Murphy to be Nixon’s voice at State Department during transition
President elect Nixon names Robert D. Murphy a veteran diplomat to oversee foreign policy during the Johnson to Nixon transition. Murphy, 74, longtime State Department official and former under secretary for political affairs, will consult with Johnson but has no veto power.
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Johnson Nixon pact may shape foreign policy before inauguration
Washington AP Johnson and Nixon agree on advance consultation for major foreign policy moves before Nixon’s January 20 inauguration. Nixon names Robert D. Murphy as his foreign affairs representative. The arrangement could speed Vietnam peace talks and strengthen Johnson’s voice in early U.S. diplomacy.
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Birth Control Compromise Approved by RC Bishops
The National Conference of Catholic Bishops backed Pope Paul VI's ban on birth control but approved a compromise allowing married couples who practice contraception to remain eligible for communion. The bishops urged Vietnam War reassessment and conscientious objector exemptions. the decision was kept secret until confirmation.
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Thieu weighs Paris talks bid amid cabinet turmoil
Saigon reports Thieu may attend the Paris peace talks if Washington’s terms are met while Huong may resign amid a cabinet rift. U.S. bombers strike DMZ bunkers as Ky pressures a bigger role. Johnson pressure and North Vietnamese stance shape a tense timetable.
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Support Grows for Revising Way of Electing President
Washington AP report notes two more senators back reform proposals amid split ideas. Thurmond backs either of two plans while Yarborough favors a third. Hearings set by Bayh on amendments after Nixon's tight electoral vote, with debate over direct popular election versus modified electoral college.
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Harriman At 77 Tackles Tough Vietnam Peace Task
W Averell Harriman, age 77, presides over delicate Vietnam peace talks from the U S Embassy in Paris beside Place de la Concorde. Long career includes World War II diplomacy, London ambassadorship, Marshall Plan leadership, and Laos talks. He notes no plans beyond living in Washington with his wife, as Nixon era reshapes Paris talks.
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Czech chiefs debate Dubcek call for stronger red rule
Prague officials in the central committee debated Alexander Dubcek's demand for firmer communist control while avoiding a return to Stalinist methods. He warned against anti Socialist forces and defended the August actions and Soviet troop presence as essential to Czechoslovakia's path forward.
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New Lower Bridge Set to Open Friday November 22
Francis Barone, New York State project engineer, announced the new lower bridge will open Friday November 22. Barone said the opening information was released at noon through District Engineer E. E. Towlson of the State Department of Transportation.
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Johnson Nixon issue joint NATO anniversary invitation
Presidents Johnson and Nixon jointly invite NATO to celebrate its 20th anniversary in Washington next spring. Secretary of State Rusk extended the invitation at NATO’s semiannual council of ministers meeting as he nears departure from office.
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Johnson signals readiness to cooperate with Nixon
President Lyndon Johnson said he will make whatever decisions the President must make before January 20 and hopes Richard Nixon can speak for all Americans after taking office. He added he will work to help Nixon in that transition period.
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Pound Plunges as Bank of England Intervenes in London
The British pound hit a 10 month low around $2.3830 before recovering to about $2.3835 as the Bank of England stepped into the market to halt the slide. The currency opened at $2.3850 and had closed at $2.3862 the previous night.
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San Francisco State classes closed amid protest by Black Student Union
San Francisco State College shut classes for a second day despite Gov Ronald Reagan’s protest. Black Student Union strikers carried signs saying They Shut It Down. Theodore Meriam, chairman of the State College trustees, said it was unclear when the campus would reopen at a Thursday news conference.
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Leaves Date Up to Nixon in Warren Retirement
The New York Times reports Chief Justice Earl Warren will retire and may leave a resignation letter for action by President Nixon after he takes office. The decision remains firm and status will hinge on Nixon’s first moves as president.
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Nixon promises F111 as defense cornerstone in cut plan
Washington Post reports top Pentagon officials proposed a major reduction in swing wing bombers from 253 to 90 FB111s. President-elect Nixon reiterates during Texas visit that the F111 will be a foundation of national security.
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Shorter Parade and Unity Theme For Nixon Inauguration
Nixon plans five to six inaugural balls and a two hour parade with bands and floats under the theme Bring Us Together. J Willard Marriott says the event will be a national occasion with broad participation, contrasting earlier austere options.
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