William K Vanderbilt's Former Mansion Auctioned Off

The transcript describes the history of a Long Island estate, once owned by William K. Vanderbilt and later occupied by the Royal Fraternity of Master Metaphysicians. After the fraternity's collapse, the estate's furnishings and equipment were auctioned. The estate, known as Idle Hour, was a significant social hub and featured rare art and decorations. Despite its grandeur, the auction yielded modest returns.

Who were the last tenants of the Long Island estate?

What was the original purpose of the estate built by William K Vanderbilt?

What was the name of the auction that took place after the fraternity collapsed?

What was the fate of the estate's furnishings and equipment during the auction?

What special names did members of the metaphysicians use?