December 1, 1926
Yes, it is true: Princess Ileana of Romania did have a brief romance during her visit to the States earlier this year. The young man in question is a West Pointer, The Princess attended a dance at the military academy, and two escorts were selected for her: Henry G. Douglas of Bel Air, Maryland, and William J. Glasgow of Washington, D.C.
She became smitten with Cadet Glasgow, the manager of the army's soccer team. Glasgow is also considered "the Adonis" of the academy.
After dancing with Cadet Douglas, Ileana made her choice. She danced several times with Glasgow, and then suggested "a retreat for fresh air, a view of the moon, and the great palisades."
But as in all fairy tales, the midnight clock strikes, and the princess has to leave. Two days before she was scheduled to sail home, Ileana made a request, asking if Cadet Glasgow could join her in New York for lunch. His commander said no. Ileana was not to be thwarted, so she made another suggestion. If she returned to West Point, could Cadet Glasgow join her there for lunch. His commander agreed. The luncheon took place at the Thayer Hotel, near the military academy. Others, including Cadet Douglas, were also present to "satisfy convention."
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