Oklahoma Senator Harris quits Democratic presidential bid
Sen. Fred J. Harris of Oklahoma withdraws from the 1872 Democratic nomination race after declaring he is broke and in debt. He says he cannot continue, though he might in future support the presidency, and notes he owes substantial money while his campaign lacked funds to keep offices open. George McGovern remains the only declared candidate for next year’s race.
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Hardin to quit Cabinet
Washington reports say Agriculture Secretary Clifford M. Hardin will leave Nixon's Cabinet, becoming the fifth original member to depart. Officials declined comment while Rep. Scherle cited insider sources predicting resignation by year’s end or early 1972. Possible successors named include Rep. Quie Campbell and Palmby, with Hill insiders denying offers.
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Homely face linked to rare heart defect
Canadian researchers report 13 children with a distinctive facial type and a form of supravalvular pulmonary stenosis. The group, aged two weeks to years, showed flattened nasal bridges, elongated upper lips, low set ears, and wide-set eyes. Some were mentally retarded or physically underdeveloped. five had other heart defects. Two underwent arterial widening surgery and remained alive after two years.
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Mitchells clash over Supreme Court nominee fallout
Martha Mitchell spoke in Los Angeles saying she had not seen her husband for two weeks after a failed Supreme Court nominee. She described reconciliation and defended First Lady Pat Nixon while criticizing liberal protesters and discussing Nixon policy in a candid, stormy press conference before a Republican Women’s lunch.
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