Nixon seeks emergency powers to curb energy crisis
President Nixon urged Congress for emergency authority by December to ease a severe fuel shortage. He called for lower energy use, year round daylight saving, exemptions from pollution rules, and a 50 mph federal vehicle limit. He warned winter supplies could be 17 percent short and urged Americans to cut thermostats and adjust schedules while contemplating naval oil reserve action at Elk Hills California.
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Congress overrules Nixon veto to enact war powers bill
Congress defeats President Nixon by overriding his veto to enact a war powers limit, 75 to 18 in the Senate and 284 to 135 in the House, establishing a 60 day cap on presidential troop commitments without congressional approval. The measure, framed as sharing burden in war, drew support and opposition amid Watergate tensions. President warns it undermines decisive action and ally confidence.
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Escapees bargain with Minnesota police in hostage standoff
Two jailed men Morgan and Winans held farm family hostage at a Wegscheid home in Wadena Minnesota while negotiating surrender terms. Three Wegscheid children escaped to police as FBI and local authorities discussed terms including possible charges and a state plane escape plan.
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Enlow
Cass County
Walker
Minn
Escapees' Freed Family Offers Flight Away From Capture
Authorities planned to supply a plane and pilot for two fugitives including a accused murderer, while Beckey 16 Rickey 12 and Joel 10 were released to reach the airport three miles away. The family would be released once there. A local prosecutor volunteered to serve as HOSTAGE.
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Rickey
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Nixon refuses to quit presidency despite calls to resign
President Nixon, amid Watergate doubts, says he has no intention of leaving office and will continue to work long hours. Vice President designate Ford pledges full cooperation, while AFL-CIO and Common Cause offer no comment on the resignation push.
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Nixon
United States
Gerald R. Ford
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Common Cause
Citizen’s
John W. Gardner
Kissinger Presses for Durable Middle East Peace Efforts
After three hours with Egyptian President Anwar Sadat Kissinger said progress toward peace is being made and Sisco was sent to Tel Aviv to brief Israeli leaders. Meanwhile Egypt and the United States plan to resume diplomatic relations and exchange ambassadors as Syria accuses Israel of cease fire violations. Cairo calls the situation tense and explosive with Egyptian forces on high alert.
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Butte Weather Outlook Sees Snowy Clouds and Cold
Cloudy skies with scattered snow persist in Butte as a cold snap continues. The day’s forecast shows a high near 36 and a low around 5 with continued cold conditions and wintry flurries. Weather roundup appears on Page 11.
McGovern Says He Feels Vindicated After Nixon Victory
Sen. George McGovern says he is vindicated by the year since losing to Richard Nixon but unhappy about it. He says his judgments were proven correct and that the administration was the most corrupt in history. He believes Nixon may resign or be impeached, with impeachment his preferred outcome.
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Mass Murder Shocks Victor California Family Tragedy
Nine people including two couples and three children were found shot to death in a Victor home. Victims: Walter Parkin and Joanne Parkin plus Lisa 11 Bob 9 Debbie 18 Debbie Earls Ricky 15 Wanda Earl 30s plus Mark Lang 20. Robbery theorized after United Market was ransacked and cash stolen.
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Richard A. Earl
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Mark Lang
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Aldermen accuse county officials over funding squeeze
City leaders charge Silver Bow County commissioners with squeezing funds from the City-County Health Board and related bodies. Mayor Micone cites a split tax payment decision as binding the city, while planning board contracts go unpaid and a 1973-74 budget discrepancy shows an $11,000 deficit.
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Mike Micone
Micone
Anaconda Co
Elks
Penne Board
Udget
Phil Paull
Red Cross Aims to Widely Teach First Aid and Safety
The American Red Cross promotes Aid and Personal Safety and Advanced First Aid and Emergency Care to reach every family. It cites 37 billion annual losses from accidents and health hazards and urges laypersons to perform prompt care to reduce deaths and injuries.
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No progress in Kellogg strike stalls bargaining
Kellogg Idaho AP contract talks between Bunker Hill Co. and United Steelworkers Local 7854 have stalled as 1,400 workers strike. The company cites a final offer of $1.08 an hour in direct wages and benefits over three years, while the union offers silence on bargaining details.
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Bunker Hill Co
United Steelworkers of America
Tim Bunker
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