Record on Japan China war fears and air rivals
A chaotic synthesis of 1930s flight records and war speculation. The piece notes Maj. James H. Doolittle’s Pacific to Atlantic record at 11 hours 10 minutes 10 seconds, plus mentions of Japan China tensions, League of Nations questions, and a New York policing and prohibition theme. It weaves aviation feats with political anxieties and the era’s fiscal and social issues.
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Arthur Brisbane
King
James H. Doolittlehan
Pacific
Atlentic
Mawks
Storma
Jjla Wings
Texas Governor calls special cotton session Tuesday
Governor Sterling called a special session of the Texas Legislature for Tuesday to enact emergency legislation to reduce cotton acreage next year. He cited farmer distress from low prices and rising production costs, noting soil deterioration and calls from cotton factors for relief. Louisiana has passed a law to prohibit cotton planting, with Texas considering similar action amid divided sentiment.
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Touston
INS
Reduetia
Tos Bierling
Toran
South Carolina
Arkansas
Georgia
Boonan
Texan
Louisiana
Louisionn
Texas
Sterling
Bay
Capitol
Dlateas
Sheady
Col GJ
Zeppelin Return Near Canary Islands Reported
The Geral Zeppelin, returning to Friedrichshafen Germany, was reported at noon yesterday to have a position near 16 447 N 26 ET W, placing it close to the Canary Islands. Commander Ego Eckener leads the 4a flying hams free Pernarobuco, Brazil, on a around the world trip with 13 passengers aboard.
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London
Ste
Friedrichshafen
Germany
Canary Islands
Ego Eckener
Flying Hams
Pernarobuco
Brazil
Troops Depart From Texas Oil Zone Amid Proration Order
KILGORE Texas Sept 6 amid martial law the army of occupation prepares to desert the War zone in East Taras field. About 2000 wells, shut August 17, resume production under a 225 barrel net well cap enforced by railroad commission officials. A skeleton force of troops remains to aid patrols with demobilization expected soon. military HQs will report daily production to prevent evasion.
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Kilgore
Texas
Army of Occupation
East Taras
Railroad Commission
National Guardamien
Orig
Jacob BF
Wolters
Comemand
Stevedores Clash in Mexican Ports Kills Seven
Seven persons were reported killed and ten wounded in a bloody clash between stevedores at the ports of Noutra and Jionitenrs in Vera Cruz. The violence arose from wage disputes between the two ports, with state troops dispatched to restore order.
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Mexiavo Cipy
Nautilus Arctic Expedition Report From Ice Pack Edge
Exclusive dispatch from aboard the Nautilus recounts a dangerous Arctic maneuver under heavy ice. Commander Sir Hubert Wilkins narrates limited radio contact, pressure from drifting ice, and careful sample collection of ancient and modern oceanic specimens for science.
New York Legion Repeals Prohibition Resolution
The American Legion at the New York state convention adopted a resolution demanding repeal of the eighteenth amendment. The measure sought annual prohibition and was approved by a large majority, with 808 votes cast in favor.
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N. Y
Cold flight test for naval airmen near New England coast
In Washington, Navy planes will fly in extremely cold weather off the New England coast next winter to study the impact of cold on aviation equipment and operations. Official announcements describe the program as exploratory research to assess performance in frigid conditions.
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Waleeress Service
Walmington
D.C
Door Plate Stolen From White House
Washington dispatch reports the White House secret service found the entrance door plate to the executive offices stolen by an unknown person. The incident marks a rare security lapse during Woodrow Wilson's presidency.
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White House
Universal
Washington, D
Woodrow Wiloon
Weather Forecast Ban Antonie and Vicinity
Weather forecast notes cloudy conditions. Temperatures around 94 degrees with high near 100. Winds moderate from the east. Expect warm and humid conditions with no significant precipitation.
Hearst Urges Wilkins to Return from Polar Expedition
In a London dispatch, William Randolph Hearst urges Sir Hubert Wilkins to abandon the perilous polar voyage aboard the Nandilus and Ellsworth. He expresses concern for Wilkins and crew, requests safer preparations and a sooner return, noting an injury report from Naullins and urging a more suitable vessel.
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London
Sir Hubert Wilkins
Wilkins Ellsworth
William Randolph
Sir Hubert
Yal
Yio Meagan
Phe Naullins
Bern
Bellor
Bardulph Hearst
Heat Wave Smashes Records Across Southwest States
A severe heat wave blankets the region with highs of 110 in Hays Kansas and 107 in Kon, reaching 105 at Fort Scott and 104 at Cassidy. Western Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas report 100 to 103 degrees. Tulsa and North Platte reach the upper 90s to 100s as cities contend with record heat.
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Kansas City
Seyt
Hays
Kan
Man
Fort
Scott
Fort Scott
Gariner
Cassidy
Missouri
Oklahoma
Mankini
Weather Bureau
Tulsa
Oba
Oklahoma City
North Poti
Neb
Fore Worth
Austin
Texas
Heat Likely To Persist Despite Cloudy Outlook
San Antonians may face another hot day as clouds roll in, with forecasts predicting temperatures near 98 degrees. The peak was reached Saturday at 3 p.m. when the thermometer hit a record high, marking a second such occurrence this year after Friday.
