October 6, 1900
The Free Lance, a London newspaper, has published a "remarkable interview" with Queen Nathalie of Serbia, the mother of King Alexander. She has spent the summer at a villa near San Sebastian, Spain. The Queen, according to the New York Times, "does not mince her words" in regard to her son, King Alexander, and his wife, Queen Draga.
"The charge that I sent her insulting postcards is an infamous bit of malignity on her part, got up as a pretext for the dismissal of a few officers of my household still at Belgrade, and in order to pocket their allowances. Never was a man more infatuated than my dear, deluded son by this petty, narrow-hearted Servian subject, fifteen years his senior."
No "language is is strong, apparently" to express Queen Nathalie's dislike for her daughter-in-law. She "recounts her fruitless efforts to put a stop to the affair" before it approached marriage.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Boris signs first decree as Ferdinand leaves the country
October 5, 1918
King Boris of the Bulgarians has signed his first decree demobilizing the Bulgarian army, according to a dispatch from Sofia, reports the New York Times.
His father, King Ferdinand, has left Bulgaria. Before he signed his "declaration of abdication," he received party leaders, "all of whom expressed approval of his decision."
Although the Bulgarian Cabinet offered its resignation to Boris, the new king expressed his confidence it it, and "asked the Ministers to retain their portfolios."
Prince Boris' accession to the throne "was received enthusiastically by the populace," according to another Sofia dispatch. The bells of the church were rung in celebration.
The new king addressed a large crowd from the palace. He said: "I thank you for your manifestation of patriotic support. I have faith in the good star of Bulgarian and I believe that the Bulgar people, by their good qualities and co-operation, are directed to a brilliant future."
Ferdinand's abdication was reported in Vienna and received "by way of Switzerland and Paris." His popularity in Bulgarian had been "waning rapidly since it became apparent to Bulgarians that he erred grievously in plunging the country into war on the side of the Teutonic Powers." It is also possible that his dethronement "may be due to Entente pressure," an analogous situation in Greece, King Constantine abdicated after Entente influence there.
King Boris, the eldest of Ferdinand's four children by his first wife, Princess Maria Luisa of Bourbon-Parma, was born on January 18, 1894. He was received into the Orthodox church in February 1896, much to his mother's disappointment. The late Princess Marie Louise was a devout Roman Catholic. King Ferdinand was excommunicated by the Roman Catholic church for his decision to allow Boris to be rebaptized into the Orthodox faith.
King Boris of the Bulgarians has signed his first decree demobilizing the Bulgarian army, according to a dispatch from Sofia, reports the New York Times.
His father, King Ferdinand, has left Bulgaria. Before he signed his "declaration of abdication," he received party leaders, "all of whom expressed approval of his decision."
Although the Bulgarian Cabinet offered its resignation to Boris, the new king expressed his confidence it it, and "asked the Ministers to retain their portfolios."
Prince Boris' accession to the throne "was received enthusiastically by the populace," according to another Sofia dispatch. The bells of the church were rung in celebration.
The new king addressed a large crowd from the palace. He said: "I thank you for your manifestation of patriotic support. I have faith in the good star of Bulgarian and I believe that the Bulgar people, by their good qualities and co-operation, are directed to a brilliant future."
Ferdinand's abdication was reported in Vienna and received "by way of Switzerland and Paris." His popularity in Bulgarian had been "waning rapidly since it became apparent to Bulgarians that he erred grievously in plunging the country into war on the side of the Teutonic Powers." It is also possible that his dethronement "may be due to Entente pressure," an analogous situation in Greece, King Constantine abdicated after Entente influence there.
King Boris, the eldest of Ferdinand's four children by his first wife, Princess Maria Luisa of Bourbon-Parma, was born on January 18, 1894. He was received into the Orthodox church in February 1896, much to his mother's disappointment. The late Princess Marie Louise was a devout Roman Catholic. King Ferdinand was excommunicated by the Roman Catholic church for his decision to allow Boris to be rebaptized into the Orthodox faith.
