U S Dirigible Sets Record Flight to St Johns Newfoundland
The United States Navy dirigible C-5 completed a record voyage from Montauk Point to St. Johns Newfoundland, covering about 900 miles in favorable weather. It landed safely after earlier sighting reports and brief wireless contact loss before final approach.
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ST. Johns
N. F
Montauk Point
United States Navy
Signal Hill
Washington
Montauk
L. A
Newfoundland
Nova Scotia
Plans for Seaplane Azores Crossing Amid Weather Delays
Seaplanes NC-1 NC-3 and NC-4 prepared for Atlantic crossing to the Azores with a possible launch this afternoon from Newfoundland and Halifax. Weather delays at Wrepassey, with expected sea conditions and visibility to determine start times for the multi-aircraft flight.
NC-4 On Way To Trepassey
Halifax May 15 United Press reports the seaplane NC-4 landed on water near Halifax for repairs during the Halifax to Newfoundland flight. Experts say the repair capability shows NC planes can descend repair and resume voyage without help if needed. The craft was seen circling and then headed toward Newfoundland at 12 47.
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Halifax
United Press
Newfoundland
J Bay
NC4
Society Women Are Held as Swindlers
Mrs. Samuel Tranin and Mrs. Fr. E K Samis, prominent in Kansas City society, were arraigned on charges of obtaining money under false pretenses. They pleaded not guilty and were released on $10,000 bonds after arrest earlier in the day. The alleged swindle netted about 75,000 in cash and 1,000 in notes from female victims working girls. The case involved persuaded money for commodities the government would soon purchase. hearing scheduled for a later date.
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Kansas City, Mo
Samuel Tranin
FR. EK. Samis
Govmt
Terms for Austrians Discussed at St Germain Conference
Paris May 15 The big four consulted experts on military and naval terms of the Austrian peace treaty. The former dual monarchy has no effective forces. Conference focused on details ahead of final drafting. Disposition of former Austro Hungarian territory and borders are crucial, with the document to be presented to the Austrian delegate who arrived at St Germain.
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Fred S. Ferguson
United Press
Paris
St. Germain
Allies Reject German Peace Notes on Labor Provisions
Allied and associated governments reject much of Germany's draft on international labor law. They stress labor questions as vital to domestic peace and mankind, propose a conference at Vermilies, and compare proposed voting rules and representation with existing peace terms.
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Germany
Workirtk Claseen
League of Nations
International Organization of
Vermilies
Trades Unions
Berne
Paria
Trades Unions’ Conference
Leeds
Trades Unionns of
Trades Unions’ Organizations
Bohemia
Bulgaria
Denmark
France
Greece
Holland
Italy
Norway
Austria
Sweden
Switzerland
Spain
Hungary
Brockdorff-Rantzan
Ministry of Labor
International Labor Office
Clemenceau
Labor Organization
Versailles
Washington
Keach
Japanese Like U S He Says At Dinner In Tokyo
In Tokyo on May 16 United Press reports at a banquet honoring Wallace Alexander and Robert Lynch of the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce officers and leading Japanese businessmen attended. Viscount Kentaro Kaneko praised U S and Japan as powers able to help free others and join East and West on equal terms. Baron Shibusawa, president of the First Bank, was present.
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Tokyo
United Press
Aaron Fulichi Shibusawa
Wallace Alexander
Robert Lynch
San Francisco
Hungarian Reds Announce Victory Over Czechs in Hungary
Hungarian soviet forces defeated the Czechs and seized territory north of Salgo Tarjan. They captured six machine guns and 27 car loads of coal. No word came from the Romanian front. Foreign Minister Bela Kon sent notes to Germany and Austria protesting possible annexation of western Hungary if Austria and Germany unite.
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Edward Bing
United Press
Budapest
Salgo Tarjan
Bela Kon
Hungary
Austria
Germany
German sentences for death of Liebknecht
Berlin May 15 The captains Runge and Vogel were sentenced for complicity in the murder of Karl Liebknecht and Rosa Luxemburg Spar tacan leaders Runge got two years in prison Vogel two and a half years The other five defendants were acquitted.
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Berlin
United Press
Runge
Karl Liebknecht
Rosa Luxemburg
Lieut
Vogel
Advertising Spotlight: The Star's Marketing Influence
A brief homage to The Star as a leading voice in advertising, praising its reach and impact on campaigns. The note highlights how advertisers align with The Star to shape consumer attention and brand narratives.
Bon Marche Silk Counter Promotes Various Fabrics
In fair weather or foul the Bon Marche Silk Counter advertises Silk Mixed Pongees at 95 cents and 35 inch pongee in natural colors. It highlights Wash Satin lingerie fabrics in ivory and pink, and Chiffon Taffeta and Faille Silk offerings on the upper main floor with numerous colors and sizes.
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Bon Marche
Delft
Navy
Faille
Alice Blue
Rose
Silk Petticoats In Regular And Extra Sizes
Advertisement notes silk petticoats in regular and extra sizes in a wide array of colors and styles. Prices range from 3.95 to 22.50, highlighting new and best designs available.
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U.S
U. S
Azores
Partment
A. E. Johnson
Wrepassey
Atlantic
Tow
Ponta del Gada
Page
Hawker
Rayneham
Trepassey
Reds
Liebknecht
Second Avenue
Yargain
Brown
Oxfords
Vici Kid
Louis
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