Rocket Plane Aims Berlin to Gotham in One Hour
The piece details Fritz von Opel and partners Raab Katzenstein planning rocket motor tech to power cars and eventually planes. Skillful theorizing from Max Valier foresees a Berlin to New York flight in about an hour, with initial climb aided by propellers, then rocket-powered speed in thin air reaching 4500 mph.
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Nicaraguan Rebels Engaged by Marine Patrol. Several Killed
In a brief skirmish near Teresa thirty miles from Managua, a Marine patrol led by Lieut. Ernest Linsert killed several rebels and captured seven after pursuing raiders who attacked the Masaya police station. Marine aviators later dropped flowers on fallen Marines. In a separate report from Puerto Cabezas, George Marshall an American miner captured in the La Luz district is said to be well treated and not confined by rebels.
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Al's Backers Claim Victory Ahead of Convention
Washington May 31 Governor Smith appears to hold 538 14 assured delegates with 142 un instructed but ready to join his column in Houston. A total of 773 7 delegates including friendly and favorite son blocs edge past the 734 needed for the nomination. Delegations are listed by state with Smith favored or doubtful and notable favorite sons named.
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Culver Military Academy Starts 34th Commencement Week
Culver Indiana May 31. An athletic program Saturday opens the thirty fourth annual commencement week at Culver Military Academy. A regimental review is set for Sunday followed by baccalaureate services. Legion day Monday guard mounting Tuesday and awarding of diplomas Wednesday.
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Heflin to Press Anti Smith Attacks in Key States
Senator J Thomas Heflin vows to keep up anti Smith speeches after the Senate adjourns He will target Ohio Arkansas and Oklahoma with remarks before the Houston convention highlighting his opposition to Governor Al Smith in a nationwide campaign style sequence
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Ballenger Divorce Claims Wife Misused Funds
In Hartford City Indiana on May 31 Jess Ballenger files for divorce from Doris Ballenger alleging he gave money for gas and light bills that was instead used for other purposes.
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