January 30, 1922
King Boris of Bulgaria is about to announce his engagement to Princess Jolanda of Italy, according to a New York Times dispatch from Rome, which quotes Sofia newspapers.
This engagement "will arouse divided opinions" in Italy. The marriage will undoubtedly strengthen Bulgaria's dynasty among other European nations, especially Yugoslavia, Romania and Greece.
Princess Jolanda is the eldest daughter of King Vittorio Emanuele and Queen Elena. She was born at the Quirinal on June 1, 1901. The Princess is Roman Catholic.
King Boris, who is six years older than the princess, was baptised as an infant, according to the Roman Catholic rites, but two years later, he was received into the Orthodox faith, as the Bulgarian constitution requires the heir to the throne be raised in the Orthodox church.
Monday, January 30, 2012
Frederik VIII proclaimed king
January 30, 1906
Frederik VIII was proclaimed King of Denmark today, reports the New York Times.
"King Christian the Ninth is dead! Long Live King Frederik the Eighth!"
The proclamation was made by Denmark's Premier, who appeared on the palace balcony and announced to a crowd of 50,000 people the death of King Christian IX and the succession of his eldest son Frederik VIII.
There were "roars of cheers" and the city's "forts thundered a royal salute," as King Frederik stepped out on the balcony.
"Our old King, my dearly beloved father, has closed his eyes. He fell asleep peacefully and calmly, having faithfully discharged his royal duties to the last.
"In taking over the heavy heritage placed on my shoulders I cherish the confident hope, and offer a sincere prayer that the Almighty may granted me strength and happiness to carry on the Government in the spirit of my dearly beloved father, and that I may have the good fortune to reach an understanding with the people and their chosen representatives on all that tends to the good people and happiness of our beloved fatherland.
"Let us joy in the cry, 'Long live the Fatherland!.'"
King Christian will be buried in Roskilde Cathedral, where his wife, Queen Louise, is interred.
Frederik VIII was proclaimed King of Denmark today, reports the New York Times.
"King Christian the Ninth is dead! Long Live King Frederik the Eighth!"
The proclamation was made by Denmark's Premier, who appeared on the palace balcony and announced to a crowd of 50,000 people the death of King Christian IX and the succession of his eldest son Frederik VIII.
There were "roars of cheers" and the city's "forts thundered a royal salute," as King Frederik stepped out on the balcony.
"Our old King, my dearly beloved father, has closed his eyes. He fell asleep peacefully and calmly, having faithfully discharged his royal duties to the last.
"In taking over the heavy heritage placed on my shoulders I cherish the confident hope, and offer a sincere prayer that the Almighty may granted me strength and happiness to carry on the Government in the spirit of my dearly beloved father, and that I may have the good fortune to reach an understanding with the people and their chosen representatives on all that tends to the good people and happiness of our beloved fatherland.
"Let us joy in the cry, 'Long live the Fatherland!.'"
King Christian will be buried in Roskilde Cathedral, where his wife, Queen Louise, is interred.
Concerns for the Princess of Asturias' son
January 30, 1902
The Marquise de Fontenoy reports today on the "grave fears" for the health of the Princess of Asturias' infant son, the "heir presumptive to the Spanish throne."
Since his birth three months ago, Infante Alfonso "has grown neither in weight nor size." His wet nurses have been changed four times, and now, the doctors, "in utter despair," are considering "to bring him up on the bottle."
It is "doubtful under the circumstances" whether Alfonso "will survive infancy." The only thing "in his favor" is that his uncle, the present King of Spain was an "equally unpromising baby."
The Marquise de Fontenoy reports today on the "grave fears" for the health of the Princess of Asturias' infant son, the "heir presumptive to the Spanish throne."
Since his birth three months ago, Infante Alfonso "has grown neither in weight nor size." His wet nurses have been changed four times, and now, the doctors, "in utter despair," are considering "to bring him up on the bottle."
