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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1973
Page
1
President Nixon nominated House Republican Leader Gerald R. Ford to be vice president. He urged Americans to unite for a national renewal and strength in his televised announcement.
Nixon announces Gerald Ford as the new vice president after 25 years in Congress. Ford pledges to serve with unity and strong leadership, aiming to help make America a united country while awaiting Senate confirmation.
The U S Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia rules Nixon must allow examination of White House tapes in the Watergate investigation. The ruling upholds Judge Sirica’s order to turn over tapes for review. White House expected to appeal. Southeast Kansas Regional Planning Commission designated by Gov Docking as clearinghouse for nine counties. Ben Robinson explains purpose to coordinate federally aided projects. Designation effective Oct 1.
Rains flood streams across central and eastern Kansas. most crests reached Friday while the Kansas River remained rising from Lawrence to Kansas City. Neosho River crest at 23 feet. John Redmond Reservoir gates closed as floods threaten crops and roads. One drowning in Tim ber Creek near Winfield. evacuations and highway closures continue.
The U S Supreme Court appeal looms as Nixon's legal team fights to withhold tapes amid Watergate probes. Judges uphold lower court order for the tapes citing public interest and presidential immunity limits. Nixon greets crowd after ruling as administration imposes heating oil allocation rules starting November 1.
Chanute's PTA groups led by Mayor Schultz emphasize membership, conferences, and leadership training. Fairfield and Murray Hill chapters host films, forums, and child care to boost parent school involvement, bicycle safety, and fundraisers. Programs aim to strengthen home school communication and local youth education.
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