New York, N.Y: Mayor Gaynor inspects the new fire apparatus purchased for the city and felicitates the two oldest horses in the department. Potsdam, Germany: The United States presents a statue of August von Steuben to the German people. ...See moreNew York, N.Y: Mayor Gaynor inspects the new fire apparatus purchased for the city and felicitates the two oldest horses in the department. Potsdam, Germany: The United States presents a statue of August von Steuben to the German people. Spezzia, Italy: The Italian warship "Count de Cavour" is launched and is being rushed to completion for use in the war with the Turks. Leadville, Colo: Two of the miners entombed for 72 hours in the mines at Leadville. Melbourne, Australia: Lord Denman, the new governor of Australia, is officially received and reviews the Colonial troops. Stargard, Germany: The Imperial couple witness the dedication of St. Mary's Church. Milan, Italy: The King of Italy reviews the maneuvers of the troops prior to their departure for Tripoli. Toulon, France: The battleship "Liberté" lies a wreck in Toulon Harbor since her terrible explosion, which caused the death of 300 officers and men. The battleship "République" received an injury from a piece of armor plate, weighing 10 tons, blown from the "Liberté" 300 yards away. Denver, Colo: President Taft enjoys the hospitality of the Capital City, and presents an automobile and gold watch fobs to the Denver baseball team on the grounds. Washington, D.C: The Mystic Order of the Veiled Prophets held their annual conclave. Allentown, Pa: Blasting out 50,000 tons of rock at one time, using 10,100 pounds of explosive in 17 holes, each 115 feet deep. Longmont, Colo: The Annual Pumpkin Pie Day is a great success this year. Evansville, Ind: Aviator Robinson makes a successful flight in a Curtis hydroplane. Paris, France: The fall styles in women's tailored suits and gowns. Written by
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