...times that of the i^reat German station at Ñauen. The first message sent out by the new station was : This is the first wireless message to be heard around the world and marks a milestone on the road of ^cientific achievement. In a radio message of reply Secretary Daniels said : Congratulations...

...ever flashed around the earth. On that day the Secretary of the Navy received the following dispatch : This Is the first wireless message to be heard around the world, and marks a milestone on the road of scientific achievement. LAFAYETTE RADIO STATION. This dispatch was picked up by stations...