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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1925
Page
10
Lieut W L Richardson chief aerial photographer aboard the Shenandoah recounted the catastrophe near Ava. He said the airship reached about 5500 feet before valves failed and wind tore the craft apart. The report details the frame nine buckling and the ship splitting, with the forward section breaking away and the remainder crashing.
Witness accounts describe the Shenandoah breaking apart after takeoff near Ava. The center section drifted into woods where 13 sailors died. The forward section landed near Sharon without injuries, though people on the ground attempted rescue.
Two cars were taken overnight in the city. Mrs. Robert H. Cage reported her 1928 Ford roadster, Pa license 263-089, stolen from in front of their home on North Mercer Street. it was found later near a plumbing shop. Ernest Withers reported his 1924 Ford coupe, Pa license 40-950, stolen from Grant Street. it remains missing.
C H Gardner of 42 Galbreath Avenue reported to police that last night a girl named Mary Albert of 424 East Long Avenue ran from between two cars and was struck by his car’s fender. She was taken to a doctor’s office and found to have only slight bruises.
Mrs C F Sheehan, Boston election commissioner and the first woman in the nation to hold such a post, awoke under police protection after three armed men prowled around her home late at night.
English Channel difficulties confront Gertrude Ederle as she plans a second attempt this morning near Cape Griz Nez France. Uncertain weather may delay her start further and reduce chance of a successful crossing. Her status remains tentative as winds and seas test the endurance of the American swimming champion.
Secretary Wilbur announced that the loss of the dirigible Shenen dosh will cause no change in the navy department’s plans to operate its remaining airship, the Los Angeles, as of today in Washington.
An ambulance airplane from McCookfield with two flight surgeons aboard was ordered to proceed at full speed shortly before 11 this morning to the Shenandoah disaster site. It is well stocked with surgical supplies and ready for the rescue effort.
Philadelphia officials said a telegram from Zanesville Ohio reported the dirigible Shenandoah struck by lightning during a storm near Ava Ohio. The note notes lightning impact and investigation at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia.
RENOVA Sept 3 Michaal Chulak 62 fatally injured at the Pennsylvania railroad shops here died today in Renova hospital. Chulak was caught in locomotive driving rod. The widow and six children survive.
Secretary Wilbur and navy officials announced a special board will travel to Ohio to examine the Shenandoah wreckage and interview crew survivors of thirty six. The dirigible broke in two in a wind storm over Ohio with no casualties reported in initial dispatches.
Rabbit Maranville resigns as manager of the Chicago National League Club. George Gibson, previously coach, is appointed leader and will manage the Cubs for the remainder of the season.
St Mary’s parochial school opened for the 1926-27 term with about 400 pupils starting at 9 a m A religious exercise preceded the opening describing the magi The exact enrollment is not yet known but is expected to exceed last year by a large margin.
Central Department answered two calls Wednesday afternoon. A fire at 214 Stewart Place started in the cellar from a match used by household members. no loss occurred. Backfire from David Bevan's automobile on East North Street caused a small fire, loss estimated at $20. Sergeant F. M. Jones is on sick list. Officer Peta Hillers acts as daytime sergeant.
Paris reports the French cabinet unanimously approved Caillaux's nominees for the delegation to Washington to negotiate France's debt settlement. In Washington, officials say a quick settlement is expected and American taxpayers' interests will be protected during talks with the Caillaux-led commission.
Dominick Lombardo of South Lafayette street suffered a severe facial injury when a rail fell into a pit at the Pennsylvania shops this morning. He was rushed to Shenango Valley Hospital where doctors believe no serious complications will ensue.
H C G talon Met of Paderal prohibition agents, named administrator for the California district, will not accept the post. The appointment was expected today but was rejected in a terse Washington dispatch.
Shenandoah death list advices received here include Col. Charles Hall an army observation officer and Frederick J. Tobn aviation plotter from Artington Massachusetts.
Women players at New Castle Club must qualify for the club championship. Entry declares a qualifying round with all entrants notified to Captain Arthur Smith before play.
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