' C [ SUNDAY, MARCH 22, 1857.1 AND SPORTING CHRONIC [ TOWN EDITION.] The early publication commences at Five o'Clock on Saturday Mornings. Agents for Ireland, Messrs Smith and Son, Eden- quay, Dublin. Foreign Agent, Mr Cowie, St Ann's- lane, General Post Office. "— STAMPED EDITION, SIXPENCE; UNSTAMPED, FIVEPENCE. Office, 170, Strand, EPSOM SUMMER MEETING.— THE TWO FOL- lowing races close and name to Messrs Weatherby, 6, Old Bur- lington. street, or. to the Clerk of the Coarse, oil the first Tuesday in ^ SECO^ D'DAY!— The BEKXINCK PLATE of 50 sovs ( Handicap), for all ^ TLILRD DAY.— The COBHAM PLATS of 50 sovs ( Handicap), for all ages, three * ™ be pai( j at time of entry. HENRY DORLING, Clerk of the Course. AJOliTHAMPTON, 1857. — The following plates J^ l close with Mr Marshall, Clerk of the Course, only, on the evenings before running respectively before 7 o'clock:— . FIRST DAY.- HEB MAJESTY'S PLATE of 100 guineas; three Jear olds Bet 101b, four 9st 21b,. five 9stl01b, six and aged lOst; two miles. The PYTCHLEY STAKES of 5 sovs each, with 40 added from the lund; two year o'. ds 6st61b, three Sit 21b, four 9st71b, five 9stl21b, six and aged lOstllb; mares and geldings and maiden four year olds ana up- wards allowed 31b; the winner to be soldjorSOO sovs ; but if entered to be sold for 250 sovs allowed 31b, if for 200 71b, if for 150 101b. it for 1001/ lb, if for 60 241b, if for 30 281b; allowances to be claimed at the time ot nam- ing: the winner to be sold by auction immediately after the race, and any surplus over the selling price to go to the fund; the New bpencer Plate Course ( five furlongs). „ , , _ .„„„ SECOND DAY— The SELLING- PLATS of SO sovs, added to a Sweep- stakes of 5 sovs each; two year olds 6st 101b, three 8st61b, four 9st 111b, five, six and aged lOst lib; mares and geldings and maiden tour year olds and upwards allowed Sib; a winner in 1857 of the value of OO sovs to carry 31b, of two fifties, or l'JO exclusive of own stake, 51b extra: the winner to be sold for 150 sovs; if entered to be sold for100 sovs allowed 41b if for 80 Sib, if for 60111b, if for 40 201b, if for 30 241b, if for 20 281b; the winner to be sold by auction after the race, and the surplus ( if any; over the selling price to go to the fund; the New Course ( five furlongs). The EARL of SCARBOROUGH. C. C. GREVILLE, Esq. ^ TT Utewards. The Hon FRED. VILLIERS, M. P. F. H. fslewdruH' The Hon C. CUST, M. P. F. H. J THOMAS MARSHALL, Clerk of the Course. THE COVENTRY MEETING, Monday and Tuesday, April 13 and 11. IiE- OPENING of the CRAVEN STEEPLE CHASE, a Handicap of 5 sovs each, 1 ft, to go to the fund, with 100added; the second horse to save his stake, ana the winner to pay 20 sovs towards expenses; four miles, over a fair hunting country, under the usual steeple chase conditions; a winner of a Handicap Steeple Chase, after the weights are published, to carry 71b extra. To close and name to S. Merrv, Leamington, on or before April 1. Five horses to start, or only half the money added, Lord LEIGH, C. N. NEWDEGATE, Esq, M, Count BATTHYANY, Capt DUFF, S. MERRY, Clerk of the Course. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT TERSALL, Hyde Park- corner, to- morrow ( Monday), without reserve: A capital driving PHAETON, in good condition. loney a Stewards. \ I7INDS0R STEEPLE CHASES will take place w v on Friday and Saturday, April 3d and 4th, 1857. GRAND MILITARY, with 100 sovs added. HUNTERS' STAKES, with 25 sovs added. SWEEPSTAKES of 5 sovs each, with 25 added. SELLING STEEPLE CHASE of 5 sovs each, with 25 added. GRAND MILITARY WELTER of 20 sovs each, with 50 added. The above stakes ( conditions of which may be had on application) close at Oxley's printing office, Windsor, on the 26tli instant. Corresponding Steward, Captain Bulkeley, Windsor. W. CRAVEN, Esq, First Life Guards, 1 H. LYON, Esq, Second Life Guards, Lord GARLIES, Rojal Horse Guards, I H. WILKIN, Esq. Eleventh Hussars, ^ Stewards. The Earl cf SEFTON, Grenadier Guards, I HENRY SEYMOUR, Esq, Windsor, I Capt BULKELEY, Windsor, J Subscriptions received by Mr Richard Oxley, Express Office, Windsor. F LYMOUTH SPRING RACES will take place on Friday, May 1,1857. , „ - - - - i, open to all V II ueciilieu, vviwi IVU auucu, i IIU > H » C ui/ iow ' " » VT , start, and 40 if three start; the second to save his stake; distance about three miles and a quarter, over a variety of fences. To close and name to Mr John Hex, Clerk of the Course, 22, Hoe- street, Plymouth, on or before 25tli March; handicap to be published as soon after as possible, and the acceptances to be declared t o the Clerk of the Course on or before lath April The HUNTERS' STAKES of 5 sovs each, 2 ft, with 20 added, for horses bona fide the property of persons residing in Devon or Cornwall, which have been in their possession at least three months previous to the day ot starting; gentlemen riders; 12steach; the winner of any steeple chase, hurdle " or other race, to carry 101b extra; heats, once round and a distance ; second horse to save his stake. To close and name to Mr J, Hex, Clerk ofthe Course, on or before Tuesday, 2Sth April. A HURDLE RACE of 3 sovs each, 1 ft, with 20 added; entries to be made at the weighing house within half an hour after the Steeple Chase is run ; to be handicapped on the course; once round and a distance, over six flights of hurdles. The winner of the Steeple Chase to pay 2 sovs for weights, and of the other races 103 each; 10s to be paid on the nomination of each horse for the Steeple Chase, and 5s each nomination for the other races. The entrance money to be paid at the time of entry, or the nomination will not be taken. Three horses to start, or the public money willnot be given. Kb person will be allowed to ride unless attired in proper costume. Each jockey to declare his colours at the time of entry, and no alteration to be made, under a penalty of 1 sov. Rules and regulations as at Ascot, Goodwood, and Newmarket, will be enforced as far as they are applicable at this meeting, of which the committee shall be the sole judges ; and all disputes that may arise on this or any other point to be settled by the committee, or whom they may appoint, and their decision to be final. Walking over or receiving forfeit to be considered winning. Pea and thimble tables will not be allowed on the course. The Clerk of the Course will not be answerable for any money paid to him on the course. All stakes to be paid before starting, or not entitled, although a winner. The horses to start at 12 o'clock. Major JONES, 54tli Regiment,"! at ™ -.,!- V. P. CALMAbY. Esq, J & tev'ards' Mr JOHN HEX, Clerk of the Course, Hoe Gate- street, Plymouth. THE HOO RACES will take place on Saturday" April 18, 1857. Ages in January. Each race to be ridden by gentlemen riders, according to Goodwood Articles. In the Farmers' Plate, by farmers, their sons, or gentlemen riders, as above. The FARMERS' PLATE of 40 sovs, given by the Hur. t, to be run for by horses bona fide the pronertv of farmers occupying not less than 80 acres of land, within the limits of Lord Dacre's Hunt; the horses to have been the property of the persons starting them from the 1st of January last up to the day of running; to be handicapped by the Stewards, or whomsoever they may appoint; to be ridden by farmers, their sons, or gentlemen riders, according to Goodwood Articles; to close and name at the White Hart Inn. Welwyn, to Mr Wynn, on Saturday, the 11th of April, and the horses shown at the same place, between the hours of 2 and 4, on Tues- day, the 14th; once round; the second horse to receive 5 sovs from the club. The HUNTER3' STAKTS of 10 sovs each, with 25 added, for horses the property of members of the Herts Hunt Club, whidh have been regularly hunted by a member with Lord Dacre's Hounds, from the 1st of Decem- ber to the 1st of March; no horse to have been in a public training stable within six months of the day of running: a winner of anjP race, excepting farmers'plates, to carry 51b extra; list 71b each; once round; qualifica- tions to be decided by Lord Daere; money not added if a walkover; to close and name at the White Hart Inn, Welwyn, to Mr Wynn, on Satur- day, the 11th of April. SUBSCRIBERS: C. E Prime, I W. J. Blake I Felix Pryor. J. S. Leigh, I W. Wilsliere I The CLARET STAKES, of 15 sovs each, 10 ft, with 25 added by the club, for horses to be namedby members oftheHer tsHuntClub; three year olds, 3st 71b, four lOst 101b, live and upwards list 51b ; the winner to be sold for not less than 200 sovs; once round, about a mile and a half; gentle- men riders, according to Goodwood Articles; half- bred horses, bred in Herts or Beds, allowed 101b; to close and name to Messrs Weatharby, on Tuesday, the 7tli of April; two to start, or no raGe. SUBSCRIBERS: T. T. Drake Fordwich R. M. Hoare Dacre William Reid C. C. Hale Tichfield L. Ames W. H. F. Cavendish Cowper Verulam The SELLING STAKES of 5 sovs each, with 25 added; three year olds 9st 71b, four list 21b, five list 91b, six and aged list 121b; mares and geld- ings allowed 31b; the winner to be sold for 100 sovs, by auction, after the race, and the surplus ( if any) to go to the fund; if entered to be sold for 80 sovs allowed 51b, if for 70101b, if for 6014lb, if for 50 211b; half a mile. To close and name to Messrs Weatherby, on Tuesday, the 7th of April. Three to start, or public money will not be added. SUBSCRIBERS : Dacre I W. Wilsbere I E. H. Wood Jno. Villers Shelley C. C. Hale C. Longman William Reed I T. Rogers . , The SCURRY STAKES of 5 sovs each, tor all horses, carrying list 71b jach; half a mile; the winner to be sold for not less than 40 sovs. To close and name to Mr Wynn, at the White Hart Inn, Welwyn, on Satur- day, the 11th of April. SUBSCRIBERS : T. T. Drake L. Ames H. Meux Dacre Felix Pryor T. G. Simpson Verulam W. J. Myers S. R. Block William Reid ,, , , „ BEATEN HORSES STAKE.— A Purse of 10 sovs, given by the club, for the beaten horses in the Farmers' Plate; to be handicapped by the Stewards, or whomsoever they may appoint. Colours to be declared at the time of naming, under a fine of 10s; and no horse allowed to start for any race until his stake has been paid into the hands of the person appointed to receive it. Winners of the Claret, Selling, and Scurry Stakes, to be sold by public auction after each race ; the surplus to go to the race fund. The decision of the Stewards upon all points to be considered final. Subscriptions and forfeits received by Mr Ames, at the Hoo, after 11 o'clock, and the stakes will be paid over to the different winners by him immediately the races are over, at the same place. Earl of VERULAM, Lord* DACRE^' [ stewards. WILLIAMREID, Esq, J THE NORTH WARWICKSHIRE HUNT AND HENLEY- IN- ARDEN STEEPLE CHASES will take place on Monday, March 30th, 1857, over a splendid hunting country round Beau- desert Mount, Henley- iii- Arden. The FOREST STAKES of 2 sovs each, with 10 added. 1 Entry closes The TOWN STAKES of 3 sovs each, with 20 added. J March 28. The NORTH WARWICKSHIRE HUNT STEEPLE CHASE of 1 sov each, with 50 added. Entry closes March 27. ' I he FARMERS' STEEPLE CHASE, for a purse of 30 sovs. Entry closes 27th. General WINDHAM, MARK PHILIPS, Esq, / JOHN BAKER, Esq, > JOHN WORTHINGTON, \ Captain JENINGS, J For rules and regulations apply to Mr G. Blower, Clerk of the Course. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, to- morrow ( Monday), the property of a gentleman: 1. SCHAMYL. 5 years old, brother to Hospodar, by Hetman Platoff out of Infidelity, & c 2. THE DUKE, 3 years old, by the Hero out of The Queen, & e. Also four superior HORSES, have been regularly hunted, driven in harness, and ridden as chargers. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner to- morrow ( Monday), without reserve, the following first- class HORSES, sold in consequence of the dissolution of partnership between Messrs Thos. and Jas. Mason : 1. THE SERF, 1 steeplechase 2. LIBERATOR, J horses. 3. HIGHFLYER. 4. LUCIFER. 5. RED JACKET. 6. VAULTER. 7. MESSENGER. S. UNCLE SAM 9. SPORTSMAN. 10. THE THIRD HORSE. 11. THE MISER. 12. HARLEQUIN. 13. CAVALI ER. 14. MARGERY DAW. 15. ANDREW WYKE. 16. GRASSHOPPER. Also, about THIRTY capital SADDLES and BRIDLES, CLOTH- ING, & c. IMPORTANT SALE of HORSES at BEL VOIR, near Grantham.— Messrs WOOD are honoured with instructions from his grace the Duke of Rutland, to SELL by AUCTION, on Thurs- day next, the 26th day of March, 1857, at the Peacock Inn, Belvoir, THIRTY- SIX valuable HUNTERS, hacks, and young horses, many of which are of first- class quality, well known in the Belvoir Hunt, and in excellent condition. And the following CARRIAGES, viz, a britzka, a brougham, and a cab. Particulars maybe obtained on application to the auctioneers, Grantham. The sale to commence at 2 o'clock. TVTORTHAMPTON RACES.— The following valu- JJ% able horses will be offered for SALE bv AUCTION ( unless previously disposed of by private contract), by HOLLO WAY and SON, at the George Hotel, Northampton, cn the morning of the first race day, Wednesday, the 25tli March, 1857, at 12 o'clock to a minute, viz, 1. OLYM PUS. 4 venrs old. 2. QUEEN OF THE MAY, 3 years old, by Catesby out of Olympus's dam, 3. MERRY LASS, 2 years old, by King Cole out of the Maid of Burleigh ( Candlewick's dam). Any gentleman having horses of a similar character to dispose of, will find this an excellent opportunity, in which case the auctioneers would beg to recommend an early announcement, Stewards. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL. at Hyde Park- corner, to- morrow ( Monday), the following thorough bred STOCK, & c, the property of a gentleman: 1, THE MUMMY, chesnut horse, byMemnon out of Mouche, by Emiliua oat of Mersey, by Merlin, & c: his stock are very clever. 2. HAPPY GO LUCKY, brown mare, by Confederate, dam by Din- mont; winner of several steeple chases; in foal to The Mummy. 8. YALLOW GAL, cliesnut mare, by Mundig; in foal toThe Mummy. 4. COLT, 2 years old, by The Mummy, dam by The Cure, her dam by Y. Priam out of a mare by Bobadil out of Zo< 5, by Orville. 5. CHESNUTYEARLINGiCOLT, by TheMummyoutofYellowGal. 6. BROWN YEARLING FILLY, by The Mummy out of Happy go Lucky. 7. SKEWBALD HORSE, S years old, by the late Sir H. Hunloke's Spanish horse out of a well bred mare. 8. WOODPECKER,. 5 years old; a clever hack, and likely to make a superior hunter, 9. BETTY MARTIN, rising 6 years old; a clever hack, and likely to make a superior hunter. Also, a HACK, by Velocipede, and a clever PONY, 12 hands high. CHARLBURY STEEPLE CHASES will take place on Saturday, March 28th, 1857 ( two days after Moreton- in- Marsh) i A FREE HANDICAP of 40 sovs, added to a Sweepstakes of 5 sovs each, closed ; weights published, and acceptances declared. The HEYTHHOP HUNT CUP of 5 sovs each, p. p., with a Cup added, for horses that have been regularly hunted with the Hevtlirop Hounds ; gentlemen riders ; list 71b each ; a winner of any steeplechase or hurdle race 71b, twice 141b, thorough bred horses 51b extra : about three miles. To close and name to Mr R. W. Sheppard, Bell Hotel, Charlbury, on or before March 26th. The SELLING STAKES of 3 sovs each, with 20 added; list 71b each; the winner to be sold for 80 sovs ; if entered to be sold for 60 sovs allowed 71b, if for 40 141b, if for 20 211b ; about three miles; the winner to be sold by auction, and any surplus to go to the fand. To close and name as for the Hunt Cup. The winner to pay 2 sovs towards expenses. The usual steeple chase rules will be observed. All disputes to be set- tled by the Stewards, whose decision shall be final, and without appeal. Four horses to start in each race, or the publie money will not be added. The Stewards' ordinary at the Bell Hotel after the races. The Earl ofCOVENTRY, ^ SjLMPW. S. HUTCHINSON, Bart, Utewards. A1 HENRY ELWES, Esq, C. T. LINDOW, Esq, TAYISTOCK STEEPLE CHASES AND RACES will take place on the 5th and 6th May, 1857. The WEST DEVON STEEPLE CHASE HANDICAP of 5 sovs each, 2 ft, with 50 added, free for all horses. To close and name to Mr Andrews, Clerk of the Course, on or before April 6th, and acceptances to be de- clared on or before April 23d. The TAVISTOCK STEEPLE CHASE of 2 sovs each, with 25 added. The horses to be handicapped on the course. The WHITCHURCH STEEPLE CHASES of 1 sov each, with 10 added. SECOND DAY.— The MINING STAKES of 3 sovs each. 1 ft, with 20 added. A HURDLB RACE of 3 sovs each, 1 ft, with 20 added. The CONSOLATION STAKES of 1 sov each, with 10 added. For further particulars see handbills. Hon GEO. BYNG, M. P., 1 - , HENRY CLARK, Esq., / Awards. Mr W. ANDREWS, Clerk of the Course. NNUAL SALE of the ALTHORP STUD YEARLINGS.— To be SOLD by AUCTION by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, on Northampton Race Course, on Thursday, March 26, 1857 ( the second day of Northampton Races), one hour previous to the races, without reserve, the following YEARLINGS, the property of a nobleman, who bred thetn : 1. A BROWN COLT ( brother to Glenmasson), by Cotherstone out of Annette, by Priam, & o. 2. A BAY COLT, by Newcourt out of Fontange, sister to Far- thingale, by Cotherstone out of Cloak, & c. 3. A BAY COLT, by Drayton out of Gussy, by Plenipo out of Ninny, by Bedlamite, & c. 4. A CHESNUT COLT, by Newcourt out of Treacherous ( dam of The Sheriff Perfidious, Treachery, & c), by Pantaloon, & C. 5. A CHESNUT COLT, by Newcourt out of Lady Gay Spanker ( Domino's dam). 6. A BROWN FILLY, by Newcourt out of The Ladye of Silverkeld Well ( the dam cf Ondine and Child of the Mist). 7. A BROWN FILLY, by Newcourt out of Furbelow, by Cother- stone out of Valance, by Sultan, & c. 8. A BAY FILLY, by Newcourt out of Polyxena Dacia's dam), by Priam, & c. 9. A CHESNUT FILLY, by Newcourt out of Peeress ( Lady m Waiting's dam), by Priam, & c. 10. A BAY or BROWN FILLY ( sister to Polydore), by Cotherstone out of Polydora, by Priam, & c. 11. A BAY FILLY, by Cotherstone out of Kernel, by Nutwith out of Gr. en Mantle, by Sultan, & c. 12. A BROWN FILLY ( sister to Pumicestone), by Cotherstone out of the Duchess of Lorraine, by Pantaloon, & c. N. B. Newcourt is by Sir Hercules out of Sylph, by Spectre, her dam Fanny Leigh, by Castrel, & c. The above yearlings can be seen at any time on application to Thomas Wilson, stud groom, Althorp Park, Northampton. N" ORTHUMBERLAND.— HEXHAM STEEPLE CHASES ( in consequence of the Tynedale Steeple Chase Han- dicap not filling) are POSTPONED to the 16th of April 1857. The TYNEDALE STEEPLE CHASE HANDICAP of 5 sovs each, p. p., with 80 added. Entries to close on the 8th of April. The CORINTHIAN STERPLE CHASE of 2 sovs each, p. p., with 15 added. Entries to close on the 8th of April. Post entries 1 sov extra, to go to the race fund. / The STEWARDS' STEEPLE CHASE of 2 sovs each, p. p., with 20 added. Entries to close on the 8th of April. Post entries 1 sov extra, to go to the race fund. The HACK STAKES of 1 sov each, p. p., with 10 added. To close at the post. MICHAEL BROWN, Hon Secretary. rg^ HE MASTERSHIP of the CRAVEN HOUNDS, JL tobekeptat Hungerford, Berks, is VACANT, and theCommit- tee will be happy to hear from any gentleman wishing to undertake the same. Applications may be addressed to W. C. Merriman, Marlborough, Wilts. VALUABLE COPYHOLD PROPERTY, at HEDNESFORD, in the parish of Cannock.