The Newport Cliff Walk
Newport, Rhode Island is known its notable music scene with world-renowned folk and jazz festivals, as an epicenter of sailing culture (longtime home of the America’s Cup) and the party town any sailor would want in a home port, for the Tennis Hall of Fame, but
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Guess what, she won the bid. Gertie, as she was known, was an entertainer in NYC. The story back in the 70's was Gertie threw a party for the some members of the 400, thinking because she owned the house the group would come to her dinner party.No one showed up. Gertie was so distraught after decorating and spending a fortune on the party and house, she left the food and decorations where they were, had her car bring her back to NYC.
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Interesting facts about Rosecliff. In 1942 Rosecliff changed ownership. It was auctioned off. The auction stated for $65,000. It was a closed bid. It seems no one bid on the property. Gertrude Niesen's mother bid on it for her daughter, offering $21,000.
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