Democratic rules revisions for 1976 convention debated
Democratic National Chairman Robert Strauss proposed revisions to 1976 convention rules as Dal leaders opened meetings. Key issues include the size and power of the Compliance Review Commission and how proportional representation applies from county to precinct level, with 10 percent vote threshold. Strauss noted consensus but may oppose parts. final word lies with the 303-member Democratic National Committee.
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Alabama
George C. Wallace
Equal Rights UK by ’75 backers push ERA approval
Supporters of the Equal Rights Amendment remain optimistic for ratification by 1975 though they anticipate setbacks in several states. Key targets Illinois Florida and Louisiana could boost to 36 with Oklahoma and others possible later. Proponents cite Nixon endorsement and API CIO backing as momentum grows.
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Virginia
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Missouri
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Nebraska
Mitchell Stans jury selected for historic trial
New York jurors eight men and four women were chosen to try former Atty. Gen. John N. Mitchell and Maurice H. Stans on criminal conspiracy charges tied to fugitive financier Robert Vesco. The panel and six alternates were to be sequestered as indictments were expected to be released.
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John N. Mitchell
Commerce
Maurice H. Stans
Robert Vesco
Lee Gagliardi
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Stans
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Nixon
Gunman Slays 2 Officers In Bar In Chicago
Two Chicago patrolmen from Area Six Special Operations Group were fatally shot in a Ravenswood tavern near Foster Avenue. The gunman, Jacoth Cohen alias Paul Robson, 30, fled after the attack. a plastic-wrapped shotgun was found in the officers’ patrol car.
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