This Was Nevada Barnstormer Anniversary Show
Nevada Historical Society details of Eugene Ely’s July 1911 aerial exhibition in Reno for Washoe County’s 59th Anniversary Celebration. The event drew 15,000 spectators. Ely’s biplane flight ended with a 1:48 p.m. landing and a later crash scare noted by Governor Tasker Oddie and Ely.
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50 Year Reno Celebrates Washoe County Anniversary
A historic Reno event marks Washoe County’s 50th anniversary with notable aviator Eugene Ely invited for the July 4, 1911 festivities. The photo depicts Ely’s aircraft moments before his afternoon flight.
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U.S. Finds World Clout Eroded by New Nations
Washington analysts warn U.S. influence in global bodies like the United Nations is waning as more than 100 new microstates emerge since 1945. Despite population and budget power, many small states share equal voting rights, enabling a potential two thirds majority that could curb major powers.
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