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Cosmopolitan Domesticity: Importing the American Dream, 1865–1920 The American Historical Review, 107.1 The History Cooperative The story of Palmer's mansion, rising from a former swamp, dripping with tapestries and heavy chandeliers, is in part a story about class. Bertha Palmer no doubt regarded ornate display as useful in establishing her social position and the display of European objects, situated in European theme rooms, particularly useful because of the assumed European superiority in design, craftsmanship, and value. When Bertha Palmer died in 1918, leaving her porcelains and other "articles of virtu" to her sons, they became mother's heirlooms, family pieces that evoked bygone days in Chicago as much as in China. www.historycooperative.org /journals/ahr/107.1/ah0102000055.html

Bertha Palmer - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Upon her death in Osprey, Florida, her body was returned to lie in state at "the Castle," the sumptuous mansion Potter Palmer had built on Chicago's Gold Coast. In 1891 Bertha Palmer was selected president of the Board of Lady Managers of the World Columbian Exposition The board was meant to be largely honorary, but Bertha used her influence to heighten awareness of women's achievements at the fair. Bertha Palmer became interested in the winter climate of Florida and in 1910 bought up tens of thousands of acres of land in and around Sarasota, Florida— about one-third of the land in the county. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Bertha_Palmer

American Experience Chicago: City of the Century People & Events The Palmers' mansion was designed by Henry Ives Cobb as a castle and was described by one critic as "sumptuous and abominable." Adorned with turrets and minarets on the exterior, the house featured a spiral staircase that rose eighty feet into a tower in the interior. When she was twenty-one, with a Catholic education and the only pedigree required in boomtown Chicago-- wealth -- she became engaged to Potter Palmer, then 44, a former dry-goods seller turned real estate magnate turned luxury hotel builder. It was the largest private residence in Chicago and the bills were so large that Potter Palmer had to ask his architects to stop showing them to him. www.pbs.org /wgbh/amex/chicago/peopleevents/p_bpalmer.html

Arthur Jerome Eddy Collection/The Art Institute of Chicago After they earned a fortune in department stores and real estate, the Palmers resided in an extravagant mansion overlooking Lake Michigan. Palmer’s favorite possession was Renoir’s Acrobats at the Cirque Fernando (Francisca and Angelina Wartenberg); legend has it that she always kept this work with her, even when she traveled. Palmer bought 25 paintings by Monet, with whom she was personally acquainted. www.artic.edu /artaccess/AA_Impressionist/pages/IMP_Palmer.html

Palmer This 16-room Victorian mansion was built in 1852 by two brothers, Captains Nathaniel Brown Palmer and Alexander Smith Palmer. Palmer was hailed as a hero and in recognition of his efforts, he was given command of the Stonington sloop Hero that would serve as tender to the Hersilia when she sailed again for South Shetland. Palmer cordially accepted the invitation and after giving orders to his mate, left with the Russians dressed just as he was, in his sealskin coat, sou'wester, and sea boots. wetherillfamily.com /palmer.htm   (3832 words)

The Stonington Historical Society: Palmer House This 16-room Victorian mansion was built in 1852 by two brothers, Captains Nathaniel Brown Palmer and Alexander Smith Palmer. Memorabilia pertaining to Nathaniel's discovery of Antarctica and the Palmer brothers' adventurous lives, as well as other Stonington family portraits, furnishings and artifacts are on display. The Palmer House is owned and operated by The Stonington Historical Society. www.stoningtonhistory.org /palmer.htm   (293 words)

Nathaniel Palmer Nathaniel Palmer died in l877 and is buried in Stonington near his 16 room Victorian mansion which was recently purchased by the Stonington Historical Society. Nathaniel B. Palmer, born in l799 in Stonington, Connecticut was my great, great, great,great uncle on my mother's side. For many years following Captain Palmer's discovery of the Antarctic he sailed to and from the China coastal ports aboard the famous Yankee Clippers, one of which was named the Nathaniel B. Palmer. members.aol.com /ICEproject/dixon.html   (368 words)