It is "doubtful under the circumstances" whether Alfonso "will survive infancy." The only thing "in his favor" is that his uncle, the present King of Spain was an "equally unpromising baby."
Saturday, January 28, 2012
A daughter for the Vendomes
The Duchess of Vendome gave birth to her second child, a daughter, Antoinette, earlier today in Vienna.
The former Philomena Tornos y Steinhart married Prince Jean, Duke of Vendome on May 2, 2009. On November 19, 2009, the Duchess of Vendome gave birth to a son, Prince Gaston.
The former Philomena Tornos y Steinhart married Prince Jean, Duke of Vendome on May 2, 2009. On November 19, 2009, the Duchess of Vendome gave birth to a son, Prince Gaston.
Friday, January 27, 2012
George's Widow to be Queen Mary
January 27, 1936
The late George V's widow will continue "to be called officially Queen Mary and not Queen Mother Mary" after the king's funeral, and "at least until KIng Edward VIII marries," according to a decision by governmental and court officials.
The Chicago Daily Tribune also reports that "according to King George's will, which is not published," Queen Mary "has been left Sandringham House as long as she lives, after which it reverts to King Edward." The newspaper reports that the new King Edward VIII will "substitute Fort Belvedere, at Sunningdale on the edge of the Windsor forest, for Sandringham as his country home." Fort Belvedere is closer to London.
Fort Belvedere is crown property. It was refitted recently "with modern furniture, an outdoor swimming pool, and a tennis court." There are only fifteen rooms in house house, but it is "likely to become Edward's favorite abode even after he moves in Buckingham Palace."
The late George V's widow will continue "to be called officially Queen Mary and not Queen Mother Mary" after the king's funeral, and "at least until KIng Edward VIII marries," according to a decision by governmental and court officials.
The Chicago Daily Tribune also reports that "according to King George's will, which is not published," Queen Mary "has been left Sandringham House as long as she lives, after which it reverts to King Edward." The newspaper reports that the new King Edward VIII will "substitute Fort Belvedere, at Sunningdale on the edge of the Windsor forest, for Sandringham as his country home." Fort Belvedere is closer to London.
Fort Belvedere is crown property. It was refitted recently "with modern furniture, an outdoor swimming pool, and a tennis court." There are only fifteen rooms in house house, but it is "likely to become Edward's favorite abode even after he moves in Buckingham Palace."
Kira denies she's engaged to the Prince of Asturias
January 27, 1932
Grand Duchess Kira of Russia is "denying reports of her engagement to the Prince of Asturias, former heir to the Spanish throne," reports the Associated Press.
Her mother, Grand Duchess Victoria confirmed that there "was no engagement at present, " but my daughter shows a serious liking for the young man."
Grand Duchess Kira and the Prince of Asturias are second cousins. Their mothers, Grand Duchess Victoria Feodorovna and Queen Victoria Eugenia, are first cousins.
Grand Duchess Kira of Russia is "denying reports of her engagement to the Prince of Asturias, former heir to the Spanish throne," reports the Associated Press.
Her mother, Grand Duchess Victoria confirmed that there "was no engagement at present, " but my daughter shows a serious liking for the young man."
Grand Duchess Kira and the Prince of Asturias are second cousins. Their mothers, Grand Duchess Victoria Feodorovna and Queen Victoria Eugenia, are first cousins.
Princess Pat loves Americans
January 27, 1912
Princess Patricia of Connaught loves New York, according to an exclusive dispatch to the Los Angeles Times. The princess spent four days in New York City with her parents, the Duke and Duchess of Connaught. There are so many things that she liked: "the Metropolitan Tower and the art galleries," as well as the opera house and "the fascinating glimpse of lower Broadway."
The princess has made friends, and revels in the new "American girls' dance."
For four days, the charming and very pretty "fair-haired English girl" has had a "glorious American good time. Some of King George's subjects "hold to a strange, old, whimsical idea that New York is an 'inartistic' city and America a land of 'crudity,'" but this is a view not held by Princess Patricia of Connaught.
