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Crisis Keynotes

73-74

Through satellite transmissions, ra-
dio, and newspaper, the tumultuous
years of 73-74 spread themselves
into the history books of time.

Watergate exposed political corrup-
tion and opened discussions of pres-
idential impeachment. Watergate
left a wake of casualties including
former Vice-President Spiro Agnew.
73 brought new hopes, however, in
the realm of world peace. Dr. Henry
Kissinger, the U.S. emissary of
peace, was successful in negotia-
tions for understanding between
countries and the world paused a
moment to watch a lovely princess
marry a commoner.
The nagging fear of gas rationing,
energy crises, and polution continue
on into 74. The challenge remains-
Be involved and care.

11 Lake City's countryside shows the ravages
of carelessness and lack of concern.
21 President Nixon assures the American
public, "I will not resign."
3/ Vice-President Agnew resigned in the
wake of Watergate investigations.
4/ The Royal weddings of the decade touches
the sentiments of the world.
51 Skylab 3 rocket is raised into position for
the historic journey in space.
6/ U.S. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger
joins the Saudi Arabian foreign minister in
working on oil allowance for the world.