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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1990
Page
1
Anderson Domino's deliveryman Tony Childs 43 escaped serious harm when a robber's pistol misfired twice and again as he tried a third shot. Childs kept calm, saying God spared him and the gun failed to fire as the thief fled with his wallet and two targets.
Bennie Curry of Aiken Ronald A Foy of Forestville Ma inette A Hooper of Anderson Rose D McDuttie of Johnson Curtis W Sharpe of Winnsboro Ralph L Talbert of Belvedere Sam P Vereen of Ridge Spring are reported among obituary notices. Page 6A details forthcoming.
Textile lobbyists battle Bush administration supporters on Capitol Hill to sway undecided lawmakers over overriding a pending veto of a textile bill. The measure would cap imports at one percent of annual U.S. market growth, with lawmakers split on timing and votes.
President Bush warns of actions to curb oil price spikes and says he will sell 5 million barrels from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve if speculation continues. He outlines his plan during a Rosemont fundraising swing and notes the reserve holds 590 million barrels.
A gunman entered Hotel Durant in Berkeley early today and seized 12 to 15 hostages. One man, John Sheeve, 22, died during surgery. Several others were wounded and evacuated to area hospitals. Police said the Iranian suspect fired indiscriminately and threatened to execute a hostage if lights were not turned off. Negotiations continued as officers reported the suspect wanted to speak with the SF Police Chief and a TV station.
Ley Knox an Aiken Winter Colony member and arts patron died at his Buffalo residence. Born September 1, 1898, he led as chairman emeritus of Marine Midland Bank and built The Balcony home near Whiskey Road. A polo player and sports enthusiast, he contributed to Aiken through Hitchock Foundation and Aiken Preparatory School leadership.
An open letter by Ordnance Company personnel expresses pride in serving abroad to defend human rights against barbaric rulers. It reflects on fear, duty, and family, urging prayers and support for those deploying while emphasizing freedom and national unity.
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