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through its streets in the height of so brilliant an illumination. The buildings, festooned as they were with evergreens, deem .n ed with beautiful flowers, interspersed with mottoes and spark'ing with glowing lights, presented a grand spectacle to the eye of the observer.

The drawing room was one of the attractive features of the occasion. The Governor General and Princess arrived shortly before ten o’clock, immediately after which the presentations commenced. About two hundred and twenty-five ladies and gentlemen had the honor of being presented—«the reception not lasting more than an hour. Government House, which has recently undergone a thorough renovation, was beautifully illuminated, and presented a brilliant and imposing appearance. The Marquis was dressed in a rich Windsor uniform, and the Princess wore a satin striped chalet princess robe, pointed bodice, and white silk petticoat; her head dress was composed of daisies with gold and silver leaves, her jewelry consisted of three gold bracelets and necklace set with diamonds, and gold locket with monogram in diamonds.

In the evening, while the reception was going on, and subsequently, there was a torchlight procession by the firemen. The city was everywhere brilliantly illuminated—never, it was said, was there such a display of heartfelt loyalty. The decorations were superb, and indicative of good taste, while everything, notwithstanding the enthusiasm of the multitude, passed off without a solitary accident. On Saturday morning, accompanied by a number of gentlemen, the Marquis made an excursion to the Sea-side, Rustico, where an excellent lunch was provided in a pretty pavalion, constructed for the purpose, by Messrs. John Newson & Co., of the “ Sea-side Hotel.” The only drawback and disappointment felt here was the absence of one who evidently was the centre of attraction in the entire proceedings —the daughter of our beloved Queen—who, unluckily, was slightly indisposed. Returning to the city, the the Marquis embarked, and the Druid, accompanied by three ships of war, left our shores the following morning. In bidding adieu to this " sea girt Isle ” the Royal visitors carry with them the fervent aspirations of a loyal people for their continued safety and happiness.

Meanwhile the annual training of the militia was proceeded