Memphis daily appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1847-1886, 1883-05-29
LONGLIVE THE CAR
Alexander Ill Assumes the Crown as
Emperor and AutOcrat Of All the
Russias with
Imposing Ceremonies at Moscow "A
Scene Of SplendOr Beyond the
Powers OF Description.

Imposing Ceremonies at MOscOW-A
Scene Of splendOr Beyond the
Powers OF Description.
Moscow, May 2S.-At o'clock this morn
ing the inauguration OF the magnificent cere-
u onies attendant upon the corensiion
Of the Emperor and Empress were
announced by the ringing Of hundred.
OF bells and by the thunder OF artil-
Iery. Even at that early hour the streets
were thronged with people, visitors from
abroad ana from other parts OF tue |
empire, croHdirg the residen:s, and all sirly- |
ing to secure eligible places from which 10 |
view the procession and such portions Of the |
ceremony itself SIS these not particularly |
favored might be able to witness. During The |
entire night, in fact, there wss activity 10
the etreets, for not only were people there
whose anxiety concerning and interest 10 the
coronation kept them awake, bat strong
squad Of soldiers paraded all parts OF the
city, giving the streets very martial sp-
p.srance. Great bodies OF soldiers shortly
before 6 O'Clock were stationed along the
route of the procession, four miles IN Length,
ami cupied the streets on the side, keeping
people ca the walks. All unreserved places
in the streets we're speedily filed by eager
sightseerp, while the windows, doorways and
housstops were let out at fabulous prices 10
visitors. Those dignitaries OF the realm Who
| were to take part in the actual ceremony OF
the coron stion assembled, sccording TO pre-
arranged pr gramme, at the Cathedral Of the
| Holy Assumption, within the walls OF The
Kremin. These functionaries entered the
magnificent building at 7:3O o'clock am.
| At about o'clock there followed in order
the princes OF foreign governments, the no.
| bility OF Russia and other States, European
and special and regular ambassadors oil for
eign countries residing in Russia. The ut
most care WAS exercised 10 prevent the adj
mission of any unauthorized or improper
persona, each one, as he appeared at the en-
trance, being required 10 exhibit a carefully
prepared ticket, which was subjected TO the
closest scrutiny. This form was observed at
THE KREMLIN AND THE DOORS OF THE CA
THEDRAL.
AT the reques, Of Gen. Won Schweniiz, Am
bassador from Germany, eighty members,
comprising the diplomatic corps, assent led
at his residence and we're conveyed thence to
the Kremlin in superbly- equpped coaches,
richly gilded az to their harness and coats-of-
arms. The rem iinder of the diplomat
body, consisting Of the attaches of the va
rious Legations, were assigned to positions in
the tribune just outside the cathedral
proper, bu. inside the Kremlip, where the
white walls Of that wondrOus palace closed
all of the crowd that could be
} admitted. the choir Of boys chanted the
"Te Deum," aud amid profound silence
outside the church, as we'll in it, the cier-
gy, accompanied by aeoiytes bearing the
cross and a ever Of holy water, proceed- ID to
recsiye the Cssrevitch. This scion of roy.
atty, who was in the mid.t of = brilliant Cor
tege, took his place at the right hand OF the
throue. When the Imperial procession
started il vas made kno~n to those inside
tn. cathedral, by the renewed ringing Of hells
by sonorous music from scores Of bands, and
by the shouts of those outside. As the roy
pair appeared at the doors OF the palace, the
immense multitude Immediately uncovered
their heads and burst into loud acclsma
nations. Even women were bonaet-bare
and the enthusiasm was as unaffected as i
was spontaneous and hearty.
AT THE HEAD OF THE ROYAL PROCESSION,
: which now entered the Kremlip, was thu
master of ceremonies, aanked by herald
richly clad and mounted upon pure whit
horses. Ii was OF immense length, and com
posed of deputies from the Asiatic States
, students from the university, clergy, judges
nobility, snd projects from every section O
the empire. When It's head reached thc
doors of The palace it was met by the EN-
peror wearing the white uniform of a colo
! mel of the Imperial Gusrds, and the Empires;
dressed in the Russian national costume o
black velvet, richly embroidered with dia
monds and gilded with magnificent belt O
} precious stones. The Empress leaned on tn,
arm OF her royal cousolt. The pair place.
themselves beneath canopy richly wrought
in silk aud gold and borne Ey thirty-twC
generals OF high military rank. They ther
took their place near the head of The process
J sion, being directly after the regalia. A
this moment the entire body of clergy
emerged from the cathedral in order to NEE
: the regaIia, which they publicly sprinkle,
with holy water and perfumed with incense
Upon enterisg he portsls of The cathedr1
the Emperor and Empress were received b,
the Metropolitans of Moscow. The Metro
! polilsns Of Novgorod and Kieff presentet
them The CroPs 10 b. kissed and sprinklet
. with holy water, fret the Emperor and thel
) the Empress. Bfore the sacred images tba
aanked the doors OF the cathedral they kpel
! and bowed thsir heads, after which they wer
! conducted to the
ANCIENT THRONE OF IVORY AND SILVER.
Alexander occup ed the historical throne O
Gar vladimir Monomsgue, while the En-
) press Hss seated in an arm chair gilded ant
! ehtrusted with i.wels. The thrones wer
] placed upon das erected betaeen the twr
middle columns OF The cathedral, Over tn
oais " 40 SahOPy Va tCdiECt fSiFSb
from the rich roof embroidered with COL,
snd lined with silver brocade, which wa
} worked with the arms Of Russia and all he
dependencies in a most ingenious mann
, In front of the thrones were two tables GOV
, cred with gold cloth, upon which were place.
+ the crowns, orbs and scepier. None but for
eign ministers were accommodated will
seats. The Russian princes snd dignitarie
stood during the entire ceremony, accordin;
to the custom of the Creek church. Th
dignitaries Of the realm, who were carryiu;
the standard aud seals of The empire, tool
their stand upon the steps of the dais.
THE CORONATION.
After their majesties had been seated, tbs
Metropolitan OF Novgrod asked The Eu
peror in loud and distinct voice,
CARE YOU A TRUE BELIEvER?"
The Emperor, falling on his knees, read il
reply 10 clear voice the LORDS prayer ant
! the Apostles Creed of the Greek Cnurch
the Metropolitan responding: SHAY tn
. grace of the Holy Ghost remain with Thee
descended from the dais.
The following customary summons wa
then three times repeated by the bishop
''If there be any of you here present know
> ing of any impeachment for which Alex ander
son Of Alex snder, should rot be crowned by