Manoel flees; Portugal a republic
Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, "is now completely in the hands of the Republicans, who have formed a provisional government, according to a dispatch from the Chicago Daily Tribune. A new national flag "of red and green is flying over all the public buildings, including the town hall."
There are conflicting reports about the whereabouts of the young King Manoel. One report states that the king, along with Queen Mother Amelie and his grandmother, the Queen Dowager, Maria Pia, "have taken refuge at Mafra," 23 miles from Lisbon. Another report says the king is safe on a British warship, while a third account "has him as a prisoner, but this lacks every detail of confirmation."
The Duke of Oporto is said to be a "fugitive."
The New York Times dismisses rumors about the young king's behavior, and states that "all the trustworthy intelligence that has been received regarding the personality" of Manoel II, "leads to the belief that he did his very best properly to perform the duties that fate had imposed upon him."
Manoel succeeds to the throne in 1908 following the assassinations of his father, King Carlos I, and his elder brother, Don Luis Filipe.
The young sovereign's short reign was the "result of influences over which he had no control, influences due to events that occurred before his birth."
He is an avid sportsman, enjoying motoring, riding, fencing, billiards, and tennis. At court, it was common knowledge that in "the exercise of those sports the King was always serene, courteous, and kind."
His allowance from the Portuguese people was about $1000 a day, about $365,000 a year. This was the same amount that his father had received, and "it proved so inadequate for one of the most extravagant monarchs of his time that Carlos ran fearfully into debt and made away with some of the Crown jewels.
But Manoel had been relieved of some of the "various expenses that his father had to bear," such as maintaining the museums and theaters. and "keeping in repair of several useless palaces at Lisbon and other cities. These palaces were turned over to the Government.
Several weeks after his accession, Manoel, accompanied by several Adjutants, went for a walk incognito near Belem palace. A "pretty flower girl with that impertinence common to girls of her class, stepped forward, pinned a small bouquet " on Manoel's coat lapel, and then left without saying a word. Manoel ran after her, stopped her, and shook her warmly by the hand to thank her for her bouquet,"
His Adjutants were dumbstruck. "What imprudence," one exclaimed.
Manoel responded: "It is better to be imprudent than to be discourteous."
Now the 21-year-old King heads into exile, his future - and the future of Portugal -- in doubt.
Kaiser sends envoy to Duke of Cumberland
October 5, 1906
The New York Times publishes today a report "received from Schwerin that the Grand Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin" will visit Gmunden in a few days on behalf of Wilhelm II "to confer with the Grand Duke's father-in-law, the Duke of Cumberland, in regard to the Brunswick succession."
The Grand Duke's sister, Cecilie, is married to Crown Prince Wilhelm, the Kaiser's heir apparent.
The New York Times publishes today a report "received from Schwerin that the Grand Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin" will visit Gmunden in a few days on behalf of Wilhelm II "to confer with the Grand Duke's father-in-law, the Duke of Cumberland, in regard to the Brunswick succession."
The Grand Duke's sister, Cecilie, is married to Crown Prince Wilhelm, the Kaiser's heir apparent.
another interview with Alexander and Katherine
This one from Voice of America, The correspondent and his wife were among the guests at the 25th anniversary celebrations.
Voice of America (VOA) Interview with Crown Prince Alexander II and Crown Princess Katherine
Karageorgevitchs' after 25 years of marriage
Branko Mikasinovic, Saturday, 2 October 2010
Prince Alexander and Princess Katherine Karageorgevitch have marked the 25th wedding anniversary a short while ago. They have presented some of the most interesting and most important moments of their life in Serbia for our program.
Prince Alexander Karageorgevitch: "It was for sure the tragic assassination of our Prime Minister Zoran Djindjic, elections, different views of our politicians regarding Serbia’s European Union membership, which is our goal, Kosovo situation, poverty, problems with social and health services, etc. My wife constantly tries to help those who need help the most. So, we have many problems. “
Princess Katherine Karageorgevitch:"For me, one of the most memorable moments was our return to Belgrade. I would never forget our first day at this Palace. Alexander was very emotional, and when he would sit at a sofa, he kept repeating “maybe my father, my grandfather were sitting here“. When we went to bed that night, Alexander whispered “I returned home, father “.
