Democratic struggle continues over party leadership after McGovern win
The Washington Star News reports the battle for Democratic Party machinery persists despite George McGovern’s nomination win. Shriver is set for tonight’s vice presidential acceptance with unity touted, while long term control hinges on DNC expansions and a charter reform drive.
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Robert Walters
Washington
McGovern
Shriver
Miami Beach
Unity
South Dakota
DNC
Insurgents Shelve Daley Challenge in Illinois Delegates
Illinois insurgents led by Alderman William Singer delay their challenge to Daley backed delegates as the Democratic National Committee meets in Washington to name a vice presidential nominee. Singer agreed to postpone but reserves right to contest Illinois representation later. Sargent Shriver is the party’s VP nominee choice urged by McGovern. Daley praised Shriver as a strong appointment for Illinois.
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Democratic National Committee
Illinois
Richard J. Daley
William Singer
Chicago
National Committee
Washington
Singer
Daley
Sargant Shriver
George S. McGovern
Shriver
Thomas F. Eagleton
Malibu van crash kills girl. 13 year old recalls effort
Martin Bernstain, age 13, tells a doctor he tried to help fellow youths after a van carrying 25 passengers plunged off a mountain road into a canyon en route to Malibu beach. One girl died in the crash.
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Martin Bernstain
Malibu
Calif
Delegate selection Percy joins speeches urging GOP changes
Four Republican Senators urged changes to party rules in Senate speeches. Charles Percy and Bob Packwood denied aims to derail Spiro Agnew’s 1976 nomination. Mathias and Javits proposed formulas for delegate allocation and reforms to ensure fair representation and prevent discrimination.
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Washington
Senate
Charles Percy
R-Nl
Bob Packwood
R-Ore
Spiro T. Agnew
Percy
Agnew
Sen
Packwood
Charles McC. Mathias
R-Md
Jacob K. Javits
R-N.y
Mathias
Miami Beach
Nixon
Networks set live coverage of DNC proceedings
The Democratic National Committee will nominate a new vice presidential running mate tonight. CBS and NBC will provide live coverage from Washington with CBS starting at 8 30 p m CDT and NBC at 6 30 p m CDT. ABC will interrupt regular programming for the nomination and air the acceptance speech live.
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New York
Democratic National Committee
CBS
George McGovern
Sargent Shriver
National Broadcasting Co
Washington
Columbia Broadcasting System
American Broadcasting Co
ABC
Walker Opens Southern Illinois Campaign Swing
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Dan Walker begins a three day tour through Southern Illinois with a West Frankfort stop at J W Walker's store. He shakes hands with residents and travels to Benton and other towns while avoiding firm policy stances.
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Dan Walker
Illinois
West Frankfort
J.W. Walker
East Main Street
Robbie
Chuck
Isaac
Scottie
Ramsey
Walker
Clyde Choate
D-Anna
Rosalie Darby
Fredericks
Darby
Benton
Plumfield
Zeigler
Royalton
Elkville
Hallidayboro
de Soto
Jackson County
Murphysboro
Carbondale
Illinois Avenue
Energy
Herrin
Johnston City
Marion
Crab Orchard
Harrisburg
Productivity jump cuts labor cost per unit in 1972 Q2
The Labor Department reports private output per man hour rising 6 percent annualized in the second quarter, the strongest gain since early 1965, while compensation per hour grew 5.6 percent. The combination moderates labor cost per unit and boosts purchasing power amid slower consumer price gains.
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Washington
Labor Department
Desegregation Bill Advances After Busing Restrictions
The House Education and Labor Committee approved a Nixon influenced desegregation bill by 21 to 16. It tightens court control over busing in school desegregation, adds inner-city school upgrades, and sets $500 million yearly for the purpose, while removing provisions to reopen existing orders. The measure requires courts to seek alternatives before ordering busing.
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Washington
House Education and Labor Committee
Nixon
Weather outlook and temperatures forecast
Tonight showers ending early then fair by morning. Low around 60. Wednesday becomes partly sunny and cooler with a high near 75. Thursday partly cloudy. Friday mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and thunderstorms.
McGovern Budget Attack Prompts GOP Doubts on Tax Policy
Senate GOP leader Hugh Scott and House counterpart Gerald Ford warned at the White House that Democratic platform proposals and a $1000 minimum income could double the federal budget. They cited a $144 billion rise from platform proposals and a further $192 billion if the minimum income replaces welfare, risking higher taxes.
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George McGovern
Senate
Hugh Scott
Pennsylvania
White House
McGovern
Scott
House
Gerald Ford
Michigan
Nixon
Caspar Weinberger
Herbert Stein
Council of Economic Advisers
Democratic Platform Committee
Congress
Boyle Miller on ballot in UMW election rerun
United Mine Workers nominees Tony Boyle and Arnold Miller have secured enough nominations to appear on the union ballot in the December election overseen by the Labor Department under a court order. Boyle leads with 215, Miller 109, and Kochis 50 in 340 locals so far.
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United Mine Workers
W. A
Tony’’ Boyle
Arnold R. Miller
U.S. Labor Department
Department
U.S. District Court
Boyle
Miller
Steve “‘Cadillas
Kochis
Escapee in Johnson County Captured After Second Flight
Harrisburg man Zach Morris Jr. 23 held on escape charges in Johnson County after a second brief attempt to flee Monday. Morris and Charles Canada 43 Karnak were seized within hours. Canada was found in Karnak at 6 40 a m and Morris at 5 15 a m in Vienna. Sheriff Eastman, escorting Morris to Williamson County jail, says wrist restraints broke and Morris fled near Marion courthouse. Morris faces forgery and deception charges in Johnson County and two theft charges in Union County.
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Harrisburg
Johnson County
Zach Morris Jr
Williamson County
Morris
Charles Canada
Karnak
Canada
Vienna
Barry Eastman
Marion
Herman Burnett
Eastman
Barnett
Union County
Senate defeats three gun control proposals in Senate vote
The Senate rejected three gun control measures, including registration and licensing of all handguns, registration of all firearms, and a ban on private handguns. Kennedy and Hart proposals failed amid liberal opposition and sportsmen’s pressure, with McGovern among dissenters returning to vote.
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New York Times News Service
Associated Press
Washington
Senate Today
Adlai Stevenson
D-Ill
Senate
Edward M. Kennedy
Dmass
Democratic Party
Miami
United States
Kennedy
Hart
Illinois Trauma Care System Receives $4 Million Grant
A federal grant of 4 million dollars will upgrade Illinois emergency health care facilities as part of expanding the trauma care system. Gov. Ogilvie and state officials outlined equipment and training plans including 900 ambulance radios, 45 critical care units, five training buses, 20 critical care vans, 50 ambulances, and programs to train 2,500 ambulance technicians and 500 nurses annually. Approximately 200 of 1,400 invited officials attended the briefing to learn how communities can apply.
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Michael A. Smith
Lindsay-Schaub
Springfield
Illinois
Richard B. Ogilvie
State Department of Public Aid
Ogilvie
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