— To be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs GILLARD, at the Talbot Arms Inn, Rugeley, on Thursday, the 26th day of March, 1857, at 3 o'clock in the afternoon ( subject to eonditions of sale to be then produced), all those TWO substantially- builtDWELLING HOUSES, barn, stable and outbuildings, together with five eloses of excellent arable, meadow, and pasture land, in the several occupations of MrFlintoff, Thomas Wallbank and John Jenkins, and containing altogether 8A 2B ISp, or thereabouts. The above property being pleasantly situated in the village of Hednes- ford, is eligible for a training establishment, or for building purposes, and worth the attention of persons desirous of investing in landed pro- perty, The whole may be viewed on application to Mr Flintofl', the tenant, and any further information obtained from Mr Ginders, land agent, Ingestre, or from Messrs Blair, Jervis, and Gould, of Uttoxeter, vendor's solicitors. ALWALTON, Huntingdonshire. To LET, that substantial stone- built RESIDENCE called ALWAL- TON HALL, surrounded by 22 acres of park- like land, with lawn and walks, pleasantly situated in the centre of the Fitzwilliam Hunt, close to the river Nene, and within five miles of the city of Peterborough, from whence there is railway communication with all parts of the kingdom. This compact hunting BOX contains an entrance hall, spacious drawing, dining, and breakfast rooms, six ^ principal and five secondary sleeping rooms, housekeeper's room, kitchens, cellars, and other domestic offices. There is also attached an excellent stable for eight horses, coach house, and lodge cottage. Possession may be had at Lady Day next. For fur- ther particulars apply to Messrs Bristow and Son, auctioneers, Peter- borough. HAPPEN DEN RACES will take place on Friday, May 22. The Two YEAR OLD STAKES of 5 sovs eaeli, with 50 added; colts 8st71b, fillies and geldings 8st 21b; a winner of any race previous 51b, two or more 71b extra ; T. Y. C, This race closes to Mr John Eylis, secretary, Post Office, St Albans, or Messrs Weatherby's, on May 5, by half- pint 8 o'clock in the evening of that day. The ILARR- ENDEN HANDICAP of 5 sovs each, 3 ft if declared on or be- fore Mav 5. with 50 added. To name and close to Mr John Eylis. secre- tary, Post Office, or Messrs Weatherby's, on or before April 21. Weights to be published in Bell's Life, May 3. Full particulars will be published in Bell's Life, April 5. Admiral ROUS, WILLIAM REID, Esq, C. E. PRIME, Esq, I Sfeward, J. B. LAWES, Esq, f stewards. J. G. LEIGH, Esq, T. LEIGH. Esq, C] MONDAY NEXT.— BIRMING- HAM ANNUAL STEEPLE CHASES will take place at Sutton Coldfield. on Tuesday next, March 24. A SELLING STEEPLE CHASE of 3 sovs each, with 15 added, for horses carrying list each; the winner to be sold for 100 sovs; if entered to be sold for 60 sovs allowed 71b, if for 40 141b, iffor 20 211b; a winner in 1857 to carry 51b, twice 91b extra; the winner to be sold by auction after the race, and the surplus, if any, to go to the fund; two miles. A SCURRY HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE of 5 sovs each, 1 ft, to go to the fund, with 25 added; the winner to pay 5 sovs towards expenses; two miles. The 1 sov to be paid at the time of naming, or the entry will not be received. The above steeple chases close and name on Monday evening next, March 23, by 7 o'clock, to the Clerk of the Course, Star Inn, Dale End, Birmingham. The weights for the Scurry Handicap will be published as soon as possible after. Entries by telegraph promptly attended to. All stakes to be paid to the Clerk of the Course, or such person as he may appoint, at the Three Tuns Hotel, Sutton Coldfield, by 12 o'clock on the morning of the steeple chases. WILLIAM SCHOLEFIELD, Esq, M. P. o Capt R. C. 5HOLMES, 10th Hussars, Ut.,„„[ ls JOHN FIFE, Esq, 10th Hussars, f fete wards. J. CHAD WICK, Esq, 9th Lancers J Mr R. « JOHNSON, York, Judge and Handicapper. Mr JNO. S HELDON, Jun, Clerk of the Course. Mr W. ELLIOTT, Starter. BEMBRIDGE, Isle of Wight.— To be LET, FURNISHED, either by the year or for a term as may be agreed upon, MARINE LODGE, standing in its own grounds, with lawn, shrubbery, and terrace walk to the sea. The house is replete with every requisite comfort and convenience, having recently undergone most substantial repairs and alterations, as well as ornamental embellish- ments, regardless of expense. An excellent garden, with cottage, coach house, and stable, with a never- failing supply of excellent water. The situation is not to be surpassed in the Isle of Wight, both fpr its land and sea views. The good anchorage near the property, and its contiguity to Brading Harbour, render it admirably adapted for yachting, & c. To view apply to Mr David Jacobs, Bembridge; and for particulars to Messrs Fisher and Son, land agents, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, mo SPORTSMEN.— To be LET, FURNISHED, JL with immediate possession, BRYN, in the parish of Llanymowddy, Merioneth, a comfortable and desirable RESIDENCE, beautifully situated on the banks of the river Dovey, celebrated for its trout and salmon. The house consists of dining and drawing- rooms, four best bed- rooms, good attics and offices, with stable, coach- house, and out- buildings. There is a good garden and orchard; and twelve acres of meadow and pasture land may be had if required. The tenant will have the privilege of sporting over the Bryn estate, celebrated for woodcocks, and on the sheepwalks attached to the property, where there is good grouse shooting. For further particulars apply to William Wilding, Esq, solicitor, Montgomery. ETTON HALL, Rutland.— To be LET, and entered upon at Lady Day next, KETTON HALL, with capital stabling and convenient out offices, lawn, gardens, fishponds, planta- tions, hot and green- houses, and 33 acres of excellent pasture and mea- dow land, late in the occupation of the Right Hon Lord Burghley. Ket- ton is situate about three miles and a half from Stamford, the Midland Railway passes through the pairsh, it is in the Cottesmore Hunt, and within reach of several other packs of hounds, and well suited for the residence of a gentleman. For particulars, apply to Mr Brown, solicitor, Uppingham, Rutland. M ANSION HOUSE, GROUSE SHOOTING and SALMON FISHING.- To be LET. in Ayrshire, the MAN- SION HOUSE of ALTON ALBANY PARK, FURNISHED, with shooting over nearly 8,0u0 acres, along with the fishing in the river Stincher, which runs through the estate. The shootings have been strictly preserved, and afford good sport at grouse, black game, partridges, hares, & c, & c. For further particulars apply to Mr Alexander Blane, Alton Albany, Barr, by Girvan, Ayrshire. I^ ALING, Middlesex, with park of 40 acres.— A . A desirable HOUSE, with coach- houses, stabling, gardens, and park of 40 acres of old pasture, with ornamental timber, streamlet of water, & c, to be LET, UNFURNISHED, on lease. Lahee and Wood, agents, 65, New Bond- street, W. GRANTHAM STEEPLE CHASES WIN take on Thursday, April 2d, 1857. OPEN TO ALL ENGLAND.— A SWEEPSTAKES of 5 sovs each, witli 50 added: the second horse to save his stake; the winner to pay 5 sovs toward the Fund; over about four miles of fair hunting country; four year olds to carry list 41b, five 12st, six and aged 12st71b; a winner of any race to carry 101b extra; of two or more races 211b. To close and name the colours of the riders and pay the entrance money to Mr Bushby, stationer, Grantham, on or before Wednesday, the 1st of April, at 8 o'clock in the evening. The GRANTHAM STAKES of 2 sovs each, with 20 added; over about three miles of fair hunting country; for maiden horses which have been in possession of the present owners three months prior to the race, and belonging to persons residing within 15 miles ot Grantham; the winner to pay 2 sovs towards expenses, and the second horse to save his stake; four year olds to carry list, five list 71b, six and aged 12st. To close and name to Mr Bushby, under the same regulations as the previous race ; beaten horses for the first race, properly qualified, will be allowed post entrance for this race ; all disputes to be settled by the Stewards, or whom they may appoint, and their decision to be final. Ages from the 1st of January. The jockeys to be shown the ground at 10 o'clock; to start at 3 precisely. K NIGHTON HUNT STEEPLE CHASES, to JLJL. take place within a short distance of the town, on Wednesday, the 8th of April, 1857, over about three miles of the finest country in England. A SWEEPSTAKES of 4 sovs each, half forfeit, with 80 added; the second horse to receive 7 sovs out of the stakes, providing there are 10 entries, the third horse to save his stake; if less than 10 entries, the second horse to save his stake only; for horses that have been regularly hunted for at least six times with the following packs of hounds, viz : Ludlow, United, Ledbury, Hereford, Kington, Monmouthshire, Gog- terddan, Tivyside, Shropshire, Albrigliton, and Mr Evelyn's Harriers, aving been the property of the present owner for at least six months previous to the day of entry; weights, four year olds lOst Clb, five list 21b, six and aged 12st; horses that have ever won a public steeple chase ( hunt steeple chases excepted), or that have been in a public training stables within three months of the day of starting, to be disqualified ; the winner of the first race of the Union Hunt Steeple Chase, Hereford, in the years 1856 or 1857, to carry 211b, a winner of any other hunt steeple chases 71b extra; to be ridden- by gentlemen who are subscribers to either of the foregoing hunts} riders who have never ridden the winner of a steeple chase before starting to be allowed 51b: certificates of quali- fication, to be signed by masters or huntsmen of either of the above- named hunts, to be produced at the time of entry, on Tuesday, the 31st day of March, 1857, to Mr Williams, V. S., at the Cliandos Arms Hotel, Knighton, on or before 8 o'clock p. m., when the 2 sovs forfeit, with 5s for weights and scales, must be paid, and the colours named; the remainder of the stakes to be paid to the secretary, at the Chandos Arms Hotel, Knighton, on or b. efore 8 o'clock p. m., on Tuesday, April 7, 1857. " A SWEEPSTAKES of 3 sovs each, with not less than 15 added; three i-^- j^ ar olds 9st 91b, four lOst 91b, five list 61b, six and aged list 121b; the winner to be sold for 150 sovs; if entered to be sold for 100 sovs to be allowed 71b, if for 80 101b, if for 60 141b, if for 40 181b, and if for 30 211b: any surplus over the selling price to go to the funds; qualifications and penalties in this race the same as in the first. CoNDiTiOJfs.— The usual steeple chase rules will be strictly enforced, and all disputes to be finally settled by the Stewards or whom they may appoint: three horses to start in each race, or the public money will not be added; the entries to close and the colours named on the 31st of March, and no horse Will be allowed to start unless ridden in colours, and the colours at the time of entry under a penalty of 1 sov to the race fund; horses to stand at an inn or stables of a subscriber of at least 1 sov ; horses to be plated bv smiths only who are subscribers of at least 5s, or will be disqualified although/ Winners. No booth or standing to be erected on the course, unless by a subscriber of at least 1 sov. By order of the Committee, W. E. WILLIAMS, V. S., Hon Sec. An ordinary wilUake place at the Chandos Arms Hotel, immediately after the races. -]\ TUNEATON STEEPLE CHASES. These JJl events will take place about the 16th of April next, over the usual course.— Full particulars will be advertised next week. SHOOTING. Any gentleman having a well known MOOB in Scotland, or an extensive range of English SHOOTING, well stocked with game, and who may be desirous of an additional gun, the advertiser would be happy to JOIN him, provided an arrangement, mutually satisfactory, can be made. The advertiser would not object to take good shooting ground with any gentleman of steady habits who may be willing to join him. Address P. P., at Messrs Layton's, 150, Fleet- street, London. . TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, on Monday, 30th March, the following well- bred HORSES, the property of a gentleman going abroad: 1. FREDERICK, chesnut horse, 5 years old, by Archy out of Aus- tralia, by Langar out of Emigrant's dam ; winner of several races, and likely to make a valuable stallion, or a splendid charger. 2. WELLSBOURNE, brown horse, half bred, 8 years old, by Catesby, dam by Saracen out of Councillor's dam ; winner of several races, and an excellent hack. 3. DISRAELI, brown horse, 5 years old, by Newcourt out of Elec- tricity ; likely to make a country stallion. 4. MAID OF NEWLAND, brown mare, 5 years old, by Calmuck out of Hygeia ; has carried a lady. 5. BROWN MARE, 5 years old, by The Cardinal, dam by Bolero out of Carrots, by Juniper; has been ridden with hounds. 6. FOOTSTEP, chesnut mare, 5 years old, by Footstool, dam by Bedlamite ; in foal to Mathematician. 7. BAY FILLY, 3 years old, by Newcourt out of Plicebe, by Touchstone. 8. CHESNUT MARE, 4 years old, by Red Deer out of Nautila ; has been ridden hack. 9. BAY FILLY, 3 years old, by Chabron out of Sarcasm ( Satirist's dam). 10. BAY MARE, 4 years old, by The Hydra out of Dove, by Gla- diator, & c. 11. CHESNUT MARE, 4 years old, by The Hydra out of Syrup, by Venison, & c. 12. BAY MARE, 4 years old, by Flatcatcher, dam by Lanercost out of Maid of Measham's dam ; has been ridden with hounds. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- JL TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, on Monday, March 30th: X A BROWN GELDING, up to any weight, nearly 16 hands high, 8 years old, perfect in all his paces and temper, and unexcep- tionably handsome; the property of a lady, whom he has con- stantly carried, both in the parks and country, for the last twelvemonths. Parted with for no fault. Also, to be SOLD, from the same stable: 2 A BROWN MARE, 15 hands 3 inches high. 8 years old; an ex- cellent saddle horse, very rapid and safe action, fine willing temper, very handsome, and suited for either the parks or coua try. Parted with for no fault. Both horses to be seen at Messrs Tattersall's, Hyde Park- corner, from the 27th to the 36th March ( the day of sale). mo be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- JL TERSALL, Hyde Park- corner, on Monday, 30th March, the pro- perty of a gentleman giving up hunting: The SOUTH UNION HARRIERS, consisting of TEN COUPLE of steady and fast hounds, about 20 inches high, and well known in Lincolnshire. They have shown capital sport up to the pre- sent time. Also, TWO superior HUNTERS, have been regularly ridden with the hounds. CHELTENHAM.— To be SOLD by AUCTION, by JAMES VILLAR, at the Plough Hotel, on Thursday, April 2d, commencing punctually at 3 o'clock in the afternoon, the following valuable HORSES, in consequence of the owner living up the master- ship of the Cheltenhan Staghounds: 1. EFFENDI, brown gelding; a perfect hunter, up to 14 stone, has carried a lady to hounds, bred bv the owner. 2. OH FIE! 6 years old, by Plenipo out of Lady Constance, by Muley Moloch; a perfect hunter, has carried a lady, bred by the owner. 3. AXA, by Venison out of Maurice Daly's dam; a perfect hunter, and the winner of several races. 4. LUCY GLITTERS, bay mare; a perfect huntress. 5. LEAP YEAR, by Melbourne; a good hunter, has been regularly ridden by a lady. 6. RUM MY BIRD, by Envoy; a perfect hunter, bred by the owner. 7. SQUM, by Muley Moloch; a perfect hunter, has been driven in harness. 8. LAD Y BIRD; a perfect hack, and has carried a lady. 9. BLACK PONY, 14 hands high; remarkably clever, and goes in harness. Also, a large quantity of superior CLOTHING, SADDLERY, & c. N. B. The above lot of horses are for absolute sale, and may be seen on application to the groom, at the Cheltenham Staghounds' Kennels, at any time previous to day of sale. 1, Portland- street, Cheltenham, March 17,1857. TO be SOLD by PRIVATE CONTRACT, the following BLOOD STOCK: 1. MOTLEY, a bay mare, by Pantaloon out of Touchstone's dam; in foal to Osbaldeston. 2. A BAY MARE, by Springy Jack out of Motley, 4 years old; served by Bucolic. 3. A CHESNUT FILLY, by Bran out of Motley, 3 years old, own sister to Llanvorda; unbroke. 4. A BROWN MARE, by Faugh a Ballagh out of The Era, by Camel, granddam by Middleton, winner of the Derby; served by Bucolic. 5. A BAY FILLY, 2 years old, by Cossack out of Lot 4; unbroke. 6. A BROWN YEARLING FILLY, by Rochester( son of Rockingham) out of Lot 4. 7. A BAY COLT, by Cossack out of The Era, 2 years old; Hnbroke. 8. A CHESNUT YEARLING COLT, by Osbaldeston out of The Era. For particulars of price, and to treat for the same, apply to Mr. Thos. Thomas, Cynynion, near Oswestry, Salop. OLSTEIN CARRIAGE HORSES. — The First Arrival this Season.— Mr REA has received a consignment of several PAIRS of the above HORSES, colours bays and browns, 5 and 6 years old, with high knee, action, well adapted for noblemen's or gentlemen's carriages. Now on view at JREA'S CENTRAL REPO- SITORY, St Georse's- road, Newington. H( PHAETON HORSES and HACKS.— On SALE, A PAIR of powerful DARK BROWN GELDINGS, 6 years old, 15 hands 1 inch high, with high action, both good hacks, and quiet in single harness. A PAIR of BROWN GELDINGS, 5 years old, 16 hands high, good steppers, and good- looking. A PAIR of YELLOW BAY HORSES, 5 and 6 years old, 18 hands high, both fast in harness, and step well. On view at REA'S CENTRAL HORSE and CARRIAGE REPO- SITORY, St George's- road, Newington. mUESDAY'S SALE.— Mr REA will SELL by JL AUCTION, on Tuesday next, SEVEN harness HORSES, mostly 6 and 7 years old, out of constant hard work, and for positive sale, the property of one person.— REA'S CENTRAL REPOSITORY, St George's- road, Newington. o ART STALLION.— On SALE, a very superior DARK BROWN CART STALLION, rising 6 years old 16 hands 1 inch high, on very short legs, with capital feet, and well adapted for the foreign market, or to breed through dray horses, of the old Leicester sort: or would make a fine cross with light mares. On view and sale, at the GREAT CENTRAL HORSE and CARRIAGE REPOSITORY, Newington, within a mile of the London bridges. rilUESDAY'S SALE.— Rea's Central Horse Kepo- JL sitory, Newington.— Mr REA will offer for SALE, on Tuesday next, at 12 o'clock, about ONE HUNDRED HORSES, consisting cf hacks, chargers, hunters, cobs, & c; also pairs of carriage, phaeton, and buggy horses, also upwards of twenty Belgian cart horses, suited for farm and other draught work, many of which are for unreserved sale. Sales, five per cent; keep, 3s per night. Payment any day after the second from the sale.— N. B. Within one mile of the London bridges. STALLION.— To LET for the season, the tho- rough bred HORSE THE VITAL SPARK, by Prizefighter out ot Wildfire, by Jerry, her dam by Velocipede. The Vital Spark is 7 years old, 16 hands high, with great power. He may be seen at the Hall Farm, Somersall, three miles from the Uttoxeter, Sudbury, and Ro- cester stations ; on Wednesday, 25th March, at the King's Head, Derby; and on Saturday, the 28tli, at Mr Cope's, Ashbourn.— For further par ticulars apply to Mr Cope, veterinary surgeon, Ashbourn. IF G. H. HUGHES, Painter, & c, that left home five years ago, will COMMUNICATE his address or whereabouts to William Hughes, 91, Westborne- street, Pimlico, London, South West D, he will hear of something greatly to his advantage. STALLIONS.— Messrs Barrow's Stud Paddocks, Newmarket, and Repository for the Sale of thorough- bred Horses by Private Contract.