New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-06-12
THE EASTERN GATEWAY.

THE EASTERN GATEWAY.
In former years. before railroad lines made
access TO the mountains easier. a large part OF
the visitors to the Adirondacks made their en-
trance into the mountains by the way Of Elizabeth
town. and charming is this route, and so pleas
and hoepable Is this peaceful village, that
many who could by more direct courses
sti follow the old route and stop over, both going
Ia and again when coming out In the FALL TO enjoy
a few memorable days at this place. AlshtinS
from the elegant trains OF tho Delaware ana iiud-
Railroad at Wcstport. woll-horsed stages soon
whirl the travellers fine. hard road. through
the Grand Raven Pass 20 Elizabethtown. seven
miles away. This lovely mountain village lies In "A
wide opening among the hills. which here retreat
far enough to admit the breezes from every direc-
ton while the picturesque Effect Of their presence
Is not in the least diminished. The dainty bouquet
lending Itself 10 the adornment OF the scene. ana
forming many gem OF natural scenery III n US
place ana Is"in Guet ana Peacci heTe ,d are
most attractive and agreeable bathing places
Hundreds OF city people make ths village their
admirable climates II this country. There Is
no large body of water near enough apprecdbiy 10
nature, all surface water or rain almost immedi-
atey disappears. This with tn" baisaniic cxhals-
tons from the surrounding forests produces
hsn estscy NO., 10 me ,re IT
so prevalent IN our Eastern coast cities.
MANSION HOUSE
The Mansion House a., rlzahethtovn under he
able management OF Charles \. Ferrss. has long
held a leading position. and Is strong favoritc
with Old ana young alike. for all nni plenty
of cong'nial pursuits 70 occupy The pleasant days.
Will, the social atmosphere Of the house has al
ways distinguished It as one Of tho mos, agreeable
places Of residence. Besides the drives and .ides
mas line roif Inks ncarby while H. tennis court.
are he il.- d hs "a Ia. nall
OF tho Mansion House has always been one Of lis
strong features and tho STANDARD viii hc fully
maintained this season. In every way Elizabeth
fui menorcs 20 4 mulr,uic Of friends Many In.
provemcnts haYe been made on The house and
radically changed the character az The ht4sc. aud
Old friends VIII ind 1t a delightful place Of resi-.
dencc
RALPHs oN THE cHATEAuGAY
Up In tho northern part Of the Adirondack region
located on the Upper chateausey Lake and sur
rounded by great wilderness. Is Ralphs II has
been Ralph's for many years. bat In place 81 tho
modest hunters inn which nrsi Afforded tccommo-
datlons for the enthusiastic sportsman. who carly
discovered the attractions ana advantages Of tho
ncighhorhood there Is now nnc four-siory hotel
with an annex nearly as large for tho popularity
Of the house has grown steadily with years. and
iis equally popular proprietor. J. ". Hutton has
met the increasing demands for accommodations
with uberality that has proved most acceptable
TO his numerous guests While not Of tho most
elaborate hotels In the mountains vet II IS charac-
ierzed hy Handsomely arranged parlors and public
rooms. and most comfortable sleeping apartments
Neatness is everywhere. and good air and good
fare make life here an unending pleasure. Across
tho road from the hotel Is hnc log cabin Of four
rooms and vide. ovcrhanEing caves and by
IS another handsome cottage ~ eight rooms. both
Of the cottages being also provided with bathrooms.
These cottages rented for the season. and the
occupants take their meals at the hotel thus being
relieved OF the cares ~ housekeeping while they
enjoy the privacy Of their own homes. Tho sur
constant charm to daily life. and a constant source
OF pleasure and interest In the numerous opportu-
alleys a GOOD bilIard-room and tennis courts ar.
ford other means OF passing pleasant hours but
boating and fishing tn" principal amuscments
az Of boats has been provided Anong them
red across The short portaees 10 reach ncighborng
and also wider and more substantial boats which
be used with sails upon the broader waters Of
photogra pliers a convenient dark has been
ntted up for there is an endless panorama Of sub
The hotel IS only three and half miles from
n rSas AheR % 4" the 3 @
son road AZ Plat,sburg telegraph station Is
located IN the house. and It Is also now posoice.
named Raph's. after the house
THE CHATEAUGAY
while Ralphs is the largest house the Upper
Chateaugay Lake IL is not the only hotel, for AZ
the northern end and directly opposite. Is situated
the Chateaugay.
This house stands a bluff thirty feet high.
directly on the shore Of the lake, which lies spread
before It's door. picture OF natural scenery I'M
contaminated by art. II Is three stories In height
with tall Colonial columns I'm front. which support
wide bale onies at each story. from the upper or
which there ls spread out before the observer one
OF the fines; panoramas Ia the Acknowledgment
expanse Of lake woods and mountains that marks
the Chatcaugay OF the scenic locations OF
the region. The piazzas have AN area OF over three
thousand square feet. and typical OF everything
about the house, for not only are the rooms un-
usually high, bur they much larger than In
almost any other hotel IN the mountains. The
halls, TOO, wide and spacious. contributing |
largely 10 the airiness and good ventilation. The
room. office. library and dining-room, all spacious
and well arranged for comfort and convenience a |
there absolutely back rooms. for every room
has view OF some part Of the lake -
The house * comparatively a new one FOR IL was |
built in 1892, and the next year, coming into the |
possession Of its present owner. Charles w Backus
he greatly enlarged and improved IT,. sparing no |
pains or expense to make II one OF the MODEL
houses OF the mountains Since that time Mr. |
Backus has conducted the house that It's man |
agement has maintained a reputation fully equal |
TO It's appointments. Neatness prevails. and the |
brightness and airiness Of the whole house give II
a restful homelike character most acceptable TO |
It's guests. Mr. Backus owns large tract OF land |
surrounding the house. which thus stands In Its |
own park The Chateaugay Is reached from Lyon |
a charming drive OF only four miles through the |
woods For this season Mr. Backus. has three cot
families and parties. Tho woods in the Vicinity OF |
Chateaugay Lake never looked finer than they do |
IL has produced much discomfort for human |
beings has had a markedly beneficial effect upon |
and lively season and a number OF guests await |
the opening Of the house on Juno 20.
CAMPS OF THE ST. REGIS