Eckener Defends Hindenburg Flight Plans From Lakehurst Critics
Aboard the Zeppelin Hindenburg en route to Germany on May 12 Dr. Mago Eckener challenged critics of Lakehurst arrangements. He praised U S aid and weather plans, predicted a 40 hour crossing to the channel, and noted decisions on detours near Nova Scotia as the dirigible neared its northern course. Captain Lehman said he was overwhelmed by hospitality at Lakehurst and Washington. The craft’s position placed it about 1,605 miles east of New York City with eastward travel averaging around 60 mph.
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No Armed Guards For Mr. Hopkins
President Hopkins orders WPA state administrators to end armed guards and spying on workers. He bans blacklisting and discriminatory actions that affect unemployed people due to beliefs or affiliations, following protests in New York City and Allegheny County.
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WPA
Harry L. Hopkins
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New York City
Allegheny County
Teacher Is Suspicious In Frankin Junior High Tale
In Tampa on May 13 a Franklin Junior High teacher questions pupils as a girl defines gratitude as what maps show opposite longitude while a boy claims gratitude keeps things from flying into space. The teacher suspects ragged behavior.
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Franklin Junior High School
Boy Killed by Own Gun Near Botetourt County Home
In Fincastle Virginia early today 12 year old Carl Boothe son of J E Boothe of Mount Union in Botetourt county was killed instantly by a shotgun blast from his own gun. The boy reportedly set the gun against a stone and it discharged striking his neck and severing the jugular vein while he was shooting crows near his home.
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J. E. Boothe
Mount Union
Botetourt County
Anniversary of Capitol Limited Train Milestone
The Capitol Limited of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad marks its thirteenth anniversary run on May 13 as the only all-Pullman service between Washington and Chicago. In May 1932 the Capitol Limited became the third long distance train in the country fully air conditioned, and its total mileage nears eight million.
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Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Washington
Chicago
Winchester Ordinance Bans Vehicle Advertising Sounds
The City of Winchester adopts an ordinance prohibiting devices emitting sound on vehicles used for commercial advertising. Violations carry fines from 25 to 100 dollars, per offense, enforced by police justices. The measure takes effect upon passage and required publication.Authorized by Mayor Co. R. Anderson with Acting Clerk Arthur M. Field. May 13, 1911.
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Arthur M. Field
In Memoriam for Mrs Sophia Whitlock One Year On
A memorial notice marking one year since Mrs Sophia Whitlock died on May 13 1935. The heartfelt tribute from her husband and children recalls her devotion kindness and enduring memory. The family hopes to meet again in heaven and asks readers to remember her each day.
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Sophia Whitlock
For Sale Three‑Room Modern House in Sunnyside Area
Three room modern house with basement and garage on 100 foot lot listed in Sunnyside. Contact Marion Michael at Winpberter for details.
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Marion Michael
Sunnyside
Winpberter
Alcohol And Gas Fuels Debated
DETROIT Mich May 13 The explosive question of whether alcohol mixed with gasoline will be the solution to future American power problems is debated with interest and urgency.
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Debate on agriculture industry and science in conference
Francis P. Gargan of the Chemicalne, sponsor of recent gasoline blends, was to argue the affirmative side in a conference on agriculture, industry, and science. William R. Boyd of the American Petroleum Institute was expected to present the opposing view on straight gasoline.
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