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Show New Etiquette. One of the most interesting incidents that marked the funeral ceremonies in the senate the other day was occasioned by the arrival of Sir Julian Pauncefote. The president, members of the supreme court and all other visitors entitled to the floor had taken their seats, and the short wait preceding the opening of the services serv-ices had begun to grow irksome when the main door opened, and Sir Julian, dressed in a close fitting Prince Albert, i.-nt-cnA Tin. n tr.-.-.r ol-ac f A and then paused, while the master of ceremonies cere-monies announced in a distinct voice, "The embassador of England to the United Unit-ed States." The pause was momentary. The president and every one present arose instantaneously in their seats! The English diplomat bowed with the easy grace of a man who is not embarrassed by the honor, shown him, and with a firm step and erect though respectful bearing passed down the center aisle, past the president and cabinet, to tht seat assigned him in the front line of chairs. Washington Post. |
