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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1928
Page
3
Baron Gren ther von Haenefeld, financier for the Bremen flight, collapsed in a Chicago hospital after returning from Germany. Physicians cited possible illness and strain from concern over the flight’s financing as factors.
A two day Chicago celebration honors German pilot Von Huenefeld and aviation heroes. Crowds of up to 110,000 gather along Michigan Avenue for a parade and stadium ceremonies featuring soldiers, Red Cross nurses, and International musicians.
A photo from Bremen flyers taken in Chicago shows a stark contrast to their earlier reception at Soldier Field. The article contrasts the two scenes highlighting the strong public interest in the Bremen team during their visit.
Omniscient reports describe director Von Stroheim arriving in Bremen with a crew to film German scenes. He expresses intent to observe and direct, promising authentic staging while navigating military oversight and shipboard arrangements.
Steffler leaves Saturday for Heawmont to represent Lon Weaterman at a convening of the Masonic Order of Enaloes. The event follows a front for Welcamr and includes remarks from Camis alonor Sloffler. Governor cues Valley in a political note about interstate water issues with Oklahoma and Kansas regarding a water project and cross-border concerns.
A San Antonio driven campaign aims to reduce traffic accidents from May 19 to June 9 by offering free vehicle inspections at service stations. Mayor C G M Chambers issued a proclamation after local businessmen urged action, with a countywide effort led by a committee including Wayne Murray and D J Strauss.
Two performances of The Vague bands at Mary’s academy featured a cast including Wilwared Robason and Canvaned Rothe. The operetta was directed by Brother Terro Trenton with assistance from Deatesxor Rothe, earning enthusiastic response from attendees.
In Oslo on May 12 General Umberto Nobile's air expedition faced impenetrable fog at King's Bay delaying polar observations. The ship sustained damage during landing while repairs are planned. a return to base followed as weather worsened and a 40 to 48 day repair estimate emerged.
In Kansas City on May 12 a dinner group of twenty five persons voted on who was the greatest living person. Names receiving single votes included Lindbergh Mussolini De Valera Helen Keller Orville Wright and others among a dozen contenders.
The Philadelphia city attorney reports on a franchise request to build on the Lil Heights water system. The city commission the application was referred to the city attorney after comments by Commissioner Mills. A five year option to buy the plant at cost plus interest was discussed, but the city remains noncommittal.
Maj Genred Austin plans a three to four day tour covering Washington to San Antonio to inspect air mail operations. Air Mail Week will be observed in San Antonio from May 12 to May 1 with local post office and chamber of commerce promoting the event.
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