British Airmen Set Record Cross Atlantic Feat
A report credits Captain Alcock and Lieutenant Brown with the first nonstop Atlantic crossing by air. Their feat followed earlier seaplane attempts by American naval officers in NC-4, with a May 18 to May 27 voyage via Newfoundland to Lisbon. Hawker and Grieve also crossed part of the Atlantic, aided by rescue at sea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alcock
Brown
Atlantic
Great Britain
Amercan
Seapta
Marty G. Hawker
Mackenzie Grieve
Ireland
Hawker
London Daily Mail
Tutte
Ayers
Newfoundland
Horta
Alcock Describes Terrible Journey In Transatlantic Flight
London June 15. Alcock and Lieutenant Brown recount a perilous voyage marked by dense fogs, frozen sleet, and near 300 feet sea clearance. They endured long hours without sight of sun or stars, but landed near Galway and Eastalls land Tarbour land, barely recognizing their position. They drank coffee and ate sandwiches, noting the flight proves long distance air travel is feasible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Brown
Newfoundland
Galway
Eastalls
Tarbour
Lifden
Alcock
It Should Be Done Not With an Or Seaplane
A report describes using boats rather than a seaplane and notes ample reserve fuel remaining. The narrator expresses disappointment at a machine ending up damaged as it sank into a bog, later tipping onto its side from a higher perspective of a field-like bog.
Atlantic Flight Feat Sparks New Attempt by Pilots
London reports that airmen here will try to emulate Capitan Alcock and Lieut Brown after their Atlantic crossing. The London Daily Mail offers a 50000 prize for a first nonstop crossing, and rival crews gather to contest the speedy voyage as central news notes praise the historic feat and Alcock’s achievement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic
Jack Alcock
Arthur Whitten Brown
London Daily Mail
Ocean
Hawke
London
Newfoundland
Central News
Alcock
Winnipeg Storm Unroofed Buildings and Damaged Wires
A severe wind swept Winnipeg yesterday injuring thousands slightly including D. MacPherson. St John’s Technical School lost its roof along with several buildings. Plate glass fronts shattered and wires toppled. billboards and safety islands were uprooted. Railroad schedules disrupted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. MacPherson
St. John's
Connect Islands by Telephone Demonstration
Honolulu reports a telecommunication project linking islands via an inter island wireless system. The system, operated by a major company, envisions marine cable replacements and new wiring approaches. Mexican authorities may apply modern routing concepts as demonstrations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Honolulu
Kovernaire
Evolution of the Seaplane Advances in Navy Design
Navy aviation plans outline gradual seaplane evolution with flotillas and mother ships, exploring British dirigible training, American Zeppelin development, and powered lift improvements. Topics cover engine speed, propeller matching, NC seaplane sea keeping, and monoplane flying boats in early 20th century wartime research.
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Flotilas
Swift
Navy Department
Congress
Daniels
General Board
Plana
Inaugurate New Highway From Geyser to Glacier
A circular note announces the formal inauguration of the Geyser to Glacier automobile trail on July 2 with a trial run of the highway. It invites public travel from park to park at reduced cost and highlights a national parks tour from July 2 to July 10. The event features prominent figures and a Pathé Moving Picture tour. Maj. Nichols and May Woodsil invite interested parties to join from Yellowstone or Helena Commercial Club.
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Ree
United State
National Parks
Mont
Mammoth
Lledt
Hutt
Phos
Tutt
National
Tment
Washington
Rs Partontana
Maj. Nichols
Yellowstone Park
St May Woodsil
Helens Commercial Elu
Northwestern University Names New President Amid Pacifist Debate
Dr Lynn Harold Hough became Northwestern University’s new president and soon lectured against pacifism. He urged preparedness and framed the issues and potential allies as World War I tensions rose in 1914.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynn Harold Hough
Northwestern Univsity
Erzinst
Fourth of July Parade Flags Urged Amid Frenzy
Anaconda News Now reports a July Fourth celebration plan with patriotism emphasized, urging residents to secure flags for the parade. Officials warn against idleness on sidewalks during the event and call for organized committee meetings to finalize reports and parade details amid a push for a large, memorable celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anaconda News
Han
Tina
Funds for Irish Freedom Rally Continues With Large Donations
The canvass for funds for the freedom of Ireland under the Friends of Ireland continues as reports show substantial contributions. Notable gifts include $100 from A O L Mahoney and the Phil Sheridan club, with many donors such as Don Shea $25 John Murphy $25 Michael McGuire $35 James Duffy $19 and others giving varied amounts, helping sustain the fundraising drive.
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Freedom of Ireland
Friends of Ireland
M. Mahoney
Phil Sheridan
Don Shea
John D. Murphy
Michael McGuire
James Duffy
John Murphy
Blak Keuane
Joh James
Tee Nally
Allen Reardon
Patrick
J. Wood
A. Js. W. Gallagher
Finn’ Bros
John Ostra
Mike Mogus
de Agustinilli
Mike Kord
Agnes Devine
Pr We 'Keutiner
Fred J. Hennie
James J. McGuire
Mr. Dowdel
TF Riley
T. ¥. Miley
Pat It
McDermott & Danielson
M.L. McDermott
M. Wheenan
Pdvey
Smith Drug Co
Artic
J. HM. Noonan
Joseph Lepk
Mark BR. King
Jack Mamines White
E. B. Rai ‘Mpurrow
J. A. Hasley
Dr. Willits
Charies
Duval Hardware Co
Patsey Finnegan
EP. Brogan
Patrick Conlon
Patrick Brenna
B. Piyula
Pat Dalton
Patrick Vaughan
Thomas Woods
Martin McLoughlin
Mark Walsh
Wi Peter McBride
Jack Black
T. A. McGuire
W. J. Alaan
Jerry Moriarity
Thomas Rafferty
John McCarren
Ambrose Dunleavy
James Lucy
Owen Jones
J's. Toner
John Poyovich
John ‘Tracey
Fr. Mune
Igthomas P.” McMahon
Untitled listing from Montana paper names multiple figures
A fragment from Montana lists individuals including F Kruger of Minneapolis Gibbons and George W Joe Jones of Butte plus Me Ik Khook of Seattle and Butte figures, indicating a cross city roster or event reference. The text is fragmented with no clear context or action.
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Montana
F. Kruger
Minneapolis
Gibbons
Butte
George W. Joe Jones
Me. Ik. Khook
Seattle
Hidden Lake Mining stockholders meet to elect officers
The regular annual meeting of the stockholders of Hidden Lake Mining company will be held at J W James office on Friday June 20 1919 at 6 p m for the election of officers for the ensuing year and for the transaction of any other business that may come before said meeting Four 4 room houses Vast Bark 4000 Kelly Tuchscherer phone 106.
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Hidden Lake Mining Company
J W. James
Sild
West Com
Kelly Tuchscherer
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Mexico City
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St John's
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St. John’s
Otors
SOULD
Kong
Pointe
Northwestern
Gnoxe
Genenda
Funds For
Patton
B. D. Mahan
East
Commercial Avenue
Anaconda, Mont
Eastman Kodaks
Velox
Eastman N.C. Films
Man’ Velox
Palna
City Drug CO
Main Street
Anaconda
Alooney
Patrick Green
J. le Chrystal
Durkin James
Miles Finnegan
Duntenvey
Margaret Sohn
Pat Brady
RS Burke Ushenry
Mhkog Leed
Briua
Mexico
ALC ‘Cumming
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Department
Fyo-Roe Bisth
Aid’ Abor Aif
James H. Mure
R. B. Lewis
Stouemagel & Sanderson
R B. Abbott Co
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