In 1922, the US Army performed maneuvers out of Fort Riley Kansas including balloon wireless telegraphy from Point Judith. As part of the expirement, the Signal Corps released what was called a big war balloon. The action drew spectators from all over the state.

Providence Journal August 27, 1902

PawtucketTimes August 27, 1902

Providence Journal August 30, 1902

Providence Journal September 2, 1902

News & Observer September 2, 1902

Pawtucket Times September 3, 1902

Pawtucket Times September 5, 1902

Woonsocket Call September 5, 1902

Providence Journal September 5, 1902

The Topeka Daily Herald September 15, 1902