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Newspaper
Bradenton Herald
Location
Bradenton, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1927
Page
2
In Washington reports Gray lifts his balloon to record altitude surpassing two German climbers. The ascent reaches about 2 800 feet, topping last year’s French flyer Cali. The event marks a milestone in high altitude ballooning and reflects rapid aviation progress.
Ten men were injured, some seriously, when the Johnson mine shaft at Dickson City, operated by Scranton Goal, collapsed and dropped 60 feet to the bottom of a 600 foot shaft at 7 o clock this morning. Four men suffered broken legs and others sustained internal injuries.
The Senate passed a bill empowering the State treasurer to revoke licenses of noncompliant insurance adjusters after a lengthy debate. Amendments to weaken the bill were defeated. The session also moved to approve a House bill authorizing the construction of a swimming pool.
A legislative bill authorizes a contract linking the University of Florida with Florida State College for Women and Miami delegation plans. The measure seeks shared facilities and a ceremonial dedication though jurists faced opposition and a house vote approved the proposal.
Refugees stream into Manresa and Markville as 50 life saving crews from Atlantic coast Great Lakes and gulf coast stations search the Big Bend area behind the levees. Over 1300 marooned residents were rescued in two days amid roaring crevasses and repeated warnings.
Football style record notes mixed results with MGRAW clan beating the Reds at White Sox venue while A8 trails Yanks. The report mentions single games, pitching performances, and varied scores across multiple teams in a busy sports page. Also included is a Florida circuit court title quieting suit involving multiple McLean parties and a long property description, with an order of publication.
May 16 at Mineola New York forecasts from the Weather Bureau noted improving but still difficult conditions for three airliners aiming to cross the Atlantic to Paris. Early hope focused on Wednesday morning to provide a chance to take off.
Commander Francesco de Pinedo, Italy’s four continental airman, delayed his flight to Canada until tomorrow due to trouble with his Santa Maria Il seaplane encountered in Chicago. He plans to continue the voyage to Canada as soon as possible.
Homestead did not declare blue Sunday as feared. J H English owner of a motion picture theatre planned to circulate a petition and seek city council action to amend the Sunday closing ordinance. No warrants were issued to merchants under the old state statute despite reports.
President Doumergue of France arrived in Dover for a four day royal visit, accompanied by Foreign Minister Briand. A British destroyer flotilla met his steamer in the channel and escorted it to harbor as Dover Castle saluted. a squadron of planes flew overhead.
Richard Matthews a 14 year old student died from blood poisoning linked to a leg injury suffered while sliding home in an amateur baseball game in Pittsburg. Authorities report the illness developed from the injury and led to the fatal outcome.
Miss Jane Brooks of Englewood New Jersey defeats Miss D M Arbuthnot of Ireland five and three in the first round of the British ladies open golf championship played March 16 in Ireland.
In La Paz Centro near Leon Captain C Bell Buchanan and Private Marvin Jackson were killed in a clash with liberals. Six liberals reportedly died and several Marines were wounded. Another attack on Camp Washington at Chinandega Niucara was repulsed with no casualties reported.
Court issues publication order for a bill in Manatee County Florida requiring defendants to appear by June 15 1977. Notice published weekly in Bea n Herald and mailed to named McLean heirs. Official seal and clerk attest to transcript accuracy.
Stockholders of The R M Johnson Real Estate Investment and Development Company plan to apply to Florida Governor John W. Martisa on May 22, 1927 for an amendment reducing capital stock from $250,000 to $50,960 and changing the name to Belmont Realty Company Inc. This notice is dated May 1, 1927 and signed by President Paul H Snap and Secretary Chas P Gray.
The Manatee County Taxpayers League will convene at 8 o clock Tuesday night at the courthouse. A disannexation bill before the legislature will be read and discussed, and the committee that recently visited Tallahassee will report, per the secretary.
The Kiwanis club will meet at 30 o'clock tomorrow at the Hotel Dixie Grande for its weekly session. A splendid program for the hour is being arranged, it was said today.
A. L. Silknitter will depart tonight via Seaboard Air Line for Harrisburg Pennsylvania to attend the Tall Cedars of Lebanon convention. He expects to be away several days.
Mrs Leon Bourque will depart tonight for Montreal Canada after a stay in Bradenton. Transportation arrangements were made at the town offices of the Atlantic Coast Line.
Last week the Young Business Men's Club absorbed the existing group. All 20 members become charter members of the new Junior Chamber of Commerce which starts with a large membership. The Junior trade body will meet the first Monday in June at the Dixie Grande at eight o'clock.
Kiwanis club members will inspect the Crescent Poultry farm in the southern city section after their meeting at the Dime Grande tomorrow noon. Owner C. E. Corrigan will personally guide the tour of the big plant. Members are requested to bring cars and plan a shortened luncheon.
Deputy Sheriff Steve Bennett reports Homer Hubbard is wanted on a charge of obtaining food and lodging with intent to defraud in the city. The case involves alleged theft of services and calls for lawful proceedings.
Quebec voters go to polls to choose the seventeenth provincial assembly. Premier L. A. Taschereau leads the Liberal slate amid routine term completion and a largely unopposed field including Taschereau and eleven supporters.
A large blaze in Saint Lucia Windward Islands destroyed seventeen blocks of business and home premises early last night. Damage is placed at 1.5 million dollars with 300,000 dollars in the firm figure. Two people were injured.
The Manate chamber of commerce will meet Tuesday night at eight o'clock. Local business leaders are expected to attend this briefing session.
Sir William Joyneon Hicks stated that information from the secretary of war suggests an official document was or had been in possession on the premises of Arcos Ltd service control. Police had seized papers bearing on the matter and examinations continued. Labor MPs left the House in protest as Baldwin moved a 16 day limit on debate for the trades union bill. Population data note rising bachelor counts in France from 1020 to 1926.
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