Fugitive James Earl Ray recaptured after seven hours
James Earl Ray, confessed assassin of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., was run down by bloodhounds and captured by a posse near a gold mining camp. Donald Ray Caylor surrenders four hours later, while Douglas Shelton remains at large. Ray, 49, is in the infirmary after a brief examination and expected to be back behind bars.
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Escape chronology of Brushy Mountain prison breakout
A UPI timeline details the 1967 Brushy Mountain escape of James Earl Ray and five others. Luke Thomas units report diversions, ladders, and wall scaling then successive captures near the prison in Tennessee including Jerry Ward and David Lee Powell. Ray was captured near Devonia after days on the run with prison officials present.
Kennebunk prepares measles immunization drive
Health officials report 12 measles cases among Kennebunk elementary students. A town wide immunization program begins Wednesday with clinics at Christ Church on Dane Street from 1 to 4 pm. Public nurse Margolis notes cases are unusual and urges vaccination for all eligible children.
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House panel chairman relieved no bloodshed
WASHINGTON UPI The chairman of the House subcommittee investigating the MLK assassination said he was extremely happy and relieved at the capture without bloodshed of James Earl Ray. Walter Fauntroy noted no outside accomplices and pushed to resume questioning Ray to pursue clues about a possible conspiracy and the prison escape. The full committee planned a meeting to review the circumstances and any leads.
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Almanac for June 13 1977 Highlighting History
On this date June 13 in history events include 1877 Russo Turkish War start, 1935 Jim Braddock defeated Max Baer to claim heavyweight title, 1944 Germany deployed buzz bomb over England, and 1973 Nixon froze prices for 60 days. Famed Army Gen Winfield Scott born 1786. Moon phase approaching new. planets visible Mercury Venus Mars in morning, Saturn in evening. Gemini birthdays noted.
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No solitary reason cited for Ray escape in Tenn
Gov. Ray Blanton says laxity by Brushy Mountain officials may have contributed to James Earl Ray’s escape but cites a federal court order against solitary confinement as a major factor. Ray was recaptured near the prison at 2 a.m. after two earlier escapes. Blanton notes he lauds action taken after the escape and questions a possible conspiracy, given Ray’s notoriety and inconsistent statements to press and investigators.
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Seabrook Nuclear Plant Nod Reported by Carter Admin
The Carter administration tentatively approves Seabrook New Hampshire nuclear plant and its plan to discharge 1.2 billion gallons of heated water daily. Environmental protests led to over 1,000 arrests, and EPA official Douglas Castle signaled a final decision while delaying formal announcement to review the record.
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Seabrook cooling system approval draws mixed reactions
Concord based reports say the $2 billion Seabrook nuclear plant may continue with cooling system approval. SAPL lawyer Robert Backus says the ruling is a disappointment and may lead to an appeal. Public Service Co. of New Hampshire spokesman Norman Cullerot notes nationwide significance due to EPA permit needs.
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Coincidences in Ray prison escape fuel conspiracy talk
Petros Tennessee report notes coincidences surrounding the 1968 Brushy Mountain State Prison escape of James Earl Ray and five other inmates. The article cites communications gaps and coordination issues as fueling speculation of a broader conspiracy. More details on page 6.
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