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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1919
Page
7
The British flyers Hawker and Raynham race to cross the Atlantic from Newfoundland in rival craft. Weather fog and seas force postponement though both crews assess aircraft, equipment, and survival plans as Hawker orders a flight setup while Raynham advances his Martinsyde.
An old advertisement touts Dr F M Edwards Olive Tablets as a liver and bowel aid. It claims the olive colored tablets normalize digestion, remove waste, and improve complexion. It targets men and women, noting 10c and 25c per box and availability from druggists.
A tabloid history recounting the role of the 26th Division will appear in the Boston Sunday Post's big sou venir section next week. It highlights New England fighters in World War I and their part in the victory.
From St Johns Mount Pearl and Pleasantville two rival air crews prepare for an Atlantic crossing in a Sopwith and a Martinsyde. Hawker Grieve and Morgan Raynham push to fly as fog rain and seas delay the attempt with the machine carrying 360 gallons of petrol and life-saving gear.
Glenn Curtiss announces a flying boat capable of crossing the Atlantic in 24 hours with a two ton load. The NC boats set the stage. the new craft to use four 400 horsepower Curtiss K 12 motors, three crew, and operational safety features for emergency power. Aviation training mentions M. Fokker and Plattsburg Camp in a summer program with Curtiss aircraft practice flights for cadets.
Limerick residents gathered at the air drome to see Aviator Woods machine, but instrument tests delayed its Atlantic crossing. The setback complicates military admin as martial law begins Monday with 40,000 passes needed. crowds await clearance amid heightened police precautions.
London April 18 Wireless operators on merchant vessels threaten to strike next Wednesday unless wage demands are met. A stoppage could hamper the proposed transatlantic flight which plans wireless links between fliers and ships at sea if possible.
The Middlesex and Boston street railway began regular one man car service from Lexington Centre to Central Square, Waltham. The opening trip left at 7 30 a m and arrived at 7 55 a m on time with 19 passengers, and Miss BE L Smith of Lexington was the first fare paying rider.
Bishop Lawrence confirmed a class of 86 at All Saints Episcopal Church Dorchester last night with 50 children. In his sermon he urged loyalty and courage as chief requirements for a soldier of the church.
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