Simpson Pro Mastered With Aeroplane
After three attempts the Ma chine is sent over the 7000 foot peak as Simpson achieves mastery with an aeroplane.
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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1910
Page
1
Aviator Chavez Flies Alps Then Crashes Near Domodossola
Brig Switzerland September 23 Chavez attempted a Milan bound Alpine crossing at Simplon Pass 7000 feet but crashed near Domodossola after 49 minutes in the air. He suffered a broken thigh and leg and possible internal injuries. Thousands watched the flight bon bref.
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Brig
Switzerland
Iow taaGres
Senrse Ccateee Sas
Alps
Simplon Pass
Milan
Chavez
Domodosso
Weyman
Streess
Pallet
Domodossola
Wabash wreck prompts calls for prison, probe
Governor Marshall vowed to imprison those responsible for the Wabash traction disaster near Indianapolis that killed forty. He urged a state railroad commission probe as Bluffton residents, with 19 dead, prepare resolutions for a thorough inquiry.
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Indianapolis
Marshall
Marshall Jg
State Railroad Commission
Bluffton
Jersey Central Stockholders Convene in Jersey City
New York Sept 23 stockholders of the Central Railroad of New Jersey met at the road head quarters in Jersey City. Only routine business was transacted.
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Jersey Central
New York
The
Central Railroad of
New Jersey
the Road
Jersey City
Bay State Rifle Meet Opens in Wakefield
The Bay State Military Rifle Association hosted a statewide competition in Wakefield Massachusetts. Teams from Infantry regiments coast artillery corps cadets naval brigade and Cavalry fired at 200 600 300 and 1 000 yards with rapid fire rounds to follow.
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Wakefield
Mass
Massachusetts
Bay State Military Rifle Association
Coast Artillery Corps
Cadets
Naval Brigade
Cavalry
Robertson De Palma Race Promises Thrilling Belmont Meet
The Robertson De Palma match at Belmont Driving Club in Philadelphia on Sept 23 features George Robertson and Ralph De Palma racing for 1500 to 500. They drive Simplex and Fiat respectively in a best two of three five mile heats. Ten minor events accompany the star race.
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Robertson-De Palma
Philadelphia
George Robertson
Ralph de Palma
Belmont Driving Club
Robertson
de Palma
Troy Citizens' Corps Celebrates 75th Anniversary
A national salute at Watervliet Arsenal marked the seventy fifth anniversary of the Troy Citizens' Corps. A street parade and public meeting were planned for the afternoon as one of the state's famed military groups observes the milestone.
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Troy Citizens’ Corps
Troy
Watervleit Arsenal
Dewey Navy Anniversary Noted in Washington
Washington marks the fifty sixth anniversary of Admiral Geo Dewey joining the United States Navy he the hero of Manila began his naval career on September 23 1854 this commemorative note recalls his long service.
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Dewey
Washington
Geo. Dewey
United States Navy
Manila
Naval Service
Explosions Prompt Urgent Probe Into Shi Related Accidents
A surge of explosions near Shi triggers a renewed, exhaustive inquiry. Authorities reported four incidents in a short span, urging caution and details as investigators scrutinize possible causes and collect evidence.
Funeral Today After Shock at Union as Suspect Is Arrested
The Union community mourns Waldo Perry with his funeral held this afternoon while authorities arrest T. R. Ellexon, a tramp employed by Mr. Perry earlier, in Echo. Ellexon is being transported toward Union to face an inquest continued tomorrow as evidence remains sealed. Stores close and civic calm gives way to tension amid the murder case. Sheriff Childers made the arrest.
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Perry
Ellexson
Echo
la Grande
Waldo Perry
Union
Sheriff Childers
Turret blast on Georgia injures fourteen sailors at sea
A 12-inch gun on the battleship Georgia off Portsmouth Virginia burst during target practice. Fourteen sailors in the forward turret were knocked to the floor but saved by the shield. All were rescued as an investigation begins amid a spate of recent shipboard explosions.
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Portsmouth
Mouth
Georgia Today
Whippany Dog Show Opens in Morristown Event
Morristown New Jersey hosts the Whippany River Country Club second annual beach dog show with top east coast fanciers judging the entries.
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Morristown
N. J
Whippany River Country Club
Canadian amateur track and field championships open in Montreal
Athletes from across the Dominion converge on Montreal to contest for the Canadian amateur track and field championships. The meet will be decided on the grounds of the Montreal Amateur Athletic Association tomorrow.
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Montreal
the Dominion
Métropolis
Montreal Amateur Athletic Association
Rusk Debates Delayed as Jasper Presses Challenge
W R Jasper an Alliel farmer who backed an assembly plan debate publicly asks Hon Jerry P Rusk to debate on the public forum before the primaries. Jasper says he will meet Rusk anytime and place, but Rusk has not yet replied, hoping for a response before the deadline tonight. Tomorrow it may be too late to arrange.
