Naval seaplane crash ends with all crew saved
A large naval seaplane ditched in the ocean following a landing on the water. Explosion occurred before the craft burned, but all crew members were rescued by nearby vessels.
21 Jun 1921
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Newspaper
Barre Daily Times
Location
Barre, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1921
Page
1
A large naval seaplane ditched in the ocean following a landing on the water. Explosion occurred before the craft burned, but all crew members were rescued by nearby vessels.
Reports from Washington and Newport News describe a navy seaplane of the NC type falling into Hampton Roads during a practice flight. All ten crew members were rescued uninjured, though observers noted two heavy explosions as the machine plunged into the water. A naval inquiry will investigate the incident.
Washington reports U.S. bombers sank a German U-boat after intense aerial action near Point Comfort. The engagement involved patrol squadrons concentrating forces and the enemy sub's crew being captured or destroyed.
Police women with tape needles and thread survey Chicago streets for beach fashion conformity. Hundreds of “vamps” line Sheridan Road each morning to smile their way into loop bound business cars, causing traffic slowdowns. Captain McCarthy assigns escorted patrols in civilian clothing to route cars to the police station for safety checks while observers watch from planes and ships including Henderson and other naval craft.
Starr Mathews arrives to supervise the Vermont State Trapshooting Association event at Curtis Park Berlin. The meet features a five man state team for the first zone contest in New Haven Connecticut with champions from Delaware New York Ontario and beyond. Mrs Toots Randall of Lima Ohio draws attention as a noted shooter and vacationing actress.
Jamas Francis Bernard fourth Earl of Bandon was abducted today from Bantry County Cork by armed men. His home Castle Bernard was set on fire as guards and servants were locked in a room. The Earl, king's lieutenant since 1874, is aged about TL and heads a vast estate of around 41000 acres.
King George and Queen Mary will sail this evening to Belfast to preside at the northern Ireland state opening. Security is tight with roofs forbidden and police inspecting power systems as Britain faces protests amid the planned levee at Ulster Hall where honors will be conferred.
Sulgrave Northamptonshire hosts a ceremonial rededication of Sulgrave Manor, ancestral Washington home, after a restoration costing fifty thousand pounds. London dignitaries and lord mayors from Birmingham, Northampton, Banbury attend in full civic robes as the event honors ties between Britain and the United States with American and British supporters.
Chicago June 31 The United States railroad labor board upheld unions claim that Pullman Company violated the transportation act by holding plant meetings with nonunion attendees. The board denied the company request to curb shop employees and ordered renewed talks with elected employee representatives. The ruling delays potential wage reductions for shop crafts and clerks at the Pullman works.
Geneva June 21 The League of Nations invitation to the United States for the white slave conference in July has gone astray between Geneva offices and Washington. A registered Swiss postal receipt exists, but the letter never reached Washington. Controversial hearings on protests by Alma regarding Grenk and Jugn Slavic encroachments on the frontiers of that country continued by the council of the league executive section today.
A New York clerk born in year old is charged with stealing from Sakonoe. He dreamed of fame, resigned after missed figures, bought two violins for 2700, studied with a renowned teacher, hired a hall for a concert, and debuted before two detectives and a bank official before being arrested as his fortunes dwindled.
Nuffalo June 21 three persons were wounded when Frank Fisher a farmer opened fire along Oakfield's main street for an hour before being overpowered and captured He had recently been released from an insane asylum notes indicate.
Clarence Williams, a colored man from Stockbridge, was arrested in the suspected murder of Louis Decker. The hearing began as eleven witnesses were sworn, with Williams pleading not guilty. The case hinges on alleged involvement at a drunken residence in Stockbridge.
A mining incident at Westphalia leads to heavy casualties with many workers injured and teams deployed to aid. Officials reported seventy seven injuries as rescue operations continued among the mine facilities and surrounding areas.
William Kons a quarryman pleaded guilty in municipal court to breach of the peace and intoxication arising from a Sunday incident near the Washburn residence. He paid a fine plus restitution totaling 20 dollars for damage including a broken screen door glass and spoiling a flower bed. A neighbor Myron A Havey received a black eye during the altercation. Judge Arthur C Witham presided, State's Attorney G C Howland prosecuted.
Hanover N H June 21 Eight honorary degrees were conferred at Dartmouth college annual commencement. Graduating class numbered more than 250. Recipients included Thomas Edward Finegan Harrisburg Pa superintendent of public instruction Arthur Lord Frymouth Mi member of Pilgrim Tercentenary Commission Ellery Boston editor Atlantic Monthly Henry Paul Talbot Cambridge Mags professor of chemistry and dean at MIT William Willard Flint 71 Concord NH teacher at St Pauls school.
