Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-06-24
GUARD OF HONOR ESCORTED HIM
TO CATHEDRAL FOR MASS,
Russia and Austria the Only Countries
to Meet Him With Minister'S
Belgrade Decorated.

The only foreign representatives who par
ticipated in the reception of the king were
the Russian minister. M. Tcharykoff, and
the Austrian minister. Herr Dumba, with
the members of their respective legations.
A guard Of honor with band, saluted
as King Peter descended from his car and
greeted the cabinet minister's! The premier,
NJ Avakumovics. introduced NJ. Tcharykoff
to the king and the Russian minister pre-
sented the Austrian minister.
Thus the Austrian minister had no inter-
course with the provisional government,
with which thus far he has had no rela-
tiOns
A procession was then formed and the
king proceeded to the cathedral. The
streets were lined with troops and crowded
with people who had been pouring into Bel
grade from the provinces during the last
day or two.
Drove to New Palace.
After the celebration of mass, which was
attended with all the splendor of the east
ern church. King Peter drove in state TO
the new palace.
Diplomatic Boycott.
Although the kings entry into Belgrade
was distinguished by diplomatic boycott
his reception by the people was everywhere
marked by heartiness which approached
genuine enthusiasm, in which all classes
participated.
The officials were in uniform and wore all
their decorations. Workmen were engaged
all night long in finishing the erection Of
Venetian masts and trfumphal arches, and
some Of the latter were only completed as
the firing of guns announced King Peter 8
entry into his realm when the train ira
versed the bridge connecting Seryia with
Austria.
Long Live Peter the First.
The kings arrival has wakeAgd the peo-
pie out of the attitude of Indifference which
they had assumed since the assassinations
of King Alexander and Queen praga. =
From the moment King Peter left the
train and the band welcomed him playing
the Servian national anthem his progress
was followed by prolonged hearty cheers
and exultant shouts of Long live Peter
the First!' wherever he appeared.
The premier made speech before the
kings departure from the railroad station,
welcoming his majesty, who IN brief re-
ply, expressed his appreciation of his elec-
ton to the throne. The king then eX-
changed greetings with the cabinet minis
ters, including Col. Machin, minister of
public works, who took a leading part in
the assassinations, and interchanged COM
pliments with the Russian and American
ministers.
In the procession to the cathedral the
king occupied a state coach. He was ac-
companied by Premier Avakumovics. Along
the entire route were deputatiOnS from
various Servian towns and bodies of stu
dents The occupants of the windows ana
balconies threw bouquets at the kings car
riage. The number of peasants In the
streets was remarkable. Many Of them
came from far distant provinces to attend
the festivities and enjoy the free entertain
ments provided by the government
Ceremony at Cathedral.
rb. oararoony 1T >ha cathadraI asted half
an hour. The edifice was crowded. One
portion of 1t was set apart for the military
and another was allotted to the civilians.
Only few women were present.
Just previous to the arrival of the king
the doors of the high altar were closed and
not single priest was visible. Suddenly,
from the outside of the cathedral, came
the sound of cheering, signaling the ap-
proach Of King Peter. The doors Of the
high altar were then opened and solemn
procession Of gorgeously- y-robed priests and
members of the choir emerged, preceded by
incense bearers and followed by the ven
cradle metropolitan in brilliant apparel.
The procession halted at the main entrance
of the cathedral. while the soldiers drawn
up in front OF the building at word OF
command, greeted the king with loud
cheers. --.s.,
.a~ Welcomed at Church.
The king. on descending from the coach,
mounted the steps and halted at the en-
trance of the cathedral. while the metro
politan. In the presence of the assembled
crowds. addressed a few words of welcome
to his majesty.
The procession then slowly marched up
the aisle. the king bowling on either side in
response to the profound obeisances of the
congregation. 1t was remarked. however,
that the king favored the military men with
more bows than the civilians
The celebration Of the mass followed,
with the brilliant observanoes of the Greek
ritual, the king standing erect and impas-
sive. maintaining the same grave demeanor
which marked his movements throughout.
The royal train consisted Of dtngy cars
with two sleepers. The parliamentary and
military deputatiOns which went to Geneva
from Belgrade arrived On the same train.
Wore Generals Uniform.
The king, who wore the uniform Of a
servian general and looked grave and al
most nervous, descended from his car amid
fanfare of trumpets. He shook hands
with Premier aa Avakumovics. who ended a
for cheers for King Peter. to which the
crowd responded with the greatest en-
thusiasm.
The king read his answer TO the premier 9
welcome In somewhat low ZONES, thanking
him and promising to do his 9tmoot for the
good Of the kingdom. Th0 tOnCnsion of
the kings speech was markedaby renewal
King Was Very Solemn.
The presentation of the ministers fol-
lowed. Colonel Mascfin wore full uniform
and all his decorations.
King Peter throughout the presentations
was extremely grave. He did not speak q
word and did not smile. but simply shook
bands with those who were presented to
him. The introductions were followed by
the traditional. picturesque ceremony Of the
offering Of bread and salt by the mayor Of
Belgrade
During the ceremony at the cathedral
the metropolitan delivered short address
and prayed God to help the Servian people.
On leaving the cathedral King Peter was
again welcomed with shouts of Long live
the kng!"
After his arrival at the new palace the
king received an address of welcome from
the skupshtina.