Nixon aides frame impeachment fight as an underdog struggle
White House aides describe the House showdown as a political contest with Nixon as the underdog. Republicans introduced a censure alternative led by Rep. Findley, while John Rhodes hedges on his position. Spokesman Warren calls impeachment a political struggle and says Nixon will not resign, as Sirica demands rapid turnover of Watergate tapes and notes.
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Talks Continue With Cyprus Cease Fire Uncertain
British and United Nations officials reported no accord after a four hour session at a U.N. camp near Nicosia airport. Battles raged in the northwest as Turkish forces moved into four Cypriot villages in the Kyrenia range. Turkey claims cease fire holds as Greek Cypriots say they comply with the Geneva truce.
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Nixon proposes Cost of Living Task Force to monitor wages
The White House asks Congress to create a new agency to track wage and price increases to discourage inflation. It would not wield wage-price controls but would gather data to influence business and labor. Treasury Secretary Simon says budget restraint may take time to show results. Sen. Bentsen questions White House led monitoring and seeks congressional oversight.
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Rail service cut hits 22 Indiana cities in Penn Central curve
The closing of more than two thirds of the Chicago to Louisville Penn Central main line leaves 22 Indiana cities without direct rail service. An AP report notes the impact on local travel and freight routes across the region.
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Nixon refuses loan from New Jersey couple
President Nixon turned down an interest free loan of more than ten thousand dollars offered by Lewis Tortariello and his wife Susan to aid his finances. A White House aide said Nixon was deeply touched but could not accept, and the pennies, totaling twenty two thousand, were returned along with a 220 dollar check for the value of the pens. The couple, longtime Republicans from Neptune City, traveled to Washington and spoke of their desire to help the president.
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Newark
Israel Warns of Imminent War Amid Regional Tensions
Israeli Defense Minister Shimon Peres cautioned of possible Arab war, with Syria singled out, while Cairo reports say Egypt mobilizes reservists and readies army vehicles. Beirut papers claim Russia backs guerrillas and recognizes the PLO, as Arafat meets Soviet leaders.
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Oil Firms Raise Wholesale Gasoline Prices
Standard Oil of California Shell Oil Co and Texaco Inc raised wholesale gasoline prices by one cent a gallon this week. Several others did not announce increases. The hikes reflect changes in foreign crude costs and fit within monthly price adjustment rules.
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Middletown Area Sees Rainy Weekend After Drought Ended
The drought ends as rain returns to the Middletown area this weekend. Highs reach the 70s through Sunday with overnight lows in the upper 50s.
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Brewster Granted New Trial Over Jury Instructions
The U S Court of Appeals ordered a new trial for former Maryland Senator Daniel B Brewster after ruling the judge gave inadequate jury instructions. Brewster, a Democrat from suburban Baltimore, was convicted on November 17 1972 of accepting 14500 dollars from a lobbyist to influence postal rate votes. Hart sentenced him to two to six years and a 30000 dollar fine.
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Daniel B. Brewster
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Edsel Addict Owns Six Cars Despite Ford Losses
Edsel Henry Ford, a San Leandro hospital employee and car collector, owns six Edsels after selling two. He belongs to a 1500-member Edsel Owner's Club and says some members own far more. He notes Edsel's reputation as a collector’s item and jest topic.
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