At Middlebury College commencement dinner the class of 1871 announced a 100000 gift toward the 750000 endowment fund. Attendees included Hon A Barton Hepburn Dr Francis By Rowe Dr Andrew E Clark and Francie M Peck. A poem by Mr Peck was read and Dr Kellogg was remembered with a portrait unveiled by Miss Susan Parker, gifted by his son Frederick Kellogg.
David E. Hunter of Boston surrendered to Kankakee police and signed an affidavit confessing a New York restaurant company’s 2275 dollar robbery. He named a trusted employee and claimed a friend helped with his release from Leavenworth after an Army captain killing.
In Atlanta Georgia June 21, John 8 Williams and his three sons Marvin Huland and Uae are tied to a peonage law violation investigation following a recent conviction. The report notes ongoing concerns about the father's actions and potential involvement of his sons.
Nine east mines have reopened and many miners reported for work in the Paden area. The chaotic industrial situation continues with threats and wage disputes. overall activity shows reactivation of mines despite ongoing labor tensions.
Attorney General Allen accuses Daniel Coakley and William Corcoran of conspiring with Middlesex District Attorney Tufts to extract money from men facing indictments. Specified in 1917 and 1920 schemes, funds allegedly labeled as expenses were paid into county treasury. Coakley denies knowledge, while Tufts faces removal proceedings.
William Proctor of the state police testified at the Sacco and Vanzetti trial that the .32 caliber automatic pistol found on Sacco matches the weapon that killed Alessandro Berardelli. He described examining shells and pistols, including the weapon found on Sacco and a nickel revolver taken from Vanzetti, after an experiment with fellow officers.
In St Andrews Scotland a new record was set as crowds cheered. The event involved participants from Atlantic City and notable figures including My Ghereme teal Mackrry.
Three Barre boys set out from Barre to St Johnsbury seeking summer jobs. They traveled by car and on foot through Lisbon Littleton Bethlehem and Bretton Woods visiting hotels and White Mountains then Portland Providence Manchester Franklin and finally Barre. They covered about 600 miles with under 20 miles walked and endured cold feet while seeking employment.
Miss Marjorie Wheeler formerly of Barre and Algot Knutson of Greenfield were married at the bride’s brother Bert Wheeler’s home. Rev Farris C Beebe officiated with single ring service. After a brief wedding trip the couple will reside in Greenfield with a reception in Barre.
A string of automobile incidents reported to the secretary of state office details drivers hit by trains, derailments, and collisions. Among those named are Mrs. Jot Tiobiey in a Wagen with two children, Ot Haire and Walter Tuttle noting crashes near Greemshera and Hardwick, and William Ceayer in Berlin. Several cases involve injuries, vehicle damage, and discipline or license implications for up to 15 drivers amid ongoing investigations and a 60 day period.
A bottle message allegedly by Henry Bates of Vesuvo? Maine claims the Bath schooner Carroll A Deering crew was captured by an oil burning craft and the crew restrained aboard. Investigations by the commerce department and coast guard seek the fate of 12 sailors, amid theories linking the Hewitt disappearance nearby.
Washington June 2 The government has launched a global hunt for the Carroll A. Deering crew. The Bath Maine schooner ran aground on a North Carolina beach last January with all sails set and no signs of life. The state department has ordered the effort through American consuls to locate surviving crew members or clues.
Capital stock 300000 for O Taylor and company of Burlington with signs signed by Taylor Epdrick and others. The Bradford Memorial Park Association filed articles to manage Bradford village with Lane workers signed by Harry E Kent J H Stillwell and A Neal. The First Church organized to conduct worship at Belvidere Center filed articles with no capital stock. signatures include Paul Thatcher Mary Potter and others.
Springfield March 21 Mayor of ten cities Pitts Notts Adams Northany Westfield and this city attended the sixth annual reunion of the Massachusetts regiment today marking the seventh anniversary of the unit being mustered into U S service at Hamden park. Present were veterans from western counties who fought in many Civil War battles.
June 21 Wachusett Shoe Company seeks bankruptcy under four conditions. Petitioners include Jacob Madian Arnest Middleton and Patrick Ondem of Havertill and Richard Frakes of Boston. Filing notes involve He and H Shoe form Jane.
A garbled note references Talk of the Town and Open Mike with mentions of Chief Jobe Beary and a patty beer of the death. The fragment hints at police or community concerns but lacks clear actions, places, dates, or names to confirm a full incident.
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