Posts
September 4 – Tuesday
After a most exciting time about getting my trunk ready and sent to the 23rd St. ferry, I composed myself for a few moments before leaving the house for good.
At about eleven o’clock I, after telling all good-bye, boarded a Broadway car for 23rd St., where I was to meet Uncle Willie who was going over to Jersey City, N. J. with me. At the Flatiron building I met him and on the corner of Broadway and 23rd we waited for our car which was to take us to the ferry. Finally on account of the slow speed at which the horse cars go, we reached our destination. I shall never forget my feelings of sadness as we pulled out of N. Y. on the large ferry boat for I wondered if I should ever come back again. Of course I was exceedingly anxious to get back to “Georgia”, I hated to leave New York and all its many wonders. My trip from Jersey City to Washington D.C. was, although very quiet, yet very enjoyable. Upon arriving in Washington, I met some very charming people who were also coming as far as Atlanta. The monotony of my trip was quite broke by several small wrecks, none of which, however amounting to much. I met several other people on the train who were perfectly lovely to me.
After a very long and tiresome trip I reached “Home, sweet home” once again, and you bet I was more than happy to get here. Why? Well, I will leave that to the imagination of my reader, perhaps he or she can guess. And now I am home to stay, for quite a long while as least. “I wonder why”?
APM
Friday, November 27, 2009
Annie's Diary 1906 September 3rd
September 3 – Monday
As we expected to be obliged to leave on that day for home we hurriedly packed our trunks and put everything in readiness for our long and tiresome trip. Upon deciding to wait until Tuesday morning we went up town, Aunt Lizzie and myself in order that I might have one last look at “great” New York.
After lunch, I went down on Broadway to get a few souvenirs to bring to my music pupils. While there I espied Cousin Nelson passing by, and stopped him, at least he stopped to get the paper. We walked home discussing my trip and how much I had seen during my stay there.
After dinner Cousin Nelson and myself walked out Broadway to _____ (?), the swellest beer – garden in N. Y. It was my first trip to one, and I sure did enjoy it. After a while very pleasantly spent, we walked to 97th St. and down this to Riverside Drive. It was an ideal evening and we knew “everybody” would be “out”. I will not attempt to relate what we saw, but I will leave it to those who have been to New York City and been down on Riverside drive about ___ (?) o’clock at night. But one thing I will say we sure did enjoy it. We sat down up near “Grant’s Tomb” for a little while and watched the ferry – boats and steamers cruise up and down the “Hudson River”. I shall never forget the sight, it was simply gorgeous, and one never to be forgotten.
We walked from Grant’s Tomb, 119th St., to 242 West 104th St., out Broadway, and finally reached home, very tired but very glad that I had seen “lots” on the last night of my stay in N. Y.
As we expected to be obliged to leave on that day for home we hurriedly packed our trunks and put everything in readiness for our long and tiresome trip. Upon deciding to wait until Tuesday morning we went up town, Aunt Lizzie and myself in order that I might have one last look at “great” New York.
After lunch, I went down on Broadway to get a few souvenirs to bring to my music pupils. While there I espied Cousin Nelson passing by, and stopped him, at least he stopped to get the paper. We walked home discussing my trip and how much I had seen during my stay there.
After dinner Cousin Nelson and myself walked out Broadway to _____ (?), the swellest beer – garden in N. Y. It was my first trip to one, and I sure did enjoy it. After a while very pleasantly spent, we walked to 97th St. and down this to Riverside Drive. It was an ideal evening and we knew “everybody” would be “out”. I will not attempt to relate what we saw, but I will leave it to those who have been to New York City and been down on Riverside drive about ___ (?) o’clock at night. But one thing I will say we sure did enjoy it. We sat down up near “Grant’s Tomb” for a little while and watched the ferry – boats and steamers cruise up and down the “Hudson River”. I shall never forget the sight, it was simply gorgeous, and one never to be forgotten.
We walked from Grant’s Tomb, 119th St., to 242 West 104th St., out Broadway, and finally reached home, very tired but very glad that I had seen “lots” on the last night of my stay in N. Y.
Annie's Diary 1906 September 2nd
September 2 – Sunday
After a very late breakfast Uncle Willie and I started out for the Zoological Gardens of Central Park. We walked down to Central Park West and there took a car for 59th St., where we transferred to a cross – town car which carried us to the entrance of the park.
The Zoo is very large and certainly a very fine one. A wonderful collection of animals from all parts of the earth.
We came back home another way – walked to 77th St., and stopped for a little while in The Museum of Natural History – and after taking a Columbus Avenue car we finally reached home, thoroughly worn out, as we had walked altogether about three miles or sixty blocks.
Spent entire afternoon at home, as we were all too tired to dress and go out. Although we had no company, we had the excitement of receiving a special delivery letter from Atlanta, and a telegram from Wilkesbarre, Pa. The latter stating that Cousins Nelson and Talmadge would be in New York our last night. We sat up and waited for them until about one o’clock, when, just about ready to take a nap to while away the time, in they walked as if it were eight instead of one. But – alas! Such is the way of boys and men –
Information on People:
Cousin Nelson is probably Philip Nelson Pendleton (born 1871) son of Philip Thomas Pendleton (born 1847), brother of Susan Francina Pendleton (born 1851) who was Annie’s mother.
Cousin Talmadge is William Talmadge Pendleton (born 1871) son of William Micajah Pendleton and Elizabeth Talmadge. Talmadge is one of 4 sons of Uncle Willie and Aunt Lizzie.
After a very late breakfast Uncle Willie and I started out for the Zoological Gardens of Central Park. We walked down to Central Park West and there took a car for 59th St., where we transferred to a cross – town car which carried us to the entrance of the park.
The Zoo is very large and certainly a very fine one. A wonderful collection of animals from all parts of the earth.
We came back home another way – walked to 77th St., and stopped for a little while in The Museum of Natural History – and after taking a Columbus Avenue car we finally reached home, thoroughly worn out, as we had walked altogether about three miles or sixty blocks.
Spent entire afternoon at home, as we were all too tired to dress and go out. Although we had no company, we had the excitement of receiving a special delivery letter from Atlanta, and a telegram from Wilkesbarre, Pa. The latter stating that Cousins Nelson and Talmadge would be in New York our last night. We sat up and waited for them until about one o’clock, when, just about ready to take a nap to while away the time, in they walked as if it were eight instead of one. But – alas! Such is the way of boys and men –
Information on People:
Cousin Nelson is probably Philip Nelson Pendleton (born 1871) son of Philip Thomas Pendleton (born 1847), brother of Susan Francina Pendleton (born 1851) who was Annie’s mother.
Cousin Talmadge is William Talmadge Pendleton (born 1871) son of William Micajah Pendleton and Elizabeth Talmadge. Talmadge is one of 4 sons of Uncle Willie and Aunt Lizzie.
Annie's Diary 1906 September 1st
September 1 – Saturday
Spent morning at home enjoying a little rest from sight – seeing.
Left after an early lunch for the matinee at “Belasco Theatre.” The show, “The Girl of the Golden West” was very pathetic and a very beautiful play. The scene was laid in California, and was set in 1849 – 50, during the days of the gold fever. Beautiful pictures beforehand show Cloudy Mountain, Cal., a mining camp and also the heroine’s home
“Miss Blanche Bates” the heroine of our play, is one of New York’s leading actresses and is certainly very fine. We sure did enjoy the play.
Spent morning at home enjoying a little rest from sight – seeing.
Left after an early lunch for the matinee at “Belasco Theatre.” The show, “The Girl of the Golden West” was very pathetic and a very beautiful play. The scene was laid in California, and was set in 1849 – 50, during the days of the gold fever. Beautiful pictures beforehand show Cloudy Mountain, Cal., a mining camp and also the heroine’s home
“Miss Blanche Bates” the heroine of our play, is one of New York’s leading actresses and is certainly very fine. We sure did enjoy the play.
Annie's Diary 1906 August 31st
August 31 – Friday
All excitement as Cousin John Lively and Cousin Belle, were going to leave New York for Atlanta.
We boarded a Broadway car to 23rd St., where we transferred to the 23rd St. ferry car. After many delays we reached station and took an elevator for the deck of our ferry – boat. The ride up the Hudson, to Jersey City, was perfectly beautiful, and we certainly did enjoy it.
A parting must come sooner or later, and very soon it came, for they would not allow us to pass through the gates, so we had to separate in the waiting – room.
We came back on Courtland Ferry to New York, and then took subway for 103rd St. Came on Broadway express. When we reached home, realized fully that they had gone, for everything seemed pretty lonely.
After a short rest, I started out again, always ready to see as much of N. Y. as is possible. Walked some distance out Riverside Drive, and then being tired, sat down for a good long time and watched the many carriages and automobiles on this favorite drive, and, also boats and steamers on the Hudson River. Resumed my stroll, and soon found myself way out by Grant’s tomb. I walked out W. 199th St., to Broadway, and then straight home. Sure did enjoy my long walk by “my lonesome.”
All excitement as Cousin John Lively and Cousin Belle, were going to leave New York for Atlanta.
We boarded a Broadway car to 23rd St., where we transferred to the 23rd St. ferry car. After many delays we reached station and took an elevator for the deck of our ferry – boat. The ride up the Hudson, to Jersey City, was perfectly beautiful, and we certainly did enjoy it.
A parting must come sooner or later, and very soon it came, for they would not allow us to pass through the gates, so we had to separate in the waiting – room.
We came back on Courtland Ferry to New York, and then took subway for 103rd St. Came on Broadway express. When we reached home, realized fully that they had gone, for everything seemed pretty lonely.
After a short rest, I started out again, always ready to see as much of N. Y. as is possible. Walked some distance out Riverside Drive, and then being tired, sat down for a good long time and watched the many carriages and automobiles on this favorite drive, and, also boats and steamers on the Hudson River. Resumed my stroll, and soon found myself way out by Grant’s tomb. I walked out W. 199th St., to Broadway, and then straight home. Sure did enjoy my long walk by “my lonesome.”
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Annie's Diary 1906 August 30th
August 30 – Thursday
Cousin John and Cousin Belle expected to leave on the morning train for Atlanta, but by many persuasions, they decided to remain over in New York until Friday morning.
After lunch we three ladies went to “The Museum of Natural History” where we certainly spent a most pleasant afternoon. It is a five-story structure, and is one of the most elegant I ever saw. The grounds are also perfectly beautiful. The first floor is filled with Indian relics and costumes, bead-work, Siberian costumes, and different scenes representing these ountries. The entrance is filled with meteors, which are supposed to have fallen in Greenland, and Iowa. Second floor: Stuffed birds and animals of all sizes and descriptions. (Elephants, sloths, buffaloes and little horses, etc.) Third floor: Other kinds of animals – some skeletons, and some stuffed. One noted animal. “Tip” – the large elephant which was killed in the Zoological Gardens in Central Park, on account of its fierceness. Had already killed several men. Employees gave Tip enough poison to kill 1000 men or more. Other end of hall filled with mummies and statues of wood and stone. Fourth floor: both large and small rocks in their unpolished states. Precious jewels both in polished and unpolished states. A few precious stones from North Carolina, near Birmingham, Ala., and a very large valuable stone from Lumpkin county, Georgia. Fifth floor: the most beautiful shells of all sizes and kinds, and also very beautiful specimen of coral, in single pieces, and also as a reef. A large case filled with soil about in which could be easily seen legs, feet and skulls of animals brought to The Museum as it was really found. Also large bowls or glass boxes filled with gold-fish.
