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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1927

Page

7

Fliers Given Ovation In Little German Town

Clarence D. Chamberlin and Charles A. Levine received an ovation in Cottbus Germany after forced landing. A town band serenaded them as they rested before repairs to their plane. Officials planned honorary citizenship and a formal welcome tomorrow.

Chamberlin Levine Cottsus Germany Clarence D. Chamberlin Charles A. Levina Hellance Golumbia Cottbus Httie Brandenburg Wight Berlin Klings le Bourget Modbergh Croydon Blur Dionds

Chamberlin Surpasses Lindbergh Flight Distance Record

The Geological Survey measured 3 005 miles from Roosevelt Field to Eiselbex Germany for Chamberlin and Levine and 3 510 miles for Lindbergh. The calculation was requested by Carl F Schory secretary of the national aeronautical association.

Washington Chamberlin and Levine Geological Survey Roosevelt Field Eiselbex Germany Carl F. Schory National Aerotactical Association

Flood crest Hits Mississippi and New Orleans

Crested flood waters advance through the Mississippi River valley with reports of rising levels in the lower basin and threats to Atchafalaya and surrounding regions. Arkansas streams recede while relief efforts monitor ongoing conditions in Louisiana and nearby areas.

Orleans Wigsissippi Taney Aarneths Hs Atchafalaya Tiver

Pilot's Hometown Holds Denison Celebration for Chamberlin

Denison Iowa marks a three day tribute to aviator Chamberlin born here after his Germany flight. Festivities begin with a Barton Ida Grove bench concert, include a parade featuring a puggy sign reading Chink's trea¢ Fide and a line of parade devices. Elen Kimball hails Chamberlin's flight as paving commercial US Europe aviation. Chamberlin Day set for October as Mr and Mrs E B Chamberlin join in from Omaha to attend.

Denison Iowa Cisrenes Chamberlin Charles Ievine Histeven Germany Chamberlin Barton Ida Grove N.terger Elen Kimball Champerlin United States Europe Cremperlin BE. Chamberlin Omaha Associated Press

Second arrest in Livermore jewel robbery case

A second arrest was made in the 983000 jewel theft at the Long Island home of Jesse L. Livermore. Police announced Arthur Gibson and Arthur Barry conspired, and another man was arrested at Lake Fork Station, though the prisoner's name was not released.

New York Long Island Jesse L. Livermore Arthur G. Gibson Biss Arthur Barry Lake Mkoma Station Wee

Lilliputian meals mark New York Cotbus flight record

Chamberlin and Levine report a record New York to Cotbus flight with rationed lunches. Chamberlin says two sandwiches caused stomach ache while four oranges and a half portion of etcetera were tolerable. Levine ate little, drinking coffee from a thermos and listing no appetite.

Chamberlin

American fliers land near Cottbus after forced stop

After a 44 hour flight from New York to Paris record, Charles Lindbergh era pilots Charles Chamberlin and Levine crash propeller in swamp near Cottbus Germany. They rest as guests of the town, sign the golden book, and plan repairs to resume toward Berlin. Local officials host a banquet while awaiting a new propeller and a rescue plane to continue toward Berlin. Their reception sparks festival preparations and high local excitement.

Cottbus Krew Berlin Berdin DaWitt C. Poole Joan Chambertin Foote Air League Columbis Chamberlin Levine Sarth Sofroulins Lindbergh Memphis Cherbourg Leys New York Felsta Eishlben Germany Cotteue Elaleben Lindbereh Paris Foole Bar- Kin Flest Horem Jepple Pools Ark Brandenburg Repaira Coud Universal Service Derlin Lokal Anrolger Flers Serlin Omer Ansorge Cattbus Bert Lufthansa Hotel Ansorge Hôtel Ausorge Coomberlin Leying

Luck Absent Blamed By Levine For Flight Failure

Charles A. Levine argues Lindbergh’s luck aided his solo flight while Levine’s team faced detours, fuel issues, and engine trouble. They claim to have flown 4,000 miles in 44 hours, reaching Berlin, but lacked gas and favorable conditions.

Levine Hislehen Neareat Lufthanna Berlin Lidba Eleleben Jaiek Cottbus Lindbergh

Flight details of Chamberlin Levine transatlantic attempt described

Cleveland reports Lloyd Bertaud criticizes the Chamberlin Levine flight to Germany. He cites sloppy navigation and argues Lindbergh set a higher standard, saying the trip wobbled across Europe and would have been delayed without Lindbergh’s return.

