Chronology of aviation

The Secretary has received from Mr. Hudson Maxim and Mr. William J. Hammer a limited number of reprints, just issued, of the very complete “Chronology of Aviation” which they originally prepared for the World´s Almanac of 1911. The data embrace the essential facts relating to aerial progress. In addition to a short historical resume, the contents include tables giving altitude records, speed records, quick starting and slow speed records, passenger carrying records, English channel and other over-water flights, cross-country flights, and notable distance and duration flights. There are also statistics relating to accidents and data relative to spherical and dirigible balloons or airships, etc. Of no small interest are the tables giving the most important work of the Wright brothers. There are doubtless many of the members of the Institute who are much interested in this subject and who would be glad to obtain a copy of this interesting brochure. They can do so without charge by applying to the Secretary.