Zeitungsreise: Living History
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The Meran shooting range committee announces a four-day open shooting match beginning on May 31 in honor of Archduke Johann. The event commemorates the previous year's shoot in Schenna and offers cash prizes in convention thalers.
In memory of the marksmanship competition in Meran from 18 to 29 May 1851. Held as a primary shooting competition by H.I.H. Archduke Johann of Austria, following the assumption of ownership of Schlosse Schönna. The main shooting stand was located at Rufinplatz, today Theaterplatz.
Report on the ceremonial conclusion of the Tyrolean provincial shooting festival in Meran, including an address and prize distribution by Archduke Johann. Marksman Mosmair from Passeier is crowned Champion Marksman, while the absence of a delegation from Rovereto causes dismay.
Following the conclusion of Archduke Johann's shooting competition, the Countess of Meran visited the town's infant nursery. She sampled the children's food, donated fifty gulden to the facility, and advocated for similar protective welfare institutions for older youth.
A report from Meran on the ongoing shooting competition, where Archduke Johann, Archduke Heinrich, and marksmen from Welschtirol and Vorarlberg recorded notable hits. The following day, an official banquet was held at the Erzherzog Johann inn, featuring a moving speech by the Archduke.
Account of the major provincial shooting festival in Meran attended by Archduke Johann and accompanied by a celebratory concert by Tyrolean composer Joseph Netzer. With over 1,500 marksmen registered, the shooting competition is extended.
Report on the Merano marksmen's festival of May 1851, detailing the ceremonial reception of visiting companies from the Oberinntal, Vintschgau, Lana, Tirol, Marling, and the Stubai Valley. Alongside patriotic addresses honoring Emperor Franz Joseph and Archduke Johann, the account highlights a warm encounter between a German-speaking and an Italian-speaking Tyrolean veteran.
In May 1851, celebrating his residence at Schenna Castle, Archduke Johann hosted a grand marksmen festival at the Meran shooting grounds. Following a ceremonial procession through the town, the Archduke presented an ornate ibex-horn cup of honour to the Meran marksmen, reaffirming his deep ties with Tyrol.
In May 1851, Archduke Johann travels with his family to Meran via Innsbruck. Commemorative medals and shooting prizes crafted in Vienna are ready for transport, while work continues in Innsbruck on the main prizes for the upcoming shooting competition.
The Bozner Zeitung reports on the upcoming opening of a major shooting festival in Merano, financed by Archduke Johann with around 4,000 florins. Alongside lavish prizes and honorary banners for the provincial shooting stands, separate competitions are prepared for young marksmen.
A report from Meran on the solemn funeral of Major General Collery, attended by Archduke Heinrich and other noble guests. It also announces the upcoming marksmen's festival sponsored by Archduke Johann, relocated from Schenna to Meran to accommodate the large scale of the event.
A detailed report on the solemn conclusion of the imperial shooting competition in Meran in October 1850. In the presence of Archduke Johann, Viceroy Rainer, and Prince Heinrich, awards and ceremonial speeches were delivered, followed by evening celebrations.
Archduke Johann arrives in Merano to a festive reception for the provincial shooting match, visiting the shooting range and Schenna Castle. Meanwhile, the imminent arrival of Emperor Franz Joseph is announced, alongside reports on participant numbers and top marksmen.
In October 1847, Archduke Johann travels from Trient via Bozen to Meran with his entourage. In Bozen, he takes lodgings at the Kaiserkrone inn.
Archduke Johann arrived in Innsbruck from Meran, accompanied by Lieutenant Colonel v. Froßsard. Following a brief stay at the inn zur goldenen Sonne, he continued his journey toward Salzburg.
The Bozner Zeitung reports on the widespread enthusiasm in the upper Adige Valley following the elevation of Archduke Johann's son Franz to Count of Meran. It also highlights the archduke's purchase of Schenna Castle as a foundation for establishing his family's presence in Tyrol.
Account of Archduke Johann's arrival in Meran following a journey on foot and horseback across the Jaufen Pass. After a ceremonial reception and high-level visits, he departed early the next morning for Bregenz.
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