The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-04

accompanied by a resounding drum tattoo.
 The imperial carriage stopped at the noble staircase, where Monsignor Cagiano De Azevedo. the major domo, helped the emperor to ascend. He presented the Ger man papal chamberlains, Count Pecci, nephew of the pope; Prince Rospigliosi. commandant of the noble guard, and oth- CT high dignitaries of the pontihcal court.
 When asked If he desired to use the ele- vator, the emperor replied that he pre- ferred to mount the stairs. At the first landing his majesty was met by the fam ous servants of the ante-chamber In rich red brocade, fianked by members of the Swiss guards The young princes were especially struck with the uniforms of the noble guard Upon arriving at the Sale Clementina, his majesty was re- ceived by the majordomos and other per- sonages of the private ante-chamber. Be- fore reaching the ante-chamber his maj esty received homage from a group of seven German bishops who are now in Rome.
 Sees the Pope.
 When Pope Leo was advised of the arr rival of the guest the door was thrown open and the pontiff appeared.
 He was dressed In white with the excep- ton of a small cape of red velvet trimmed with Ermin. The emperor advanced alone, making profound bow.
 The pontiff inquired in French as to the emperor's health. Emperor William then presented his two sons.
 His majesty and the pontlff then retired to the latter's private study. The au- dierce lasted forty minutes. At the end ] of this time the princes were summoned and spoke to the pontiff, The imperial party then paid brief visit to Cardinal Rampolla
 Upon his three previous visits to the vatican Emperor William returned direct to the quirinal. This was not liked by the vatican, as it was thought best first to return to neutral ground It was appre- ciated, however, by the quirinal, as to do so is considered somewhat of a slight i upon the pope.
 King Edward followed this course. To- ' day Emperor William returned from the ] vatican to the Prussian legation where he changed carriages, his cuirassiers remain l ing at the legation. This course is sup posed to imply that his majesty wished J to pay particular deference to the feel | ings of the vatican.
 There was another new departure during this visit of the emperor. Previously Card 1 inaI Rampolla had returned the visit to the vatican at the Prussian legation and had found only the Prussian minister. To- day, however, Emperor William waited { at the legation, received the cardinal most cordially and had long conference with him.
 Presents a Photograph.
 Emperor William presented to the pope a large photograph of the Metz cathedral The pope expressed his thanks for this gift and remarked that the Metz cathe- dral greatly resembled that at Rheims. Emperor Wil.lam was surprised at the quicbness of the pontiff in remarking that the one cathedral was a reproduction oi the other.
 The Vatican Delighted.
 The vatican Is delighted at the import | ance given by Emperor William to hls visit to the pope and the authorities con slider this visit answer to what they call the present persecution of the church | in France.
 Pope Leo speaks highly of Emperor Will liam and has several times said that hls | conversation with the German emperor | was very interesting. During the inter- view Emperor William brought up the | subject of biblical studies and historical works.
 The pope remarked he had opened the | vatican library to German scholars, be- | cause he said science is what unites Rome and Germany in brotherly rela- tionship.' The conversation then turned to the | work of German missionaries, who num- Der about 1900 In addition to 300 nuns. | Emperor William said these missionaries would always find the protection of their ! country wherever they might wander. and | the pontiff declared that the work of mis- sionaries increased the influence and pres tige of Germany.
 A State Dinner. state dinner was given tonight at the | quirinal. There were present 100 guests | from among the most prominent people of Rome. The ballroom was used as 8 din ing room. The tables were arranged in 1 a semi-circle, and exquisitely decorated with flowers. When King Victor Eman- uel arose to propose his toast the band | played the German anthem, and when Emperor William delivered his felicita- ton the Italian royal march was played. all the guests standing meanwhile. | A gala performance was given at the | theatre tonight. The audience was bril- liant one. Emperor William received an | ovation from the crowds on his way to | the theatre. The royal party was met | in the foyer by Prince Coionna and the mayor of Rome wi;o welcomed the em- peror in the name of the city. Upon the l entrance of the royal personages the en- | tire house rose to the strains Of the Ger man anthem, and cries of "hoch" and 'vive." Emperor William sat between King Victor Emanuel and Queen Hele- |