Mary T.

Hill Diary
1895
January 1 – January 15
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1895 Jan. 16th

New York. At sea. A rainy morning. Samuel with us to see us sail. Left Hotel Imperial
about 9 a.m. after sending off several notes. To – Charlotte, Mamie Mother Auntie -
Mrs. Upham ect [sic]. Got off at ten a.m. Found telegrams from Mrs. Gotzian Helen
Driscoll, Mr. P.D. Armour and his sons flowers from Mr. and Mrs. Dunwoody Mr. Armour
Clara had a box of flowers. Fruit Mr. Kirkpatrick Mr. and Mrs. Cannon Clara has a

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basket I know not from whom. Oysters and clams and liquids cigars from Mr. Porter.

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Friday Jan 18
At Sea. This has been a miserable day none of us dressed Clara quite ill papa has sore
throat and the weather winds and waves are rough since 3 this morning. We have gone
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450 miles from yesterday morn to noon to day. How the Ship arcks [sic] and the waves
pile up hardly any one on deck.
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Saturday Jan 19
At Sea. A bright beautiful day. Everyone feeling considerably better. Clara looks much
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better. Papa got up early. I followed soon after. Clara was on deck soon after Ten good
for her – to noon 460 miles. We are going more Southerly quiet sailing and moderate
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weather. Papas throat some better. He does not feel real well however no sea sickness
by the way.

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At Sea. A pleasant day after a windy rainy night. 443 miles since noon yesterday no
sleep last night and yet got through to day comfortably. Papa no better. Clara quite well.
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Saw several ships sail and steam to day. We do enjoy the fruit our friends sent to the
Steamer.

Monday Jan. 21st, 1895

Last night was rough and we did some more than enough rolling and pitching. To day
since eleven a.m. has been the roughest day yet. The Seas ran high and higher. Papa
not feeling well yet but looks better. A gentleman named Corning who spent several
weeks in St. Paul recently is one of the passengers an interesting old gentleman a great
traveler all his life. Clara is doing fairly well.

Tuesday Jan 22nd 1895

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At Sea. Last night was very rough after such a rough afternoon. So much pitching we
lost time to noon to day 418 miles least of the run so far. This morning was calm and
pleasant. This afternoon growing tempestuous again. Papa feels better. Clara pretty
well. I have just written five letters as we hope to reach Queenstown before morning.

Wednesday Jan 23rd 1895

At Sea. Changable [sic] night morning promised fair sailing but as we advanced the Irish
channel grew more and more turbulent until no one could stay on deck very cold. Did
not reach Liverpool until after seven p.ma [sic] although we hope to get there at three
oclock. A special train took passengers to London at nine oclock p.m. we took train
arriving at Browns Hotel two oclock Thursday morning. Rooms were so cold we felt
rather discouraged got to bed at three a.m.

Thursday Jan. 24 1895

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London. Very dark rainy morning. Clara got up after eleven papa after twelve. He feels

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better. After one p.m. Lord Mt. Stephen called. After three p. m. Mr. McVeigh came in. .

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Papa and Clara went out for short stroll. She to first sight of London in day light. After

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their return we hear by cable all well at home. Mr. Gaspard Farrer called. Lord Mount

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Stephen with him – both look well. Sir and Lady Donald Smith are at this Hotel wrote to
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London. Rather brighter this morning cold. Papa seems better. Lady Mount Stephen
called early. Mr. G. Farrer and Lord Mount Stephen little later. Clara and I went to
National Gallery spent over three hours there. A great feast of good Art. When we came
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in found Sir Donald and Lady Smiths cards. They came again in the evening. Mr. F. J.
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McVeigh came in evening to say good bye. He goes to Rome. Wrote to Mrs. Cannon.
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Saturday Jan. 26th 1895

