Bakers Inventor Unveils Kiteplane He Claims Solves Free-Fall
Frank Steffans of Los Angeles, a baker and aviation hobbyist, has perfected a kiteplane with rigid biplanes and large lift surfaces that act like parachute tails when power fails. Trials show it prevents nosedives and enables soft landings, praised as a radical departure with merit by the Southern California Aero club.
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Oklahoma Bank Conversion Marks First Shift in Guarantee System
The treasury approved Farmers' State bank of Oklahoma City to convert into a national bank, renaming it Farmers' National Bank of Oklahoma City. The Oklahoma institution has a capital of $160,000, signaling a notable change in the guaranteed banking system.
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Insurance Agent Death by Own Action in Oakland
Edward D. Atwood an insurance agent in Oakland Calif committed death by own action by shooting last night. The report mentions tonics and compounds for hair loss and dandruff sold by druggists and barbers though no clear connection to the death is stated.
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