Robert D. Cathcart Named Executive Editor
The Aiken Standard reports Robert D. Cathcart has been named executive editor in Aiken South Carolina, reflecting leadership changes at the newspaper.
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Robert D. Cathcart
Aiken Standard in Aiken, South Carolina
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1972
Page
11
Debate on an all volunteer army and its future risks
The piece argues against fears of a military coup under a volunteer force and questions meeting recruitment quotas without the draft. It notes potential overstaffing, stresses quality over quantity, and warns against diverting soldiers to unrelated public services as Europe tensions ease. It also jokes that horseback generations are not a concern.
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Europe
Nightingale of the Psalms Explains the Robe and Staff
Billy Graham discusses Psalm 23 verses 2 4 focusing on green pastures still waters restoration and guidance. He interprets the shepherd imagery as comfort peace restoration and protection guiding believers through life’s storms.
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L.D
God
McGovern and the fate of the Democratic Party
Holmes Alexander compares George McGovern to Jefferson and Jackson, examining party durability and leadership. He argues McGovern lacks lasting, decisive dominance and draws parallels with William Jennings Bryan, noting risks of a sustained Democratic decline or cabinet elevation in a future era.
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Holmes Alexander
Washington
D.C
Arthur Schlesinger, Jr
Schlesinger
Wall Street Journal
Jefferson
Jackson
Bryan
Jacksson
Sen
George McGovern
McGovern
William Jennings Bryan
Nebraska
Billy Graham to Stand Aside From Partisan Politics
Billy Graham contemplates stepping back from partisan politics during the election year. He has historically advised caution yet supported Nixon in 1968 and maintained White House access under five presidents. He declined invocations at both parties' conventions to keep his ministry separate from campaigning.
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Paul Harvey
Billy Graham
Ruth
Nixon
Billy
Richard Nixon
Grahams
White House
L.B.J
L.B.J. Texas Ranch
Graham
Cambodia
Evangelistic Association
Sargent Shriver
GOP
Poli
Hollywood
San Clemente White House
Bell
Troop 121 Boy Scouts thank Aiken Standard for Attic Sale support
David C. Surrett writes from St. John’s United Methodist Church in Aiken SC praising the Aiken Standard for publishing a photo of their Attic Sale on July 28 1972 which funded a plan to send their troop to the National Jamboree. He notes plans for more fund raising and thanks the paper for its help.
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The
Aiken Standard
David C. Surrett
St. John’s United Methodist Church
Richland Avenue
Aiken
South Carolina
Boyle's Mail Bag notes on hearsay aims and odd facts
A column of tidbits on ancient rulers silencing bad news with gold plugs notes how hoop skirt fashion sparked steel work. It adds musings on wolves ears, peak life ages, and Seventh Son folklore alongside quirky maxims about luck and ice.
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America
Bruce Barton
Antarctic
Pill usage debate challenges common critiques
Dr. W C Alvarez argues national surveys show American prescribing habits do not fuel drug abuse. In 1970 about 1.3 billion prescriptions were filled, costing 5.6 billion dollars, with 17 percent for psychotherapeutic drugs led by antianxiety agents. Non psychiatrists dominate prescriptions, while women show higher psychotherapeutic use and stimulants for weight loss.
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W. C. Alverez
M.D
National Institute of Mental Health
U.S
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Samuel A. Cothran
All-Volunteer Army
Miami Beach
Grover Cleveland
Boyle
Hal Boyle
Volunteer Army
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