February 29, 1964
Princess Alexandra gave birth to a son today, according to the New York Times. The leap year baby is 13th in line of succession to the throne, but he will drop to 16th after three other royal births "expected later this year."
Princess Alexandra, 27, was married last April to the Hon. Angus Ogilvy, second son of the Earl and Countess of Airlie. The princess is a first cousin of Queen Elizabeth, and is the daughter of the late Duke of Kent and Princess Marina, Duchess of Kent.
The baby was born at their home, Thatched House Lodge in Richmond Park, Surrey. His name has not been announced. He will not have a title, as he is the son of a younger son of an earl.
Queen Elizabeth II expects a fourth child next month. Princess Margaret, the Queen's sister, and the Duchess of Kent, sister-in-law of Princess Alexandra, are also expecting babies.
Friday, February 28, 2014
Princess Louise is ill
February 28, 1924
Princess Louise of Belgium is "seriously ill at Wiesbaden," according to a dispatch from the Associated Press. The Princess, a daughter of the late King Leopold II, is 66 years old. Her "fine constitution still permits hope for recovery," it is said.
But her doctors "fear she will not survive" due to her advanced age and her "grief over the recent death" of Count Mattasich.
The Belgian court has been informed. Her daughter, Dorothea, Duchess of Schleswig-Holstein, has been summoned to her mother's bedside.
Princess Louise of Belgium is "seriously ill at Wiesbaden," according to a dispatch from the Associated Press. The Princess, a daughter of the late King Leopold II, is 66 years old. Her "fine constitution still permits hope for recovery," it is said.
But her doctors "fear she will not survive" due to her advanced age and her "grief over the recent death" of Count Mattasich.
The Belgian court has been informed. Her daughter, Dorothea, Duchess of Schleswig-Holstein, has been summoned to her mother's bedside.
Is the Crown Prince trying to arrange a peace with Croys
February 28, 1914
Is Crown Prince Wilhelm, eldest son of the German Emperor, "acting as intermediary" between the Duke of Croy and his family? A special cable from the New York Times' Berlin correspondent notes that "court circles" are wondering why the Crown Prince paid a visit to the Duke and Duchess of Croy at their hotel in Berlin. Could this mean an "approaching recognition" by Wilhelm II and his court of the Duke of Croy's American wife, the former Miss Nancy Leishman.
There are also reports that the Crown Prince is trying to bring about a reconciliation between the Duke and his family, who have been "estranged from him since his marriage." He married against the wishes of his family, and they consider his marriage to Miss Leishman to be morganatic.
The Duchess did not accompany the Duke last week when he attended the wedding of "one of her former ardent admirers, Count Georg Fugger because of her ostracization by the Court set."
Is Crown Prince Wilhelm, eldest son of the German Emperor, "acting as intermediary" between the Duke of Croy and his family? A special cable from the New York Times' Berlin correspondent notes that "court circles" are wondering why the Crown Prince paid a visit to the Duke and Duchess of Croy at their hotel in Berlin. Could this mean an "approaching recognition" by Wilhelm II and his court of the Duke of Croy's American wife, the former Miss Nancy Leishman.
There are also reports that the Crown Prince is trying to bring about a reconciliation between the Duke and his family, who have been "estranged from him since his marriage." He married against the wishes of his family, and they consider his marriage to Miss Leishman to be morganatic.
The Duchess did not accompany the Duke last week when he attended the wedding of "one of her former ardent admirers, Count Georg Fugger because of her ostracization by the Court set."
Royal Marriages Act still extant ... for now
At the most recent Privy Council meeting on February 11, the first order of business was "Declaration of Consent to the marriage of Edward David Lascelles and Sophie Emma Cartlidge."
Although the British Parliament passed the Succession to the Crown Act in 2013, the legislation cannot be implemented until all of the other 15 countries, where the Queen is Sovereign, also implement the law. New Zealand recently passed the law, but Australia has not. Canada faces legal challenges to the law, as well.
http://www.smh.com.au/federal-politics/political-news/australia-blamed-for-delay-to-changes-in-royal-succession-laws-20140228-33n1d.html
This means nothing has really changed. Prince Michael and Lord St. Andrews have not regained their rights. (The new law restores the rights of dynasts who have married Roman Catholics, but Roman Catholics still cannot succeed to the throne.) The Royal Marriages Act (1772) was also tossed out. The new law requires only the first six in the line of succession to seek permission to marry.
But with the new law not yet fully promulgated, the RMA is still the law, and still in use.
The Hon Edward Lascelles is the fourth and youngest child of the 8th Earl of Harewood and his first wife, Margaret Messenger. He was born on November 19, 1982 at Bath. His two eldest siblings, the Hon. Emily Shard and the Hon. Benjamin Lascelles, are not dynasts because they were born before their parents' marriage. Benjamin is also not eligible to inherit the Harewood earldom, even though he is the first son. The heir is the second son, Alexander, who bears the courtesy title, Viscount Lascelles. He is unmarried, and has a son, Leo, who has no succession rights.
The Hon. Edward Lascelles is second in line to the Harewood earldom. He and Miss Cartlidge most likely met in Bristol, where they both lived. Miss Cartlidge is the daughter of Nigel and Katharine (nee Hall) Cartlidge.
http://privycouncil.independent.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/11th-Feb-2014.pdf
The Earl of Harewood is the son of the 7th Earl of Harewood, whose mother, Princess Mary, was the only daughter of King George V and Queen Mary. The late Lord Harewood and Queen Elizabeth II were first cousins.
Although the British Parliament passed the Succession to the Crown Act in 2013, the legislation cannot be implemented until all of the other 15 countries, where the Queen is Sovereign, also implement the law. New Zealand recently passed the law, but Australia has not. Canada faces legal challenges to the law, as well.
http://www.smh.com.au/federal-politics/political-news/australia-blamed-for-delay-to-changes-in-royal-succession-laws-20140228-33n1d.html
This means nothing has really changed. Prince Michael and Lord St. Andrews have not regained their rights. (The new law restores the rights of dynasts who have married Roman Catholics, but Roman Catholics still cannot succeed to the throne.) The Royal Marriages Act (1772) was also tossed out. The new law requires only the first six in the line of succession to seek permission to marry.
But with the new law not yet fully promulgated, the RMA is still the law, and still in use.
The Hon Edward Lascelles is the fourth and youngest child of the 8th Earl of Harewood and his first wife, Margaret Messenger. He was born on November 19, 1982 at Bath. His two eldest siblings, the Hon. Emily Shard and the Hon. Benjamin Lascelles, are not dynasts because they were born before their parents' marriage. Benjamin is also not eligible to inherit the Harewood earldom, even though he is the first son. The heir is the second son, Alexander, who bears the courtesy title, Viscount Lascelles. He is unmarried, and has a son, Leo, who has no succession rights.
The Hon. Edward Lascelles is second in line to the Harewood earldom. He and Miss Cartlidge most likely met in Bristol, where they both lived. Miss Cartlidge is the daughter of Nigel and Katharine (nee Hall) Cartlidge.
http://privycouncil.independent.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/11th-Feb-2014.pdf
The Earl of Harewood is the son of the 7th Earl of Harewood, whose mother, Princess Mary, was the only daughter of King George V and Queen Mary. The late Lord Harewood and Queen Elizabeth II were first cousins.
Thursday, February 27, 2014
Alessandra Torlonia formally presented
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February 27, 1954
Donna Alessandra Torlonia, a "tall blonde, princess," a granddaughter of the late King Alfonso XIII of Spain and the late American heiress, Elsie Moore, was today "presented to royalty and society" at a gala ball in Rome, reports the Chicago Tribune.
Many of the female guests wore "diamond studded tiaras and coronets."
This was the first "royal presentation" since Italy became a republic nearly a decade ago. It was the "most brilliant social event" of this season.
