Montreal Hotel Fire Ravages Historic Inn
A roaring five hour blaze gutted a Montreal hotel noted as a stopping place for visiting royalty and statesmen. Firemen rescued about 30 people quickly and prevented loss of life though over four dozen were injured by smoke and flying glass. Firefighters intensified efforts amid smoke, water torrents, and a heavy snowstorm, flooding the fourth floor to halt spread. the south wing, the oldest section dating to 1878, suffered major damage while 270 guests and hotel staff were accounted for.
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Hiroshima Raider Freed In Robbery Trial
ABILENE Texas former Air Force major Claude Eatherly, tied to the Hiroshima raid, was found not guilty by reason of insanity in a robbery case. A VA psychiatrist testified guilt contributed to his condition, noting improvement since 1986 and potential for adequate adjustment if stability continues. Alvin Crews received two years in jail on related charges.
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Claude Eatherly
Alvin D. Crews
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Joe Estes
Eatherly
Roy Lee Montooth
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Hiroshima
Robert P. McElroy
Phoenicians Vote On Controversial School Bond Measure
Voters in the Phoenix High Schools and College District confronted a $1,262,900 bond proposal to purchase a site for a new east Phoenix high school, expand Central and Carl Hayden, and fund classroom supplies and equipment, amid charges of a blank check for the school board.
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East Phoenix High School
Central
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