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Flag pin raises once more at White House
Nixon spokesman says president backs flag display including police, after Pentagon cautioned about Cincinnati officers wearing flag emblems. Laird concurs, stating agreement and regret over confusion from the Pentagon letter. Cincinnati Police Chief Schott received a letter from Pentagon counsel deeming the practice inappropriate. The issue arose when officers wore flag replicas on uniforms and a raid on dress rules followed. Ziegler notes flag code guidance from Justice Department and that Nixon has worn similar pins. he calls it a respectful display. The second item reports Sadat named vice president to ease duties as Nasser prepares for Arab summit in Rabat, with Hussein seeking full briefing on Cairo talks. General Electric clothes brush ad follows, describing product benefits.