Retired UGA art professor dies in house fire

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Retired UGA art professor dies in house fire

Story Published: Aug 26, 2008 at 6:42 AM EST

Story Updated: Aug 26, 2008 at 10:31 AM EST

ATHENS, Ga. (AP) - Athens-Clarke County fire officials said a retired University of Georgia art professor died in a house fire.

Authorities said 66-year-old William ``Bill'' Marriott was discovered in his home early Monday by firefighters. Investigators said Marriott likely died from smoke and soot inhalation.

The fire was reported at about 4:30 a.m. and was ruled an accident. Investigators have not determined how it started.

(Copyright 2008 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)

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