Cleveland Lloyd Bertana Clarenre Chamberlin Chamberlin-Levine Germany Coronel Lindbergheld Bertaud Nore Charles Levine Air Mall Lindbergh Europe Paria America

Apologetic remarks on Berlin dash and fog bound flight

Chamberlin and Levine recount a perilous night voyage by air over Europe. Faulty maps and thick fog forced the crew to drift above clouds, miss Berlin, and make land near a coast city while tracking vague signals. The crew endured cold, hunger, and fatigue, maintaining course to reach safer air.

Chamberlin Berlin Germany Mauretania Levine Plymouth Boulogne Roteirdam Ametrdam England Pennsylvania Ald Chamberlin Mauretenia Couren Gouda Beheld Bremen Aleep St

Wives of Fliers Ready to Greet Husbands in Berlin

New York reporters recount the relief and pride as Mrs. Wilda Chamberlin and Mrs. Levine rush to greet husbands Clarence Chamberlin and Birger Levine in Berlin after their trans Atlantic flight. Crowds, telephones, and a $24,000 chamber of commerce award mark the welcome.

Berlin New York Wilda Chamberin Mre Gracy Levine Bellanca Flers Germany Chamberin Levine Chamberlin Lerine Eurayo Ingi Minete Myra Efra Levin Quitn Eane Broaklym City Ralph Jones Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Com Merce Jones Ane

Berlin Hosts Grand Welcome for Aviators Arrival Plans and Ceremonies

Berlin schedules a large reception for the aviators likely arriving in their airship or other craft. Officials and embassies will gather at Raiser's parade ground as dignitaries deliver speeches after a strenuous night ride and long holiday crowds. The city aims to outdo Paris in warmth of greeting.

Ofp Aji Berlin Paris

German dignitaries crowd dining room with Chamberlin and Levine

A crowded room in Cottbus overheard Chamberlin and Levine as they discussed a gesture and a camouflaged item. The small group of 50 to 60 German dignitaries pressed into the dining room, making it hard for them to breathe and speak.

Chamberlin Cam Cottbus Levine

Berlin Honors Fliers Parade Follows War News

Citizens parade through principal streets led by a band playing the Star Spangled Banner. Police patrol the routes but cannot stop the procession as Chamberlin and Levine retire to bed. A separate Isle of Wight note reports more dogs than children.

Tong Chamberlin Levine Isle of Wight

Levine Seeks Forgiveness for Flight From New York

Ootibus Germany June 6 Charles Levine and Clarence D. Chamberlin arrived in the Bellapci Wright Columbia from New York after a transatlantic flight. Levine says his wife fainted at Roosevelt Field and he would not have made the trip if she knew beforehand. He sent a cable to Mrs Levine asking forgiveness and noting the trip was a great experience while grateful for American embassy guidance in Berlin.

Clarence Ootibus Germany Charles Levine Clarence D. Chamberlin Columbia New York Roosevelt Field Levine Belle Harbor Long Island N.Y Berlin

Direct Levy Sought for Kanawha Capitol Fund

Kanawha members push direct levy to finance the new capitol. The report notes total expenditures for the New Capitol and Site, including contracts with Cass Gilbert and the city site sale, and argues a direct levy provides a definite revenue source to replace or offset the current general levy.

Cish Eid Capitel Old Building and Son City of Charleston Capitol Antex Seineto Board of Centre Ste Oll Ae “Paymenta Cass Gilbert Archi- Seahager Adother Paymenta Accond Ait Dew Supreme Court New Capitol Ipal Legialature Board of Contro Tegavisture Hetr Capitol Capital Anang Commission John Rocka Crag Gilbert

Public Works Board Eyes Five Cent Levy and Real Estate Valuation

The text discusses real estate as part of municipality value and proposes a five cent direct levy to fund a capital unit. It notes oil and gas income, uncollected totals, and amendments to state revenue aims. The 1997 judiciary references and legislative provisions are cited as context for extending general state revenue.

Board of Public Works

Memphis Welcomes Lindbergh Flight Return

Memphis joyfully greets Charles A Lindbergh as he lands after a New York to Paris style flight. Officials including Secretary Kellogg and Navy representatives honor the hero with Langley citation and praise the 225 horsepower engine as aircraft progress is noted. The Memphis to Washington air convoy is planned to accompany the return.

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