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November 7, 1760
The New Hampshire Gazette
Portsmouth, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
What is this article about?
In Philadelphia, a father disapproved of his daughter's suitor and forbade him from the house. The daughter secretly rode out with the young man. The father, armed with a gun, ambushed and shot the suitor dead upon their return. Further details pending.
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We hear likewise from Philadelphia, that another tragical accident has happened there last week, viz. A Gentleman disapproved of the addresses of a young Gentleman to his Daughter, and forbid him his house; but the young lady favoured her lover, and agreed to ride out with him in a chair, by stealth. While they were out her Father got notice of the affair, walked out with his gun, and concealed himself on the road where he expected them to return: According to his expectation, the chair with the two young persons appeared, and he fired at the young man, who expired instantly. We have not yet heard any further Particulars of this affair.
What sub-type of article is it?
Tragedy
Family Drama
Crime Story
What themes does it cover?
Tragedy
Family
Love
What keywords are associated?
Tragical Accident
Father Shoots Lover
Secret Rendezvous
Philadelphia
Family Disapproval
What entities or persons were involved?
Gentleman (Father)
Young Lady (Daughter)
Young Gentleman (Lover)
Where did it happen?
Philadelphia
Story Details
Key Persons
Gentleman (Father)
Young Lady (Daughter)
Young Gentleman (Lover)
Location
Philadelphia
Event Date
Last Week
Story Details
A father forbids a young gentleman from courting his daughter, who secretly rides out with him. The father ambushes and shoots the suitor dead upon their return.