Mansfield and Kennedy Speculation Roils 72 Democratic Field
Senate leader Mike Mansfield says he would not be surprised if Edward M. Kennedy seeks the 1972 Democratic presidential nomination. Mansfield also says Hubert Humphrey could regain influence and contend. Edmund Muskie says he may explore a run, but will wait to see how the field shapes up after Nixon’s inauguration.
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Congress Meets To Consider Defecting Elector Case
Washington (UPI) The House and Senate convened a joint session to tally Electoral College votes for Nixon and to resolve a defecting elector dispute. Lawmakers also debated a presidential salary hike from 100000 to 200000 dollars, with approval anticipated before January 20 inauguration.
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Teachers Union Votes Strike At San Francisco State College
San Francisco State College faces a strike after a tense vote by the teachers union. Governor Ronald Reagan warned the college must stay open if necessary, signaling a hardline stance amid ongoing labor action.
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Terrorists Fail in Attempt To Kill Saigon Official
Saigon reports a grenade attack near the education ministry in which the minister’s chauffeur was killed. U.S. jets and a helicopter patrol blasted Communist forces 73 miles north of Saigon, with 38 enemies killed and no American casualties. A new 5,000-strong allied drive targeted Laotian border supply lines as B52s hit positions north of Saigon.
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Tight Security Set For Sirhan Trial
Sirhan B. Sirhan faces a high profile murder trial for the Kennedy assassination with the tightest security in U S history. He will be escorted daily from a 14th floor cell to the courtroom at the Los Angeles County Hall of Justice. The defense says Sirhan is realistic and cooperative as jury selection begins and the case may run about three months.
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Panel Finds Bombing Halt Improves Foe's Position
A House subcommittee report says North Vietnam uses the bombing halt to bolster its logistics by shipping large quantities of guns and war materials to South Vietnam. It warns the war could be prolonged if Paris peace talks fail, possibly requiring all out military effort to end the conflict. The panel cites open roads, expanded rail and water crossings, and a new logistic system aided by China and the Soviet Union.
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