Loyal subjects of the realm, good tidings to you, for I have joyous news. His Purpleness wishes that where there was discord, let there be harmony, and he has commanded that his minstrels shall perform in celebration of Peace in the Kingdom tonight. And by royal decree all shall hear it.
Don garments rich and luxurious, and in your bespangled and bejeweled finery enjoy the blessings being showered upon you when His Purpleness travels with his retinue of lords and ladies, courtiers, maidens, and jesters to the fair city of Baltimore, late the site of most disagreeable affairs. The festivities commence when the bells ring eight times.
