ABSTRACT

Publication of Paul's comprehensive dress code. Paul elected Grand Master of the Maltese Order of the Knights of St John. Guberniia Noble Assemblies discontinued (14 Oct.).

The importation of books or music forbidden. Election of local government officials abolished (except for nobility). Local officials to be appointed by the Senate. Provincial marshals of the nobility to be elected by the county marshals by correspondence. Murder of Paul I by L. Bennigsen, P. A. Pahlen, P., V. and N. Zubov (11 Mar.).