Voice of America (VOA) : How did your role and your activities here in Serbia develop over the past ten years?
Prince Alexander Karageorgevitch: "On my return to Belgrade in 2001, I decided that my role should be neutral, good relations with everybody. I travel abroad to promote foreign investments, and I also started a Foundation for education of young people. I support my wife in her humanitarian activities, and we make efforts to do more things in a best possible way. “
VOA : What do you expect from the next 10 years in Serbia, and what from another 25 years of your marriage?
Prince Alexander Karageorgevitch: “My sincere hope is that Serbia will become a member of the European Union, as well as our neighbours Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Macedonia. We need each other. I also believe in dialogue. We have to talk, because dialogue brings more trust and understanding.
Princess Katherine Karageorgevitch: “The Serbian people deserve much more. We are part of Europe, and the Serbian people deserve to live as other Europeans do, to have good hospitals, jobs and apartments, to start families and have children – that’s God’s will. If we unite and work together, it will all be possible“.
Prince Alexander Karageorgevitch: “We also have to maintain good transatlantic relations. American company “US Steel” works here, as well as other foreign companies, but we need much more such companies. We are small country, but we have educated people, who speak foreign languages, who are experts, and who could make great contribution to our country and to international community”.
VOA : After 25 years of successful marriage, what would be your advice to young people who have just started their life together? What does it take for marriage become a successful one?
Princess Katherine Karageorgevitch: “First of all, I believe in destiny. I believe that God gave me a gift – my husband Alexander. To have such a gift is precious, to have such husband with whom you would get well together and spend your life together – it is very precious and very important. When you start a marriage, you have to contribute, to complement your partner. Many people make a mistake of trying to change what they have instead of improving that”.
Prince Alexander Karageorgevitch: “You should be partners, listen to and hear each other, and be very, very tolerant. We have had 25 magic years of marriage, although our life here was another test of patience and success. Therefore, if you talk and paint your relationship with humour, work and love, a successful marriage stands a good chance”.
Voice of America (VOA) Interview with Crown Prince Alexander II and Crown Princess Katherine
Karageorgevitchs' after 25 years of marriage
Branko Mikasinovic, Saturday, 2 October 2010
Prince Alexander and Princess Katherine Karageorgevitch have marked the 25th wedding anniversary a short while ago. They have presented some of the most interesting and most important moments of their life in Serbia for our program.
Prince Alexander Karageorgevitch: "It was for sure the tragic assassination of our Prime Minister Zoran Djindjic, elections, different views of our politicians regarding Serbia’s European Union membership, which is our goal, Kosovo situation, poverty, problems with social and health services, etc. My wife constantly tries to help those who need help the most. So, we have many problems. “
Princess Katherine Karageorgevitch:"For me, one of the most memorable moments was our return to Belgrade. I would never forget our first day at this Palace. Alexander was very emotional, and when he would sit at a sofa, he kept repeating “maybe my father, my grandfather were sitting here“. When we went to bed that night, Alexander whispered “I returned home, father “.
Voice of America (VOA) : How did your role and your activities here in Serbia develop over the past ten years?
Prince Alexander Karageorgevitch: "On my return to Belgrade in 2001, I decided that my role should be neutral, good relations with everybody. I travel abroad to promote foreign investments, and I also started a Foundation for education of young people. I support my wife in her humanitarian activities, and we make efforts to do more things in a best possible way. “
VOA : What do you expect from the next 10 years in Serbia, and what from another 25 years of your marriage?
Prince Alexander Karageorgevitch: “My sincere hope is that Serbia will become a member of the European Union, as well as our neighbours Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Macedonia. We need each other. I also believe in dialogue. We have to talk, because dialogue brings more trust and understanding.