Arthur Jerome Eddy Collection/The Art Institute of Chicago After they earned a fortune in department stores and real estate, the Palmers resided in an extravagant mansion overlooking Lake Michigan. Bertha Palmer, shown here in a portrait by the Swedish painter Anders Leonard Zorn, was a leading light in Chicago society and an enthusiastic collector of contemporary art. Palmer’s favorite possession was Renoir’s Acrobats at the Cirque Fernando (Francisca and Angelina Wartenberg); legend has it that she always kept this work with her, even when she traveled. www.artic.edu /artaccess/AA_Impressionist/pages/IMP_Palmer.html   (368 words)

Visit Historic Stonington, Connecticut The Captain Nathaniel B. Palmer House, a 16-room Victorian mansion and a national historic landmark, was built in 1852 by two seafaring brothers, Captains Nathaniel B. and Alexander S. Palmer. If the name Nathaniel Palmer sounds familiar, its because he is the man who discovered Antarctica. Once threatened by demolition, the magnificent house was bought by the historical society in 1994 and lovingly restored to its former glory. www.fabuloustravel.com /usa/mystic/stonington.html   (470 words)

Golf Getaway Spencer Olin Golf St. Louis area Alton Illinois BEALL MANSION Spencer T. Olin Golf Course is the St. Louis area's and Illinois' only Arnold Palmer designed and managed golf course, is rated Four and a Half Stars by Golf Digest's “Best Places to Play,” and was host of the USGA Men's Public Links Championship televised on ESPN. Golf Getaway at Spencer T Olin Golf Course and The Beall Mansion Illinois bed and breakfast bandb inn boutique hotel (Greater St. Louis bed and breakfast bandbandb inn boutique hotel) You will also receive The BEALL MANSION Golf Gift Pack with Two 24 Karat Gold Plated BEALL MANSION Logo Ball Markers www.beallmansion.com /pages/pack_golf.html   (470 words)

palmer Palmer's and their stately mansion on Lake Shore By the year of 1852 though, it was evident that the boom of Lockport was over and Potter Palmer set out for the West and Chicago. Upon his return to Chicago, and with regained health Potter Palmer decided to marry and in 1870 he married Bertha Honore. www.historic-impressions.com /palmer.htm   (470 words)

Nathaniel Palmer Nathaniel Palmer died in l877 and is buried in Stonington near his 16 room Victorian mansion which was recently purchased by the Stonington Historical Society. For many years following Captain Palmer's discovery of the Antarctic he sailed to and from the China coastal ports aboard the famous Yankee Clippers, one of which was named the Nathaniel B. Palmer. Nathaniel B. Palmer, born in l799 in Stonington, Connecticut was my great, great, great,great uncle on my mother's side. members.aol.com /ICEproject/dixon.html   (368 words)

Untitled Document So did Joseph Palmer who although had a lot to work with (13 Million Dollars) when he started out...went to work for his Dad in the early 1880's for $5.00 a week and was "compelled by his mother Phoebe Palmer Knapp" to donate $3.00 a week of it to the church. Not only did Joseph Palmer accomplish many great things with his money, he was very philanthropic with it....so again warranted Headlines on the Times Obit Page. the Duke Of Earl...sorry) Anyhow, Joseph F. Knapp's obit was nothing like his father Joseph Palmer's was the year before in January of 1951 or his grandfather and namesake Joseph Fairchild Knapp's was on Sept 21, 1891. www.spoonercentral.com /knapp/KLH7.html   (1035 words)

Palmer Lake bed and breakfast & inns. Find the perfect Palmer Lake B&B lodging on BedandBreakfast.com. Pikes Peak Paradise - Woodland Park, CO Pikes Peak Paradise is a large southern style mansion nestled in the mountains with a spectacular... Please notify us if you know of any BandB inns located in Palmer Lake. Listed below are 26 bed and breakfasts and inns located near Palmer Lake, Colorado. www.bedandbreakfast.com /palmer-lake-colorado.html   (703 words)

Palmer Coat of Arms A seat or family seat was the principal manor of a medieval lord, which was normally an elegant country mansion and usually denoted that the family held political and economic influences in the area. Edward, who loved knightly pursuits such as war, jousting, tournaments and hunting, surrounded himself with warriors, magnates, and chivalrous knights. The death of Edward 'the Confessor', king of England, initiated a brief period of conflict between the various claimants to his throne that irrevocably changed the country of England. www.houseofnames.com /xq/asp.c/qx/palmer-coat-arms.htm   (703 words)

