Tag: June 1867

  • Bottled Scandal: Champagne Heists Rock New York Customs

    Bottled Scandal: Champagne Heists Rock New York Customs

    June 14, 1867 – In a shocking revelation, the New York Customs House has been embroiled in a controversy surrounding the valuation of high-end Champagne wines. At the center of the storm is a shipment of Marceaux Champagne, worth a small fortune, and the questionable appraisals made by a Custom House official, Mr. Webster. Related…

  • Turf Terror: The Daring Steed of Peekskill Leaves Competitors in the Dust

    Turf Terror: The Daring Steed of Peekskill Leaves Competitors in the Dust

    In a shocking turn of events, the turf on the New York racing scene was electrified yesterday, June 1st, 1867, as the majestic mare, Fashion’s Cousin, took the track by storm. The 400-mile heat was the most anticipated event of the season, with numerous entries vying for victory. Fashion’s Cousin, owned by a mysterious figure…