31 Oct 1973
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1973
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text from Bridgeport Telegram page shows garbled phrases and misreads of names and figures. It mentions dates, sundry rates, and a Sunday Post with payments, alongside stray references to Associated Press. The readable portions imply a routine newswire compilation with errors rather than a coherent report.
A State Department spokesman noted a shift in view from prisoner exchange to Egypt’s territorial claims as Egypt and Israel face talks mediated by Kissinger. Dayan said Israel holds hundreds of Egyptians and others, while Fahmy’s stance appeared cautious and noncommittal about direct negotiations.
Reports from Cairo and Damascus describe moves toward a POW swap as IsraelGaza hostilities persist. Egypt Syria demand withdrawal and Palestinian rights while Yugoslavia and Cuba note cautious optimism. aid convoys and UN efforts continue along the Suez ceasefire line amid sporadic clashes and diplomatic pressure.
The House must approve the Rules Committee plan before proceeding. Rep. Charles A. Vanik led a victory for a debt ceiling bill amendment. his push to add Social Security and tax changes failed 3 to 2 in the Ways and Means Committee. Vanik proposed a 7 percent Social Security boost effective April 1, 1874, payable in February checks, with a July 1, 1974 start for an existing 7 percent increase. The Senate Finance Committee backed a 7 percent Local Security hike, contingent on enactment, without altering existing Social Security tax schedules.
Former Attorney General Richard Cox testified before the House Judiciary Committee, discussing his ouster, the ITT matter, and possible cooperation by President Nixon. He described an expected inquiry into Nixon’s overall cooperation and revealed details of a confidential conversation with Kleindienst. Cox acknowledged breaking Kleindienst’s confidence by informing senators about Nixon’s telephone instructions.
Senator Cox affirmed he did not leak information and expressed readiness to acknowledge an error after Virginia College's assurances. Senator Scott of the GOP said some Cox staff members may be investigated for possible involvement, while Kennedy noted Cox visited his home to brief him and Hart about Judiciary Committee testimony.
Senate Relations Chairman Fulbright accuses the administration of denying Congress access to needed reports from overseas offices. Senator Ir address says the freeze on information is overreaching and unnecessary though Congress requires data to discharge duties.
The News Council will assess President Nixon's charge that network news distorted and maligned him as outrageous and vicious. The 13 member panel, funded by foundations, will determine the accuracy and fairness of those claims after Nixon leveled the accusation at a Friday press conference.
The record notes Andrew Oncksenwns, allegedly born in the region near Waxhaw Settlement, with uncertainty whether his birthplace was North Carolina or South Carolina. The text shows unclear spellings and misplaced names suggesting a historical confusion about origin.
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