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

its wealth of historic associations. in
Guiding among these its picturesque
park and famous terrace. The view
obtained from the latter situated as
IL is on the summit of the equally ia
nous hill, is pronounced one OF the fin
est In England. In the foreground
rich eXpanse Of thckly wooded slope
inClining to the banks of the majestic
Thames through an opening in the
trees, a never to be forgotten vista of
lovellness Is had. The river flowing
past Is divided in its course by n wood
ed and picturesque island, which inter-
sects the line of vision-the farther
shore lined with highly cultivated
pleasure grounds. enclosing stately
mansions, whilst In the distance can
be discerned the richly fertile country,
with its broad pasture lands upon
which the cattle Craze or find shelter
from the suns rays under the leafy
branches OF the huge trees.
RICHMOND PARK.
The park. which is of large extent,
consists of rolling land, with well beat
en- pathways running in every direc-
ton. One of it's principal charms are
the number and size of the gnarled and
aged oak trees, under whose extensive
shade one may sit or rCclnc while en-
Joying the cool air as It sweeps over
the moorlands and watch the herds of
deer as they browse and gambol with
no dread of their natural enemy. man.
In remote and secluded portion of
this public domain. and reached by n
winding approach from one of the main
driveways, Is located n royal palace,
the personal property of her majesty
the queen. 1t is called the white lodge
from its color, | presume. Although so
near the great city. It nestles among
the trees and shrubbery of the private
grounds, enclosed by a high wall and
iron fence. and is as completely isolat-
ed from the ceaseless noise and hustle
of the metropolis as if it were lonely
island In the sea. For some time il
has been occupied by His Royal Hig-
ness, the Duke of Teck, whose duchess
so much beloved for her many noble
qualities, recently died within it's walls
THE STAR AND GARTER.
Connected with the Richmond terrace
before described and Immediately fac
ing the main entrance to this part,
stands the world-famcd hostelry. "The
'ldI anu 'ttlltf lfOieI Wltnln whose
walls from days of old, kings, cour-
tiers, statesmen, famous actors and
men Of high degree have mingled and
held revel Although much modern
lied, 1t still upholds its ancient repu-
tation, and if it's present patrons are
more cosmopolitan than of yore. it
nevertheless often witnesses the advent
within its portals of some American
Kings and queens to perpetuate it's
regal aspect and additionally furnish
shekels to its Golfers.
But have already exceeded the pre-
scribed limits In my next letter pro-
pose giving your readers Il brief de-
Scription of the celebrated Kew gar
dens of Richmond, Uneuualled for the
extent and wonderful beauty of their
many attractions, which embrace two
royal palaces mot used as such now ::
also Hampton court. built by Cardinal
Woolsey for his palace, but afterward
presented by him 80 Henry the Eighth
of pious memory; Windsor Castle, with
its celebrated Curfew tower, and some
bits of gossip, all of which will, | trust.
prove interesting and instructive.
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