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Miuiy of them were singers from the Imperial Theatre at Moscow. From behind the ikons a fourth golden-clad priest how descended the steps, bearing in his hand a little golden tray. On it were the two rings. These were placed on the hands of the pair bv the Chief Priest, taken off again and exchanged. Once more the voices of the choristers and the intonings of the priests resounded through the church. It was now that the most magnificent part of the ceremony occurred. The two' golden crowns, which glistened with diamonds, rubies and emeralds and were surmounted by be-dinmond crosses, were carried from their rostrum to the Chief Priest. Then, making the sign of the Cross with each, the priest placed a crown above the heads of the bride and bridegroom after they had kissed them, and two groomsmen, who were standing immediately behind, held them in position an inch or two above their heads. A few minutes later—for the crowns were heavy—other groomsmen stepped up and relieved them, and tin's went on for the rest of the ceremony. Once more a priest stepped down from the altar, this time bearing a little golden cup. Tt contained wine, and with this a Communion was celebrated, both the bride and bridegroom drinking of it three times. The voices of the choristers expanded into a paean of joy, and the Chief Priest, taking the hands of the pair in his own, walked round'the golden rostrum throe times with them, intoning a prayer each time they came hack to their original positions. At this moment a burst of sunlight flooded the church, making every colour brighter, every jewel more brilliant. Now the crowns were restored to their cushion, and the priests, followed bv the pair, ascended the steps to the altar, the Chief Priest holding a crucifix aloft. One more prayer was intoned. very loudly and finally, and now the priest was extending the crucifix for the pair to kiss. Afterwards they both, knelt and kissed two painted ikons, then crossing over and kissing that which the other had iust kissed. QUEEN’S KISS. With the ceremony over, the young Princess gave ail inquiring glance to her husband. With a happy smile he took her arm and led her straight to where Queen Alexandra and Queen Olga of Greece wore standing. Both the Queens kissed the young Pride affectionately and Oncen Alexandra grinned the hand of Prince Paul, with a bright smile and a whispered message of congratulation. All the 1 family congratulations which followed took place immediately in front of the I crowded congregation. Thousands of people had assembled round the church by the time they left and cheered the pair as thev drove off.

l \ I o’llc fi Pi»u o F/iiv.,l v ». Mixtuitmsc:E LV o Children like WADE’S WORM FIGS. The finest remedy for that prevalent complaint—worms. 'yyiCSTI.AND RACING QLUB. HOKITIKA. SUMMER MEETING. 1022 CHRISTMAS WEEK 1922. APPROVED PROGRAMME OF EVENTS. FIRST DAY. TUESDAY, DEC. 26. (BOXTNG DAY). 1. —COLDSBOROUGH HANDICAP, of 100 sovs. (i furlongs. 2. —PROVINCIAL HANDICAP, of 120 sovs. 64 furlongs. O.—PACIFIC HANDICAP HURDLES, of 170 sovs. Over seven flights of hurdles, about 3ft Gin high. About, II miles. 4. HOKITIKA HANDICAP, of 200 sovs. lj miles. 5. CHRISTMAS HANDICAP, of 120 sovs. 04 furlongs. o. HIGH WEIGHT HANDICAP, of 150 sovs. Minimum weight. 8 stone. 7 furlongs. 7—ELECTRIC HANDICAP, of 120 sovs. 0 furlongs. B.— GOLDFIELDS HANDICAP, of 100 sovs. 61- furlongs. SECOND DAY. WEDNESDAY, DEC. 27. 1. STAFFORD HANDICAP, of 100 sovs. G furlongs. 2. —COUNTY HANDICAP, of 120 sovs. Minimum weight Gst Tibs. For Apprentice Riders. Tf apprentice 1 iders not available other licensed jockeys substituted, carrying lllbs nanaltv. 7 furlongs. S.—TASMAN HANDICAP HURDLES, of 150 sovs. Over six flights of hurdles, about 3ft Gins high. About 1V miles. I.—WESTLAND CUP HANDICAP, of 250 sovs. 1 mile. i.—SUMMER HANDICAP of 120 sovs. 51 furlongs. S._IITGH WEIGHT HANDICAP, of 140 sovs. Minimum weight, 8 stone. G 4 furlongs. '.—RAILWAY HANDICAP, of 100 sovs. G furlongs. t.—FTNAL HANDICAP, of 120 sovs. 01 furlongs. ALL NOMINATIONS Cl. Nominations for all events close !) p.m. on FRIDAY, DECEMBER Bth. Handicaps for events. First Day, declared on TUESDAY, DEC. 12th. Acceptances close at 9 p.m. on WEDNESDAY. DEC. 20th. For full particulars see N.Z. Referee, November Ist, booklet or sheet programme. D. J. EVANS, Secretary.