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Tuesday, August 8, 2023 Update-Historians Go Fund Me needs Your assist.
We now have raised $3235 and need to raise $250.00 this week.
On-Line Use this Link The Historians Podcast, organized by Bob Cudmore
Or send a check made out to Bob Cudmore to 125 Horstman Drive, Scotia, NY 12302. Much Thanks
Aviation pioneer Edward Heath
By Bob Cudmore
Aviator Edward B. Heath tried to fly his first airplane at the Antlers golf course in Fort Johnson near Amsterdam in 1910 but the attempt ended in a crash. No one was hurt. The golf course is now called Rolling Hills.
Heath was born in Brooklyn in 1888. He lived in the Amsterdam area for a few months. His uncle and cousin, Chester and Frank Johnson, helped Heath build his first airplane at their Johnson Machine Shop on Cedar Street in Amsterdam.
Historian Hugh Donlon reported on the flight, “Twirling the propeller for the start was hazardous and when the plane’s motor finally got the go-ahead spark, aviator Heath had to climb aboard while the ground crew temporarily restrained all 36 horsepower. Not far down the improvised runway and traveling at tremendous speed, the wheel post broke and a wing sagged. The pilot escaped and tow back to the machine shop was made.
“Similar disappointment came in later tests on the Mohawk River flats east of Fonda, but when the flying machine was exhibited at the Fonda Fair in October it attracted crowds.”
The Aviation Heritage Web site indicated that Heath’s plane, patterned after a Bleriot monoplane, did have some successful flights in the Mohawk Valley.
After working for a time with pioneer aviator Glenn Curtiss in Hammondsport, N.Y., Heath moved to Chicago where he started a company that made airplane parts in World War I.
He won trophies in air races and manufactured the Heath Parasol, an ultralight airplane that he marketed as a kit. A 1928 ultralight built by Heath was called the Baby Bullet.
Heath died in a 1931 plane crash in Morton Grove, a Chicago suburb. He was testing a new low-wing aircraft design when the fatal accident occurred.
The company he founded—Heathkit—changed from making airplane kits to making kits for amateur radio gear, electronic test equipment and even television receivers. The firm filed for bankruptcy in 2012 and began restructuring in 2013. The company now has a live website at www.heathkit.com and sells electronic products.
Tomorrow, Bob Cudmore and David Brooks talk about The Erie Canal
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
David Brooks describes unfulfilled plans to build a canal linking the Erie Canal with the Sacandaga Valley in the Adirondacks. Brooks is education coordinator of the history site, Schoharie Crossing, in Fort Hunter.
Take a Tour, Thanks to New York by Rail
Erie Canal Cruises in the Mohawk Valley
Take a cruise down the Erie Canal! Experience the historic waterway on an entertainment yacht, complete with commentary about historic sites along the route, and area wildlife. Perfect for the whole family! Learn more at: https://www.newyorkbyrail.com
Thursday, August 10, 2023-From the Archives of Focus on History from the Daily Gazette-Last flight over Japan
Friday, August 11, 2023-Episode 487-Christina Baker Kline, Orphan Train from 2015. Plus the debut of The History Mystery
Mohawk Valley Weather, Tuesday, August 8, 2023
71 degrees in The City of Amsterdam at 6:26AM
A slight chance of showers between 8am and noon, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 75. Light and variable wind becoming west 6 to 11 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. West wind 10 to 14 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Wednesday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. West wind around 14 mph.
Mohawk Valley News Headlines, Tuesday, August 8, 2023
Daily Gazette
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By Bob CudmoreTuesday, August 8, 2023 Update-Historians Go Fund Me needs Your assist.
We now have raised $3235 and need to raise $250.00 this week.
On-Line Use this Link The Historians Podcast, organized by Bob Cudmore
Or send a check made out to Bob Cudmore to 125 Horstman Drive, Scotia, NY 12302. Much Thanks
Aviation pioneer Edward Heath
By Bob Cudmore
Aviator Edward B. Heath tried to fly his first airplane at the Antlers golf course in Fort Johnson near Amsterdam in 1910 but the attempt ended in a crash. No one was hurt. The golf course is now called Rolling Hills.