— The following popular stallions will serve mares at the above paddocks the ensuing season 1857: ROBERT DE GORHAM, by Sir Hercules out of Duvernav, by Emi- lius out of Varennes, sister to Quadrille, by Selim, at 20 guineas each mare, groom's fee included. He is the sire of many winners. ALARM, by Venison out of Southdown, by Defence, at 15 guineas each mare, groom's fee included. Alarm won the Cambridgeshire Stakes, the Claret Stakes, and the Ascot Cup, beating Orlando, Jericho, Wolf- dog, The Baron, Oakley, and Bishop of Romford's Cob. He is the sire <> f Torxient, Winkfield ( the winner of the Ascet Cup), Pitapat, Com- motion, Amorous Boy, and many other winners. His stock won thirty races during the last year. THE BLACK DOCTOR, by The Doctor out of Betsy Bird, by Vol- taire, at 10 guineas each mare, and half bred at 5 guineas. The Biack Doctor won the Eglinton Stakes at Doncaster, the Warwick Cup, a stake at Richmond and at Chester, and was second for the Chester Cup and the Dee Stakes, besides winning several other races. The following horse is for sale: HERMES, by Bay Middleton out of Dispatch. All applications to be made to Messrs Barrow, veterinary surgeons, Newmarket, Every attention will be paid to all mares sent to Messrs Barrow, and foaling mares will receive their professional services. The best accom- modation can be had, with loose boxes, good pasturage, private paddocks ( if required), and a succession of green crops. No horse or mare to be taken from these paddocks until all expenses are paid. STALLION.— Catterick.— GOORKAH will serve mares at Mr C. Pybus's stables for the season 1857; thorough- bred mares at 5 guineas, and 10s the groom; halt- bred mares at 3 guineas, and 5s the groom. He is by Annandale out of Fair Jane, by David; 15 hands 3 inches high; a good brown, clear of white: perfectly sound, enormous powers, splendid action in all his paces. His performances will show he has won and beat all the best horses in his year, and at all distances. At three years old, won Liverpool Cup, beating Goldfinder, Chief Justice, Harbinger, Missive, Cariboo, Alp, and siany others. nWon Warwick Cup, beating Adine, Little Harry, Ibex, Sackbut, and Black Doctor. Won the Queen's Plate at Doncaster, beating Ilex, Gossip, Grape., hot, and Meutmore Lass. Won the Caledonian Cup, beating Harricot, Friars' Hall, and The Black Doctor. Same place, next day, won tke value of 95 sovs, beating Braxey, Pugorrock, Auchinleck, Radulplius, Worcester, and Bird Trap. Ran seeond to Kingston for the Northumberland Plate, beating Goldfinder, RedLion, Little Jack. Garth- forth, and many others in the race. At York, for the Great Ebor, ran fourth to Pantomime, Nabob, andCatspaw, beating Newminster, Adine, Revolver, Lord Fauconberg, Barbette, Peggy, and a great field. Ran second to Balrownie for the Caledonian St Leger, equal weights. He met with an accident, when three years oldf in his foot, which put an end to his racing career, GoorkaH cannot fail in getting first- class horses. Good accommodation for mares and foals at 10s per week; corn at market price. All expenses to be paid, before the mares are taken away, to Mr C. Pybus. Further information to be had of Mr C. Winteringham, Richmond; and Mr C. Pybus, Catterick, Yorkshire. ^ TALLION.— For the Season, 1857, at Bonehill K_? Stud Farm, one mile from Tamworth, where there arel^ sta- tions on the Midland and Trent Valley Railways, FLY- BY- NlSHT at 10 guineas each mare, groom's fee included. Fly- by- Night was bred by Mr Bowes, in 1853, and is by the Flying Dutchman ( winner of the Derby and St Leger in 1S49), out of The Flapper, by Touchstone ( winner of the St Leger in 1834); granddam Mickleton Maid, by Velocipede; great granddam Maid of Lune, by Whisker; great great granddam Gibside Fairy, by Hermes; Vicissitude, by Pipator: Beatrice, bv Sir Peter; Pyrrha, by Match'em, & c. The Flying Dutchman is by Bay Middleton ( winner of the Derby in 1836) out of B< irbelle, bySaudbeck; Darioletta, by Amadis; Selima, by Selim, & c. It will thus be seen that Fly- by- Niglit's blood combines, in an extraordinary degree, both speed and endurance, being in a direct line from all the great running families, from which the best horses of the present day are descended. That he was himself the best horse of his year was fully proved by the style in which he won twice in one day at Ascot, beating both Yellow Jack and Cannobie, the second and third horses in the Epsom Derby. He is a dark brown, clear of white, on a short leg, with immense power and substance, and is, perhaps, the best and truest shaped horse in the king- dom. There is excellent accommodation for mares and foals, and every attention will be paid them, under the personal superintendence of Mr Robinson. Hay and grass 19s per week, corn ( if ordered) at the market price. Ail demauds to be paid before the removal of the mares. Apply to Mr William Robinson, veterinary surgeon, Bonehill Stud Farm, near Tamwerth.— Feb 24th, 1857. STALLIONS.— At Croft Stud Farm, near Darling- ton, CHANTICLEER, at 20 guines a mare, and 1 guinea to the groom. Chanticleer is the sire of Vengeance, who won the Cesarewitch in 1856, and. ran second for the Cambridgeshire in the same year, car- rying 8st 21b, St horses starting. LORD OF THE ISLES, at 12 guineas a mare, and 1 guinea to the groom. Lord of the Isles is by Touchstone, dam Fair Helen, by Pan- taloon, granddam Rebecca, Alice Hawthorn's dam. Lord of the Isles was a first- class race horse, winning the Two| Thousand Guineas Stakes, and other large racss, beating large fields at two and three years old. From his superior breeding and fine symmetry he cannot fail to become a first- class sire. Hay and grass at 10s per week. Corn, if ordered, at the market price. All expenses to be paid before the mares are taken away. There is every accommodation for mares and foals, and the land is of first- rate quality, with plenty of roomy loose boxes. Every attention will be paid to mares sent to the above horses, by T. Winteringham, proprietor of the Stud Farm. Any communication addressed to T. Winteringham, Croft, near Darlington, will receive immediate attention.— N. B. The Croft Station on the York and Newcastle Railway is within three hundred yards of the Stud Farm, where mares can be taken off. STALLIONS.— Rawcliffe Paddocks, near York. SI DUTCHMAN. The subscription is full. E, at 20guineas, 20 mares. NEWMlNSTfR, at 15 guineas. C0NNAU< JHT RANGER, and WINDISCHGRATZ, 5 horses; halHr'e^ S^ g^ elsIa^' 1" 3 Sm'ed ^ tbeS6 thfe* t. nni? Hi; oi?'^ AFNT' by Taurus out of Mona, by Partisan, at 5 guineas Hunger- ford,'& c. maie3 3 gulneas each- He ia the sire ef Bolingbroke, Besides a limited number belonging to the company. Apply to Thomas Baitson, stud groom. QTALLION.— VORTEX, Martha Lynn ( own brother t by Voltaire out of Rm(„„ „ • , I> yiin ( own brother to Voltigeur, also own brother to Barnton, the sire of Fandango, & c), will serve mares at the Angel- street Stables, Northampton, at 5 guineas and 10s the groom; halt- bred marea at 3 guineas. Vortex is a rich dark brown, without white, stands 18 hands, on short legs, possesses immense bone and muscular power, is perfectly sound, and is a very sure foal- getter. Good accommodation tor mares, with or without foals, at 10s per week.— Apply to Mr Merrick, veterinary surgeon, Northampton. 1 QTALLION.— CHABRON, by Camel out of Fanny. by Whisker. & c, one of the best bred horses in England, wili srand at Duddmg Half Farm, Willesden, four miles from the Marble t, r .,' v y( ie Pa, r, k- Chabron is a dark buy, without white, lsi hands high, tree from blemish, and peculiarly adapted for breeding good riding or puaeton horses, out of half bred mares, us he has good knee action. Jttis stock, both thorough bred and half bred, are very promising. Thorough bred mares. £ 5 5s. half bred ditto £ 3 3s, and 5s the groom. Further particulars of Mr Peate, Dudding Hill farm, Wiflesden, STALLIONS.— IDLE BOY, by Harkaway out of Ioj ® ' by Sir Hercules, sire of Pretty Boy, Mary, and Shelah, at Ashton Paddocks, near Lancaster, 30 mares, besides those of his owner, at 25 guineas a mare. HAZELNUT, by Nutwith out of Maoremma; at 5 guineas a mare, a the same place. Wm. Robinson, groom. VOLUNTEER, by Itliuriel out of Abaft; at 8 guineas a mare, a Wrougbton, near Swindon. William Truelove, groom. STALLION — Bodicott Paddocks.— WOOLWICH, by Chatham out of Clementina, by Actaeon, will terve thorough bred mares at 7 guineas, and 10s the groam. and a limited number of half bred at 3 guineas, and 5s the groom. He is the sire of Greenwich Fair, winner of the Lincoln and Nottingham two year old races. Hay and grass at 12s a week; corn, if ordered, at the market price. All expenses to be paid before the mares are taken away. The land is of firr-. t- rate quality, with plenty of loose boxes. QTALLION.— LOUP GAROU, 30 mares ( besides kl? those of his owner and lessee), at 15 gxineas each, and 1 guinea the groom. He is the sire of The Coroner and Lambouru, and is likely to become the most fashionable stallion of the dav. He is . of good size and colour, with immense nower, and is by Lanercost out of Moonbeam, by Tomboy. Hay and grass 12s'per week, and corn on the ' usual terms. Expenses to be paid before any mare is removed. Apply to W. Hadley. stud groom, DefFord, nearPersliore. STALLION GRECIAN.— At Theobald Stud Farm, Stockwell, Surrey, three milesfrom Hyde Park- corner, GRECIAN, Epirus out of Jenny Jumps, at 10 govs a mare; he is half brother to Pyrrhus the First, stands 16 hands high, with great substance; coiour, chesnut. His stock are very large and raciag- like; can be seen at the 8tables, with the sire. Hay and grass for barren mares at 12s per week. All expenses must be paid before the mares are removed. Apply to the stud groom on the premises. STALLION.— Season, 1857.— At Mr Marmaduke Walker's, Addington Lodge, near Croydon, PTOLEMY, by Pyrrhus the First out of Celeste, by Muley Moloch out of a Velocipede marc, her dam by Comus out of Flora, by Camillus, & e, & c, will serve thorough bred mares at £ 10 10s, and half bred mares at £ 5 5s, groom's fee included. The horse ( whose stock is very promising) will attend on application, within a circuit of 10 miles. STALLION.— KING of TRUMPS, by Velocipede out of Mrs. Gill, by Viator, at 10 sovs and 10s the groom, dams of winners 5 sovs and 10s groom, at the Turf Tavern, Dringhouses. King of Trumps, in addition to being a good race horse, is one of the soundest horses that was ever trained, a consideration of the greatest importance to breeders, yet too often overlooked; hence the number of infirm horses which cannot bear training. STALLION.— For SALE or HIRE, for the season, MASTER SLENDER ( late Sir Charles Napier), by Pica- roon, dam Miss Mathews ; black horse, remarkably hanasome. He is the winner of several races ( see Calendar), and likely to make a first- rate country stallion.— Apply to Mr Henry Herbert, Powick, near Worcester. TO be SOLD, by PRIVATE CONTRACT, a four- year old SUFFOLK CART STALLION, from Catling's noted stock— bright chesnut, 16 hands high, good symmetry. Price £ 120.— Apply by letter, addressed C. E„ care of Mr Laking, 26, Half- moon- street, Mayfair. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, on Monday, 80th March, the fol- lowing weight carrying HORSES, well known in Essex and Suffolk, the property of a gentleman: 1. MISS BLOOMER: a perfect fencer. 2. BARMAID; a perfect lencer, and quiet in harness. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, on Monday, March 80th : BLACK JACK, one of the handsomest and finest . going cab or brougham horses in London; well known about town; six years old. 7 stable. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, on Monday, 6th April, without reserve: FLY BY DAY, roan colt, 2 years old, by The Flying Dutchman out of Forlorn Hope, by Charles XII, out of Baleine, by Whale- bone, & c. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, on Monday, 6tli April, the fol- lowing HORSES, have been hunted two seasons in Leicestershire, the property of an efficer ordered abroad : 1. SORCERER, brown gelding, 6 years old, by Plantagenet; a per- fect hunter, and has been ridden as a charger. 2. SHILLELAGH, chesnut gelding, by Shamrock, dam by Planta genet; a superior hunter and hack. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, on Monday, April 6th, the following superior HUNTERS ( well- known with the Duke of Beaufort's and the V. W. II.), HACKS, and HARNESS HORSES, the property of a gentleman: 1. BRUSH. 2. BABY. 3. THE GEM; has carried a I lady with hounds, 4. ANTELOPE. 5. QUARTE RMAIN. | 6. SIR ROBERT. 7. SAGO. 8. BROWN BESS. 9. SALTCELLAR, a hack. 10. PARIS, 1 harness horses, 11, PEACOCK,/ with fine action. HARRIERS.— TO be SOLD bv AUCTION, by Messrs BRETHERTON and HARRISON, at their Repository, No. 1, Cheapside, Birmingham, on Thursday next, the 26tli March, 1857, if not previously disposed of by private treaty, the BROMSGR0VE HARRIERS, consisting of ten couples of working hounds, two couples of young hounds, entered and worked part of last season. Also, FOUR COUPLES of PUPPIES, average height, 16 inches. Further particulars may be had on application to Francis Watt, Esq, Bromsgrove. CARRIAGE SALE,— LUCAS'S, Liverpool. TWENTY- SIXTH ANNUAL SALE of CARRIAGES, on Wed- nesday, April 8th, 1857; two hundred carriages and sixty sets of harness. Entries to be made as soon as possible. LUCAS'S, Liverpool.— Select Sale.— MessrsLUCAS and Co beg to intimate to noblemen and gentlemen having HUNTERS and . other valuable HORSES to dispose of, that their next SELECT SALE will take place On Thursday, April 2d, 1857. Full descriptions of all horses intended for this sale must be forwarded immediately, and the horses must be sent to the repository two days prior to the sale. Stalls cannot be retained after 10 o'clock on Tuesday. SHOOTING.— To LET, a first- rate SHOOT over about 1,200 acres, strictly preserved, situated close to the Eden- bridge station, within one hour of London, on the Dover line. For fur- ther particulars apply to H. R„ Post Office, Edenbridge, Kent. SHOOTING WANTED over from 3,000 to 6,000 acres ; the nearer London the better; the Great Western line pre- ferred. Address, A. B. C., care of Mr Purdey, gunmaker, 314J, Oxford- street. WANTED ( county Norfolk preferred) to RENT or PURCHASE, a GENTLEMAN'S RESIDENCE, not too large, but affording very good SHOOTING, and surrounded by good preserves. For terms and particulars address to A. B. C„ Mr Jackson's, gunmaker, Edward- street, Portman- square, London. THE ASSEMBLY ROOM at YARMOUTH, Norfolk, to LET.— The followisg to be SOLD or LET, i. e., a WHALE, 40 feet long, now exhibiting in Mile End- road, London ; a sea devil; an eagle; and a diorama of the Rhine. A first- rate chance for Apply to J. Crowe, Howard- street, Yarmouth. TO VETERINARY SURGEONS.— To be DIS- POSED OF, a first- class PRACTICE of upwards of twenty years' standing, in one of the largest towns in England. The present pro- prietor is giving it up for reasons which will be satisfactorily explained. This being a first- rate opportunity for any gentleman desirous of com- mencing business in a large town, and with an extensive and highly respectable connection already formed, applicants will be required to give respectable references to insure a reply.— Address A. L„ care of Mr C. Mitchell, publisher, & c. Red Lion court, Fleet- street, London, E. C. WANTED, a SITUATION as HEAD GAME or PARK KEEPER, by a steady, active, married man, aged 31; is a good shot, and fully competent to rear game and destroy vermin, & c. Can have a good character from the situation he is leaving. Address, T. C., Post Office, Overton, Hants. WANTED, by a gentleman of fifteen years' ex- perience, a SITUATION to MANAGE a STUD FARM belong- ing to a nobleman or gentleman, either at home or abroad. Would not object to the management of hunters.— Address to E. H., Mr Newton's, saddler, Grainger- street; Newcastle- on- Tyne. WANTED, a SITUATION as GROOM, by an ac- tive young man, who perfectly understands the management of hunters, brood mares, entire horses, and breaking young horses. A good rider across any country. Can drive if required. No objection to any part. Direct, L. Y.. 11, Park- lane, Piccadilly. WANTED, a SITUATION as GAMEKEEPER, or KEEPER and BAILIFF, by a middle- aged man, who un- derstands trapping of vermin, breeding and management of pheasants, guarantee to rear 95 out of 100 birds, and a good shot; also breeding and management of stock, heavy and light soil draining, & c. Character un- exceptionable. Address, J. G„ at Mr Goacher's, Batchelor's Farm, Itclungfield, near Horsham. GAMEKEEPER,— WANTED, A SITUATION as HEAD GAMEKEEPER, by a married man, age 36. Has been five years in his present situation, and leaves with a good character. Understands his business in all its branches, of tearing pheasants, breaking dogs, destroying vermin, & c. Apply to A. B„ Post Office, Doncaster. GAMEKEEPER.— A married man, with a small incumbrance, wishes for a SITUATION as GAMEKEEPER; he understands the rearing of pheasants and every tiling connected with his business. Can have a good testimonial from his present employer, and give satisfactory reasons for leaving. Apply to A. Z., at Messrs W, and B, Brooke's, Lincoln. REPOSITORY, Barbican.— Contract Cart Horses. — To be SOLD by AUCTION, by Mr J. GOWER, on Friday next, March 27, without reserve, TEN useful, powerful CART HORSES, which have been employed on a contract at the City Saw Mills. Sold in consequence of the same having expired. The above are direct from hard and daity work, and worthy the notice of persons requiring horses for immediate use. On view two days prior. REPOSITORY, Barbican.— Harness Horses.— Mr J. GO WER will SELL by AUCTION, on Friday next, March 27, the property of one person, about TWELVE useful, seasoned HORSES, averaging from 5 to 7 years old, adapted for brougham, clarence, phaeton, and other harness purposes. On view two days prior. TWYFORD STATION.— To Railway Contractors, Builders, and others.— Important sale of Railway Materials.— Mr J. GOWER has been directed by Mr A. W. Ritson, the extensive contractor, to SELL by AUCTION, on the Railway Works, Twyford Station, on Tuesday, April 7, commencing at 11 o'clock precisely, on ac- count of the number and value of the lots, about FORTY HORSES, con- sisting of young match teams of greys, bays, browns, and chesnuts, some extraordinary tip horses, and many powerful for one- horse cart work; sixty nearly new earth waggons, timber carriages, rubbish, water, and other carts, a pile- driving engine, witli two rams and three crabs, three 40 feet derricks, quantity of guy ropes; about one hundred lots of yellow pine, Memel deals and battens, and about two hundred lots of other timber; temporary brick buildings, comprising smiths' and wheelwrights' shops, with their tools, stabling erection for thirty horses, with brick fronts and paving; the brick- built office, with compartments and fittings; cottagc as erected; about six thousand sleepers, large quantity otl, 2,3, and 4 inches elm planking, thirty tons of scrap, bar, and other iron, quantity of cart and waggon wheels and axles. & c, & c, & c, which have been employed in making the Twyford and Henley branch of the Great Western Railway; sold in consequence of the same being now completed. On view two days prior. Catalogues had at the Catherine Wheel Inn, Henley; Broadface Inn, Reading; Bear Hotel, Maidenhead; on the works, Twyford Station, Great Western Railway; and of Mr J. Gower, auctioneer and valuer, Repository, Barbican. TO be SOLD, GRAMPIAN, own brother to Stilton. He is a very fine horse, possessing great power and action, and likely to make a valuable stallion. Can be seen at Mr F. Robinson's Farm, on application being made to Mr Thomas Meakin, groom, Drayton Manor, Tamworth. FOR SALE.