Witnesses tell of Hilton crash as jet plows into rooms
An Illinois high school senior describes the Delta Airlines jet crashing into the Hilton Inn in New Orleans, killing 18 people including nine girls from Ridgely Central High. She recalls passengers fleeing, flames, and a rescue effort as bystanders and hotel staff helped others exit amid explosions and chaos.
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Victims' Hometown Quiet in Its Grieving
In Juda Wisconsin a small farming town of 300 people grieves after a plane crash killed nine senior class members and left seven girls as survivors. The high school seniors had left Monday for a six day tour to New Orleans and Biloxi with a stop in Illinois. the community recalls the loss as they gather with quiet, hushed tones. The Rev. Melvin J Nickel counseled residents saying it is a cross they must bear while recalling the students as their children.
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Big Art Fraud Ring Probed in Southland
Los Angeles authorities probe an art fraud ring active since 1964 that allegedly bilked Northern California collectors and institutions of over 1 million dollars, with a single transaction reportedly yielding 750000. Deputy AG Charles A. O'Brien cited victims' reluctance to come forward as hampering the probe.
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Fullerton Tax Expert Accused of Bribery and Perjury
Alameda County grand jury indicted Fullerton tax consultant O W Brothers on 14 counts of perjury and one count of bribery after testimony by former County Assessor Donald E Feragen. Brothers allegedly signed false tax returns for 16 firms from California to New York and paid Feragen 5000 dollars to steer the returns to a staff member. Bail set at 16500 dollars by Superior Court Judge Redmond C Staats.
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