Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1883-07-27
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FROM SARATOGA.
What to See and How to See it-Somo
Personal Gossip.


SARATOGA, N. T., July 10.
To.the Editor Of the Free Press and Times
There was time when Saratoga did not
occupy the proud pre-eminence, without
rival or rivalry which we see to-day. A re-
markable change has come over Saratoga
since its wonderful springs were first known
Formerly the springs were the attraction,
but now in addition to drinking the waters
there are many things about this charming
Summer resort to make it firmly retain its
popularity. Nowhere else can be found
such parks, such music and such palata
hotels. Unequaled natural advantages,
which have united pleasure, comfort and
health, have been combined with everything
that art could devise or money supply to &C
complsh the same purpose Every Sum-
mer the number of visitors increases and i'm
provements are made upon hotels, parks and
in the town. With every Summer a greater
number of visitors come here than preceding
years and the season has expanded from six
weeks to four or five months. Those who
do not care for the excitement at the height
of the season, can visit here in May or June
and have quiet us If they were at
less gay resort. Conventions are
held all through the Summer, and
thousands take advantage Of seeing
this far-famcd watering place, while attend
ing the conventions. No wonder Saratoga is
selected for assemblies of this kind it is ac-
cessibe, the air is good, free from malaria,
the mineral waters are beneficial, the hotels
magnificent, and rank with the finest in the
world, and the village itself is ohlrming.
The streets are shaded by grand old ems
which ovcr-arCl, and render the streets cool
and beautiful. broadway, the principal street,
is always busy scene. Elegant turnouts are
constantly passing, and hacks and private
carriages line Broadway on each side waiting
for an opportunity to drive up to the hotel
entrances for those who are gong 10 drive
In the evening is the gayest time then the
sidewalks are crowded with ladies aud gen.
tlemcn on their way to Congress Park, the
hotels or bail rooms or some place of amuse-
ment.
The Garden Party is to soon he given on
the grounds of the Union, and will surpaSs
if possible those of preceding years in beau
ty and elegance,
The opening hop of the season at the States
was given last week, and was unusually vel
attended. A children's carnival is to be gwen
at the Congress next week.
The dives around Saratoga are proverbial.
Riding is an important feature of Saratogl
life. The handsomest houses and carriages
are seen hcic, and some are worth two or
three thousand dollars each. One of the
favorite drives is to the Geyser Spring, II
mile and half out Of town. The spring is
one of the most recently discovered of any,
and since it was first known has attracted
general attention. The Geyser spring water
contains more gas than any spring in town,
and for dyspepsia the water is unrivaled. A
park is at the rear of the spring house, where
one can enjoy shade and quiet
Another pleasant drive is to Wo1dlawn,
Judge lIiton's park. His Summer residence
is in the centre of the park, and is built in
Queen Ann style, with servants quarters,
culinary department, library, Stables etc,
near the house, all built in the same way, and
with Stained glass windows Around the house
are pieces of satuary rustic seats, and every
thing to add 10 the beauty of the lawn.
Never before this year have The tall y-ho' b.en
allowed within the gates, but by permission
of Judge Hilton they are admitted, and
the merry note OF the bugle is
heard through the park. Visiting there
by the Tully-ho is fashionable way of
making the trip, and the views from the
top of the coach can lie better enjoyed
than in carriage.
The annual Saratoga races begin this
prospects are looked upon as tlitterng and
The indications are that the racing park wi II
this season be the scene of stirring events
and brilliant performances. Tie track
which is second TO none in the country, is in
excellent condition. Included in the list of
thoroughbred horses in active training here
at present, are an unusually large number of
flyers, which excite the admiration of all
lovers OF the turf.
A gallery OF fine arts has this season
been opened on Broadway opposite the
Clarendon. The largest painting of the col
lection is Rembrandt Ruale's Court of
Death. Lenlzc's Lafayette bidding adieu
to his daughters is striking study of eX-
preston, and CoIot's landscapes aic Won
deriul Tor their beauty. This gallery is only
another attraction Of this watetilg place
and is u place every one will enjoy visiting.
Tne fashions here are not as marked US in
come seasons, and the most expensive and
elaborate costumes are not seen yet. A
novelty in fans is in the form and color Of n
large begouia !eaf in velvet With plush
stalk for huudlc. Red parasols are carried
more than ever before, and gloves in cool
shades Of gray and TAM chamols and bull are
worn.
There are prospects Of regatta on Sara
toga Lake, which will probably occur the
third week in August in which Hanlan and
Ross will take part.
Mrs. LangIy will be in town Friday and
will remain here a few days before sailing
for Europe. Mrs. Garfield and femly aic
passing The Summer in town; MIR. Wander
bt is here, Hon. John Kelly is at the Union,
Miss Cary and Miss Kellogg are coming
soon, and will give receptions,
There is 10 Ge a balloon ascension in Con-
gress Park the 24th, and Forepaughs circus
is to be in town the 23d. KARL