Two White House plumbers jailed and one demoted in Watergate fallout
Ehrlichman aides E Howard Hunt and G Gordon Liddy are jailed for actions linked to the Pentagon papers and Ellsberg case. Egil Bud Krogh, 33, now deputy at the Transportation Department, faces questions over leadership of the group. David Young resigned from the NSC, while Krogh says his day to day control ended in October 1971.
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Ehrlichman Backed Bribe Claim Shakes Pentagon Papers Case
Defense lawyers in the Ellsberg Russo trial accuse John Ehrlichman of trying to bribe Judge Matt Byrne and press for full public disclosure of Watergate links. Byrne plans to publicize documents relevant to the case as he weighs a dismissal motion tied to Ehrlichman’s alleged 1971 contact and related Watergate disclosures.
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Agnew seen in line for expanded White House role
President Nixon, aiming to reorganize his White House, met with Vice President Spiro Agnew to discuss broader duties after the resignations of H R Haldeman and John Ehrlichman. Cabinet and Domestic Council officials signaled changes including Kenneth Cole taking over Ehrlichman duties and Stephen Bull absorbing scheduling tasks.
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Senate action sparks call for independent prosecutor
Critics labeled it a vote of no confidence in President Nixon over Watergate as the Senate urged appointment of a special prosecutor free of White House interference. Sen. Charles H. Percy asked for and received unanimous consent to adopt a resolution demanding Nixon nominate an independent prosecutor and forward the name for confirmation.
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Nixon vows Percy won't be president
President Nixon told Cabinet aides that Charles Percy will never be president while he has influence. The Senate debate over Percys resolution drew Republican critics calling it contemptible and a dirty trick as pressure mounted for a special prosecutor.
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Nixon and Brandt Hold Far-Reaching Talks
President Nixon and West German Chancellor Willy Brandt hold extensive discussions on diplomacy, trade, and global issues during a high level meeting likely in Washington. Both leaders signal ongoing collaboration on security and European stability.
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Nixon officials foresee modest wage price controls tightening
Administration sources indicate a cautious tightening of Phase 3 wage price controls after President Nixon met top advisers including Shultz Ash Stein and Burns. Officials stress no new wage price freeze citing supply shortages and the need to resist broad controls while inflation remains persistent.
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Middletown Weather Forecast Clouds and Cooler Temps
Cloudy skies and cooler air are forecast for Middletown tonight and Thursday. Lows in the 40s and highs in the 50s. yesterday reached 71 with an overnight low of 57. One inch of rain was recorded by 8 a.m. Weather details on page 15.
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