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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1928

Page

2

Wilkins makes first air voyage in Antarctic attempt

The first air voyage in Antarctica was completed today by Lieut. Eilesmn and Wilkins aboard a Lockheed craft. Mild weather whitened the landing field and tests used wheels while skis and heavy loads await better conditions. The takeoff will use a ski-equipped craft when weather permits.

Sir George Wilkins San Frnhelsco Universal Service Antarctica el Nadio Gard San Francisco Col Antarctic Lieut Mon Eilesmn Wilkins, Ciing & Lokheed

First Flights Over Antarctic by Lockheed Planes

Los Angeles November report says Captain Wilkins confirms two Lockheed aircraft the Los Angeles and the Sogbrn eigens made first Antarctic flights. Planes performed splendidly with successful takeoff and flight in harsh polar conditions marking a step toward exploration beyond the Atlantic ice edge. The dispatch notes readiness to undertake further aerial surveys as weather permits.

Los. Angeles Antarctic Sir George Hubert Wilkins California Los Angeles South Ich Wilkins Port Stanley Tauluend Islands Lockheed Shrek Enzoit Deception Island Graabi Gand

Labor Backing Higher Salaries For Postal Workers

A distorted clipping reports labor backing for increased pay for postal service employees. It notes progressive leaders urging a wage that rewards workers adequately and hints at potential federal action if talks stall. The text references national figures and calls for wage improvements through congressional or federal channels.

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