New-York tribune., 1895-12-22

in sharing the life of their children, for although
we a wng kn Sa S Of rnce er hS been
ceent father-a boy among his boys and devoted
1t was the habit of the Princess when her sons
were little fellows to compose verse fGr % eaeh OF
tion of the event. Here is one:
Eddy's verse for PspSas Birthday
Day R,,s6,,I Of pleaasurei asnSiro
on this sweet morning.
Our best hopes
And wishes blending
Must yield joy
That's never ending
There was another simple little for Prince
"Georgie" and one can imagine the pretty picture
Princes room 10 present their gifts and repeat their
verses Doubtless they had TO be freely prompted
been a somewhat restive small boy and not dis
tinguished for decorous behavior.
mother was very marked throughout his life. which
closed SO early He inherited her lovabeness and
sweetness of disposition and even a tiny boy
ever her attendant knight
Neither of the boys was particularly fond Of
study. but very wise tutor the Rev. John Neale
Dalton, was chosen for them and he was left 10 do
not pampered and humored, and their parents never
took sides against the tutor when his charges
were delinquent, but punishment In moderation was
Al Marlborough House the life of the royal chill
dren surrounded by more less routine; but
oh the Joy of getting away to Sandringham. w-nere
they could roam the countryside at their pleasure
ponies and all the outdoor fun and frolic which
renders country lie so delightful to children. The
inhabitants Of the district have many stories tell
OF the escapades of these five merry children. who
were not in the least oppressed by the dignity of
their rank. but went here there and everywhere
the estate their fancy led them Sometimes
the whole fanily-father mother and children
would be literally huddled together in the
wagonette which their favore vehicle for
driving round the country. Another time the mother
and her girls, mounted their ponies would have
a race in the park 20 see who would come in winner
Princess Maud oftenes came off victor and gained
the distinction of being the most fearless rider
although Princess Louise duchess OF Fife not
far behind The Princess Victoria took the palm
for skating and Prince George for rabbit shooting,
while Prince Eddy. not so fond OF violent sport,
was often TO be seen sauntering along with his
around his mothers waist.
Nine o'clock was the family breakfast hour at
Sandringham, and around the dning-ta table sat
father mother and children with as little state and
formality possible When the children We're very
young the Princess had a pretty habit Of letting
them draw their chairs close to her own and Civ
ing them dainty little morsels with her own hand
these. of course being looked for with infinite de-
light. The children taught at the same time
10 be good-natured and thoughtful to others A
story is told that occasion Princess Maud
the baby Of the family, was about to receive some
dainty when a lady the table looked rather ear
nesty al what the little one was about To take
The little Princess looked from the guest to her
mother. and then with an evident struggle against
inclination. he'd out the piece of bread and marina
lade saying very gravey. We'll, you may have IL
IL you want it." Upon seeing that the guest was
about 10 refuse deprive the child Of the coveted
mOrsel the Princess whispered. please take il;
she must learn TO be thoughtful about others"