American Aviator Plans Trans Atlantic Flight Across Ocean
London reports Clifford B Prodger, holder of a new passenger record, entering the Trans Atlantic contest. He posted a 500 dollar fee under Prodger Llanc Aviation Co and will choose between a small fast craft or a large seaworthy machine. He aims for 12 to 21 hours depending on craft, with provisions for survival gear aboard. Prodger trained at Beatty school on Long Island and has worked under government contracts in England. His home is in Great Falls Montana.
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Tong Island
Opium Stock Burning Ordered in Shanghai
China will publicly burn opium stocks bought by the government in Shanghai to curb corruption and smuggling. Special furnaces will be built for the ceremony with witnesses from all government organs. The president's assurance spurred broad satisfaction among bidders.
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Government plans three day holiday with open museums
Officials are accused of a money making opium scheme under the guise of medicine. Interpellation will be raised in Parliament as protests drive action. A parade before the president and diplomats and a lantern procession are planned to celebrate the event.
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Women Look Young and Avoid Gray Hair with Creole Hair Dressing
A vintage advertisement promises aging women can regain youthful hair color with LA CREOLE Hair Dressing. It claims natural restoration without staining or greasiness, to be applied at home by brushing or combing, and offers a $1.20 bottle shipped by Van Vleet- Mansfield Drug Co. Memphis Tennessee.
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Air Mail by Flight From New York to San Francisco
An 1918 article describes a transcontinental air mail plan along a Wolfson Wilson Highway route from New York to San Francisco. It notes 3200 miles in under 48 hours, cost per pound, and the creation of landing stages and illuminated routing across major cities. It discusses practical pilots, twin engines, and future government air service after the war.
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Wilson Air Highway
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New York Evening Word
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Chicago
Pacific
Atlantic
Michigan
Cheyenne
Avait
Henry Woodhouse
Aero Blue Book
Syrup of Figs Childs Laxative Ad Mention
Ad text touts Syrup of Figs as a harmless laxative for children with a fruity taste and full bottle directions. It urges buyers to look for the name California on the package to ensure authenticity and safety for the child.
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California
Is Carnegie Rich or Poor Now
Aged industrialist Andrew Carnegie has faded from public view amid persistent rumors about his health. The Wall Street Journal cites a personal note from Carnegie to Charles Schwab praising his shipbuilding appointment, suggesting he remains able though less visible, with recent public benefactions less questioned.
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Charlies Schwab
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Wall Street Journal
Alec Carnegie
Shirt Maker Johnson Sells Army Shirts at 810 Navarro
Advertisement announces Johnson the shirt maker offering shirts and stock funds for military men at 810 Navarro.
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