What happened on Saturday June 13, 1914?

Here's what happened on June 13, 1914:

• Publication of James Joyce's *The Dubliners* James Joyce's groundbreaking short story anthology *The Dubliners* was published in London, featuring iconic stories like 'Araby' and 'The Dead'. This collection would become a seminal work in modernist literature, offering profound insights into early 20th-century Irish life.
• Kaiser Wilhelm and Archduke Franz Ferdinand Meeting Kaiser Wilhelm of Germany concluded his visit with Archduke Franz Ferdinand, discussing the delicate balance of power in the Balkans. The meeting was particularly significant as tensions were rising in Europe, and the Archduke was scheduled to visit military expansion efforts in the region later that month.
• First Dutch Soldier Killed in Peacekeeping Mission Major Lodewijk Thomson of the International Gendarmerie was fatally shot by a suspected sniper during fighting near Durrës, Albania. This marked the first time a Dutch soldier was killed during a peacekeeping mission, highlighting the dangerous nature of international law enforcement efforts.
• René Viviani Becomes French Prime Minister René Viviani was appointed as the 81st Prime Minister of France after receiving a decisive vote of confidence of 370 to 137 by the French National Assembly, marking a significant moment in French political leadership.
• French Forces in Moroccan Conflict During the Zaian War, French military forces successfully repelled attacks from the Zayanes tribal confederation around Khenifra in Morocco, continuing the complex colonial conflicts of the early 20th century.
• Miners Day Parade Riots in Butte, Montana Tensions erupted during a Miners Day Parade in Butte, Montana, with riots breaking out due to long-standing feuds between the local leadership of the Western Federation of Miners and dissident union members, highlighting the volatile labor relations of the era.
• First Film by Australasian Films Australasian Films made cinematic history by releasing its first feature film, *The Shepherd of the Southern Cross*, a romantic drama starring Vera Pearce as a noblewoman entangled in a complex love triangle set in early 20th-century Australia.
• Deadly Thunderstorm in Paris A catastrophic thunderstorm struck Paris, resulting in the tragic deaths of fourteen people, mostly public workers. The storm overwhelmed the city's storm sewer system, causing severe street flooding and significant urban disruption.
• Expansion of Thailand's Northern Rail Line The Northern Rail Line in Thailand expanded its infrastructure by adding new stations, including Ban Pin, Ban Thung Lo, and Prachuap Khiri Khan, contributing to the country's transportation development.
• Mary Browne Wins Tennis Championship American tennis champion Mary Browne defeated Marie Wagner in a decisive match, winning 6–2, 1–6, 6–1 to claim her third women's singles title during the U.S. National Championships.

Events in 1914

June 13, 1914: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Jun. 13, 1914

Newspapers from Jun. 13, 1914

June 13, 1914 was a Saturday and it was the 164th day of the year 1914 in the Gregorian calendar.

June 13, 1914 can also be written as 6/13/1914 in the US and as 13/6/1914 in UK and Europe.

June 13, 1914 in June 1914 calendar

Famous people born on June 13, 1914:

• Frederic Franklin

  Renowned English-American ballet dancer and choreographer who significantly influenced 20th-century dance.

• Anna Maria Ortese

Famous people born in 1914

Famous people born on June 13th

June 13, 1914: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on June 13, 1914 was He's a Devil in His Own Home Town by Eddie Morton, according to the music chart for the week June 8th and June 14th.

1. Eddie Morton - He's a Devil in His Own Home Town
2. Fred Van Eps (as Van Eps Trio) - The Original Fox Trot
3. Henry Burr - In the Heart of the City That Has No Heart

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for June 13th is Gemini.

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June 13, 1914: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for June 13, 1914 is Tiger and the associated element is Wood.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on June 13, 1914 was Waning gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on June 13, 1914 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on June 13, 1914 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 59% full, rising at 11:13 pm and setting at 10:58 am.

The previous full moon was on Jun 08, 1914 while the next full moon would come on Jul 07, 1914.

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Someone born on June 13, 1914 is:

110 years 11 months old,

or 1331 months and 1 day old,

or 5787 weeks and 4 days old,

or 40513 days old,

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