Nixon Hints Counterattack on Watergate Foes at Tanaka Dinner
President Nixon used a state dinner for Japanese Prime Minister Tanaka to signal a forthcoming counterattack against the Senate Watergate committee and special prosecutor Archibald Cox. He urged focusing on peace and progress and building a better world rather than dwelling on alleged small issues.
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Haldeman Defends Watergate Claims Under Senate Spotlight
Former White House aide H R Haldeman testifies before the Senate Watergate committee for a third day. He argues lack of Justice Department evidence into alleged violent anti Nixon demonstrations supports his charge that the matter has not been investigated. He denies involvement in the Watergate wiretap or coverup while providing a list of alleged campaign assaults.
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Watergate hearings wear on panel of seven senators
After 32 days of hearings over nine weeks the seven Watergate committee members look tired with eyelids drooping and tempers flaring. Chair Ervin nudges Sam Dash to keep awake as they press witnesses. Since May 17 they have heard 29 witnesses and logged over 6,500 transcript pages with staff conducting more than 200 private interviews.
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Lips tighten on Nixon residences information embargo
Government restricts details on expenses for Nixon homes in San Clemente California and Key Biscayne Florida. Officials say embargo is temporary until a full report is ready. Rep. Brooks accuses White House of blocking inquiry into federal funds for the California and Florida residences. GSA director Sampson says withholding not solely on White House orders.
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Wilson eager to get into hearings act
Senior lawyer John J. Wilson pushes into the Watergate hearings asserting his right to represent Ehrlichman and Haldeman. He confronts Sen Weicker with forceful defense, flashing a bulldog stance and half century of trial experience as he fights for client authority. In a closing line, the article notes 1658 date of Swammerdam’s red blood cell discovery.
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