22 Oct 1994
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1994
Page
1
In a brief afternoon page 2A feature, a soap opera thread focuses on emotional entanglements and romantic misunderstandings. The piece highlights a pivotal confession and a looming choice between longtime partners, underscoring a shift toward dramatic resolution.
Rudd tops a record assault as Rockingham hosts a major event. Details highlight Rudd's performance, venue, and competitive field with emphasis on standout records set during the meet. The report notes local interest and the impact on standings at Rockingham.
Florence AP reports university professor James L. Felder, chair of Allen University’s business and economics department, is named NAACP executive director in South Carolina. He says the group still has much work amid national dissension and ongoing lawsuits over reapportionment. In Columbia, a school bus accident injures thirteen children and two adults when a Corvette clips the bus. five fifth-graders, a teacher, and a chaperone are hospitalized then released, with four more treated at Providence Hospital.
Mildred A Pitcock passed away in Aiken. The obituary notes her long life, survived by family, and burial arrangements announced by local funeral home.
Security at the Aiken County Jaycees fair checked birthdates at a 50 Plus Day entrance for about 1000 attendees. The event offered free admission for seniors with proof of birth, a fashion show, and a family crowd including grandchildren.
Mayor Thomas Greene joined Aiken officials to rally against video poker amid a county by county vote on November 8. They cited a $2 million ad push and warned that legalizing cash payouts could expand gaming across regions, urging voters to reject the measure with a NO vote.
Hendrix cites defection as an example of the good old boy system in the Guard. Jeff Hamrick, an Aiken businessman and National Guard captain, organized a support group for Democrat Stan Spears. Hamrick, described as a die-hard Republican, said the post is too important to be left to the unqualified. He owns Aiken Tile Co. and has served as a company commander in McCormick and Lee. Page 3A.
Ed Watson of Construction Control Corporation reports Ai ken Middle School is about five weeks behind schedule due to heavy rains. Double scheduling may catch up while foundation work is complete and steel framing awaits Burriss Building Supply of Columbia, delayed by tornado repairs. Weather remains the main uncertainty.
The search committee for a new superintendent of Aiken County Public Schools began Tuesday after Dr. Joseph Brooks resigned effective June 30, 1996. The 14 member panel, including five Area Advisory Councils, will produce 10 qualified candidates for board review. The next meeting is November 1 and will be closed to the public.
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