Historical Notes and Photographs
Tip the Elephant:
From the New York Times: May 8, 1894 The fate of Tip, the "rogue" elephant, who on April 30 tried to kill his keeper, William Snyder, in the elephant house in Central Park, will not be decided until tomorrow, when the attention of the Park Commissioners will be drawn to Tip's murderous propensity.
From the New York Times: May 12, 1894 BIG ELEPHANT TIP DEAD; KILLED WITH POISON. Terrible in His Death Agony, He Burst His Chains, and Was on the Point of Breaking from the Building When He Succumbed -- Took Cyanide of Potassium in Wet Bran -- Had Rejected Poisoned Apples and Carrots –
The big elephant that had been for years the playmate of the children in Central Park, and the terror of Snyder, who was his keeper, was put to death yesterday.
Enthralled monarch of the jungle, largest and most powerful of his herd, an elephantine colossus, he ingloriously died because he trustingly ate a pan of poisoned bran. Behind this bran was the record of having murdered several keepers, the fear and hatred of Snyder, who had had charge of him since first he came to New-York and the death sentence from the Board of Park Commissioners.
Even when Tip’s execution day had dawned there were questions raised whether his life might not be spared; whether so valuable an animal under another keeper might not be made more maneageable.
Tip’s hide and skeleton will be sent to the American Museum of Natural History.
Cousin John and Cousin Belle expected to leave on the morning train for Atlanta, but by many persuasions, they decided to remain over in New York until Friday morning.
After lunch we three ladies went to “The Museum of Natural History” where we certainly spent a most pleasant afternoon. It is a five-story structure, and is one of the most elegant I ever saw. The grounds are also perfectly beautiful. The first floor is filled with Indian relics and costumes, bead-work, Siberian costumes, and different scenes representing these ountries. The entrance is filled with meteors, which are supposed to have fallen in Greenland, and Iowa. Second floor: Stuffed birds and animals of all sizes and descriptions. (Elephants, sloths, buffaloes and little horses, etc.) Third floor: Other kinds of animals – some skeletons, and some stuffed. One noted animal. “Tip” – the large elephant which was killed in the Zoological Gardens in Central Park, on account of its fierceness. Had already killed several men. Employees gave Tip enough poison to kill 1000 men or more. Other end of hall filled with mummies and statues of wood and stone. Fourth floor: both large and small rocks in their unpolished states. Precious jewels both in polished and unpolished states. A few precious stones from North Carolina, near Birmingham, Ala., and a very large valuable stone from Lumpkin county, Georgia. Fifth floor: the most beautiful shells of all sizes and kinds, and also very beautiful specimen of coral, in single pieces, and also as a reef. A large case filled with soil about in which could be easily seen legs, feet and skulls of animals brought to The Museum as it was really found. Also large bowls or glass boxes filled with gold-fish.
Historical Notes and Photographs
Tip the Elephant:
From the New York Times: May 8, 1894 The fate of Tip, the "rogue" elephant, who on April 30 tried to kill his keeper, William Snyder, in the elephant house in Central Park, will not be decided until tomorrow, when the attention of the Park Commissioners will be drawn to Tip's murderous propensity.
From the New York Times: May 12, 1894 BIG ELEPHANT TIP DEAD; KILLED WITH POISON. Terrible in His Death Agony, He Burst His Chains, and Was on the Point of Breaking from the Building When He Succumbed -- Took Cyanide of Potassium in Wet Bran -- Had Rejected Poisoned Apples and Carrots –
The big elephant that had been for years the playmate of the children in Central Park, and the terror of Snyder, who was his keeper, was put to death yesterday.
Enthralled monarch of the jungle, largest and most powerful of his herd, an elephantine colossus, he ingloriously died because he trustingly ate a pan of poisoned bran. Behind this bran was the record of having murdered several keepers, the fear and hatred of Snyder, who had had charge of him since first he came to New-York and the death sentence from the Board of Park Commissioners.
Even when Tip’s execution day had dawned there were questions raised whether his life might not be spared; whether so valuable an animal under another keeper might not be made more maneageable.
Tip’s hide and skeleton will be sent to the American Museum of Natural History.
Annie's Diary 1906 August 29th
August 29 – Wednesday
After our breakfast we all marched in the sitting room and each in his or her turn gave Uncle Willie his birthday presents, which he seemed to appreciate very much.
Owing to the inclemency of the wseather, and also to the fact that we were worn out, only temporarily however, we spent the entire day at home, and I am sure we enjoyed it to the fullest.
We celebrated Uncle Willie’s birthday by giving him a little birthday dinner, which I am sure he fully appreciated.
After our breakfast we all marched in the sitting room and each in his or her turn gave Uncle Willie his birthday presents, which he seemed to appreciate very much.
Owing to the inclemency of the wseather, and also to the fact that we were worn out, only temporarily however, we spent the entire day at home, and I am sure we enjoyed it to the fullest.
We celebrated Uncle Willie’s birthday by giving him a little birthday dinner, which I am sure he fully appreciated.
Annie's Diary 1906 August 28th
August 28 – Tuesday
We spent a long while, about two hours, in the Eden Musee, looking at the different scenes, hearing the music, and watching two different series of subjects on the “Cinematograph”. The racing scenes were about the best of all the pictures, at least very realistic. It was very beautiful, and we certainly did enjoy it. Rooms where the pictures were shown and the band played was called the “Winter Garden”.
After lunch we took a Fifth Avenue stage and rode out to the entrance of Central Park. There we took a park carriage and rode all over the Park covering an area of about fifteen miles. The scenery is simply grand, many acres of it is still in its naturally wild state. We had pointed out to us Senator Clark’s, the copper king from Montana, palatial residence, the Mt. Sinai Hotel, the large resevoir of N.Y. which holds several million gallons of water and also Carnegie’s palatial residence, whose servant’s house is just as fine as many homes on Peachtree. But it is much to our regret that we have to acknowledge that this is true.
We spent a long while, about two hours, in the Eden Musee, looking at the different scenes, hearing the music, and watching two different series of subjects on the “Cinematograph”. The racing scenes were about the best of all the pictures, at least very realistic. It was very beautiful, and we certainly did enjoy it. Rooms where the pictures were shown and the band played was called the “Winter Garden”.
After lunch we took a Fifth Avenue stage and rode out to the entrance of Central Park. There we took a park carriage and rode all over the Park covering an area of about fifteen miles. The scenery is simply grand, many acres of it is still in its naturally wild state. We had pointed out to us Senator Clark’s, the copper king from Montana, palatial residence, the Mt. Sinai Hotel, the large resevoir of N.Y. which holds several million gallons of water and also Carnegie’s palatial residence, whose servant’s house is just as fine as many homes on Peachtree. But it is much to our regret that we have to acknowledge that this is true.
Annie's Diary 1906 August 27th
August 27 – Monday
We thought that we were going home, so spent Monday morning in packing our trunks. And, after they were all done we found that we were not going right away.
After lunch Cousin Belle and I walked out Riverside Drive and sat down for a long time and watched the large steamboats cruise up and down the river. The scenery was beautiful.
As soon as dinner was over, we all took a long car ride down town and saw Broadway as it really is late at night and crowded with people. Quite a sight, especially for “country people” such as “we”.
Had pointed out to us the roof garden where the horrible Thaw – White tragedy occurred a short while ago.
Historical Notes and Photographs
Thaw - White Tragedy:
At the premiere performance of the musical revue Mam'zelle Champagne at the Madison Square Roof Garden, Stanford White was shot point blank in the face and killed by Evelyn Nesbit’s husband, Harry Kendall Thaw. The murder became known as the Trial of the Century. In the media coverage that followed the murder, details of White's indulgences fascinated the public. Evelyn described how she would swing nude on a red velvet swing built by White during their romance.
Having gained fame as a model and then on the stage in the early 1900's, Evelyn Nesbit was the Marilyn Monroe of her time and "supermodel" of the time. It was on Broadway that the 16 year old rising star caught the eye of the 52 year old Stanford White, the brilliant architect, who quickly became involved with the stunning beauty. The relationship lasted about a year.
Harry Thaw was called "crazy" long before he shot Stanford White; he was a cocaine addict which caused him to have a wild-eyed stare most of the time. The combination of Thaw's wild personality and Nesbit's wild past combined to fuel the murder of Stanford White. If the crime made the participants infamous, it also made Nesbit more famous than ever. The sensational details would play out in public over the course of two trials. A child of wealth, Thaw had the best council money could buy and he eventually became a free man. He divorced Nesbitt and died of a heart attack in 1945.
We thought that we were going home, so spent Monday morning in packing our trunks. And, after they were all done we found that we were not going right away.
After lunch Cousin Belle and I walked out Riverside Drive and sat down for a long time and watched the large steamboats cruise up and down the river. The scenery was beautiful.
As soon as dinner was over, we all took a long car ride down town and saw Broadway as it really is late at night and crowded with people. Quite a sight, especially for “country people” such as “we”.
Had pointed out to us the roof garden where the horrible Thaw – White tragedy occurred a short while ago.
Historical Notes and Photographs
Thaw - White Tragedy:
At the premiere performance of the musical revue Mam'zelle Champagne at the Madison Square Roof Garden, Stanford White was shot point blank in the face and killed by Evelyn Nesbit’s husband, Harry Kendall Thaw. The murder became known as the Trial of the Century. In the media coverage that followed the murder, details of White's indulgences fascinated the public. Evelyn described how she would swing nude on a red velvet swing built by White during their romance.
Having gained fame as a model and then on the stage in the early 1900's, Evelyn Nesbit was the Marilyn Monroe of her time and "supermodel" of the time. It was on Broadway that the 16 year old rising star caught the eye of the 52 year old Stanford White, the brilliant architect, who quickly became involved with the stunning beauty. The relationship lasted about a year.
Harry Thaw was called "crazy" long before he shot Stanford White; he was a cocaine addict which caused him to have a wild-eyed stare most of the time. The combination of Thaw's wild personality and Nesbit's wild past combined to fuel the murder of Stanford White. If the crime made the participants infamous, it also made Nesbit more famous than ever. The sensational details would play out in public over the course of two trials. A child of wealth, Thaw had the best council money could buy and he eventually became a free man. He divorced Nesbitt and died of a heart attack in 1945.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Annie's Diary 1906 August 26th
August 26 – Sunday
We left as soon as possible after breakfast for Coney Island, where we spent the day most pleasantly. We took subway from 103 St. to Bowling Green where we walked to South Ferry and boarded a ferry –boat for South Brooklyn. We passed through Buttermilk Channel and going along the side of Governor’s Island. After landing in South Brooklyn, we took an electric car for Coney’s Isle. Our trip over by water was most enjoyable.
We spent a most pleasant day there. Had our pictures made on post-cards but were only fairly good.
Met Mr. Julius Hayes of Knoxville, Tenn. Who stayed with us most of the afternoon, and was very pleasant.
We had to run a long way to catch our board as it was time for it to leave. Cousin Belle ran so fast that she almost fainted, we sure had to fan her to revive her.
We came home all the way by water, and it was simply gorgeous, the moonlight on the water was the most beauitful thing I ever saw. We also saw the “Statue of Liberty” lit up by night, and the reflection in the water was beautiful.
