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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2009
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NEWS ABOUT: Brooke Astor

Brooke Astor stories: 22 news summaries

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Socialite's Son Faces Criminal Charges

Brooke Astor's offspring allegedly defrauded New York's 'First Lady'

Nov 27, 07 11:25 AM CST
(Newser) - The son of the late socialite and philanthropist Brooke Astor has been indicted, along with a former family lawyer, the New York Times reports. The exact charges are unknown, but the case stems from years of accusations that Anthony Marshall took advantage of or defrauded his aging mother as... More »

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Brooke Astor Dead at 105

Charity and society queen was victimized at the end of her life

Aug 13, 07 4:40 PM CDT
(Newser) - Brooke Astor—philanthropist and former queen of New York society -- has died at 105. The socialite had been in the news for being abused and exploited by her descendants, but her enduring legacy was her tireless charity work. "Money is like manure; it’s not worth a thing... More »

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New York • Vanity Fair • obituary • charity • Brooke Astor • Vincent Astor

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