| Source | Chicago Sun-Times |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Sept. 9, 2026, 7:01 a.m. |
| Last Updated | Sept. 9, 2026, 7:01 a.m. |
| Original URL | https://chicago.suntimes.com/chicago-history/2026/09/09/why-one-chicago-motel-encouraged-guests-to-smash-stuff-in-the-1960s |
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