— RED ROSE, 6 years old, by John o' Gaunt out of Arethusa, by Elis. TREACHERY, 5 years old, by Melbourne out of Treacherous, by Panta- loon. ROMEO, aged, by California. For price, & c, apply to Mr T. Hughes, Epsom, where they are to be seen. G REYHOUND S. For SALE, No. 1. A BLACK DOG, by Long's Lablache out of Colonel Clowe's Compact, June, 1855. No. 2. A BLACK BITCH, by Lawrence's Lopez out of Bagge's Royalty ( sister to Tendresse), June, 1855. No. 3. A BLACK BITCH, a sister of the same litter as Lady Clara, May, 1855. Their blood and appearance has induced their owner, who bred No. 1 and No. 2, and reared them all, to arrive at full maturity before being coursed; they have, therefore, not yet seen a hare, but have been regu- larly exercised daily, and are in fine condition. Further particulars mav be had of W. Webb, Bell Hotel. Worcester. HARRIERS.— A gentleman giving up his hounds wishes to DISPOSE of ELEVEN and a; HALF COUPLES. They have been carefully bred and regularly hunted. Chiefly of pure southern blood. For further particulars, & c. apply to Mr Bird, 13, Regent- street. TO SPORTSMEN.— For DISPOSAL, a large. handsome, BLACK and WHITE POINTER DOG, 4 years old; will stand, back, drop to shot and hand. Also, a liver and white spaniel dog, 4 years old; one of the best rabbit and water dogs in England, Also, a very large handsome liver coloured retriever dog, 2 years old; never retrieves till told, stays well at heel, and perfect retriever by land or water. The above are the property of a gentleman declining shooting. No dog dealer need apply. Price of the pointer £ 5, of the spaniel £ 2, of the retriever £ 5. Letters addressed Mr Alfred Onions, care of Mr Dowell, 56, Dudley- street, Birmingham, will be attended to. JVT STALLIONS.— At Mr Gulliver's, Swalcliife, near Banbury, ARCHY and MAGNES, at 10 guineas each mare: dams of winners of 100 sovs half price. Archy is by Camel ( sire also of Touch- stone), dam Garcia, granddam of Kingston, who serves at 25 guineas each mare. > Iagne3 is out of Loyola's dam, own brother to Loadstone ( who won upwards of 5,000 sovs in st akes), and full brother in blood to Orlando, both being by Touchstone, both their dams by Langar, and the granddam of Magnes ( Olvmpia) is the great granddam of Orlando, who serves by private subscription. To breeders, therefore, who are desirous to obtain that blood, Magnes must be an acquisition. Also, ETHELBERT, at 5 guineas each mare. He is by Faugh- a- Ballagh out of Espoir, by Liverpool; of great size and power, and was a good game horse ( vide performances). Any gentleman sending three mares bona fide his property to the above horses, can jhave one served gratis. Good accommodation for mares and foals, with boxes and excellent pasturage. All expenses to be paid before the mares are removed. STALLIONS.— At Alvediston, London Elm, Wilts. — JOE LOVEL, by subscription; thirty mares, beside those of his owner, at 12 guineas each, and 10s 6d the groom. He i3 the sire of many winners, including Noisv, & c. Also, at the same place, UMBRIEL, by Melbourne or Touchstone out of Verbena, by Velocipede, at 7 guineas each, and 10s 6d to the groom. Half bred mares half- price. Hay and grass at 10s per week; corn, if ordered, at the market price, Alveaiston is about 12 miles from Salisbury, and five from Woodyates, where there are plenty of good loose boxes and fine grass land. Sub- scriptions taken at Messrs Weatherby's; or of George Randall, stud groom, on the premises. Further particulars may be known of Mr William Day, Woodyates, Salisbury. Twenty subscriptions have been taken. QTALLION.— GROSVENOR, by Touchstone out KJ/ of Miss Beverley, by Stockport ( brother to Elis), will serve mares this season at Aldford, four miles from Chester, at 5 sovs each mare. Grosvenor was a first- class horse, and is more like old Touchstone than any one of his sons ; his stock are possessed of great bone and substance. He will serve a few half- bred mares at a low figure. STALLION.— PAPAGENO, by Birdcatcher out of Sister to Wanota— Cassandra, by Priam ; one of the hand- somest horses in England, 16J hands high, with enormous bone and substance, perfectly sound and good- tempered; at £ 6 6s a mare; hall breds half price. Apply to Mr Sherrard, Bridge, Canterbury. Ample accommodation for foaling mares, & c. STALLION. — SWEETMEAT, 35 mares at 15 guineas ( besides the owner's). He is sire of Mincemeat, winner of the Oaks in 1854, Nettle and Mincepie, winner of the Oaks in 1856, Citron, Lundyfoot, Angelica, Trifle, and a host of other first- rate horses. Other particulars in former advertisements. Apply to Mr Eyke, Stantoa Shiffnal, Salop. STALLION.— ROCHESTER, by Chatham out of The MargTavine, will serve thorough bred mares this season at 6 guineas each, halt bred mares £ 2 5s, groom's fee included. Good accommodation for mares and foals. Apply to Mr J. Ward, Fountain Inn, Bedford. STALLION.— At Berry Hill Farm, Stoke- upon- Trent, ; THE UGLY BUCK, at 8 guineas each mare, groom's fee included; a few half bred mares at 2J guineas, and 5s to the groom.— Apply to Mr Joshua Parlby, as above. STALLION GREYHOUND.— JUDGE, at 10 guineas. Apply to Joseph Irwin, 26, Lowtlier- street, Whitehaven. STALLION GREYHOUND.— LARRISTON is at the service of the public at £ 5 5s each bitch. For particulars apply to Wm. Wignall, Star Inn, Skipton- in- Craven, Yorkshire. STALLION GREYHOUND.— MARCH, at £ 2 2s} a black ticked Dog, good size, with great muscular power. He is by Figaro out of Manto ( the dam of Mantua).— Apply to Owen Jones, Joiners' Arms, Conway. STALLION GREYHOUND.— KliSG LEAR, winner of the Waterloo Cup, 1857, by Wigan out of Repentance, at the service of the publie, at 10 guineas. Apply to Mr Wm, Wilson, soda water manufactory. Dumfries. STALLION GREYHOUND,— BLACKCAP ( own brother to Restless, hv Dutchman out of Alice) will serve bitches at 10 guineas. Winners or dams of winners only 6 guineas. For perform- ances see Thaclier." Apply to Mr S. Cass, Thirsk, Yorkshire. STALLIONS.— For season 1857, at Plompton Hall, near Harrogate and Knaresborough, York:— HOBBIE NOBLE; thorough bred mares 10 guineas each; if not full, a few half bred ones will be taken at half price. KNIGHT of GWYNNE, by Gilbert Gurney out of Seaweed, by Slane; blood mares 6 guineas; half bred half price. DAMASK, by Touchstone out of Moss Rose, own sister to Velocipede, by Blacklock; blood mares 6 guineas each; half bred half price. The celebrated roadster THE FLYING BUCK, at £ 2 5s each. " Good accommodation for mares and foals at usual prices; and for further particulars apply to T. Groves, as above, the owner. ROLAND, by The Saddler'out of Executrix, own brother to Inheritress; This horse will stand at Mr Lambert's, the Trafford Hotel, Stretford- road, Manchester. These horses are of a first- class description, and worthy the attention of judicious breeders. Catalogues sent by post on application as above. ASTIFFS.— A BLUE BRINDLE DOG and BITCH WHELP, nearly twelve months old, and a dog seven months old, three brindie puppies, six weeks old'; worthy the attentien of any one desirous of possessing dogs of the above scarce breed, matchless for size and character. Can be seen with the parent stock, by applying to Jos. Batters, Mr Lukey's, Morden, Surrey, five minutes' walk from the station. STALLION.— To serve mares this season, 1857, at Reasby Hall, near Lincoln, the property of and bred by Mr Thomas Chambers, TARQUIN, at £ 2 10s, and 2s 6d the groom. Tar- quin, own brother to Sir Richard, was got by Orlando, dam by Negotia- tor, granddam by Sir Lancelot, great granddam by Delpini, & c, & c. Or- lando, sire of Tarquin, is the best and most successful son of the cele- brated Touchstone, as his stock fully testify, being the sire of the noted Teddington, and many other first- class horses. Orlando's winnings in one year amounted to the enormous sum of £ 10,555. The stock of Tar- quin are possessed of substance, quality, and colour, seldom witnessed, and promise to become horses of great value, his foals having sold for as much as £ 100 each. Grass for mares at Reasby Hall at 7s per week, and every attention paid them. Particularsas to circuit on cards. DOGS.— For SALE, TWO exceedingly handsome and small black and tan SPANIELS. Apply only by letter," L. M., 65, Harmood- street, Camden Town. BEAGLES.— WANTED, FIVE OR six COU- PLES of BEAGLES, not to exceed 14 inches in height.— Address to the proprietor of Dyeer's, Dublin, stating lowest price. YACHTS of a superior class, tonnage various, continually on SALE PRIVATELY. Particulars of yaehts on sale received in confidence from vendors, and communicated in like man- ner to intending purchasers only, by the undersigned ( established 1840, previously with the late Mr George Robins). Ceely's yachting cards are obtainable at the British Hotel, Cockspur- street; the Estate Exchange, 2, Prince's- street, Bank of England ; at Garraway's, Change- alley, Corn- hill ; and at, or post free from, 5, Mountague- place, PSplar, London. E.— JOHN T. CEELY. FIRST CLASS YACHTS FOR SALE. 1. One of the fastest 50- ton clippers afloat, coppered and cop- per fastened, only three years built, and the winner of numerous prizes. 2. A 50- ton FORE and AFT SCHOONER, one season launched, very fast, and a splendid sea boat, - well found in every respect. 3. A 50- ton CUTTER, coppered and copper fastened, a splendid cruising vessel, in complete order, and ready for sea at a few days' notice. 4. A 40- ton CUTTER, a well- known vessel, both as a racer and sea- going cruiser, fully found in every respect. 5. A 35- ton CUTTER, one of the ablest and strongest built vessels of her class afloat, admirably found and fitted. For particulars apply to the secretary, Royal Western Yacht Club, Ireland, 113, Grafton- street, Dublin. FOR SALE, the beautiful CUTTER YACHT AMAZON, 44 tons, o. m., 46 tons new ( R. T. Y. C.) measurement, the winner of many prizes, and well known as one of the best vessels of her class afloat. She is conveniently and handsomely fitted, and has a most abundant outfit of the best quality, and in excellent condition; she is a capital sea boat, and will be found a very eligible vessel both for cruising and racing purposes. Now lying in the East India Dock, and may be seen by applying to T. Walker, the captain, on board. Particu- lars and copy of inventory, may be obtained of the secretary of the Royal Thames Yacht Club, Bedford Hotel, Covent- garden. ALDRIDGE'S, St Martin's- lane.— Wednesday's Sale.— To be SOLD by AUCTION, on Wednesday next, the 25th inst, the property of a gentleman: YOUNG CHAMPION, a ehesnut Suffolk cart STALLION, of good pedigree, and a sure stock- getter; he is a clean- legged, active horse, and a good worker in harness. A BAY CART GELDING, 17 hands high, of perfect symmetry, clean- legged, active, and a good worker. A thorough bred BAY GELDING, 15 hands 1 inch high; just broke to saddle, and likely to make a beautiful park li* ick. On view Monday, Tuesday, and morning of sale. ALDRIDGE'S, St Martin's- lane, London.— PUBLIC SALES by AUCTION every Wednesday and every Saturday throughout the year, commencing at 11 o'clock precisely. ONE HUNDRED and EIGHTEEN HORSES are submitted to public competition on each of the above days, by Mr MATTAM, the auctioneer; comprising active and powerful horses from the stocks of Messrs Wim- bush and Co, Mr Joshua East, Messrs Withers and Co, Mr Coatsworth, and other jobmasters, suitable for broughams, clarences, double and single harness; carriage horses, hunters, and hacks, from the studs of noblemen and gentlemen; ladies' horses, cobs, and ponies for riding and driving. On Saturdays, in addition to the horses, a great variety of phaetons, broughams, clarences, dog- carts, and gigs, with sets of double and single harness, saddles, and bridles. All property should be received two days before either sale day, for publie view and insertion in the catalogue. ALDRIDGE'S, St Martin's- lane.— Riding School in Belgravia.— To lee LET, a superior RIDING SCHOOL, in sub- stantial and ornamental repair, in the centre of the above fashionable locality; stabling can be let with it if desired. A lease will be granted, and a moderate premium required, Mr Mattam, of Aldridge's will furnish any further particulars. YACHT FLIRT to be SOLD, holder of the Chal- lenge Prize in the Prince of Wales Yacht Club, value 100 guineas, which will be the property ol her owner if won again by her. She is newly built, by Harvey and Co, Ipswich, has sailed two matches and won in both, beating the Little Mosquito and others for the Challenge Prize. Her inventory is complete, consisting of lead and iron ballast, one main, two fore, three topsails, four jibs, and a full complement of necessary stores. To be sold by order of the executors of her late owner. For further particulars apply to C. F. Chubb, Esq. Hon Sec, P. W. Y. C., 14, South- square, Gray's Inn. TWENTY TON YACHT for SALE, very hand- some model, cabins fitted in wainscoat oak, water closet, & c; coppered, lately launched,_ an_ d can be ready in a week. For price, & c, > pe: apply to Messrs Wanhill Poole, Dorset. TO be SOLD, a fast cutter YACHT, fully found; built by a first- rate firm, and launched in 1854. 20 tons. Cabin dines eight people. Apply J. A., Esq, Pembroke, South Wales. ALDERNEY and GUERNSEY COWS and HEIFERS.— EDWARD PARSONS FOWLER, of Jersey, will have a herd of FIFTY for PRIVATE SALE, at Mr Gower's City Re- pository, Barbican, London, on Monday, March 30, and two following days. The monthly sales are, as usual, the last Monday in every month throughout the year. ALDERNEY and GUERNSEY COWS and HEIFERS.— M. FOWLER, sen, Little Bushey, Watford, Herts, will have ON SALE, privately, at the Red Lion- yard, Paddington, on Monday next, the 23d instant, a choice of THIRTY- FIVE newly- calved and down- calving COWS and HEIFERS, all warranted direct from the islands, en route to the farm.— N. B. M. F. is the only importer on whom reliance may be placed with regard to the genuineness of stock passed from his hands, he purchasing no stock in England. His monthly sale will be, as usual, the first Monday in every month. J TO NOBLEMEN, GENTLEMEN, and BREEDERS of SHEEP— To be SOLD, a very handsome black and white four- horned RAM for stock, apply to Mr Jones, 5, Rose- street, Long- acre To be seen, and for terms, HAWKING.— The admirers of this ancient sport Can be supplied with HAWKS, hoods, bells, & c. Apply to Mr Peli's, falconer, Horkwold, Brandon, Norfolk, PIPING BULLFINCHES.— Just arrived, an im- mense number of the above wonderful BIRDS, piping from one to three tunes. Price 10s to £ 3 each. Also an immense number of Belgian canaries; first quality, cocks 10s each, hens 5b; second quality, cocks 7s 6d, hens 3s each. German metallic cages, the largest stock in England, of light and elegant designs, richly enamelled; price 20 per cent under any other house,- ROBERT GREEN, 154, Kingsland- road, STALLIONS.— At Middle Park, Eltham, Kent, one mile and a half from the Blackheath Station, North Kent line. KINGSTON, by subscription of 35 mares at 25 guineas each, besides those belonging to his owner. NEASHAM ( sire of Heroine, winner of the Yearling Stakes at Shrews- bury), at 8 guineas; half bred mares half price. MARSYAS, by Orlando ( if not sold), at 6 guineas; half bred mares half price. Hay and grass 10s per week; barren maree, with corn, 14s j foaling mares, 18s. N. B.— The ANNUAL SALE of the Middle Park YEARLINGS will take place at Middle Park, June 3d, by Messrs Tattersall, Full parti- culars in future advertisements. STALLION.— At Harwood Lee, near Bolton- le- Moors, the thorough bred STALLION, DEAR ME ; thorough bred mares, 5 guineas each; half bred mares, half price. Dear Me is the very best bloods f the present day, being by Melbourne out of Ennui, by Bay Middleton out of Blue Devils, by Velocipede ( the dam of Saun- terer). Dear Me is a rich dark bay, with black legs, stands full 16 hands high, with short legs, and of great power, and has proved himself a sure foal- getter. All communication respecting the above to be addressed to Mr T. W. Redhead, Bolton- le- Moors.— N. B.: Every accommodation for brood mares and foals, the proprietor having spared no expense to secure every comforts Hay and grass at the usual prices. Corn at market price. STALLIONS for SEASON 1857.— At Cawston Lodge, near Rugby, Warwickshire: IRISH BIRDCATCHER, 40 mares ( besides those of his owner and lessee) at 20 guineas each mare, groom's fee included. WIND HOUND, the sire of Lady Hawthorn, a limited number of mares, at 12 guineas each mare, groom's fee included. OULSTON, a limited number of mares, at 10 guineaa each mare, groom's fee included; half- bred mares 5 guineas. Hay and grass at 10s per week, corn ( if ordered) at market rates. All expenses to be paid before the mares are taken away.— For particulars apply to William Hemming, stud- groom, Cawston Lodge, Rugby Robert Biack, agent to Lord John Scott, Toft, Dunchurch. STALLION GREYHOUND— MASQUERADER, _ fawn dog ( formerly called Imitator), at £ 3 3s. He is by Motley out of Mocking Bird, and one of the fastest dogs in England, never hav- ing been led to his hare; for performance see" Thicker." Apply to William Alsop, King's Arms Hotel, Kenilworth. STALLION GREYHOUND.— LEGION is at the service of the public, at 5 guineas each bitch. He is a very fine black and white dog, the winner of three public Btakes this season; for pedigree and further performances see " Tliacker." Apply to Mr A. Garrard, Colchester. Essex. QTALLION GREYHOUND.- • DELTA, by Gelert kZ7 out of Fly, is at the service of the public, at £ 8 3s each bitch. He has won four stakes, divided three, and run- up for three, and March 5th, 1857, won a match for £ 20, then 6 years old. Apply to Mr Wm. Webster, Cross House, Kendal, STALLION GREYHOUND.— The services of MAY DUKE, a red or fawn dog, by Vulcan out. of Fair Star, may be had at 3 guineas each bitch, by applying to John Vesey, Com- mercial Inn, Lancaster. May Duke possesses immense speed, was never led to Iris hare, and is the winner of many stakes, for which see *' Thacker." QTALLION GREYHOUND.— MARK TAPLEY, KZ? ( late Dobode's Dickens), ablackjticked dog, ' very muscular, with good legs and feet, the model of a greyhound, will serve bitches at £ 5 5s win- ners, and dams of winners £ 3 8s. For pedigree and performance see " Thacker.". Apply to R. Burns, Mr Wm. Marshall's. Markham Arms, Kmg's- road, Chelsea, London. STALLION GREYHOUND.— STANLEY, fawn, at £ 5 5s each; a powerful, speedy, true running, game dog, com- bining the Camarine and Old Blinkin Bess blood of the north of Eng- land, with the Monarch and other first- class blood of Scotland; his puppies are most promising. Apply to Mr Gibson, Woolmet, Dal- keith, N. B. STALLION GREYHOUND. — CALEDONIAN, red and white, by Sam out of Cleopatra, at £ 5 5s each. He com- bines the King Cob bloed of England with the Waterloo and Sport blood of Scotland— see account of him in volume 14 of" Thacker's Annual," page 835; also " Stonehenge's" aecount of him in volume 15, page 222, Ha dislocated a knee joint in running the deciding course for the Lytham Open Cup last season, and has not run since. Apply same as Stanley. STALLION GREYHOUND.