Laird criticizes McGovern peace plan in campaign clash
Defense Secretary Melvin Laird attacked Senator George McGovern’s Indochina withdrawal proposal during NBC Today interview, calling it a “give away now and beg later” approach. He warned against reducing defense spending and opposing Trident subs and bomber programs. Georgia Senator Herman Talmadge criticized McGovern’s platform while Republicans debated Agnew’s fate on the ticket.
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Guild endorses McGovern despite Republican criticism
The Newspaper Guild 13,000 member AFL-CIO affiliate endorsed George S. McGovern last Thursday as its executive board, citing authority from a convention vote. The move divided newsrooms and spurred petitions opposing the endorsement. Republican critics urged more disclosure and a Guild referendum.
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Governor Wallace to resume therapy after surgery
Gov George Wallace plans to resume full time physical therapy early next week after abdominal surgery. Surgeon Dr George Hailenbeck led the operation, calling it the second and likely last Wallace procedure, with possible further surgery not expected. Rehabilitation overseen by Dr George Travaglini at the University of Alabama Spain Rehabilitation Center.
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Union Delays Endorsement in Presidential Race
Retail clerks union RCIA urged to go slow on endorsement as the quadrennial convention nears. Housewright criticized Nixon economy policy, saying it froze and worsened unemployment. The interview noted labor's hesitance amid broader party influence and speculation on McGovern's potential impact.
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Copter carrier sent to flood area in Philippines
President Marcos said the U S helicopter carrier Tripoli was ordered from its Vietnam station to aid flood relief in the Philippines. About 500000 people were affected as heavy rains and floods continued in central and northern Luzon. Red Cross reports described rising floodwaters and numerous evacuations as authorities prepared to move supplies and provide shelter.
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Texas court rules bail for all amust
The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals ruled that defendants charged with capital offenses cannot be denied bail on the mere basis of potential death penalty, citing the U.S. Supreme Court’s stance. The decision affects two Houston suspects tied to a March murder case, who had been held without bond awaiting trial. Prosecutors argued for kept detention to protect a key witness.
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Communists accuse Ohio aide of McCarthyism hearing order
Calumbar Ohio reports that party campaign directors accuse Ohio Secretary of State Ted Brow of reviving McCarthyism by ordering a August 2 hearing on petition methods to place Communist Party nominees Gus Hall and Jarvis R. on the November ballot. They say Brow intimidates voters and petition signers. The charges come from Leroy Gaston of Cincinnati and Anthony Krebpmarek of Columbus.
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Wallace to seek AIP nomination at Louisville convention
Levelland Texas UPI reports Governor George C. Wallace will seek the American Independent party nomination at the Louisville Kentucky convention. AIP chairman said Wallace will appear August 4 during the event in Louisville.
Chicago Democrats face challenge over Daley successor group
A Wednesday petition before Cook County Circuit Court seeks contempt citations against the Chicago Challengers, the Chicago Democrats who replaced Mayor Richard J. Daley and eight Daley followers in the Illinois delegation during the party’s recent national convention. Oral arguments were scheduled before Judge Daniel A. Covelli.
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