The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-11-19

boy, and later in life was doubtless
aided by its genial warmth and seclu-
sion in producing some OF his inspired
writings A number of relics are on
exhibition In one ot the rooms to be
seen upon payment of a fee of siXpense.
This amount appears to be the stand
ard charge for the extras throughout
the show places here.
Shakespeare's tomb and those Of his
family are located i'm the chancel Of
the Stratford upon Avon cathedral, one
of the most beautiful churches i'm the
country II Is u cruciform building OF
considerable size and unusual beauty
situated In charming position on the
banks Of the picturesque Avon SUR
rounded by the ever present burying
ground with its old time grave stones
and quaint inscriptions Of cpitaphs.
Engaging boat we enjoyed row on
this lonely stream. The day was per
feet one, ana as We padded along the
banks lined with overhnnging foliage
and drank in the sweet melody of the
feathered SonCslcrS who SO abound
here, we felt the magic influence of the
place and with regret we landed TO
seek other mementues of the Bard of
which there are many here.
Prominent among these is the hand
some and costly memorial clock tower
anG fountain suitably inscribed with
the name Of the donor the late lament
ed philanthropist.G George w. Chlds. esq,
of Philadelphia. This occupies a prom
inent site In the central square of the
town. Near the river is the Shakes
peare memorial, comprising theater,
library and picture gallery and in the
beautiful garden adjoining with its
wealth of flowers and rare plants and
trees is an imposing bronze statue con-
sisting OF massive pedestal upon
which are grouped emblematical figures
of tragedy. comedy, history and
philosophy. representing characters in
Shakespeare's plays and all surmount-
ed by full length statue of the poet.
LONDON.
I could dwell upon other features Of
this far-famed town which, like all
places in England l have visited, is
Kept 50 clean ana orderly, bur must
proceed on our journey. There is
Shrewsbury, rich in antiquarian inter-
est, Warwick, site of the redoubtable
castle of that name Worcester, re-
noWned for its celebrated cathedral
and other equally noteworthy places
along the lire of this railroad. We at
length reach Paddington station, one
of the great railway terminals in Lon
dOn and now we miss the American
system of checking luggage and are
compelled to experience the out OF
date ard tedious method in vogue here
Leaving the remainder of the party to
look after our hand bags, etc. that
we have deposited on the platform I
hasten to the luggage van to select
and point out to the cabby l have
secured our boxes.
After considerable delay and vexa-
tion. we reached the Hotel Cecil sit
uated on the Strand and Thames en-
banlment. Travellers who have visit
ed the principal European capitals
generally agree, so | am credibly in
formed, that this Motel Is one of the
best appointed Oh this side of the big
pond, and | confess that SO far as my
experience goes, and it has been some
what extensive l think it would be
difficult to eurpass it. The charges
are quite moderate considering the ele-
gance and comfort to be cntoved much
Of the latter due to the polite efforts
genial and efficient chief clerk, for
merly connected with one of the lead
ing New York hotels. 1t is not only
headquarters for Americans arriving
here but it is largely patronized by
people from all quarters. It's various
banquetinE halls are famous, one or
more Of which is daily or nightly oc-
cupied during the season by some So
ciaty or club
PUBLIC PARKS.
There are MANY opportunities during
the sumner month"; to secure very COM
Portable and pleasantly furnished cot
tageS or villas in the immediate ViCin-
ity Of the city. which is surrounded
bH numbers of picturesque towns
within rapid and easy access by every
mode of conveyance, railroads, above
ana underground, propelled by steam
and electricity, numerous omnibus and
tram lines (uur street cars) at very
low rates of fare.
Although 81 city containing more in
habitantS than any other on the earth
the Visitor is delighted and surprised
ut tie number and extent of the pub
lie parks, many of them in the heart
Of the city suggesting the country.
with their patches Of woods and nm
dulating meadow lands, uDon which
tioCES of sheep are peacefully brOWZ-
ing, the whole diversified with lakes
Of clear water upon whose surface
graceful swans and other acuuatir
fowl, move lesurCly about: and, 30
complete the attraction beds of beau.
tiful flowers of many varieties and in
rich prOfusOn and no signs Of keep
off the grass to modify the pleas
ure afforded.
\ SUMMER VILLA.
Taking advantage Of the opportuni-
ties above referred to, we secured for
the summer months "A furnished villa
AT Richmond. Royal Richmond on the
Thames" as it is called, a half hours
ride by rail from the city. or it may
be reached by boat on the Thames
during the season, a delightful and en-
.oyable trip, or by taking a seat on
tho top of "A bus, IL drive of ten miles
through the numerous suburban
towns at the low rate of six pence
(twelve cents) vii, land you within a
mile of yOLr destinatiOn--connecti
by walking across a bridge over the
Thames with tram line to Richmond
one penny fare. Riding on the tops
of busses and trans uhey are all pro-
v!ded here with seats above) is very
popular among all classes, as a fine
opportunity is thereby afforded for OH
servation ana sightseeing at a mint.
mum of expense The horses are well
groOmed and cared for and the drivers
are uneXcCelled as eXpeTt whips. We
learned from one with whom we rode
To the city the othr day that hC had
hnnn mAl In. AIl NanlnrLiIt