London. Frosty morning. We drove through Hyde Park. To Westminster Abbey – and
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spent two hours there. Papa went with us. Back to Hotel ‘Browns’ got some luncheon.
Mrs. Howard called while we were eating. We remained in the rest of the day. Mrs.
Castles and a niece of his a beautiful girl called before dinner inviting us to dine with
him. In morning Lord Mount Stephen came. I wrote Ruth and Mamie.
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Browns Hotel London. A misty dark morning called cold. Clara and I went to Brompton
Orratory [sic] to late Mass. It is a most beautiful church several exquisite Altars a gem of
a chapel attached. Claras cold better I think. Papas is too. In the afternoon after writing
to Louis Clara and I took a walk to Hyde Park part way through it across to Green Park
where Queens walk is and back. Filed Marshall Sir Donald Stuart was with papa on our
return. He was kind enough to invite us to dine and meet his wife and daughter. Wrote
to Helen Driscoll.

Monday Jan. 28th 1895

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Brown Hotel London. A very hot slushy morning after a little snow. We drove down to
Royal Exchange and on down to Thames Embankment past St. Pauls. The day was so
dark and muddy we stayed rest of the day. Lady Clan William called also Mr. and Mrs.
Corning. In evening we dined at Lady Mount Stephens met there Field Marshall Sir
Donald Stuart, Sir Will. Van Horne Mr. Augus Mr. Russel Stevenson his sister Miss S.
and his daughter Miss Stevenson Lady Smith, Mr. Farrar [sic] {Farrer} and Lord Mount
Stephen Secretary Beverly McGinnis. Wrote to Mrs. Raquet. All well at home.

Tuesday Jan. 29th, 1895

Browns Hotel London. A lost day as far as seeing goes – dark forenoon. Heavy fog by
one oclock and by 2 no light at all except gas and electric. Soon as fog lifted a little Lady
Stewart called. Then Lord Mount Stephen. Wrote to Charlotte. Not so cold but very
cheerless. Lord and Lady Clan William and a daughter called to invite us to dine with
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Wednesday Jan. 30th 1895

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Browns Hotel London. An uncertain looking morning cold too. In forenoon Clara and I

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went to see Loan Collection at Royal Academy of Arts. An extraordinary Exhibit 7

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Gainsburoughs, 1 Holbien 5 Constables 4 {inserted above: Sir T.} Lawrences 1 Murillo,
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3 Raphails [sic] 7 Rembrandts, 14 Sir Josh. Reynolds, 7 Romneys 3 Rubens, 4 Titians,
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4 Valazquez 1 Wouverman 1 Van Dyck 5 Turners 1 Paul Potter, 2 Ruysdael and many
others. All fine. An Albert Durer. In afternoon Papa and I went to see a fine Reynols
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[sic?]. An exquisite portrait of a lady in rich yellows background brownish landscape. A

___ {underline and space left by Mrs. Hill} Landscape by Gainsborough very mellow and
rich in lights. A large Van Dyck – portrait. Then we went along Bond Street looking at
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some carriages on the way. Went in to see Abbeys pictures for Boston Library Bldg.
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And saw picture called Dawn. Also went in to Streeters to see some jewels. In evening
went to dine with Mr. G. Farrar [sic] {Farrer} and to Garricks Theatre to see Pair of
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Thursday Jan 31st 1895

Browns Hotel London. Another dark morning. Clara and I determined in the face of a
snow storm to go to The Tower. First cab we too Shaft broke out on Thames
Embankment we got out and took another finally got there sun came out for short time
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very few out there not a dozen. We went about much interested. Clara thinks it
Historically the most Tangible of anything so far as we have seen. We went to the
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Prison Tower and saw all the inscriptions of poor prisoners. And we chanced to get in to
the Chapel. Although that is not open now at all times. Came back to the Hotel in driving
snow storm. Invitations to day to dine from Lady Stewart and Lady Northcote. All well at
home.

Friday Feb. 1st, 1895

Browns Hotel London. Still dark snowy weather this morning. Yet at eleven Clara and I
went over to Mr. Lauries Gallery. He and a Mr. Smith Procurator of Bridgewater House
collection of Paintings went with us to see the great numbers of rare old Masters. Such
a lot of valuable heirlooms and so far they must stay together. Such an immense House

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or mansion as it is called here. We were told the present owner and Master the Earl of
Ellsmere who lives there has eleven children and sixty servants yet the place looked
empty of belongings. We saw even the private rooms and in them the gems of gems of
Art. Letters from Gertrude and Auntie. Wrote to Gertrude. Mr. Tuck came in evening.
Clara and I called on Mrs. Howard. Miss Cassel Mrs. Corning and Lady Stewart. Lady
Northcote called this afternoon. Mr. Chas M Ramsey called while we were out.

