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Article : 154 wordsMlle. Helene Dutrieu, in competing for the "Femina" Cup, made a "record" flight in France. The cup was to be given to the airwoman who has accomplished the ...
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Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW : 1895 - 1930), Sun 15 Jan 1911, Page 19
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