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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1972
Page
11
Samuel A. Cothran served as president and editor of the Aiken Standard, a publication operating since 1867, shaping editorial direction and leadership continuity.
Friday September 22 1972 executive editor Robert D Cathcart steers the newspaper desk in a briefing of Hometown edition direction and policy for the coming week with staff assignments and editorial priorities.
Retired Marine Gen. Lewis W. Walt warns that heroin trafficking and addiction threaten U.S. society within a decade if unchecked. His Senate study recommends satellite opium crop monitoring, increased international funding, a unified federal war on heroin, stronger laws, and the death penalty for major traffickers. The piece notes CIA drug-trafficking allegations and comments on 18 year olds gaining legal rights.
The piece cites Jesus warning that believers will face hatred for Christ’s name and notes early Christians were persecuted. It argues true faith challenges worldly acceptance, yet spreads through mission, conversion, and the power of God despite opposition.
Washington opinion piece argues Ted Kennedy acts as a powerfully disruptive campaign force for McGovern Shriver. It notes Kennedy's widespread touring across multiple states, potential to swing voters, and the impact on Nixon and Agnew as the election nears. It also assesses Shriver's evolving role and the broader campaign dynamics.
Paul Harvey argues this war lacks hero welcomes and public adulation seen in earlier conflicts. He notes Vietnam veterans express detachment, while Arizona implements outreach and benefits to honor service. He predicts a changed public attitude as society reassesses wartime sacrifice and the meaning of service.
Two letters discuss progress in South Carolina mental health care and a critique of Senator Strom Thurmond. The first praises care at the State Hospital, notes improved conditions and community support, and cites a local Jaycees barbecue. The second accuses Thurmond of political inaction, voting against increases in Social Security and Medicare, and calls for truth from the senator.
Dr. W C Alvarez discusses rising venereal disease rates, especially among youths, noting two million gonorrhea and half a million syphilis cases in 1970. He recounts personal patient stories to illustrate hidden infections and warns of late-stage complications as awareness and treatment lag. He cites a new book The V D Story by Stewart M Brooks and cites rising life expectancy data from Time magazine.
The Aiken Standard invites signed letters for publication with the writer's mailing address. Anonymous communications will not be considered and pen names are not allowed. Letters should be legible and may be edited for space.
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