Picket Line Supports Johnson at White House Switch
Washington AP report notes LBJ supporters from American, Georgetown, and George Washington universities picketed the White House on Friday. A Tennessee student said demonstrators back Johnson’s Vietnam policy while some passersby shouted insults. About 25 to 30 demonstrators, plus visitors from three D C universities, joined the line.
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Fire doors tied to tragedy in Meriden blaze
State Fire Marshal reports doors kept open in Heritage House Annex allowed heat and smoke to spread through corridors and upper floors of the four story Meriden building, contributing to five fatalities by asphyxiation. Fire officials note proper self closing fire doors and closed interior stair enclosures are essential for life safety.
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Sports Editor Named for New Britain Herald
John G. Wentworth named sports editor of the New Britain Herald. He succeeds Jerry Crean who retires after 47 years with the paper and 15 years as sports editor. Wentworth, the current assistant, joined the Herald in 1954.
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