Nixon seeks Republican and Democratic input on Agnew successor
President Nixon calls on GOP and Democratic leaders to suggest a nominee to replace Spiro Agnew after his resignation over tax evasion. Congressional leaders expect a nominee named later this week or early next, following Agnew’s no contest plea and probation sentence in a Baltimore court.
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Israelis Cross Golan Heights In Raid On Syria
Israeli forces crossed the cease fire line on the Golan Heights and attacked Syrian units guarding the road to Damascus. Navy shells Latakia and Banias while air forces clash. Syria claims several Israeli boats sunk. Agnew resigns as vice president amid federal case and Nixon responds with mixed remarks.
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Richardson urges public on Agnew plea deal
Atty Gen Elliot Richardson defended the Agnew settlement at a nationwide conference urging American understanding and support. He said the public must know the prosecution case to judge fairness of the deal, which included Agnew’s resignation and a tax evasion conviction. Nixon approved major steps but did not partake in negotiations.
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Nobel Prize Winners for Physiology or Medicine Named
The 1973 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to Karl von Frisch Konrad Lorenz and Nikolaas Bergen for discoveries on organization and elicitation of individual and social behavior patterns. Their insect fish and bird studies spurred broader mammal research and insights into infant smiles and environmental adaptation.
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University Museum
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England
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Resignation Letters Reflect The Pain
Washington reports Spiro T. Agnew resigned as vice president effective immediately citing the burden of investigations. He sends the formal letter to Secretary Kissinger and an advisory note to President Nixon, who replies acknowledging the personal difficulty and national interest in avoiding extended conflict.
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Saco GOP nominates Braley for reelection and slate of candidates
Berton K Braley seeks another mayor term as Saco Republicans nominate six council hopefuls Ward 1 Albert Kabeel Jr Ward 2 Bruce Taylor Ward 3 Harold P Waight Ward 4 A Raymond Gannon Ward 6 Richard McLoy Jr Ward 7 J Haley Booth A Ward 5 candidate to be named. School seats go to incumbent Elizabeth Shaw and Ronald R Zehner Braley urges a policy oversight committee and reports by officials. He cites plans for elderly housing federal funds and city improvements including sewers and a new high school.
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Maine Officials React to Agnew Resignation
Maine lawmakers and officials reacted with shock and critique of the Agnew resignation. State Sen. Guy Marcotte urged better screening of candidates and clear examinations before highest office. Mayor Berton Braley criticized the plea and called for accountability amid Watergate reflections. County Commissioner Paul Reay suggested a possible coverup element in the pressures on the President. Maine delegates in Congress echoed demand for qualified successors and rigorous scrutiny of any candidate for the vice presidency. Governor Curtis urged changes in selection criteria beyond political balance.
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