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January 22, 1859
The Caledonian
Saint Johnsbury, Caledonia County, Vermont
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A Paris correspondent reports that Paul Morphy is universally recognized as the greatest living chess master, surpassing even historical figures like Philidor and La Bourdonnais. Anderssen calls him invincible and admires his genius and modesty. Morphy won four of five casual games against Anderssen yesterday and plans no more formal matches in Europe.
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A Paris correspondent of the New York Express says:
'It is now conceded, on all sides, that Paul Morphy is the greatest master of Chess in existence; and it is confidently asserted that were Philidor and La Bourdonnais living he would have vanquished them, as he has their successors. Anderssen declares him invincible, and is as enthusiastic in his admiration of the young American's genius and modesty as are all who know him. Yesterday the two late rivals played five off-hand games, of which Morphy won four. The latter will probably play no more matches during his sojourn in Europe, but will content himself with an occasional encounter with the best players, at odds.'
'It is now conceded, on all sides, that Paul Morphy is the greatest master of Chess in existence; and it is confidently asserted that were Philidor and La Bourdonnais living he would have vanquished them, as he has their successors. Anderssen declares him invincible, and is as enthusiastic in his admiration of the young American's genius and modesty as are all who know him. Yesterday the two late rivals played five off-hand games, of which Morphy won four. The latter will probably play no more matches during his sojourn in Europe, but will content himself with an occasional encounter with the best players, at odds.'
What sub-type of article is it?
Biography
Personal Triumph
Prodigy
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
Moral Virtue
What keywords are associated?
Paul Morphy
Chess Master
Anderssen
Invincible
Genius
Modesty
What entities or persons were involved?
Paul Morphy
Anderssen
Philidor
La Bourdonnais
Where did it happen?
Paris, Europe
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Key Persons
Paul Morphy
Anderssen
Philidor
La Bourdonnais
Location
Paris, Europe
Story Details
Paul Morphy is acclaimed the greatest chess master alive, predicted to defeat historical legends if alive; Anderssen praises his genius and modesty after Morphy wins four of five casual games yesterday; Morphy plans no more formal matches in Europe.