Saturday Feb. 1st {2nd?}

Browns Hotel London. A very wet disagreeably dark day. Clara went for a long walk
regardless of rain. I went out to find Magazines and Gloves. Met Mr. and Mrs. Skinner
on Street. In evening dinner at Lady Clan Williams met Sir John McNeil Col. And Mrs.
Lane also Lord and Lady Mount Stephen. After dinner Lady _____ {Mrs. Hill drew blank
line for Lady’s name} played the violin accompanied by here sister Lady ____ {also left
blank by Mrs. Hill}.

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Sunday Feb. 3rd

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Browns Hotel London. Still cold and dark. Went to Mass to Farm St. Chapel. Clara did

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not feel well so remained in bed. After lunch we went to service at St. Pauls. Heard

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Chimes Organ and got good view of interior as it was illuminated. Wrote letter in
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evening to Mother Auntie Mamie Mrs. Raquet.
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Monday Feb. 4th
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Browns Hotel. Much pleasanter day brighter. Stayed in all forenoon. After lunch we went
to British Museum. What a vast pile of Architecture and how endless the objects to be
seen and Studied. We intend to go several times. Saw illuminated old volumes and
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manuscripts to day. Saw letters of nearly all the Literary men of past and recent times.
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Also of musicians. Mrs. Ramsay called to day. We took a long walk on Regent Street.
Wrote to Mother Xavier and to Ruth Mr. Menzies and Charlotte.
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Tuesday Feb. 5th, 1895

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Browns Hotel London. A cold brighter morning. Went to call on Lady Smith found her in
and lively. Then we went to British Museum for two hours. Saw Elgin Marbles Vases
Bronzes and Gold ornaments. Also famous Portland Vase. In afternoon went to call on
Lady Northcote did not find her at home. Lord Mount Stephen came in the evening.
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Browns Hotel London. A cold smoky morning. The coldest day yet. Clara and I went to
see Exhibition of Blue and White Porcelain at a club Mr. O. Northcote invited us. A very
interesting collection over 400 pieces. Afternoon packed to go to Monte Carlo tomorrow
morning. Cable from home all well. Lady Smith dined with us. Papa and Mr. Tuck dined
with Sir Donald and party of gentlemen at Savoy.

Thursday Feb 7th

London Browns Hotel. Left on ten a.m. train for Monte Carlo with Mr. Tuck. No letters as
Majestic was late getting in. Found the day cold very and plenty snow until just before
reaching Paris at 7 p.m. Made our connection and are on the way to Italy. Good dinner

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on Dining Car Train de Luge. Crossed over from Folkseston to Boulogne good passage
but very cold.

Friday Feb. 8th, 1895

Soon as we were dressed we were nearing Marseilles. The morning was most delightful
bright warm sunshine and gentle atmosphere. Such a change from yesterday. Mr. Tuck
very glad to get away from the severity of London winter. No news of the Gascoigne
was due last Sunday. We passed through Toulous Cannes Nice – and saw Monaco as
we approached Monte Carlo. Mrs. Tuck met us and we found very comfortable rooms
engaged for us at Villa Alexandra of Hotel Metropole. Mamie and Ruth.

Saturday Feb. 9th

Monto [sic] Carlo. Such a perfect morning. Warm sun shine and balmy air. Papa and I
walked about gazing at beautiful sunny sea. Mountain Villas runs high up on all sides.

