Spacewalk set for Thursday launch to fix Skylab wing
Skylab astronauts Conrad Kerwin and Weitz prepared for a risky spacewalk to free a snagged power wing amid NASA’s decision to not extend the two day mission. Project director Schneider noted no extension justified. ground teams rehearsed procedures as flight directors planned a noon ERT start for the four hour repair.
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Senate Watergate hearings resume as Liddy aide questioned
Senate Watergate hearings continued with Sally Harmony, former secretary to G Gordon Liddy, testifying about clandestine activities for Nixon’s reelection. The committee unanimously rejected Archibald Cox’s bid to delay proceedings, while Cox warned of risks to uncovering full truth.
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Nixon weighs possibilities of press parley on Watergate
White House sources report President Nixon weighing several ways to address Watergate with the press. Options include a TV interviewer, a one hour network anchor interview, five White House reporters questioning him, or a full news conference, with aides wary that cross examination could resemble a trial.
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Alden urges Nixon to testify on Watergate inquiry
Windsor County Republican Sen John Alden urged President Nixon to testify, saying the public is dismayed by Nixon's candor and warning that he must not hide behind national security. Alden argued Nixon either lacks awareness or knew and failed to express disapproval, insisting he take responsibility and testify.
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Why so few takers at Willowbrook
Bennington's first low income public housing project Willowbrook has received 49 applications for 75 rent subsidized apartments in two months. Officials cite reluctance to leave a familiar life and misconceptions about the project, noting strict rules on pets and junk cars. Building inspector Clermont predicts a waiting list and potential expansion.
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Catamount National Bank sees executive shakeup with Dickey resigning
Whitnay Dickey resigns as Catamount National Bank president effective Labor Day to become executive vice president at First National Bank of New Bedford Massachusetts and remain a Catamount director Sir Edward G Janeway elected board chairman a longtime Vermont legislator Gerald M Keneally named assistant VP in Brattleboro changes follow years of growth from a seven million to over twenty nine million in assets and an ongoing merger plan with County National Bank Bennington See DICKEY Page 18 Col 1
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Dollar Slump Deepens as Gold Prices Surge Worldwide
The dollar sank to new lows across major markets as gold surged to record highs in London, Zurich, and Frankfurt, with analysts citing Watergate pressure and ongoing declines. Banks in South Africa and Finland abandoned dollar support, while Tokyo and European cites posted multiweek or multi-day lows. The eurodollar weakness followed Nixon devaluation rhetoric and global market jitters.
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Weeks official mum on charges of abuse
VERGENNES, UPI The director of treatment at the Weeks School declined comment on charges that he abused students. Bruce Hodgman deferred to Supt. Hugh Wallace who said Egner's accusations lack documentation. Wallace noted indignant students and a mad staff amid calls for an investigation. The state Human Rights Commission staff coordinator said the commission will probe the mentioned matters.
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Inside features honor retiring principal on campus
On the Inside Teachers, friends honor retiring principal on Page 3, with notes and reminiscences from colleagues and students highlighting a long career.
Pahute Mesa Nuclear Test To Evacuate Surrounding Area
The Atomic Energy Commission will detonate a device called Alondro 490 feet underground at Pahute Mesa Nevada. The blast yield ranges from 200 kilotons to one megaton with potential to sway Las Vegas buildings 110 miles away. Beatty and mines within 50 miles will be evacuated.
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