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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 15, 1973

Page

6

Alabama eatery hits national order with mystery buyer

Woodall's Barbecue in Decatur Alabama received a 150 plate order from an unidentified buyer connected to Whitehead Linen Service after dining at the restaurant. A second order for 100 meals came for the weekend with the buyer flying in to collect. The owner notes past WWII-era patrons and considers expanding advertising into Georgia.

Georgia

Watergate Wiretap Plan Debated In Senate Hearings

Testimony centers on a March 30 proposal for a $250000 plan to wiretap and search the Democratic National Committee headquarters in the Watergate complex. Magruder says Mitchell approved the project, while LaRue contests his presence and role in discussions.

Magruder Magrider Democratic National Committee Watergate Liddy Mitchell LaRue

Nixon and Watergate reports fuel hospital delay in talks

The article describes Nixon facing a potential Ervin meeting while treated for viral pneumonia at Bethesda Naval Hospital. Republican leaders condemned network reporters for questioning Nixon's illness as Watergate probes continue.

Mitchell LaRue White House Ronald L. Ziegler Nixon Watergate Committee Sam J. Ervin Jr North Carolina Democrat Bethesda Naval Hospital Ziegler Pennsylvania Waukegan, Ill Senate

Wrecked Train Scene and Historic Cambodia Bombing Accountability

A train wreck involving five engines and 14 cars, part of a 67 car train, occurred around 10 a.m. CDT in an isolated area and was not learned by officials for hours. Separately, former officers discuss illegal bombing raids in Cambodia prior to 1970, with testimony planned before a Senate committee and claims of legally justified actions versus whistleblower concerns.

Brown Southeast Asia Lavelle Knight South Vietnam Strategic Air Command Alabama Highway Patrol Cambodia Fish Hook Hughes Air Force Senate Committee SAC China

Phase 4 wage price controls debated amid public debate

Gen Haig oversees hospital and Shultz signals Phase 4 will be tough yet allow a phaseout. Phase 3 failed to end controls, fueling a stricter program. Officials warn real exit requires curbing inflation or convincing the public controls work. Consumers fear rising food prices, while advisers cite belief controls are workable and should last until root causes end. Dunlop notes producers and consumers clash over end date as Phase 4 planning unfolds.

Alexander M. Haig Jr the Treasury George P. Shultz Cost of Living Council Kay Ryan Council John T. Dunlop Dunlop

Nixon plans Phase 4 program amid health concerns

Nixon and Haig weigh Phase 4 economic steps while doctors call for reduced work during recuperation. Tkach notes the president’s stubborn streak and late calls to doctors, as three world leaders including Iran’s Shah, Australia’s PM, and Japan’s PM prepare to visit Nixon later this month.

Haig Nixon Tkach Iran Australia Japan

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