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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 2001
Page
4
The editorial argues Halloween remains a cherished event but warns parents to tighten safeguards after the Sept. 11 attacks. It urges vigilant checking of treats, accompanying children, using visible costumes, flame resistance, and staying in familiar neighborhoods to balance safety with festive fun.
The Aiken Standard lists publisher Scott B. Hunter, editor Jeffrey B. Wallace, advertising director Art Zappa, business manager Ellen Priest, managing Kantor Jimothy E. O'Brian, systems manager J. David Boyd.</analysis>
Readers debate the Still Magnolias calendar as clergy urged moral leadership. Letters defend the project as art and charity for Meals on Wheels while critics call it scandalous and degrading. supporters cite elderly care and dignity amidst controversy.
A calendar created by leading citizens as a fund raising project earned praise for imagination and tasteful execution. Women of excellent character contributed time and effort while a son offered artistic talent, with no compensation expected.
Letter writer warns motorists on Bogeyville Road off Hwy 1 in Aiken County to slow down as speeds near 155 to 60 mph on the blacktop and dirt sections risk severe accidents. She notes 35 mph signs exist but are ignored, cites a fatal incident involving children, and reflects on Sept 11 and raising the American flag while urging daily life continue with care.
The Aiken Standard invites brief letters signed with a mailing address and phone numbers for verification. Letters may be edited or condensed. Address Letters to the Editor at PO Box 456 Aiken SC 29802, or send via email and fax to the provided numbers.
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