The coming out party was held at the Palazzo Torlonia on the Via Bocca di Leone, which belongs to Alessandra's father, Alessandro, the Prince of Civitella-Cesi, who is married to Infanta Beatriz of Spain, elder daughter of Kinf Alfonso XIII and Queen Victoria Eugenia.
The young princess was "presented formally" to her grandmother, Queen Victoria Eugenia, her uncle, Don Juan, Count of Barcelona, pretender to the Spanish throne, and his wife, Doña Mercedes. Members of Italian and Spanish aristocratic families were also presented.
There were also reports in the Italian press that Donna Alessandra's engagement to King Baudouin of the Belgians would be announced at the party.
King Baudouin was not present at the gala, and no announcement was made. A spokesman for the Belgian Embassy in Rome said that "as far as he new the king had never met the princess."
Alessandra's father is the son of the late Don Marino Torlonia and Elsie Moore, the daughter of the late Charles A Moore, a New York millionaire. Princess Torlonia died in New York in 1941.
http://royalmusingsblogspotcom.blogspot.com/2012/02/its-girl-for-infanta-beatriz.html
von Starhemberg calls for ban on Habsburgs to be lifted
February 27, 1934
Prince Ernst Rüdiger von Starhemberg, head of the "powerful Fascist Heimwehr" today declared that "laws banishing members of the Habsburg dynasty from Austria," be repealed, reports the Associated Press.
Prince von Starhemberg also calls for stopping the confiscation of Habsburg property.
He was asked about the "possible restoration" of the monarchy. He said it "is almost to answer while we are in the midst of our work of reconstruction, particularly because we are not sure it could be kept a purely Austrian question."
Nicholas receives communion
February 27, 1904
After "having fasted," Russian Emperor Nicholas II was driven this morning to Anichkoff Palace to receive the sacrament of Holy Communion, reports the New York Times. He was accompanied by Empress Alexandra and their eldest daughter, Grand Duchess Olga. Both of whom "were dress in white in honor of the solemn occasion."
Nicholas wore full dress uniform. The congregation include the Dowager Empress Marie and her younger daughter, Grand Duchess Olga, and the latter's husband, Grand Duke Peter of Oldenburg.
The Emperor received the "consecrated bread and wine" from the Court Chaplain, and "bestowed the bread, steeped in wine," upon Empress Alexandra, the Dowager Empress and Grand Duchess Olga.
This evening there was a "touching scene" at the Nicholas train station when Grand Duke Kirill, eldest son of Grand Duke Vladimir, uncle of Emperor, left for the Far East. Grand Duke Kirill returned to St. Petersburg earlier today, and went to "take leave" of the Emperor.
Kirill's mother, Grand Duchess Marie "broke down at the last minute and embraced her son. Grand Duke Vladimir, usually stern, also "shed tears.
The Grand Duke was also embraced by his two younger brothers, Grand Duke Boris and Grand Duke Andrei. He will be traveling to Port Arthur to act as "chief officer of the flagship."
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
An heir for Hanover
February 26, 1954
The Duchess of Brunswick-Lüneburg gave birth this morning to a son in the Frauenklinik in Hanover, reports The Times. The Duchess is the wife of Prince Ernst August of Hanover, Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg.
This is the second child for the couple. Their daughter, Princess Marie, was born in 1952. The former Princess Ortrud of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Glücksburg married Prince Ernst August in 1951.
No name has been announced for the infant prince, but it is expected that he will be named for his father and grandfather.
Duchess of Genoa has died
February 26, 1924
The Duchess of Genoa died this evening of "bronchial pneumonia," reports the New York Times. She had been ill for "some days."
The Duchess was born Princess Isabella of Bavaria, third child of Prince Adalbert of Bavaria and Infanta Amelia of Spain.
In 1883, Princess Isabella married Prince Tomasso of Savoy, Duke of Genoa, whose sister, Margherita was married to King Umberto I of Italy.
She is survived by her husband and their six children, Prince Ferdinando, Prine Filiberto, Princess Maria Bona, who is the wife of Prince Konrad of Bavaria, Prince Adalberto, Princess Maria Adelaide and Prince Eugenio.
The Duchess of Genoa was 60 years old.
Royal Flush
Royal Flush
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In a story that could have
been designed to inspire a wave of revolutionary fervour across Europe, it’s
been reported that members of several royal families have signed up for a
million-dollar buy-in tournament at Sydney’s Star Casino. The event will take
place in March, and a press release from tournament director David Chen
promises a $50m first prize.
Queen
Reports that Queen Elizabeth
II is secretly a
master of poker strategy were
unconfirmed at the time of writing, but speculation is mounting about which
members of the British, Danish and Monegasque royal families will be
participating. The news feed at Pokerstrategy.com suggests that the royals’
appearance fees (and their winnings, if any) will be donated to charity, though
that doesn’t seem to answer the question of where their buy-ins will be coming
from.
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| King of Swaziland |
48 players have signed up so far, and Chen suggests that “several African and Asian monarchy members” will also be involved, as well as a number of Hollywood stars and poker pros. The tournament is to be backed by property company Rainbow, supposedly known for its philanthropic work.
Stunt
More sceptical readers may be beginning to wonder if this is all just an elaborate publicity stunt. The press release is noticeably coy about revealing any of the entrants’ names, whether Hollywood or actual royalty. While the prize pot would be the joint biggest ever, the official website is perhaps a touch basic for such a huge event.
Who?
Speculation over possible
attendees will no doubt continue until the end of March, and it’s worth
remembering that the term “member of the royal family” encompasses a great many
individuals who most people would struggle to identify in a line-up. Viscount
Severn, for example; while a full member of the British royal family, he’s
unlikely to be attending as he’s only six years old.
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| HRH The Duchess of Gloucester |
Knave
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| HRH Prince Harry of Wales |
(Images courtesy of
theguardian.com [x2], madhattery.com, mirror.co.uk)
The name of Princess Madeleine's baby
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Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Prince Philip calls Beatles helpful
February 25, 1964
Prince Philip thinks Britain's "rock 'n' roll quartet, the Beatles" are a "helpful" influence," reports Reuters.
He said he did not care about the noise made by people "singing and dancing." Prince Philip told a group of foreign newsmen that he objects to "fighting and stealing."
"It seems to me that these blokes (the Beatles) are helping people to enjoy themselves, and that is far better than the other."
Prince Philip is the husband of Queen Elizabeth II.
Prince Philip thinks Britain's "rock 'n' roll quartet, the Beatles" are a "helpful" influence," reports Reuters.
He said he did not care about the noise made by people "singing and dancing." Prince Philip told a group of foreign newsmen that he objects to "fighting and stealing."
"It seems to me that these blokes (the Beatles) are helping people to enjoy themselves, and that is far better than the other."
Prince Philip is the husband of Queen Elizabeth II.
Princess Margrethe sues furriers
Princess Margrethe of Bourbon-Parma has filed suit against Revillon Freres, a Parisian furriers, reports the Chicago Daily Tribune.
In 1941, she brought the fur coat to the furriers to store it, but the Germans, then occupying Paris, seized the coat to "send it to a freezing German general on the Russian front."
The Princess is suing for 2 million francs, the value of the coat. She said she wants the money or another fur coat to give to her daughter, Anne, as a wedding present.
Princess Anne is engaged to the exiled King Michael of Romania.
Revillon's defense is that Princess Margrethe "should be paid out of German reparations."
Queen Elena visits Marie
February 25, 1938
Queen Elena is visited Dowager Queen Marie of Romania today. Queen Marie is at Merano in the Italian Tyrol, where she is "convalescing after her grave illness,: reports the New York Times.
Queen Marie is said to be "progressing rapidly."