— MATHEMATICS, a splendid fawn dog, by Juggler out of Graham's Vote of Thanks, by Lord Eglinton's Rufus out of Mavourneen. Juggler, by Worcester Marquis out of Etwall's Empress. This dog's pups realised a higher price than any on record, by public sale of Mr Jardine's stock, on the 13th December last. £ 5 5s each bitch. Apply to Jas. Batters, Mr Lukey's, Morden, Surrey, five minutes'walk from the station. STALLION GREYHOUND.— LORD MAYOR, by Ernest Jones out of Mocking Bird, will serve 10 bitches ( only) this> eason, at 5 guineas each. He is a large white dog, with immense muscle and bone, possessing a cast iron constitution, and considered by all good j udges that have seen him to be a fine specimen of the greyhound. He has his first season won four stakes and divided one, beginning with the Stonehenge Stakes, 16 dogs, at Amesbury, and finishing with the Open Stake at Baldock. Apply to Wm. Marshall, Markham Arms, Kmg's- road, Chelsea. STALLIONS for the SEASON, 1857.— At Mr J. Asliton's, Owmby Paddocks, near Brigg, Lincolnshire. THE CURE, at 15 guineas each, groom's fee included. The Cure is the sire of 10 two year old winners, last year winning 27 races, which, from the class of mares he has had, proves him to be a first- class sire. FERNHILL, at 7 guineas each, groom's fee included. Every accommodation for mares and foals. Hay and grass a, t 10s per week for foaling mares; barren mares, at 9s per week. Corn at market prices. All demands to be paid before the mares are taken away. Owmby paddocks are three miles from Barnetby Junction, on the Sheffield and Lincolnshire Railway, one mile from Howsham Station, on the Lin- coln and Hull Railway. All applications to be made to Mr J. Ashton, Owmby House. STALLION.— To serve this season, the powerfullest and best bred horse in England. THE KING OF OUDE.'. the pro- perty of Mr T. Parr, will serve mares at the farm, Hackleton, near Nor- thampton. Thorough bred mares 5 guineas, and naif a guinea the grooi ® ; half bred mares 24 guineas, and 5 shillings the groom. The groom's fee to be paid at the time of serving, and the remainder at Midsummer next. Good accommodation for mares and foals at mode- rate rates. STALLION.— CARDINAL, own brother to Sur- plice, at Mr Harvey's veterinary establishment, Macclesfield, Che- shire, at 5 guineas; winners or dams of winners half price, and a limited number of half bred mares at 2 guineas, and 5s the groom. He is by Touchstone, winner of the St Leger, out of Crucifix, winner of the Oaks, byj Priam, winner of the Derby, fie has served two seasons, and his stock, now yearlings, are large, powerful, good looking ones. STALLIONS.— At WUlesden Paddocks, Kilburn, Lond& n, PYRRHUS THE FIRST, winner of the Derby, & c ; sire of Virago, Moestissima, & c, at 30 guineas. SIR TATTON SYKES, winner of the St Leger, & c, sire of many winners, at 20 guineas. SAUCYBOY, winner of the Caen Steeple Chase of 300 sovs, by Arthur, dam by Mameluke, at 3 guineas. Apply further to Mr C.' Phillips. T ROTTING STALLION. The celebrated YOUNG PERFORMER, the property of Mr John Baxter, jun, St Peter's, Norfolk, will be shown on Clapham Common, on Tuesday, the 31st March, at 5 p. m.: at Romford, on Wednesday, April 1, at 1 o'clock; at the Castle Inn, Woodford, on Friday, the 3d, at 5. o'clock. Young Performer is a beautiful red roan, rising 7 years old; stands 15 hands 3 inches high; very fast, with superior action, and allowed by competent judges to be tne best entire horse in England, calculated to get valuable hackneys and roadsters. TROTTING STALLIONS for the SEASON, 1857, at Waltliam, near Melton Mowbray.— THE TELEGRAPH and THE FLYING DUTCHMAN, own brothers, are open to TROT any two hackney stallions ( own brothers) of their age, 4 and 2 years old, the pro- perty of, and bred by any man in England. They are by The Champion, decidedly the fastest trotter in England, the sire of the Norfolk Pheno- menon that serves mares by subscription this season at Buckhurst Lodge, near Woodford, at 5 guineas each mare. Their dam ( by Sheik) was advertised and stood open to trot any mare in the county of her class last season. Sheik was bred by the Marquis of Westminster, was got by Camel, the sire of his celebrated stallion Touchstone. The Flying Dutchman will be limited to 10 mares this season, at 2 guineas each.— All communications to be made to John Pears, Waltham, near Melton Mowbray, BY SPECIAL APPOINTMENT to her MAJESTY and H. R. H. PRINCE ALBERT.— A. DAVIS'S, 88, Strand, cele- brated HUNTING SADDLES, horse and greyhound clothing, horse blankets, rollers, brushes, sponges, leathers, and every requisite for the hunting stables, at a saving of 80 per cent. Best town- made harness. All articles warranted of the best materials and workmanship. List ot prices forwarded by post. Application at A. Davis's, saddler, 33, Strand. HARNESS, SADDLES, and HORSE CLOTH- ING.— DEANE, DRAY, and Co, wholesale and retail saddlers and shippers, 2# Arthur- street East, London Bridge, beg to apprise gen- tlemen that they manufacture every description ef the above goods on the premises, a due regard being paid to strength, style and fit. A large assortment of brushes, whips, spurs, sponges, lamps, and stable r ® « quisites. Portmanteaus, travelling bags, leather cases, <£ c. MESSRS WILKINSON and KIDD, saddlers, 257, Oxford- street, corner of Park- street, Lonaon.— Esta<- blished 1786. PATENT SADDLERY, military, colonial, and shipping.— Bridles and head collar in one, in leather and linen tube web, one rein to both bits, and lined with galvanised wire rope to pre- vent being cut or broke. A spring, Is 6d; safety spring driving reins; gutta percha jockey, 60s ; crib strap, 15s; spring for girth, & c, 2s. BLACKWELL, 259, Oxford- street; Court of Inventions, Crystal Palacei and of all saddlers. Awarded for the above the only silver first class medal, Paris. IRON COLLAR BAR HURDLES. These HURDLES from their construction with collar bars, and manufac- tured with patentmachinery, have more than twice the strength and dura- bility of those in ordinary use, and are no more expensive. Address, the Managers of ST PANCRAS IRONWORKS, Old St Pancras- road, opposite the old Church, where the processes of manufacture may be seen. Every description of fencing and ironwork. Price lists by post, or on application. PHEASANT and PARTRIDGE EGGS.— Gentle- men requiring a supply of the above during the ensuing season are recommended to apply at once to E. W. C., Post Office, Ipswich. N. B. A quantity of hens for sale, suitable for hatching game. Apply as above. PHEASANTS.— For SALE, common PHEA- SANTS, tame bred, and pinioned, 31s a brace; golden pheasants, in splendid plumage, £ 2 10s a brace; young cocks 18s each; basketB extra; eggs from both varieties for hatching in April; fancy poultry, pigeons, & c. Apply, Mr Timothy Mason, 7, Upper Jubilee- street, Mile End- road, London, where the birds can be seen. PHEASANTS.— WANTED, for breeding, NINE HENS and THREE COCKS. Whoever can supply the above number, will communicate the same, also price of the birds, to H. B„ Erme Bridge, Devon. TO FANCIERS of FIRST- CLASS WHITE- FACED SPANISH FOWLS, NOT TO BE SURPASSED.- An opportunity now offers of obtaining EGGS, genuine, as laid by the above birds, at 10s 6d per sitting of eleven, at Mr Bailey's, Pleasant Cottage, Pleasant- place, Lower Kennington- lane, London, where the fowls are to be seen any morning before 10 o'clock, and afternoon after 4 o'clock. EGGS from WHITE SPANISH FOWLS of the pure breed.— A sitting of THIRTEEN will be forwarded imme- diately to any address, including packing box, for a Post Office order for £ 1 Is, sent to Richard Ashton, Mount Radford Gate, Exeter, Devon. CANARY BIRDS.— For SALE, FANCY CANARIES, rich orange colour plumage, black wings and tail also superior common canaries in full song, German and English hens, breeding and fancy cages, at JAMES WALLER'S, 49, Tabernacle- walk near Finsbury- squaret All letters must cwtawi a stamped envelope directed. BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON, MARCH 22, 1857. PUBLIC AMUSEMENTS. MR ALBERT SMITH'S MONT BLANC Baden Up the Rhine, and Paris, is now OPEN EVERY EVENING ES betweerifandV^ ¥? ming Rel? r* mentations take place every Tuesday and Saturday, at 8 o'cloc*. THE GREAT TOBACCO CONTROVERSY - TJ- CWYTON will LECTURE on this important topic DA1LI at a SreiySftreifor it anSn, and obtained the warm gratis, to the visitors. BALL, HANOVER- SQUARE ROOMS.— Miss JAMES of the Royal Opera, has the honour to announce that her AtN- NUALFULL- DRESS BALL will take place at the abovg rooms on TUESDAY'next, March24. Adams'sBand The ^ of Mr J. Bland. Gentlemen's tickets, I0s6d; ladies ditto, 7s bd , in Saline refreshments. Tickets to be obtained at Julhen's Regent- street; Sams'sS, S tJames's- stieet; D, ff and Hodgson's. Oxford- street; at the above rooms ; and at Miss James's academy, 54, Great Queen- street, Lincoln's Inn PRINCESS'S CONCERT ROOMS, Castle- street, Oxford- street, under the direction of Mr- FRAMPTON - The nobility, gentry, and public general y are respectfully informed ttoat a FULL DRESS BALL will be held in the above rooms EVERY WEDNEsI) AY and FRIDAY EVENING, comjne. icmg at hal - pasUlo dock. Private lessons for stage or ballroom from 12 t « 4 d^^- UN; 0^!^ ™ ^ 0". Benefit Ball will take place on Tuesday evening next, March 24. Com- mence at 10 o'clock. GRAND FANCY BALL.— By Particular Desire, for this Night Only .- PORTLAND ROOMS, Foley- street, Portland- place!— Mr H. C. FRERE begs to inform the nobility, gentry,. and hispupils, that, in consequence of the numerous applications, a grand DRESS BALL will take place on FRIDAY next. Mareh 27. Gentlemens, tickets 7s6d, ladies' 5s each; to be obtained of Mr Frere at the above rooms. Dancing to commence at half past 10 precisely.- N. B. The usual ball to- morrow evening ( Monday). Tickets 2s bd each. ROYAL ITALIAN OPERA.— Mr GYE beg most respectfully. to announce that the ROYAL ITALIAN OPERA wiU duriiiu the ensuins: season, be given at the 1HhAlKfi kuial IJI- CEUM. The opera will OPEN on TUESDAY, April 14tli. The pro- spectus, with full particulars, will be issued in a tew days. THEATRE ROYAL IIAYMARKET.— TO- MORROW ( Monday), and during the week, the new drama, in four acts, entitled A LlFE'S ' TRIAL. After which to- morrow . Monday) Tues- day, and Wednesday, and first time at half- price, DOLBLE- R ACH. U PEOPLE.— On Thursday, Fridsy, and Saturday, after the urama, A Wicked Wife. LYCEUM THEATRE ROYAL.— Thirteenth Week of Conrad and Medora.— TO- MORROW ( Monday). for the benefit of Mr J. Guiver, treasurer, HAMLET. To conclude with the gorgeous burlesque of cdNRAD AND MEDORA.— On Tuesday Hamlet. And Conrad and Medora.- On Wednesday, for the benefit of Mr Barrett, stage manager, the comedy of Money. To conclude with Conrad and Medora.- On Thursday, an amateur performance for the benefit of the itojal Medi- cal Benevolent College— On Friday and Saturday, Hamlet. And Conrad and Medora. Mr J. L. TOOLE, of the Lyceum Theatre, re- spectfullv announces his FIRST BENEFIT for TUESDAY, the 31st inst. The WONDER : Mr and Mrs Dillon, Miss Woolgar, Mr Stuart. Mr Bar- rett, Mr Toole. DOMINIQUE THE D ESERTER : Mrs White, Miss Wil; ton, Mr Toole. GOOD for NOTHING: Miss Woolgar, Mr Toole. MY FRIEND from LEATHERHEAD, and the dazzling scene from CON- RAD and MEDORA. Tickets— Box Office; Keith, Prowse, 48, Cheapside; and Mr Toole, 14, Cecil- street, Strand. GREAT NATIONAL STANDARD THEATRE, Shoreditch.— TO- MORROW ( Monday), and during the week to com- mence with the play of THE BRIDAL: Mel mtias, Mr Phelps ( lessee of the Theatre Royal Sadler's Wells); Amintor, Mr. Frederick Robinson; Evadne, Miss Atkinson ( of Sadler's Wells); Aspatia, Mrs. R. Honnor. To be followed by the grand ballet, by the Spanish dancers of the Theatre Royal Havmarket, by permission of J. B. Buckstone, Esq. To conclude with THE HOUSE ON THE HEATH, by the company ASTLEY'SROYAL AMPHITHEATRE.— Lessee, Mr William Coolte.- TO- MORROW ( Monday), and all the week, Shaks. peare's play of KING HENRY THE FOURTH, part I., with Mr W. Cooke's highly successful equestrian illustrations; Hotspur, Mr James Holloway ; Prince Henry, Mr W. Cooke, jun; Falstaff. Mr Anson. To be succeeded by a number of EQUESTRIAN EXERCISES m the CIRCLE, combining skill with ease and elegance. To conclude with a morceau choisi of an entertaining nature. Commence at 7 o'clock. Dress boxes, 4s; upper boxes, 3s; private boxes, from £ 1. No charge for booking. Pjt, 2s; gallery, Is; upper gallery,^ CHE IP RETURN TICKETS to BRIGHTON and BACK- FIRST, SECOND, and THIRD CLASS, available from Saturday to Monday, are issued at London Bridge every Saturday, by tee fast train at 8 p. m., first and second class passengers to return by anvof therarular trains up to and including the 8 a. m. tram, and third £ pasleS by any train not later than the 7 a. m. on the following Monday. FARES THERE AND BACK : 1st class 18s • 2d class, 9s; third class covered carriages, 6s. isc cia. s, IOS , rREUEIUCK SLIGHT, Secretary. London Bridge Terminus EASTER HOLIDAYS.— Brighton and Back for Ss 6d.— On Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday, an EXCURSION TRAIN will leave London Bridge Terminus at 9 a. m., returning irom BRIGHTON at 7: S0 p. m. „„.„.. - Covered third class. SsGd: second class, 5s Od; first class, < S6J. AO lugglge allowed. FREDERICK SLIGHT, Secretary. London Bridge Terminus. ASTLEY'S ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE.— Lessee, Mr Wm. Cooke.- A BENEFIT for TOM BARRY is proposed to take place at the above theatre, on WEDNESDAY next, March 25th. Poor Tom is on a bed of sickness; help him now or never; this is the time. Harry Boleno and his pantomimic friends will all put their shoulders to the wheel. Let us form a committee to aid them m their brotherly and benevolent object. Remember, most noble and generous public, how often poor Tom has made ye laugh— return the compliment by a tear of sympathy with him in the hour of need. Mr. William Cooke has, with his usual kind consideration and generous sympathy, placed the theatre at Tom's service. Brother Publicans, the dying clown has been a good customer to us; his whimsical drolleries have amused many a parlour full of guests. Let us have a strong gathering. Let us keep him amongst us if we can, and if not let us make his last hours as goodly and cheerful as in our power lies. Mr W. Tanner will, in the course of the evening, introduce his troupe of highly- trained performing dogs. Mr W. T. had the honour of performing, by royal command, be- fore her Most Gracious Majestv, at Windsor Castle, March 18,1856, and Mr Ross has generously consemted to sing one of his popular dramatic songs. The shatter'd vessel, rolling on the rock, In peril dashed by every angry wave. Looks to the beach at each succeeding shock. Just as a dying man would cry " God save I" • Tom Barry's hulk no more can brave the sea Unless the life- boat, sweet philanthropy Puts oft, well manned, to ply the willing oar, And brings his breaking timbers safe to shore. Oh cast a thought on those departed hours, When, full of health and all amusing powers, Mounted oh chair, descanting to the nation, Tom gave his Comic Parliament Oration. Remember all his waggery and fun, How the play ended; how the farce begun; How from the sawdust ring, in Batty's age, Tom won the shamrock ehaplet on the 3tage. For none could touch him in his native parts, He pourtrayed Irish whim, approved by Irish hearts. Then let the isle surrounded by the billow Send forth her sons to soothe poor Barry's pillow: A shipwreek'd sailor, driven on her coast, Old Erin's hospitality he'd boast. Should he be snatched from grim Death's hollow jaws, He'll thank his friends who've so well worked his cause. But if the Fates decree poor Tom must die, He'll bless ye all, and with his latest sigh Breathe forth a prayer in gratitude to those Whose friendship ended only with his life- time's close. Renton Nicholson, " Coal Hole" Tavern, Strand. The public, and the immediate friends of poor Tom, who are desirous of aiding the efforts of those already engaged in his behalf, will much oblige bv communicating with Harry Boleno ( Theatre Royal, Diury- lane), Opera Stores, Bow- street, Covent- gar'en. Subscriptions are earnestly requested from those at too great a distance to attend, addres- sed to E. T. Smith, Esq, Theatre Royal, Drury- lane; or William Cooke, Esq, Roval Amphitheatre. It is hoped and confidently anticipated that contributions will be forwarded to the fund from little coteries in the country, who have basked in Tom's sunny hour, and enjoyed with him the social glass. COAL HOLE TAVERN, Fountain- court, Strand ( opposite Exeter Hall).— Lord Chief Baron NICHOLSON, and the celebrated JUDGE and JURY SOCIETY, EVERY NIGHT at half- past 9 o'clock precisely. TO- MORROW, and during the week, a new case. Pos£ s Plastiques and Tableaux Vivants at half- past 7, and after the theatres, supported by the most exquisite female models. Chops, steaks, & c, in the coffee- room. An excellent ordinary at 6 o'clock daily. Beds Is 6d.— N. B. Mr Nicholson deems it necessary emphatically to state that he is not connected with any oeriodieal now publishing. HIGHBURY BARN.— MUSIC and DANCING EVERY EVENING. Conductor, Mr Grattan Cooke. MUSIC HALL, Euston- square, next door to the Lord Nelson Tavern, OPEN EVERY EVENING. Harry Sydney, the fiivouiite political, satirical, and ferio- comic author ana singer; Mr W. H. Sharp ( comic), Herr Deani, and a numerous company. PHILHARMONIC HALL, Newman- street, Oxford- street.— Grand BAL MASQUE, TUESDAY, March 24th, for the BENEFIT of Mr G. WEBB, proprietor. Open at 9. Treble band, con- ducted by Mr G. Hayward. Ladies' tickets, 2s 6d; gentlemen's, 3s 6d; to be had at the hall, and at all the principal costumiers. CASINO de VENISE, High Holborn.— This world- renowned and elegant establishment, now the leading feature ia the metropolis, is OPEN EVERY EVENING from half- past 8 until 12 o'clock. The celebrated band, conducted by Mr W. M. Packer, performs nightls-. among other novelties, the " Marie Stuart" and " French" quadrilles, " Flower of Alsop" waltzes, " May Duo" varsoviana, " Fairy Queen" schottische, " Bertha" redowa, " Chatterbox" and " Lorette" polkas, & c.— Admission, Is. THE CHEAPEST EXHIBITION in the WORLD.— Thames Tunnel.- The ANNUAL FANCY FAIR will take place to- morrow ( Monday), and continue all the week. The amusements in the Tunnel will be unusually attractive. First- rate artists have been engaged. The whole length of the tunnel will be illu- minated with variegated lamps, flags and banners of all nations in the shafts. An original grand moving panorama of London, painted on up- wards of 20,000 feet of canvas; performing ponies; metal model of the shield invented by the late Sir I. Brunei, and used by him with the greatest security in the construction of the Thames Tunnel; fancy glass- lowing ; music worked by steam, boiler heated by gas; ball- room 150 feet long; a talented troupe of sable harmonists ; patent weighing, lift- ing, and striking machines ; splendid cosmoramas ; views of all the In- dian battles; tight- rope dancing; electricity; superb collection of In- dian and Chinese views ; Forrester's celebrated troupe of Acrobats; the automatons from Vauxhall; grand view of Sebastopol: the Wizard of the Wave. The much- admired paintings, 32 in number, by I. B. Henken, have been cleaned and improved. Perry's celebrated brass band, in uni- form, will attend. New and commodious rooms for refreshments, ond stalls for the sale of every kind of fancy articles. The whsle length and breadth of the tunnel is paved, forming an easy mode of transit to the pedestrian, and a delightful promenade, available at all seasons.