Palmer College of Chiropractic, Chiropractic History, PCC History B.J.’s ornamental courtyard, adjacent to the Palmer Mansion, has become a place to study and relax. Mabel Heath Palmer, B.J.’s wife and a Palmer graduate, was the treasurer of the School and an anatomy faculty member. Palmer College has spawned legends and led the way for the growth of the profession and chiropractic education. www.palmer.edu /PFCH/PCCHistory.htm   (1410 words)

Harry Hutchinson - movies at FilmsAndTV.com But the latest heir, Judy (Lilli Palmer), might be a little harder to eliminate, and the doctor`s days may be numbered. Mad Dr. Manetta (Leslie Banks) lures heirs to a fortune into his mansion and eliminates them through torture. A London photographer (David Hemmings) unwittingly photographs a murder. www.filmsandtv.com /search.asp?ms=2&uq=Harry%20Hutchinson   (1410 words)

myra lopes author Second book in the series of four; focusing on Rogers' friendship with Mark Twain, Kanawha, the mansion, a map of the estate, the grandchildren, and the will. Focusing on Rogers birth record, early years, marriage to Abbie Palmer Gifford, Standard Oil Trust, Virginian Railway, estate grounds, and the Rogers funeral. Colored photographs of the Rogers gifts to Fairhaven. myralopes.tripod.com   (1410 words)

Myra Lopes - Fairhaven Rogers' birth record, early years, marriage to Abbie Palmer Gifford, Standard Oil Trust, Virginian Railway, estate grounds, and the Rogers funeral. Rogers' family, his friendship with Mark Twain, Kanawha, mansion, map of the estate, grandchildren and the will. Rogers buildings, gifts to Fairhaven by our town benefactor myralopes.tripod.com /fairhv.htm   (1410 words)

'Christmas at Blithewold' opens with lights, music, decorations Cost of Palmer farm could be out of Westport's reach Gardens are for all seasons and the Blithewold gardens and arboretum are no exception. This year's special treat will be a photographic display in the billiard room detailing the history of the gardens and arboretum over the past 100 years, including plant lists and gardening diaries that present a personal overview of how the gardens were developed according to Bessie McKee's master plan. www.eastbayri.com /story/363301532171622.php   (1410 words)

Visit Historic Stonington, Connecticut The Captain Nathaniel B. Palmer House, a 16-room Victorian mansion and a national historic landmark, was built in 1852 by two seafaring brothers, Captains Nathaniel B. and Alexander S. Palmer. The Captain Nathaniel B. Palmer House is located at 40 Palmer St. in Stonington, CT 06378. First settled in 1649 by settlers leaving the Plymouth colony, Stonington began life as a farming community, but came to be a major force in the whaling, sealing and ship building industries. www.fabuloustravel.com /usa/mystic/stonington.html   (470 words)

Surnames 4 m George ABELL 22 March 1815 @ St Mary's Church, Hinckley, Leicestershire The 1851 census describes Ann ABELL as being a 61 year old widowed pauper stocking maker of Clarkes Yard (Workhouse ?), Mansion Street, Hinckley, Leicestershire. PALMER, Elizabeth bpt 2 June 1785 @ Hinckley, Leicestershire m John FREER 4 June 1816 @ St Mary's Church, Hinckley, Leicestershire ========================================================= ========================================================= PALMER, Theophilus m Elizabeth PRATT 27 November 1713 @ Claybrook, Leicestershire PALMER, Theophilus bpt 24 September 1714 @ Claybrook, Leicestershire m Mary PALMER, David bpt 29 January 1745 @ Hinckley, Leicestershire m Elizabeth MARSTON 8 October 1771 @ St Mary's Church, Hinckley, Leics. members.tripod.com /~AlanCheshire/index-8.html   (182 words)

Glen Eyrie Castle in 2004! - Tim King Glen Eyrie was built in 1903 by General William Jackson Palmer, Civil War hero, railroad tycoon, and founder of Colorado Springs. The heart of Glen Eyrie is its historic Castle, a 67-room English Tudor-style mansion with 24 fireplaces. Shortly after building his estate, Palmer and his wife, Queenie, hired a surveyor to develop the valley. www.livingpresence.org /cms/gleneyrie2004.shtml   (182 words)

