Aerial Navigation Congress Opens in Paris With European Powers Present
Paris May 1. The first international Congress on Aerial Navigation opened at the foreign office. M Mitterand minister of public works spoke inaugurating the proceedings calling the work essentially diplomatic and noting the need for international regulation in aerial navigation. All the principal powers were represented and the session aimed to craft rules governing air travel and balloon operations.
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Foreign Office
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Cook to go to arctics explorer prepares to sail
New York May 1 Dr Fee tle A Cooke, a noted explorer, is reported by his brother W J Cook of Brooklyn to be preparing for departure with his family to Europe. Friends in Calionon Sullivan county say he will remain there until ready to sail from a chartered ship, with plans already formed for a Utah expedition in June.
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Europe
New York
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Cook
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Jon
Dr. Cook
Explosion Kills 100 in Cuban Barracks
May 19 Havana reports 100 dead after a rural barracks explosion at Pinar del Rio. Authorities cite 3000 pounds of dynamite stored for public works, with the blast during removal as a possible accident amid alleged conspiratorial plans for an uprising linked to Halley’s Comet. Troops rushed to the scene. many civilians were lost.
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Awifeh
Ravena
Barricka
Pinkr Det Min and
Tovans
Gunnihnen
Benstor Maria Delgado
Geneva
Inherits $90,000 to Stamford Tin Man's Will
In the will of Charles Hine who died in New York on May 7 1910 at age 92 funds total about 361147. Mrs Honey Plant receives about 90000 in trust for Mra Mine’s daughter Mrs Amina Bera gets about 22000, and about 70000 in trust for the maintenance of her two sons. Charles Hine of Staywood Cal leaves 20000 outright and 60000 in trust for his two sons. Robert Morris of Stamford receives 1000. Hine built a tin can factory in Newark.
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Charles
Hine
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Pont
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Aumina Bera
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Pitnburg
Ira Hine
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Trint
Charles 1 Hine
Staywood
Cal
Mia
Mary Anne
Daughterminn
Robert Morris
Mr. Hine
Mate Bia
Newark
Stolen $1000 Returned After Stranger Attack Arrest
Minneapolis reports a $1000 robbery involving gate money returned after a stranger attacked by a heavy man, leading to the arrest of Michel Rook on a downtown corner. Gate's complaint at 2621 Bryant Ave South prompted police action as the suspect was questioned. The case centers on recovering the stolen funds and questioning the involved parties.
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K. O. Gale
Bryant Avenue South
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Revolver's Fatal Tag Report From Huntington Incident
In Huntington West Virginia on May 1 a man named Vedrow died after being struck near the left eye with a revolver fired from a cupboard. The weapon had been loaded and one empty shell was found at the scene.
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Rante Vedrow
Kearney
Industrial Education and Labor Federation Debate at Waldorf Astoria
The National Manufacturers' Association discussed civic federation as a chief asset, with President Kirby stressing labor reform and permanent residences for ambassadors. They considered bankruptcy, consular reform, tariff, advertising, and industrial education, proposing 14 year olds enter four years of training aligned with school. A speech by Rep. Vreeland closed the convention, urging reform of linking and currency, and cautioning against branch cavalry systems.
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Tari Commission
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Old Axe
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Vreeland
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Boy Recovered After Abduction Case In Zanesville
A boy identified as Polley George Woods and his alleged kidnapper Charles Miller were taken into custody in Zanesville, Ohio, after a reported abduction a month earlier. The boy was found gagged in a wagon with Miller alleged to be the kidnapper. Miller denies the charges and is in custody. authorities filed charges as the case proceeds.
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George Woods
Yuxh Etera
Charles Miller
Zanesville
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Millan
Miller
Bowyer
Palio Ray
Ink
Comet View Sparks Massive New York Gathering
Thousands lined the Hudson along Riverside Drive and around Manhattan to glimpse Falley's comet. Despite clear skies no meteor or auroral activity appeared. Prof Harold Jacoby Rutherford of Columbia University led observers who reported the show was not yet visible. Hotels hosted viewing events but failed to reveal any standout phenomena as preparations for a later display drew crowds and excitement across the city.
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Manhattan
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Colimbia University
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Nudson
Paris
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Joe
National Association of Mamitueturera
Feared the Comet Prompts Baltimore Shelter Measures
Baltimore observers report people slept in cellars and on first floors as a massive comet approached. Prof Anderson of Johns Hopkins warns sky clarity will reveal the display. Hopkins’ Prof Wood notes no harm expected. Residents planned precautions and some sought caves or shelter while private gatherings occurred.
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Soto
Aurora Display Reported From Yerkes Observatory
A telegraphic message from Yerkes Observatory described a brilliant aurora visible in the northern sky. Observers noted a comet and bright atmospheric display as photographs were taken by Professor Mitchell of Columbia and others at Yorkes Observatory yesterday afternoon.
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Yerkes Observatory
Hinman Green Bill Beaten in Senate by Narrow Margin
The Hinman Green Bill to abolish de parte convention and force primary reform failed in the Senate by 23 to 25 after a close vote. Assembly action earlier saw the bill defeated as supporters argued over party lines and procedural votes. The defeat signals Gov Hughes will not pursue an extra session on primary reform.
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Senator Nathan B. Scott Narrowly Escapes Car Crash
In Wheeling West Virginia on May 18 Senator Nathan B. Scott narrowly escaped death while riding in a automobile from Loveland to the city. He had been speaking at a Republican meeting and in the crash the car skidded over an embankment. The senator suffered serious bruises to the head and body as occupants were thrown from the vehicle.
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Hoover on trial for wife murder in Crawford county
The case of Alcon Hoover, son of a physician, who allegedly killed his wife Ina Jennie at their Atlantic Crawford county home last November, featured a dramatic courtroom scene as Hoover collapsed and cried out during his sister Waldo Pox's testimony. His first trial ended in December with a conviction, a Supreme Court appeal granted, and a change of venue requested amid defense insanity claims.
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Cleveland
Cooper to quit Congress from Twenty fourth district
Congress man Allen F Cooper of Pennsylvania's Twenty fourth district announced he will not seek another term. In Washington he confirmed the decision while supporters filed a petition at Harrisburg seeking his name on the ticket for the next election.
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