Partly Cloudy Skies Forecast For Today
Partly cloudy conditions are forecast for today with a high in the mid 70s and a low around the upper 40s to low 50s. Details are on Page 8A.
30 Oct 1988
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1988
Page
1
Partly cloudy conditions are forecast for today with a high in the mid 70s and a low around the upper 40s to low 50s. Details are on Page 8A.
The notice lists the names William H. Deal of Aiken Eva Mae Gilmore Ruby E. Nichols L Gath Smith of Lexington Carl Williams of Greenwood and Julius Edward Wilson of Gloverville with a prompt to see Page 8A for full details.
Aging federal nuclear weapons sites face production stoppages and sharp criticism from Congress, the Pentagon, and residents in 13 states. Investigations show “very serious” safety violations at sites like Rocky Flats, with plutonium processing halted amid contamination concerns. Officials warn of potential plutonium and tritium shortages and a $110 billion cleanup bill as they seek restart plans and better maintenance.
George Bush holds a potential 359 electoral votes in the AP survey but needs 270 to seal victory as Dukakis gains in California Ohio and Texas. Analysts note Bush maintains strength in the South and West while Dukakis presses in battleground states. Atwater says the campaign focuses on Bush-friendly states while Dukakis gains elsewhere.
Churches in Anderson area respond to Halloween concerns by offering alternatives. Covenant Presbyterian in Powdersville sponsors All Saint’s Night with animal and biblical character costumes to redirect children from pagan origins. Church of God in Honey Path hosts a Halloween night Hobo Supper to keep children safe indoors.
Washington notes the nation will revert to standard time at 2 a.m. on Sunday with clocks rolled back to 1 a.m. The change brings earlier darkness and shifts daylight to morning hours as the Department of Transportation oversees the semiannual switch. Some areas do not observe the change, including Arizona Hawaii parts of Indiana Puerto Rico and the U S Virgin Islands and American Samoa.
In District 25 coverage Rep. John Pettigrew and incumbent Sen. Thomas Moore spar over liberal and conservative labels. Pettigrew cites a high Policy Council score while Moore defends integrity and cautions voters about ratings. The piece notes Pettigrew’s brief House tenure and the race’s broader political context.
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