Curtiss’s Historic Flight Over New York River Race
Curtiss soared a biplane toward New York City racing the river to the upper Manhattan shore. Amid crowd cheers he slowed near Spuyten Duyvil then regained speed, edging toward the ten thousand dollar prize with a decisive, steady hand.
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Curtiss Flies Albany to New York in Record Flight
Glenn Curtiss completes Albany to New York air trip in 2 hours 32 minutes landing at Manhattan then Governors Island. He receives $10,000 prize, meets General Howe, and plans another flight view before returning to New York. Weather favored the daring voyage and crowds cheered as the aviator described the journey.
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Curtiss Mores
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America
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Curtiss Pata
Early Aerial Feats Across Cities By Curtiss And Contemporaries
An imperfect OCR recounts early cross country flights by Glenn Curtiss Louis Paulhan Graham White and others with distances from 10 to 187 miles and times from under an hour to over four hours. Rival Charles Hamilton congratulates Curtiss after a Governors Island landing and Curtiss describes near misses and stalling moments amid city landmarks including Spuyten Duyvil Singer Tower and Metropolitan Tower.
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Capital Enthusiasts Laud Curtiss Flight Across State
Washington aviation leaders reacted with elation as Glenn Curtiss reportedly completed a four flight in his biplane from Albany to New York. Charles J. Bell and Prof A F Zahm praised his ingenuity, reliability, and potential impact on American aviation, noting prior outreach to demonstrate the machine’s efficiency.
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Curtiss Praise Sparks Uplift in Early Aviation Talk
In a spirited exchange, officials praise Curtiss and air power, predicting industrial flight will shape war readiness. The dialogue notes U S plans to buy numerous aeroplanes abroad and stresses American ingenuity led by Curtiss in advancing flying machines.
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Curtiss feat praised by aviation experts in New York
Special to The Washington Post reports mixed acclaim for Curtiss feat. Heitman Aero Club of America secretary calls it the most remarkable heavier-than-air achievement, while Edwin Cleary notes wind and cross country conditions made Curtiss’ flight superior to Panthans and Grahams White efforts.
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Charles Heitman
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London
Manchester
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Plathan
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Daulhan
Aviator Mars Makes 1500 Foot Glide In Air Show
J C Mars piloted an aeroplane to a height of about 1500 feet at Joplin Massachusetts on May 2. He crossed the countryside, then after 2 minutes landed 609 feet from the takeoff point. The craft swooped downward and, near 20 feet, leveled and settled gracefully. A separate two mile span by Charien F Whilards was also noted.
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Poison suspect talks in Barrow poisoning case
Nattpie Clarkson, a black domestic once employed by Mrs Florence D Barrow, is questioned by Detective Cornwell. Police say arsenic found in coffee fed to Mrs Barrow and daughters Mary and Florence. Clarkson admits few details, claims fabrication, and remains in custody pending district chemist report.
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Bribe Scandal Swirls Around Lorimer Vote
A chorus of confessions emerges as Holtzlaw admits taking 92300 to back Lorimer. Representative White claimed 81000 for Lorimer support, while Senator Lorimer evades comment and vanishes from Springfield. Broderick, accused of paying 31200, also eludes detectives as inquiries intensify.
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Senate
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Chicago
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Senate inquiry into Lorimer election to follow court case
Senate leaders indicate a special committee will investigate Senator Lorimer's disputed election after Illinois court proceedings. The inquiry, likely to include sessions in Illinois and Washington, aims to address bribery charges and may be delayed pending court outcomes. Liberal purchase contracts and terms to purchase materials are noted but not central to the inquiry.
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Weather Conditions Report From Washington and Surrounding Areas
Weather bulletin notes variable conditions across the British Northwest and eastern coasts with a mid 60s to 70s temperature range and scattered showers. It forecasts fair weather in parts of New England and North Carolina, with a sunny day ahead in the southeast and a northern cold front. Local notes include humidity around 60 to 64 percent and sunshine percentages near 74 percent. Special dispatch from Harpers Ferry, W. Va reports a windy, cloudy day with planned holiday events at Randle Highlands including a Hatmie batt and military maneuvers, medals, and speeches.
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Allts
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