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Letters from home and a cable saying all well. Also letter from Day Wilder expressing

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great satisfaction with her fathers portrait which Muller Uri [sic] {Muller-Ury} painted with

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papas help from photographs. Mr. Tuck stayed in his room all day In afternoon we went

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for a drive to Mentone. Charming drive and fine scenery all the way. Stayed a few

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minutes at Mentone got some Beer and returned. No word from Gascoigne. Teutonic
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Monta [sic] Carlo. Rather cloudy morning but pleasant and warm. Clara and I took walk
on Road to Mentone. Then went to Mass. The church very pretty. Good Organ.
Lunched with Mr. and Mrs. Tuck and Mr. Gurney. Afterwards went in to Casino. Not an
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edifying sight to be seen there men and women eagerly playing against Chance. Later
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took drive to Monaco, very interesting. Roads fine and so picturesque. Clara not well to
day. Letters from Charlotte and Ruth.
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Monday Feb. 11th.

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Monte Carlo. A cloudy morning rain promises to clear. Wrote to Ruth and Charlotte.
Cleared at noon after luncheon at Metropole we drove to Beaulican about six miles from
here toward Nice fine road thru short tunnels in many places the high rocks over
hanging the wall and again the road high above a ravine. Clouded and began to rain.
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No word of Gascoigne. Teutonic has reached New York after hard voyage. Mr. and Mrs.
Gurney dined with Tucks and ourselves.
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Tuesday Feb. 12
Monte Carlo. A beautifully bright morning. Gascoigne heard of later she has arrived in
New York with broken shaft happened when she was only three days out. News was on
Bulletin of Casino this afternoon at 1030 a.m. we went up to Turbri by car on side of
Mountain. Such a fine view all the way up. Monaco looks high from here looks low from
there. Saw the old Tower said to be Roman and old castle also old church. It has most
interesting expedition. A fine Restaurant up there. It is pittiful [sic] to observe how hard
the poor people have to work to get a little soil all the ravines are terraces. Clara went to
see the Casino to day got quite interested in it all. Tried her luck a few times lost won

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and again lost. All well at home. To-day we lunched at Hotel Paris. Everyone out
walking this afternoon in warm sunshine. Plants in Gardens blooming brightly to day.

Wednesday Feb 13th.

Monte Carlo. A beautiful bright morning. Jims birth-day. At 1045 a.m. we left for Genoa
had a delightful day to see Medeterranian [sic] scenery all along except for a short while
that is snowed. Saw many old Towers and walls in ruins. The whole way most
interesting and much of it beautiful. Arrived at Genoa at 530 p.m. Then began our
search for Uphams and Gotzians. After going to to many as six or seven Hotels found
them at Hotel de Ville. They not expecting us as our letter to them was not delivered
were much surprised. They all looked well but Grace. We all remained at same Hotel.
After dinner Clara went with them to Opera. A Mr. Harris a Mr. Hartman and Mr. _____
{blank left by Mrs. Hill} were with them that evening.

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Genoa Italy. Nearly froze last night and this morning. Sleeping in an Italian Palace is not

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cheerless hotel. Soon as possible we got out in to sunshine. We went to the Cathedral

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of San Lorenza Commenced in the 9th century. Drove about the city and out to Campo
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Santo their unique cemetery. Genoa is situated so picturesquely that one gets fine
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views in several places. A town of many palaces and great churches. Things are going
to decay unfortunately. We left there for Monte Carlo at 1230 p.m. where we arrived at 6
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p.m. Glad to get back to warmth and good food.

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Monte Carlo. A rainy morning not cold however although it snows up in the mountains at
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La Timbri as we can see. Cable from home. All well. So are we to-day. Took Luncheon
with Mr. and Mrs. Tuck and met Mrs. French and her daughter Mrs. Eaton. Also Col.
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Eaton her husband a younger daughter Elsie French. Papa met 6 oclock train bringing
Uphams and Gotzians from Genoa to spend a week here. Mr. Harris with them. They all
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dined with us. Afterwards some went to Casino.

Saturday Feb. 16th, 1895

Monte Carlo. A beautiful morning. Papa took our neighbors about the place. They are
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delighted with everything. We lunched at noon and left for Paris on 120 train. Mr. and
Mrs. Tuck, Mr. Gurney and Miss Gurney and the Uphams and Gotzians all seeing us off
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at train. We had a very pleasant ride all afternoon. Cold at night. So we leave the lovely
Riviera. So charming every way. Wrote Ruth Rachel Mrs. Raquet.

