Panel to Narrow Nixon Impeachment Probe Say Sources
Washington Star-News reports House Judiciary staff will urge narrowing the impeachment inquiry into President Nixon. Likely drops include funding abuse, the 1969-70 Cambodia bombing, and the Office of Economic Opportunity dismantling. Suspension could pause but not end potential future resumption.
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Appeals court upholds panel's right to report
A U S appeals court ruled in a 5 to 1 decision that the grand jury materials on Nixon and Watergate must be sent to the House Judiciary Committee for potential impeachment actions. The ruling denied stays sought by Haldeman Ehrlichman and Strachan, with attorneys signaling likely final actions as hearings and transcriptions loom.
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Politics row erupts over Nixon home spending
A secret House report accusing costly security at Nixon homes in California Florida and abroad drew White House charges of partisan politics. Rep. Jack Brooks cited "obvious problems" in handling funds and security while White House aide Ken Clawson called the report partisan and misleading, noting GAO findings that under 10 percent of the cited amount was actually spent.
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Inside Connally defends Nixon
Inside Connally defends Nixon as political debate narrows and public scrutiny intensifies amid party lines. The article surveys Nixon era defense strategies, weighing implications for upcoming policy battles and public perception.
House debates dog racing in Vermont Pownal bill
Vermont House debated a bill to let Green Mountain Park add greyhound racing to horse racing, authorizing a license by the Vermont racing commission in towns with existing horse licenses. Pownal would be the only town affected. The measure drew concern from Hinsdale track officials and western Massachusetts patrons. The House also advanced a state right to know law and passed a housekeeping bill on town planning boards.
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Diplomatic ties resume between United States and Sweden
The United States and Sweden restore full diplomatic relations after a 15 month lapse. Robert Strausz-Hope becomes U.S. ambassador to Sweden, while Count Wilhelm Wachtmeister is named ambassador to the United States. Both posts expected to assume by May.
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Presidential primer on Nixon TV use as show for friendly audiences
Nixon’s recent television news conferences before friendly groups in Chicago and Houston are criticized as a TV show tactic to boost credibility. The broadcasts, viewed by tens of millions, used a game show like format to present Nixon as accessible and candid, aiming to reverse slipping public support.
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