Queen Elena is visited Dowager Queen Marie of Romania today. Queen Marie is at Merano in the Italian Tyrol, where she is "convalescing after her grave illness,: reports the New York Times.
Queen Marie is said to be "progressing rapidly."
Grand Duke of Mecklenburg-Strelitz: Suicide
The Grand Duke of Mecklenburg-Strelitz's death has been ruled a suicide, according to a dispatch from Amsterdam to the New York Times. The dispatch is based on a report from a Berlin newspaper, Lokal-Anzeiger.
The body of the Grand Duke was "found in a small lake, with a gunshot wound in the breast." He died two days ago.
The Lokal-Anzeiger states: "Sad experiences. about which, as everything, the Grand Duke was silent and reserved, affected him perhaps more deeply than his entourage imagined."
Grand Duke Adolf Friedrich VI, was the third child and eldest son of Grand Duke Adolf Friedrich V and Princess Elisabeth of Anhalt. He succeeded to the throne on June 11, 1914. He was 35 years old when he died, and unmarried.
He was reported to be engaged to several different princesses, including Princess Viktoria Luise of Prussia, who married the Duke of Brunswick in May 1913, and Princess Patricia of Connaught, youngest child of the Duke and Duchess of Connaught.
The heir to the Duchy is said to be the late Grand Duke's cousin, Duke Carl Michael, who lives in Russia and serves in the Russian military. In 1914, he renounced his Mecklenburg citizenship and became a naturalized citizen of Russia. He is the son of Duke Georg August of Mecklenburg-Strelitz and Grand Duchess Catherine Mikhailovna of Russia.
Grand Duke Adolf Friedrich left his castle on Saturday evening, stating he was going for a walk. After he did not return, members of his staff began a search, and his body was found.
Correspondence of Marie of Orleans up for sale
Oh, to be super rich right now.
Three thousand photographs and four thousands letters between Princess Marie of Orleans, the wife of Prince Valdemar of Denmark, and family members, including Queen Alexandra, the Duchess of Cumberland, Empress Marie of Russia, and other relations, are up for auction in France.
http://s309339927.onlinehome.fr/divers/communiqu%C3%A9.pdf
Prince Valdemar (1858-1939) was the youngest son of King Christian IX of Denmark and Princess Louise of Hesse-Cassel. He was the brother of King Frederik VIII of Denmark, Queen Alexandra, King George I of Greece, Empress Marie of Russia and, Thyra, Duchess of Cumberland.
In what was seen as a political match, Prince Valdemar married Princess Marie of Orléans (1865-1909) in October 1885.
Princess Marie was the daughter of Prince Robert, Duke of Chartres and Princess Francoise of Orleans. She was a niece of the Count of Paris.
As Princess Marie was Roman Catholic, and Prince Valdemar a Lutheran, they agreed to raise their sons as Lutherans, and daughters as Roman Catholics.
They had five children: Prince Aage (18887-1940) who married Matilda di Calvi Bergolo; Prince Axel (1888-1964) married to Princess Margaretha of Denmark, Prince Erik (1890-1950) married Canadian Los Frances Booth, Prince Viggo (1893-1970) to American Eleonore Green and Princess Margrethe (1895-1992), who married Prince René of Bourbon-Parma.
Although neither reported nor confirmed, it seems likely that one or more of Marie's descendants is selling this mammoth and truly historical collection.
Prince Aage and his wife had one son, Valdemar, whose marriage was childless. Prince Axel was the father of two sons, Georg and Flemming. Georg's marriage to Anne Bowes-Lyon, the divorced wife of Viscount Anson, was childless. Prince Flemming has descendants from his marriage to Ruth Nielsen.
Prince Viggo's marriage was childless, but Prince Erik and Princess Margrethe have numerous descendants. Two of Margrethe's children, Queen Anne of Romania and Prince Michel of Bourbon-Parma are still alive.
Queen Alexandra's paper trail is limited as she chose to burn her correspondence, diaries and other papers. Knowing that some of her letters remain extant is great news for historian.
This inquiring mind wants to know: did Marie discuss with her family her husband's relationship with his nephew, Prince George of Greece?
Three thousand photographs and four thousands letters between Princess Marie of Orleans, the wife of Prince Valdemar of Denmark, and family members, including Queen Alexandra, the Duchess of Cumberland, Empress Marie of Russia, and other relations, are up for auction in France.
http://s309339927.onlinehome.fr/divers/communiqu%C3%A9.pdf
Prince Valdemar (1858-1939) was the youngest son of King Christian IX of Denmark and Princess Louise of Hesse-Cassel. He was the brother of King Frederik VIII of Denmark, Queen Alexandra, King George I of Greece, Empress Marie of Russia and, Thyra, Duchess of Cumberland.
In what was seen as a political match, Prince Valdemar married Princess Marie of Orléans (1865-1909) in October 1885.
Princess Marie was the daughter of Prince Robert, Duke of Chartres and Princess Francoise of Orleans. She was a niece of the Count of Paris.
As Princess Marie was Roman Catholic, and Prince Valdemar a Lutheran, they agreed to raise their sons as Lutherans, and daughters as Roman Catholics.
They had five children: Prince Aage (18887-1940) who married Matilda di Calvi Bergolo; Prince Axel (1888-1964) married to Princess Margaretha of Denmark, Prince Erik (1890-1950) married Canadian Los Frances Booth, Prince Viggo (1893-1970) to American Eleonore Green and Princess Margrethe (1895-1992), who married Prince René of Bourbon-Parma.
Although neither reported nor confirmed, it seems likely that one or more of Marie's descendants is selling this mammoth and truly historical collection.
Prince Aage and his wife had one son, Valdemar, whose marriage was childless. Prince Axel was the father of two sons, Georg and Flemming. Georg's marriage to Anne Bowes-Lyon, the divorced wife of Viscount Anson, was childless. Prince Flemming has descendants from his marriage to Ruth Nielsen.
Prince Viggo's marriage was childless, but Prince Erik and Princess Margrethe have numerous descendants. Two of Margrethe's children, Queen Anne of Romania and Prince Michel of Bourbon-Parma are still alive.
Queen Alexandra's paper trail is limited as she chose to burn her correspondence, diaries and other papers. Knowing that some of her letters remain extant is great news for historian.
This inquiring mind wants to know: did Marie discuss with her family her husband's relationship with his nephew, Prince George of Greece?
Carl XVI Gustaf to announce name and title on Wednesday
A cabinet meeting will be held at the Royal Palace of Stockholm on Wednesday 26 February 2014 at 15:00, in connection with the birth of H.R.H. Princess Madeleine's daughter. The following media sessions will be held.
At the cabinet meeting, H.M. The King will inform the Government of the title, name and given name of the child.
3:00 PM Stockholm time. 8:00 a.m. on the US east coast.
At the cabinet meeting, H.M. The King will inform the Government of the title, name and given name of the child.
In the Karl XV Hall, H.E. Marshal of the Realm Svante Lindqvist will announce the title, name and given name of the child after the cabinet meeting.
The other attendees in the Karl XV Hall will be Speaker Per Westerberg, Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt and Mistress of the Robes Alice Trolle-Wachtmeister.
3:00 PM Stockholm time. 8:00 a.m. on the US east coast.
Monday, February 24, 2014
Vittorio Emanuele frees prisoners in honor of new granddaughter
February 24, 1940
King Vittorio Emanuele has granted amnesty to "thousands of prisoners in Italy, the African possessions, and on the Dodecanese Islands," reports the Associated Press. His decree is in celebration of the birth of a new granddaughter, Princess Maria Gabriella.
Crown Princess Marie José gave birth to her third child earlier today at Naples. Both she and the eight pound 10 ounce daughter are reported to be "doing well. This is the third child for the Crown Prince Princess. Maria Gabriella joins Prince Vittorio Emanuele, 3, and 5-year-old, Princess Maria Pia.
