Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-12-29
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upon the other wagonettes listening tC
an Italian cornet player One of om
party had similar instrument with
which he RECALLED us as we rode through
the villages and up to the door of the
hotel which stands at the entrance OF
the Park, surrounded by trees, making
charming spot. There are several
entrances with pretty Lodge at each
set in flowers and ivy running over
home, hedge and trees. The holly is
my admiration with its many varieties
| generally wore a piece at my neck in.
stead of flowers, for which | was otter
laughed at for wearing the green but
not the willow. Dinner was ordered al
four; when we started with a guide foi
walk and climb through the grounds
There is an obelisk from which you can
see the entire Park and castle of red
sandstone, as well as
INTO SEVENTEEN COUNTIES,
but our time being limited we followed
our guide. The walk through the Park
was delightful plenty of deer, and
black rabbits by the hundreds, quite
tame as none are allowed to be shot. A
gentleman told me he was there in the
spring and saw 500 cattle grazing, all
Lord Hills stock, and of the finest
breeds.
We were continually climbing up and
down stone steps cut in the solid rocks.
Soon we came upon the ruins of castle
Il part of two towers covered with WV
and moss, hededendrons in the greatest
profusion, many of the bushes being six
or seven feet across, with the remains
of the bloom still on them showing how
luxurious they must have been in the
height of the season. They SOW them
selves, and acres were covered. We
looked into a well cut in the solid rock
120 feet deep and 10 feet across the top.
An old gentleman lost his hat while
gazing into its depths and young man
instantly offered his and wore scarf in
in its place the rest of the day. probably
donated by a young lady. We climbed
up a long flight of steps to see she
British Lion in his stronghold which
had been chiseled out of the rock. He
seemed quite tame in his solid state,
though some one remarked he was fear
full when reused or his tail stepped on,
the latter however, being out of sight
no danger was apprehended. On we
went again,
THROUGH A LONG DARK PASSAGE
cut in the rock, with the order to keen
to the right, following close upon each
others heels, for company in the dark
ness, never feeling quite sure that some
thing might not strike YOU in the face.
Soon faint CLEAN of light from pane
of colored glass inserted in the stone
overhead lightencd our pathway till we
came to quite room with pillars left
standing to support the roof, door
leading outside to a parapet and one to
a grotto made of shells, said to have
been the work of some former Miss
Hills. With the stained glass the effect
was very beautiful. We enioyed the
extended view from the parapet with a
field glass.
Our last object of interest was the
Hermit who has spent 1000 years in
his cave. The guide suddenly disap-
peared as we drew near, and in our
anxiety to see we did not miss him.
One of the gentlemen gave loud
knock as we reached the door, as the
venerable party is quite deaf, and the
door flew open as if by magic,
THE HERMIT
sitting in large chair, with his parch-
ment looking face and feet which were
visible below the long serge gown,
would warrant one in believing he was
one of the chosen few saved from the
ark. He seemed quite cheerful at the
sight of visitors and did not refuse
money when offered topurchase tobacco.
| inquired for American news but he
evidently did not take THE HERALD or
the Chicago Tribune and could tell we
nothing of home news. We then turned
our steps homeward by different
route, to the hotel, lovely walk
through fertile wales and dewy meads''
and only had time to refresh ourselves
before we were called, forty of us to a
solid tea. The roast beef of England
was the most prominent dish hand
somely thanked by salmon and various
other dishes to all of which we did full
justice, After which we adjourned to
seats under the wide-spreading lime and
other trees. Some of the party PLAYED
croquet or cricket while others tripped
the light fantastic toe, ending with
songs from several gentlemen with g
finale of ''God save the Queen from
all. The tune is similar to s'Amcrica,' -
| if not the same.
About seven we started for home
Every one seemed happy and the ride
was enlivened with singing. At Werr
we rested for half an hour where some
refreshed the inner man with milo
brewed liquids. 1t was long past sun
| down when we came in sight of St
/ Chad 5 church, and with hearty good
I night each was left ut his respective
| homes.
The next morning came package &c
"Our American Cousin.
THE SHREWSBURY CHRONICLE
of one hundred years ago and the present
| Chronicle. just one hundred wears
/ The papers were quite unlike in size
/ an appearances. However, I think a
| hundred years would show greater
/ Improvement in America on a weekly
paper,
June Esd we were invited to Mr. H
to strawberry party. Himself and
wife have the care of the "Millngtor
Hospital" endowed, taking its name
/ from the donor, who has departed this
life many years since. 1t is a large
building on the opposite side of the
river. quite elevated. the ground being
high overlooking the town and slopine
i gradually to the street, giving the
children large play ground with
swings, turning poles and variou:
things for their amusement as well as
health. The boys and girls occupy
separate rooms in the main building
/ during school hours. coming from Their
homes in the neighborhood, receiving
| instruction in all the various English
branches, the girls being taught sewing
! and knitting as well as mending. The
/ wings of the building. give a home Of
i two rooms one above the other. for life
with food, clothing, fuel and light auC
+ some money 20 old
CHARITY WIDOWS.
/ When one goes to her long home hel
! place is soon filed. They all looked
/ happy and comfortable. They each dc
/ for themselves if able. if not, one of tho
I school children helps them.
| Several gardens are attached to the
grounds amt rented 70 people who liyt