Nixon seeks party advice on Agnew successor
President Nixon asked Republican and Democratic leaders for suggestions to name a new vice president after Spiro T. Agnew's resignation for tax evasion. He discussed procedures with congressional leaders, with Mansfield noting a nomination was expected later this week or early next.
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Agnew as shake down king in Maryland contracts
Government prosecutors portray Spiro T. Agnew as the central figure in a decade long kickback scheme. They say he encouraged an inner circle of Maryland politicians and contractors to pay cash gifts in exchange for lucrative state contracts. The description runs through a lengthy 40- page filing.
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Agnew Pleads No Contest as Tax Evasion Charge Outlines
Inside page outline filed by U S Atty George Beall details a nine month probe into Spiro Agnew focusing on cash payments in 1967. Key figures include I H Bud Hammerman Jerome B Wolff Allen Green and Lester Matz. Green and Hammerman plead guilty to tax charges and cooperate.
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Agnew resigns as vice president amid federal case
Spiro T. Agnew formally resigns the office of vice president effective immediately, citing national interest to avoid protracted battles. Nixon acknowledges the decision, calling it a personal and difficult choice and praising Agnew’s service.
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Nixon nominates Connally as potential vice president
President Nixon plans to nominate John B. Connally a former Democrat who joined the GOP to share his foreign policy views. Democrats warn the pick could trigger a new political storm after Spiro Agnew resignation while Republicans voice doubts about Senate approval. Other potential contenders include Nelson Rockefeller Ronald Reagan William Rogers Barry Goldwater Hugh Scott and Gerald Ford.
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Weather forecast for Middletown area tonight and Friday
Partly cloudy skies expected in the Middletown area with nighttime lows in the mid 50s and daytime highs in the upper 70s. The outlook calls for cooler weekend temperatures and a chance of showers Monday.
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