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W. R. Jasper
Alliel
Jerry P. Rusk
Rusk
Joseph Sclon
Union
Wallowa
Jasper
Mr. Rusk
Defi
Toll
Excitement at Nelson as Goat River placer rush begins
Nelson British Columbia September 28 news reports great excitement in Creston district over rich placer ground at Goat River. Pannings have reached as high as fifteen dollars, sparking a rush to the new fields and eager prospectors.
Washington to host experts conference on government efficiency
A conference of a corps of experts will meet in Washington within a few days to outline a plan for increasing the efficiency of federal departments. Charles D. Norton, secretary to President Taft, arranged the meeting.
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Washington
Charles D. Norton
Taft
Investigation into Lorimer bribery inquiry advances
Chicago announcment says the senatorial investigation committee overruled Lorimer's request to delay the inquiry into alleged legislative bribery. The inquiry begins immediately following a brief morning session.
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Chicago
Senatorial Investigation Committee
Lorimer
Auto Driver In Accident In Mineola
George Roberson, driving a Benz at sixty miles an hour, lost control and was fatally injured, with a broken collar bone and probable skull fracture. Mechanic Stephen Reynolds was less seriously hurt. They were taking a trial spin near Mineola when the crash occurred.
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Mineola
George Robertson
Stephen Reynolds
Vanderbilt Cup Race Crashes On Parkway
Twenty five entrants compete in the Vanderbilt Cup race when Robertson’s car fails brakes on a curve and skids into the fence, ending the race for him.
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Robertson
Wreck on Rock Island Passenger Near Clayton Kans Kills Eight
A bridge washout caused by a cloud burst toppled an engine and two coaches of a Rock Island passenger train near Clayton Kansas. Eight killed, about 20 injured, four bodies recovered with others believed trapped under debris. A relief train is en route and the scene is described as one of the wildest wrecks seen.
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Denver
Sept
Rock Island
Clayton
Kans
Expert for College George R Samson Appointed Animal Husbandry Instructor
Corvallis Ore September 23 Special The regents of the Oregon Agricultural College announce the appointment of George R Samson from the U S Department of Agriculture in Washington DC as instructor in animal husbandry for the coming year His four years in the government bureau of animal industry dealt with breeding and feeding He previously worked at the University of Illinois where he earned a BA in 1902 and BS in 1905
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Corvallis
Ore
Oregon Agricultural College
George R. Samson
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Washington, D. C
Government Bureau of Animal Industry
Detroit Fair Aims for Bona Fide Speed Trials At Switchee Bite
Detroit September 28 officials promote a motor car meet as the greatest manufacturing center offers chances for speed events. The Switchee Bite Fair has attracted leaders in the speed game and promises thousands in prizes to ensure bona fide trials while avoiding hippodrome racing stigma.
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Detroit
Mich
Champ Clark Jubilant On Next Speaker Hopes
Congressman Champ Clark, Missouri Democrat, forecasts a Democratic landslide and vows to lead as House speaker. He cites tariff issues and political turmoil as factors boosting victory chances. Clark plans a keynote at the Democratic State Press Association banquet with Alexander Dockery invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Maine
Champ Clark
House of Representatives
Clark
Democratic State Press Association
State Committee
Democratic State Campaign
Alexander Dockery
David R. Francia
James A. Reed
Lottés Freed In Ten Minutes By Jury
The jury acquitted Lottés after a brief trial in which the defense counsel declined to challenge the presented evidence. Prosecution had alleged significant misconduct but offered no rebuttal to the defense stance.
Lottes Friends Pleased as Jury Acquits In Union County
The state case against Ulrich Lottes for intoxicating liquor sales ends in a not guilty verdict after ten minutes of deliberation. Union County detective Taylor and Detective Ben Morgan led the probe. The defense did not present further argument and the court adjourns until October term. Lottes praised as an honest, orderly saloon keeper with a clean record.
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Attornneys
Lottes
Oregon
Baltimore population climbs to 568000 in census
Washington reports Baltimore is now the seventh largest city in the United States with a population of 568000, up 44528 residents since the previous census, an increase of 9.7 percent.
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Washington
Baltimore
United States
Aged Women Robbed and Drugged in Los Angeles
Two elderly women were attacked in Los Angeles as details emerge from a criminal record. Mrs J Chapman aged 55 on an inbound Santa Fe train fell ill in a downtown cafe and was found to have been drugged and robbed of money and jewelry worth 100 dollars. Mrs Antonio Moore aged 70 was attacked in bed while asleep and choked, with her purse stolen from under her pillow as she lies in critical condition.
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Los Angeles
J. Chapman
Santa Fe
Antonio Moore
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