our mom try to restore the photos to the blog ... she hopes to have all the photos back on the blog by the end of the month. She says it is a meticulous process ...
Thursday, January 5, 2012
We're helping ...
our mom try to restore the photos to the blog ... she hopes to have all the photos back on the blog by the end of the month. She says it is a meticulous process ...
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
I am now on Twitter
I think .....
my Twitter is royalmusing (no s, as someone took royalmusings already).
my Twitter is royalmusing (no s, as someone took royalmusings already).
Royal Death: Alexander of Prussia
Prince Alexander of Prussia died today at the age of seventy-five, reports the New York Times. He had been ill for some time.
Prince Alexander was the son of Prince Friedrich of Prussia and Princess Luise of Anhalt. He was born in Berlin on June 21, 1820. The prince served as Chief of the Third Westphalia Infantry Regiment, Chief of the Second Regiment of Grenadiers of the Guard in the Landwehr, and a Knight of the Black Eagle.
Prince Alexander never married. He is survived by his younger brother, Prince Georg.
The German Emperor and Empress were at his bedside when he died shortly before eleven in the morning.
He was also the General of Infantry in the Prussian army.
Princess Nada gets her divorce
January 4, 1932
Nadejda Elizabeth B. Dorozynski, daughter of Princess Miguel de Braganza, widow of Prince Miguel, was divorced today in Reno, Nevada, from Vadim Dorozynski, a former captain in the Russian Navy. The divorce suit was filed in secret, on October 19, 1931, charged "extremely cruelty," reports the Associated Press.
Nadejda Elizabeth B. Dorozynski, daughter of Princess Miguel de Braganza, widow of Prince Miguel, was divorced today in Reno, Nevada, from Vadim Dorozynski, a former captain in the Russian Navy. The divorce suit was filed in secret, on October 19, 1931, charged "extremely cruelty," reports the Associated Press.
King Carol asks Helen to return
January 4, 1932
King Carol of Romania and his former wife, Princess Helen, will be "reconciled after all," according to "reliable information" obtained exclusively by the Los Angeles Times.
Princess Helen, now in Germany on vacation, will be visited by Constantine Argetoaino, Romania's Finance minister, who is "touring European capitals trying to obtain loans."
Before Argetoiano left Bucharest, he received Carol's "consent to patch up his troubles with his former wife." This reconciliation has little to do with the "dictates of his heart," as King Carol "remains attached" to Elena Lupescu.
However, friends of the king have counseled him to consider a reconciliation with Princess Helen for the good of the country. Argetoiano's conversations with officials in Rome and Paris have "strengthened his belief" that the European powers are "a bit nervous at Carol's position and disgusted" by Mme Lupescu's "presence at the palace."
King Carol of Romania and his former wife, Princess Helen, will be "reconciled after all," according to "reliable information" obtained exclusively by the Los Angeles Times.
Princess Helen, now in Germany on vacation, will be visited by Constantine Argetoaino, Romania's Finance minister, who is "touring European capitals trying to obtain loans."
Before Argetoiano left Bucharest, he received Carol's "consent to patch up his troubles with his former wife." This reconciliation has little to do with the "dictates of his heart," as King Carol "remains attached" to Elena Lupescu.
However, friends of the king have counseled him to consider a reconciliation with Princess Helen for the good of the country. Argetoiano's conversations with officials in Rome and Paris have "strengthened his belief" that the European powers are "a bit nervous at Carol's position and disgusted" by Mme Lupescu's "presence at the palace."
Carol's renunciation is ratified
January 4, 1926
Romanian Deputies and Senators met this "afternoon in the Chambers of Deputies," where, according to a special cable to the New York Times, the Prime Minister "read the royal message to Parliament announcing three bills for its consideration."
The three bills are: "the ratification of the acceptance of Prince Carol's renunciation," "the modification of the status of the royal family," and the third bill establishes a regency if Carol's son, Michael, succeeds to the throne before he reaches his majority.
The second bill also permits Carol to renounce "his right of parental power over, as well as legal usufruct of, his son Prince Michael's fortune."
Prince Carol also states in his renunciation that he will not return to Romania for a period of ten years, and "after that period only with the King's authority."
The royal family's status, "enacted in 1919 after Prince Carol's morganatic marriage, has been modified," as well. A change of Prince Carol's name must be "approved by the King."
The new law will also stated that those members of the Romanian royal family who lose "their quality" will also lose "their political rights and military ranks." Prince Carol's name will be removed from all the military lists.
Divorce proceedings will be subject to the King's approval. Royal marriages may be ended with two weeks. The King is "invested with the supreme right of discipline and supervision of the royal family."
Carol's estranged wife will be known as Princess Helen of Romania, and she will receive an annual allowance from the Crown Prince's civil list.
Prince Carol will not lose his citizenship or his private fortune as these are considered "inviolable."
Romanian Deputies and Senators met this "afternoon in the Chambers of Deputies," where, according to a special cable to the New York Times, the Prime Minister "read the royal message to Parliament announcing three bills for its consideration."
