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Amelia Earhart attempts to become the first woman to fly the Atlantic...



Item # 671098

June 06, 1928

THE WORLD, New York, June 6, 1928 

* Woman aviator Amelia Earhart
* About to make history
* Airplane "Friendship" - 1st stage flight


The ftpg. begins with a two column head: "Miss Earhart Plans Atlantic Hop To-Day If the Wind Changes" with several subheads including: "Attempt May Be Made For A Distance Record". Also a photo of: "Wilmer Stultz", the pilot.
After weather & other complications Earhart would fly the Atlantic on June 17 becoming the first woman to do so.
Complete in 28 pages, good condition.

Category: The 20th Century