King Vittorio Emanuele has granted amnesty to "thousands of prisoners in Italy, the African possessions, and on the Dodecanese Islands," reports the Associated Press. His decree is in celebration of the birth of a new granddaughter, Princess Maria Gabriella.
Crown Princess Marie José gave birth to her third child earlier today at Naples. Both she and the eight pound 10 ounce daughter are reported to be "doing well. This is the third child for the Crown Prince Princess. Maria Gabriella joins Prince Vittorio Emanuele, 3, and 5-year-old, Princess Maria Pia.
Friday, February 21, 2014
A son for the Ashley Chanlers
February 21, 1938
Mrs. Ashley Chanler gave birth to a son today at Doctors Hospital in New York City. This is the second child for Mr. and Mrs. Chanler. They have a daughter, Mafalda, who was born in April 1935.
Mrs. Chanler is the former Princess Maria Antonia de Braganca, a daughter of the late Duke Miguel of Braganza and his second wife, Princess Theresa of Lowenstein-Wertheim-Rosenberg.
The baby will be named Anthony.
The late Duke of Braganza was the pretender to the throne of Portugal, and is a descendant of the Kings of Portugal. Mr. Chanler is a descendant of John Jacob Astor.
The Chanlers reside at 141 East 19th Street in New York.
Mrs. Ashley Chanler gave birth to a son today at Doctors Hospital in New York City. This is the second child for Mr. and Mrs. Chanler. They have a daughter, Mafalda, who was born in April 1935.
Mrs. Chanler is the former Princess Maria Antonia de Braganca, a daughter of the late Duke Miguel of Braganza and his second wife, Princess Theresa of Lowenstein-Wertheim-Rosenberg.
The baby will be named Anthony.
The late Duke of Braganza was the pretender to the throne of Portugal, and is a descendant of the Kings of Portugal. Mr. Chanler is a descendant of John Jacob Astor.
The Chanlers reside at 141 East 19th Street in New York.
Queen Elisabeth's condition has worsened
February 21, 1934
Queen Elisabeth of the Belgians is "prostrated by grief at the loss of her husband, King Albert," reports United Press. Her condition has considerably worsened.
When she received word on Sunday about the death of her husband while he was mountain climbing, she sought "stoically to retain her composure." Her doctors say her illness "is not critical," but she is not well enough to attend ceremonies on Friday, when her eldest son, the Duke of Brabant, becomes King Leopold III.
She recently was stricken with lumbago, and the sudden death of her husband "threatened to cause a collapse."
The Belgian government has taken "extraordinary precautions" to guard the funeral procession, which will take place tomorrow. The Prince of Wales, the heir to the British throne, flew from London in his private plane, which was escorted by "nine bombing planes."
A "strong police detail" has also been placed around the Embassy of Italy, where Crown Prince Umberto is staying. He is the husband of Princess Marie Jose, King Albert's only daughter.
Belgian authorities did not want a "repetition of the attempt" to assassinate Umberto when he visited Brussels in 1930.
Prince Wilhelm of Wied accepts throne
February 21, 1914
Prince Wilhelm of Wied today formally accepted the throne of Albania, reports the Chicago Daily Tribune.
The offer was tendered by Essad Pasha, head of the Albanian delegation.
The new monarch was presented with a "casket containing sand, earth, and water from Albania." Prince Wilhelm accepted this gift as "a symbol of his new sovereignty."
The new monarch accepted the honors "under strictly Prussian conditions." He wore the uniform of a Prussian major.
The Albanian delegation was "greatly impressed" with the new Queen, Sophie, a princess of Schönburg-Waldenburg before her marriage.
Sophie was dressed in royal robes, and wore a "diadem on her hair." She stood next to her husband, which is not the norm in Albania, a Muslim country.
Princess Pat keeps turning down suitors
February 21, 1908
Princess Patricia of Connaught is rumored to be engaged to the Count of Turin, but according to a Los Angeles Times dispatch, the pretty niece of King Edward VII, has no interest in such a marriage.
Those "best acquainted" with Princess Patricia's "peculiarities" believe the Count "will have no better luck" in wooing than others "who sought in vain" to win the princess' heart.
The princess has "upset all traditions" by refusing to allow her uncle or her parents "interfere with her matrimonial affairs." She is not interested in an arranged marriage for "reasons of state." When approached, she shakes her head and "send several monarchs about their business."
Princess Patricia of Connaught, the youngest of the three children of the Duke and Duchess of Connaught, is said to have "golden hair, large soulful eyes" and a "complexion of marvelous delicacy."
She has apparently turned down the Crown Prince of Portugal, and when King Alfonso of Spain came to England to seek a wife, Princess Patricia went to her father and told him: "I simply won't marry that horrid little man, so there!"
Grand Duke Michael of Russia and Prince Eitel Friedrich were also said to be suitors, but neither stood a chance of marrying Princess "Pat."
More babies!!!
Princess Viktoria of Bourbon-Parma, wife of Prince Jaime, gave birth to a daughter, Zita Clara, in an Amsterdam hospital. This is the first child for Prince Jaime and Princess Viktoria, who married last fall.
Zita is fifth granddaughter for Princess Irene of the Netherlands. The newest princess of Bourbon-Parma was named for the late Empress Zita of Austria, Queen of Hungary, herself a princess of Bourbon-Parma by birth.
http://www.telegraaf.nl/binnenland/22322638/__Dochter_voor_prins_Jaime__.html
HH Duchess Tatjana of Oldenburg, who is married to Count Axel de Chavagnac, gave birth to a daughter, Astrid, at Paris on 31 January 2014. This is the second daughter for Count and Countess Axel. Their first daughter, Alexandrine, was born in September 2011.
Zita is fifth granddaughter for Princess Irene of the Netherlands. The newest princess of Bourbon-Parma was named for the late Empress Zita of Austria, Queen of Hungary, herself a princess of Bourbon-Parma by birth.
http://www.telegraaf.nl/binnenland/22322638/__Dochter_voor_prins_Jaime__.html
HH Duchess Tatjana of Oldenburg, who is married to Count Axel de Chavagnac, gave birth to a daughter, Astrid, at Paris on 31 January 2014. This is the second daughter for Count and Countess Axel. Their first daughter, Alexandrine, was born in September 2011.
A girl for Princess Madeleine
Princess Madeleine and Mr Christopher O’Neill have had a daughter
Thursday February 20 2014 at 10.41 pm local time, Princess Madeleine and Mr Christopher O’Neill had a daughter at New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York, USA.
Both mother and child are in good health. Mr Christopher O’Neill was present at the hospital throughout the birth.
To learn more about the maternity at New York Presbyterian, click on this link. I am sure Princess Madeleine had a private room.
The new baby acquires United States citizenship by virtue of birth. She is also a citizen of Sweden through her mother. Chris O'Neill has dual citizenship: British and American.
The new baby acquires United States citizenship by virtue of birth. She is also a citizen of Sweden through her mother. Chris O'Neill has dual citizenship: British and American.
Thursday, February 20, 2014
Bulletin: King Paul names Constantine as regent
February 19, 1964
Crown Prince Constantine has been appointed as Regent, according to a report from the Associated Press. His father, King Paul, 62, will undergo surgery tomorrow for a "stomach ulcer."
The announcement was made by Premier George Papandreou. A bulletin signed by the King's two personal physicians and two London surgeons was released tonight.
"After a thorough clinical and laboratory examination of King Paul, we certify that the King is suffering from a narrowing of the pylorus due to an old ulcer. An operation is called for."
The royal decree appointing 23-year-old Crown Prince Constantine as Regent was "drafted by the Government and sent to the King for signature." King Paul signed it tonight, and it will be "promulgated in the official gazette."
Crown Prince Constantine has acted as regent on previous occasions when his father was outside Greece.
