China's New Empress

Shanohai, Feb. 27.- The marriag-e ceremony of the Emperor of China was a most gorgeous though exclusive affair. The foreign diplomats requested the privilege of their respecta to lii.s Majesty, but the tenders were jiolitely decllned. They were entertaint at a banquet by the Ministers, however, and received valuable presenta in honor of the occasion. The splendor surrounding the ceremony and the vast snm expended in carrying out the progTamme is ia inarked contrast to the fact that millions of people are starving in the provinces.