Tuesday September 25, 1934

No Post today: But good news.  The America’s Cup stays in the U.S:

NEWPORT, R.I., Sept. 25. — The America’s Cup will remain in the United States. The most bitterly contested series of races for the famous old yachting trophy ended today when Rainbow, the defender, boiled over the finish line fifty-five seconds ahead of Endeavour.

Here is what else was happening 80-years-ago.

Hugh S. Johnson resigned as head of the National Recovery Administration.

King Victor Emmanuel III of Italy announced an amnesty for all Italians imprisoned for two years or less, in celebration of the birth of Princess Maria.

Chicago Daily Tribune Sept 25, 1934
Chicago Daily Tribune Sept 25, 1934

 

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