Nixon capitulates on Watergate tapes in mid crisis
President Nixon, under pressure from Republicans and protestors outside the White House, decides to surrender the Watergate tapes and related documents to U.S. District Judge John J. Sirica after a day of misgivings, amid fallout from Archibald Cox firing and domestic turmoil. The move comes amid concern over Middle East diplomacy and Nixon's world image. Alexander Haig Jr. notes the decision followed painful discussions.
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Nixon Faces More Trouble After Cox Firing
President Nixon backed away from a constitutional crisis by yielding to a court order for Watergate tapes but fired special prosecutor Archibald Cox. Richard Nixon faces ongoing Watergate troubles as Congress weighs a new prosecutor and the Justice Department undergoes upheaval with Elliott Richardson's resignation.
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Skylab 3 Faces Possible Launch Delay
Skylab 3 may be delayed after a slight buckling was found in two fuel tanks of the Saturn 1B first stage. Experts planned to decide today on postponement ahead of the November 10 launch.
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Weather outlook with clear nights and warm days
Clear tonight with lows in the upper 40s and low 50s. Sunny Thursday with highs in the upper 70s and low 80s. Details, Page 2
Nixon agrees to release nine Watergate tapes
President Nixon pledged to surrender nine Watergate tapes and halted a broad impeachment push. He spent the night at Camp David and prepared a national address while the House pressed ahead with a preliminary impeachment inquiry. Judge Sirica will review the tapes in private to decide which parts, if any, may reach a grand jury.
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Battle Erupts After 2nd Try At Cease-Fire
The Israeli military said Egypt launched a strong air and armored attack on the Suez front as U N observers headed for battle lines to enforce a second cease-fire. Israel claimed 15 Egyptian fighters were shot down and that its invasion force moved south along the canal to cut off Egypt's 3rd Army near Suez City, while Cairo warned against Israeli gains and a road to Cairo near Suez City.
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Diplomatic Push Turns to Middle East Talks After Sinai
U S and Soviet officials plan to focus on pressuring Israel Egypt and Jordan to sit at the bargaining table for a lasting Middle East settlement. Kissinger and Brezhnev did not settle a forum or formula and arms shipments were discussed but not halted. Kissinger delays trip to China as he prepares for a House Foreign Affairs appearance.
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Burr Oak State Park lodge to reopen Friday after closure
Burr Oak State Park’s lodge and 30 cabins, closed Aug 4 by a governor’s emergency order over a union dispute, are set to reopen Friday with minor repairs complete and food supplies being restocked. Ohio Inns and park officials cite weather and demand as reasons to resume operations while leaving labor issues unresolved and court actions pending.
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Tractor sold quickly after immediate calls
Gayle Johnson of Route 1 Albany advertised a Gravely tractor and received immediate calls. The machine sold to the second viewer who saw it, demonstrating rapid buyer interest and a fast sale.
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