The Late German Emperor

Feilding Star, Volume IX, Issue 138, 21 June 1888, Page 2

The Late German Emperor

By Electric Telegraph. — Copyright. [ PER UNITED PRESS ASSOCIATION. | Berlin, June 18. The Dowager Empress Victoria was unwilling that the autopsy of the late Emperor's body should be made, but the Emperor William insisted on its being done in order to satisfy the public. A mortuary service was held in the Boyal Castle on Sunday, at which all the members of the family were present, iooluding the Grand Dowager Empress Augusta. The coffin was sealed, June 19. The Emperor William's four sons, Sir Morel! Mackenzie, the Grand Dowager Empress, the Dowager Empress, the Empress, and the Princess Alexandra were among those who at* tended the funeral service. Prince Bismarck was too unwell to be present. Glorious weather was experienced for the funeral, rendering the military spectacle a, most striking one. A dinner of 150 covers was laid at the Boyal Castle for the attendants at the funeral of the late Emperor, The Emperor William and the Prince of Wales were present. London, June 19. Speaking on the address of condolence, the Marquis of Salisbury rendered homage to one of the highest and noblest mouarchs who ever reigned. Mr Smith said England had watched the wife's conduct of affection with pride. Mr Gladstone said the memories of the deceased formed a great and noble patrimony for the German people.