Huge FTC probe into tuna industry moves ahead
A 1975 report notes the FTC opened a broad inquiry into tuna industry practices, with subpoenas issued to major firms including Teiit Co, Ralston Purina Co, and Del Monte. Firms sought to quash subpoenas as the agency expands its investigation, while the FTC commits substantial resources to the probe in Los Angeles and beyond.
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Nixon admits lying and downfall in Frost interview
Former President Nixon says he let the American people down by lying and abetting the Watergate cover up while in the White House. He insists he committed no criminal or impeachable offenses, claiming his actions sprang from political and humanitarian motives. He acknowledges guilt only in resigning and says he will carry a target on him for life.
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Nixon Weathergate interview highlights from TV night
Washington AP summary of former president Nixon's first public discussion of Watergate during a Wednesday TV interview. He denied involvement in the break in and the hush money payments, said he let down friends country and system, and admitted making mistakes as heat of political attacks. He said he considered resigning in April 1973 and rejected the idea that a conspiracy brought him down.
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U S drops veto on Vietnam UN bid amid talks
The United States agrees to end its opposition to Vietnam joining the United Nations and to lift the embargo on Vietnam trade as part of a two package deal to establish diplomatic relations. A U S spokesman cited Hanoi cooperation on missing servicemen and belief in UN universality as reasons. Senate leaders cautioned against postwar aid while critics pressed for fuller accounting of MIAs. The National League of POW MIA Families condemned the move as a sellout, citing about 2 500 unresolved cases.
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Evidence pointed to Nixon guilt says Rodino
Rep Peter Rodino who led the House Judiciary Committee on Nixon’s impeachment said he was saddened by Nixon’s televised discussion of Watergate. He noted the committee’s 7200 pages and 36 books of material showing Nixon obstructed the investigation and abused the powers of the presidency. He cited Nixon’s Frost interview and alleged payment of 600000 for the talks.
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Defense chief calls energy curbs vital
Defense Secretary Harold Brown told Congress that growing energy shortages pose the most serious threat to long term security and urged reduced dependence on Persian Gulf oil, new Western sources, and a 2 billion barrel stockpile. Secretary of State Cyrus Vance said energy problems affect partners and warned against vulnerability to supply disruptions and price swings.
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Carter heads to summit amid oil price pressure
President Carter departs for London to join a seven nation economic summit aimed at coordinating policies to blunt oil shocks and avoid a new recession. The talks include IMF funding, trade talks, energy policy, and a global nuclear energy study, with leaders also set for NATO meetings in London and talks on West Berlin.
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