Maiden flight of US Navy dirigible Macon lifts from its airdock
The US Navy airship Macon, largest lighter than air craft, begins its maiden voyage from Goodyear-Zeppelin airdock at 6:01 am. Weather is ideal as it heads northeast, with engines and structure performing as expected after its previous sister ship Alcran’s destruction in the Atlantic.
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Macon the largest dirigible ever built in world history
Akron observers report the USS Macon, the United States Navy airship, lifting off today on its guided voyage. The ship measures 785 feet long with a 1949 foot diameter, pronounces a 6,500,000 cubic foot gas volume, and carries eight engines delivering 4,480 horsepower. Officials noted no destination yet while seeking favorable weather.
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Labor Fraud Drive Targets Federal Building Contractors
United Press reports federal labor officials promise a crackdown on contractors violating wage laws during federal building construction in Pittsburgh. Charges allege conspiracy to defraud against Charles Bendix, general contractor, and Joseph Ling, plaster sub-contractor, with 1000 bond each. Informations filed before Alderman Marks based on undercover evidence.
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Pittsburgh
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National Organization of Operators
Herriot Deeply Pessimistic on Mission Ahead
Edouard Herriot, former French premier, now believes the mission to Washington and London may be hopeless after the United States abandoned the gold standard. He plans to proceed with his Washington visit unless his government recalls him, having spent hours assessing the altered financial world.
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British Reach U S for Parley With Roosevelt
Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald arrives with a party of British experts to meet President Roosevelt in Washington for urgent talks. The discussions focus on currency, inflation, and restoring stable economics after Roosevelt’s shift from gold standard policies.
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Herriot
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Joseph A. Baird
New York
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Washington
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Great Britain
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White House
Twenty Disease Cases Quarantined This Week Here
A weekly report to the State Department of Health by Secretary B. Porter shows twenty communicable disease cases placed under quarantine over the past three days. Among them are nine cases of mumps measles and three of chickenpox.
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Mussolini Joins Rome Celebration with Party Dignitaries
In Rome on April 21 Mussolini, surrounded by Blackshirt officials and Museist party leaders, joined a high profile ceremony commemorating the founding of Rome. The event marked the 2 Habu anniversary as fascist displays occurred.
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German marks and rubles spark Senate laughter
During a Washington session on inflation risks Senator Reed faced a jest from Senator Vandenberg who offered a note of one hundred million German marks worth two and a half cents, claiming it could have retired the U S public debt. Reed fired back with a note of ten thousand rubies in return.
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Vaskos Agree to Examination of Their Child
The Vasko family surrendered to police escort and agreed to take two year old Helen Vaska to the New York medical center for expert examination to decide if removing her eye is necessary. Guardian ad litem Francis R. Fay persuaded parents to consent, aiming to show the operation is lifesaving despite Mrs Vasko’s prior resistance. The appellate court has already ordered the operation.
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John Vasko
New York Medical Center
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Helen
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Francis R. Fay
Vaska
Compromise on compensation in relief cases
Harrisburg April 21 reports say compromises were developing to resume work relief projects halted by a $1 weekly compensation rate. Talks involve insurers and state officials aiming for agreement to allow jobless men to work on community and public works. An amendment to Rica's bill in the House may ease the controversy by exempting past workers and protecting those injured on the job.
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Separate bills for regulation and taxation
Harrisburg April 21 Senator John McGlure’s beer regulation bill returns to committee after second reading. The measure, backed by Governor Pinchot, would let county treasurers issue licenses to beer sellers of reputability and separate taxation from licensing with a state stamp tax on barrels. The Senate also moves toward the tax plan, with McGlure claiming $7.5 million annual revenue.
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Pennsylvania
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Smost
Edward Maxlin
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House
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New Indicator May Be Manufactured Here
Prof Kalman J Deduuass mechanical engineer at Pennsylvania State College arrives tomorrow for a conference with W L Trill of the Trill Indicator Company about making two test instruments. Deduhass has perfected a new indicator for Diesel engines and if successful, manufacture at the East South street plant will be arranged.
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Pennsylvania State College
W. L. Trill
Trill Indicator Company
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East South Street
Three Pupils Killed in Head-On Bus Crash Near Woodleaf
Three school children died in a head-on collision of two school buses at Woodleaf near here. Four others injured. The dead are Mary Broadway aged 19 Frances Broadway aged 12 and Curtis Hartley aged 22. Details unclear due to damaged text.
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Young Factor Released by Kidnappers in Chicago
Jerome Factor, 15, son of John Factor, was returned safely to his mother in Chicago after being held eight days by kidnappers who demanded ransom. He said he was forced to write three notes to his father requesting 100000 dollars, though the family had earlier claimed 50000. The release followed the kidnappers’ fear of consequences and perhaps trouble with doctors’ inquiries.
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Juniors Host Unforgettable Corry High Yearly Party
Corry High School’s 1982 junior senior prime banquet at Hotel Corry drew 119 dining guests. The event featured school songs led by H A Sheen, welcome remarks by class officers, and Superintendent R S Dewey speaking on Wealth Without Riches.
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Passage of Muscle Shoals Bill Assured
Washington April 21 A special resolution favoring President Roosevelt's Muscle Shoals Tennessee Valley development project was favorably reported by the House rules committee. The measure limits debate to six hours and allows amendments. Leaders predicted House passage next Monday amid minority and majority reports from the military committees.
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Lindberghs Resume Air Jaunt Westward
Columbus date April 21. Lindbergh accompanied by Mrs Lindbergh departed Columbus at 10 50 a m to continue an inspection trip of the Transcontinental and Western air youth program. He was to stop next in Indianapolis with no announced immediate destination.
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European nations cling to gold standard amid dollar flux
Paris April 21 France Belgium and Holland vow to defend the gold standard. The Bank of France will monitor dollar movements and advise protective steps only if the dollar and pound raceinflation. Earlier Roosevelt action sparked initial bitterness but subsided as the dollar’s value steadied. Berlin April 21 Germany reiterates it will not abandon the gold standard per Reichsbank statement.
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Group named to probe Aeron crash disaster
Washington April 21 Speaker Rainey announced a special congressional committee will investigate the dirigible Aeron disaster. Members include Rep. Harter Denn Ohio Akron district representative, Chairman Vinson, Rep. McClintic and others from the House. Senate named five members King Walsh Duty Johnson Kean for the last elect committee.
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Ma Chan-Shan to Renew Warfare Against Japan
General Ma Chan-Shan arrives in transit to China to resume hostilities with Japan. He travels with General Su Fing-Wen and about 59 Chinese officers, moving from Maschiria into Russia via the Manchoukuo frontier.
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Russia
Manchoukuo
Mills Lead Fight On Roosevelt's Inflation Plan
Washington April 21 The Senate banking and currency committee voted to report favorably the administration's 50 000 000 000 currency and credit expansion plan. Opponents organize under Mills to block passage as Republicans and others prepare a last ditch campaign. The measure would authorize purchases of government bonds up to 2 billion and permit issuance of up to 3 billion in United States notes with gold dollar revaluation.
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