Greek officials have been "shocked" by King Paul's appearance. He "looked haggard" and appeared to be in pain during a ceremony yesterday at Tatoi, where 30 ministers were sworn in. Usually, the ceremony takes place at the Royal Palace in Athens.
King Paul married Princess Frederika of Hanover in 1938. He succeeded his brother King George II on April 1, 1947.
The king and queen have three children: Princess Sophie, who is married to Infante Juan Carlos of Spain, Crown Prince Constantine, and Princess Irene.
Crown Prince Constantine has been appointed as Regent, according to a report from the Associated Press. His father, King Paul, 62, will undergo surgery tomorrow for a "stomach ulcer."
The announcement was made by Premier George Papandreou. A bulletin signed by the King's two personal physicians and two London surgeons was released tonight.
"After a thorough clinical and laboratory examination of King Paul, we certify that the King is suffering from a narrowing of the pylorus due to an old ulcer. An operation is called for."
The royal decree appointing 23-year-old Crown Prince Constantine as Regent was "drafted by the Government and sent to the King for signature." King Paul signed it tonight, and it will be "promulgated in the official gazette."
Crown Prince Constantine has acted as regent on previous occasions when his father was outside Greece.
Greek officials have been "shocked" by King Paul's appearance. He "looked haggard" and appeared to be in pain during a ceremony yesterday at Tatoi, where 30 ministers were sworn in. Usually, the ceremony takes place at the Royal Palace in Athens.
King Paul married Princess Frederika of Hanover in 1938. He succeeded his brother King George II on April 1, 1947.
The king and queen have three children: Princess Sophie, who is married to Infante Juan Carlos of Spain, Crown Prince Constantine, and Princess Irene.
Sigvard won't break engagement
February 20, 1934
Prince Sigvard of Sweden, the 26-year-old second son of Crown Prince Gustaf Adolf, was "disowned by the Swedish royal house tonight," according to the Chicago Daily Tribune.
He "aroused the anger" of his grandfather, King Gustav V, for refusing to end his engagement to Erika Patzek, a movie extra. They met at a Berlin film studio.
Miss Patzek is said to be the daughter of a Berlin businessman, who owns several stands at the central market. Friends describe her as "beautiful, diminutive, and in her early twenties."
An official statement was released by the Swedish news agency which was "authorized to state that Prince Sigvard arrived in London recently and there made preparations to marry a woman of German nationality. The Prince took this step against the express will of the king and the crown prince."
Prince Sigvard, whose mother, Princess Margaret of Connaught died in 1919, has been reported engaged on several occasions. In 1929, he was said to be in love with Princess Maria, the youngest daughter of the King and Queen of Italy. A year later, his father "officially denied a report out of Amsterdam that he and Princess Juliana were about to become engaged.
Prince Sigvard's cousin, Prince Lennart, son of Prince Wilhelm, second son of Gustav V, incurred the wrath of the Swedish royal family when he married a Swedish commoner, Karin Nissvandt, in March 1932. He lost his royal titles and is now known as Mr. Lennart Bernadotte.
According to the Associated Press, Count Folke Bernadotte, a cousin of the crown Prince, flew to London on Saturday to "appeal to Sigvard to respect the wishes of his family" and abandon his plans to marry.
Crown Prince Gustaf Adolf wanted to go himself, but as the King is in France, he, acting as regent, cannot leave Sweden.
Cousin won't kiss King Michael
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February 20, 1928
Queen Marie of Yugoslavia arrived in Bucharest today with her two sons, four-year-old Crown Prince Peter and newborn Prince Tomislav. The queen, the consort of King Alexander, is visiting her mother, Queen Marie of Romania, reports the New York Times.
This is the first time that Queen Marie, the widow of King Ferdinand, has seen her new grandson.
As the royal party alighted from the train in Bucharest, six-year-old King Michael "embraced and saluted his younger cousin." Apparently, Crown Prince Peter was having none of it, and "failed to return the greeting." Michael "grasped his arms and attempted to show him how."
The boy king, who succeeded his grandfather King Ferdinand last year, seemed perplexed by his cousin's lack of response.
Manoel and wife about to separate?
February 20, 1914
Former King Manoel of Portugal and his wife, Augusta Victoria, are said to be on the verge of separation, reports the Los Angeles Times.
The rumors about the state of their marriage have been revived following the reports that Augusta Victoria is being treated by doctors for the "same ailment which caused her to become a patient at Munich hospital last fall."
For the past few months, the couple have been living in Twickenham, and "back stair gossip" is "spreading the idea" that there is little harmony in their home. Until the recent reports, many supposed that the couple had patched their "marital differences."
The new circulating rumors alluded to the "personal influence" of Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany and his wife, who has, it is said, " succeeded in preventing an open breach" between Manoel and Augusta Victoria when she first became ill.
The German Emperor and Empress have "advised" Augusta Victoria to "overlook the misdeeds of her husband for a time." Still, if she found it "impossible to live with him," they would not oppose or object to a separation."
Former King Manoel of Portugal and his wife, Augusta Victoria, are said to be on the verge of separation, reports the Los Angeles Times.
The rumors about the state of their marriage have been revived following the reports that Augusta Victoria is being treated by doctors for the "same ailment which caused her to become a patient at Munich hospital last fall."
For the past few months, the couple have been living in Twickenham, and "back stair gossip" is "spreading the idea" that there is little harmony in their home. Until the recent reports, many supposed that the couple had patched their "marital differences."
The new circulating rumors alluded to the "personal influence" of Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany and his wife, who has, it is said, " succeeded in preventing an open breach" between Manoel and Augusta Victoria when she first became ill.
The German Emperor and Empress have "advised" Augusta Victoria to "overlook the misdeeds of her husband for a time." Still, if she found it "impossible to live with him," they would not oppose or object to a separation."
Wednesday, February 19, 2014
Could this be the story that ends a marriage: Not sure what to think of Bunte's cover story
This is the is the cover story for the newest issue of Bunte, which came out today in Germany. I have not seen the actual article. A quick translations: Charlene of Monaco. Caught. The scandal photos. That Prince Albert has not noticed. He is in Sochi, and his wife is getting out of hand in the Caribbean.
http://www.bunte.de/monaco/charlene-von-monaco-erwischt-die-skandalfotos-73415.html
Bunte has added the story to its website. The man in the photo is an Anglican priest, Charlie Vere Nicholl, who runs a hotel with his wife, Mandie, in St. Barts.
In an attempt to contain a public relations disasters, sources close to the Princess of Monaco tell Bunte that Charlene had been at a church service in St. Barts, after donating lifesaving equipment. Vere Nicholl and his wife, along with other community members, joined the princess for a dinner at, Bonito, a luxury restaurant with "well-stocked wines and men indulge in cigars."
Bonito is where the well-heeled eat. This is the five star hotel owned by the Vere Nicholls. http://www.isle-de-france.com/eng/welcome/
http://www.stbartholomewsanglicanchurch.com/whos_who.php
Prince Albert coming to the USA
February 19, 1898
It was announced that Prince Albert, heir to the Belgian throne, will be paying a "full, formal and prolonged visit" to the United States, reports the Chicago Daily Tribune.
This will be the first visit to the United States since 1860 when the Prince of Wales, traveling as Baron Renfrew.
The heir to the British throne did not "travel in royal state," during his visit. Prince Albert knows it will be impossible to hide his royal rank. He will "submit to all the ceremony and publicity" during his visit to "this great republic.
He will "virtually be the guest of the nation. The President will assign an army officer to escort him.
The 22-year-old Prince is unmarried. He is the only son of the Count of Flanders, and the nephew of King Leopold II.
King Leopold has no son, and his daughters cannot succeed to the throne. The Count of Flanders is only two years younger than his brother, and "will not occupy the throne long before leaving it to his son."
