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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1985
Page
9
A nostalgic observer visits a local fair and finds modern substitutes replacing tradition. Cotton candy in bags, pink bears, and fewer animals mark a shift from the magical experience. The scene ends with a small girl riding a peeling black carousel horse, a glimmer of magic returning.
October 31 marks National Magic Day honoring Harry Houdini who died in 1926 and Reformation Day observed by Protestant groups commemorating Martin Luther's 1517 Thesis signing.
Frances Gattis and Wayne Smith display sewing and woodwork at the Southeastern Hobby Fair set for Saturday and Sunday at the Jackson Youth Sports Baseball Field. Gattis offers Cabbage Patch doll outfits priced from 5 to 10 dollars while Smith showcases frames, shelves, and a 100 year old lumber bench among other crafts.
The Aiken Junior Woman's Club prepares its annual fall charity Auction at Houndslake Country Club with 70 items including trips dinners and fur coats. Notable lots include a three day two night trip to New Orleans and autographed TV memorabilia. Proceeds benefit local programs and services. Tickets are limited and available through Michele Beranek.
Various organizations in Aiken County host Halloween events today including the H O Dell Weeks Center and Smith Hazel Center with haunted houses, costume contests, and candy for children and seniors. Face painting in the Alley runs 12 15 to 5 00 p m with fees up to five dollars.
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