The Atom index Synopsis: Ray and Jean Palmer return to the cavern where Ray first shrunk to tiny size, but she is soon captured by Bat-Knights who wish to learn the secret of changing size from The Atom. Synopsis: Jean Loring is mistakenly identified as a participant in a robbery of the Prentiss mansion, but the Atom insists she remain in custody while he goes after the real crook. Synopsis: While Ray and Jean Palmer are in Curacao, Venezuala, for a physicists’ convention, the Atom comes across a nuclear bomb which must be deactivated, at a time in which his body is giving off inexplicable mini-nuclear reactions. darkmark6.tripod.com /atomind.htm   (11385 words)

Willowdale State Forest West (Hood Pond Section) Willowdale State Forest and Bradley Palmer State Park were once part of the private estate of Bradley Palmer, a wealthy lawyer and industrialist who lived during the first part of the 20th century. Palmer, a graduate of Harvard and Harvard Law, became lawyer for and partner in several Boston-based corporations. He donated the remainder of his lands to the state in 1944, then leased back 107 acres around his mansion. www.thecompass.org /ipswichbaycircuit/bct/willow-west.html   (1214 words)

Historical Footnotes: The Stately Homes of Lambert's Cove (The Stonington Historical Society) A partner in their firm was another Palmer brother, William Lord Palmer, who ultimately retired to Stonington and lived at Redbrook (325 North Main Street) in the 1870s. Kellum designed Stewart's marble mansion at Fifth Avenue and 34th Street and the block-wide store at Broadway and 10th Street, both in Manhattan, and at the time of his death in 1871 was laying out Garden City, a 7,000-acre tract in Hempstead that Stewart had bought. By 1850, when James Ingersoll Day and Alexander Smith Palmer began to plan their houses, Gamaliel King's reputation was well established. www.stoningtonhistory.org /archiv16.htm   (1214 words)

The Atom index Synopsis: Jean Loring is mistakenly identified as a participant in a robbery of the Prentiss mansion, but the Atom insists she remain in custody while he goes after the real crook. Synopsis: Jean Loring is kidnapped by a scientist who wishes to force Ray Palmer to show him how to reverse the side-effects of a shrinking experiment which threatens to shrink him to infitestimal size. Synopsis: Jean Loring is accidentally shrunk by one of Ray Palmer’s old devices to six inches in height and Norman Brawler and Paul Hoband take her to Brazil in search of the Atom. darkmark6.tripod.com /atomind.htm   (11385 words)

Episode 47 Episode 12 dealt with two Stonington, Connecticut, sites associated with Capt Nathaniel Brown Palmer: his birthplace and his mansion, now the home of the Stonington Historical Society. The sloop Hero had a complement of five on its historic voyage in 1820-21: Palmer (master), Phineas Wilcox (mate) Richard Fanning Loper (second mate), Stanton L. Burdick and Peter Harvey. This episode focuses on the final resting places of Palmer and two of his crew. www.antarctic-circle.org /E47.htm   (11385 words)

Visit Historic Stonington, Connecticut The Captain Nathaniel B. Palmer House, a 16-room Victorian mansion and a national historic landmark, was built in 1852 by two seafaring brothers, Captains Nathaniel B. and Alexander S. Palmer. In the 19th century, the town thrived as a railroad and steamboat terminus between Boston and New York and later became a center of industry. STONINGTON, CONNECTICUT, USA -- The maritime history in the Mystic Seaport goes beyond the borders of Mystic Seaport and into the nearby town of Stonington. www.fabuloustravel.com /usa/mystic/stonington.html   (11385 words)

Visit Historic Stonington, Connecticut The Captain Nathaniel B. Palmer House, a 16-room Victorian mansion and a national historic landmark, was built in 1852 by two seafaring brothers, Captains Nathaniel B. and Alexander S. Palmer. STONINGTON, CONNECTICUT, USA -- The maritime history in the Mystic Seaport goes beyond the borders of Mystic Seaport and into the nearby town of Stonington. First settled in 1649 by settlers leaving the Plymouth colony, Stonington began life as a farming community, but came to be a major force in the whaling, sealing and ship building industries. www.fabuloustravel.com /usa/mystic/stonington.html   (470 words)

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