Night Macon disaster survivors recount dramatic open sea ordeal
Survivors aboard rescue cruisers tell how the navy airship Macon plunged off Point Sur near Carmel California. Two sailors were left behind as the ship sank within twenty minutes after the stern struck the water. Commander A T Clay notes gasoline fumes and fires but no injuries. Survivors describe chaotic scenes and improvised clothing as they abandoned ship.
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Point Sur
Carmel
Calif
San Francisco
Pacific
BE. E. Dailey
Florentino Edquiba
Tests Racer for Transcontinental Dash
Wiley Post tests the Winnie Mae Lockheed Vega over Los Angeles in preparation for a planned six hour transcontinental flight through the stratosphere. The new craft features a detachable landing gear that could be dropped after takeoff, potentially adding 50 miles per hour.
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Wiley Post
Los Angeles
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Winnie Mae
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Red Cross Names Grayson as Chairman to Succeed Payne
The American Red Cross appoints Rear Admiral Cary T. Grayson, retired, as chairman following the death of John Barton Payne. The appointment comes after the passing of President Wilson.
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John Barton Payne
Cary T. Grayson
Elan
Wilsoa
Clinton
Leona Ladehoff
Iowa Legion Auxiliary
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