Heath was born in Brooklyn in 1888. He lived in the Amsterdam area for a few months. His uncle and cousin, Chester and Frank Johnson, helped Heath build his first airplane at their Johnson Machine Shop on Cedar Street in Amsterdam.
Historian Hugh Donlon reported on the flight, “Twirling the propeller for the start was hazardous and when the plane’s motor finally got the go-ahead spark, aviator Heath had to climb aboard while the ground crew temporarily restrained all 36 horsepower. Not far down the improvised runway and traveling at tremendous speed, the wheel post broke and a wing sagged. The pilot escaped and tow back to the machine shop was made.
“Similar disappointment came in later tests on the Mohawk River flats east of Fonda, but when the flying machine was exhibited at the Fonda Fair in October it attracted crowds.”
The Aviation Heritage Web site indicated that Heath’s plane, patterned after a Bleriot monoplane, did have some successful flights in the Mohawk Valley.
After working for a time with pioneer aviator Glenn Curtiss in Hammondsport, N.Y., Heath moved to Chicago where he started a company that made airplane parts in World War I.
He won trophies in air races and manufactured the Heath Parasol, an ultralight airplane that he marketed as a kit. A 1928 ultralight built by Heath was called the Baby Bullet.
Heath died in a 1931 plane crash in Morton Grove, a Chicago suburb. He was testing a new low-wing aircraft design when the fatal accident occurred.
The company he founded—Heathkit—changed from making airplane kits to making kits for amateur radio gear, electronic test equipment and even television receivers. The firm filed for bankruptcy in 2012 and began restructuring in 2013. The company now has a live website at www.heathkit.com and sells electronic products.
Tomorrow, Bob Cudmore and David Brooks talk about The Erie Canal
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
David Brooks describes unfulfilled plans to build a canal linking the Erie Canal with the Sacandaga Valley in the Adirondacks. Brooks is education coordinator of the history site, Schoharie Crossing, in Fort Hunter.
Take a Tour, Thanks to New York by Rail
Erie Canal Cruises in the Mohawk Valley
Take a cruise down the Erie Canal! Experience the historic waterway on an entertainment yacht, complete with commentary about historic sites along the route, and area wildlife. Perfect for the whole family! Learn more at: https://www.newyorkbyrail.com
Thursday, August 10, 2023-From the Archives of Focus on History from the Daily Gazette-Last flight over Japan
Friday, August 11, 2023-Episode 487-Christina Baker Kline, Orphan Train from 2015. Plus the debut of The History Mystery
Mohawk Valley Weather, Tuesday, August 8, 2023
71 degrees in The City of Amsterdam at 6:26AM
A slight chance of showers between 8am and noon, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 75. Light and variable wind becoming west 6 to 11 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. West wind 10 to 14 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Wednesday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. West wind around 14 mph.
Mohawk Valley News Headlines, Tuesday, August 8, 2023
Daily Gazette
Support Local Journalism
To subscribe https://dailygazette.com/subscribe/
Paper-Paper, On-line and e-edition
When Credibility Matters
APD: Suspect shot victim once at Veterans Park with legally owned handgun, then weapon malfunctioned
AMSTERDAM — The Amsterdam woman charged with shooting another woman at Veterans Park on Sunday is believed to have fired…
Tracks restored, Route 5 reopened after CSX freight train derailment
TOWN OF AMSTERDAM — All damaged cars from a derailed CSX freight train have been cleared from the tracks and…
EDITORIAL: Government must ensure all speech is protected
It’s reasonable, and even admirable, for public officials to react strongly to racist and antisemitic protests in their community and…
Waite: What we should try in our small towns
Last month, country music artist Jason Aldean released a controversial music video shortly before he played a concert at Saratoga…
https://dailygazette.com/
RecorderNews
Broadalbin-Perth to kick off school year with fundraiser-driven ‘Warrior Week’
Amsterdam Riverfest Saturday, a look around – Images (10 photos)
https://www.recordernews.com/
Leader Herald Make Us A Part Of Your Day
https://www.leaderherald.com/