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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1908
Page
5
Charles Oliver Jones, famed Stroebel Airship Company demonstrator, perished after the Boomerang airship exploded mid descent at the Central Maine State Fair. The craft failed to reach the ground safely after a dramatic fireball followed attempts to correct a leaking cold gas bag.
Labor Day parade plans move toward completion with Chief Marshal Maloney setting start at 10 am and formations before the hour. The route mirrors last year through Copley Square and Park Square, with headquarters at the public library and Wells Memorial building for unions including Bricklayers 3 and Journeymen Barbers Union 82.
Charles Oliver Jones, killed at Waterville, Me., today, was numbered among a group of workers known as the June Bugs in Hammondport.
The article highlights Jones, a Cincinnati native now in New York, as a leading aerial navigation pioneer. He helped develop the June Bug, a successful heavier than air craft, achieving 30 mph against wind and earning the Scientific American trophy. Lake Keuka experiments drew seven scientists and Bell's circle collaborated on ship designs. Jones planned to join Lieutenant Selfridge at a Nova Scotia station to advance a new aeroplane.
News from Waterville Maine confirms the death of aeronaut Charles O Jones following a 600 foot fall from his dirigible balloon during exhibitions near New York. He had survived prior hazards including a Hudson River plunge and a landing on charged feed wires, continuing performances despite warnings from friends.
Sunday meetings at 1160 Washington and 1095 Tremont street prepare regalia for the Labor Day parade. Electrical Workers Union 103 votes on a bylaws amendment at the next meeting September 9. Five new members join, two reinstated, and travel matter with Brockton local 223 slated for September 8. Edward N. Kelley elected Boston Wood, Wire and Metal Lathers 72 delegate with Thomas Keough alternate. Pattern Makers arrange Randolph Grove outing at Sena. Hardwood Finishers 109 hear George M. Gunther. delegates sent to Central Labor.
The General Demand for a safe family laxative is met by the California Fig Syrup Co product. It combines Syrup of Figs with Elixir of Senna, marketed as wholesome, gentle, and effective. Sold by leading druggists at fifty cents per bottle.
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