We certainly enjoyed our trip from beginning to end, and especially our trips by water.
When we reached home two telegrams awaited us, calling us home at once. But fortunately before we started, we found out that it was all a mistake and that we could stay longer, and we sure were glad.
We left as soon as possible after breakfast for Coney Island, where we spent the day most pleasantly. We took subway from 103 St. to Bowling Green where we walked to South Ferry and boarded a ferry –boat for South Brooklyn. We passed through Buttermilk Channel and going along the side of Governor’s Island. After landing in South Brooklyn, we took an electric car for Coney’s Isle. Our trip over by water was most enjoyable.
We spent a most pleasant day there. Had our pictures made on post-cards but were only fairly good.
Met Mr. Julius Hayes of Knoxville, Tenn. Who stayed with us most of the afternoon, and was very pleasant.
We had to run a long way to catch our board as it was time for it to leave. Cousin Belle ran so fast that she almost fainted, we sure had to fan her to revive her.
We came home all the way by water, and it was simply gorgeous, the moonlight on the water was the most beauitful thing I ever saw. We also saw the “Statue of Liberty” lit up by night, and the reflection in the water was beautiful.
We certainly enjoyed our trip from beginning to end, and especially our trips by water.
When we reached home two telegrams awaited us, calling us home at once. But fortunately before we started, we found out that it was all a mistake and that we could stay longer, and we sure were glad.
Annie's Diary 1906 August 25th
August 25 – Saturday
Cousin Belle and I made our first trip downtown by ourselves and got along admirably. We spent most of Saturday morning in shopping and certainly enjoyed our first down town trip alone.
Upon receiving a telegram saying that Cousin John Lively was coming to New York, we all went to 23rd St. ferry to meet him. But to our regret we did not see him at all, so, although disappointed in not having the pleasure of showing him New York first, we had to come home without him. When we reached here, he was sitting up big as life, and perfectly at home.
Cousin Belle and I made our first trip downtown by ourselves and got along admirably. We spent most of Saturday morning in shopping and certainly enjoyed our first down town trip alone.
Upon receiving a telegram saying that Cousin John Lively was coming to New York, we all went to 23rd St. ferry to meet him. But to our regret we did not see him at all, so, although disappointed in not having the pleasure of showing him New York first, we had to come home without him. When we reached here, he was sitting up big as life, and perfectly at home.
Annie's Diary 1906 August 24th
August 24 – Friday
We made an early start determining to see all we could that day.
We visited most of the big stores in New York going through some of them from top to bottom. We enjoyed especially the stores of John Wanamaker who now occupies the building which used to belong to A. J. Stewart. The former has built an elegant new store right next to his old one.
After enjoying a delightful lunch, we resumed our visits to the large buildings.
We made an early start determining to see all we could that day.
We visited most of the big stores in New York going through some of them from top to bottom. We enjoyed especially the stores of John Wanamaker who now occupies the building which used to belong to A. J. Stewart. The former has built an elegant new store right next to his old one.
After enjoying a delightful lunch, we resumed our visits to the large buildings.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Annie's Diary 1906 August 23rd
August 23 – Thursday
As weather was very threatening, we remained at home all morning, writing letters, and entertaining each other as best we could under the circumstances.
After lunch we took a long walk on Riverside Drive seeing the beautiful homes, and watching the large steam-boats passing up and down the Hudson River.
As weather was very threatening, we remained at home all morning, writing letters, and entertaining each other as best we could under the circumstances.
After lunch we took a long walk on Riverside Drive seeing the beautiful homes, and watching the large steam-boats passing up and down the Hudson River.
Annie's Diary 1906 August 22nd
August 22 – Wednesday
We went downtown and went through Old Trinity Church, which was built in 1846, although three churches have been built on the same ground. Also visited the cemetery, adjoining the church – yard, in which we saw momuments hundreds of years old. The building itself was perfectly elegant and stays open all the time, both day and night, for the visitors who come to
N. Y., and also for prayer services.
Uncle Willie met us and carried us through the wonderful stock exchange after obtaining a special permit, it was certainly a wonderful sight and we sure did enjoy it. We then went through the U. S. Treasury and saw the large stone upon which George Washington stood when he took an oath as President of the United States. Next we went through the Assay Office, next door, and saw them making gold and silver bars, which was very interesting. Guide was especially nice to us, and of course, we saw everything which was to be seen.
We reached home realizing we had seen just lots for one day, at any rate.
We went downtown and went through Old Trinity Church, which was built in 1846, although three churches have been built on the same ground. Also visited the cemetery, adjoining the church – yard, in which we saw momuments hundreds of years old. The building itself was perfectly elegant and stays open all the time, both day and night, for the visitors who come to
N. Y., and also for prayer services.
Uncle Willie met us and carried us through the wonderful stock exchange after obtaining a special permit, it was certainly a wonderful sight and we sure did enjoy it. We then went through the U. S. Treasury and saw the large stone upon which George Washington stood when he took an oath as President of the United States. Next we went through the Assay Office, next door, and saw them making gold and silver bars, which was very interesting. Guide was especially nice to us, and of course, we saw everything which was to be seen.
We reached home realizing we had seen just lots for one day, at any rate.
Annie's Diary 1906 August 21st
August 21 – Tuesday
Spent early morning in packing our things and left Hartford about 12:26 for New York.
Mrs. Bingham came over to see us just before we left, and took Topsy home with her much to the former’s regret.
We had a very pleasant time coming home with the exception of a little fuss with the brakeman. Our party separated at the Grand Central Hotel, or Depot, Helen and Fred going to Asbury Park, N. J. and we coming to 242 W. 10th.
Spent early morning in packing our things and left Hartford about 12:26 for New York.
Mrs. Bingham came over to see us just before we left, and took Topsy home with her much to the former’s regret.
We had a very pleasant time coming home with the exception of a little fuss with the brakeman. Our party separated at the Grand Central Hotel, or Depot, Helen and Fred going to Asbury Park, N. J. and we coming to 242 W. 10th.
Annie's Diary 1906 August 20th
August 20 – Monday
Soon after breakfast, Cousin Belle and I took “Topsy” with us for a walk to the drug store.
In the afternoon, Helen and I went uptown to do some shopping, as she was going to leave the next morning for Asbury Park, New Jersey.
We spent the early part of the evening in packing trunks, and then the remainder of it we spent quietly in the drawing room.
Soon after breakfast, Cousin Belle and I took “Topsy” with us for a walk to the drug store.
In the afternoon, Helen and I went uptown to do some shopping, as she was going to leave the next morning for Asbury Park, New Jersey.
We spent the early part of the evening in packing trunks, and then the remainder of it we spent quietly in the drawing room.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Annie's Diary 1906 August 19th
August 19 – Sunday
As all of the principal churches in Hartford were closed, we decided to spend our morning in perfect rest and quiet. No sooner had we made up our minds to remain at home, when the Misses Tracy (Louise and Helen) came to see us. They are cousins of Fred’s and very charming girls.
After dinner we took a car to South Manchester, Conn., passed over the Conn River, and saw the new bridge which is now being constructed, and which will cost, when completed, about three million dollars.
Editor Historical Notes and Photographs:
In 1926 one of the Bulkeley Bridge's engineers speculated, probably correctly, that it was the last monumental stone bridge that would ever be built. Within a few years of its conception, concrete and steel had entirely replaced stone in the construction of large bridges. Not only was it the last of its kind, but also in many ways the Bulkeley Bridge was one of the greatest. Five of its spans are longer than any of the other stone arches in the state; 100,000 cubic yards of pink and gray granite were consumed in its construction; the tolerances for the stone-cutting were unbelievably close (less than 3/8" over the whole face of a 10-ton block); and its total cost, some $3 million, made it for many years the most expensive bridge built in Connecticut. Four people perished during construction, and the chief engineer suffered a nervous breakdown from which he never recovered.
The Bulkeley Bridge was built to replace Hartford's 1818 covered bridge, which burned in 1895. Hartford's civic and business leaders were determined that the new bridge would be "an ornament to the city which should endure forever." To create a proper setting, the bridge commission tore down rows of tenements and constructed wide, landscaped approach boulevards on both sides of the river. In designing the bridge, the numerous ancient European bridges were studied the primary architect and engineer decided that uncomplicated geometry and restrained architectural detailing would create the proper sense of "strength, beauty and dignity."
As all of the principal churches in Hartford were closed, we decided to spend our morning in perfect rest and quiet. No sooner had we made up our minds to remain at home, when the Misses Tracy (Louise and Helen) came to see us. They are cousins of Fred’s and very charming girls.
After dinner we took a car to South Manchester, Conn., passed over the Conn River, and saw the new bridge which is now being constructed, and which will cost, when completed, about three million dollars.
Editor Historical Notes and Photographs:
In 1926 one of the Bulkeley Bridge's engineers speculated, probably correctly, that it was the last monumental stone bridge that would ever be built. Within a few years of its conception, concrete and steel had entirely replaced stone in the construction of large bridges. Not only was it the last of its kind, but also in many ways the Bulkeley Bridge was one of the greatest. Five of its spans are longer than any of the other stone arches in the state; 100,000 cubic yards of pink and gray granite were consumed in its construction; the tolerances for the stone-cutting were unbelievably close (less than 3/8" over the whole face of a 10-ton block); and its total cost, some $3 million, made it for many years the most expensive bridge built in Connecticut. Four people perished during construction, and the chief engineer suffered a nervous breakdown from which he never recovered.
The Bulkeley Bridge was built to replace Hartford's 1818 covered bridge, which burned in 1895. Hartford's civic and business leaders were determined that the new bridge would be "an ornament to the city which should endure forever." To create a proper setting, the bridge commission tore down rows of tenements and constructed wide, landscaped approach boulevards on both sides of the river. In designing the bridge, the numerous ancient European bridges were studied the primary architect and engineer decided that uncomplicated geometry and restrained architectural detailing would create the proper sense of "strength, beauty and dignity."
1906 Statistics
The average life expectancy in the U.S. was 47 years.
Only 14% of the homes in the U.S. had a bathtub.
8% of homes had a telephone.
A three-minute call from Denver to New York City cost $11.00.
There were only 8,000 cars in the U.S., and only 144 miles of paved roads.
The maximum speed limit in most cities was 10 mph.
Alabama, Mississippi, Iowa, and Tennessee were each more heavily populated than California. With only 1.4 million people, California was the 21st most populous state in the Union.
The tallest structure in the world was the Eiffel Tower; about the same height as an 81-story building
The average wage in the U.S. was 22 cents per hour.
The average U.S. worker made between $200 and $400 per year.
A competent accountant earned $2,000 per year, a dentist $2,500 per year, a veterinarian between $1,500 and $4,000 per year, and a mechanical engineer about $5,000 per year.
More than 95 percent of all births in the U.S. took place at home.
Sugar cost four cents a pound.
Eggs were $.14 a dozen.
Coffee was $.15 a pound.
Most women only washed their hair once a month, and used borax or egg yolks for shampoo.
Five leading causes of death in the U.S. were: 1. Pneumonia and influenza 2. Tuberculosis 3. Diarrhea 4. Heart disease 5. Stroke
The American flag had 45 stars; Arizona, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Hawaii, and Alaska hadn't been admitted to the Union yet.