Princess Katherine Karageorgevitch: “The Serbian people deserve much more. We are part of Europe, and the Serbian people deserve to live as other Europeans do, to have good hospitals, jobs and apartments, to start families and have children – that’s God’s will. If we unite and work together, it will all be possible“.
Prince Alexander Karageorgevitch: “We also have to maintain good transatlantic relations. American company “US Steel” works here, as well as other foreign companies, but we need much more such companies. We are small country, but we have educated people, who speak foreign languages, who are experts, and who could make great contribution to our country and to international community”.
VOA : After 25 years of successful marriage, what would be your advice to young people who have just started their life together? What does it take for marriage become a successful one?
Princess Katherine Karageorgevitch: “First of all, I believe in destiny. I believe that God gave me a gift – my husband Alexander. To have such a gift is precious, to have such husband with whom you would get well together and spend your life together – it is very precious and very important. When you start a marriage, you have to contribute, to complement your partner. Many people make a mistake of trying to change what they have instead of improving that”.
Prince Alexander Karageorgevitch: “You should be partners, listen to and hear each other, and be very, very tolerant. We have had 25 magic years of marriage, although our life here was another test of patience and success. Therefore, if you talk and paint your relationship with humour, work and love, a successful marriage stands a good chance”.
Monday, October 4, 2010
No engagement for Nicholas
October 4, 1928
By special cable to the New York Times. "Europe's gossips today again were treated to what they thought a bit choice of scandal in connection with the Rumanian court, but only for a short time." The court is denying reports that former Crown Carol's younger brother, Prince Nicholas, "eloped with a Rumanian society woman and gone to Paris."
An "official communique" stated that the Prince went to Paris "for medical treatment" and is expected to return to Bucharest on Saturday.
The AP reports that Prince Nicholas has been in Paris for several days. His visit has "given rise to rumors that he also had become involved in an escapade of a character similar to his brother's. This has been denied by the Rumanian Legation in Paris.
One rumor, published in a Budapest newspaper, said that Prince Nicholas "had eloped with a Rumanian girl of aristocratic lineage and was living at the Paris villa of his brother."
Legation officials "insisted energetically that the rumor of an elopement was false," but there has been no denial "of another report that on the visit to Paris Prince Nicholas was in the company of a woman, who, however, was said to be not of the Bucharest aristocracy."
By special cable to the New York Times. "Europe's gossips today again were treated to what they thought a bit choice of scandal in connection with the Rumanian court, but only for a short time." The court is denying reports that former Crown Carol's younger brother, Prince Nicholas, "eloped with a Rumanian society woman and gone to Paris."
An "official communique" stated that the Prince went to Paris "for medical treatment" and is expected to return to Bucharest on Saturday.
The AP reports that Prince Nicholas has been in Paris for several days. His visit has "given rise to rumors that he also had become involved in an escapade of a character similar to his brother's. This has been denied by the Rumanian Legation in Paris.
One rumor, published in a Budapest newspaper, said that Prince Nicholas "had eloped with a Rumanian girl of aristocratic lineage and was living at the Paris villa of his brother."
Legation officials "insisted energetically that the rumor of an elopement was false," but there has been no denial "of another report that on the visit to Paris Prince Nicholas was in the company of a woman, who, however, was said to be not of the Bucharest aristocracy."
Nicholas' brother in Siam "after an amazing flight
October 4, 1920
The New York Times reports today that Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovitch of Russia, younger brother of Nicholas II, was not assassinated by the Bolsheviks, "but is now in Siam." This is according to Nicholas Breshkovsky, a Russian author, writing in the French newspaper, Figaro.
Breshkovsky "asserts that the grand duke escaped from Perm," where he had been held by the Bolsheviks, and he "fled to the depths of Siberia." He reached Siam "after a long adventurous voyage and was received by King Chao Fa Maha Vajiravud," who is married to a Russian woman.
The report further states that Grand Duke Michael "is still with the king of Siam and is waiting developments in Russia."