The three bills are: "the ratification of the acceptance of Prince Carol's renunciation," "the modification of the status of the royal family," and the third bill establishes a regency if Carol's son, Michael, succeeds to the throne before he reaches his majority.
The second bill also permits Carol to renounce "his right of parental power over, as well as legal usufruct of, his son Prince Michael's fortune."
Prince Carol also states in his renunciation that he will not return to Romania for a period of ten years, and "after that period only with the King's authority."
The royal family's status, "enacted in 1919 after Prince Carol's morganatic marriage, has been modified," as well. A change of Prince Carol's name must be "approved by the King."
The new law will also stated that those members of the Romanian royal family who lose "their quality" will also lose "their political rights and military ranks." Prince Carol's name will be removed from all the military lists.
Divorce proceedings will be subject to the King's approval. Royal marriages may be ended with two weeks. The King is "invested with the supreme right of discipline and supervision of the royal family."
Carol's estranged wife will be known as Princess Helen of Romania, and she will receive an annual allowance from the Crown Prince's civil list.
Prince Carol will not lose his citizenship or his private fortune as these are considered "inviolable."
George II happy to be out of Greece
January 4, 1922
King George II of the Hellenes, who is in exile, and staying at the royal palace in Bucharest with his wife, Queen Elizabeth, received the news this morning of the "seizure of the government for a dictatorship by Premier Panglos."
The former king made no official comment, but "coming on the hells of the Prince Carol imbroglio," Romanian court officials say that the "banished ruler and his wife are more than pleased to be out of it all."
Queen Elizabeth is the eldest daughter of King Ferdinand and Queen Marie of Romania.
King George II of the Hellenes, who is in exile, and staying at the royal palace in Bucharest with his wife, Queen Elizabeth, received the news this morning of the "seizure of the government for a dictatorship by Premier Panglos."
The former king made no official comment, but "coming on the hells of the Prince Carol imbroglio," Romanian court officials say that the "banished ruler and his wife are more than pleased to be out of it all."
Queen Elizabeth is the eldest daughter of King Ferdinand and Queen Marie of Romania.
Duke of Connaught as King of Hungary?
January 4, 1920
The Associated Press reports today from Budapest that Hungary's monarchist party "has begin an active propaganda in favor of an English prince for the Hungarian throne."
The most likely candidate, according to the dispatch, is the Duke of Connaught, the only surviving son of the late Queen Victoria, and uncle of the present King George V.
The Hungarian government is said "to be indirectly aiding in the campaign," and the majority of government officials and politicians argue that "only the aid of England will save Hungary from economic ruin."
The Associated Press reports today from Budapest that Hungary's monarchist party "has begin an active propaganda in favor of an English prince for the Hungarian throne."
The most likely candidate, according to the dispatch, is the Duke of Connaught, the only surviving son of the late Queen Victoria, and uncle of the present King George V.
The Hungarian government is said "to be indirectly aiding in the campaign," and the majority of government officials and politicians argue that "only the aid of England will save Hungary from economic ruin."
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Reno divorce for Nadejda de Braganza
January 2, 1932
The Los Angeles Times reports today that the "romantic secret marriage" of Nadjeda de Braganza Dorozynski" has come to a "swift termination."
Mrs. Dorozynski will be "awarded a divorce" tomorrow in Reno from Vadim Dorozysnki, the son of a former Russia naval officer. The couple were "married only sixteen months ago."
Mrs. Dorozyski is the daughter of Princess Miguel de Braganza and the late Prince Miguel, "pretender to the throne of Portugal." The princess is the former Anita Rhinelander Stewart, whose marriage to Prince Miguel "was one of those famed alliances between American dollars and European aristocracy early in this century."
Princess Miguel and her family returned to the United States to live. Her American citizenship was eventually restored, and she prefers to be known as Mrs. de Braganca.
Princess Nadjeda has also "gone American." In September 1930, her mother "learned with surprise" that Nadjeda had eloped with a Russian, Vadim Doroznyski. They married at Capri, Italy, on August 16m 1930.
The divorce proceedings have been kept secret, and "all the details have been withheld." Dorozynski did not contest the divorce.
The Los Angeles Times reports today that the "romantic secret marriage" of Nadjeda de Braganza Dorozynski" has come to a "swift termination."
Mrs. Dorozynski will be "awarded a divorce" tomorrow in Reno from Vadim Dorozysnki, the son of a former Russia naval officer. The couple were "married only sixteen months ago."
Mrs. Dorozyski is the daughter of Princess Miguel de Braganza and the late Prince Miguel, "pretender to the throne of Portugal." The princess is the former Anita Rhinelander Stewart, whose marriage to Prince Miguel "was one of those famed alliances between American dollars and European aristocracy early in this century."
Princess Miguel and her family returned to the United States to live. Her American citizenship was eventually restored, and she prefers to be known as Mrs. de Braganca.
Princess Nadjeda has also "gone American." In September 1930, her mother "learned with surprise" that Nadjeda had eloped with a Russian, Vadim Doroznyski. They married at Capri, Italy, on August 16m 1930.