The population of Las Vegas, Nevada, was only 30!
Crossword puzzles, canned beer, and ice tea had not been invented yet.
There was no Mother's Day or Father's Day.
Two out of every 10 U.S. adults could not read or write.
Only 6% of all Americans had graduated from high school.
Marijuana, heroin, and morphine were all available over the counter at the local drugstore.
18% of households in the U.S. had at least one full-time servant or domestic help.
There were about 230 reported murders in the entire U.S.
The population of the US was 85,450,000
Source: http://www.hoptechno.com/year1906.htm
Only 14% of the homes in the U.S. had a bathtub.
8% of homes had a telephone.
A three-minute call from Denver to New York City cost $11.00.
There were only 8,000 cars in the U.S., and only 144 miles of paved roads.
The maximum speed limit in most cities was 10 mph.
Alabama, Mississippi, Iowa, and Tennessee were each more heavily populated than California. With only 1.4 million people, California was the 21st most populous state in the Union.
The tallest structure in the world was the Eiffel Tower; about the same height as an 81-story building
The average wage in the U.S. was 22 cents per hour.
The average U.S. worker made between $200 and $400 per year.
A competent accountant earned $2,000 per year, a dentist $2,500 per year, a veterinarian between $1,500 and $4,000 per year, and a mechanical engineer about $5,000 per year.
More than 95 percent of all births in the U.S. took place at home.
Sugar cost four cents a pound.
Eggs were $.14 a dozen.
Coffee was $.15 a pound.
Most women only washed their hair once a month, and used borax or egg yolks for shampoo.
Five leading causes of death in the U.S. were: 1. Pneumonia and influenza 2. Tuberculosis 3. Diarrhea 4. Heart disease 5. Stroke
The American flag had 45 stars; Arizona, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Hawaii, and Alaska hadn't been admitted to the Union yet.
The population of Las Vegas, Nevada, was only 30!
Crossword puzzles, canned beer, and ice tea had not been invented yet.
There was no Mother's Day or Father's Day.
Two out of every 10 U.S. adults could not read or write.
Only 6% of all Americans had graduated from high school.
Marijuana, heroin, and morphine were all available over the counter at the local drugstore.
18% of households in the U.S. had at least one full-time servant or domestic help.
There were about 230 reported murders in the entire U.S.
The population of the US was 85,450,000
Source: http://www.hoptechno.com/year1906.htm
Monday, October 19, 2009
Annie's Diary 1906 August 18th
August 18 – Saturday
The ladies walked over to Mrs. Bronk’s and gathered some vegetables for dinner.
Immediately after lunch, we went driving in a beautiful carriage. We drove through Elizabeth Park, Bushnell Park and Bronk Park, also the business part of the city, covering about fifteen or sixteen miles. We saw a great many elegant homes and beautiful lawns, which far surpassed ours in Atlanta.
After having taken in Hartford generally, and having spent a very delightful afternoon, we went back out to Luna Park to spend Saturday evening. The most interesting thing that we did was to roll balls in a Chinese shop, and get several pretty souvenirs of the place.
On our way back, a car just ahead jumped the track and naturally we were delayed, but finally reached our destination –a very tired-out party.
The ladies walked over to Mrs. Bronk’s and gathered some vegetables for dinner.
Immediately after lunch, we went driving in a beautiful carriage. We drove through Elizabeth Park, Bushnell Park and Bronk Park, also the business part of the city, covering about fifteen or sixteen miles. We saw a great many elegant homes and beautiful lawns, which far surpassed ours in Atlanta.
After having taken in Hartford generally, and having spent a very delightful afternoon, we went back out to Luna Park to spend Saturday evening. The most interesting thing that we did was to roll balls in a Chinese shop, and get several pretty souvenirs of the place.
On our way back, a car just ahead jumped the track and naturally we were delayed, but finally reached our destination –a very tired-out party.
Editor's Note: Pictures at the top are of the Hartford Capital and the Rose Garden in Elizabeth Park.
Annie's Diary 1906 August 17th
August 17 – Friday
After much excitement, we left New York about 12:05 PM for Hartford, Conn. To visit Mr. and Mrs. Frederick V. Bronk. When we reached the depot neither were to be seen and on reaching the house, no one was in sight. We had just missed each other, so nothing left to be done but sit on the front porch and wait. Finally we saw them coming, so ran and hid, but some grew tired of this, so went in where we received a very warm welcome.
Spent part of the afternoon up town and for dinner we went out to Luna Park, which is very much like our Ponce de Leon and sure had a big old time. On our way back, a car just ahead of us broke down and after a long wait we finally started again on our way towards town. We saw the capitol which cost about $3,000,000, all lighted up, and it was certainly perfectly beauitful.
The Atlantians in the party noticed, upon their first view of Hartford, which much regret, the lawns and yards of that city far surpassed those of their native town.
Editor’s Note:
Frederick Bronk is Uncle Willie’s son-in-law. Frederick married William and Elizabeth’s daughter Helen Newsome Pendleton in August of 1904. His full name is Frederick Van Renssalaer Bronk.
This is one of the “mysteries” of our family and I am assuming that they were divorced because I found him in the 1930 Census living by himself.
Below is an article from the Atlanta Constitution 25 August 1920 announcing Helen’s remarriage.
Mrs. Bronk to Wed Mr. McClure at Quiet Home Ceremony Today
The marriage of Mrs. Helen Pendleton Bronk, only daughter of Mrs. William Micajah Pendleton, and Mr. John Elmer McClure, of Washington, D.C., will take place quietly this morning at 11 o'clock at the residence of the bride-elect's mother, Mrs. Pendleton, on East Fifth Street. The ceremony will be performed by Rev. Walter Anthony, pastor of St. Mark's Methodist church, and will be witnessed by only the immediate relatives. Mr. McClure and his bride-to-be will leave immediately for a wedding journey in the east and afterward will reside in Washington, D.C. where he is prominently identified with a wide circle of friends.
After much excitement, we left New York about 12:05 PM for Hartford, Conn. To visit Mr. and Mrs. Frederick V. Bronk. When we reached the depot neither were to be seen and on reaching the house, no one was in sight. We had just missed each other, so nothing left to be done but sit on the front porch and wait. Finally we saw them coming, so ran and hid, but some grew tired of this, so went in where we received a very warm welcome.
Spent part of the afternoon up town and for dinner we went out to Luna Park, which is very much like our Ponce de Leon and sure had a big old time. On our way back, a car just ahead of us broke down and after a long wait we finally started again on our way towards town. We saw the capitol which cost about $3,000,000, all lighted up, and it was certainly perfectly beauitful.
The Atlantians in the party noticed, upon their first view of Hartford, which much regret, the lawns and yards of that city far surpassed those of their native town.
Editor’s Note:
Frederick Bronk is Uncle Willie’s son-in-law. Frederick married William and Elizabeth’s daughter Helen Newsome Pendleton in August of 1904. His full name is Frederick Van Renssalaer Bronk.
This is one of the “mysteries” of our family and I am assuming that they were divorced because I found him in the 1930 Census living by himself.
Below is an article from the Atlanta Constitution 25 August 1920 announcing Helen’s remarriage.
Mrs. Bronk to Wed Mr. McClure at Quiet Home Ceremony Today
The marriage of Mrs. Helen Pendleton Bronk, only daughter of Mrs. William Micajah Pendleton, and Mr. John Elmer McClure, of Washington, D.C., will take place quietly this morning at 11 o'clock at the residence of the bride-elect's mother, Mrs. Pendleton, on East Fifth Street. The ceremony will be performed by Rev. Walter Anthony, pastor of St. Mark's Methodist church, and will be witnessed by only the immediate relatives. Mr. McClure and his bride-to-be will leave immediately for a wedding journey in the east and afterward will reside in Washington, D.C. where he is prominently identified with a wide circle of friends.
Sunday, October 4, 2009
Annie's Diary 1906 August 16th
August 16 – Thursday
We visited Macy’s store, it certainly is the biggest thing I have ever saw. As the saying in New York is – “You can buy anything there from” an elephant to a rat.
At the dinner table the subject of the tenderloin was brought up and naturally we Atlantians asked what part of this great city was called by that name. Cousin Nelson spoke up and said “Annie, I will take you to the tenderloin, after dinner, after dinner. And I certainly saw it, and realized then that it comprised the blocks between (blank) and (blank) streets, which are always crowded with people. In front of the Imperial Hotel we met Mr. Parker, of the firm “Parker & Firm” and Mr. Keep, and had a very nice conversation with them. As both of these gentlemen are Southerners, our conversation naturally inclined to the South and the discussion of it’s greatest and finest city “Atlanta”.
After leaving the Imperial Hotel, we went to the “Waldorf Astoria” and it was then that I fully realized the immense wealth of this city. It is simply magnificent throughout.
We visited Macy’s store, it certainly is the biggest thing I have ever saw. As the saying in New York is – “You can buy anything there from” an elephant to a rat.
At the dinner table the subject of the tenderloin was brought up and naturally we Atlantians asked what part of this great city was called by that name. Cousin Nelson spoke up and said “Annie, I will take you to the tenderloin, after dinner, after dinner. And I certainly saw it, and realized then that it comprised the blocks between (blank) and (blank) streets, which are always crowded with people. In front of the Imperial Hotel we met Mr. Parker, of the firm “Parker & Firm” and Mr. Keep, and had a very nice conversation with them. As both of these gentlemen are Southerners, our conversation naturally inclined to the South and the discussion of it’s greatest and finest city “Atlanta”.
After leaving the Imperial Hotel, we went to the “Waldorf Astoria” and it was then that I fully realized the immense wealth of this city. It is simply magnificent throughout.
Editor's Notes:
Pictures above are of the Waldorf-Astoria and of Macy's.
The Tenderloin was a once-seedy neighborhood in the heart of the New York City borough of Manhattan; the term was coined in the late 1870s. This district was in Midtown Manhattan from 23rd Street to 42nd Street and Fifth Avenue to Seventh Avenue, much of which is known now as Chelsea and the Garment District. The northwest corner of the Tenderloin was Longacre Square, now called Times Square. The Tenderloin was also a red-light district. The vice-ridden area was notorious for its graft and prostitution. A vice officer liberally helped himself to illegal cash and boasted that his new assignment allowed him to switch from eating cheap, tough chuck steak to expensive tenderloin cuts. Soon, among police, “tenderloin” meant any vice-filled neighborhood where easy cash could be picked up; and, probably because "loin" has sexual connotations, the word "tenderloin district" quickly came to mean an area filled with prostitutes. Gambling, prostitution, saloons, and dance halls stayed open all night.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Annie's Diary 1906 August 15th
August 15 – Wednesday The three ladies took a touring car, about 10:15 A.M. in order to see New York. We saw Central Park, some of the business streets and a great many beautiful homes among which were those of the former Russell Sage, the Astor’s, Carnegie’s, Vanderbilt’s, Rockefeller’s and Gould’s. We also had pointed out to us the houses of the great actors Richard Mansfield and Julia Marlowe.
Wednesday evening we took a very long car ride out to “Fort George” which is a twin sister of “our Ponce de Leon”. Spent a very pleasant evening.
Wednesday evening we took a very long car ride out to “Fort George” which is a twin sister of “our Ponce de Leon”. Spent a very pleasant evening.
