September 17, 1923
There are unconfirmed reports out of Rome that Princess Mafalda of Italy, the second daughter of King Victor Emanuel and Queen Elena, has died The Associated Press reports that this rumor "lacks official confirmation. Prime Minister Mussolini, however, has received a telegram from the king, saying there are "grave developments" regarding the condition of Mafalda and her younger sister, Princess Giovanna.
The two princesses are suffering from Typhoid fever.
Crown Prince Umberto has been recalled to Racconigi.
Later this afternoon, the premier received a phone call from the king who said that Mafalda's condition had "abated" and her doctors believe she has passed through the "critical stage."
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