Nixon and Ford in Watergate tension tests White House
A Nixon Ford rift over Watergate strategy deepens as Ford urges cooperation with Congress and akadges a softer line. Ford questions Nixon tone while White House reps defend confidentiality and deny a rift, noting relations are "excellent." The clash recalls historic tensions between presidents and their VPs.
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Nixon to answer Jaworski by Thursday in Supreme Court suit
The Supreme Court ordered President Nixon's lawyers to file an expedited answer by Thursday to Leon Jaworski's bid for an early ruling on obtaining more White House tapes and documents. Jaworski argues executive privilege and confidentiality claims must yield if evidence shows involvement in crime, with the Watergate case potentially delaying the coverup trial set for September.
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Stafford Urges Trust Restored as St Joseph Grads Hear Speech
Sen Robert T Stafford urged St Joseph College graduates to work toward restoring faith in government addressing a crowded ceremony with 69 associate degree and 5 bachelor degree candidates. Valedictorian Mary Alice Scott and Richard V Capela spoke as the chapel overflowed causing heat distress and an elderly woman to collapse outside.
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Inside Sea and Letters Mark Local News Pages
A snapshot of today’s paper notes Fulbright’s political bid on Page 2, a Mt. Anthony library controversy letter on Page 4, and Nixonite diatribes as Tom Braden reports. Other items include Banner readers’ reactions to Sound of Music, a new Shaftsbury honor roll on Page 6, Arlington Memorial Day parade plans, and Sage City Symphony premiere coming. Generals split results in season opener, with summer training schedules from the Recreation Department on Page 16.
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Death toll falls short of pre holiday estimate
United Press International reports Memorial Day weekend traffic toll neared 400 but stayed below the National Safety Council forecast of 450 to 550 fatalities. At 3 a.m. EDT at least 377 deaths were tallied, with several crashes causing multiple fatalities. Memphis and Edinburg incidents highlight belt usage impact.
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Vermont Yankee Nuclear Plant Shuts After Radiation Release
The 540000 kilowatt Vermont Yankee plant in Vernon was shut down after a Sunday morning radiation release that exceeded state standards for the second time this month. Attorney General Kimberly Cheney planned a meeting with Yankee advisors to assess if the discharge exceeded the annual average. Spokesman Lawrence Keyes cited a three hour release blamed on faulty fuel, with no danger to the public. The AEC ceiling was not violated due to a standards change, now set higher at 900000 microcuries. Plant workers will ultrasonic test welded connections for a minor water leak. no return date was given. Governor Salmon urged health impact and prevention measures.
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