Scotlind by sea instead of rail has given His Majesty's, decision to journey. to pleasure to many thousands of his subjects, who otherwise might probably never have had the opportunity of seeing their King. 'The Western coast was selected for the tour, and stoppages were made at Milford Haven and the Isle of Man. In the latter place the greatest enthusiasm prevailed, and a long day was spent by the Royal visitors in inspecting' Ramsey, Peel, and Douglas, where all the most important points of interest were pointed out to them by Mr. Hall Came, the novelist, who resides in the Island. Before leaving, the King said a few words, showing how thoroughly he had appreciated the warm reception be jhad_met with. The last time he visited was in 1847, "ud then, owing to position of Queen Victoria, the Prince Consort sas the only member of the party who landed. King Edward, who was only seven years old a* the time, said he remembered the occasion perfectly, and the view of the Albert Hill—so called in commem ration of the event—avhich he then saw from the Royal yacht. During the drive to Bishop's Court an incident
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