Pictures above, from top to bottom:
- The Mall in Central Park, NY
- Fort George, New York City
- Residence of John D. Rockefeller
- Residence of Andrew Carnegie
Monday, September 28, 2009
Annie's Diary 1906 August 14th
August 14 – Thursday
We spent the morning and most of the afternoon in visiting the big stores of New York - O’Neil, Adams, Siegel and Cooper, etc. Our first trip on an escalator was made in Siegel and Cooper’s store. After riding on it from the ground floor to the top, we were ready to try something else.
After dinner Cousin Nelson and I took a long stroll out Riverside Drive and then walked around by Grant’s tomb and Columbia College.
We spent the morning and most of the afternoon in visiting the big stores of New York - O’Neil, Adams, Siegel and Cooper, etc. Our first trip on an escalator was made in Siegel and Cooper’s store. After riding on it from the ground floor to the top, we were ready to try something else.
After dinner Cousin Nelson and I took a long stroll out Riverside Drive and then walked around by Grant’s tomb and Columbia College.
Historical Notes:
Siegel-Cooper & Company Dry Goods Store: A late addition to Ladies' Mile, this eclectic Beaux Arts store was built by a European trained firm for the entrepreneurs Henry Siegel and Frank Cooper. Siegel came from Chicago, where his attitudes towards marketing and retail had been shaped by his encounter with the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition which inspired him to use monumental architectural expression to attract customers to his store. Composed of a steel frame clad in many rich materials (marble, yellow brick, terra-cotta, bronze and copper) the block-long six-story building had architectural details that recalled the grandeur of ancient Rome. Viewers riding in the El would be privy to a highly ornamented row of second floor shop windows, which surmount the broad shop windows of the ground floor and its monumental triple-arched entrance.
The store was prepared for 190,000 visitors a day, and employed 8,000 clerks and 1,000 drivers and packers. In addition to the usual vast array of merchandise of department stores then and now, Siegel Cooper had a telegraph office, a long-distance telephone office, a foreign-money exchange, stock-trading services, a dentist, and an advertising agency. This grand department store was the first on Ladies' Mile to boast free samples and demonstrations, air conditioning and an extensive range of merchandise under one roof. In the center of the lobby was a circular fountain where jets of water cascaded over concealed multicolored lights into a marble and brass statue of The Republic, a copy of one Daniel Chester French had designed for the Chicago Fair. "Meet me at the fountain" soon became the saying all over New York. Advertising played a major role in attracting customers, who were drawn from as far away as Connecticut and New Jersey by the promise of such things as colored ostrich plumes at 19 cents.
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Annie's Diary 1906 August 13th
August 13 – Monday
After waiting and waiting for my trunks, which I didn’t get until Monday morning, I wrote several letters home telling them of the trials and tribulations we endured from Atlanta to New York City.
We spent the afternoon in taking in “Wanamaker’s” and other large stores. Some of them filling up entire blocks.
Monday night Cousin Nelson and I went to the New York roof-garden theatre. It was perfectly beautiful and the show was very good.
Historical Notes:
Picture above is of Wanamaker’s that opened in New York City in 1896 on Fourth Avenue and East 9th Street. In 1862, department store magnate Alexander T. Stewart opened this huge cast-iron emporium, which filled an entire block from Broadway to Fourth Avenue and from East 9th to 10th Streets. The store was painted white inside and out with a dramatic central rotunda topped by a skylit dome, and became the anchor for "Ladies Mile." Twenty years after Stewart's death, the Philadelphia-based John Wanamaker Company bought the store, and in 1902 built an equally large annex across 9th Street. The store was 8 floors on 2.5 acres, with up to 2000 employees and 19 departments which included "silks" and "dress goods" and carpets and toys and sports. A great glass dome skylight covered the central rotunda of the grand emporium.
The New York Roof Garden Theatre was probably located at 1514-16 Broadway at 44th Street. In 1895, Oscar Hammerstein opened an entertainment complex for which one fifty-cent ticket admitted you to two main auditoriums (Lyric, Music Hall), two small theatres (Concert Hall, Roof Garden), an Oriental cafe, bowling, and billiards. On June 29, 1898, the debt-laden Olympia was auctioned. The Roof Garden emerged as its own theatre. In 1907, Florenz Ziegfeld became manager, presenting the first five editions of his famous Follies format. It was razed in 1935.
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Annie's Diary 1906 August 12th
August 12 – Sunday
After a very late breakfast, which we heartily enjoyed, a cousin of mine, Mr. Nelson Pendleton and I walked out Riverside Drive, where we finally sat down and watched the boats of all sizes and descriptions cruising up the Hudson River
In the afternoon all of us took the elevated railway to the 23rd St. Ferry where we took a boat for Coney Island. The ocean was beautiful and the trip was very enjoyable. I shall never forget my first trip to “Coney” and how I enjoyed it. We came back to N. Y. by rail, as the boats were all so full. We were in a big mob, and nearly got squeezed to death. Big policeman tried to take Uncle Willie, who was doing nothing, instead of taking those who were raising the fuss. We crossed Brooklyn Bridge at midnight and the subway, my first trip on it, for 103rd St. Our first trip to “Coney” and return is never to be forgotten.
Historical/Editor’s Note: Nelson Pendleton is probably Philip Nelson Pendleton (born 1871) son of Philip Thomas Pendleton (born 1847), brother of Susan Francina Pendleton (born 1851) who was Annie’s mother. Uncle Willie is probably William Micajah Pendleton (born 1849) another brother of Susan Francina Pendleton’s.
After a very late breakfast, which we heartily enjoyed, a cousin of mine, Mr. Nelson Pendleton and I walked out Riverside Drive, where we finally sat down and watched the boats of all sizes and descriptions cruising up the Hudson River
In the afternoon all of us took the elevated railway to the 23rd St. Ferry where we took a boat for Coney Island. The ocean was beautiful and the trip was very enjoyable. I shall never forget my first trip to “Coney” and how I enjoyed it. We came back to N. Y. by rail, as the boats were all so full. We were in a big mob, and nearly got squeezed to death. Big policeman tried to take Uncle Willie, who was doing nothing, instead of taking those who were raising the fuss. We crossed Brooklyn Bridge at midnight and the subway, my first trip on it, for 103rd St. Our first trip to “Coney” and return is never to be forgotten.
Historical/Editor’s Note: Nelson Pendleton is probably Philip Nelson Pendleton (born 1871) son of Philip Thomas Pendleton (born 1847), brother of Susan Francina Pendleton (born 1851) who was Annie’s mother. Uncle Willie is probably William Micajah Pendleton (born 1849) another brother of Susan Francina Pendleton’s.
Picture above is Riverside Park Morning, a painting by Ella Yang, may be representative of Annie’s walk and view of the Hudson.
Monday, August 24, 2009
Annie's Diary 1906 August 11th
August 11 – Saturday
Met nice young lady from Atlanta who was also going to N.Y. We three spent several very pleasant hours together. Rode many miles in a dead-head express car. A second break-down, and Mr. Henry Pressey, “our peach-man” as we nicknamed him, of Washington D.C. who had been with us sometime that morning helped us jump from express car and carried us for a stroll while we were waiting. Cousin Belle nearly had hysterics, thought we were going to be left.
We finally reached Washington, D. C. at about seven o’clock instead of eleven ten. Only about eight hours left. Remained in W. (Washington, D.C.) for about an hour, then after sending some post-cards home, boarded the train for N. Y.
Caught only a glimpse of Baltimore and Philadelphia as the train made splendid connections. Reached Jersey City about ten minutes to one. We almost ran ourselves to death trying to keep up with porter, who was doing his best to get us on the ferry boat before it left for N. Y.
Although nearly tired to death, we certainly enjoyed our trip on the ferry boat. Reached N. Y. about one thirty. Took a cab, and having had taken Miss McCauley, our friend from Atlanta, to “The Woodstock” we then proceeded to drive out Broadway to “242 West 104th St” where, after many attempts to arouse (any) my uncle, we were gladly received –
We closed our eyes about three o’clock, having begun to realize that we were really in the greatest cosmopolitan city in the world.
Historical/Editor’s Note: “242 West 104th St” is upper West Side right off Broadway. Built in 1891. This prewar building is situated just 2 short blocks from Riverside Park. In 2009 it is a 6 floor, 24 unit Co-Op. In 2008 there was a 2 bedroom unit that was for sale for $624,000.
Met nice young lady from Atlanta who was also going to N.Y. We three spent several very pleasant hours together. Rode many miles in a dead-head express car. A second break-down, and Mr. Henry Pressey, “our peach-man” as we nicknamed him, of Washington D.C. who had been with us sometime that morning helped us jump from express car and carried us for a stroll while we were waiting. Cousin Belle nearly had hysterics, thought we were going to be left.
We finally reached Washington, D. C. at about seven o’clock instead of eleven ten. Only about eight hours left. Remained in W. (Washington, D.C.) for about an hour, then after sending some post-cards home, boarded the train for N. Y.
Caught only a glimpse of Baltimore and Philadelphia as the train made splendid connections. Reached Jersey City about ten minutes to one. We almost ran ourselves to death trying to keep up with porter, who was doing his best to get us on the ferry boat before it left for N. Y.
Although nearly tired to death, we certainly enjoyed our trip on the ferry boat. Reached N. Y. about one thirty. Took a cab, and having had taken Miss McCauley, our friend from Atlanta, to “The Woodstock” we then proceeded to drive out Broadway to “242 West 104th St” where, after many attempts to arouse (any) my uncle, we were gladly received –
We closed our eyes about three o’clock, having begun to realize that we were really in the greatest cosmopolitan city in the world.
Historical/Editor’s Note: “242 West 104th St” is upper West Side right off Broadway. Built in 1891. This prewar building is situated just 2 short blocks from Riverside Park. In 2009 it is a 6 floor, 24 unit Co-Op. In 2008 there was a 2 bedroom unit that was for sale for $624,000.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
The Beginning: Annie's Diary 1906 August 10
Title page reads:
Diary kept by Annie Pendleton Muse during her stay in New York City August 10, 1906.
Outline of trip from Atlanta, Ga to New York City, N.Y.
Left on Friday August 10 - Left Atlanta on Southern at one P.M. Many friends down to Terminal Station to see us off. Reached Central, S.C. about seven P.M. where train stopped for dinner. During supper, eaten on the train, porter brought us two saucers of beautiful peaches, where we afterwards learned were sent us by a gentleman seated just oposite. Did not find out his name. Spent awful night - slept about three hours. Terrible wreck just ahead - three sleepers rolled down an embankment, but, miraculously no one was killed. A train filled with soldiers stopped right next ours, and their fussing and quarreling added much to the excitement of the night. About half of the soldiers were drinking.
Historical/Editor's Note: “Southern” is the former Southern Railway, an early United States railroad. Forever remembered by its famous slogan, “The Southern Serves the South – Look Ahead, Look South”, it was created in 1894 from a number of smaller railroads, which merged over the years. Southern’s famous green paint scheme was fitting as it became the most respected and arguably the best managed railroad of its day. Annie was probably on the Peach Queen which ran between Atlanta and Washington, DC. It is unknown what line she switched to when she changed trains in Washington, DC.
Diary kept by Annie Pendleton Muse during her stay in New York City August 10, 1906.
Outline of trip from Atlanta, Ga to New York City, N.Y.
