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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1972
Page
2
The Aiken Standard announces Robert D. Cathcart as Executive Editor based in Aiken with leadership duties in the D.C. region guiding editorial strategy and newsroom operations.
The piece argues against the rush to a volunteer army, deeming the threat to civilian government unfounded and urging caution about recruiting capacity post draft. It contrasts projected needs of about 810,000 with optimistic 750,000, warning of possible overstaffing and loss of discipline if the draft ends. It notes European detente may reduce garrisons and stresses avoiding nonmilitary public work for soldiers to preserve professional standards.
Billy Graham reflects on Psalm 23 verses two to four noting green pastures and still waters symbolize God’s provision and peace. He explains how God restores the soul and protects believers amid turmoil, using the rod and staff as symbols of guidance and defense.
Washington column argues Arthur Schlesinger Jr compares McGovern to Jefferson and Jackson as a transformative leader yet doubts persist about McGovern’s ability to sustain party power. It links Bryan as a plausible parallel in nominating strength and war stance while noting historical risks to party vitality.
The evangelist contemplates withdrawing from partisan politics amid pressure from supporters and critics. He previously supported Nixon but now seeks a low profile, declining Invocations at party conventions and stressing his ministry's independence while noting a long history of White House hospitality and personal respect for Nixon.
Dear Editor I thank the Aiken Standard for assistance with our attic sale The July 28 1972 photo helped our Troop 121 Boy Scouts raise funds to send the group to the National Jamboree We plan more fund raising projects Thanks again for your help to our troop David C Surrett for Troop 121 St Johns United Methodist Church Richland Avenue Aiken South Carolina The Aiken Standard welcomes signed letters to publish with restrictions on anonymity and editing for space clarity taste and libel There is no limit as to subject matter.
A column collects miscellaneous musings from folklore and trivia. Notable notes include emperors blocking bad news with ear plugs, a history of flat wire in early American steel, wolves hearing afar, and quirky sayings about luck and the seventh son.
The National Institute of Mental Health finds U S prescription rates similar to Europe and shows 1.3 billion prescriptions filled in 1970 costing 5.6 billion dollars. Psychotherapeutic drugs make up 17 percent with antianxiety meds most prescribed. Non psychiatrists, mainly general practitioners and internists, drive sedative and stimulant use.
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