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Newsweek
26-04-2025
- General
- Newsweek
Titanic Survivor's Ominous Letter Fetches Nearly $400K at Auction
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A lettercard written by Titanic survivor Archibald Gracie has sold for £300,000 ($399,000) by Henry Aldridge & Son Auction House in Wiltshire, England. Why It Matters More than a century after the Titanic's tragic sinking, the public's fascination with its history remains strong. This auction significantly exceeds the initial estimate of £60,000 ($79,878), highlighting the enduring fascination with Titanic artifacts and their historical significance. The letter represents one of the few surviving firsthand accounts from a passenger who lived to document the infamous disaster that killed over 1,500 people in its maiden voyage, making it an exceptional historical document. What To Know The rare document, penned by Gracie on April 10, 1912, just days before the ship's tragic sinking, contains the eerily prescient line: "It is a fine ship but I shall await my journeys end before I pass judgment on her." The letter was written to the seller's great-uncle and postmarked from Queenstown, Ireland, one of the Titanic's final stops before its fateful journey across the Atlantic. Gracie, a first-class passenger assigned to cabin C51, survived the sinking by jumping from the ship and climbing onto an overturned collapsible boat before being rescued. After his rescue by the R.M.S. Carpathia, Gracie wrote The Truth about the Titanic, considered one of the most detailed accounts of the catastrophe. He never fully recovered from the hypothermia he suffered during the sinking and died from diabetes complications later in 1912. What People Are Saying Henry Aldridge & Son Auction House told Newsweek in an email: "The record braking prices and global participation from collectors are a testament to the enduring interest in the Titanic the world over, the stories of those men, women and children are told through the memorabilia and their memories are kept alive through those items." Auctioneer Andrew Aldridge: "This is an exceptional museum grade piece." Kino. S.O.S. Titanic, 1970er, 1970s, Film, Ocean liner, S.O.S. Titanic, scene, sinking of the Titanic, S.O.S. Titanic, 1970er, 1970s, Film, Ocean liner, S.O.S. Titanic, scene, sinking of the Titanic, Szene Als die Titanic einen Eisberg... Kino. S.O.S. Titanic, 1970er, 1970s, Film, Ocean liner, S.O.S. Titanic, scene, sinking of the Titanic, S.O.S. Titanic, 1970er, 1970s, Film, Ocean liner, S.O.S. Titanic, scene, sinking of the Titanic, Szene Als die Titanic einen Eisberg rammt, sinkt sie innerhalb von drei Stunden. 1503 Menschen kommen ums Leben., 1979. More FilmPublicityArchive/United Archives via Getty Images What Happens Next The letter has been purchased by an anonymous private collector from the United States, where it will likely become part of a significant private collection of Titanic memorabilia. Reporting from the Associated Press contributed to this article.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
New ownership of Central California's Superior Dairy ice cream shop stays local
Superior Dairy, a beloved ice cream spot in the Central Valley since 1929, has new owners: the Zonneveld family, a local dairy family with deep roots in Kings County. When news of the sale of the Hanford ice cream shop broke this week, many residents hoped the new owners would have local ties and carry on the tradition of an ice cream institution beloved by generations of Hanford residents. 'Such good news. I can't wait to see if the new owners are able to restore it back into the best spot to get an egg salad sandwich and the best ice cream,' said Hanford resident Mary Ann Sanchez. The sale became public after local real estate agent Ryan Portugal broke the news on social media. Portugal initially didn't disclose who bought the iconic family business, but said 'the community will undoubtedly be thrilled with what's in store for Superior Dairy.' 'It's not just a business, it's a beloved institution that holds a special place in the hearts of so many. I am truly grateful to have found the best people to carry this legacy forward, ensuring that it continues to thrive and evolve within our community,' Portugal said on social media. The city of Hanford disclosed the Zonnevelds as Superior Dairy's new owners Thursday afternoon. According to the city, the new owners had been interested in buying the Superior Dairy building, which is adjacent to Hanford City Hall, even before the 95-year-old family-owned business was put up for sale last October. It was listed for sale for $2.5 million. 'We're going to invest in the facility and its history to make something that's special for the community,' the Zonneveld family said in a press release. 'We grew up going to Superior, and over time we recognized it not only aligned with our larger business plans, but also our love of dairy products, great food, and connecting with a wonderful community that our family has called home for four generations.' While the new owners didn't share specifics of their vision, an employee said this week that the dining room, which had been closed since the COVID-19 pandemic and only took take-away orders, would reopen in the near future. Pamela Hernandez, of Armona west of Hanford, was relieved that someone local bought Superior Dairy. She used to come once a week to get ice cream with her late husband and share a big banana split. Eva Gonzales, of Fresno celebrated her birthday in Hanford with a banana split on Wednesday with her boyfriend. 'It's my birthday tradition to come here to Superior Dairy. I used to come with my grandma, because she was from Hanford, so she passed away since then, but still, I try to come every year when I can,' said Gonzales. Gonzales said she hopes the new owners will bring back indoor seating, adding that she would love to see the S.O.S (Superior Oversize Sundae), a seven scoop sundae, back on the menu.
