15 Oct 1969
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1969
Page
1
South Carolina labor and health officials ready to cooperate with any inquiry into byssinosis in the textile industry. Representative Hyatt urged investigation citing many textile workers in the state.
Kara neared hurricane strength with 60 mile an hour winds aimed at Cape Hatteras. The National Hurricane Center forecast a crossing of Hatteras then a return to sea and parallel along the coast to Cape Cod. Storm tides could reach four to five feet over Morehead City to Oregon Inlet. small craft urged to seek safe harbor.
West Berlin court convicts Fritz Woehrn 64 for signing papers ordering thousands of Jews to Auschwitz. Aides to Eichmann, he worked in the Jewish Affairs division of the National Security Office and acted with conviction. He is among desk perpetrators charged with drafting deportation orders tied to death sentences. Eighteen trials scheduled.
The stock market rose for a second straight day amid growing optimism about Vietnam peace talks and looser monetary conditions. Analysts see the rally as brief inspiration from uncertain progress in war and finance as investors rush into equities.
Senator Bob Dole on behalf of President Nixon presents an encased section of White House flooring with clear marks from Eisenhower era to the Eisenhower Center. A accompanying plaque notes the 34th president’s warmth and humanity during key decisions. Wallace plans Vietnam overseas trip next month.
ABILENE Kan AP Postmaster General Winton M Blount criticized Nixon critics praising the president on his ongoing Vietnam peace efforts. He said no one desires peace more than Nixon and no one matches his efforts to end the war with honor as Vietnam Moratorium Day looms nationwide tomorrow.
In Paris clashes left twenty five police injured as hundreds of small shopkeepers protested tax reforms. Police moved in to break up a march after a 15 000 strong meeting on the outskirts of Paris. Thirteen arrests reported.
United Fund directors will receive the first reports today at the Red Cross office 267 Laurens St SW from noon to 2 pm. Volunteers team captains and solicitors will attend and sandwiches will be served to all attendees.
In My Tho Viet Nam AP reports Viet Cong activity has declined despite the withdrawal of 12 000 American infantrymen. U S Army sources say speculation of a new Viet Cong offensive after the 9th Infantry Division left is unfounded and there has been no major change since the pullout.
Bobby J. Hendley, 26, changed his plea from not guilty to manslaughter in Aiken County General Sessions Court. He received six years with two years to serve and four years on probation for the shooting death of Woodrow Wilson Cyrus near Whispering Pines. Three eye witnesses testified. weapon not produced. In separate notes, three Lexington County men pleaded guilty to cattle theft and received sentences, with two years to serve for each and varying probation.
More than 200 special education students from 13 schools in districts 1 and 2 enjoyed a Day at the Fair hosted by Aiken Jaycees and the Aiken County Fair management. USCA and high school volunteers provided rides, exhibits, and meals at no cost, with attendance rising to about 7,000 by Tuesday evening.
The Consolidated School District of Aiken County plans a 13.9 million dollar budget for 1969 70. Revenue sources include 7.32 million state funds 2.22 million federal funds and 4.37 million local funds with a 510 410 short term note to be borrowed. The plan raises local revenue due to higher tax assessments and a ten mill levy while federal funds drop by 153 337. Major spending covers instructional costs 9 33 million plus plant operations 696 646 debt service 770 909 and capital outlays 454 367. The district staffs about 1 889 employees with 1 073 in instruction and 210 involved in bus routes.
Aiken Regional Campus USC students show divided support for the national Vietnam Moratorium. Faculty deny policy changes on attendance and campus leadership declines to take a stand while some professors pause checks. Local high schools report no plans to join. Veterans post urges support for the president and war effort.
Three Soyuz spaceships circled Earth in a day of maneuvering that yielded no confirmed mission. Semiofficial sources had predicted a joint linkup and space platform construction by Soyuz 6 7 and 8, but no announcement followed fueling speculation of later flights or unmanned support craft.
Aiken Elementary student Mabrey Anderson creates a moment at Ha Good Stadium with a big growl or soft purr inviting readers to page 5 for the full scene.
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