The journal of Waldorf Astor, 1901 May-July.

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The journal of Waldorf Astor, 1901 May-July.

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Written in 1901 during his days as a student at New College, Oxford, the journal of Waldorf Astor provides a brief glimpse into the life of a young man who was born into immense wealth and would later devote himself to public service. The journal records Astor's social activities and personal interests, with numerous entries focused on horses, polo matches and drag hunting. In several passages Astor expresses his frustrations and discusses problems presently plaguing him, including, surprisingly, his financial situation.

1 journal (165 p.)

Georgetown University, Joseph Mark Lauinger Memorial Library

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Georgetown University, Joseph Mark Lauinger Memorial Library

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University of Oxford

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University of Oxford From the guide to the University of Oxford Musical Exercises, 1890, (Bodleian Library, University of Oxford) Not applicable. From the guide to the Typescript Theses, 1910-55, (Bodleian Library, University of Oxford) Rev. Samuel Myles graduated from Harvard College in 1684. From the description of Diploma : manuscript, 1693 July 14. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 612804731 ...

Astor, Waldorf Astor, Viscount, 1879-1952

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Waldorf Astor, second Viscount Astor, was born in New York City on May 19, 1879, the elder son of William Waldorf Astor and Mary Dahlgren Paul. He was educated at Eton College and at New College, Oxford. In 1906 he married the American divorcee, Mrs. Nancy Langhorne Shaw. Pursuing a career in politics, he won a seat in Parliament as a Unionist member for Plymouth, Devon, in 1911. Upon the death of his father in 1919 he was forced to accept the title of viscount and resign from the House of Commo...