She is interested in the American girls' lives because she has :found that American girls have for the most part been brought up less simply than she herself."
A Princess's education is not "hedged about with formality nor cushioned in luxury." Princess Patricia has known "much of magnificence," yet "her own life has been, for the biggest part of each of her twenty-four years a simple thing." She was brought up simply, but with a "certain sternness. She also has a "freshness of enjoyment that many an American girl lacks.
Her education has been such "as to fit her for any station from artist's wife to Queen."
Princess Patricia of Connaught loves New York, according to an exclusive dispatch to the Los Angeles Times. The princess spent four days in New York City with her parents, the Duke and Duchess of Connaught. There are so many things that she liked: "the Metropolitan Tower and the art galleries," as well as the opera house and "the fascinating glimpse of lower Broadway."
The princess has made friends, and revels in the new "American girls' dance."
For four days, the charming and very pretty "fair-haired English girl" has had a "glorious American good time. Some of King George's subjects "hold to a strange, old, whimsical idea that New York is an 'inartistic' city and America a land of 'crudity,'" but this is a view not held by Princess Patricia of Connaught.
She is interested in the American girls' lives because she has :found that American girls have for the most part been brought up less simply than she herself."
A Princess's education is not "hedged about with formality nor cushioned in luxury." Princess Patricia has known "much of magnificence," yet "her own life has been, for the biggest part of each of her twenty-four years a simple thing." She was brought up simply, but with a "certain sternness. She also has a "freshness of enjoyment that many an American girl lacks.
Her education has been such "as to fit her for any station from artist's wife to Queen."
Thursday, January 26, 2012
The Leishmans call on Prince Henry
January 26, 1912
American Ambassador John Leishman and Mrs. Leishman "made their introductory call" on Grand Admiral Prince Henry of Prussia and his wife, Irene, at the royal castle in Berlin, where "their Royal Highnesses arrived for the Kaiser's birthday celebrations."
Ambassador Leishman wore his "uniform for the occasion, reported the New York Times. The Ambassador and his wife were not accompanied by their daughter, Nancy.
American Ambassador John Leishman and Mrs. Leishman "made their introductory call" on Grand Admiral Prince Henry of Prussia and his wife, Irene, at the royal castle in Berlin, where "their Royal Highnesses arrived for the Kaiser's birthday celebrations."
Ambassador Leishman wore his "uniform for the occasion, reported the New York Times. The Ambassador and his wife were not accompanied by their daughter, Nancy.
Love is in the air ... or in the car
January 26, 1906
King Alfonso XIII returned to Biarritz today to lunch privately with his fiancee, Princess Ena of Battenberg, and her mother, Princess Henry, reports the New York Times.
At 3 p.m., the King and Princess Ena got into Lord Dudley's automobile for an afternoon spin to Bayonne. A little bit of wooing, or spooning?
After returning, the King rested "for a short time in a room reserved for him at the hotel," and then had dinner with the two princesses. At 11:00 p.m., the King returned to San Sebastian.
King Alfonso XIII returned to Biarritz today to lunch privately with his fiancee, Princess Ena of Battenberg, and her mother, Princess Henry, reports the New York Times.
At 3 p.m., the King and Princess Ena got into Lord Dudley's automobile for an afternoon spin to Bayonne. A little bit of wooing, or spooning?
After returning, the King rested "for a short time in a room reserved for him at the hotel," and then had dinner with the two princesses. At 11:00 p.m., the King returned to San Sebastian.