The divorce proceedings have been kept secret, and "all the details have been withheld." Dorozynski did not contest the divorce.
Nicholas criticizes brother
January 2, 1926
Prince Nicholas of Romania, second son of King Ferdinand and Queen Marie, is openly criticizing his older brother, Carol, for renouncing his rights to the throne, according to a dispatch to the Chicago Daily Tribune.
Nicholas, 23, told the press: "I have not seem my brother for three months when he went to Italy -- Venice, I believe -- and I do not expect to see him again. Carol has done an unforgivable thing and I am glad the family kicked him out. I have not heard whether he is getting a divorce and intends to remarry Zizi, but that is probable, as he apparently never forgot his first wife and did not get along well with Princess Helen of Greece. The fact that Helen is with my people at Sinaia palace, outside Bucharest, indicates that they are separated. Carol always complained that he lacked sufficient money and preferred to live in Paris rather than Romania."
Prince Nicholas of Romania, second son of King Ferdinand and Queen Marie, is openly criticizing his older brother, Carol, for renouncing his rights to the throne, according to a dispatch to the Chicago Daily Tribune.
Nicholas, 23, told the press: "I have not seem my brother for three months when he went to Italy -- Venice, I believe -- and I do not expect to see him again. Carol has done an unforgivable thing and I am glad the family kicked him out. I have not heard whether he is getting a divorce and intends to remarry Zizi, but that is probable, as he apparently never forgot his first wife and did not get along well with Princess Helen of Greece. The fact that Helen is with my people at Sinaia palace, outside Bucharest, indicates that they are separated. Carol always complained that he lacked sufficient money and preferred to live in Paris rather than Romania."
Ileana, a "democratic" Princess
January 2, 1926
Princess Ileana, the youngest daughter of King Ferdinand and Queen Marie of Romania, is known as "Europe's most democratic princess," reports the Associated Press.
She recently completed "her schooling at Ascot, England, and will shortly make her debut in society."
Princess Ileana is enjoys outdoor sports, and "at school took likely interest in the affairs of the college." When she first arrived, she made it clear that she did not want special treatment.
"Because I am a Princess, I do not want any favors." When she received invitations from girlfriends to tea or parties during the school year, she would reply: "I'd love to join them, but I only have one hour off, and that is on Sunday."
Princess Ileana, the youngest daughter of King Ferdinand and Queen Marie of Romania, is known as "Europe's most democratic princess," reports the Associated Press.
She recently completed "her schooling at Ascot, England, and will shortly make her debut in society."
Princess Ileana is enjoys outdoor sports, and "at school took likely interest in the affairs of the college." When she first arrived, she made it clear that she did not want special treatment.
"Because I am a Princess, I do not want any favors." When she received invitations from girlfriends to tea or parties during the school year, she would reply: "I'd love to join them, but I only have one hour off, and that is on Sunday."
Kaiser agrees to engagement of Prince Friedrich Wilhelm & Princess Agathe of Ratibor
Love "has triumphed over etiquette" by "an act" of Kaiser Wilhelm II who today gave his "long-withheld consent" to the marriage of his cousin, Prince Friedrich Wilhelm to Princess Agathe of Ratibor & Corvey, reports the Chicago Tribune.
The couple had been "betrothed privately," but the Kaiser, a strict "upholder of the Hohenzollern family traditions" would not sanction a marriage between a member of his family with the "daughter of a mushroom duke."
The Ratibors are Roman Catholic, which only added to the difficulties.
Several "influential friends" were finally able to convince the Kaiser, who on New Year's sent a message to his cousin, "giving his consent." Wilhelm II also sent a message to the Duke of Ratibor, telling him that his daughter would be welcome into the Imperial family.
The Ratibors "celebrated the betrothal today" with great festivities. The date for the wedding has not been set.
Prince Friedrich Wilhelm's brother, Prince Joachim, was in disgrace for "attempting to marry Marie Sulzer, an actress."
The missing images
It will be a very slow process, but I will try to most of the photos back up. All of them are in Googles Images -- so I must match the photo to the original post.
It will take time.
It will take time.
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Uh Oh!
I could not understand why the photo gallery on my new phone included photos posted on Royal Musings ... so I deleted the photos on the phone, not even thinking that there is a connection between the photos on the phone and on this blog .. guess there is, but cannot figure out why!
It will take some time to clean up all the black spots, where photos used to be. I will not be restoring the photos to the posts. Too much time. My mistake has freed up a lot of photo space! Not happy about what I did, but it won't happen again.
If you read a post with a missing image, please post the title of the post in a comment, and then I can delete it. Thanks. This will be a time consuming effort ... yuck!
The only good news is that I do have the originals.
It will take some time to clean up all the black spots, where photos used to be. I will not be restoring the photos to the posts. Too much time. My mistake has freed up a lot of photo space! Not happy about what I did, but it won't happen again.
If you read a post with a missing image, please post the title of the post in a comment, and then I can delete it. Thanks. This will be a time consuming effort ... yuck!
The only good news is that I do have the originals.
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