The New York Times reports today that Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovitch of Russia, younger brother of Nicholas II, was not assassinated by the Bolsheviks, "but is now in Siam." This is according to Nicholas Breshkovsky, a Russian author, writing in the French newspaper, Figaro.
Breshkovsky "asserts that the grand duke escaped from Perm," where he had been held by the Bolsheviks, and he "fled to the depths of Siberia." He reached Siam "after a long adventurous voyage and was received by King Chao Fa Maha Vajiravud," who is married to a Russian woman.
The report further states that Grand Duke Michael "is still with the king of Siam and is waiting developments in Russia."
Nicholas confirms Olga's divorce
October 4, 1916
Nicholas II, according to a Reuter dispatch from Petrograd, "has confirmed the dissolution, pronounced by the Holy Synod, of the marriage of his sister,. the Grand Duchess Olga, to Duke Peter of Oldenburg." According to Nicholas's decree, Olga "retains her imperial title and is permitted to remarry."
Grand Duchess Olga Alexandrovna is the youngest child of the late Alexander III and his wife, Princess Dagmar of Denmark, who took the name Marie Feodorovna, when she converted to the Russian Orthodox church, She was born on June 1, 1882, She married Duke Peter on July 27, 1901.
The couple have no children.
Nicholas II, according to a Reuter dispatch from Petrograd, "has confirmed the dissolution, pronounced by the Holy Synod, of the marriage of his sister,. the Grand Duchess Olga, to Duke Peter of Oldenburg." According to Nicholas's decree, Olga "retains her imperial title and is permitted to remarry."
Grand Duchess Olga Alexandrovna is the youngest child of the late Alexander III and his wife, Princess Dagmar of Denmark, who took the name Marie Feodorovna, when she converted to the Russian Orthodox church, She was born on June 1, 1882, She married Duke Peter on July 27, 1901.
The couple have no children.
Prince Ludwig zu Ysenburg und Büdingen marries at Glücksburg
Prince Ludwig zu Ysenburg und Büdingen and Chantal Toelle were married on Saturday at the Wasserschloss at Glücksburg, More than 150 guests from the aristocracy and the financial community attended the ceremony. The prince is the youngest son of Princess Elisabeth of Schleswig-Holstein and her late husband, Prince Ferdinand zu Ysenburg und Büdingen.
The ecumenical service took place in the castle's chapel. The groom is Lutheran and the bride is a member of the Roman Catholic church. The new princess wore a simple white dress, topped with a tight jacket made of stain. The veil was topped with a diamond tiara.
Princess Chantal, 35, is from Hamburg. Both she and her husband work in financial management in Frankfurt. They met at barbecue through mutual friends
http://www.shz.de/nachrichten/lokales/flensburger-tageblatt/artikeldetails/browse/1/article/218/prinzenhochzeit-im-wasserschloss.html
The ecumenical service took place in the castle's chapel. The groom is Lutheran and the bride is a member of the Roman Catholic church. The new princess wore a simple white dress, topped with a tight jacket made of stain. The veil was topped with a diamond tiara.
Princess Chantal, 35, is from Hamburg. Both she and her husband work in financial management in Frankfurt. They met at barbecue through mutual friends
http://www.shz.de/nachrichten/lokales/flensburger-tageblatt/artikeldetails/browse/1/article/218/prinzenhochzeit-im-wasserschloss.html
Saturday, October 2, 2010
Princess Nathalie competes in World Equestrian games
From the local Kentucky paper - notice the huge mistake in the final paragraph
http://www.courier-journal.com/article/20100930/WEG/309300114/1002/Danish-princess-Nathalie-competes-at-World-Equstrian-Games
A nice interview with Nathalie's mom,lHRH Princess Benedikte.
http://www.kentucky.com/2010/09/29/1454981/danish-princess-says-kentucky.html
http://www.courier-journal.com/article/20100930/WEG/309300114/1002/Danish-princess-Nathalie-competes-at-World-Equstrian-Games
A nice interview with Nathalie's mom,lHRH Princess Benedikte.
http://www.kentucky.com/2010/09/29/1454981/danish-princess-says-kentucky.html
Friday, October 1, 2010
Prince Johann Nepomuk of Schwarzenberg is dead
October 1, 1938
Prince Johann Nepomuk of Schwarzenberg died today at his Vienna palace after a long illness. The Prince was 78 years old.