Another "exclusive" interview with Danish Queen
Queen Margrethe II has been giving numerous "exclusive" interviews on the occasion of her Ruby Anniversary. Here is the newest exclusive:
http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/01/26/uk-denmark-queen-paintings-idUSLNE80P02L20120126
http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/01/26/uk-denmark-queen-paintings-idUSLNE80P02L20120126
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Crown Prince and Crown Princess of Prussia in San Remo
January 25, 1888
Crown Prince Friedrich and Crown Princess Victoria of Prussia arrived today in San Remo, and were presented with "handsome bouquets," on the occasion of their wedding anniversary," reports the New York Times.
The Crown Prince and Crown Princess are celebrating their 30th anniversary.
The Crown Princess opened a charity bazaar in San Remo, and was again "presented with bouquets, the gift of the British and American residents of San Remo."
In the evening, the Crown Prince and Princess enjoyed a "display of fireworks" over their residence, the Villa Zirio. A local band serenaded the imperial couple below their windows. The Crown Prince appeared before a window, and "bowed in recognition of the compliment."
Tomorrow, the Crown Prince's second son, Prince Heinrich, will travel to Milan to meet his fiancee, Princess Irene, and her father, the Grand Duke of Hesse and by Rhine.
Crown Prince Friedrich and Crown Princess Victoria of Prussia arrived today in San Remo, and were presented with "handsome bouquets," on the occasion of their wedding anniversary," reports the New York Times.
The Crown Prince and Crown Princess are celebrating their 30th anniversary.
The Crown Princess opened a charity bazaar in San Remo, and was again "presented with bouquets, the gift of the British and American residents of San Remo."
In the evening, the Crown Prince and Princess enjoyed a "display of fireworks" over their residence, the Villa Zirio. A local band serenaded the imperial couple below their windows. The Crown Prince appeared before a window, and "bowed in recognition of the compliment."
Tomorrow, the Crown Prince's second son, Prince Heinrich, will travel to Milan to meet his fiancee, Princess Irene, and her father, the Grand Duke of Hesse and by Rhine.
Juliana remains indoors
January 25, 1938
Crown Princess Juliana of the Netherlands did not live the palace today for her usual walk or automobile drive," reports the New York Times. The princess is expecting her first child.
Her private secretary said that the "bad weather" was the reason for the princess to stay inside. But many believe that "medical intervention" will be needed if the Princess's "condition remained unchanged."
Crown Princess Juliana of the Netherlands did not live the palace today for her usual walk or automobile drive," reports the New York Times. The princess is expecting her first child.
Her private secretary said that the "bad weather" was the reason for the princess to stay inside. But many believe that "medical intervention" will be needed if the Princess's "condition remained unchanged."
Princesses who work with their hands
January 25, 1908
Several royal ladies are, according to the Chicago Daily Tribune, "efficient workwomen." Archduchess Isabella of Austria, the wife of Archduke Friedrich, "makes scented candles." The Duchess of Guise is said to be a "skilled milliner," and is also known for her skill in making artificial flowers. Duchess Philipp of Württemberg makes "ordinary surgical bandages" and "elastic stockings.
Princess Hermine Reuss makes watches and has exhibited her work. Princess Arnulf of Bavaria enjoys making "beautiful lace." Princess Ingeborg of Sweden is a "noted toymaker." All of the "gollywogs and other dolls, as well as the dolls' houses and furniture," in the nursery of her three daughters, Princesses Margaretha, Martha and Astrid, were made by her.
Several royal ladies are, according to the Chicago Daily Tribune, "efficient workwomen." Archduchess Isabella of Austria, the wife of Archduke Friedrich, "makes scented candles." The Duchess of Guise is said to be a "skilled milliner," and is also known for her skill in making artificial flowers. Duchess Philipp of Württemberg makes "ordinary surgical bandages" and "elastic stockings.
Princess Hermine Reuss makes watches and has exhibited her work. Princess Arnulf of Bavaria enjoys making "beautiful lace." Princess Ingeborg of Sweden is a "noted toymaker." All of the "gollywogs and other dolls, as well as the dolls' houses and furniture," in the nursery of her three daughters, Princesses Margaretha, Martha and Astrid, were made by her.
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