Sunday Feb. 17th, 1895

Paris. We arrived here this morning at 9.30. Quite cold ice and snow piled on some
streets. Car windows frosted all over. Clara and I went to Mass to San Roc. Papa had
breakfast waiting on our return. Afterwards Papa and Clara went to Louvre La Chapelle
and for a walk. Later we went to drive in Bois. Saw thousands skating on River. It was
pretty cold driving. After dinner we sat by fire until bed time. Wrote to Mamie Auntie and
Aggie Kelly.

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Feb. 18th.
Paris. A cloudy morning and cold. Papa and Clara have gone out to look about the
shops. Stayed in all forenoon. Papa and Clara went out to look about. In afternoon we
drove about looking at buildings and went to Napoleons Tomb and the Chapel. Went in
to several churches found funerals in first two. Wrote to Mrs. Upham and Auntie. All well
at home by cable. Clara gone to [kintting/kinthiry/knitting?]. She is in love with Paris.
Going to the Opera this evening.

Tuesday 19th
Paris. A cold rather cloudy morning. Sun came out later. In forenoon we drove around
some. Papa and I Clara stayed in. We went to Notre Dame and saw its Treasures. To

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while then went to 7 Rue Scribe Munro Bros. And met Mrs. Goodrich coming down the

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Wednesday Feb 20th 1895
Paris. A cloudy morning. Mrs. Goodrich and Constance came in Clara went out with
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them. Wrote to Mother and to Charlotte. Clara came in pleased with with her purchases.
Mrs. Goodrich and Constance stayed to lunch with us. Afterwards Clara and I went to
Notre Dame saw treasures. To La Chapelle and to the Pantheon saw the tombs there
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first Victor Hugo second Voltaire. Memorials to Corrot were countless. Then we went to
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Sacre Cour Convent. We were much pleased with its appearance coming home we
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Paris. As we expect to leave for London a eleven a.m. we shall get few photos write a
letter and leave for Station. The day is fine. A good crossing of the channel from Calais
to Dover. We are going to be late getting in to London. Arrive at Browns Hotel at 9 p.m.
find many letters from home one from Mamie. Cable saying all well at home. We are all
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very tired. Lord Mount Stephen came as we were at Supper. Walters 10th birth day.
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Friday Feb 22nd

London. A mild morning rather damp very smoky. Do not feel at all rested. So kept very
quiet all day. Went for a little walk with Clara in afternoon. We strolled down to St.
Martins Church and went in to look about. While we were out Lady Mount Stephen
called. Wrote to Auntie and to Ruth – also to Mamie.

Saturday Feb 23rd

London. A bright wild morning – quite warm. Mr. Rider called this morning to say he was
so sorry he and his wife were ordered out of town as they had been ill. Places his
carriage at our service. Clara and I take a walk on Picadilly [sic] after lunch we went to a

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Mattinee to Dalys Theatre to see the Opera An Artists Model. Very light beautifully put
on some of the music quite pretty. Afterwards we went to call on Lady Mount Stephen.
Lord Mount Stephen gives papa a fine dinner to night about 24 invited. Wrote to Walter
and Grandma.

Sunday Feb. 24th

London. A delightful morning. Winter seems over with. Clara and I went to Mass to
Farm St. Church The Jesuits. On our return found invitations to dine at Mrs. Chas. D.
Rose. In afternoon we went to call on Lady Northcote met Lord Morris there. Also the
Dutch Minister and a Baron – his Secretary. Wrote to Mrs. Tuck. Lord Mount Stephen
and Mr. G. Farrer came in evening. Mr. Chas. M. Ramsey called this afternoon.

