The Archive · 1921

The Prince in Rome

Rome, July 15.

In spite of the hot weather and hi- fatiguing activities the Crown Prince of Japan is stated to have quite enjoyed every minute of his stay in Rome. During every day of His Imperial Highness's visit, about 6 Japanese officers visited'Rome 'n turn and were guests at dinners given by Italian naval officers, whom the Japanese entertained in return. The closest -camaradene was displayed and enthusiastic toasts exchanged.

The Crown Prince, Prince Kanin, and his suite, to-day visited the Vatican museums and the gallery in the Sistine Chapel, which were pur-peeely closed to the public.

Crown Prince Hirohito, accompanied by Prince Kanin, and his suite left at 7 o'clock this morning for Naples.—Reuter.

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Naples, July 17.

The Japanese Crown Prince arrived here to-day and was received by all the authorities with military honours, while bands play-(ed the Japamese National Anthem. Enthusiastic crowds welcomed the royal visitor.

His Imperial Highness lunched at the admiralty and then visited the Aquarium, afterwards conferring various decorations.—Reuter.

Rome, July 18.

A message from Naples states that Jast night the Japanese Crown entertained the Italian and his} authorities to a sumptuous dinner Princes) aboard the Katori, after which there was a brilliant reception at the Admiralty, which was attended by many prominent residents.—Reuter.

Naples, July 18.

The Crown Prince of Japan left here to-day and received an enthusiastic farewell from a crowd of many thousands. The Katori and the Kashima sailed from the harbour amid salvoes from the forts and cheers from the sailors.

His Imperial Highness sent a wireless message to the King and the Italian people, expressing his warmest thanks for the cordial reception accorded to him.—Reuter.

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