Joshua Barney's daring escape from Old Mill prison
In 1778 at Plymouth England a famed American privateer Joshua Barney staged a remarkable escape from Old Mill prison. After feigning injury and harnessing a cloak and crutch, he vaulted a double wall to freedom aided by a sympathetic Plymouth washerwoman and a disguised British officer. Barney, once taken prisoner five times and escaped four, disappeared for good.
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Ford visits Cedar Springs festival in Michigan
President Nixon tapped Gerald Ford as vice president, and Ford returned to his Cedar Springs hometown for the Red Flannel Parade. He walked the five-block route, spoke at Jordan College, and recalled his service and loyalty to Michigan voters amid cheers from locals and Secret Service protection.
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Gerald Ford
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University of Michigan
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Jessian
Maury Dejonge
Grand Rapids Press
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Grace Episcopal Church
Here
Detroit
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Ford named to secret service post amid White House turmoil
Predawn scene in Alexandria as Gerald Ford, newly designated Vice President, emerged from a pool while his Secret Service detail adjusted to guard duties. Ford discussed life after confirmation, noting time split between presiding in the Senate and attending Cabinet meetings. He recalled Nixon’s call confirming Haig’s message and the anticipation of shifting responsibilities.
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Ford
Agnew
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al Haig
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Jerry
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Rules unit to scrutinize Ford nomination
Washington Senate Rules Committee, one of the smallest panels, will hold hearings on Rep. Gerald R. Ford's nomination as vice president. The nine-member panel leans toward President Nixon, with five Democrats and four Republicans led by Sen. Howard W. Cannon. Democrats include Pell, Allen, Williams, Byrd. Republicans Scott, Griffin, Cook, Hatfield. Allen is a conservative Democrat often siding with Republicans.
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Senate
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Robby
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James B. Allen
Ala
Harrison A Whillams
Nal
Robert C. Byrd
W.V
Hugh Scott
Robert P. Griffin
Mich
Marlow W. Cook
Mark C. Hatfield
Ore
Mller
Allen
Nixon
The Anderson Papers Explosive Tomorrow
Column excerpt discusses investigative reporting ethics with ITT merger influence, Justice Department maneuvers, and informer dynamics. It notes patterns of improper influence, the danger of leaks, and the Boston money linked to the Republican National Convention.
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