Brussels is said to be a "gay place." Belgium's watering places are said to "be even more gay." Neither King Leopold nor his brother have not shown "austere self-denial in the face of the temptations that have confronted them."
The "domestic relations" between the two brothers and their families are said to be "not entirely happy." Leopold's daughter, Louise, married to Prince Philipp of Saxe-Coburg and Gotham recently ran off with an army office.
Prince Albert became second in line to the throne in 1891 following the death of his elder brother, Prince Baudouin, who was "shot and killed in the Avenue Louise in Brussels." He was involved in a duel over a woman.
Belgian authorities tried unsuccessfully to "suppress every fact" concerning the shooting. A recent report has made the "tragedy to be of a peculiarly horrible character."
If his older brother had not died, Prince Albert would have "devoted himself" to a military career, but as heir, his "plans must be changed."
The "fair-haired" prince is said to be "extremely popular" in Belgium. He will inherit a large personal fortune, properties, castles and an impressive art collection.
He is also said to be "uncommonly virtuous" in contrast to the "illustrations of the wages of sin" among members of his family.
It was announced that Prince Albert, heir to the Belgian throne, will be paying a "full, formal and prolonged visit" to the United States, reports the Chicago Daily Tribune.
This will be the first visit to the United States since 1860 when the Prince of Wales, traveling as Baron Renfrew.
The heir to the British throne did not "travel in royal state," during his visit. Prince Albert knows it will be impossible to hide his royal rank. He will "submit to all the ceremony and publicity" during his visit to "this great republic.
He will "virtually be the guest of the nation. The President will assign an army officer to escort him.
The 22-year-old Prince is unmarried. He is the only son of the Count of Flanders, and the nephew of King Leopold II.
King Leopold has no son, and his daughters cannot succeed to the throne. The Count of Flanders is only two years younger than his brother, and "will not occupy the throne long before leaving it to his son."
Brussels is said to be a "gay place." Belgium's watering places are said to "be even more gay." Neither King Leopold nor his brother have not shown "austere self-denial in the face of the temptations that have confronted them."
The "domestic relations" between the two brothers and their families are said to be "not entirely happy." Leopold's daughter, Louise, married to Prince Philipp of Saxe-Coburg and Gotham recently ran off with an army office.
Prince Albert became second in line to the throne in 1891 following the death of his elder brother, Prince Baudouin, who was "shot and killed in the Avenue Louise in Brussels." He was involved in a duel over a woman.
Belgian authorities tried unsuccessfully to "suppress every fact" concerning the shooting. A recent report has made the "tragedy to be of a peculiarly horrible character."
If his older brother had not died, Prince Albert would have "devoted himself" to a military career, but as heir, his "plans must be changed."
The "fair-haired" prince is said to be "extremely popular" in Belgium. He will inherit a large personal fortune, properties, castles and an impressive art collection.
He is also said to be "uncommonly virtuous" in contrast to the "illustrations of the wages of sin" among members of his family.
Carlos joins Irene for ski vacation
February 19, 1964
Prince Carlos of Bourbon-Parma has joined his fiancée, Princess Irene of the Netherlands for a skiing vacation in Kitzbühel, Austria, reports the Associated Press.
The Spanish-based prince is staying at a hotel 50 yards from the chalet where Princess Irene is a guest.
Prince Carlos of Bourbon-Parma has joined his fiancée, Princess Irene of the Netherlands for a skiing vacation in Kitzbühel, Austria, reports the Associated Press.
The Spanish-based prince is staying at a hotel 50 yards from the chalet where Princess Irene is a guest.
Leopold not king immediately
February 19, 1934
Crown Prince Leopold, "bowed with grief at the tragic death" of his father, King Albert," prepares to take the oath office and become King Leopold III of the Belgians.
The 33-year-old Prince will remain the Crown Prince until Friday when he is sworn in, reports United Press. According to the Belgian constitution, he does not "automatically become King on the King's death," but only when he takes the oath of office.
In the meantime, the Belgian cabinet will act as the Regency, "with the Premier signing state papers instead of the monarch."
On Friday, the two houses of Parliament will convene, and Leopold will pronounce "to swear to observe the constitution and law of the people of Belgium and maintain our national independence and territorial integrity." At the same time, Princess Astrid will become the Queen of the Belgians, and Queen Elisabeth, widow of King Albert, will "take the title of Queen Mother."
Crown Prince Leopold, "bowed with grief at the tragic death" of his father, King Albert," prepares to take the oath office and become King Leopold III of the Belgians.
The 33-year-old Prince will remain the Crown Prince until Friday when he is sworn in, reports United Press. According to the Belgian constitution, he does not "automatically become King on the King's death," but only when he takes the oath of office.
In the meantime, the Belgian cabinet will act as the Regency, "with the Premier signing state papers instead of the monarch."
On Friday, the two houses of Parliament will convene, and Leopold will pronounce "to swear to observe the constitution and law of the people of Belgium and maintain our national independence and territorial integrity." At the same time, Princess Astrid will become the Queen of the Belgians, and Queen Elisabeth, widow of King Albert, will "take the title of Queen Mother."
Louis Prince Napoleon
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Prince Louis was born in 1914 in Brussels, the second and youngest of Prince Victor and Princess Clementine. He married Alix de Foresta in 1949. They were the parents of four children, twins Prince Charles and Princess Catherine (1950), Princess Laure (1952) and Prince Jerome (1957.)
Louis Prince Napoleon died in 1997, naming his grandson, Prince Jean Napoleon as his heir, bypassing Jean's father, Prince Charles.
The Duke of Alencon & the Duke of Guise
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The Duke of Alencon (1844-1910) and the Duke of Guise.
Prince Ferdinand Philippe Marie of France (1844-1910) was the son of Prince Louis Charles Philippe Raphael, Duke of Nemours, and Princess Victoria of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, who was Queen Victoria's first cousin.
In September 1868, Ferdinand married Duchess Sophie in Bavaria, a sister of Empress Elisabeth of Austria.
They had two children: Louise (1869-1952) who married Prince Alfons of Bavaria and Emmanuel, Duke of Vendome, who married Princess Henriette of Belgium.
Prince Jean Pierre Clément Marie of Orleans, Duke of Guise (1874-1940) was the son of the Duke and Duchess of Chartres. He married his first cousin, Princess Isabelle of Orleans.
The current head of the Royal House of France, Prince Henri, Count of Paris, is the Duke of Guise's grandson.
Tuesday, February 18, 2014
Princess Caroline Mathilde of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Glücksburg
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Princess Caroline Mathilde (1894-1972) was the youngest of six children of Duke Friederich Ferdinand of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Glücksburg and Princess Karoline Mathilde of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Augustenberg.
On May 27, 1920 at Schloss Glücksburg, Caroline Mathilde married Count Hans of Solms-Baruth, the third son of the Prince and Princess of Solms-Baruth. Her elder sister, Adelheid, was married to Hans' oldest brother, the Hereditary Prince of Solms-Baruth.
Caroline Mathilde's older siblings all married well: Viktoria Adelheid to Carl Eduard, Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, Alexandra Viktoria (Princess August Wilhelm of Prussia,) Helena (Princess Harald of Denmark), Adelheid, and Wilhelm, Duke of Schleswig-Holstein, who married Princess Marie Melita of Hohenlohe-Langenburg.
Her daughter, Countess Viktoria-Luise, married her first cousin, Prince Friedrich-Josias of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.
This photo may have been taken at the time of her engagement to Count Hans.
Princess Mafalda breaks sad news to Marie Jose
February 18, 1934
Princess Mafalda of Hesse had the unenviable task of breaking the news of King Albert's death to her sister-in-law, Princess Marie Jose.
Mafalda, the wife of German Prince Philipp of Hesse and the second daughter of King Vittorio Emanuele, traveled from Naples to Rome to see Princess Marie Jose, the Princess of Piedmont," whose health at this moment is delicate," reports the New York Times.