— Toll, as usual, one penny, open day and night. BELL'S LIFE PAPER WANTED, SECOND HAND; Address ( statins; terms), A, B., 26, Church- road, De Beauvoir Town. MESSRS. JOHNSON, LANGHORNE, ANDC< J, wine merchants, 160, Piccadilly, adjoining the entrance to the Wellington, supply the WINES so much approved of by the noblemen and gentlemen dining at that celebrated establishment. Printed price lists post free. Orders addressed to J. L. and Co.. or to Mr. Thyer, the superintendent of the Wellington, will meet with prompt attention. BETTS'S PATENT BRANDY is in evry neigh- bourhood SOLD by the trade in any quantity, down to the single capsuled bottle. Excise regulations prevent its sale at the distillery, 7, Smithfield Bars, St John- street, in any les3 quantity than two gallons. FOREIGN HAVANNAH CIGARS.— DAWSON and Co, 19, Mark- lane.— A large STOCK of the finest brands always on sale :— Martinez 6 Hijo, Silva, Cabarga, Woodville, and Intimidad Cacadores, each 28s per lb; El Globo, 32s; Genuine Cabana, 40s. A single pound carriage free. The Grand Turk tobacco, an exquisite composition for the Merscliaum bowl, full of flavour, pure and mild, 8s per lb. British Woodvilles. a good article for out- door smoking, 14s. rriHE PALMERSTON SAUCE.— This extra- JL ordinary and really delicious addendum to the pleasures of the table is acknowledged by the most celebrated members of the gastro- nomic art, as well as by epicures, to excel as a piquant and delicious con- diment, and a provocative to the appetite, all other sauces of the day. For universality of application it stands unrivalled, being equally amili- cable to fish, flesh, fowl, game, soups, & c.— Wholesale, W. O. CAMERON, 9, Camomile- street, City, London. LADIES oi delicate complexion, who suffer from exposure to the cold winds and damp atmosphere, will find imme- diate and soothing relief in the application of ROWL ANDS' KALYDOR. Shis unique botanical preparation allays all irritation and tenderness of the skin, removes cutaneous disfigurements, freckles, and tan, and im- parts a healthy and blooming appearance to the complexion, and a deli- cacy and softness to the neck, hands, and arms. Perseverance in its ap plication promotes a free exercise of those important functions of the skin, so essential for the preservation of health, and attainment and continuance of a beautiful complexion. Price 4s 6d and 8s 6d per bottle. Caution.— The words Rowlands' Kalydor are on the wrapper, and A. Rowland and Sons, in red ink at the foot. Sold at 20, Hatton- garden, London; and by chemists and perfumers. THE WINNER of the SCENTS.— BREIDEN- BACH'S NEWMARKET JOCKEY CLUB PERFUME, first; the Royal Hunt Bouquet, second; the Yacht Club Nosegay, a clever third.— Sold in bottles, 2s 6d each, or three in a box, 7s, at the Grand Stand of Perfumes. 157B. New Bond- street, near Limmer's. AS a MEDICINE long highly esteemed for its curative powers in cases of indigestion, sick headache, nervous- ness, and affections of the liver and bowels., COCKLE'S ANTIBILIOUS PILLS cannot be too strongly recommended, having stood the test of public opinion for upwards of half a century. Prepared only by James Cockle, surgeon, 18, New Ormond- street, and may be had of all medicine vendors, in boxes at Is lid. 2s 9d. 4s 6d and lis FRAMPTON'S PILL OF HEALTH.— Price Is ljd, and 2s 9d per Box.— This excellent family pill is a medicine of long- tried efficacy for purifying the blood, so very essential for the foundation of good liealtn, and correcting all disorders of the stomach and bowels. Two or three doses will convince the afflicted of its salutary effects. The stomach will speedily regain its strength, a healthy action of the liver, bowels, and kidneys will rapidly take place, and renewed health will be the quick result of taking this medicine, according to the directions occompanying each box. Sold by Prout and Harsant, 229, Strand. London, and all vendors of medicine. TO NERVOUS and CONSUMPTIVE INVALIDS.— Nervous disorders, head and mind affeotions, inci- pient consumption, bronchitis, clergymen's relaxed throat or loss of voice, & c, speedily and effectually cured by Dr WATSON, No. 27, Alfred- place, Bedford- square. " On Nervous and Mental Complaint," price Is. ** Consumption, Chest, and Lung Diseases Curable," price 6d, Printed directions for country patients free for two stamps. THE CHEAP EXCURSIONS to BRIGHTON and BACK will commence on Good Friday, and will be continued on Easter Sunday and Easter Monday, and every succeeding Sunday and Monday until further notice. The TRAIN will leave London Bridge , 9 a. m., returning from BRIGHTON at 7: 30 p. m. FARES THERE AND BACK. . First class, 7s 6d; second class, 5s 6d; third class ( covered carriages), i 6.1. FREDERICK SLIGHT, Secretary. London Bridge Terminus. TT^ /~\\ T » T TXTCTTO A 1 Li ftAlf P A " NTV Nnfiop i a Second Edition, in royal Svo, with Map and 50 Illustrations of Sporting X50YAL INSURAJNOili OUJVirAJN I.— notice is Adventures, Subjects of Natural History, & c, 80s bound. Africa. By CHARLES JOHN ANDERSSON. _ " Mr Andersson's book may be read with as, much pleasure as profit. £ l& Hiob" ntaMnz the comp'anv among" the" very" largest offices in the j The printers and engravers have dune Mr Andersson justice, and we it is believed that there are only three or four offices think the reading public will go and do hkewise.-'- Athehteum. Hu'st and Blackett, publishers, successors to Henry Colburn. John- street, and Dale- street. . FIRE BRANCH.— The lire premium in 1816 amounted to, about kingdom; indeed, it is believed that there are only . which equal it in fire revenue. Insurances are received upon nearly all descriptions of property in the United Kingdom, the colonies, and most foreign countries; the rates of premium are exceedingly mouerate, ana governed in each ease by a careful consideration of the risk proposed. LIFE BRANCH.— The life revenue during the past year amounted to about £ 40,000. the new premiums alone exceeding £ 10,000-. A bonus was declared in 1& 54 of £ 2 percent, per annum on the sum assured, averag- ing about 80 per cent, of the premiums paid, being one of the largest ever declared. All the insurances effected during the present year will par- ticipate in the next bonus in 1859. t 4„ The paid- up and invested capital, including life funds, amounts to nearly half a million sterling. PERCY M. DOVE, Manager. JOHN B. JOHNSTON, Secretary to the London Board. G S1 PACES.— Great Metropolitan Stakes, Thursday, April 2.— ADDITIONAL TRAINS will run to EPSOM and BACK, as usual, from the London Bridge Station. London Bridge Terminus. FREDERICK SLIGHT, Secretary. EPSOM SPRING St TTNDER the PATRONAGE of the OXFORD U UNIVERSITY BOAT CLUB.- WILLIAM HARVEY and JOHN TIMS, watermen, beg to inform the members of the University that they have engaged the fast and commodious steamer, UI1/ EN J, to ACCOMPANY the OXFORD and CAMBRIDGE RACE, on Friday, April 3d. Tickets, 5s each, to be obtained at the University and Iving s Barges, Oxford. To start from London Bridge at 9 o clock precisely, calling at all the intermediate piers to Mortlake. Only a limited num- ber will be taken. LORD'S CRICKET GROUND, London, under the especial patronage of the Marylebone and principal Clubs oi England.— Mrs M. DARK and SONS beg respectfully to inform noble- men and gentlemen, patrons and admirers of the game of cricket, that they have now for inspection at their manufactory, on the ground, a large stock of handsome, well- seasoned BATS and STUMPs, manufac- tured on the most improved principles. Clubs, schools, and. . he trade supplied. A" list of prices sent free on application, ioreign orders executed. Prize Medal of the Great Exhibition of 1851. UNDER the PATRONAGE of the UNIVERSITY of OXFORD.— GEORGE WEST, waterman, has chartered the CI l IZEN M, to ACCOMPANY the grand eight- oared MATCH between OXFORD and CAMBRIDGE, on Friday, April 3d, 1857, from Mortlake to Putney. To start from London Bridge at 9 o'clock a. m. precisely, calling at all the intermediate piers up to Mortlake. The match will take place at 11 punctually. Tickets, 5s each, may be obtained at the Bells, Putney: Mr Randall's, High- street; and at Mr King's yard, Oxford. SALMON and TROUT FISHING.— JONES and Co, 111, Jermyn- street, St James's, London, beg to acquaint noble- men and gentlemen they have manufactured a well- seasoned stock of salmon, trout, and spinning RODS: an extensive assortment ot salmon, trout, and lake FLIES, made expressly for the Norwegian and all rivers and lakes in the United Kingdom. Improved reels, lines, flexible baits for salmon, trout, and pike always ready. Rods repaired and made to order. Flies dressed to pattern, and sent by post to all parts of the country on the shortest notice and on reasonable terms. FJIO ANGLERS.- • The PECTORAL FIN and the ___ ARCHIMEDEAN MINNOW, invented and manufactured by FREDERICK ALLIES, South Parade, Worcester, and registered by act ot Parliament. London agents: Charles Farlow, 191, htrand; Thos. Aldreds, 126, Oxford- street; J. Bernard, 4, Church- place, Piccadilly; Giles Little, 15, Fetter- lane; George Eaton, 6 and 7, Crooked- lane; William Gowland, 4, Crooked- lane; J. S. Holroyd, 59, Gracechurch- street: Alfred and Son, 54, Moorgate- street; A. Anderson, 71, Long- aere; Jones and Co, 111, Jermyn- street; A. ami G-. Wilson, Pnnces- s: reet, Edinburgh; Paton and Walsh, 44, George- street, Perth, Price: salmon size, 5s each; pike, 5s each; large trout size, 3s ; small trout, 2s 6d ; perch size, 2s 6d. Anglers and the t rade punctually supplied, by post or railway, on receipt of cash to the amount. Apply to the inventor, Frederick Allies, South Parade, Worcester. rro TROUT and SALMON FISHERS.— SARAH, X widow of WILLIAM BLACKER, of 54, Dean- street, Soho, offers her sincere thanks to her late husband's patrons and the public tor their kin.- l support since his decease, and begs to inform them that, by retaining in her employment the same workmen she is still enabled to offer them the same description of RODS and FLIES for which he was so celebrated. Dubbing and all materials for fly- dressing, which were selected by Blacker himself, after 25 years' experience of all the best trout and salmon rivers in the United Kingdom. Flies made to pattern and according to " Ephemera's" lists and Blacker's " Art of Fly- tying," & c, copies of which book can be procured at 54, Dean- street, Soho. SALMON and TROUT FISHING.— CHARLES FARLOW, manufacturer, 191, Strand, London, invites anglers to inspect his large and varied STOCK ef superior seasoned- SALMON, TROUT, and SPINNING RODS, salmon, lake, and trout flies, im- proved reels and lines. Artificial baits in every variety. Superior stout 3almon and extra fine silkwom gut. Flies dressed to Dattern. and sent by nost. Rods repaired and made to order. Catalogues eratis. Sole agent in London for Phiilips's Dublin liooke, and Brown's phantom minnows. TROUT and SALMON FISHING.— T. CUM- MINS, Castle Hotel, Brecon, S. W., begs to inform lovers'of angling, that through the kind permission of several gentlemen in the neighbourhood he is enabled to offer superior TROUT and SALMON FISHING in the river Usk, which is now strictly preserved for miles above and below the town. Terms by the week, with the right of fishing, 2 guineas.— N. B. The Queen coach, for Brecon, leaves Abergavenny daily, after the arrival from London, the north, £ c, of the trains. SALMON and TROUT RODS. — Hickory super- seded by a new wood, which keeps straight, is lighter, has more power, and the tops are in one piece, made oil the premises by the best workmen. ALFRED GOULD, 86, Great Marylebone- street, Cavendish- square. From the " British Angler's Instructor"— extract:—" Those gentlemen who feel a pleasure in seeing their orders progress, are recom- mended to Mr Gould, who is a thorough angler, and will do his best to manufacture what they desire." SPORTSMEN.— Patent RACE COURSE, field, opera and general out- door day and night perspective GLASSES, very small, for the waistcoat pocket, each containing 12 and 18 lenses, con- structed of German glass; for greatness of power ani brilliancy they cannot be equalled. Her Majesty's Coast Guards are now making use of them as day and night glasses m preference to all others; they are also preferred for deer- stalking, and by sportsmen, gentlemen, and game- Keepers. Telescopes, 3j inches long, by which a person's countenance may be clearly seen at 3i miles, and an object at 12 to 14 miles distance, and with an extra astronomical eye- piece Jupiter's Moons, Saturn's Ring, and the double stars are distinctly seen. All the above can be had of larger and all sizes, with increasing powers, and are secured by her Majesty's royal letters patent.— Messrs S. and B. SOLOMON, opticians, 89, Albemarle- street, Piccadilly, opposite the York Hotel. LAMENESS in HORSES.— SEWELL'S SOL- VENT and PROCESS is a safe and effectual cure for tplent, spavin, curb, ringbone, for grogginess, coronet, foot or shoulder lame- ness, for windgall, thoropin, and capped hock, breaking down, sprung joint or tendon, contusions, and enlargements; does not blister or blemish, and iirepares the horse for immediate work. Sold in packets, 10s each, or sent ( post free) with full directions. Veterinary stables, 21, Elizabeth- street, Eaton- square, London. P. O. orders payable to Frederick Sewell, Pimlico. LEEMING'S . ESSENCE for LAMENESS in HORSES.— This essence cures claps or strains of the back sinews, also slips and strains in the shoulders, stifle, hough, wlxirlbone, knee, fetlock, pastern, and coffin joints. It makes the quickest and surest cures of any article yet known, and horses may be worked during the time of cure. Price 2s 6d per bottle.— To avsid purchasing a spurious article, please see that the names of" BARCLAY and SONS, Farring- don- street, London," are affixed, they having purchased the original recipe from the executors of George Bots, of Nottingham. HORSES.— Lieut JAMES'S BLISTER, used in her Majesty's Cavalry Regiments, patronised by Major- General Sir Charles Dalbiac, Inspector- General of the Cavalry Forces, and highly eulogised by Professor Coleman in his report to the Adjutant- General. Its great efficacy, in all cases whsre blistering is usually applied, is well known; and its celebrity has extended to all the great studs throughout ihe world. No horse will gnaw it.— Sold by Messrs Barclay and Sons, 95, Farringdon- Street; London; and by all respectable medicine vendors, In pots Is 6d, 2s 9J, and 5s each. H invaluable for swelled legs, grease, coughs, worms, impaired appetite, & c. Read the opinions of the following trainers:—" For getting horses into condition they are unequalled." John Osborne.—" In my opinion they are invaluable." John Scott.—" Your condition balls are excellent." Samuel Rogers.—" I have never used so efficient a ball." John Dawson.— Prepared by T. Taylor, veterinary surgeon, Burton- on- Trent. Wholesale of Sanger, Oxford- street; Suttoa, Bow Churchyard, and all druggists, in packets, six balls, 3s; three balls, Is 9d. BY HER MAJESTY'S ROYAL LETTERS PATENT. MAJOR'S REMEDIES for the HORSE, the best and most effectual ever discovered, superseding the burning iron and the torture of the cautery. MAJOR'S BRITISH REMEDY for the cure of. ringbone, spavins, splints, and all ossific deposits in the horse. Price 35s. MAJOR'S SYNOVITIC LOTION ( the Remedy No. 2), for grogginess, weak joints, sprains of the back sinews, ruptures of the sheaths of ten- dons, suspensory ligaments, shoulder lameness, and inflammation; also for the cure and prevention of breaking down, & c. In bottles, large size, £ 1 Is; small, 10s 6d each, MAJOR'S INFLUENZA DRINK. 10s 6d and 17s 6d. MAJOR'S RESTORATIVE DRAUGHTS, 10s 64 and 17s U. To be had of all respectable medicine vendors, and of Mr Major, vete- rinary surgeon; together with the pamphlet and testimonials, price Is. JOSEPH MAJOR, 26, Cockspur- street, Charing- cross. FOR HORSES.— GOSTLING'S COUGH BALLS speedily cure recent coughs, and wonderfully relieve chronic coughs and broken wind. Price Is 6d per packet ( six balls). GOSTLING'S CONDITION BALLS bringthem rapidly into condition and are highly beneficial after severe exertion, or change of food; also in cracked heels, swelled legs, grease, liide- bound, & c, & c. Price 2s 6d per packet ( six balls). Messrs Ayton and Battley, naphtha distillers, Bow Common, London, state that a horse, which had been deemed incurable by their veterinary surgeon, was restored from a bad cough and sore throat to perfectly sound health, in a very short time, by the use of Goatling's horse balls. See testimonials accompanying each packet. Sold by Barclay and Sons, Farringdon- street: Mr Sanger, 150, Oxford- street, London ; and T. P. Gostling, Diss, Norfolk. May beobtainedretail of all druggists. OLDRIDGE'S BALM of COLUMBIA, acknow- ledged for the last thirty years to be the most effectual remedy- produced for restoring the hair and promoting the growth of whiskers and mustachios, is continually receiving the most distinguished testi- monials, proving its superiority over all other specifics of the same nature. In bottles 8s 6d, 6s, asd lis, wholesale and retail, 13, Wellington- street N ® rth, Strand, London. KEATING'S COUGH LOZENGES.--— The mischievous effects caused to the lungs by every attack of cough, induces a tendency to consumption, bronchitis, and other dangerous dis- orders of the respiratory organs. A doctor's bill may be saved by keep- ing ready for use a box of the above celebrated lozenges. Prepared and sold in boxes, Is. ljd., and tins, 2s. 9d., 4s. 6d., and 10s. 6d. each, by Thomas Keating, chemist, & c., 79, St. Paul's Churchyard, London. Re- tail by all druggists. BLAIR'S GOUT and RHEUMATIC PILLS, price Is. lid. and 2s. 9d. per box.— Thirty years ago to speak of a cure for the gout was considered a romance; but nsw, the efficacy and safety of this medicine is so fully demonstrated by testimonials from per- sons in every rank of life, that public opinion proclaims this as one of the most important discoveries of the present age. These pills require neither attention nor confinement, and are certain to prevent the disease attack, ing any vital part. Sold by PROUT and HARSANT, 229, Strand, Lon- don ; and all medicine vendors. N old medical gentleman, having, from the jesults © f his practice, written a small POCKET- BOOK, or A: . . GUIDE, expressly for the use of young men, which treats on SPERMATORRH< EA, venereal, nervous, arid generative diseases in every form, believing it will prove beneficial both to the health and pockets of its readers, the guice will be sent, post free, in a sealed envelope, upon receipt ef three postages stamps and a description of disease, with any further advice that may be required, free of charge. Address, E. J. R., Greencroft Villa, High Fell, Gateshead, Durham. TO INVALIDS.— PRICHARD'S AROMATIC STEEL PILLS are the only acknowledged specific for nervous and general debility. They give energy to the muscles and nerves, strength to the stomach, colour to the face, speedily invigorate the most shattered constitution, and, being absorbed into the blood, imd circu- lating through the whole system, no part of the body can escape their truly wonderful influence. In boxes, 2s 6d, 4s 6d, and lis, free by post. Prepared only by Mr Prichard,' apothecary, 65, Charing- cress; City agent, Mr E. Constance, 87, Leadenhall- street. DEAFNESS.