MRS. LANGTRY'S LUCK.

Taranaki Daily News, Volume LI, Issue 184, 25 July 1908, Page 3

MRS. LANGTRY'S LUCK.

Mrs. Langfry—or, rather, Lady de Bathe, as is her correct name—has figured .prominently before the public. "While rehearsing her new play, ahe was the victim; of a hoax which caused much talk. Information was sent to her that gold had been found on a ranch she possesses in North America. It was not until a representative had been despatched post-haste to the States that the truth eame out.

Airs. Langtry has also reappeared before the British public in Mr. Sydney Grundy's new play, "A Fearful Joy." "The Jersey Lily" has had a long and varied career. Good and bad luck have been her portion on stage and Turf; but she receives both calmly. One of her most treasured possessions is a mascot in the shape of a magnificent turquoise. Once, while staying in Venice, she went to bathe in the Lido. Through the clear water she saw something lying on the bed of the stream. An expert swimmer, she dived, and

brought to the surface a fine Persian turquoise, on which was engraved an Oriental love-song. Since then, it is said, slie has always worn this gem at the end of a long chain, and firmly believes in it as ? bringer of luck.