U-4 Near Portugal on Historic Transatlantic Flight
The NC-4 seaplane nears Lisbon on its first ocean crossing attempt with Washington reporting the craft in mid journey. Departed Ponta Delgada at 6:18 this morning, it logged about 450 miles to Ponta Delgada station and covered the leg in roughly six hours amid rising speed as fuel is burned.
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Lisbon
United Es Navy
NC-4
United States
Ocean
Ponta Delgada
Nile
TENTS BEGUN TUESDAY FOR FIRE SUFFERERS RELIEF
Erection of twenty more tents began Tuesday on South Conception Street in Mobile under Alex Hancock. Nearly fifty tents are up housing families who lost homes last Wednesday. The plan is to reach one hundred tents at about $100 each as funds permit, with many applicants waiting. A finance appeal urges citizens to contribute to cover relief expenses and continue aid to fire victims.
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Augusta
Savannah
Alex Hancock
Citizens’ Relief Committee
D. P
M l
Mobile
A . Penses
Generato
National heroes arrive in Edinburgh after air crossing rescue
Harry G Hawker and Lieutenant Commander MacKenzie Grieve arrived in Edinburgh after being rescued by the Danish ship Mary when their Atlantic crossing plane landed at sea. They traveled from Thurso and were carried to a hotel by cheering crowds after being landed by a British warship yesterday. The pair were breakfasted at the hotel before a 10 o'clock train departure amid cheers.
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Edinburgh
Scotland
Harry G. Hawker
MacKenzie Grieve
Mary
Ocean
London
Thurso
Wilson Indicates He Will Not Seek Third Term
Paris May 27 President Wilson implies he will not pursue a third term while praising Brazilian President-elect Dr. Epitacio Pessoa. In remarks at a Pan American peace delegation dinner, Wilson says his residency should not ahead of Pessoa’s presidency and reflects on shared aims and duties of American leadership amid global change.
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Paris
Epitacio Pessoa
Brazil
Pessoa
Exeon
Mobile Light and Rat Company Withdraws Fare Petition
The Mobile Light and Rat Company withdrew its fare petition after a letter from President J. Howard Wilson, written from a Missouri resort, stated the company did not favor increasing fares and was not willing to extend service as anticipated at that time.
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Mobile Light and Rat Company
J. Howard Wilson
Company
Maouri
Dent
Seaplane NC-4 Reaches Lisbon in Transatlantic Flight
The Associated Press reports the American seaplane NC-4 started from Ponta Delgada for Lisbon at 10 18 Greenwich time. Weather was clear and the mission hinged on the surviving NC-4 from Trepassey Newfoundland. The NC-4 had engine trouble near Chatham but was repaired and resumed the voyage toward Trepassey and the Azores.
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Associated Press
Ponta’ Pier
NC-4
Lisbon
Greenwich
New York
United Naval
Ponta Fa
Trepassey
N. F
Sea States Naval
Rock Point
Halifax
Chatham
Mass
Clifax
Wn.f
Sey
Azores
House committee backs repeal of semi luxury taxes in war bill
The Ways and Means Committee in Washington voted to favor a resolution repealing semi luxury taxes in the war revenue bill. Action on broader tax levies was deferred, with plans to seek early progress on other tax provisions as the panel weighs changes to soda water duties and related items.
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Associated Press
Washington
House
Ways and Means
Ah Fordney
Meeting of Baptists Ends Tonight
The twelfth annual water spiritual convention will adjourn tonight after concluding sessions. Adoption of measures or statements is expected as the meeting winds down.
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Associated Press
Peety EF. Ag
University of Alabama Grants Diplomas to Class of 89
Eighty nine graduates received diplomas at the University of Alabama commencement. Dr Frank McVey of the University of Kentucky delivered the annual address. Medals were awarded by President Denny to conclude the exercises.
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University
University of Alabama
Thig Pg
Frank McVey
University of Kentucky
Denny
No More Shingle Roofs Allowed in Mobile City
Mobile passes an ordinance prohibiting shingle or wooden roofing in the city. The measure, introduced by Commissioner Harry Pillans, cites fire risk and winds, allows repairs of existing roofs up to one tenth of the structure per year, and becomes effective 30 days after passage.
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City OF Mobile
Mobile
Harry Pillans
wWegnessey
Former Fireman Before Recorder in Auto Case
Willie Williams, 29, of 207 Charleston Street, ex Hose Company No 8 member, is before the recorder on charges of using an automobile without owner consent. He and a man known as A allegedly took the car, wrecked it after a joyride on April 26, and fled until Monday. James Williams, 15, also faces auto use and wrecking charges involving W. W from the Mobile and Ohio Railroad auditing department, with case continued to May 31.
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Willie Williams
Charleston Street
Hose Company No. 8
Fire Ees
Thur Williams
William Moody
William Youngblood
Hestos
Conception Streets
Moody
Williams
Hill
Birmingham
James Williams
W. W Nee
Auditing Department
Mobile and Ohio Railroad
Statutory Offenses Charged to Two Taxicab Drivers
State warrants charging a statutory offense were served on Sam Powe and Archie McCall, taxi drivers, in the northern city district Tuesday morning. The court summoned two witnesses with bond set at 1,000 dollars. Palmer Kelly appeared in court on the vagrancy charge and the case was held over until Wednesday. Bond was fixed at 200 dollars, which was posted. Viola Kittrell and another woman faced assault-related allegations as the chief and solicitor arranged for further action.
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Sam Powe
Archie McCall
Recorder’s Co
Hugo
B. Blain
Sostead
Ong
Paleet
Delegates Sent to Conference With Chamber of
A district plan to send delegates to a conference is approved in partnership with the Chamber of commerce. The move aims to coordinate regional representation and strengthen ties with the Pan-Sneeze initiative and related committees.