Left on Friday August 10 - Left Atlanta on Southern at one P.M. Many friends down to Terminal Station to see us off. Reached Central, S.C. about seven P.M. where train stopped for dinner. During supper, eaten on the train, porter brought us two saucers of beautiful peaches, where we afterwards learned were sent us by a gentleman seated just oposite. Did not find out his name. Spent awful night - slept about three hours. Terrible wreck just ahead - three sleepers rolled down an embankment, but, miraculously no one was killed. A train filled with soldiers stopped right next ours, and their fussing and quarreling added much to the excitement of the night. About half of the soldiers were drinking.
Historical/Editor's Note: “Southern” is the former Southern Railway, an early United States railroad. Forever remembered by its famous slogan, “The Southern Serves the South – Look Ahead, Look South”, it was created in 1894 from a number of smaller railroads, which merged over the years. Southern’s famous green paint scheme was fitting as it became the most respected and arguably the best managed railroad of its day. Annie was probably on the Peach Queen which ran between Atlanta and Washington, DC. It is unknown what line she switched to when she changed trains in Washington, DC.
Annie's Diary 1906
1906 was a year of natural disasters around the world; in January an earthquake struck Ecuador, followed by the Great San Francisco Earthquake and an eruption of Mount Vesuvius in April then a typhoon and tsunami in Hong Kong.
In Atlanta, Georgia, tragedy was brought on by racial tensions. In September the tension erupted into violence and before the Atlanta Race Riots were over, there were 27 deaths.
Theodore Roosevelt was president of the United States. Significant legislation in 190 included the Antiquities Act which provided for the preservation and protection of archaeological and historic sites, creation of the food and Drug Administration which ended the patent medicine industry, since few of the concoctions sold as medicines would be approved by the FDA and the Meat Inspection Act which cleaned up the meat packing industry.
Technological advances include the first Victor Victrola phonographic record player and the first voice radio broadcast.
As the world was rapidly changing, 20 year old Annie went to New York City, New York in August of 1906. What follows is a transcription of her diary.
In Atlanta, Georgia, tragedy was brought on by racial tensions. In September the tension erupted into violence and before the Atlanta Race Riots were over, there were 27 deaths.
Theodore Roosevelt was president of the United States. Significant legislation in 190 included the Antiquities Act which provided for the preservation and protection of archaeological and historic sites, creation of the food and Drug Administration which ended the patent medicine industry, since few of the concoctions sold as medicines would be approved by the FDA and the Meat Inspection Act which cleaned up the meat packing industry.
Technological advances include the first Victor Victrola phonographic record player and the first voice radio broadcast.
As the world was rapidly changing, 20 year old Annie went to New York City, New York in August of 1906. What follows is a transcription of her diary.
Thursday, May 7, 2009
August 11, 1921
The Atlanta Constitution August 11, 1921
Loss of Merchandise Reported to Police
Jack Hayes, 142 1/2 Peachtree Street, reported the loss of two suits of clothes from his shop sometime Monday. It is believed that a sneak thief was responsible.
Loss of Merchandise Reported to Police
Jack Hayes, 142 1/2 Peachtree Street, reported the loss of two suits of clothes from his shop sometime Monday. It is believed that a sneak thief was responsible.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
July 30, 1921
The Atlanta Constitution July 30-31, 1921
For Sale: At sacrifice price, the most profitable tailoring business in Atlanta, established 1907. My farming interest demands my entire time. Act quick. Jack Hayes 142 1/2 Peachtree Street.
For Sale: At sacrifice price, the most profitable tailoring business in Atlanta, established 1907. My farming interest demands my entire time. Act quick. Jack Hayes 142 1/2 Peachtree Street.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
January 23, 1919
The Covington News, January 23, 1919
MR. E. N. DABNEY DIES AT HOME IN OXFORD.
Oxford, Ga. Jan. 21.- Mr. E. N. Dabney, sixty-eight years old, one of the substantial and highly regarded citizens of Oxford, died at his home Sunday after a long illness. The funeral was conducted Monday afternoon in Allen Memorial Church by Rev. H. B. Mays. The burial was in the Oxford Cemetery. The remaining family consists of Mrs. Dabney; four daughters, Mrs. Frank Bishop of Decatur, Mrs. J. O. Whiteside of Statesboro, Mrs. Nailor Surrett of Gordon,
Miss Ruth Dabney of Oxford, and one son, E. Dabney of Atlanta. The deceased had one brother, Berry Dabney of Conyers. The pallbearers were four nephews of the deceased, all from Atlanta. They were Bob and Jack Hayes, John Sam, Will and Frank Dabney.
MR. E. N. DABNEY DIES AT HOME IN OXFORD.
Oxford, Ga. Jan. 21.- Mr. E. N. Dabney, sixty-eight years old, one of the substantial and highly regarded citizens of Oxford, died at his home Sunday after a long illness. The funeral was conducted Monday afternoon in Allen Memorial Church by Rev. H. B. Mays. The burial was in the Oxford Cemetery. The remaining family consists of Mrs. Dabney; four daughters, Mrs. Frank Bishop of Decatur, Mrs. J. O. Whiteside of Statesboro, Mrs. Nailor Surrett of Gordon,
Miss Ruth Dabney of Oxford, and one son, E. Dabney of Atlanta. The deceased had one brother, Berry Dabney of Conyers. The pallbearers were four nephews of the deceased, all from Atlanta. They were Bob and Jack Hayes, John Sam, Will and Frank Dabney.
Monday, May 4, 2009
Jack's Corner Articles August 1919
The Constitution, Atlanta, Georgia 7 August 1919
The Men Who Are Making "Jack's Corner"
Morgan M. Smith: (First two paragraphs are omitted from this excerpt; they tell about Mr.
Smith) ...mighty high in his ideals of dealing with his fellow man.
For ten years he has made his home in Atlanta - and all this time he has been closely identified with the clothing trade of this section. For the past two years he has been one of the upbuilding units in my clothing business, and since "Jack's Corner" was established he has been a strong
factor in bringing popularity to this place.
Remainder of the article is unable to be read. Ends with:
Jack Hayes, "Jack's Corner", Corner Peachtree and Auburn Avenue
The Constitution, Atlanta, Georgia 8 August 1919
The Men Who Are Making "Jack's Corner"
Bill Apel: (First two paragraphs extol the tailoring expertise of Mr. Apel)
"Jack's Corner" wouldn't seem right without him for he has been established for a long, long time, and he has made and his holding, by his thorough tailoring work, and by his warm personality, a large list of patrons at this convenient corner.
If you want to meet a REAL CUTTER and FITTER - if you want an opportunity to select tailoring patterns where appearance and quality are perfectly combined, and where you can rely upon the help of a man who KNOWS materials, drop in at "Jack's Corner" and ask for Bill Apel. Jack Hayes, "Jack's Corner", Peachtree Street and Auburn Avenue
The Constitution, Atlanta, Georgia 9 August 1919
The Men Who Are Making "Jack's Corner"
L. M. Parnell: (First two paragraphs talk about Mr. Parnell) ...Now he's back and ready for business again, and "Jack's Corner" holds an inviting place for him.
Mr. Parnell recently became associated with me at my convenient corner and already has shown the stamp of a young man that he is. Trained in the clothing business, with an affable and pleasing manner, ready and courteous in all that he does, he is helping to attract at larger trade day by day at "Jack's Corner." It is refreshing to meet a youngster like this Parnell fellow and if you drop in and let him show you some of the excellent tailoring materials I have ready for you, or to look over my stock of ready-to-wear suits, you will be agreeably surprised - both as to the patience and painstaking manner of young Parnell and the superior quality of goods you will find.
Jack Hayes, "Jack's Corner", Peachtree Street and Auburn Avenue
The Men Who Are Making "Jack's Corner"
Morgan M. Smith: (First two paragraphs are omitted from this excerpt; they tell about Mr.
Smith) ...mighty high in his ideals of dealing with his fellow man.
For ten years he has made his home in Atlanta - and all this time he has been closely identified with the clothing trade of this section. For the past two years he has been one of the upbuilding units in my clothing business, and since "Jack's Corner" was established he has been a strong
factor in bringing popularity to this place.
Remainder of the article is unable to be read. Ends with:
Jack Hayes, "Jack's Corner", Corner Peachtree and Auburn Avenue
The Constitution, Atlanta, Georgia 8 August 1919
The Men Who Are Making "Jack's Corner"
Bill Apel: (First two paragraphs extol the tailoring expertise of Mr. Apel)
"Jack's Corner" wouldn't seem right without him for he has been established for a long, long time, and he has made and his holding, by his thorough tailoring work, and by his warm personality, a large list of patrons at this convenient corner.
If you want to meet a REAL CUTTER and FITTER - if you want an opportunity to select tailoring patterns where appearance and quality are perfectly combined, and where you can rely upon the help of a man who KNOWS materials, drop in at "Jack's Corner" and ask for Bill Apel. Jack Hayes, "Jack's Corner", Peachtree Street and Auburn Avenue
The Constitution, Atlanta, Georgia 9 August 1919
The Men Who Are Making "Jack's Corner"
L. M. Parnell: (First two paragraphs talk about Mr. Parnell) ...Now he's back and ready for business again, and "Jack's Corner" holds an inviting place for him.
Mr. Parnell recently became associated with me at my convenient corner and already has shown the stamp of a young man that he is. Trained in the clothing business, with an affable and pleasing manner, ready and courteous in all that he does, he is helping to attract at larger trade day by day at "Jack's Corner." It is refreshing to meet a youngster like this Parnell fellow and if you drop in and let him show you some of the excellent tailoring materials I have ready for you, or to look over my stock of ready-to-wear suits, you will be agreeably surprised - both as to the patience and painstaking manner of young Parnell and the superior quality of goods you will find.
Jack Hayes, "Jack's Corner", Peachtree Street and Auburn Avenue
Saturday, May 2, 2009
April 19, 1916
Atlanta Constitution 19 April 1916
Young People Hold Big Rally at Wesley
Every Protestant Church of the City is Represented at Tri-Union Meeting
Wesley Memorial Methodist Church was crowded to capacity and all of the Protestant churches of the city were represented at the tri-union rally of the students of Georgia Tech, Agnes Scott college and the church societies of Atlanta, Decatur, Hapeville and College Park last night.
The rally has been an annual event heretofore, but at last night's meeting by unanimous vote those participating expressed their intention hereafter to bring it about twice a year.
The principal address of the evening was that of Rev. Dr. J. F. Lyons, pastor of the First Presbyterian church on "Will Christian America Be Ready to Do Her Duty When the War is Ended". Dr. H. A. Porter, pastor of the Second Baptist church, also delivered an instructive and distinctly entertaining address on "Training the Recruits".
Reports were submitted by C B. Hamilton, president of the BYPU; Jack Hayes, president of the Epworth League and John Crenshaw at the head of the Christian Endeavors.
An orchestra of more than forty pieces representing the membership of the three societies concerned provided a program of excellent music.
Young People Hold Big Rally at Wesley
Every Protestant Church of the City is Represented at Tri-Union Meeting
Wesley Memorial Methodist Church was crowded to capacity and all of the Protestant churches of the city were represented at the tri-union rally of the students of Georgia Tech, Agnes Scott college and the church societies of Atlanta, Decatur, Hapeville and College Park last night.
