No Official Demands Made on Turkey or Bulgaria
The United States has not made any formal demands for compensation or punishment from Turkey. This is because it is clear that the kidnapping...
Suspicious Behavior from the Guide
The brigands who kidnapped Miss Ellen M. Stone and Mrs. Tsilka appeared to have a friendly relationship with George Toderoff, the guide hired to...
A Journey Home Turns Dangerous
On September 3, 1901, several teachers, including Miss Ellen M. Stone, had just finished attending a summer training school for teachers in Bansko, Bulgaria....
Close Encounters with Danger
During my years of missionary work in the Balkans, I have often come close to danger. Once, I had to spend the night in...
Most Impressive Treasure a Throne of Gold and Jewels
The most stunning and impressive item in the Ottoman treasury is a magnificent golden throne. It is said to be made entirely of solid...
Strict Rules for Visiting the Treasury
In Constantinople, ordinary people are not allowed to enter the Sultan's treasury. Only the families of foreign diplomats may be allowed to visit. No...
Fire and Neglect in the Ancient Buildings
In August 1863, a fire destroyed or badly damaged many of the ancient buildings. Today, most of these buildings look old and worn. Their...
Facing the Dogs
With little belief that it would work, but with the quickness of a man in a comic opera, I sat down. Just in case...
A Day in the Bazaar
One day, I walk by the bazaar without going in. The next day, I stroll along with a friend. We pass the store, and...
The Road to Ochrida
The road we traveled was clear and easy to follow. It curved around long hills that had no trees. Goatherds, people living a simple...
