On April 10th, 1901, the Brooklyn Daily Eagle reported an unprecedented influx of 85,000 tourists in Rome for Holy Week festivities, highlighting the heightened public interest in upcoming royal events. Accommodations were overwhelmed, indicating the significance of tourism during this period alongside the royal family. Conversely, on the same date in 1940, the Eagle noted the excitement surrounding the Kentucky Derby, branding it a national holiday for racing fans as enthusiasts prepared to converge on Louisville. This article captured the essence of American cultural events and the importance of public celebrations during these times.
"For years past, Rome has never been so overcrowded with foreign visitors as this season. It is computed that no less than 85,000 tourists..."
"That race makes it a sort of national holiday for racing fans. The day they will celebrate at Churchill Downs is Saturday..."
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