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NBC Evening News for Tuesday, May 13, 1969
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(Studio) Supreme Court Justice Abe Fortas quiet; cancels New Hampshire judicial conf Senator Sam Ervin cautions against impeachment, saying he'd have to be charged with actual violations. Strong backer of Fortas for Chief Justice, Senator Joseph Tydings calls for Fortas resignation.
REPORTER: Chet Huntley

(DC) [TYDINGS - says Fortas situation deteriorated beyond recall. Fortas should resign.]
REPORTER: Chet Huntley

Reporter(s):
Huntley, Chet
Duration:
00:01:20

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