New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1902-07-27
IN THE WHITE MOUNTAINS.
DEPRESSING WEATHER DOES NOT
CHECK ARRIVALS - HOTEL OR
CHESTRAS FURNISH GOOD
MUSIC

Jefferson. n. H, July 20 (SpeclaD.-A rather de-
pressing week OF almost continuous rain has not
been to the advantage of White Mountain resorts,
and among the smaller hotels there is regret that
the fine prospect OF the early season has suffered
from bad weather conditions. Yet so far as can be
noted. the daily arrivals all along the line hold
steadily up to fair numbers. and If outdoor pur-
suits have been put out of commission there is
plenty OF indoor attraction. with diversified
tainment for all. The music at all the prominent
hotels is far different from the Oldtime combina-
ton of piano and flute. not always artistcally
combined. and now remembered of the by
gone agonies which had be endured by the sum-
mer resort visitors. Instead there are now fine
bands OF skilled musicians under the best direction
obtanable. The or season among theatrical COM
panies makes available in summer the rank and file
of theatre orchestras from all the cities. and
careful selection and the most finished concert
work is uniformly required in the interest Of a
public patronage which has grown critical to de-
gree
The Rev. J. f. Frame of New-York who has
, been enjoying extended trip through New York
State and up the Saguenay. has arrived at the
Waumbek for the summer, coming from Chateau
Frontenac Quebec
Play over the Waumbek links for the Raymond
Cup has been feature OF White Mountain golf
this week. Only contestants forty-nine years OF
and Older have been eligible. and guests OF the
Mount Pleasant House. Crawford House, Profile
House, Wentworth Hall and the Intervale House
have competed The cup is a handsome prize
offered by Charles L. Raymond. OF Chicago and
the man making the lowest gross over
eighteen holes at previously stated time OF play
before July 81 wins the trophy
The combined orchestras OF the Mount Pleasant
House and the Mount Washington House. includ-
ing twenty-five pieces which giving daily
concerts at the former. previous the opening of
the latter, furnish musical treat rarely enjoyed
at any resort hotel. Last Sunday evenings con-
cert, when the orchestra assisted by Mr.. and
Mrs. Frank Van r. Bum. talented New-York
vocalists. was much appreciated by the house
patronage.
The popularity of the Crawford House has been
attested by specially large number OF July guests
The energy OF the proprietor. C. H Merrill has
been heavily taxed at times to properly accommo-
date the large parties who have arrived for a
week or ten days at this well known house and
they have been happily entertained as usual
Scott Baldwin of Chicago who has spent several
the hotel in company with Mr. and
Mrs. G. F. Baldwin, was the moving spirit In a
recent minstrel show. and acquitted himself as
creditably In former years
The Casino the MapleWood Hotel has been
extensively rehtted and furnished this season
Ping pong tables have been added and the sport
proves as popular there at other resorts. Cap
tain and Mrs. Gilbert Cotton. of New-York have
returned to the hotel for another summer as have
also j. 5. Olney and Miss Olney the most skfu
Of last seasons golfers.
Mrs. 7. r. Butler and Mr.. and Mrs. II. NJ San
ders. of NewYork. have returned to Cottage No. A
at the Profile House. Mrs. e. NJ. Fulton jr. of
Henry A. Alexander and Miss Eleanor Alexander
or New-York for a July visit. Dr. and Mrs. c. F.
Atwood OF New-York: Miss Laura Bassett and
Miss katherine whitney are guests OF Mrs. A. s
Jarvis, In Cottage No. 10. Mrs. &. w. Haskns and
the Misses Haskins. OF New-York. pleasantly
located in Cottage No. 8.
The Basams. at Dixve Notch. furthest north
OF White MS%ntsn resorts has Prspara for the
has been thoroughly modernized and excellent "a
cllities are provided for all the popular sports
Its situation is unique, being In the heart of the
FISH and game country. and the most inexperienced
fishermen sure of fine catch of trout in Lake
q he "A w are
tame at this season, and are frequently seen from
| the hotel piazzas
A ping pong tournament the Waumbek en-
gagged the attention of thirty-two young people
| last week Several expert players were entered,
and some very close matches rewarded the interest