King of Siam to Visit America
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CHULALONGKORK I., King of siam, has notified Hamilton King, United States consul-general at Bangkok, that he would like to pay a visit to the United States in the near future. That the King's dignity may be fully maintained in the eyes of his subjects, it is proposed President MeKinley extend his Majesty a formal invitation to come over seas, and ostensibly be the honored guest of the nation, While this is wholly out-side of the custom of the United States, it is more than probable that the King's wish will be gratified, as he will really