Rensselaer Journal, Volume 10, Number 39, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 7 March 1901 — Duchess May Come Over. [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

Duchess May Come Over.

A rumor has come to Washington from New York several times of late but I do not know how directly it comes, writes a Washington correspondent. The zephyrs say Consuelo, Duchess of Marlborough, intends taking advantage of the mourning season in London to visit her home in New York and spend some time in Washington, where her mother will begin a social sovereignty next season. The announcement of the American duchess’ visit has really not created a stir in Washington or elsewhere, but we should like to see her in this country once again, as she has not visited America since her elaborate wedding. Washington will gain by the presence of her mother, Mrs. O. H. P. Belmont, who will be a leader in official society and undoubtedly the most notable hostess in congressional circles. Mrs. Belmont has long been acknowledged

one of the cleverest entertainers In New York society, which she conquered not without opposition. She will be a leader in Washington as in New York.

DUCHESS OF MARLBOROUGH.