Nixon Separation Of Powers Seen In Watergate Tapes Debate
A Washington attorney argues that Supreme Court precedents against congressional intrusion into executive functions undermine Nixon’s refusal to release presidential tapes. He cites Gravel and Brewster rulings showing interrogations may target sources and actions incidental to legislation, not the legislative process itself.
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Congress
Nixon
Watergate Committee
Supreme Court
Nathan Lewin
Washington
Justice Berger
Lewin
White House
Odessan Ed Foreman cites radar base closings shipping aid goods
Ten years ago on August 14 1963 U S Representative Ed Foreman of Odessa said equipment from idle radar stations including Pyote and Ozona was sent to India under the foreign aid give away program. The Odessa school bands opened a summer program with a special selection. The United Press March was dedicated to The Odessa American and publisher V L DeBolt.
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U.S
Ed Foreman
Odessa
Washington
Pyote
Ozona
India
United Press
Odessa American
V.L. DeBolt
Watermelon Feast Planned by Odessa USO
Odessa USO announces plans for a watermelon feast and dance to celebrate National Aviation Day. The event, scheduled for mid August, aims to bring together service members and civilians for a festive gathering with music and refreshments.
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Odessa Uso
America the spoiled brat in a land of plenty
Washington columnist reflects on American prosperity and mobility as both blessing and handicap. He laments neglect of the poor, prison and hospital conditions, and a social drift toward selfishness, materialism, and political extremism. He questions whether freedom equates to genuine equality of opportunity.
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Washington
Nea
America
Why pension reform is needed in Senate agenda
Inset notes that pension reform is pressing as some firms like Studebaker left workers unpaid after closure. Two bills target misused funds and gaps. Lloyd Bentsen cites rotten apples in plans with workers fired before eligibility and retirees learning funds were squandered, urging stronger pension protections.
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Senate
Studebaker
Harrison Williams
D.-N.j
Senate Labor and Public Welfare Committee
Lloyd Bentsen
D.-Tex
Senate Finance Committee
Bentsen
Nursing Registry and Pension Reform Debate Reflections
A local nurse Vera M. Howard urges registry licensing, 24 hour coverage, and fair pay as a solution to nursing shortages. The text also includes a transcript on private pension plans with Q and A featuring lawmakers discussing vesting, benefits, and minimum standards to curb abuses without forcing universal adoption.
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Odessa
Midland
Vera M. Howard
Bentsen
Nixon faces tax clues in White House earnings case
President Nixon appears to have paid little or no income tax since moving into the White House. Tax lawyers say he leveraged large breaks, including a $570000 deduction for pre presidential papers, to reduce his bill to near zero while Johnsons used bigger so called breaks. The issue centers on the 1969 donations, loans, and deductions linked to San Clemente and Florida properties, with broader question whether presidential returns remain public.
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Byron White
Nixon Court
Washington
Nixon
White House
Internal Revenue Service
IRS
Johnson
Johnsons
Nixons
San Clemente
California
Key Biscayne
Florida
National Archives
Robert Abplanalo
Congress
Letters Welcome to the Editor Guidelines
The newspaper will publish letters when space allows if they meet criteria. Letters must include the writer name and hometown, but only the name and hometown appear in print. Limit about 540 words, be constructive and of general interest, and avoid personal attacks or slander.
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Congress
Robert S. Elliott
Washington Monthly
Addressing The Lawmakers In Texas Seats
A fragmented clipping lists lawmakers in Washington and Texas with party affiliations and office addresses. Names include Sen Lind Bentsen Jr of Temocrat Houston, Sen John Toarr Republican Wichita Falls, Rep Georges Mahon Democrat Lubbock, Rep Richard C White Democrat El Paso, Sen Wood Der Blanchard Democrat Hardback Jagt Broadway Labbork Trex, Sen WE Pete Steison Democrat Midland, Rep John Hoestenback Democrat Odessa, Rep Richard Stack Democrat Pecos Brandon.
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Lind Bentsen
Houston
Senate
Washington, DC
John G Toarr
Wichita Falls
Washington DC
Georges Mahon
Lubbock
Rayburn
Washington
Richard C White
el Paso
Cannon House
Washington, NC
Wood der Blanchard
Lardback
Pete Steison
Midland
North Colorado
John Hoestenback
Odessa
Tower Drive
Tex
Richard Stack
Peon
Brandon
Almanac highlights and historical milestones for August 14
Today August 14 1973 marks the 226th day with 139 remaining. Notable events include Truman announcing Japan's surrender in 1945 and the Oregon territory’s organization in 1848. Birthdays include John Ringling North and Connie Smith. thought from Confucius closes.
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Associated Press
Harry S. Truman
Japan
Alaska
Kodiak Island
Oregon Territory
China
Peking
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Winston Churchill
United States
Italy
Biloxi
Mississippi
US Senate
Kennedy
Bombay
India
East Berlin
John Ringling North
Connie Smith
Confucius
B.C
Crossword Puzzle Clues From River to Caspian Sea
A long list of crossword clues ranges from River to Caspian Sea to Gii's name with items like Soap plant Lord Avon and Hottentot music maker. Other entries include Syrup Lodestone Living and various short answers covering foods, garments, and objects.
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Lord Avon
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New Republic
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Gravel
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Maryland
Warren Berger
Brewster
Pennsylvania Avenue
Europe
Sahara
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Shim Fido
United Mine Workers
Williams
Williams Plan
Watergate
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Gii
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