Nixon Nominates Carswell to Supreme Court Seat
President Nixon named Federal Judge G Harrold Carswell to the Supreme Court replacing Justice Abe Fortas. The nomination, sent to Congress, drew praise from conservatives and criticism from civil rights groups who warned of a Southern strategy. Carswell, a 50 year old Georgia native, sits on the Fifth Circuit and is described as a strict constructionist with a strong criminal justice background. Hearings were expected to begin January 27 after Ziegler announced the nomination from Camp David.
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GOP Split Key to HEW Funds Amid Budget Showdown
Washington AP report on GOP defections shaping passage of the HEW budget bill as Senate votes loom and Nixon threatens a veto. Debate centers on $398 million in impacted school aid, with Mansfield defending the measure as overdue priorities while Scott voices opposition to excess funding.
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McGovern Proposes $50 Monthly Pay for Every Child
Sen. George S. McGovern unveils a “human security plan” to cut poverty with a guaranteed $50 to $65 monthly child allowance, a job for all able-bodied adults, enhanced Social Security, and a small targeted aid program. The proposal estimates $10 billion in year one, arguing against Nixon’s family assistance plan. The plan cites falling birth rates in other nations with allowances and faces criticism over possible higher birth rate incentives.
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Football Coach Passes Up Nixon Prospect at Indiana
Indiana University head football coach John Font says he has declined a presidential invitation to become director of Selective Service. Font says he considered the offer for three weeks before choosing to continue coaching, noting that coaching remains his first love. Hershey, born in Hershey, Indiana, is set to retire February.
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1969 Inflation Grinds Americans Despite Wage Gains
Washington reports 6.1 percent rise in living costs for 1969, the worst in two decades, eroding wage gains. Labor data show average weekly pay $117.25, but purchasing power fell by about 7 cents per dollar year over year. Housing, food, and transportation costs surged, with meat, eggs, and milk prices up notably.
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Top-Brass Witnesses Said Calley’s Strategy
Defense lawyers seek dismissal or transfer to civilian courts for Lt. William L. Calley Jr. as they plan to call top Pentagon officials Melvin Laird Stanley Resor and Gen. William Westmoreland. Judge Kennedy weighs open trial versus closed proceedings amid pretrial publicity disputes.
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Hall of Fame to Admit Lou Boudreau
NEW YORK AP Boudreau former shortstop and playing manager of the Cleveland Indians was elected to Baseballs Hall of Fame today. He received 232 of 300 votes from the Baseball Writers Association of America, seven more than needed. Kiner tied in second with 167 votes, Hodges 145, Wynn 144, and Slaughter 3 votes.
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