The first attempt, to reach the North Pole by air was made in 1897. A balloon was used, but the attempt ended In tragedy, for it was never heard of again, and no remnant of it has ever been found.
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Timaru Herald, Volume CXXV, Issue 18629, 26 July 1930, Page 14
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