Carlson recalls Watergate type problems in memo
Former Senator Frank Carlson reflects on past presidential administrations using the FBI and other agencies for political espionage. The Associated Press report, filed from Concordia, Kansas, discusses historic patterns and warns against repeating such practices.
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Carlson on Watergate era and presidential overreach
Former U S senator Frank Carlson reflects on Watergate and presidential access limits, noting a line between information gathering and espionage. He cites past aides and presidents, praises Lyndon Johnson's secretary Marvin Watson, and warns of the political fallout for Republicans ahead of the 1974 elections. He predicts Bob Dole may face election hurdles but survive. Carlson also praises the seven Senate Watergate committee members and expects their findings to be well received.
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Carlson recalls McCarthy era inquiry on Communist infil tration
Carlson, reflecting on his service on a committee led by Senator McCarthy in the early 1950s, says he will feel the outcome is right regardless of the decision and expresses sympathy for the committee members for the difficult assignment.
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KC Police Chief Slams Civil Service Over Huckaby Suspension
Kansas City Kansas Police Chief John J Donnelly expressed disgust at the Civil Service Commission for suspending officer Robert D Huckaby for six months rather than firing him over alleged sexual misconduct with a female prisoner. Huckaby, 24, faced dereliction of duty and moral suspension after the incident and appealed to the commission. chairman William R Downs said the six month, unpaid suspension was agreed with a reevaluation before resuming duty on the 309 member force. Huckaby is among nine KC Kansas police officers suspended in six weeks for various reasons.
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