The Prince of Piedmont is expected to leave for Brussels "immediately," but it is not yet known if the Princess will be able to accompany him.
Pope Pius sent a personal message to Queen Elisabeth of the Belgians, Albert's widow.
The Belgian ambassador to Italy, the Prince de Ligne, was at a shooting party when he learned of King Albert's death. He left immediately for Brussels and asked the American Ambassador Breckinridge Long if he could accompany his daughter back to Rome.
Ambassador Long is also said to be "extremely grief-stricken," as he personally knew King Albert, "who had been his guest" during a trip to Washington, D.C.
The Belgian ambassador to Italy, the Prince de Ligne, was at a shooting party when he learned of King Albert's death. He left immediately for Brussels and asked the American Ambassador Breckinridge Long if he could accompany his daughter back to Rome.
Ambassador Long is also said to be "extremely grief-stricken," as he personally knew King Albert, "who had been his guest" during a trip to Washington, D.C.
Astrid tells husband of king's death
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It was Princess Astrid who broke the news of King Albert's death to her husband, Prince Leopold, Duke of Brabant. The couple were staying at a hotel in Adelboden, Switzerland, when word reached them of the King's death.
So consumed by grief, the Crown Prince found himself unable to talk with anyone who "tried to express their sympathy."
The Duke and Duchess traveled by car and train back to Brussels because the Prime Minister "objected" to Leopold's wish to return to Brussels by plane "in view of the possibility of another accident.
The 33-year-old heir to the throne is a "convinced democrat, a soldier and a sober, serious student of government. He is "assured of a warm welcome" from the Belgian people.
The Duke of Brabant's marriage to Princess Astrid of Sweden was seen to be a love match. They married in 1926, and Astrid soon won the hearts "of the Belgian working classes." They live a life of "domestic virtue."
Leopold wooed his princess quietly, disguised as a "servant to escape public attention."
The royal couple has two children: Princess Josephine Charlotte,6, and three-year-old Prince Baudouin. Princess Astrid expects a third child in the spring.
The Crown Princess is a niece of King Gustav V of Sweden.
When the engagement was announced in 1926, King Albert said: "Their marriage is entirely on of inclination. They are acting in complete liberty and independence, making their decision without interference from anybody.
After the birth of Princess Josephine Charlotte, Princess Astrid was seen "pushing a baby carriage along the shady Avenue Louise," along with many mothers of the working classes.
The new Queen shares an interest in nursing with Queen Elisabeth, and often visits hospitals. She is also interested in child welfare.
Belgium stunned by death of King Albert
February 18, 1934
King Albert I of Belgium was killed earlier today in "mountaineering accident," reports the Associated Press. He was 58 years old.
He had long been "a devotee of mountain climbing."
The King's body was not discovered until 12 hours after his accident. He was "killed yesterday in a fall while scaling a cliff" in the Ardennes, near Namur, Belgium.
Belgians awoke this morning to news of the King's death. The country has been "plunged into deepest mourning."
King Albert's body now lies in state in his bedroom at his chateau at Laeken.
The funeral will take place on Thursday. On Friday, Albert's elder son, Prince Leopold, Duke of Brabant, will be proclaimed as King Leopold III.
Albert's widow, Elisabeth, "who is far from well, " was "spared the news" of her husband's death as "long as possible." She was finally told at 6 o'clock this morning. She collapsed to the ground, and has been confined to her rooms all day.
King Albert's body was found at 2 a.m., at the "precipice at Marche les Daumes near Namur." Several weeks ago the area was "classified as a national preserve." The king was familiar with area, and "once scaled the rocks."
He had been accompanied by his valet, on the automobile trip to the area. He got out of the car, and asked his valet to wait. Mr. van Dyck watched as the king "start out up the rocks," but soon lost his view of the king, and never saw him alive again.
As darkness approached, the valet became "uneasy" as he knew King Albert had an appointment at the Palais des Sports in Brussels. Although he had "every confidence" in the king's "ability as an alpinist," he feared the King would be late for his appointment. He made a telephone call to Baron Edmon Carton de Wiart, who has a chateau nearby to ask for assistant. The baron called the palace at Laeken to say that the King had been delayed. He joined the valet to start a search for the missing king.
They "shouted and searched" for sometime, and were joined by townspeople and the local police. They spent a greater part of the night searching the King.
It was at 2 a.m., when the King's body was found by accident, when one of the searchers "got his foot caught in the rope that the King at attached to himself as an aid in scaling the rocks."
Albert's body was "bent double" and there was a "huge gash" on the left side of his head. The climbing rope was still wrapped around Albert's waist.
His body was found at "the foot of a great pinnacle rock and in a little crevasse." It appeared from the loose rock that the king had lost his footing. He was about half way to the top of the summit when he suffered his accident.
Albert's eyeglasses were found on a rock "about thirty-six feet above where his body was discovered. A canvas sack and his climbing axe were found near his body.
His body was taken to the road and immediately by car to Laeken, arriving at about 3:30 a.m. His head was "swathed in bandages."
Late last night, Queen Elisabeth had been told that the King had been delayed by an automobile accident and would return to Brussels today.
The Duke and Duchess of Brabant were in Switzerland, where they were informed about King Albert's death by telephone. The heir to the throne and his wife, arrived back in Brussels tonight at 10:45. The Duke and Duchess got back on their train and traveled to the private royal station at Laeken. Prince Leopold went first to "console his mother, Queen Elisabeth," and the went alone into the room where his father's body lay "clothes in a general's khaki uniform."
The Duke of Brabant's younger brother, Prince Charles, was in Ostend, when he also informed by telephone. He drove his own car, and reached the palace at 7:00 p.m., tonight.
Princess Marie Jose and her husband, the Prince of Piedmont, heir to the Italian throne, are expected to arrive tomorrow. She expects a child in about a month.
Ileana to marry a Spaniard
February 18, 1924
Bucharest is all abuzz with reports of a "projected visit" of Princess Ileana, youngest daughter of King Ferdinand and Queen Marie, to Spain, in March to "arrange her marriage."
Queen Marie's youngest sister, Infanta Beatrice, who is the wife of Infante Alfonso of Bourbon-Orleans, a first cousin to King Alfonso XIII, is, according to the Associated Press' report, is "in charge of the negotiations."
The name of Princess Ileana's husband-to-be is not known.
Bucharest is all abuzz with reports of a "projected visit" of Princess Ileana, youngest daughter of King Ferdinand and Queen Marie, to Spain, in March to "arrange her marriage."
Queen Marie's youngest sister, Infanta Beatrice, who is the wife of Infante Alfonso of Bourbon-Orleans, a first cousin to King Alfonso XIII, is, according to the Associated Press' report, is "in charge of the negotiations."
The name of Princess Ileana's husband-to-be is not known.
Kaiser plays matchmaker for Greek marriage
February 18, 1914
Crown Prince George of Greece will marry Princess Elizabeth of Romania at Athens on May 21, according to a Bucharest dispatch to the German newspaper, Neue Freie Press.
The dispatch states that Emperor Wilhelm II "arranged the match" and will be a witness to the marriage, along with Queen Elisabeth of Romania.
King Constantine has already presented to Princess Elisabeth a castle at Tatos and has "bestowed the title Duchess of Sparta upon her."
[Tatos is probably Tatoi]
Crown Prince George of Greece will marry Princess Elizabeth of Romania at Athens on May 21, according to a Bucharest dispatch to the German newspaper, Neue Freie Press.
The dispatch states that Emperor Wilhelm II "arranged the match" and will be a witness to the marriage, along with Queen Elisabeth of Romania.
King Constantine has already presented to Princess Elisabeth a castle at Tatos and has "bestowed the title Duchess of Sparta upon her."