The prince was the head of the "famous Austrian family which before the World War was among the largest landowners in Europe." He was the ninth of his line. He was also the Duke of Krumau, "the little Bohemian district which on the day of his death figured in world events as the scene of the first German occupation of the Sudetenland," according to the Associated Press dispatch.
Prince Johann Nepomuk Adolf Maria Hubert Maximin was born on May 29, 1860 at Vienna, the second child, but the eldest son of Adolf Joseph, 8th Prince of Schwarzenberg and Princess Ida of Liechtenstein. On August 27, 1889, the prince married Countess Therese of Trauttmansdorff-Weisnberg. He is survived by his widow and six children, Adolf, who succeeds as the head of the house, Ida Countess Revertera von Salandra, Josephine, Countess Czernin von und zu Chudenitz; Princess Anna; Maria Benedicta, Princess of Croy, and Therese, Baroness von Guttenberg.
Two sons, Prince Karl and Prince Edmund, predeceased their father.
The new Prince of Schwarzenbeg is married to Princess Hilda of Luxembourg. As they have no children, the heir presumptive is the late Prince's younger brither, Prince Felix, who is married to Princess Anna of Löwenstein-Wertheimp-Rosenberg.
Prince Johann Nepomuk of Schwarzenberg died today at his Vienna palace after a long illness. The Prince was 78 years old.
The prince was the head of the "famous Austrian family which before the World War was among the largest landowners in Europe." He was the ninth of his line. He was also the Duke of Krumau, "the little Bohemian district which on the day of his death figured in world events as the scene of the first German occupation of the Sudetenland," according to the Associated Press dispatch.
Prince Johann Nepomuk Adolf Maria Hubert Maximin was born on May 29, 1860 at Vienna, the second child, but the eldest son of Adolf Joseph, 8th Prince of Schwarzenberg and Princess Ida of Liechtenstein. On August 27, 1889, the prince married Countess Therese of Trauttmansdorff-Weisnberg. He is survived by his widow and six children, Adolf, who succeeds as the head of the house, Ida Countess Revertera von Salandra, Josephine, Countess Czernin von und zu Chudenitz; Princess Anna; Maria Benedicta, Princess of Croy, and Therese, Baroness von Guttenberg.
Two sons, Prince Karl and Prince Edmund, predeceased their father.
The new Prince of Schwarzenbeg is married to Princess Hilda of Luxembourg. As they have no children, the heir presumptive is the late Prince's younger brither, Prince Felix, who is married to Princess Anna of Löwenstein-Wertheimp-Rosenberg.
Grand Duke Kirill seriously ill
October 1, 1938
The New York Times is reporting that Grand Duke Kirill, pretender to the Russian throne, is "dangerously ill in the American Hospital" in Paris. His physician Dr. Laurence S. Fuller, is consulting with Prof. Leriche, a French arteries specialist, on "whether to amputate the grand duke's right leg."
Kirill, 62, became ill with arteriosclerosis last week. He had been in "failing health" since attending his daughter, Grand Duchess Kira's wedding to Prince Louis Ferdinand of Prussia, the son of the former Crown Prince Wilhelm.
His sister, Princess Nicholas of Greece, and her daughter, the Duchess of Kent, "were at his bedside constantly."
The Grand Duke's conditition has been described as "very serious."
The New York Times is reporting that Grand Duke Kirill, pretender to the Russian throne, is "dangerously ill in the American Hospital" in Paris. His physician Dr. Laurence S. Fuller, is consulting with Prof. Leriche, a French arteries specialist, on "whether to amputate the grand duke's right leg."