Italian Troops From Sokia Reembark After Landing
Italian soldiers who landed at Sokia 56 miles southeast of Smyrna have reembarked after their mission. The report notes the units involved and the date of the operation, with emphasis on the withdrawal and return of personnel.
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Sokia
Panay
Smyrna
Minor
Bios
Baptists Plan for Campaign in the Fall
Dr W W Hamilton secretary of evangelism for the Home Mission Board will arrive in Mobile from Atlanta to join Baptist ministers in planning an evangelistic campaign to start September 21. The campaign will cover Mobile area with 50 to 75 workers and extend to Almore Converse Bayou la Batre Grand Bay Theodore including colored and white churches. Hamilton will speak at Poiret Church on Wednesday.
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Mission Board
Atlanta
Simutaneous
Andica
Sta Mobile
Almore
Oonelle
Tee County
Bayou la Batre
Une
Grand Bay
Theodore
Hamilton
Poiret
Wireless firm to take Chinese capital backing
A wireless company plans to raise capital from Chinese investors amid shifts in Asian finance. Officials in Peking confirm discussions proceed quietly with potential partners, while market observers weigh risks and regulatory hurdles.
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Wireless Company
Armistice Request Used as Subterfuge Claim
An unclear notice notes that an armistice request is being used as a subterfuge. The text mentions authority figures and a commander in chief, but details remain vague and fragmented.
Australian delegation hails airmen after Hawker feat
Paris May 27 The Australian peace conference delegation praises the daring flight attempt by Hawker and his crew, declaring the world will not pay this pluck for a new aviation breakthrough. The achievement tests the ability of pilots to cross vast spaces, even as the airplane awaits full technical proof.
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Associated Press
Paris
Harry
Australia
al Sa
Hawker
Airmen Despite Fire Across Atlantic Fail to Reach Land
A Daily Mail reporter aboard with Harry Hawker and Lt Cmdr Grieve recounts a failed Atlantic crossing attempt from Inverness. Turbulent clouds forced dives and radiator water loss as they battled to maintain altitude, failing to steer, then choosing to stay at about 1000 feet and press on despite doubts of success. A separate note states a wet field cancels a mobile versus Chattanooga game.
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Associated Press
London
Daily Mall
Harry G. Hawker
MacKenzie Grieve
Inverness
Scotland
Atlantic
Hawker
Shipping Committee Gathering Facts
The shipping committee of the chamber discusses gathering facts and aims to identify sources to move forward with trade and commerce. The meeting focuses on securing materials, evaluating markets, and coordinating with shipping interests to support economic activity.
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Shipping Committee
Germany's Reply Terms Delayed At Peace Conference
Paris May 27. Reports say Germany seeks more time before presenting terms to the Allies at the peace conference. German delegates may delay to secure concessions on reparations and a plenary session expected to decide on the Austrian and Russian questions amid division over signing the treaty.
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Washington
Mayathermany
von Brock
Parla
Kolchak
Omsk
Raise Granted All Teachers in Public Schools
Public school teachers receive across the board pay raises with increases varying by grade. Salaries rise on the scale with minimums, maximums, and higher boosts for lower steps, plus a $504 yearly credit for summer study and professional work.
Doughboys Move in Early War News Met by Allied General
Police report from Coblenz dated May 26 notes General Fay of the French occupation forces arriving for talks with General Agee. German signatory fears loom among troops in the end area as contingents may advance if negotiations fail.
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Coblenz
Associated Press
Fayoflie
Sinc
Branden
Weather forecast notes continued storms across eastern regions
Official forecast indicates a low pressure area from the lower Mississippi Valley to the South Pacific coast bringing thundershowers. The system is set to affect Mobile on Wednesday with continued unsettled conditions across the eastern half of the country.
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Texas
Ippi
South Pacific
Theower
Ami
Mobile
Vanderbilt Students Honor Commodore Celebration
Vanderbilt students honor the Commodore in a campus celebration led by the student body. The event features Alumni and faculty recognition as part of a tradition marking twenty five years of the celebration.
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Vanderbilt
Annedates ‘Rees
Thisi
Allies Offer Money and Supplies to Kolchak Regime
Paris May 27 The council of four and Japan have offered Admiral Kolchak funds and arms if he permits a constituent assembly vote or holds elections if conditions allow. The offer aims to stabilize the former Russian government and resume order amidst upheaval.
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Paris
Associated Press
Council of Four
Japan
Admiral Kolchak
Ne Omsktal
Epst
le Ae Yao
No School Fare Discussion Delivers Ticket Plan
Commission members debated fare changes and reduced ticket prices for six cent fares amid talks of track extensions and building improvements. Officials warned funding gaps could leave capital projects stalled without additional revenue.
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Eener
Commission
Fragmented financial note on building plants and deficits
A damaged fragment discusses a monthly rate and annual deficit projections for a heavy transportation program. It mentions a one-year deficit, a potential saving or restructuring plan, and concerns about continuing current rates and larger costs, with a pointer to continued coverage on another page.
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Pfam
Academ
Doctor Injured When Car Hit by Engine Train
Dr. C. B. Chapman, a Louisville and Nashville physician living at 308 North Jefferson Street, was seriously hurt when his car collided with an engine near Commerce and Saint Francis streets. The vehicle wrecked and he suffered rib injuries and bruises. he was taken to a local infirmary. Police filed a report at headquarters.
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Louisville
Nashville
Pany
C. B. Chapman
North Je Street
Non of Commerce
St. Fra
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