14 Apr 1913
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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1913
Page
1
A would be assassin named Alegre fired at King Alfonso as crowds cheered the monarch’s ride to the palace. Authorities say the anarchist testified he acted to avenge Ferrer, while loyalists urged punishment.
A chronology of attacks on King Alfonso including 1903 Madrid shooting with his mother, 1904 Paris bomb near the Royal Palace, 1906 Madrid bombing during a wedding carriage, 1908 Barcelona attack, 1911 Malaga explosion, and 1913 Madrid gunfire by Rafael Sanchez Alegre.
News describes King Alfonso's swearing in ceremony in Madrid when a suspected anarchist fired three shots. A policeman restrained the attacker, two subsequent shots wounded guards, and the king rode on, praising the crowd’s calm and declaring the first shot well aimed but miraculously missed.
Seven people died and fifteen were injured when an excursion train derailed on the Montreal Chambly branch of the Central Vermont Railway four and a half miles from St. Lambert. The train carried about 700 passengers on a free trip to Albani subdivision real estate buyers. Most fatalities occurred in the first two cars after telescoping ends, and escaping boiler steam hampered evacuations. Names include J. Moses and Margaret Deer a ten year old, with unidentified victims among the wreckage. Authorities cite spreading rails as the probable cause.
In London on April 13 a doctor attends Mrs Pankhurst as her condition remains serious. Slogans and cries drown out speakers at Hyde Park as police escort suffragettes from the park. Disorder also erupts at Wimbledon Common and Hampstead Heath with mounted police aiding protection.
Mrs Ethel Clark 37 wife of Captain Thomas Clark of the coal barge Harrisburg is jailed without bail by Magistrate Naumer after the drowning of John Dunn 20 of 62 Newell Street. Clark claims Dunn assaulted her and she fell overboard during a struggle. Dunn’s body was recovered with help from others. Captain Clark was paroled until Tuesday.
A benefit for the Volunteer Fresh Air Fund and French Day Nursery drew many attendees in festive attire. Mrs James Lees Laidlaw gave a ten minute suffrage speech as men and women clapped and cheered, creating a lively scene that resembled a spontaneous uprising in the crowd.
New York Times special reports Albany that Special Commissioner Blake says Great Meadow Prison construction losses may reach nearly half of the $1.1 million spent. He cites graft from conception, notes poor materials, and a site of quicksand and drainage problems.
Corderes argues dueling is the most honorable method to settle certain questions, insisting it remains a legitimate defense in the upcoming Sunday edition of the Times.
The New York Times reports Brussels observations as over 100000 coal miners walk off work at the end of their shifts seeking manhood suffrage reform. Predictions push the strike to 300000 tomorrow and up to half a million in days, with leaders vowing peace while others fear bloodshed.
Gen Pedro Ojeda surrender of 300 Federal troopers to US border troops follows a five day siege by State forces and Yaqui Indians led by Gen Alvaro Obregon. About 200 dead, 60+ wounded on both sides. Ojeda mourns Capt Figueroa killed during the retreat. Obregon claims victory and vows to push Huerta troops from Guaymas.
George F. Hughes a 21 year old Cornell freshman in mechanical engineering was arrested by Sheriff Miller and Police Chief Buck for forging checks to obtain about 200 dollars. Bond set at 1000 dollars. he allegedly confessed and had cashed a 15 dollar check at First National Bank.
Robert C. Ogden III, president of the Conference of Education in the South, could not attend duties in Richmond this week due to a call in New York. W. H. Poma reportedly met him at his home, delaying Ogden’s planned appearance.
The deinking cup 1 event features Sarah Fabsee delivering a standout performance powering a dominant beat. Officials report strong showing across entries as local artists showcase talent and competitive energy.
A report by the Bureau of Municipal Research criticizes the Detective Bureau's records as inaccurate and incomplete. It cites 1912 homicide and arrest figures, notes the Rosenthal case inflating detectable work, and urges detailed efficiency records and improved reporting practices. It faults precinct discretion and hidden promotions and removals in shaping false impressions of efficiency.
London reports end to rumors of a serious securities loss valued at 17 500 dollars. The mystery arose from a recovery advertisement and linked an official to the disappearance, but inquiries show the official held a subordinate post and the bonds were traced and recovered.
The Canadian Pacific steamer Princess Sophia capt. Charles Campbell struck Sentinel Island at 2:10 am. A large hole opened in the bow but the ship’s double bottom kept her afloat and she proceeded under her own steam to Vancouver B C. She is taking little water and in no danger. the accident occurs near the spot where sister liner Prince May wrecked on August 5, 1910.
Yale Academia sophomores rallied to protest the senior society system, threatening to decline elections if reforms are not adopted. They urge eliminating excessive secrecy abolishing top day and changing member selection to reduce social bias and elitism.
Five people were injured when their car ran into a tree near Hornell New York. Mrs. Joseph Rammacher and Mrs. Henry Bond, both of Hornell, were reported to be in critical condition and likely to die. The others sustained minor bruises as the driver tried to avoid an oncoming motorcycle and lost control on a country road.
An automobile carrying Thomas Mahoney and his brother Richard fell into the Saw Mill River at Farragut Street crossing after skidding on the bridge. Richard swam to shore after freeing himself from under the car. Thomas remained trapped and was rescued after retrieval from the water.
Arthur Hunkenet Shaw, son of Robert Gould Shaw, has gone to Europe as his wife seeks a divorce. Known as the "millionaire newspaper reporter," Shaw will offer no defense to the charges and is said to be a victim of habits of intoxication.
The pope grows weaker with difficult respiration and fluctuating fever as doctors weigh a second consultation. Attendants, guards, and anxious relatives fill Vatican grounds while prayers rise from Roman churches and pilgrims in Rome and America.
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