Nixon Urges Death Penalty Restoration in State of the Union
President Nixon asked Congress to restore the death penalty for treason sabotage espionage and for kidnaping and hijacking resulting in death. He proposed stricter penalties for heroin traffickers and a narrowed insanity defense, arguing automatic imposition where aggravating factors exist.
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Nixon urges tougher federal drug trafficking penalties
President Nixon pressed Congress on March 15 1973 to approve a new drug control bill. It proposes mandatory sentences for heroin and morphine trafficking including 5 to 15 years for under four ounces, 10 years to life for four ounces or more, 10 years to life with prior narcotics felony, and life without parole for second offenses over four ounces.
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Genesis Rock Discovery On Apollo 15 Moon
James B. Irwin recounts Apollo 15 lifting off to study lunar origins and the hoped Genesis Rock. The crew faced moondust challenges while seeking the white plagioclase sample. A lone rock on Spur Crater pedestal matched expectations, bringing a sense of divine guidance and mission completion.
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