The Hague, Feb. 1.
The largest of all national demonstrations of joy at the birth of the mew Princess was held in the main square of the capital last night.
The crowd, estimated at 40,000 persons, stood in the neighbourhood of the Royal Palace and cheered, sang, listened to speeches and admired the huge illuminated golden cradle de-cerating the facade of the Palace.
Huge processions of all national and youth organizations marched through ihe streets bearing torches, while bands played national songs.
Large crowds were still moving about in the city at midnight, inspecting the illuminations and decorations, While dancing, singing and feasting went on in cafes until 3 a.m.—Reuter.
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