29 Aug 1929
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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1929
Page
1
The account recalls the 1927 Graf Zeppelin journey, noting its 11 to 12 day feat and long refueling stops at Friedrichshafen Tokio and Los Angeles. Amid mist, the silver airship emerged to cheers from thousands of pilgrims as its motors hummed.
Eckener leads the Graf Zeppelin toward Washington for a meeting with President Hoover at three. The airship then heads to Akron for a Goodyear conference, while crowds and marines guard the ship during its Lakehurst stop. Eckener praises U S hospitality and hints at future round-the-world plans.
The sole woman passenger on the Graf Zeppelin round-the-world flight, Lady Drummond Hay, was greeted by cheering crowds in Lakehurst New Jersey on August 29. She stepped from the airship wearing a brown leather coat and a black tricot turban as she received the welcome.
In a celebrated murder case in Charlotte North Carolina prosecutors seek the death penalty for all 16 defendants shown in the photo for the murder of Chief Hendricks Dalmar Hampton Clarence Miller and Harry McLaughlin The trio of women Sophie Melvin Vera Bush and Amy Schecter are among the accused The defendants include Beal and Harrison union organizers who helped lead mill strikers and are pictured at the trial indicating the broad scope of the charges
The most vociferous cheers greet the Zeppelin passengers on landing with misty eyed gratitude and stories of the journey. Among them is a smiling woman who calls the trip the most wonderful ever and apologizes for her nerves before stepping before cameras and a large crowd at the Naval Welfare Station. Banker William B. Leeds receives a loud reception, while Princess Xenia of Greece is not present as her husband exits quickly to an awaiting car. Commander Rosendahl predicts aviation’s bright future as he praises Graf crew efficiency.
A report notes the hour period ending at 9 PM yesterday with a high of 2 degrees and a low of 48. at 9 PM the reading was 58 degrees. Mr. Lorentz forecasts today for fall with warmer weather, increasing clouds and showers with thunderstorms. tomorrow shows more showers followed by clearing and much cooler conditions.
John J. Sullivan, 28, of Hooverville, pled guilty before Judge John A. Berkey to breaking entering larceny and receiving stolen goods. He received eight to 16 years in Western penitentiary and was fined $8 total for eight counts after a Holspople arrest following an attempted break in at a railroad station.
The defendant appeared this morning and waived a preliminary hearing before Justice of the Peace Charles Harrison.
Delegates to the Fortyn Eight American Legion convention parade through Scranton as thousands cheer, noting PA Department membership surpassing 68,000 and plans for next year’s gathering. Highlights include dignitaries D Olier Spafford and a donation of land for veteran care in the Pocono Mountains.
The conference announces begin Rhineland withdrawal next month with British and Belgian troops to depart within three months and French in the second zone during the same period. Debates over reparations and railway debentures continue as six powers meet to seek German acceptance amid a nine year diplomatic struggle.
Harrisburg report notes Commissioner Benjamin G. Rynan of the Motor Vehicle Bureau says drivers who speed near schools or ignore schoolboy patrols may be judged reckless and acted upon by law. Courtesy and caution near schoolhouses are urged as essential.
Harrisburg August report shows contractors employing 8134 road workers and 8294 in road maintenance under the Department of Highways. Mrs. Ella Walkey left today to visit her daughter Mrs. Bar Hoover in Canton Ohio.
Harrisburg reports fewer fertilizer brands in 1928 but higher grade products. About 1000 fewer brands registered since 1926 amendments. 1928 registrations total 1232 with 62,520 tons plant food estimated, up from 1925 and 1927 figures. Bureau notes improved guarantees and higher average plant food units.
A Mays Landing hen saved her chicks by battling a horned owl and survived thirteen and a half years. Boston detectives seize 40 cans of opium after arresting a Chinese suspect. An era of odd expressions and anecdotes fills the page with light, rambling quips and quizzical quotes from the era.
Elsie, a cheerful Irish girl, loses faith in herself after a brutal dance night. She vows to avoid parties and seeks a quiet life at home. Frank Taulkner, a bookkeeper, persuades her to dine and later stroll by the park lake. He opens up about ambitions, love, and a future together, while Elsie expresses longing for a loving, crazy commitment.
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