McGovern Concedes After Narrow Nixon Victory in Sioux Falls
In Sioux Falls South Dakota George McGovern conceded the presidential race after winning 26 electoral votes and addressing about 2500 supporters spanning many young voters. He urged peace and a loyal opposition while planning a Senate run in 1974 and a Virgin Islands vacation after returning to Washington.
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Major Polls Claim Credit For Nixon Victory Forecast
Washington polls from Gallup Harris and Sindlinger projected Nixon winning with about 59 to 61 percent. McGovern trailed near 35 percent with undecideds ranging from 4 to 6 percent in the latest surveys.
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Pay Mine Disaster Reasons Given
The Interior Department reports dil uted safety standards and nonexistent disaster training largely caused the Kellogg Idaho Sun shine Mine fire death toll of 91 miners. It cites lack of remote exhaust fan controls and training as factors and urges the Bureau of Mines to tighten warning gas detection and communications in mines. Two miners survived underground eight days. 108 escaped after the blaze 3500 feet underground.
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Evans Wins Re-Election in Washington Vote
Governor Dan Evans won a third term in Washington, defeating former Gov. Albert Rosellini as Republicans swept the state. With 84 percent of precincts in, Evans led 54 to 46 percent. Voters approved six statewide bonds totaling 465 million dollars and backed stricter campaign finance standards.
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