Nixon signals phased Vietnam troop pullback toward end of war
President Nixon announced 70,000 more U.S. troops would depart by May 1, with a likely mid April follow up to reduce forces to 35,000 or 45,000 and reach a residual 25,000 to 35,000. The plan envisages an advisory South Vietnamese role, downgrading MACV, and could bring Gen Abrams home as a potential Army chief. Defense officials say ground fighting power remains despite withdrawals. Nixon aims to end U.S. involvement before the November election.
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Laird
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Gulf of Tonkin
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South Vietnam
Laos
Agriculture Secretary Creates Many Moods in Topeka
Joan Istas profiles Earl Butz during his address at the 1972 Kansas Agricultural Convention in Topeka. The piece notes his Iowa roots, prior Eisenhower era service, and initial nervous start evolving into a confident, folksy delivery. Post speech, he appeared aloof at a press conference, with observers praising his determination but warning politics could interfere.
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the Herald
Earl Butz
Topeka
Butz
Indiana
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Nixon
Topeka Municipal Auditorium
Docking
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Docking demands word on federal EEA probe in Kansas
Gov Robert Docking released a letter to U S Labor Secretary Hodgson urging disclosure of any investigations into how Kansas administered the Emergency Employment Act. He criticizes the way the matter has been conveyed, saying information has come from news reports and a Kansas Republican congressman rather than official channels. Docking attached a year end 1971 report to President Nixon outlining Kansas EEA actions amid national pressure to push rapid hiring in low employment areas.
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U.S. Labor
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Kansas Legislature in weekend recess after short first week
In Topeka the Kansas Senate and House recessed for the weekend following a brief opening week. Governor Docking outlined a 990.62 million budget with tax reforms aimed at boosting state revenue by about 25.85 million. Senate President pro tem Glee S. Smith said lawmakers are ready for rapid floor action on major bills.
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Docking
Speculation narrows GOP governor field in Kansas
U S Rep Joe Shubitz announced he will not seek Kansas governor, opting to run for a sixth term in Congress. Lt Gov Reynolds Shultz and former Gov John Anderson remain top contenders, with others like Bill Fridley and Robert Gadberry also mentioned. Shubitz urged Republicans to judge candidates by platform and plans, including stance on atomic waste concerns.
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Olathe
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