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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1966
Page
4
A fire at the Delaware State Hospital complex in Wilmington wrecked one building as 268 mental patients were evacuated safely. Superintendent Dr. John B E Smith called the blaze "an inferno" and the unit was slated for demolition. Damage was estimated at 250000 dollars.
Zermatt Switzerland earns global recognition as a premier hub for mountaineering activity. The town hosts climbers from around the world drawn by iconic peaks and alpine routes. Local guides and services report steady visitor interest and mountain sport culture.
In Washington the Senate clashed over a rider to call thousands of young military reservists exempt from combat in Vietnam. Sen. Russell defended equality of service while Sen. Ervin warned lifting individuals could reduce unit effectiveness. Russell noted McNamara and Johnson opposed mobilizing entire reserves. He warned of losing local leaders if guard units were called.
Charles I. Platt, U S commissioner in Junction City Kansas, said he will notify Federal Judge Arthur Stanley in Kansas City that he will not seek a new four year term. Platt, appointed in 1962, cites pressure of his law practice as the reason. his term ends August 31.
A dagger and confession note were found at Stockport police station. The note threatens to strike again and names victims Marjorie Hill and John Crossland, with police confirming the dagger matches Crossland’s murder weapon.
John Duddy, 37, a tattooed Scotsman, was captured in Glasgow in the case linked to the killings of three London detectives outside Wormwood Scrubs Prison. One suspect remains at large as Harry Roberts, 30, is still sought. Police called the men vicious and dangerous and warned the public to be vigilant. John Witney, 36, has been arraigned in connection with the shootings.
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