The rally has been an annual event heretofore, but at last night's meeting by unanimous vote those participating expressed their intention hereafter to bring it about twice a year.
The principal address of the evening was that of Rev. Dr. J. F. Lyons, pastor of the First Presbyterian church on "Will Christian America Be Ready to Do Her Duty When the War is Ended". Dr. H. A. Porter, pastor of the Second Baptist church, also delivered an instructive and distinctly entertaining address on "Training the Recruits".
Reports were submitted by C B. Hamilton, president of the BYPU; Jack Hayes, president of the Epworth League and John Crenshaw at the head of the Christian Endeavors.
An orchestra of more than forty pieces representing the membership of the three societies concerned provided a program of excellent music.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
January 17, 1916
Atlanta Constitution 17 January, 1916
Epworth League is Making Plans for Banner Year
Plans for arousing greater interest in the work of the organization and broadening its scope were discussed at considerable length yesterday afternoon at a conference of Epworth League officials of this city.
The leagues of practically all of the Methodist Churches of the Atlanta district were represented at the gathering, the attendance being in excess of 100 in spite of the inclement weather.
President Jack Hayes presided and told of the plans for doing a greater work during the coming year than at any previous time in the history of the movement. A number of other short talks were heard and great interest was manifested in the plans for the work of the coming year.
Many pledges of support were received in the determination to make 1916 a banner year in the history of the league movement.
Note: A youth order of the Methodist Episcopal Church (Now the United Methodist Church) founded in 1889 in Cleveland, Ohio. For over half a century the Epworth League, the Methodist youth organization, was especially strong. The group was authorized in 1890 by the General Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, and local churches soon began organizing their youth in Epworth leagues. The purpose of the leagues was to develop young church members in their religious life and to provide training in churchmanship. It was parallel to the Sunday school and typically met on Sunday nights. The name Epworth came from the boyhood home in England of John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist movement.
Epworth League is Making Plans for Banner Year
Plans for arousing greater interest in the work of the organization and broadening its scope were discussed at considerable length yesterday afternoon at a conference of Epworth League officials of this city.
The leagues of practically all of the Methodist Churches of the Atlanta district were represented at the gathering, the attendance being in excess of 100 in spite of the inclement weather.
President Jack Hayes presided and told of the plans for doing a greater work during the coming year than at any previous time in the history of the movement. A number of other short talks were heard and great interest was manifested in the plans for the work of the coming year.
Many pledges of support were received in the determination to make 1916 a banner year in the history of the league movement.
Note: A youth order of the Methodist Episcopal Church (Now the United Methodist Church) founded in 1889 in Cleveland, Ohio. For over half a century the Epworth League, the Methodist youth organization, was especially strong. The group was authorized in 1890 by the General Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South, and local churches soon began organizing their youth in Epworth leagues. The purpose of the leagues was to develop young church members in their religious life and to provide training in churchmanship. It was parallel to the Sunday school and typically met on Sunday nights. The name Epworth came from the boyhood home in England of John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist movement.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
January 27, 1915
Jack began his retail career by selling work clothes to country stores for about 15 years. Some time during the 1910's he became a customer tailor and opened Jack's Corner, a men's clothing store. In the 20's it is believed that he went into business with his brother Bob (Robert Steele Hayes) for about 20 years on Peachtree Street as "Hayes Brothers Tailors". Jack sold the Hart, Schaffner & Marx clothing line and opened up another location at Camp Gordon where he sold uniforms to the soldiers. From the following article, we can note that he was already a prominent businessman in the Atlanta retail community in 1915.
The Atlanta Constitution 27 January 1915
Pres. Paxon Names New Committees of Merchants' Asso.
Following the annual meeting of the Atlanta Retail Merchants' association last Wednesday evening, at which time Colonel F. J. Paxon, of Davison-Paxon-Stoks, was elected president, President Paxon has made his appointments of the standing committees of the association for the year 1915:
(names omitted from the list unless they are historical or family interest)
Executive Committee: Louis Regenstein, Jack Hayes, H. G. Hastings, Ivan E. Allen, Walter Rich
Membership Committee: H. A. Maier, H. G. Hastings
Legislative Committee: Ivan E. Allen, Chairman, J. P. Allen
Auditing Committee: Jack Hayes, Chairman.
General Committee on Rents: J. P. Allen, Jack Hayes
Entertainment Committee: Walter Rich, Chairman, Jack Hayes,
The Atlanta Constitution 27 January 1915
Pres. Paxon Names New Committees of Merchants' Asso.
Following the annual meeting of the Atlanta Retail Merchants' association last Wednesday evening, at which time Colonel F. J. Paxon, of Davison-Paxon-Stoks, was elected president, President Paxon has made his appointments of the standing committees of the association for the year 1915:
(names omitted from the list unless they are historical or family interest)
Executive Committee: Louis Regenstein, Jack Hayes, H. G. Hastings, Ivan E. Allen, Walter Rich
Membership Committee: H. A. Maier, H. G. Hastings
Legislative Committee: Ivan E. Allen, Chairman, J. P. Allen
Auditing Committee: Jack Hayes, Chairman.
General Committee on Rents: J. P. Allen, Jack Hayes
Entertainment Committee: Walter Rich, Chairman, Jack Hayes,
Monday, April 6, 2009
May 25, 1914
Atlanta Constitution May 25, 1914
Friends of Mr. and Mrs. William M. Pendleton, Mr. Talmadge Pendleton, Mr. Charles M. Pendleton, Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Pendleton of Trinity, Colo, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick V. Bronk of Hartford, Conn; Mrs. A. P. Talmadge, Mrs. S. P. Muse, Dr. J. C. Pendleton and Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Lively are invited to attend the funeral of Mr. William. M. Pendleton this (Monday) afternoon at 3 o'clock, from the residence, 29 East Third Street. Internment at Oakland. Rev. Wallace Rogers will officiate. The following gentlemen will act as pallbearers and meet at the residence: Mr. E. H. Thornton, Mr. George Lowndes, Mr. Thomas J. Day, Mr. Lewis W. Thomas, Dr. R. . Eubanks, Mr. Jack Hayes. An honorary escort from Cherokee Tribe, No. 1, I.O.R.M. will attend
the funeral. Carriages will leave chapel of P. J. Bloomfield at 2:30 pm.
Friends of Mr. and Mrs. William M. Pendleton, Mr. Talmadge Pendleton, Mr. Charles M. Pendleton, Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Pendleton of Trinity, Colo, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick V. Bronk of Hartford, Conn; Mrs. A. P. Talmadge, Mrs. S. P. Muse, Dr. J. C. Pendleton and Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Lively are invited to attend the funeral of Mr. William. M. Pendleton this (Monday) afternoon at 3 o'clock, from the residence, 29 East Third Street. Internment at Oakland. Rev. Wallace Rogers will officiate. The following gentlemen will act as pallbearers and meet at the residence: Mr. E. H. Thornton, Mr. George Lowndes, Mr. Thomas J. Day, Mr. Lewis W. Thomas, Dr. R. . Eubanks, Mr. Jack Hayes. An honorary escort from Cherokee Tribe, No. 1, I.O.R.M. will attend
the funeral. Carriages will leave chapel of P. J. Bloomfield at 2:30 pm.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
June 10, 1909
The Atlanta Constitution June 10, 1909
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hayes left yesterday to visit his parents in Crawfordville. On the 15th they will go to White Plains to attend the marriage of Mr. Robert S. Hayes and Miss Laurie Tappan, returning then to Atlanta.
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hayes left yesterday to visit his parents in Crawfordville. On the 15th they will go to White Plains to attend the marriage of Mr. Robert S. Hayes and Miss Laurie Tappan, returning then to Atlanta.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
1909 May Day Festival
The turn of the century decade began one of transition and progress and is considered the first decade of materialism and consumerism. The Industrial age was in full swing, mass production made prices fall to all time lows. Sears Roebuck and Montgomery Ward catalogs were read more than any book other than the Bible.
Leisure time activities during the first decade of the twentieth century were spent at family get-togethers, baseball games, picnics, playing ping pong, long Sunday drives in the horse and carriage (or the new family car). In the evenings families gathered around the piano for a sing-along. The family was at the center of everything.
The following excerpts from an article in the Atlanta Constitution, dated 29 April 1909, gives an insight into the social life during this time. Notes that Mrs. Jack Hayes (our Annie), was one of the organizers of this Festival.
May Day Festival at Snap Bean Farm
West End Ladies to Hold Festival Saturday to Benefit Memorial Fund
One of the largest and most brilliant May day festivals ever attempted in Atlanta has been planned for Saturday afternoon, May 1, at the Sign of the Wren's Nest. The undertaking is that of the ladies of West End for the Uncle Remus Memorial Fund, a movement which is especially dear to their hearts, and the program they intend to carry out will be in keeping both with the spirit of May Day and the spirit of the Snap Bean Farm.
The festival will take place on the wide meadow at the farm, and nearly two hundred children will take part in the exercises attendant upon the crowning of the May queen at the Maypole dance.
An orchestra which will be in attendance throughout the entertainment will play bright dance music and three groups of children, including the knights and ladies, each around a pole of bright-colored ribbons will dance the Maypole dance.
Afterwards, the participants and the spectators will scatter over the meadow for a general good time and refreshments will be served from picturesque booths, each of which will represent some famous story by Uncle Remus.
Uncle Remus Stories
At a rustic booth, all in green, "Miss Meadows and the Gals" will have ice cream and cake for sale. Miss Ruth Rossner is manager of a grab bag feature and the committee of arrangements includes: Mrs. Brevard Montgomery, chairman assisted by Mrs. J. W. MacEachern, Mrs. B.
F. Collier, Mrs. W. M. Jenkins, Mrs. Muse, Mrs. Jack Hayes, Miss Fannie Simpson.
The program will begin promptly at 4 o'clock and admission to the grounds will be 10 cents for everybody.
West End has entered with universal enthusiasm into the preparation of the festival and a general patronage is urged for what will be an ideally beautiful occasion.
Visitors in the city and admirers of the work of Uncle Remus are especially invited to the Snap Bean Farm, under typical circumstances, when it is overrun with children.
Leisure time activities during the first decade of the twentieth century were spent at family get-togethers, baseball games, picnics, playing ping pong, long Sunday drives in the horse and carriage (or the new family car). In the evenings families gathered around the piano for a sing-along. The family was at the center of everything.
The following excerpts from an article in the Atlanta Constitution, dated 29 April 1909, gives an insight into the social life during this time. Notes that Mrs. Jack Hayes (our Annie), was one of the organizers of this Festival.
May Day Festival at Snap Bean Farm
West End Ladies to Hold Festival Saturday to Benefit Memorial Fund
One of the largest and most brilliant May day festivals ever attempted in Atlanta has been planned for Saturday afternoon, May 1, at the Sign of the Wren's Nest. The undertaking is that of the ladies of West End for the Uncle Remus Memorial Fund, a movement which is especially dear to their hearts, and the program they intend to carry out will be in keeping both with the spirit of May Day and the spirit of the Snap Bean Farm.
The festival will take place on the wide meadow at the farm, and nearly two hundred children will take part in the exercises attendant upon the crowning of the May queen at the Maypole dance.
An orchestra which will be in attendance throughout the entertainment will play bright dance music and three groups of children, including the knights and ladies, each around a pole of bright-colored ribbons will dance the Maypole dance.