Monday Feb. 25th 1895

London. Browns Hotel. A bright cold morning clouded and and turned to snow. In

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Masters. House is most interesting, large Grand Staircase of marbles. Mr. Rider sent his

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carriage in afternoon. We called at Lady Clanwilliams Miss Stephensons and Mrs. Chas

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D. Rose – Hardwick House. Then later we did a little shopping. Had letters from Ruth

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and Mamie. Wrote to Mrs. Gotzian. Received letter from her this morning. Very cold this
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evening. Mr. Ansell called. Letter from Mr. Menzies of Edinburgh.
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Feb. 26th, 1895
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London. Browns Hotel. Charlottes birth day. A lovely morning. Mr. Riders [vicoria?] and
man came to take us for a drive we went past St. James Palace and Buckingham
Palace to Hyde Park to Albert Memorial. To Oxford St. to 390 Perberthys for gloves. To
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call on Mr. and Mrs. Ramsey found him at home. Took lunch with Lady Mount Stephen
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Mrs. Beverly McInness others guest. Afterwards went to Kensington Museum where we
saw so much that was beautiful that five oclock came too soon. In evening Mr. Farrar
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Wednesday Feb. 27th

London Browns Hotel. At 10 a.m. we left for Euston Station on our way to Liverpool. Mr.
Ramsay came to Station. A perfectly delightful morning bright sunshine. Arrived at
Liverpool at 3 p.m. and on Teutonic at four p.m. We did not sail however until 8 p.m.
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The evening is very cold. We are all starting off well in good spirits. Find several who
crossed with us six weeks ago. Clara found steamer letter from Grace Upham from
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Rome Italy.

Thursday Feb 28th 1895

At Sea. We got to Queenstown about 10 a.m. And did not leave until a little after one
p.m. A pleasant sunny morning, grew cold in afternoon. Smooth Sailing. Quite a long list
of passengers. Telegram from Mr. Tuck. Saw several ships this afternoon passed the
last of land about 430 p.m.

Friday March 1st 1895

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At Sea. A pretty rough night and a rough forenoon. 481 miles to noon to day – early in
afternoon passed a wrecked ship. Our Captain slowed up whistled twice offering
assistance no response or sign of life so we went on think crew have already been
rescued. Clara ill all day. So have I been. I got on deck in afternoon. Clara could not.
Afternoon and evening smoother. Few to breakfast of lunch to day. Papa well.

Saturday March 2nd

At Sea. A nice morning pretty rough all night and not smooth yet. Clara and I both got
on deck but neither at all well very miserable in fact. 495 miles to noon to day. Too
wretched to know what goes on. The well ones were lively to day.

Sunday March 3rd

At Sea. A pretty quiet night and a pleasant morning. No sleep at all fever and head
ache. Clara pretty ill too we feel some more hopeful this morning. 467 miles to day. A

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minute. A man died aboard last night on pneumonia after grippe – named McWhirter. A

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at 9 a high sea and on to 12 still running high. 456 miles to noon. Grew very cold in
afternoon, sea smoother. Clara in cabin all day. I got on deck at 10 a.m. but not feeling
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well at all. Very bright moon and star light night. Saw Ship to day in distance. Such
pitching of ship for several hours to day.
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Tuesday March 5th, 1895

At Sea. A bright early morning. Quite a good night but little sleep. Clara seems better is
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dressing. I still have head ache – and uncomfortable feelings. We began to feel anxious
about the time of getting in tomorrow. A very rough afternoon. A concert this evening.
Pilot came on at 9 p.m. which is encouraging seems like nearing New York. Very cold
tonight. 451 to noon to day.

Wednesday March 6th 1895

At Sea. A delightful morning cold however. Everyone feeling cheerful land being near.
We Clara and I went in to lunch for the first time since last Thursday. Only 441 miles to
noon so we are dubious now about time of arrival. Arrived at 6 p.m. Samuel and Mr.

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Nichols met us at the Hotel. Mamie and Ruth were waiting for us at the Imperial. We
found all well on our arrival and how glad we were to be back again.

March 7 – March 8
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Saturday March 9th

New York. We went over with Mamie and Samuel to see the children in Washington.
The day was very fine. Found the little ones looking unusually well. And so grown.
Mamie had an unpleasant experience with a man Edmund.

