Martha Mitchell Missing From Watergate Hearings
Martha Mitchell, wife of John Mitchell, was absent as Watergate hearings opened. Heindel noted she was in heaven like the angels and suggested she might watch from a viewing room with a color TV, while he faced questions about campaign involvement and Nixon’s resignation.
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Watergate Committee
Mitchell Says Nixon Spared in Watergate Testimony
Former attorney general Mitchell testified before the Watergate committee, denying many past claims but admitting some discussions about wiretapping and surveillance at Democratic Party headquarters. He defended earlier sworn statements while acknowledging partial cooperation in the cover-up saga and urged a distinction between party duties and Nixon re election actions.
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Blind writer undergoes eye surgery in hope of sight
New York labor columnist Victor Ries el, blinded 17 years ago by acid thrown from a gangster, is undergoing multiple operations at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center to restore sight in one eye. Surgeons remove scar tissue, rebuild the socket with lip tissue and shin bone, then implant an artificial cornea. A hospital spokesman says the left eye has a good chance of success, noting 26 similar cases in 18 months with no tissue rejection.
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New York
Victor Riesel
Manhattan
Riesel
Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center
Farm Chief Warns Shortages Possible
Washington reports Agriculture Secretary Karl Butz warns of potential serious food shortages as Phase IV price controls loom. He cites high costs for farmers and consumer misinformation as key obstacles, noting the need for informed actions by the Cost of Living Council and White House aides.
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House votes for 20000 per producer farm payment ceiling
The House approved a 20000 annual payment ceiling per producer under cotton, wheat and feed grain programs as it opened debate on a 1972 farm bill. The Findley amendment passed 246 to 163, lowering the per crop cap from 55000 while an earlier Bergland plan failed 313 to 89. Congressman Mahon warned against hurting producers amid strong exports and a favorable dollar outlook.
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Washington
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Mahon
Woman Held In Slaying Of Man Here
A grand jury in 99th District Court indicted 37 persons Tuesday afternoon. The cases include a suspect linked to an armored car theft of 41,000 dollars, three others charged in a store holdup, and two individuals charged with murders. Several narcotics cases from June and early July were not considered and will be reviewed later.
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Avalanche-Journal
Funand
99Th District Court
Man shot at South Plains Fair Grounds dies. suspect held
J L Dalton died on arrival at St Marys Hospital after a Tuesday night shooting at the South Plains Fair Grounds. A 43-year-old Lubbock woman was detained, and Justice of the Peace Wayne LeCroy ruled homicide. A 22 caliber revolver was found at the scene and police reported a dogged sequence of arrests and indictments across several cases, including robbery and theft.
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Daily Prayer Appeals for Guidance and Willing Service
A reader offers a devotional plea to God for guidance to act in accordance with His will today, asking for strength to avoid offense and to pursue righteous conduct in all things. The tone is calm and reflective.
Four Killed in Plant Blast at Gearhart-Owens Co
CLEBURNE AP Four people were killed and about 20 hurt when a series of explosions rocked the Gearhart-Owens Co manufacturing plant, an underground bunker area in a rural setting. A Johnson County hospital spokesman confirmed multiple admissions as investigators moved to determine the cause.
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Fort Worth
Marvin Gearhart
Kt. Hood
Temote
Texas auto insurance rate cuts loom next month
The Texas State Insurance Board announced an average 4.3 percent reduction in auto insurance premiums effective with policies written or renewed August 27. The move follows an 11 percent cut last summer, with more than 90 percent of policyholders expected to benefit, though some premiums may rise due to location, driver age, car type, and usage. Board chairman Joe Christie indicated a formal order would be issued within a week and noted new competitive rating rules to apply after September 1.
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Lubbock County
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Christie
High Food Prices Hit School Lunch Programs
Inflation-driven rising costs affect Seattle and other districts with higher lunch prices and bids held up by Nixon price controls. Some districts may drop hot lunches for soup and sandwiches while others face contract delays, shortages, and fuel issues. Officials warn meals will cost more as paper and meat prices surge and bidder willingness shrinks.
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Louise Cook
Associated Press
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Kentucky
Nixon
Orvall Nelson
Spokane
Wash
Nelson
Dominic Falco
Hartford, Conn
Dollar Surges After Reported Intervention
The dollar rose sharply in European and Asian markets after reports that at least one government stepped in to stabilize exchange rates. It gained at least two points in many markets and closed in Paris at 41 francs, up from 3.96 the day prior, as central banks signaled possible coordinated action.
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Urban Renewal Group Acts on City Parks
Urban Renewal commissioners moved to redevelop sites near the Greenfair Manor public housing project with land for residential and light industrial use. They authorized a $95,000 land dedication and a relocation study of $6,500 plus a relocation plan of $5,500 as part of prep for next year’s renewal efforts.
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Mel Tittle
Avalanche-Journal
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Coronado ‘Drive
Gilbert
City Parks and Recreation Department
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Quirt Avenue
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