— A retired surgeon from the Crimea, having been restored to perfect hearing, by a native physician in Turkey, after 14 years of great suffering from noises in the ears and extreme deafness, without being able to obtain the least relief from any aurist in England, is anxious to communicate to others the particulars for the cure of the same. A book sent to any part of the world on receipt of six stamps; or the author will apply the treatment himself, at his resi- dence. Few sufferers will leave his nouse without being able to hear dis- tinctly and permanently. Surgeon SAMUEL COLSTON, Member of the Royal College of Surgeons, London ( at home from 11 till 4 daily), 6, Leicester- place, Leicester- squ- are, London, where thousands of let ters may be seen from persons cured. AN ACT of GRATITUDE.— 5,000 Copies of a Medical Book for Gratuitous Circulation.— GEORGE THOMAS Esq, having been effectually euredof nervous debility . loss of memory, and dimness of sight, resulting from early errors, by following the instructions given in a medical work, by a physician, he considers it his duty, in gra- titu Je to the author, and for the benefit of nervous sufferers, to publish the means used. He will therefore, send free, to any address, in a sealed envelope, on receipt of a directed envelope enclosing two stamps ( to pre- pay postage ), a copy of the work, containing every information required. Address, G. Thomas. St John's- Iane. Newcastle- upon- Tyne. COUGHS, COLDS, RHEUMATISM, & c.— The most valuable medicine ever discovered for colds, coughs, agues, fevers, rheumatisms, pains in the limbs and joints, is DICKY'S ori- ginal and only genuine Dr BATEMAN'S PECTORAL DROPS. Sold in bottles at Is lid each, duty included. Purcliaters are requested to be very particular in asking for " Dicey's Bateman's Drops." Sold at the original warehouse, No. 18, Bow- churchyard, London. See that the words " Dicey and Co" are engraved on the Government stamp. REMUNERATIVE EMPLOYMENT.— PERSONS in want of employment, either as a source of income, or to fill up their leisure hours, may hear of such by return of post, by which from 30s to £ 3 weekly may be realised in town or country, and by either sex, station in life immaterial, by inclosing twelve stamps, with a directed stamped envelope, to Mr Henry Johnson, 20, Nprth- street, Cambridge Heath, Hackney, London, CRICKET CLUBS, Regiments, and Seliools will meet with great liberality, and cannot be more advantage- ously served with everything than at r. LILLl VY HUE and WISDEN'S celebrated CRICKETING DEPOT, 2, New Coventry- street, Leicester- souare, London. List of prices forwarded, post free. Also, the " Circular of Information," and " questions requiring answers for corrections in the large work of score* now being prepared for publication. CRICKET ABROAD.— Messrs F. LILLY WHITE and WISDEN beg to inform officers and private gentlemen going abroad that, by purchasing their TREBLE WHALEBONE and CANE HANDLE BATS, they will avoid the difficulty of breaking handles, which cannot well be replaced when from England. Lillywhite, bro- thers ( now dissolved) were the first who introduced these bats at the Exhibition in Hyde Park in 1851, and Lillywhite and Wisden have since manufactured several hundred dozens, and can therefore confidently re- commend them. Every article, from a bat and ball to a flannel shirt ana spike soles, may be had at their establishment, 2, New Coventry- street, Leicester- square, London. All goods manufactured under - their own inspection, at their country manufactory, and will be warranted tor durability. Be careful to see that Lillywhite and Wisden s name is stamped on the articles. RACKET BATS AND BALLS.— F. LILLY- WHITE and WISDEN, having the valuable assistance of George Erwood and Black's selection, have the finest STOCK ot all the best makers' BATS in England. One hundred gross of the best made balls forwarded twenty- four hours after receipt of order. Cricket bats, balls, stumps, leg guards, and every article connected with cricket may be had at their establishment, 2, New Coventry- street, Leicester- square, London. Foreign orders to any amount shipped with immediate de- spatch. Importers of foreign cigars and meerchauta pipes. CRICKET.— JOHN LILLYWHITE ( late Liiiy- white, Brothers) has an immense STOCK of CRICKETING GOODS now ready. The cane and treble whalebone handle bats, match and club bats, his celebrated cane leg- guards, warranted ; tubular india- rubber and wicket- keeping gloves, spike soles; ebony, brass ferruled, and plain match stumps; body- guards, the latest improved: match balls, warranted, practice balls, 22- yard measures, frames for marking grounds, and every article connected with cricket. Regiments fitted out on the shortest notice. A great reduction to schools and cluos. Trade sup- plied. List of prices post free. Address, John Lilly white, Prince s- terrace, Caledonian- road, Islington. N.— Agent for Rugby School, Alfred Diver. - CRICKET.— JOHN LILLYWHITE begs to announce that he has an immense STOCK of CRICKETING GOODS ready for inspection. His celebrated cans leg- guards and batting gloves are pronounced the best ever offered to the public. A great re- duction to clubs and schools. Regiments fitted out on the shortest notice. Lists of prices now ready. Address, Caledonian- road, Islington, N. P AGE'S CRICKET BATS, BALLS, & c, have been acknowledged by all cricketers, for many years past, the best in use. E. J. Page respectfully calls the attention of secretaries of cricket clubs and others, purchasing for the ensuing season, to his extensive STOCK of CRICKET BATS. Balls, Leg- guards, and every other article required in the game ; at the same time informs them that he is the sole manufacturer of the Registered Handle Bat, which, from the peculiarity of its make, is warranted not to break, and to stand in any climate. Register No. 3,660. For lists of prices for the ensuing season address E. J. Page, cricket bat and ball manufacturer, No. 6, kennington- row, Kennington, Surrey, S. THE NEW ST JOHN'S WOOD CRICKET GROUND is three- quarters of a mile from Regent's Park, and omnibuses run to and from all parts of London. The ground is fourteen acres in extent, and in first- rate cricketing order, having been taken up and re- laid during the past winter at a vast expense. Clubs, schools, or private gentlemen can engage the ground for one or more days in the week for the season, and have the use of the pavilion, dressing- rooms, & c. Every article required for use in the game may be obtained on reasonable terms by applying to E. Tindall, Esq, surveyor and land agent, 28, Portland- terrace, Regent's Park, or of W. Inwood, bowler and manager of the ground. Professional bowlers always in attendance. Refreshments of every description, and of the very best quality. Now ready, in 1 vol, with 1,500 engravings of arms, IR BERNARD BURKE'S PEERAGE and BARONETAGE for 1857. New Edition, corrected throughout to the present time from the personal communications of the nobility, & c. " The best genealogical and heraldic dictionary of the peerage and baronetage, and the first authority on all questions affecting the aristo- cracy."— Globe. Hurst and Blackett, publishers, successors to Henry Colburn^ Under the patronage of her Majesty the Queen, and his Royal Hiirhness the Prince Albsrt. The NINTH ELECTION* of PENSIONERS will take place in July next. The ANNUAL MEETING of the institution will take place on the 12th of May; the President, the Right Hon Lord Robert Grosvenor, M. P., in the Chair. The committee of this institution desire to inform the members that various situations are registered on the books of the society, and good servants required for the same, THOMAS DOUSBERY. Secretary. C1RICKET.— Middlesex Ground, Adelaide- road, J adjoining Primrose Hill.- R. THOMS and H. PAYNE beg to inform their friends that the above ground ( which during the recess has been relaid) is NOW OPEN for the season, when they trust by the strictest attention to merit an increased support of the metropolitan cricketers. An early application from clubs wishing to engage is soli- cited. Bats, balls, stumps, and every requisite for tlie game, of the best quality, to be had as above. MAPPIN'S CUTLERY and ELECTRO SILVER PLATE.— Messrs MAPPIN BROTHERS, manufacturers by special appointment to the Queen, are the only Sheffield makers who supply the consumer direct in Loudon, consequently admitting of no intervening profit between the manufacturer and the buyer. Their London show- reoms, 67 and 68, King William- street, London Bridge, contain by far the largest STOCK of CUTLERY and ELECTRO SIL- VER PLATE in the world, which is transmitted direct from their manufactory, Queen's Cutlery Workst Sheffield, Electro silver spoons and forks, " fiddle pattern, full size :— Table spoons, 86s per dozen ivory table knives, full size, balance handles, which cannot possibly come loose in hot water :— Table forks, 36s ,, Table knives, 21s per dozen Dessert spoons, 27s „ Dessert knives, 15s „ Dessert forks, 27s „ Carvers, 7s per pair Tea sposns, 16s „ Asabovewithsterlingsilverferrules Table knives, 28s per dozen Dessert knives, 22s „ . Carvers, 9s per pair Messrs Mappin Brothers respectively invite buyers to inspect their unprecedented display, which for beauty of design, exquisite workman- ship, and novelty stands unrivalled. Their illustrated catalogue, which is continually receiving additions of new designs, will be forwarded post free on applicatiou. Mappin Brothers, 67 and 68, King William- street, London Bridge. Manufactory, Queen's Cutlery Works, Sheffield. T( O HOTEL and TAVERN KEEPERS.— SLACK'S NICKEL SILVER is the hardest and most perfect white metal ever invented, and in use retains its silverlike appearance. Fiddle pattern. Thread. King's. Table spoons or forks 12s and 15s .. 19s .. 28s .. 30s Dessert ditto 10s and 13s .. 16a .. 21s .. 25s Teaspoons 5s and 6s .. 8s .. lis .. 12s Orders above £ 2, carriage free. R. and J. Slack, 330, Strand. ALLEN'S ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE of PORTMANTEAUS, Despatch Boxes, Writing and Dressing Cases, Travelling Bags, with square openings, and 500 other articles for travelling; by post for two stamps. Allen'b Patent Solid Leather Port- manteau, with four compartments. Allen's Patent Despatch Box, with and without dressing case. Allen's Patent Travelling Bag, with square opening, These articles are the best of the kind yet invented.— J. W. and T, Allen, manufacturers of portable barrack- room furniture, and military outfitters ( see separate catalogue), 18 and 22, Strand. CARPE DIEM, CARPE DIEM.— Some fine specimens of the PICEA NOBILIS, nordmaniana, pinsapo, cepha- lonica, pinus ponderosa, excelsa austriaca, insignis, macrocarpa, abies douglasii, menziesii, cedrus deodara, lebani, atlantica, weiliiigtoiiia gigantea, andother conifer ® ; araucaria, taxouium sempervirens, crypto- meria japonica ; as well as a large assortment of every description or nur- sery stock, with one of the largest selections of fruit trees in the trade, may be had from the establishment of DONALD and SON, Goldworth Nursery, Woking, Surrey, one hour by rail fiom Waterloo station. All these plants have been constantly removed, and will be sold cheap. Prices on application. YACHT STOVES.— DEANE, DRAY, AND CO'S improved PATENT YACHT STOVE, fitted witb boiler, oven, and tiawork complete, is capable of cooking expeditiously, and to the greatest perfection, in baking, roasting, boiling, broiling, & c. These stoves have been extensively adopted and approved by members of the various yacht clubs. Descriptive drawings, with prices, sent per post free.— Deane, Dray, and Co, London Bridge. Established A. D. 1700. M ILNER'S HOLDFAST and FIRE- RESISTING SAFES ( non- conducting and vapourising), with all the improve- ments, under their Quadruple Patents of 1846- 51- 54 and 1855, including their Gunpowder Proof Solid Lock and Deor, without which no safe is secure. The strongest, best, and cheapest safeguards extant. Milner'e Pheenix Safe Works, Liverpool, the most complete and extensive in the world. Show- rooms 6 and 8, Lord- street, Liverpool. London Depdt, 47A, Moorgate- street, City. Circulars free by post. LESLIE'S GAS PATENTS.— Improved machinery enables Mr LESLIE to reduce the price of his celebrated BURNERS from 7s to 4s each. The London, Liverpool, and Manchester Post and Money Order Offices' gas is purified and consumed by Leslie's Patents with great sanitary and economic results. 59, Conduit- street.— N. B, The composing and other offices of this journal are admirably and economically lighted by the use of Leslie's Patents. D O YOU WANT a WELL- BUILT PAIR of KICKSEYS ? First rate stuff to stand the saddle, and no mis- take, well up in fork, easy stride, no drag when worn without straps, neat leg, and well shrunk, 28s ; tough riding tweeds, . See, any pattern, from 20s; hunting and racing leather ditto at very young prices.— C. BELLERBY, 8, Davies- street, Berkeley- square ( many years with Hammonds).— N. B. Odd legs made made to look like pairs. TO SPORTSMEN and Others.— MOORE and SON, 136, New Bond- street, London. Established A. D. 1760. From the best shrunk SCOTCH MAUDS, coat, waistcoat, and trowsers ( whole suit), £ 3 3s; the best Bedford cord breeches, well shrunk, £ 115s; patent woollen cord breeches, well shrunk, £ 18s; leather breeches, finest quality, £ 3 6s ; and second quality, £ 2 15s. Terms, cash. The only house where every kind of garment for hunting, shooting, and ordinary wear, can be obtained in first- rate style, at low prices. R I DING to C OVERT.— CORDIS G'S WATERPROOF COATS are the best, light or stout, patronised by most masters of hounds; coat covers for the saddle; riding aprons, a safe protection to seat and knees ; warm driving aprons, warranted not to crack ; driving gloves. Cording's new patent leather waterproof riding boots are light, pliant, and durable; they are equally serviceable for salmon fishing and snipe sheoting, and require no dressing; knee- boots and ankle- boots for ordinary use in bad weather.— J. C. Cording, 231, Strand, five doors west, of Temple Bar. ELECTORS AND NON- ELECTORS.— GENTLEMEN : In compliance with the most general requisition of all classes of our fellow- citizens and the inhabitants of this great em- pire, we have again allowed our names to be put in nomination as your representatives in the commercial interests of the country, and in eVery domestic relation where comfort and economy are most essential. We have much pleasure in recording the events of our previous career in your service, and in giving our firm professions to further engagements in connection with your wishes and commands. Extravagant charges are as objectionable as excessive taxation, and we have made it our business entirely to avoid the former, and to lighten, as much as possible, the oppression of the latter. We have paid the most rigid attention to the changes in the markets, and have directed the current of capital into the best channels, In the BOOT and SHOE manufacturing department we have secured to our patrons and the public the advantage of superior articles at the same economical prices. Considering the recent exorbitant advances in the leather markets, this important object could only be accomplished by very large investments, which we made under very opportune cir- cumstances. A general election of spring and summer ATTIRE, in the highest order of fashion, in styles of ingenious device, and garments to every taste and requirement, takes place at our establishment and its branches im- mediately. Everything being now in perfect arrangement, we can supplj- any demand at the most reasonable price. We are sure our novel stock of HOSlERYgoods will keep the lead of In 2 vols, large octavo, with upwards of600 engravings, price £ 3, half bd, THE BOOK of the FARM. By HENRY STEPHENS, F. R. 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D., surgeon, 55, Great Queen- street, Lincoln's Inn, > London, VTORTHAMPTON MEETING. — Mr A. TAYLOR is doing business on the Northamptonshire Stakes, Earl Spencer's Plate, Althorp Park Stakes, and other events. The winner of ti e stakes is as certain as Tame Deer was for Warwick, and the odds better. Gentlemen subscribing to Mr T.' s list can have horses backed for £ 10 or £ 2o, and send the money after the race. COMMISSIONS executed from £ 1 to £ 100. Address Mr A. Taylor, Box No. 5, General Post Office, London. P. O. orders payable to Alexis Taylor, chief office. City. Mr A. Taylor reminds his patrons not to forget per centage for Warwick. Send stamped envelopes. Terms: Yearly subscription, £ 2 2s; for each m eting, 5s. MESSRS HEWITT and REID continue execute COMMISSIONS on all races throughout the year. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE STAKES. to 5 to 1 agst St Giles 5 to 1 Skirmisher 7 to 1 Sir Colin 8 to 1 Codrington 10 to 1 agst Adamas 20 to 1 Porto Rico 20 to 1 Silk more From 30 to 100 agst others Also on all events at Birmingham, the Chester Cup, Derby, & c. Post Office orders to be made payable ( chief office) to Messrs Hewitt and Reid. 6. Harrison- street. Brunswick- square, London. MR ALBERT CHESTER ( established 1817), continues to execute COMMISSIONS to any amount. Corre- spondents may always rely on receiving the best market prices. Latest prices :— NORTHAMPTONSHIRE STAKES 4 t ® 1 aest Skirmisher 11 to 2 St Giles 7 to 1 Sir Colin 7 to 1 Codrington 9 to 1 Adamas 12 to 1 Lawn 15 to 1 Silkmore 15 to 1 agst Commoner 15 to 1 Porto Rico 18 to 1 Brai ken 20 to 1 The Borderer 25 to 1 Romeo 25 to 1 Amati 25 to 35 others Checks must be crossed " London and Westminster Bank," or Past Office orders payable at chief office. Address, Mr A, Chester, Box 20, General Post Office, London. N. B. Mr Chester begs to inform those gentlemen who wish his unri- valled advice on all the principal races of the season that his fee will be, as usual, £ 1 Is the year, or 10s 6d the half- year. MESSRS HOWARD AND CLINTON are execut- ing COMSIISSIONS on all the leading events of the season, double events, & c. Correspondents may rely on receiving the best market prices. LATEST ODDS. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE STAKES. 5 to 1 agst St Giles 8 to 1 Sir Colin 9 to 1 Skirmisher 10 to 1 Adamas 15 to 1 Codrington 15 to 1 Silkmore 20 to 30 others CHESTER CUP. 12 to 1 agst Leamington 25 to 1 Sir Colin 25 to 1 Claret 80 to 1 Rogerthorpe 88 to 1 Schiedam 33 to 1 Mincepie 35 to 50 others DERBY. I 95 to 1 agst Kent I 25 to 1 Bird in Hand ISO to 1 Saunterer 30 to 1 Sprig of Shillelah SO to 50 others Messrs H. and C. issue, as usual, their circulars of advice over the various meetings of the season, and particularly direct attention to the Chester Cup. Commissions executed to any amount. Terms: Season, £ 3 8s; to the Derby, £ 1 Is. Address Messrs H. and C„ Post Office, • Coventry- street, Soho. Orders payable to Henry Howard, same place. 15 to 1 agst Tournament 14 to i Blink Bonny 18 to 1 Zuyder Zee 18 to 1 M. D. 20 to 1 Loyola FE0M THE LONDON GAZETTE OF FKIDAY, MAKCH 20„ WAR- OFFICE, PALL- MALL, MAECH 20.— 4th Regt Drag Gds : Lieut C. F. Shawe to be capt, v Henry, who ret; Cornet and Auj E. Harran to have the rank of lieut; Cornet W. C. Goldie to b? lieut, v Shawe; Cornet H. ; H. Chilton, from 7th Drag Gds, to be cornet, v Goldie.