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100-199
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It all started with a rather unusual tea given in the Raftery home at 404 South Third Street in Geneva, Illinois. History tells us that Edmond and Kate Raftery enjoyed a wide circle of friends and were known for entertaining with flair.A friend of Mrs. Raftery's, Mrs. Lucy Calhoun, traveled extensively through the Orient with her husband, a diplomat. She sent unusual gifts back to her friends in the United States.Mrs. Raftery was delighted with her friend's finds and knew others would be, too. She asked her to send more of these unusual items and, as time passed, her collection grew. These Oriental 'treasures' were displayed on the grand piano in the Raftery's living room. With 'the stage set,' invitations were sent for an afternoon tea and sale.
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- Alvin L Rosenthal
- Owner
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