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NEWS SUMMARY THE PRESIDENT HAS SEEN December 14, 1972 (Wed. nets, wires, columns) The major stories of the day: - HAK's return to DC, apparently w/out a peace agreement, led all nets as reports of general pessimism dominate Thieu demand that GVN be assured sovereignty over all land held at war's start seen as key obstacle. This would mean NVA in South would be there illegally if they stayed. NBC/CBS noted this was expected to be last session, but said Chancellor, it seems clear that peace is not now at hand. Kalb said NVN suggests failure in reaching accord. "Optimism of recent past has evaporated, 11 said Valeriani. Jarriel said chances for any POWs by Xmas are rapidly slipping away. HAK on film on all nets on plans for staying in touch w/Tho. Possibility of more talks is seen by observers. US cautions against undue pessimism, said Kalb, but does nothing to relieve it. Film on all nets as Margaret said "every little bit takes its toll" and she concedes HST is weaker and her optimism has lessened. Chance of recovery is "extremely tenuous, 11 said NBC of the ex-Pres. whose condition has worsened w/failure to respond as well as before and his semiconscious state. He has lost ground, if anything, said CBS. - Live footage and film on all nets from Apollo 17 as Cernan and Schmitt engage in what may be last moon walk of 20th C. Very positive assessments of mission thus far, and said NBC, if things continue to go as they are, trip will have been almost perfect. Scientists at NASA and elsewhere remain elated over discovery of the orange soil -- could be the last gaseous gasp of moon's volcanic formation. ABC film of FDA's negative view toward diet pills; noted by other nets as well and all noted FDA call for tightening up on use of Vitamins A and D All nets noted what CBS called good news for tourists as an international air fare war will begin on Feb. 1 on trips to Europe and will last til at least summer. Noted by all nets was Miller's slight lead over Boyle w/25% of vote in. The challenger claims victory is likely due to much reduced support for Boyle in his past strongholds.