Docking weighs Senate bid after Kansas governorship
Governor Robert Docking, a Democrat and four term Kansas chief executive, signals strong interest in the U S Senate and says he could adjust to the federal legislative role. He argues Kansas would be his constituency and cites experience in Washington and family ties to public service.
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Washington braces for 1974 as year of reckoning begins
In a year end lull Congress adjourns as Nixon vacations in San Clemente. Mathias urges that 1973 shocks shape 1974 votes and policy. Expect ongoing Watergate probes, impeachment talk, and debates over a special prosecutor and national security claims.
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Hughes indicted in Air West stock manipulation case
Federal indictment accuses Howard Hughes and six codefendants of conspiring to depress Air West stock value to force a purchase. Spokesmen say Hughes sequestered in a Bahamas hotel, with arraignment targeted in two weeks. Co defendants include Robert Maheu Chester Davis and David Bo Charnay. unindicted conspirators include Hank Greenspun and George Crockett.
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Rationing coupons priced by market forces outlined
Washington reports a flexible gasoline ration system where coupons showing Washington’s portrait will be issued to licensed drivers aged 18 plus. The value of coupons will vary monthly, set by supply and demand, with each state using a driver authorization card and a 1 dollar purchase for a 60 day redeemable period.
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Leisure fuel use soars as Americans burn one billion gallons
A National Motor Sports Committee survey shows Americans used about one billion gallons of gasoline for leisure in 1972, with vacation travel driving most demand. It notes 54 billion gallons for nonbusiness car travel and cites reduced arena temperatures and fewer jet charters as costs of the energy crisis.
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