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San Antoninus
United States
Bridey
Police Seek Man in Mystery Death
Police Saturday sought Amon in connection with the death of Paul McDermott aged 26 of 815 Thurman Place who died en route to the Saute Rosa infirmary Saturday night. McDermott had been sick and it was believed his illness was natural causes but police later learned he had been struck with Winekjack.
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Amon
Paul McDermott
Thurman Place
Saute Rosa Infirmary
McDermott
Disinheritance of Leopold Reported
Archduke Bal vardr of Hayburg died in Vienna leaving a will reportedly disinheriting his eldest son Archduke Leopold if he remains in wedlock with Mrs. Alice Coburn of New York. The ducal estates would then go to Archduke Anton, Leopold’s younger brother who recently married Princess Tenna of Romania.
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Berdin
Archduke Bal Vardr
Hayburg
Vienna
Todas
Archduke Leopol
Alice Coburn
New York
Archduke Anton
Leopoli
Princeas Tenna
Rumania
Hoover Aids Favor Return of Beer in Volstead Era Letter
Washington dispatch reports a cabinet split over liquor policy with seven liberal-leaning members in favor of relaxing Prohibition. President Hoover remains outwardly opposed but privately weighing a beer amendment to the Volstead Act amid brisk cabinet and advisor discussions.
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Talvormt Serglew
Washington
D. G
Bert. G
Tooyer
Miz
Flelal
Bin
Tobla
Henry DL
Sting
Mellon
Commerce
Gamuni
Association Against the
Hearing on Freight Hike Is Adjourned
Hearings by the Interstate Commerce Commission and railroad requests for a 18 percent freight rate increase were adjourned tonight until September 24 in Chicago. Protests were voiced by farmers, minors, canners, and retailers amid sessions offering speakers a chance to be heard.
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Chicago
Tnterstate Commerce Commission
Washington
Sammers
Rubio Sons Will Study in Canada Amid Mexican Pressure
In New York on September 5 Guillermo and Fern Rubio, sons of Mexican president Pascual Ortiz Rubio, plan to attend a Canadian college next year due to political pressure from Mexico. Guillermo, 19, said friends of the president were unhappy with the U.S. government’s response after a U.S. incident in Oklahoma.
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Cohereal
New York
Mexico
Guillermo
Fern Rubio
Pascual Ortiz Rubio
United States
United Uinted
Rowsing
Oklahoma
Hitler Throws Down Gauntlet to Opponents
Nazi leader Adolf Hitler declares he will not retreat and will take responsibility in parliamentary struggle. He singles out opponents seeking violent overthrow and vows to defend the German people against threats within the party.
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Tiaidurg
Adolph Tiller
Lendar
Germus
Hla
Edyard Kottwitz Wins World Sweet Corn Eating Championship
In Ortonville South Dakota Edyard Kottwitz, 37, wins the world sweet corn eating title, devouring 37 ears to claim the first world championship in the event. More than 600 spectators witness the tourney with Kottwitz awarded an eight and a half inch silver loving cup engraved with an ear of golden Titan corn. His nearest rival eats 32 ears.
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Ortonville
Alen
Edyard Kottwitz
Grant County
South
Dake Ata
Koltwits
General MacArthur to Visit French War Leaders
Gen. Dove reports that General MacArthur chief of staff to the U.S. Army sailed aboard the Leviathan to witness the French army maneuvers. He was accompanied by Thomas J. Davis of Naperville and others as the transatlantic voyage continues amid military alliance signals.
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New York
Dove
Jan MacArthur
United States Arms
United States
Lipton Grounds Bid Amid Depression in Britain
In London on 6, reports say Sir Thomas Lipton, longtime challenger for the America’s Cup, has decided not to challenge for the trophy this year. His secretary attributed the decision to the ongoing Anglo-American depression and the need for stability before a new challenge.
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America
England
Amelia
Alec
London
Sir Thomas Lipton
Dallas
Thomas
Tropical Storm Over Caribbean
A tropical disturbance near the Caribbean Sea was still of slight intensity tonight. Weather bureau officials monitor its west northwestward movement with the center likely south of the Isle of Diner.
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Washingiua
Gay Sept
Lns
Weather Bureau
Caribbean Sea
Isle of Diner
Masked Bandit Robs Store on 1416 Cargon Street
A masked man wearing an army campaign hat and a bandanna robbed Karpiewski's at 1416 Cargon Street, escaping with $25 from the cash register. Police were alerted the same night.
Clothing Workers Win Salary Hike Nationwide
Ten thousand five hundred clothing workers in Washington win higher wages and improved working conditions after an announcement from the labor department. The action expands pay raises and better terms for apparel industry employees across the region.
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Womtrerane Meres
Washington, D.C
Toston
Battle of Valparaiso Rumors Sailors Surrender
Reports from Valparaiso say bombing raids by twelve army planes targeted rebel ships off Valparaiso and Coquimbo with claims of sinking one vessel and forcing others to flee. The government announced rebel surrender and pledged to starve out remaining mutineers, while a separate communique credited loyal forces with crushing the rebellion and restoring order.
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Taltersat Service
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Chile
Cody
Valpariso
Arozea
Blanco
Encalda
Een
Officisle
Valparaiso
Thi City
Coquimbo
Volvornizo
Ronda
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Carabiniera
Nayal Ncile
Quintero
Wome
Cin Muling
Army General Headquarters
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