Watergate trial under way for five defendants
The Watergate trial for five defendants moves forward as Sirica screens about 1,000 prospective jurors. Veniremen are asked if serving on a sequestered jury would be uncomfortably difficult, with about 50 signaling potential conflict. The panel will be narrowed to 2, and trial may extend until Christmas. Nixon, a co-conspirator, is subpoenaed though ill with phlebitis in California and may not appear for up to three months.
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Ford OKs quiz by House panel over Nixon pardon questions
Ford agreed to testify on an upcoming House subcommittee inquiry into the Nixon pardon. A White House spokesman said Ford waived executive privilege for the hearing and prepared to answer questions, while lawmakers push resolutions seeking details of the pardon talks and health reports.
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Nixon remains under restricted activity during recovery
Lungren says Nixon’s restricted activity will last at least three weeks, with the acute danger period likely over. Nixon is off intravenous heparin, taking warfarin, and has reduced fatigue but remains hospitalized with no planned surgery. He now sits up part of the day, wears a left leg support stocking, and follows a low cholesterol and low purine diet to lower uric acid and cholesterol levels.
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Two pesticides banned amid cancer fears
The Environmental Protection Agency bans further production of aldrin and dieldrin, citing unreasonable cancer risk to the public. The immediate ban halts new supply and affects about a major share of corn production. Shell Chemical Co. faced the hearing that supported the ban.
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Child in Bubble Hopes for Immunity Against Germs
David, a three year old living in a sterile bubble, carries only eight non dangerous germs in his body acquired from food. Montgomery and Wilson, co leaders, plan injections of a stem cell extract and other methods to awaken his natural immunity, though doctors warn no permanent cure is promised. Aylward notes two German infants once built immunity spontaneously. The boy’s diet is heavily restricted to sterile foods. Beatles music and visitors fill limited social time.
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Gas Price Cuts Hit Several Firms As Sohio Rises
Three major oil companies and a Midwest independent cut gasoline prices, while Gulf Oil in Houston and Sohio faced higher costs leading to a rise or limited reductions. Sohio cut to 45.5 cents per gallon for regular and 49 cents for premium. Skelly and Clark Oil trimmed wholesale and retail rates. overall midwestern states saw varied adjustments amid strong supply.
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American Motors UAW reach tentative contract pact
American Motors Corp and the United Auto Workers announced a tentative agreement on a new contract ending a two week strike. The deal comes as Milwaukee based American Motors, the fourth largest U.S. automaker, faces labor negotiations amid the industry wide tensions. Talks produced a settlement that averts further disruption to production and supply chains.
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Flurry of money bills roil California Capitol
In Sacramento bills to end early retirement bonuses for lame duck lawmakers and cut Gov. Reagan’s pension from over $40,000 rose in the Legislature. Meanwhile, an Assembly committee opened a measure using annual cost of living salary increases for executives.
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Pickets at Los Angeles harbor removed after talks
Pickets at the Port of Los Angeles were removed late this morning under threat of an injunction as security guards from Lawrence Security Co resumed work after employers agreed to negotiate. ILWU Local 18 said all related locals honored the strike at 7 a.m. over wages. a federal arbitrator deemed it bona fide and lines formed around the LA Container Terminal.
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Marine air base tragedy as teen shot by roommate
A 19 year old Marine was shot in the head and killed Monday night at a Texas area base. His 12 year old roommate surrendered to military police. Pfc Calvin Moss Jr of Bridgeport Conn is in custody. The victim is an administrative clerk in the same aviation operations unit and the name is withheld pending relatives notice. Major Sally Pritchett said the shooting happened at 11 60 p m in a barracks area with a 36 30 rifle. Moss is confined awaiting an investigation court findings.
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