Alice Thorn de Ferussac’s Inheritance Pt 2

I discovered a second report from the New York Herald on the matter of Alice (Thorn) de Ferussac's inheritance. This one was dated in June, while the other was from April, 1913. Though most of the details are the same, it does mention Thorn's run in with authorities for driving a coach and 8 horses.... Continue Reading →

Alice Thorn de Ferussac’s Inheritance

Below is an account from the Gallica archives of what happened to Alice Thorn (de Ferussac's) fortune, which was mismanaged by her lawyer in Brooklyn. It's a sad story, made all the more poignant by the fact that Alice died in considerable pain from the results of surgery. From the NEW YORK HERALD of April 12: A document which... Continue Reading →

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