The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1856-1888, 1874-12-19

invested He wore no jewelry save three immense
plain. gold rings. one on the third and fourth
hngev Of his left hand, respectively. A turn down
eoller ard a neat black tie completed his ~faultless
attire.
The first day ashore His Majesty dined with his
suite in his own apartments. During the evening he
received Admiral Rogers, Canmandant Of the Mare
Island Navy Yard, and Admiral J. J. Amy Of the
North Pacific Squadron. Both Of these distinguished
naval officers came down on the Vallejo boat for the
special purpose Of paying their respects to the King.
Captain Floyd Of the North Pacific Steamship Con-
pany, and Judge John Curry, formerly Chief Justice
IN this State, Colonel ". Boyd and John c. Merrill
also called during the evening.
TIE TWO GOVERNORS
We're also thoroughly at Home. Governor D0minis
was greeted BY . large number Of aequaintanees- he
is q genial, afabIe gentleman, and he did an immense
amount Of handshAking. he was attirtd IN . close
fitting blue cloth sack coat, with trousers 10 match,
and a black soft Alpine hat. On the breast Of his
coat was pinned 8 strip Of ribbon denoting the Royal
Order Of which he was . member. Governor Domi-
mis- took q walk during the afternoon and retired early.
Governor kspena, the young Hawaiian. was q great
favorite with everybody. Like the King, he is q gen
tleman Of culture, speaks English as q scholar in the
tongue, and is an entertaining conversationAlist.
This is his first visit to the United States
Over the Grand Hotel the Royal Standard was dis
played at all times when the King remained in the
building, being lowered only when be was out
The daily papers each morning during the Kings
a. IL ~ NAAl uCNOtC4 CCAul1uS ~ ACC01uko VI MS
doings and movements, and the various demonstra-
tons that were gotten up in his honor. On Monday
the Royal Party visited Bradley s RulofsOn's gallery
and had their photographs taken. Some of these
really fine pictures have been received here. In the
afternoon a formal reception was given to Gen. scho-
field and staff, Admiral Rogers and Admiral Almy
and the officers Of the Navy; the Federal officers and
members Of the Press; subjects of Hawaii and former
residents of the Islands. In the evening the Cali
fornia Theatre was visited. A large crowd had col
lected in front, who received His Majesty with loud
cheers when he arrived at half-pAsts 8 and entered the
place. The play was progressing as the party came
in. The business of the stage was at once stopped
and the orchestra played the Hawaiian National
Hymn, the King and suite standing in the mean
while. When it closed the royal party seated them
selves, the audience applauding. They occupied the
three dress circle boxes on the south side.
About II O'Clock the King was serenaded at the
Grand Hotel by the Second Regiment. He showed
himself at the window and was heartily cheered, but
made no speech, though one was loudly called for.
On Tuesday the King took = morning ride through
Golden Gate Park to the Cliff House, and on his re-
turn gave q levee to the lady friends of Mrs. Otis at
the Mayors residence. In the evening, the Consular
Corps, State officials, and members of the Pioneer
Society were presented, the evening concluding with
q serenade by the Preside Band.
On Wednesday the Notifications at Alcatraz were
visited, and q trip taken to the Navy Yard at Mare
Island, on board the Benicia. In the evening the
California Club was visited. The members of the
Club made the Royal party feel at home, all formality
disappearing, and His Majesty INDUCED in q game at
billiards, Is astonishing the natives by some really fine
mdsSe shots.'
On Thursday the King visited the San Francisco
BOARD of RrokarS and viauad tho procaodin0u in
that Temple Of Msmmon for a half an hour. At l
he visited Woodward's Gardens, and inspected
the various novelties. In the evening the King and
suite attended a Concert at Platt's Hail, afterwards
hearing Shakspearian readings in the Kings apart
ments at the Hotel, and the remainder of the evening
devoted to social conversation with a select party
Of gentlemen. Says the Chronicle
On Friday morning the King visited the United
States Mint. The massive and intricate machinery
his special wonder, and the beautiful finish of
the different Offices his warm admiration. Several
coins were struck and presented to him by General
La Grange as souvenirs of his visit.
At l P. NJ. a visit was paid to the Office of the West
ern Union Telegraph, where His Majesty was to be
into direct communication with President Grant
and Secretary Fish.
KALAKAUA TO ULYSSES.
The following message from the King was trans
over the wires to Washington
SAN Francisco. Dec. 4.
Kalakaua, King of the Sandwich Islands, sends
greeting to his great and good friend, the President
Of the United States. He acknowledges a generous
reception, characteristic of a warm-hearted people, /
aud will hasten to express in person those sentiments
of sincere respect and lasting friendship entertained
the President and the great nation he 30 \
represents.
ULYSSES TO KALAKAUA.
To this the President replied thus:
WASHINGTON, d. c., Dec. 4. II
The President of the United States extends the,
welcome of the nation to his great ard good
riend, His Royal Highness Kalakaua. on his arrival
n the United States, and tenders his personal con-
yratulations on the safety of his voyage. The Prest-j
anticipates with great pleasure the opportunity
# a personal greeting, and assures His Higbness Of
he sincere friendship which in common with the peo-
lie of the United States he entertains for His Royal
Iighness, and hopes that his journey across the con-
inent may be guided by a kind Providence.
CHICAGO WANTS A LITTLE ROYALTY.
Close upon the heels of this devout expression of
Presidential goodwill came this invitation from the
iayor of Chicago; srra
CHICAGO, Dec. 4.
His Majesty, the King Of HatOaii. San Francisco:
The Mayor of the city of Chicago congratulates His
Iajesty, the King Of Hawaii on his safe arrival upon
he soil of the United States of America. He trusts
DON to have the honor and pleasure of welcoming
i'm to the city Of Chicago. He also trusts His Maj
sty's visit to the United States will prove not only
leasant to himself and suite, but highly useful to
9th countries l am heartily Joined by the official
authorities and by the citizens of Chicago generally.
HE KING WILL IN DUE TINE SHINE ON THAT BENIdHTED
CITY.
To His Honor, Me Mayor of Chicago: Kala-
lkaua thanks you for your kind congratulations, but
egrets that he will not be able to visit your city I'M
i his return from Washington, when he hopes to ac-
ept your kind invitation.
After the sending of the official messages the King
nd suite were shown the various departments of the
and shortly after the party returned to the
irand Hotel.
On Saturday morning His Majesty and suite lefi
he city by the overland train. The party con-
sted Of the King. Governors Dominis and Kapena,
18th their servants Minister Peirce. Lieut.. Com
lander Whiting Of the Benieid Colonel Wherry of
Seoaeld's Staff, and Lieut.. Colonel Hubbard
+ the California National Guard. A special car
as provided for the trip.
After leaving Oakland large crowds assembled
every important station along the route TO catch
glimpse of His Royal Higbness If possible. In
cases they were disappointed, the King keep
Y retired in an inner room in most instances