Tag Archives: Mary Solbrig

The Steenbock – Pohlers Affair: Part I

Posted on October 11, 2024 by SCblogger

The first soap operas began as radio programs in 1930. People soon became absorbed in the lives, and scandals, of these fictional radio characters. It was a welcome break from life in the Great Depression. In 1933, the citizens of … Continue reading →

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Davenport’s Mary Solbrig: Believed to Be the Nation’s First Female Airplane Mechanic

Posted on December 6, 2018 by SCblogger

In the early 20th century, The Pioneer Era of aviation began. The first powered airplanes were taking off, and men and women wowed large crowds at fair exhibitions with their flying machines. Among them was Davenport’s very own Oscar Solbrig. … Continue reading →

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