Prize posted for LA to Tokyo nonstop flight race
$30,000 offered by Sid Grauman for a Los Angeles to Tokyo nonstop flight plus a $33,000 pledge from James Doll for the first two aviators to fly from North America to Hawaii and Japan. Donald Douglas reportedly backed a two-flight plan enabling a single leg from LA to Honolulu and Honolulu to Tokyo. Honolulu hub set up by the National Aeronautic Association. Manila Flight Fund launched with $500 pledge to support an America to Philippines air link.
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Haley Explains Golf Stroke in Wild Comet Metaphor
Edwin H. Haley of New York describes his approach to a tricky four-footer at a rough round, likening it to a comet in golf and noting the crowd’s lively reaction as he secures the win with calm luck and focus.
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Lindbergh’s Paris Welcome Acknowledges Flight’s Feat
Thousands greet the aviator Lindbergh in Paris as he tours marshal Foch, the Invalides, and Versailles. He receives a ceremonial kiss, honors from war veterans, and admiration for his non stop New York to Paris flight amid crowds and official ministers.
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New York
Marshal Foch
Roe
Jubilee Store Crowds Gather for Golden Jubilee
A storied business trace shows Wolff and partner Daniel Marx founding the firm in 1877. After moves to South Alamo, East Commerce, then 112 Alamo Plaza, the present building rose in 1918. Manager Ochs apologized for slow service during the opening day as Golden Jubilee visitors, including Henry Klappenbach of Bayle Pass, toured the purple decorated store with colonial era displays and over 150 dresses showcased.
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First steps to air mail service discussed by Chamber of Commerce
The San Antonio Chamber of Commerce plans to push an air mail route from the Atlantic to the Pacific coast. A Thursday board meeting was scheduled to discuss a campaign to persuade the post office department to include San Antonio in the route. Former manager P. a iexy is aiding efforts for a local junior club drive.
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Pacific Coast
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Pormer A. Iexy
Guards Ring Court As Newman Faces Hearing
In Los Angeles County Court, officers guard the proceedings as Art Newman is brought for a habeas corpus hearing. Jailer Frank Dewar and two gunmen stand by while Dewar asserts protection plans and warns of a possible gang war linked to Newman's case.
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Shelton Brothers Released on Bond in Federal Court
The Shelton brothers Carl Hart and Berpie were released on bond following federal court proceedings. Aly International and Neves Seevive are referenced in connection with the case, with details indicating a hearing and bond terms were set at Uberts today.
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Berpie
Uberts
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Federnl Court
Lindbergh Declines Offers Yet Supports French Aviators
Charles A Lindbergh states he will not accept offers on returning to the United States. He donates 150,000 francs to aid families of French pilots who died for aviation. The gift, given at the Aero Club of France, was presented by Mme Deutsch de Meurthe. Lindbergh explains he cannot bring the money to America, sharing French sorrow for their brave airmen Captains Nunpresser and Cisri.
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Aera Clih
France
Mme. Deutsch de
Nunpresser
Cisri
Lindbergh Acclimates to French Acclaim in Paris
Paris reports Lindbergh adapting to the French custom of kissing the hero, with artist Louis Blériot giving a fervent kiss on the cheek while Lindbergh smiles gracefully. The scene reflects the polite reception, as women forgo kisses and shake his hand due to his new celebrity status.
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Lindbergh
Louis Blerist
France
Centlemen
Train collision in Pulgt Inerie leaves 14 dead
Ty International News Service reports a freight grain and a mail train collision near Pulgt Inerie province. Fourteen people are dead and twelve are missing amid debris and ongoing rescue efforts.
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Pulgtinerie
King George Hosts Lindbergh in Informal Audience
London reports King George IV will receive Capt. Charles A Lindbergh in an informal audience on Monday. The Prince of Wales is expected to attend and join in casual aviation chat as Lindbergh’s gala visit is prepared by Landon and other officials.
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Flying Cross to Lindbergh by War Secretary
Secretary of War Dwight Davis announced that Captain Charles Lindbergh will be awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross upon his return to the United States. The act will waive the usual service requirement, with Davis also recommending Lindbergh to Congress for formal confirmation.
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Search for Nungesser crash spurs new leads
Report from St John’s Newfoundland May 26 1949 says a crash may explain the disappearance of Capt Charles Nungesser and Capt Francois Colli trans Atlantic fliers. Workmen Tenet Collips and his sons near Placentia heard a falling object followed by an explosion on May 9 the day the fliers were due to pass over Newfoundland. Dominion authorities focus efforts on pursuing the new report as inquiries continue from Conception Bay to St Lawrence and nearby points.
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New York
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Conception Ny
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Burin
Main widening project approved by city commission
The city commission approved the widening of Main Avenue between Houston and Travia Streets to eighty feet at an estimated cost of 130,007 for owners and 668 for the commission. Nueva Street work nears completion with appropriations noted.
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Travia
Lindbergh's Peat Restores Voice to Poison Victim
Denver news reports Glen Bill, a 24 year old salesman, recovered speaking ability after toxic throat poisoning. Capt Lindbergh’s arrival Saturday inspired him to speak again after two months of silence following hospital treatment. The patient’s revival highlights the flier’s impact on public morale.
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Will
Pinedo Saved After Azores Air Mission Near Lisbon
A wireless message revived from an Italian steamship reports Com. Francesco de Pinedo and his damaged plane were rescued by the Portuguese warship Infante de Sagres near Horta on Fayal Island in the Azores, ending the search in the Azores region.
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Azores
Bertaud to Return to His Old Air Job
Washington May 26 The Postmaster General announced that Lloyd W. Bertaud will return to his former air post after involvement with the Bellanca plane Columbia which failed to depart for Paris amid disputes and litigation. The event follows lingering controversy over the mission and its hangar status.
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Plane to Follow Lindbergh in Parade in New York
Spirit of St Louis will be paraded with Capt. Charles A Lindbergh as the young flier is welcomed in New York if the mayoral reception committee's plans materialize.
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Spirit of
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