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—in all twelve grades.

Each was made of sarcenet of a special colour. They were gathered up on the crown in the shape of a bag, and had a border attached. Only on the first day of the year were hair-flowers worn.

12th year, Spring, 1st month, 1st day. Cap-ranks were for the first time granted to the various Ministers, there being a distinction for each.

Summer, 4th month, 3rd day. The Prince Imperial in person prepared for the first time laws. There were seventeen clauses, as follows:—