Death of Jail Escape Ringleader Found In Penitentiary Cell
Donald Routhier, named as apparent ringleader in a June 27 jail escape attempt, was found hanged in his penitentiary cell after six to nine hours. Coroner set death between midnight and 3 a.m. with discovery at 8:55 a.m. Guards were suspended as investigation continues. County Atty Lahners and official Vitek caution no clear personal crisis link. prosecution of others remains unchanged.
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Ronald Lahners
Lahners
Vitek
Routhier
Sheriff's Office delays death notice in Routhier case goof noted
A county official called the delay in announcing Donald Routhier's death a goof. Deputy Delton Zieman cited the 36 hour withholding and said he will interview Sgt. Stephen Gates about the late release. Routhier, Niagara Falls, N.Y., inmate tied to a jail escape, died in a penitentary cell.
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Routhier
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Sheriff's Office
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Wisconsin congressman criticized Eppley Cancer Institute in Omaha
Associate director Dr. Phillip Issenberg says Rep. David Obey’s release of GAO audit concerns is politically motivated. He notes renewal of a $3.2 million NCI contract has been extended and funding for $237,000 in renovations may be delayed while questions on accounting are resolved.
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Eppley Cancer Institute
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National Cancer Advisory Board
Sears Shoppers Delayed Calculator and Typewriter Shipment
Sears apologizes for delays in transit of calculator and typewriter pictured in July Savings Fair supplement. Inconvenience caused is regretted as shipment remains in transit.
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