Goldwater Rhodes say Nixon impeachment odds cap at 15 votes
In Phoenix senators Barry Goldwater and John Rhodes warn Nixon that Senate support would be as low as 15 votes if the House impeaches him. Hugh Scott backs the warning as the President faces a trial risk and a 34 vote needed for acquittal. Separately speculation in Brussels and London links Nixon resignation rumors to stronger dollar and lower gold prices.
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House Would Be ‘‘Almost Unanimous.’’ Scott
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Nixon would resign to Kissinger if chosen by law
UPI reports that a voluntary presidential resignation would require Nixon to hand the letter to Secretary of State Kissinger and trigger Gerald Ford's immediate succession. The move would mark history’s first presidential resignation, guided by existing law and past presidential deaths. A Dallas source notes a former White House aide quit over not being allowed to review tapes and documents related to Watergate.
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Nixon supporters flood White House lines amid resignation rumors
UPI reports Nixon backers jammed the White House switchboard on Wednesday as rumors of an imminent resignation circulated in the capital. Aides said calls began after reports Nixon contemplated ending his impeachment battle and continued late into the evening with staff and volunteers manning phones at the executive office building.
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Julie Nixon stands by father amid resignation talk
White House officials say Julie Nixon remains a strong defender of her father and does not want him to resign. The First Family has kept a low public profile as Senator Brooke introduces a nonbinding resolution urging no prosecution if Nixon resigns, with Attorney General Saxbe echoing the stance.
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Weather Outlook and Local Life Updates for August 8 1974
Weather calls for showers and thundershowers tonight and Friday morning with a 50 percent then 60 percent chance. Lows near 60, highs 75 to 80, southeast winds 5 to 15 mph. Also reports marriage license applications births and a death notice for Hester Bembower Pfeil.
Nixon informs Ford of resignation and plans for orderly transition
President Nixon told Gerald Ford he will resign and will deliver a televised address at 9 p.m. EDT. An orderly transition is planned as aides discuss timing, House reactions, and potential impeachment fallout amid Watergate pressures.
Ford Meets With President in Oval Office Amid Power One
Vice President Gerald Ford postponed a western campaign trip for a private Oval Office meeting with President Nixon signaling possible contingency plans to transfer executive power. Ford told the New York Times he is prepared to serve if needed, while aides denied any formal transfer arrangements.
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Banks delay Ohio lottery tickets as agents jump the gun
Ohio banks lag in issuing lottery tickets ahead of Friday start while some agents sell early. Lottery spokesman James Skelly praised the unauthorized sales, noting no punitive action. Norwalk’s Citizens National Bank alone has tickets ready and enforces Friday release.
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