THE CZAR.

Ashburton Guardian, Volume XV, Issue 3420, 26 October 1894, Page 3

THE CZAR.

—• • Ills Condition gUgrhtly tt'orie Reception of the Princess Alix. St. Petersburg. Ocbober 24 The journey of the Princess Alix through Russia was like a state reception, triumphal arches being erected in all the towns she stopped at. Replying to a deputation at Moscow, she said she was deeply touched at the welcome that had been accorded her. Immediately upon her arrival the Cza^ewitch i took her to the Czar. The meeting of the stricken monarch and the young bride was of a touching nature. The Czar was afterwards excited and convulsive. The marriage is to take place to-day. October 25. A bulletin to-day states that the Czar passed a good night but his appetite is «o better. There is no increase of the somnolence, but the dropsy is slightly worse. He lives chiefly on buttermilk. On Sunday he received the Sacrament. The Czarewitch has signed all State papers since Thursday last. j The reports that the wedding of the Czarewitch and Princess Alix was celebrated yesterday are not yet confirmed. The Princess was warmly welcomed on her arrival in Livadia, where triumphal arches were erected, and there were many other marks of the popular affection. livadia, October 25 Both wedding carriages and mourning coaches have arrived at Livadia. The wedding will take place to-day or to-morrow. It depends on the Czar's condition.