Widow Remarriage Sparks Royal Controversy Across Ages
A London dispatch recalls Queen Victoria’s hostile view of widows remarrying and contrasts her stance with later monarchs. It notes Mrs Joseph Chamberlain’s plan to wed clergyman William Hartley Carnegie, and explores how royal and public opinion shifted toward or against such unions, detailing precedents from Napoleon I to Maria Theresa and Queen Christina, with emphasis on titles and social standing.
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France
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Spain
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Roumania’s Royal Family in Spotlight Amid War News
The article traces Roumania’s poised stance in World War I era tensions. It notes an efficient army and rich resources drawing escorting powers, with Prince Carol as heir. It highlights the royal family’s allure, marriages, and the 1893 Queen Maria union to King Ferdinand, signaling cross‑border influence on alliances.
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Durepe
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Ferdinnand
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Biame
Europe
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Czar Nicholay
Russia
Maria
Ferdinand
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Saxe- Coburg and Gotha
Great Britain and Ireland
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Ma‘ela
Italy's King at Front Becomes Idol of Army
King Victor Emmanuel has spent a year at the front with his soldiers, winning affection for his fearless presence and informal, familylike conduct. He travels lightly between Rome and the front, greets troops at mess, and shares cigars, while deferring military decisions to Gen Cadorna. His Spartan training under Col Osso shapes a strong, disciplined king who endures mountain warfare.
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Quirinal
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Naples
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Cadorna
Osin
Lansdowne Defends Speech Amid Ireland War Charge
Lord Lansdowne replies in a written statement to John Redmond’s charge that his House of Lords speech amounted to declaring war on Ireland. He says the speech followed consultations with Premier Asquith and government colleagues and did not exceed the prime minister’s Commons declaration.
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Marquis of Lansdowne
Todig
John Redmonds
House of Lords
Ireland
Asquith
House of Commons
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