[Tatos is probably Tatoi]
Monday, February 17, 2014
Princess Marie Astrid celebrates 60th birthday
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All the photos are from my personal collection.
Grand Duchess Xenia to wed cousin
February 17, 1894
Grand Duchess Xenia, elder daughter of Emperor Alexander III and Empress Marie of Russia, has been the subject of many rumors of a marriage with "eligible suitors of royal blood," reports the Chicago Daily Tribune.
These rumors have been laid to rest with the official announcement that the Grand Duchess is to marry her cousin, Grand Duke Alexander Mikhailovitch.The engagement was "celebrated by a magnificent ball" at the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg.
The Emperor and Empress attended the gala event, along with "the most aristocratic nobility."
After the "grand assemblage" paid homage to the Emperor and Empress, the young couple "received their felicitations and congratulations."
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At midnight, the bride-to-be and her fiancé were accorded the place of honor in the "established court etiquette.
Grand Duchess Xenia was born on April 6, 1875, and is eighteen years old. She cannot be "called handsome," as her features are said to be too pronounced. However, her complexion is said to be "unsurpassed and her manner gracious and simple."
Her mother, Empress Marie, a Princess of Denmark by birth, raised her in "accordance with the simple girlhood of her Danish home."
Marie did not permit her daughter to be photographed until recently because "the child was still in the awkward age."
At the ball, the young Grand Duchess, wore a gown that was "sumptuous in its severe simplicity and pure white." She wore pearls, which, "against her dark hair and splendid complexion, were given an additional luster."
Grand Duke Alexander, who was born in April 1866, is the fourth son of Grand Duke Michael. He has the "decided Romanov type in his appearance having heavy rather than handsome features."
he is said to be a favorite of Alexander III. This engagement is "free from all political color" and is said to be a "love match."
According to court circles, Alexander III was instrumental in arranging the matct as he had a "secret horror" of his daughter marrying into a foreign royal house, and he "would do everything to prevent it."
Nicholas and family want to go to England
February 17, 1918
Several grand dukes and grand duchesses "of the former regime," have issued a plea to the Bolshevik government, urging that the conditions of the former imperial family, who are now living in Tobolsk, Siberia, "be alleviated,: reports the New York Times.
The unnamed members of the former imperial family are requesting that Nicholas II and his family be permitted to leave Russia and go to England or France.
In one plea, they announced that the imperial family will renounce all rights to the throne.
Several grand dukes and grand duchesses "of the former regime," have issued a plea to the Bolshevik government, urging that the conditions of the former imperial family, who are now living in Tobolsk, Siberia, "be alleviated,: reports the New York Times.
The unnamed members of the former imperial family are requesting that Nicholas II and his family be permitted to leave Russia and go to England or France.
In one plea, they announced that the imperial family will renounce all rights to the throne.
Sunday, February 16, 2014
Wikipedia strikes again! Marries off Archduke Gerhard
Goodness gracious. It is virtually impossible to take Wikipedia seriously.
According to the entry on Archduke Robert (father of Prince Lorenz of Belgium), his third child, Archduke Gerhard (1957) has married Archduchess Natalie Karoline of Austria, only daughter archduke Ladislaus of Austria (who is said to be the son of Joseph Augustus of Austria. )
Gerhard does not have a son. There is no archduke Ladislas.
Here is a link to a photograph of the alleged Archduke Anton. http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:S.K_u_S.K.h_Anton_-_Karl_von_Habsburg_-_Lothringen.jpeg
Fake, fake, fake. I repeat: Archduke Gerhard has not married. He does not have a son. No Archduchess Natalie.
[I have removed the information. Let's hope it stays removed.]
According to the entry on Archduke Robert (father of Prince Lorenz of Belgium), his third child, Archduke Gerhard (1957) has married Archduchess Natalie Karoline of Austria, only daughter archduke Ladislaus of Austria (who is said to be the son of Joseph Augustus of Austria. )
- Archduke Anton Karl Ludwig Georg Felix Marcus d'Aviano of Austria ( 29 August 1976-)
Gerhard does not have a son. There is no archduke Ladislas.
Here is a link to a photograph of the alleged Archduke Anton. http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:S.K_u_S.K.h_Anton_-_Karl_von_Habsburg_-_Lothringen.jpeg
Fake, fake, fake. I repeat: Archduke Gerhard has not married. He does not have a son. No Archduchess Natalie.
[I have removed the information. Let's hope it stays removed.]
Prince Amedeo presents his fiancee
Prince Amedeo of Belgium presented his fiancée, Elisabetta (Lili) von Rosboch von Wolkenstein to the press in the garden of his parent's home, Villa Schonenberg, Laeken, earlier today.
Most of the Belgium royal family came out for the photo call, including Amedeo's parents, Princess Astrid and Prince Lorenz, his four siblings, Princess Maria Laura, Prince Joachim, Princess Luisa and Princess Laetitia, his grandparents, King Albert, looking frail, and Queen Paola, and Archduchess Margherita of Austria, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde and their four children, Princess Elisabeth, Prince Gabriele, Prince Emmanuel and Princess Eleonore, and Princess Claire with her three children, Princess Louise, Prince Nicolas and Prince Aymeric. Princess Claire's husband, Prince Laurent, arrived after the photo shoot, according to press reports.
Miss Rosboch's parents, Ettore and Lilia Rosboch von Wolkenstein were also present.
http://www.nieuwsblad.be/article/detail.aspx?articleid=dmf20140216_00981657#photoset
http://www.rtl.be/info/belgique/familleroyale/1069728/voici-les-fiancailles-du-prince-amedeo-et-de-lili-rosboch-en-images
Most of the Belgium royal family came out for the photo call, including Amedeo's parents, Princess Astrid and Prince Lorenz, his four siblings, Princess Maria Laura, Prince Joachim, Princess Luisa and Princess Laetitia, his grandparents, King Albert, looking frail, and Queen Paola, and Archduchess Margherita of Austria, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde and their four children, Princess Elisabeth, Prince Gabriele, Prince Emmanuel and Princess Eleonore, and Princess Claire with her three children, Princess Louise, Prince Nicolas and Prince Aymeric. Princess Claire's husband, Prince Laurent, arrived after the photo shoot, according to press reports.
Miss Rosboch's parents, Ettore and Lilia Rosboch von Wolkenstein were also present.
http://www.nieuwsblad.be/article/detail.aspx?articleid=dmf20140216_00981657#photoset
http://www.rtl.be/info/belgique/familleroyale/1069728/voici-les-fiancailles-du-prince-amedeo-et-de-lili-rosboch-en-images
Saturday, February 15, 2014
Hereditary Prince Alexander von Isenburg engaged
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The civil wedding will take place in Birstein in June, followed by a religious wedding in July.
The Hereditary Prince is the eldest of five children of Franz Alexander Prince of Isenburg and Countess Christine von Sarma. He was born on June 16, 1969, and runs the family businesses. He has three sisters, Katharina (wife of Archduke Martin of Austria), Isabelle (Princess of Wied) and Sophie (Princess of Prussia), and a younger brother, Prince Viktor.
Dr. Lorenz is a member of the Founding Team of Women For Women, an organization of plastic surgeons who donate their time and skills to help victims of war and abuse.
http://www.womenforwomen-ipras.org/?q=node/16. Her mother, Constance Neuhann-Lorenz, also a plastic surgeon, is also one of the founding members. She is an Assistant Doctor in the Dept. of Plastic, Reconstructive, Hand, and Burn Surgery, Academic Hospital Munich Bogenhausen.
http://www.isenburg.de/
http://www.fuldaerzeitung.de/artikelansicht/artikel/1855542/regional+kinzigtal/hochzeitsglocken-alexander-prinz-von-isenburg-hat-sich-verlobt