Albert I to Visit U.S.

The current reigning Monarch,  Prince Albert II of Monaco – Image source, Pinterest 

Will Be First Visit From Reigning European Ruler

NEW YORK, Aug. 30. That these United States are about to enjoy for the very first time in all their history the honor of a visit from a real reigning European sovereign is promised or threatened by the proposed landing here in the near future of Albert I, Sovereign Prince of Monaco and overlord world-famed and world-fed gambling resort Monte Carlo. Hitherto, we have had to content ourselves, so far as ruling Royalty is concerned, with the privilege of welcoming the late Emperor Dom Pedro of Brazil in 1876, and some years later Kalakaua, the King of the Sandwich Islands. 

It was during the life and reign of Queen Victoria that King Edward VII, then the Prince of Wales, made his memorable Another report, most interesting in this connection, is that King George and Queen Mary are contemplating a trip to Washington and New York before returning home from their tour of Canada next year. Already in official and social circles discussion has begun as to the honors due these distinguished guests will be and the etiquette that will befit the occasions, there being no precedent whatever for guidance. It is safe to assume, however, that his exalted rank will insure Albert I of Monaco against too critical examination by the immigration authorities as to his gambling connections and the summary deportation that might otherwise befall him.—Special to the Mercury-Herald. 1913

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