Capital Journal

New Etiquette.

One of the most interesting incidents that marked the funeral ceremonies in the senate the other day was occasioned by the arrival of Sir Julian Pauncefote. The president, members of the supreme court and all other visitors entitled to the floor had taken their seats, and the short wait preceding the opening of the services had begun to grow irksome when the main door opened, and Sir Julian, dressed in a close fitting Prince Albert, entered. He took a few steps forward and then paused, while the master of ceremonies announced in a distinct voice, "The ambassador of England to the United States." The pause was momentary. The president and every one present arose instantaneously in their seats! The English diplomat bowed with the easy grace of a man who is not embarrassed by the honors shown him, and with a firm step and erect though respectful bearing passed down the center aisle, past the president and cabinet, to the seat assigned him in the front line of chairs.-Washington Post.