March 10th
Washington. Perfectly delightful morning. Too warm. Charlotte and I returned to New
York on 4 p.m. train reaching N. Y. at 910 p.m. And we saw the eclipse of the moon on

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New York. We had a Spring like day. Clara came back from the school to stay with me.
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evening. He did not sleep well at all that night. Mr. Warren here he has bad cold.
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New York. We dined at Mr. Dahlgrens. Mrs. Dahlgren very pleasant. We met a Mr.
Keane there. Mrs. D. played the harp charmingly. They move out to St. Paul soon.
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New York. I went to a recital and Musicale with Mrs. Drexel and Mrs. Dahlgren at Mrs.
Brockholt-Cuttings met Arch Bishop Corrigan there. Madame Bijame recited. {Lines
crossed out: Papa very sleepy after his late hours of last night.} Clara went over to
Washington this a.m. Mr. Upham and Mr. Merriam dined with us.
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New York. A very disagreeable day. Snowing wet snow all day. Papa slept until after
twelve. Tired after his late hours.

March 16th
New York. A bright beautiful morning. Letter from Mamie saying Marys cold better.
Samuel not well.

Sunday March 17 1895

New York. Mr. Tighe took breakfast with us. I went to Cathedral met girls there. They
spent afternoon with us. Dr. Le Drux called. Mr. Moore spent part of afternoon with

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papa. Mr. Cannon and Mr. Mr. T. L. Schurmier dined with us. Mr. Daly called in evening.
Wrote to Mamie and to Gertrude. Telegram from Jim also from Samuel.

March 18th 1895

New York. Windy day. We expect Jim tomorrow. Wrote to Louis and to Clara. Went
down town far as Barclay Street to find some books. Alone all day as papa is busy. Mr.
Cochran and Major Wilson called in evening.

Tuesday March 19th.

New York. A windy rain day. Walked up to Sherwood Studio in morning and down to
Knoedlers saw there Chartrains portrait of Calse as Carmen Beautifully painted. Then
went to same Artists Studio to see portrait of Pope Leo an unusual looking portrait and
picture. Made on engagement at Sandford and Davis to have picture taken. Jim and
Samuel came in afternoon.

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March 20
New York. A delightful morning. Went to photographer and hope for something from
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sitting. Charlotte and Ruth came to luncheon. We will leave for home at 430 p.m.
Samuel going with us. Jim will stay East a while. Left for home on 430 p.m. N. Y. C.
glad to finally get off. Papa Samuel and myself. Mr. [Meisinberg?] of Chicago on came
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March 29th
Mother has been ailing two days. Called Dr. Smith this evening to see her. He finds her
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suffering from grippe in stomach.

Saturday March 30th

Mother no better very ill.

Sunday March 31st

Mother very ill.

Monday April 1st

Mother no better.

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pneumonia has developed. Received Holy Communion this morning.

Wednesday April 3rd

Mother very poorly.

Thursday April 4th

Mother notices little although quite conscious she is so ill.

Friday April 5th.

Mother seems to lose by degrees strength no better.

Saturday April 6th

Mother is very low tonight. Dr. Smith said she was rather hopeless.

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Tuesday April 9th

Mother no better. We thought best to have Father [Rinder/Rinda?] visit her he considers
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Mother no better does not seem to notice anything yet wished to have Nellie talk to her.
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Thursday April 11th

Mother very ill. At 11.30 a.m. quite a startling change in expressions which lasted few
minutes. When we said the Littany for the dying she tried to bless herself at conclusion
as though aware of our doings that was in afternoon.
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Thursday mid night

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Dr. Smith has given mother up and says a few hours will end her suffering. He says she
does not realize suffering now.

Friday April 12th

Mother passed away quietly at 240 this morning. Going as she desired on Good Friday.
How much goes with her we shall realize more and more as time goes on.

Easter Sunday April 14 1895

We laid mother away to day in Calvary Cemetery. From the Cathedral Arch Bishop
Ireland read the service. Monsignor Caillet went to the Cemetery and had a short

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service there. Mother looked beautiful to me and at rest after such a troubled life of so
much sorrow and many trials. She certainly had some joy.

April 15 – December 31
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