Afterwards, the participants and the spectators will scatter over the meadow for a general good time and refreshments will be served from picturesque booths, each of which will represent some famous story by Uncle Remus.
Uncle Remus Stories
At a rustic booth, all in green, "Miss Meadows and the Gals" will have ice cream and cake for sale. Miss Ruth Rossner is manager of a grab bag feature and the committee of arrangements includes: Mrs. Brevard Montgomery, chairman assisted by Mrs. J. W. MacEachern, Mrs. B.
F. Collier, Mrs. W. M. Jenkins, Mrs. Muse, Mrs. Jack Hayes, Miss Fannie Simpson.
The program will begin promptly at 4 o'clock and admission to the grounds will be 10 cents for everybody.
West End has entered with universal enthusiasm into the preparation of the festival and a general patronage is urged for what will be an ideally beautiful occasion.
Visitors in the city and admirers of the work of Uncle Remus are especially invited to the Snap Bean Farm, under typical circumstances, when it is overrun with children.
Monday, January 12, 2009
A Daughter's Memories of Jack and Annie
Memories of Our Mother and Dad Hayes
by Anne Hayes Meese (Jack and Annie's eldest child)
Ours was the kind of growing up that all children surely dream about. Surely as a family we had our ups and downs, but that is life, and of course I can only speak for myself. But as parents, Mother and Dad gave me something special, and somehow I always knew what a lucky gal I was.
Dad was tall, handsome, unusually bright and always good company - but a rascal at heart. He was one of the four boys who survived in that family and though none of them had much education, they were smart and eager to get ahead. Dad used to entertain me for hours telling me about the tricks the brothers used to play on each other and about his exciting experiences when he lied about his age and at sixteen fought in the war in the far east. He was what he called a first gunner and he was always proud of the fact that he was a crack shot. He got into a
typhoon in the China Sea and loved telling about being chased across the rice paddies by the opposing forces. As a child, I drank it all in and must have been the perfect audience for his wild tales - real or make believe.
He loved to hunt and fish, played a great game of poker. He was a gambler at heart and played the market when he could. I will never in my life forget the tension in our home when he got a corner on the wheat market. The phone rang day and night and we all talked in hushed tones, not having the slightest idea of what worried Dad so.
But, he was always sweet and thoughtful to us and certainly to Mother, was superintendent of the Sunday School at one time, potentate in the Shriners, on the team that did all the dynamiting when Atlanta had a terrible fire so many years ago. I can remember seeing Mother sitting at the window so terribly worried about him - and he was no doubt having the time of his life!
Mother, on the other hand, was quiet, gentle, not very out-spoken about things, but ran our family and the house as a smooth operation. She was president of the big Ladies Sunday School class at St. Mark, always volunteering on worthwhile neighborhood projects, was wise in her counsel to us children and always understanding. The front bedroom became a center where all my crowd gathered and learned to dance, the family dining room table became a ping-pong table on rainy days and she adored family games. Pick-up-sticks, dominoes, etc. were always available, and later on we had a full-sized badminton court and portable ping-pong outdoor table for the back yard, where all the young people gathered on Saturdays for tournaments.
We never seemed to own our own home for years after leaving the apartment in West End, but years later, when I was about nine, we moved into a beautiful big, red brick house and life became almost glamorous to me as a young girl. We had a cook in the kitchen and she and her husband lived in the apartment over the two car garage. That was during the first World War and by that time Dad had a flourishing men's tore in downtown Atlanta and a big store out at Camp Gordon, the military base just outside Atlanta. Obviously he was doing great and our family lifestyle reflected it.
The Metropolitan Opera then came to Atlanta for the first week in May and what a joy and exciting time that was. Mother and Dad, dressed to the nines, would be driven to the opera (box seats I want you to know) by our cook's husband in proper chauffeur attire, and when Dad was too busy to get away for the matinees I was allowed to go with Mother. I think my love of
good music is partly because of that.
We had great big rooms in that house and I can still remember the excitement when our folks sent out invitations for a dance. All the rugs were rolled up, furniture moved, etc. and I can still remember the sheer excitement of sitting at the top of the stairs and almost feeling like a part of the beautifully dressed people below - having the time of their lives dancing to a record player in the music room. Mother and Dad dearly loved to dance and watching them twirl around the floor, Mother in a beautiful long dress, was pure magic. I was allowed to sit at the top of the stairs and see it all through the banisters - only if I kept quiet as a mouse.
I could go on and on, about our move to Florida, Dad losing practically everything he had when the depression hit. But somehow life went on in our big family and I'm sure that in looking back,
none of us would have had it any different We loved growing up together and it was a very special time in our lives.
by Anne Hayes Meese (Jack and Annie's eldest child)
Ours was the kind of growing up that all children surely dream about. Surely as a family we had our ups and downs, but that is life, and of course I can only speak for myself. But as parents, Mother and Dad gave me something special, and somehow I always knew what a lucky gal I was.
Dad was tall, handsome, unusually bright and always good company - but a rascal at heart. He was one of the four boys who survived in that family and though none of them had much education, they were smart and eager to get ahead. Dad used to entertain me for hours telling me about the tricks the brothers used to play on each other and about his exciting experiences when he lied about his age and at sixteen fought in the war in the far east. He was what he called a first gunner and he was always proud of the fact that he was a crack shot. He got into a
typhoon in the China Sea and loved telling about being chased across the rice paddies by the opposing forces. As a child, I drank it all in and must have been the perfect audience for his wild tales - real or make believe.
He loved to hunt and fish, played a great game of poker. He was a gambler at heart and played the market when he could. I will never in my life forget the tension in our home when he got a corner on the wheat market. The phone rang day and night and we all talked in hushed tones, not having the slightest idea of what worried Dad so.
But, he was always sweet and thoughtful to us and certainly to Mother, was superintendent of the Sunday School at one time, potentate in the Shriners, on the team that did all the dynamiting when Atlanta had a terrible fire so many years ago. I can remember seeing Mother sitting at the window so terribly worried about him - and he was no doubt having the time of his life!
Mother, on the other hand, was quiet, gentle, not very out-spoken about things, but ran our family and the house as a smooth operation. She was president of the big Ladies Sunday School class at St. Mark, always volunteering on worthwhile neighborhood projects, was wise in her counsel to us children and always understanding. The front bedroom became a center where all my crowd gathered and learned to dance, the family dining room table became a ping-pong table on rainy days and she adored family games. Pick-up-sticks, dominoes, etc. were always available, and later on we had a full-sized badminton court and portable ping-pong outdoor table for the back yard, where all the young people gathered on Saturdays for tournaments.
We never seemed to own our own home for years after leaving the apartment in West End, but years later, when I was about nine, we moved into a beautiful big, red brick house and life became almost glamorous to me as a young girl. We had a cook in the kitchen and she and her husband lived in the apartment over the two car garage. That was during the first World War and by that time Dad had a flourishing men's tore in downtown Atlanta and a big store out at Camp Gordon, the military base just outside Atlanta. Obviously he was doing great and our family lifestyle reflected it.
The Metropolitan Opera then came to Atlanta for the first week in May and what a joy and exciting time that was. Mother and Dad, dressed to the nines, would be driven to the opera (box seats I want you to know) by our cook's husband in proper chauffeur attire, and when Dad was too busy to get away for the matinees I was allowed to go with Mother. I think my love of
good music is partly because of that.
We had great big rooms in that house and I can still remember the excitement when our folks sent out invitations for a dance. All the rugs were rolled up, furniture moved, etc. and I can still remember the sheer excitement of sitting at the top of the stairs and almost feeling like a part of the beautifully dressed people below - having the time of their lives dancing to a record player in the music room. Mother and Dad dearly loved to dance and watching them twirl around the floor, Mother in a beautiful long dress, was pure magic. I was allowed to sit at the top of the stairs and see it all through the banisters - only if I kept quiet as a mouse.
I could go on and on, about our move to Florida, Dad losing practically everything he had when the depression hit. But somehow life went on in our big family and I'm sure that in looking back,
none of us would have had it any different We loved growing up together and it was a very special time in our lives.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Pictures of Jack and Annie
Annie and Jack all dressed up for a night out. 
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Jack Dabney Hayes
Much has been professionally researched and documented on some of the earlier Hays/Hayes family most notably The Genealogy of the Hays Family from 1730 to 1982 by Annie Holtzclaw-Loyd and Carlos Val Smith published in 1983.
This blog will start with our Jack Dabney Hayes, Sr., born 30 Aug 1882 in Newton County, Georgia who was one of 10 children of George Martin Hays (Hayes) and Ann Jane "Janie" Dabney. Jack's spouse was Annie Pendleton Muse who was born 09 May 1886 in Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia. Jack and Annie had 5 children between 1910 and 1923; Anne, Jack, Jr., Francina (Dena), George and Randy.
Annie was 21 and Jack was 25 when they were married. Annie describes Jack: "Has a very strong will and determination. Tall and broad-shouldered, light hair, blue eyes and high forehead." She describes herself as "small, light hair, violet blue eyes with a pink complexion and blushes painfully on all occasions."
From The Atlanta Constitution dated 11 June 1907 comes this notice of their wedding: The marriage of Miss Annie Muse and Mr. Jack Hayes takes place at 2 o'clock the afternoon of June 18th. The ceremony will be performed by Rev. M. L. Troutman at the Park Street Methodist Church. Miss Mary Singleton will play the wedding march; Miss Helen Muse will be the maid of honor; and the bridesmaids, Misses Alma Pace, Georgia Mae Taylor, the ribbon bearers, Misses Allie May Osborn, Edyth Cofield, Margaret Berry, Lucile Roan, Bee Nelms and Carrie Sassnet. Master John Simpson will be ring bearer. Mr. W. Brown Hayes will be best man. The decorative scheme at the church and at the house will be pink and white. The bride will wear her going-away gown of dark blue voile with hat to match.
This blog will start with our Jack Dabney Hayes, Sr., born 30 Aug 1882 in Newton County, Georgia who was one of 10 children of George Martin Hays (Hayes) and Ann Jane "Janie" Dabney. Jack's spouse was Annie Pendleton Muse who was born 09 May 1886 in Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia. Jack and Annie had 5 children between 1910 and 1923; Anne, Jack, Jr., Francina (Dena), George and Randy.
Annie was 21 and Jack was 25 when they were married. Annie describes Jack: "Has a very strong will and determination. Tall and broad-shouldered, light hair, blue eyes and high forehead." She describes herself as "small, light hair, violet blue eyes with a pink complexion and blushes painfully on all occasions."
From The Atlanta Constitution dated 11 June 1907 comes this notice of their wedding: The marriage of Miss Annie Muse and Mr. Jack Hayes takes place at 2 o'clock the afternoon of June 18th. The ceremony will be performed by Rev. M. L. Troutman at the Park Street Methodist Church. Miss Mary Singleton will play the wedding march; Miss Helen Muse will be the maid of honor; and the bridesmaids, Misses Alma Pace, Georgia Mae Taylor, the ribbon bearers, Misses Allie May Osborn, Edyth Cofield, Margaret Berry, Lucile Roan, Bee Nelms and Carrie Sassnet. Master John Simpson will be ring bearer. Mr. W. Brown Hayes will be best man. The decorative scheme at the church and at the house will be pink and white. The bride will wear her going-away gown of dark blue voile with hat to match.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)