aiken SPCA as Vivien Bunce outlines the event aims to appeal to a broad audience.
Historians scholars and enthusiasts gather in Edgefield for a three day History Summit Conference at the Town Gymnasium. Bettis Rainsford and Dr Kim Farmer organized the event with local historical societies. The theme centers on Edgefield Edgefield County and the Old Edgefield District tracing the region influence including Strom Thurmond born nearby.
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