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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1976
Page
6
A reader argues for college as essential for Andy's future while Abby says handwork can be skilled and worthwhile. A friend asks about widow versus divorcee labeling after a long marriage and divorce. A diner questions tip loss to credit cards. Abby notes cards reimburse tips and waiters keep tip records.
The 1956 graduating class plans a Nov 27 reunion at Ramada Inn of Aiken at 7 p.m. A list of missing persons includes Patricia Abel and many others with contact Carole Smith at 648-7229. The Aiken Community Playhouse announces its 1976 77 membership drive with titles like Cheaper by the Dozen and The Diary of Anne Frank. Jaycee events include flower show deadlines and fairbook availability. NSA chapter to honor CPS exam achievement with Joyce Walsh and Betty Clark present.
The Aiken Woman's Club welcomed new members and planned voter registration and Meals on Wheels participation. The Aiken Music Teachers Association met honoring Cynthia Thompson moving from Aiken, with piano guild details. Pilot International in town received a visit by Lt Gov Elizabeth Kennedy, while Garden Makers Club discussed Hopelands garden plans for the visually and physically handicapped. The Anchor Club sponsorship and Come Walk With Me program updates were shared.
Frances Smoak notes La Scala's first Kennedy Center visit facing stage pit issues during Verdi rehearsals and a high society chorus of diplomats and celebrities. The saga spans funding, strikes, and a lavish reception, with Victoria Leone and prominent figures in attendance as the 198 year old company delivers a magnificent performance.
Mr and Mrs Luther Ross of Aiken announce the birth of their second child Kimberly Nicole born September 20 at Aiken Community Hospital. Mrs Ross is formerly Frances Blocker with maternal grandparents Mrs Emily Blocker and the late Mr Blocker of Aiken. Paternal grandparent is Mrs Lizzie Campbell of Johnston. Tammy Denise welcomes home her little sister.
A weekly school menu lists daily meals for Aitken Area No. 1 from September 17 to October 1. The offerings include barbecued sandwiches and vegetables, fruit juice, corndogs, ham, tuna or chicken salad, vegetable stews, and desserts with milk or ice cream.
The Daughters of the American Revolution will hold a meeting on Monday September 27 at 3 p.m. at 433 South Boundary the home of Mrs A E Powell. Guest speaker Joseph Patrick head of the history department at Saint Angela will discuss the Constitution.
Mrs. W. C. Snell a national officer from Hendersonville NC visited the Aiken Chapter Wednesday evening as part of her tour of six other South Carolina chapters. She spoke on the group's four educational philanthropies. A buffet supper preceded the meeting at Mrs P H Permar's home with local president Mrs Malcolm Dailey.
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