19 Oct 1979
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1979
Page
1
The Commerce Department reports the U S economy rose 2.4 percent at an annual rate from July through September, driven by stronger consumer purchases and a surge in trade. Inflation adjusted GDP stood at 1.43 trillion, with real income down 0.3 percent as Americans spent more and saved little.
Aiken County officials and contractor C W Cecil discussed possible sites for the planned nursing home during a morning meeting. Council members Cullinan Homer McGee and K Trapp outlined plans to renegotiate the 1977 contract as land costs rise and funding remains unsettled. An executive session is slated for Monday night to discuss the project.
Kimberly Carpenter misheard the Bible trio name as Shadrack Meshack and a Billy Goat while listening to her mother. The Aiken Junior Women's Club Art Auction, reportedly sold out, was held tonight after a Wednesday sellout.
South Carolina Textile Week notes a shift as UM&M Graniteville and Owens-Corning plan foam dyeing to cut water use and heating costs. The Valfoam process could save up to 10 million barrels of oil annually if adopted industry wide. Open House at UM&M Bath Mill closes Textile Week with tours.
Dallas County medical officials say tests could reveal if the Oswald burial is accurate and challenge Kennedy assassination theories. Tarrant County, where Rose Hill Cemetery lies, resists exhumation unless ordered by a court, while debates continue about impostor claims and Soviet impersonation.
At a luncheon meeting United Way chairmen reported $536 413 collected toward the $575 000 goal. Sarah Jordan executive director said 93 4 percent places Aiken second in state behind Columbia. A final report luncheon will occur next week with hopes of reaching the goal.
Local page teaser notes Langley aims to defeat the school he idolized, with details on game plans and potential implications for standings.
A state emergency cooling and heating limit requires commercial buildings to stay at or below 65 degrees and not exceed 78 in cooling. Violations carry fines up to 10 000 dollars. exemptions require U S Department of Energy approval. press briefings outlined conservation aims and Project Frontline.
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