Nixon Says The tougher It Gets The Cooler I Get
President Nixon declared his guilt over not resisting impeachment and said his cool under pressure kept the United States from a direct confrontation. He announced a new independent special prosecutor would be appointed, with White House cooperation but no access to presidential papers. He defended his actions amid Watergate coverage and discussed Soviet relations and the Middle East amid calls for impeachment.
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Democrats Unappeased by Nixon Watergate Remarks
Washington AP reports a new burst of Democratic criticism after Nixon news conference amid Watergate, with senators and lawmakers denouncing perceived attempts to divert attention and seeking an independent special prosecutor. Muskie faulted Nixon for attacking the media. Ervin and Baker urged a truly independent prosecutor chosen by both branches.
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Break in Dam Floods Town
Dam burst Saturday near Carlin Lake caused floods and evacuations in the southeastern city. Communications were disrupted as water swept roads and several workers were reported stranded. repairs were expected soon and authorities investigated the cause of the break.
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Questioning Independence of New Special Prosecutor
Washington AP reports concern by two Democratic congressmen about the independence of a forthcoming special prosecutor for the Nixon era. Harold Hughes and Dick Clark, along with John Culver, warn the office may lack real independence. They reference Archibald Cox and stress signals from the White House about appointing a prosecutor with limited autonomy.
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Nixon notes Rebozo case amid campaign fund questions
President Nixon said his close friend Charles G. Rebozo faced a possible firing suspension as head of a Florida bank amid a donor transfer of one hundred thousand dollars to the Hughes campaign. He contrasted penalties for shoplifting and tax evasion, defending Rebozo while noting the ongoing internal fights within Hughes organization and the scrutiny of campaign finance.
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Eagleton Presses Ford Withdraw Nomination
WANSAS FTV reports Eagleton calls for Ford withdrawal as Nixon nominates Ford for vice president. Taguletan cites experience and foreign affairs know-how from University of California. News notes a seismographic station in relation to national problems. Saturday report.
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Turn Clocks Back Tonight Across States
The article notes clocks will be set back tonight as daylight saving ends. It mentions that April marks the change and that most states revert to standard time, while Cirwair and Arizona exempt themselves from the daylight saving switch.
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Soviet Response Calls U.S. Force Alert Intimidation Claim
Moscow reports Tass denounces the U S alert as an intimidation move amid Middle East tensions. The Soviet news agency says U S explanations are absurd and that Moscow seeks only to advance U N cease fire decisions.
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Egyptians Say Israel Blocks Aid in Suez Conflict
Cairo reports claim Israel blocked aid convoys to Egyptian forces and civilian needs along the Suez Canal while UN observers arrive. Egyptian advisor Ashraf Ghorbal alleges a Red Cross convoy was forced back, deepening the crisis as cease fire troops increase and Moscow signals watchful warning.
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Big Reduction in Troop Alert
Washington AP reports the Pentagon cutting U S forces in a major redeployment. About 17 million personnel stationed domestically and in the Pacific will shift to normal duty. The 2nd Airborne at Fort Bragg remains on alert. Some units in Europe and about 10,000 under Atlantic Command stay on alert. The U S force level is not yet clear. Soviet paratroopers have been taken off alert.
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Storm Gilda Heads Into Open Atlantic Waters
AP reports Tropical Storm Gilda moving from Michigan area into the central Atlantic as it strengthens and heads toward open ocean waters, with forecasters tracking its path and potential effects on shipping and coastal interests.
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Nato allies face Middle East strain over bases
The alert strains allied ties as NATO members debate Middle East policy and base access. Officials cited European reluctance to allow bases for arms shipments to Israel, with West Germany France and Britain reportedly informed but cautious about further commitments.
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