Earth reaches furthest distance from sun in 1929
On July 4, 1929, Earth will be at the year’s maximum solar separation, about 94,450,000 miles from the sun, marking the aphelion moment in the orbital cycle.
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1929
Page
5
On July 4, 1929, Earth will be at the year’s maximum solar separation, about 94,450,000 miles from the sun, marking the aphelion moment in the orbital cycle.
The record compares Earth's distance to the Sun with January 1 data showing the Sun at 91,340,000 miles away. This note underscores a measured variation in orbital distance between two dates in the period.
Parole Commissioner Ambrose J. Kennedy, presiding at his first hearing since appointment after Edward Parrish's death, recommended 18 paroles, denied eight applications, and held 28 for further consideration before acting.
County high schools will perform this afternoon at 4 15 in the Y M C A Music Week program. Boonsboro High School Orchestra directed by Richard A Mumma features a growing student group now with thirty members. The Hancock Toy Band led by seven year old Stephen Noel will wear white uniforms with red capes and toy instruments. The program also lists performances by Gaesie O Mine Boys Odette London Bridge and a Boonsboro High School Glee Club.
Charlton May 7 report Genevieve Moore and Donald Moore ill with mumps. Clyde Ankeney spent weekend with parents. Genevieve returned from grandparents Mr and Mrs H Smail Two Locks. Mrs H N Ankeney and daughters Olive and Grace visited Mrs Della Walsh Shady Bower. Samuel Gruber critically ill but improving. Olive and Grace Ankeney, Howard Ankeney, and Jeannette mentioned.
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