Congress Hedges on Powell Seating in House Debate
In Washington Republicans and Democrats held separate meetings and avoided a decision on seating Adam Clayton Powell. GOP leader Gerald Ford said members must follow conscience as Powell appears Friday, while Powell predicted a favorable outcome and said he is confident of being seated. Speaker John McCormack noted developments as Congress convenes.
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Lipscomb to Lead GOP State Unit
Washington California's 17 Republican House members elected Rep Glenard Lipscomb of South Pasadena to his fifth term as chairman of their delegation. Other officers chosen include William Mailliard San Francisco secretary Robert Mathias Visalia treasurer Paul N McCloskey Portola Valley committee on committees James Utt Santa Ana policy Charles Teague Ojai state whip Charles E Wiggins El Monte campaign committee H Allen Smith Glendale regional whip Burt Talcott Salinas. Powell faced seating challenges amid prior investigations but the House voted to deny his seat in 1967. later efforts to reconsider continued amid party debates and floor recognition efforts.
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North Carolina elector Bailey defection faces Democratic challenge
Samuel Miles urged elector loyalty while Dr. Lloyd W. Bailey of Rockingham NC pledged to Nixon but voted for George Wallace instead. Muskie and O'Hara plan to challenge Bailey next Monday, labeling him faithless and arguing the constitutional principle of representative fidelity is at stake.
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Wallace Supporter Won't Be Disciplined
House Democrats failed to discipline Rep. John Rarick D La on an 87 to 85 vote after he openly backed George Wallace in the fall campaign. Rep. Fraser led the move with DSG backing. O'Hara cautioned the vote was not unanimous. Fraser noted Rarick raised funds for Wallace and supported his campaign.
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Nixon to Meet Bliss on Job of Republican Chair
President elect Nixon plans a private talk with Ray Bliss about whether he should remain as Republican national chairman. Some aides urge demanding duties to force Bliss from the post, while others favor cautious handling ahead of the January 17 winter meeting.
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Fire destroys three story brick building on Main Street
A major blaze ripped through a three story brick and corrugated building on North Main Street in Los Angeles, causing an estimated loss of 400000 dollars. It took 14 fire units about one hour to control the fire at the Sterling Rubber Products Corp.
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