Kirill, 62, became ill with arteriosclerosis last week. He had been in "failing health" since attending his daughter, Grand Duchess Kira's wedding to Prince Louis Ferdinand of Prussia, the son of the former Crown Prince Wilhelm.
His sister, Princess Nicholas of Greece, and her daughter, the Duchess of Kent, "were at his bedside constantly."
The Grand Duke's conditition has been described as "very serious."
Queen Mary moves into new home
October 1, 1936
Today was moving day for Queen Mary. After "twenty-five years as mistress of Buckingham Palace," Queen Mary moved into a new home, Marlborough House, reports the AP. Mary, dressed in black, left Buckingham Palace with her son, King Edward VIII, and her daughter, the Princess Royal "to drive to Marlborough House.
The Queen's face was "pale, worked with emotion," but with her son at her side, "she managed a smile and a slight wave of her gloved hand."
A small group gathered on the sidewalk as the queen's automobile came out of the drive past "saluting blue-coated bobbies and scarlet-jacketed sentries presenting arms."
King Edward returned early today from Balmoral in order to help his mother move. He remained with her "for some time after her personal standard had been hoisted to the flagstaff of Marlborough House." This was the first such flag to fly there since Queen Alexandra's death in 1925.
Queen Mary took an active role in the redecoration, and she supervised "the renovations herself and followed her own preferences even when they differed from current Mayfair fashions."
Her household has been downsized, although her favorite servants, including her chauffeur, moved with her.
No Portuguese-Hohenzollern match
October 1, 1910
A "semi-official denial is given in the press to-day to the old report" that King Manoel of Portugal will marry Princess Viktoria Luise of Prussia, the only daughter of Kaiser Wilhelm II, according to the New York Times.
A "semi-official denial is given in the press to-day to the old report" that King Manoel of Portugal will marry Princess Viktoria Luise of Prussia, the only daughter of Kaiser Wilhelm II, according to the New York Times.
The marriage of Prince Albert and Duchess Elisabeth
October 1, 1900
By direct wire to the Los Angeles Times.
Prince Albert of the Belgians and Duchess Elisabeth in Bavaria were married today in the "ancient Church of St. Gudule" in Brussels. The wedding was one the "most brilliant social affair in Belgium for many years. Royalty was "well represented, the most notable being King Leopold." The groom is the son of the King's younger brother, the Count of Flanders.
It is being reported that the King, who has no surviving sons, will "shortly abdicate" in Prince Albert's favor.
The Belgian sovereign has long been "aware of his own unpopularity with the masses, and will give up the throne to save the country from revolution." The Count of Flanders is physically incapacitated and unable to perform "the duties of king."
Albert, seen as a prospective king, is "the most popular member of the royal family." He has a keen and deep interest in the "conditions of the working people." He is also well known in the United States, where has spent some time." The new Princess Elisabeth "is loved by the people of Bavaria for her interest in charity." She is the daughter of the Duke in Bavaria, Karl Theodor, who is also a noted oculist.
By direct wire to the Los Angeles Times.
Prince Albert of the Belgians and Duchess Elisabeth in Bavaria were married today in the "ancient Church of St. Gudule" in Brussels. The wedding was one the "most brilliant social affair in Belgium for many years. Royalty was "well represented, the most notable being King Leopold." The groom is the son of the King's younger brother, the Count of Flanders.
It is being reported that the King, who has no surviving sons, will "shortly abdicate" in Prince Albert's favor.
The Belgian sovereign has long been "aware of his own unpopularity with the masses, and will give up the throne to save the country from revolution." The Count of Flanders is physically incapacitated and unable to perform "the duties of king."
Albert, seen as a prospective king, is "the most popular member of the royal family." He has a keen and deep interest in the "conditions of the working people." He is also well known in the United States, where has spent some time." The new Princess Elisabeth "is loved by the people of Bavaria for her interest in charity." She is the daughter of the Duke in Bavaria, Karl Theodor, who is also a noted oculist.
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