— 1st Drags: J. W. S.' Smith, gent, to be cornet, v Grayburn, prom.— 3d Lt Drags: S. Barrett, gent, to be cornet, v Bell, prom,— 1st or Gren Regt of Ft Gds: Capt W. Earle, from the 49th Ft. to be lieut and capt, v Brev » Maj W. G. Cameron, who ex.— Scots Fus Gds: Ens and Lieut Hon Ec ttrownlow, to be lieut and capt, v Brev- Maj Shuckburgh, who ret; R. A, Dalzell, gent, to be ens and lieut. v Hon E. Brownlow; Batt- Surg J. A, Bostock, M. D., to be Surg- Maj, v T. Richardson, who ret upon li- p; Assist- Surg F. Robinson, M. D., to be batt surg, v Bostock.— 1st Regt Ft: C. K. C. Rooke, gent, to be ens, v Kershaw, who ret.— 2d Ft: The exchange between Capts vVillan and Grimston, as stated in the Gazette of Sept 8 « last has been antedated to Sept 29.— 7th Ft: Maj R. VV. Aldworth to be lieut- col, v Brev- Col VV. H. C. Wellesley, who ret; Brev- Maj T. Tryo* to be maj, v Aldworth ; Lieut G. H. Waller to be capt, v Tryon.— 18th Ft: The exchange between Capts Grimston and Willan, as stated in the Gazett- e of80th Sept last, has been antedated to 29th Sept, 1856.— 16th Ft: Lieut G. Barchard to be adj, v Douglas, wlie res the adjutancy only. 17th Ft: Lieut W. F. A. E. Presgrave to be instructor of musketry.— 18th : Ens G. S. Hutchings has been permitted to resign his commission 23d: Ass- Sur J. N. Shipton, from Staff, to be ass- sur.— 28th : Brev- Maj T, Maunsell to be maj, v Brev- Lieut- Col Lindsell, who ret; Lieut E, Q. Waldy to be capt, v Mauusell; Capt J. G. Turner, from h- p 28th, to be capt, v Watdy, placed on h- p.— 35th : Mai P. W. S. Ross, from 53d, to be maj, v English, who ex.— 43d : Brev- Col T. G. Browne, C. B., from h- p - 14th Ft, to b « lieut- col, v Brev- Col Skipwith, who ex : Mai J. M. Prim » rose to be lieut- ool, v Brev- Col Browne, who ret.— 45th : W. Kershaw, gent, to be ens, v Apjohn, who ret.— 49th : Brev- Maj W. G, Cameron, from 1st or Gren Ft Gds, to be capt, v Earle, who ex.— 53d: Maj F. English, from 85th Ft, to be maj, v Ross, who ex.— 66ths Lieut Sir C. F. W. Cuffe, Bart, to be capt, vHawkes, who ret; Ens C. A. Shortt to ba lieut, v Sir C. F. W. Cuffe.— 76th: Lieut J. VV. Preston to be instructs of musketry.— 82d: Lieut P. T. Dickson has been per* mitted to retire from the service by the sale of his commission; C. Ne> ville, gent, to be ens. v Henderson, prom.— 93d: Lieut E. Welch to bt instructor of musketry, v Capt Dawson, who resigns that appointment; Assist- Surg J. N. Bell, M. D., from 79th Ft, to be assist- surg.— 94ths Lieut S. Ma'thus to be instructor of musketry, v Capt St John, who resigns that appointment.— 96tli: Capt J. Meade, from h- p of the 30th Ft. to be capt, v Dillon, whose app to the regt, from h- p of the Rifle Brigade, has been cancelled.— Rifle Brig: Lieut C. T. Murdoch has been permitted to retire from the service by the sale of his commission.— Gold Coast Corps: Ens W. Cumming to be lieut, without pur, v Clarke, who resigns,— Land Transport Corps: To be quartermasters; Acting Quartermaster E. Pierson, late Commissary Storekeeper; Acting Quar « ternnster D. M'Intyre, from Quartermaster- Sergeant- 79tli Foot.— Depot Batt: Capt R. D. Astle^, 49th Ft, to be Instructor of Musketry. HOSPITAL STAFF: Staff- Sure of the First Class R. Temp'eton, M. D., from h- p, to be staff- surg of the first class, v R. Dane, M. D., placed upon h- p; Purveyor's Clerk C. B. Knapp to be purveyor to the forces; Acting Asst- Surg T. A. Finnimore has been permitted to resign his commission. BREVET: Breyet Lieut- Col J, Jacob, C. B., of the Bombay Aitillery, to be aide- de- camp to the Qiusen, with the rank of col in the army.— The following promotions to take place in consequence of the aiipoint* ment of Col T. G. Higgins, of the Royal Artillery, to be maj- gen, on the retirement to full pay of Maj- Gen Bastard of that corps: Brevet Lieut » Col J. Macphail, h- p of 7th Light Drags, to be col; Maj F. D. Luinley, h- p unattached, to be lieut- col; Capt F. Lucas. 16th Foot, to be major.— The undermentioned officer having completed three years' actual service on the 3d of February, 1857, in the rank of lieut- eol, to be prom to be col in the army, under the royal warrant of the 6th Oct, 1854:— Lieut- Col H. W. Whitfield, of 2d West India Regt.— The undermentiontd- quarter" master, retired on h- p, to have the honorary rank of capt. under the royal warrant of the 17th Dec, 1855:— Quartermaster W, Betson, h- p, 15th Light Drags. ADMIRALTY, MARCH 18.— Corps of Reyal Marines : Capt VV. Cossar to be paymaster, v Lawrence, dec. ADMIRALTY, MARCH 16.— Corps of Royal Marines: First Lieut F. L< S Alexander to be capt. v Coasar. BANKRUPTCIES ANNULLED, ALEXANDER SYME, Tonbridge Wells, Kent, stationer. HEiiRY DENISON, Liverpool, money scriuener. BANKRUPTS. JOHN HUNTER, Rottingliam- place, Stepney, draper. GEORGE GOODWIN, Manchester, woollen merchant. JOHN WRIGGLES WORTH, Halifax, Yorkshire, linendraper. JOHN SAMUEL GRIEVES, Greystoke- place, Fetter- lane, printer aud publisher. EVAN LEWIS, Llantrissant, Glamorganshire, victualler. HENRY MARLOW, Walsall, Staffordshire, iron founder. JOHN W. CLARKE, Whittlesea, Cambridge, seed merchant. SAMUEL COULDIiEY, Flower's Wharf, Limehouse, Midd. esex, lime merchant. WM. HOWARD, Church- street, Bermondsey, timber merchant. GEORGE CONST AN TIN FRANGHIADI, Gresham House, Old Broad- street, merchant. CHARLES HIGGINS, Salisbury, brewer. TILDEN CHRISMAS, Chatham, coal merchant. SCOTCH SEQUESTRATIONS. PETER GALLACHER, Glasgow, grocer, ALEXANDER MACDONALD, Portree, merchant. THE MARKETS. CORN EXCHANGE, MARK- LANE.- FRIDAY. Since Monday only moderate supplies of English Wheat have come to hand, coastwise and by land- carriage. The demand, however, does not improve, and only a trifling business ha3 been passing, at barely previ- ous quotations. Foreign Wheat has come slowly to hand, yet all kinds have met a dull inquiry, on former terms. The Barley trade is less active than last week, but no decline has taken place in value. Fine Malt continues scarce and in request, at full prices. We have to report a dull inquiry for Oats, at barely late rates. Both Beans and Peas have moved oil slowly, and the transactions in Fiour have been trilling,— Current prices, per quarter.— British:— Wheat, Essex, Kent, and Suffolk, white, 51s to 64s; ditto, fine selected nu; s, 653 to68s; ditto red, 44s to 58s; ditto, Talavera, 67a to 76s; Norfolk, Lincolnshire, and Yorkshire 45s to 64s. Barley— Maitine, lis to 4Ss: grinding and distilling, 33s So 40s; Chevalier, 47s to 52s. Malt— Essex, Norfolk, and Suffolk, 66s to 75s ; Kingston, Ware, and town- made, 76s to 803. Oats— Essex and Suffolk, 21s to 25s; Scotch and Lincolnshire potato, 21s to 29s; feed, 23s to 25s; Irish potato, 25s to 23s. Rye, 38s to 4,0s, Beans— Mazagan, 33s to » 5g; tick and harrow, 36s to 39.-; pigeon, 39s to 42s; long pod, — to —. Peas - Non boilers, 32s to 3os; white, Essex and Kent boilers, 3Ss to 40s; ditto Sne Suffolk, 40s to 41s; maple, 39s to 42s; gray, 35s to 38s. i lour— Best marks, delivered, per sack, 55s to 57s: seconuary and country ditto, 43a to 47s. FORBI& IT.— Wheat— Dantzic and Konigsberg, 71s to 79s; ditto. ditto, extra, 80s to 85s; Rostock and Wolg& st, 60s to 78s; Belgian ana Psmersnian, 50sto74s: Danishand Silesian, 56sto 60s: ItalianandMa « rianople, — s to — s; Odes « a, — g to — s; American ana Canadian, 60s to 70s. Barley— Malting, 40s to 43s; grindingand distilling, S6s to 40s, Oafcr - Poland brew, 24s to 28s; feed, 21s to 27s. Beans— small, 36s to 39i » Egyptian, 32s to Scs. Peas - white boilers, 36s to 38s; yellow ditto, 85ste 37s; lion boilers, Sis to 36s. Hour— Spanish, p « r sack, — 8 to — a s Canadian and American scur, 28s to 31s; sweet, 32s to 85s, BRE AD.— The price of r: read ill the City and at the West End is still maintained at 8d to 9d the 41b loaf; but in other places the bakers are selling the best bread at 7Jd the ilb loaf, while in the cheap neighbour- hoods they profess to sell at 7d. SEEDS.- Linseed remains high, with only a limited sale, fine English Rapeseeu was quite as d6ai?. There litis been fair itiiporls of Cloverseed, and although !; ot so free sale, prices were well supported for all qualities of red; but white were rather cheaper. In trefoil no change, but good samples brought as much money. Canaryseed was steady in value, and tine samples have become scarce, and fully as dear as before.— Turnips, white, 20s to 21s per bushel; red and green, 20s to 2is; Mustard arown, 20s to 22s; whiie, 10s to 12s; Tares, winter, 6s Od to 7s Od, Canary, 64s to 70s per qr.; Rye Grass, 32sto34sj Clover, red, English, 52* to 98s per cwt.; ditto, white, 66s to 80s ; ditto, Foreign, led, 68s to 82s; ditto, whiti> Mis ! Trefoil, npw. 9J? r tn kKs - Parraww naw t*.. +.. Ms per cwt; Linseed—- Sowxxik. im . w y^ i vi,, tm _ ? eed— Baltic, - s to — s per qr; Odessa, 68s to— sBd. LinseedCakes, English, £ 10 10s to 15s per ton; Foreign, £ 9 10s t ® £ 1110s; Rape Cak>- s, £ 6 0s to £ 3 10s : Rapsseed, new, £ 82 to £ 84 per qr. METROPOLITAN CATTLE MARKET, FRIDAY,— Tne supplies ol stock moderate for the time of year, and the trade generally is steady,— Beef— Inferior coarse Beasts, 3s 4d to Ss 6d; second quality, 3s Sd to Is 0J; prime large Oxen, 4s2d fa 4s8d; prime Scots, 4s lOd to 5s Od, Sheep— Infer coarse Siieep, 4s 6d to 4s 101; second quality, 5s Od to 5s 2d, prime coarse woolled, 5s 4d to 5s 6d ; prime South Down 5s lOd to 6s On, Galres— Large coarse Calves, is 0i to 5s 2d; prime small 5s id to Ss 6d, Perk— Large Hogs, 3b 8d to 4o - id, neat small porkers 4s 6d to 5s 2'', Suckling Calves 23s to 30s each; quarter- old store Pigs 21s to 28s Odditto, Lambs os0d; to 0s 0d.— Head of Cattle., on sale— Beasts 1,400, Cows 130, Sheep and Lambs 3,000, Calves 200, Pigs? 340, Foreign— Beasts were 70. Sheep 40, Calves 70. NEWGATE AND LEADENHALL MARKETS, FRIDAY.- Wc had a moderate supply, and trade generally steady.— Inferior Beef 3s Od to Ss 4d, middling Ss 6d to Ss lt'd, prime large ditto 4s Od to 4s 2d, prime small ditto 4s 4a to 4s 6d. Inferior Mutton Ss Sd to 3s lOd middling ditto 4s Od to 4s 6d, prime ditto 4s 8d to 4s lOd. Veal 3s lOd to ht Od. Laree Pork Ss 8d to 4s 4d, small ditto ( id to 5s 4ii. PROVISION MARKET.— The arrivals last week from Ireland were 895 firkins of Butter and 1,810 bales Bacon; and from Foreign ports 8,541 casks of Butter, and 4S0 baies of Bacon. With the exception of English Butter ( fine new Dorset is obtainable at 130s to 182s per c\ vt}, of which the supply is quite Inadequate to present wants, most descrip tions have met an improved demand. Transactions in Irish Eutter are for immediate shipment to Manchester and Liverpool, and generally the rates obtained are very irregular. Best Limericks and tine Carlows, each being in the hands of two separate houses, are firmly held at 102s per cwt for the former, and 112s per cwt for the latter. Nothing but the best Foreign Butter meets the attention of buyers, and sales are made at the following prices:— Fine Friesland 134s, surplus 12os to 122s, seconds 9tis to 94s, fine Holland via to 94s, Kampen and Zwoll llSs to 130s, fine Bosch loos to 108s, fine Gi oningen and Guilderland 94s to 100s, fine Leer and Emden 94s to 98s, Holstein aud Kiel 128s to 136s, Freneh 86s to 88s. An advance has been established in Lard since last week. Irish Water- ford bladdered 82s to 84s, Belfast 78s to 80s, kegs 70s to 74s, fine Ameri- can barrelled 72s. No change in Hams. Only a limited demand for Bacon. American advices specifying higher prices there, greatly influ- enced the minds of helders, and generally Is to 2s more demanded and realised on the best go. ds. Hamburgh all disposed of at 64s, and best in ine arucie veiy iviuuicii^ u, tr- o » jb wtiuneu ioi new American, mess. In consequence of the old stock of Beef and Pork being cleared from first hands, and the postponement of all Government sales, great firmness prevails in the market. In English Cheese the demand has been very dull for all descriptions, and but few sales have been effected the past week; prices remain the same. Stocks are on the increase, withagord supply.— Ch « ddar, fine, 76s. to 80s; middling, j « s to 72s; ditto loaf, 64s 10 78s: Wilts loat. 64s to 80s; ditto double, 64s to 70s; ditto th. ii', 50s to56s; ditto pines, 78s to 82s j ditto skim, 38s t0 48s: Cheshire, 64s to 82s: doub e Gloucester, 60s to 74s per cwt. Foreign Cheese of all descriptions must be quoted as under :— Edams 56s to 72s, inferior — s to— s, fine pale — s to — >;, inferior — s to — s, new Goudas 48s to 56s, inferior — s to — s, new Derby ditto 54s to 563. inferior — s to — s, fine loaf — ?, inferior — s to — s. new Kanters 28s, fine and good Ameri- can ( duty paid) 58s to 62s. POTATO MARKET, FRIDAY.- The arrivals of Potatoes at the waterside; Southwark) market have again been large since this day week. The general demand has varied very little, and in prices no change,— — York Regents 90s Od to i20s? Kent and Essex ditto 90s Od to 120s, Scotch ditto 80s tolOOs, middlings 60s to 65s, Lincolns 80s to 100s, and blues 70s to 80s. HOP MARKET, FBIDAY,— The market for Hops has been steady throughout the week, and prices have undergone no alteration— Mid and East Kent pockets £ 310s to £ 4 10s. Weald of Kent £ 3 3s to £ 4 0s, Sussex £ 210s £ S 14B per cwt. WOOL MARKET, FRIDAY.— The pressiug wants of nearly all classes of buyers at the Colonial Wool sales caused an undue excitement at the early part of the sales, which were very numerously attended, and an advance of nearly 3d per lb on Australian Wool generally, and 2d on Cape, was freely paid on November prices. Sydney fleece Wool, of which there was a limited supply, nearly obtained the advance throughout the sales, but all other descriptions of Australian Wool gave way towards the close of the second week; the utmost improvement on last sales can- not be quoted more than id per lb. Lambs and Skin Wools were in much request. The large quantity of Cape offered almost daily found eager buyers the first five or six sales, at the advance stated; prices then settled down from Jd to Id improvement for good scoured, and continued firm to the end, which clearly evinces the estimation in which this class of Wool is held, and must be encouraging to the flock masters of that co lony. It is considered that about 20 per cent of the whole quantity offered was taken for Foreign account. East India sold with spirit at Id advance on last London prices. The English Wool trade has been almost at a standstill— At per pack of 2401b, at currency as follows:— Fleeces— Southdown hogs £ 21 10s to £ 22 0s, ditto half- bred hogs £ 19 to £ 2110s, ditto Kent £ 17 10s to £ 18, ditto Southdown ewes and wether £ 18 0s to £ 19 0s, ditto Leicester ditto £ 17 0s to £ 18 10s. Sorts— Cloth- ing, picklock £ 22 to £ 28 0-, ditto prime and picklock £ 2010s to £ 21 0s, ditto choice £ 18 0s to £ 19 od, ditto super £ 17 Od to £ 18 0s, ditto Comb- ing— wether matching £ 23 IJS to £ 24 0s, ditto picklock £ 19 10s to £ 20, ditto common £ 16 0s to £ 17 0s, ditto hog matching £ 24 10s to £ 25, ditto picklock matching £ 20103 to £ 21 10s, ditto superfine ditto £ 17 10s to £ 1810s. HAY MARKETS, THURSDAY.— There was a good supply at these markets to- day, and trade heavy. Prices were without change for the best green meadow hay, but interior were cheaper,— Smithfield— Meadow Hay 50s to 80s, new — s to — s, Clover Hay 70s to 100s, new — s to — > Straw 28e to 30s. Cumberland— Meadow Hay 52s to 84s, new — s, Clover Hay 70s to 100s, new — a to — s— Straw 26s to 31s. Waits, chapel— Meadow Hay 50s to 80s. new — s to — s, Clover Hay 70s tj i00a, new — s to — s— Straw 26s to 30s. LEATHER MARKET, FRIDAY.— We cannot report ajy increase in the supply of fresh Leather at Leadenhall this week. Jrops are ex- ceedingly scarce, and high rates are readily obtained fa' fresh parcels. There was an active demand for light English and hfiivy Foreign butts of all averages at fully late rates, A fair inquiry hss prevailed for dress- ing hides, shaved hides, and horse hides at former quotations. Kips and skins continue in good request, and stocks remain very small. Shoulders are scarce, and late prices well supported. No change occurred in offal. Quotations :- Crop Hides, 281b to 491b each, 16d to 20d per lb; 401b to 541b, 20d to22d; 541b to601b, - d to22d; Bull Hides 13dto 15d; Vitrol Butts, Od to Od; English Butts, 22d to 31d ; Foreign Butts 16| d to 19d ; Foreign Hides, 16Jd to 18d : Dressing Hides 16d to 20d; ditto Shaved, 18d to 20d; best Saddlers' Hides, 19d to 21d; English Horse Hid# s, 14d to 17d; German Hides, 14dio 19d; Spanish Horse Hides 15d to 21d: Calf Skins ( if rounded, 2£ to 4d per lb more), 821b to 401b per dozen, 19d to24d; 421b to 501b. 19d to25d; 521b to 601b, 19d to 23d; 621b to 1001b, I9d toild; Seal Skins large, — d to— d; small,— d to— dj Kips, 14d to 25d: Basils, 9d to 14d ; Bellies, lid to 14d j Shoulders, 17d to 21d. BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON, MARCH 22, 1857. TO CORRESPONDENTS. Questions submitted for answers must have some distinctive feature—" Constant Readers" and " Constant Subscribers" are so numerous that such signatures only produce confusion. Questions if not sent early on Friday morning cannot be answered till the following week. Questions not answered must be repeated. Articles sent for insertion, if rejected, are not preserved. ANSWERS. BILLIARDS. A B, Dublin— No one may ston the ball but the striker. Had Green been holed, he would have played from baulk. R M— It is not a foul stroke. C B— Certainly not. Vice- Consul— It is a merely a foul stroke. G. Cox— I: If it is impossible to say where the ball was. it must play in its turn from baulk. 2: It is net a foul stroke. Miles— Each should pay the usual fee to the marker. G T— Apply to Mr Thurston, Ca- therine- street, Strand. T, , SKITTLES. Redan— Properly the bail should hit the pins before it touches the ground ; if it misses the front pin and knocks down the back pia, it is fair. TUBE. Thos. Riley— 13. , „„ , J L, Strood— Wednesday, the 27th of May. Cha3. Cowper— No. W F W, R « me— We shall be glad to receive a report of the meeting on the 14tlf and 16th of next month. XDG- Mildswdidnot run in the St Leger when Voltigeur won. W. Richard— We have not time to refer. S S- No. P B— Palmer. Ventnor— 1: The " g" is soft. 2: It is the title of an opera. L S* D— You must search the Calen dars. St Giles— Your question is ineom' nreliensible. J H L- MrT. Parr. Careful— We again reneat that- the advertising " Turf Committee" is not composed of members of J M, Burton- on- Trent— Mr Jackson. F. Robinson— Apply to the Clerk of the Course. W. Farquhar— Declare them off. H W P— We cannot inform you. Peter Flat— We will comply with your instructions, but cannot say what the price will be. Twyford— Is not a mare first fa- vourite ? Smith— No bet. W. Morgan— They both ran, Yellow Jack being. second, and Fisher man not piactd. J L or W H, Goole— No bets. William and John— No bet. Xovola— 1: Buy the two and com- pare them. 2: We cannot give you Mr D.' s address. Ombra— We do not know. D R— We are not aware that his condition has been changed. Paddingtou— The St Leger was run on the Tuesday, the year Satirist won. Pedigree— In 1S50, Bounty by Bay Miadleton or Alarm, was barren in ' 51 and ' 52, and had a foal by Venison in ' 53. STEEPLE CHASING. Hill Naas— No; the conditions of the race are plain enough. Paton— Return the money, as the draw is void. Frederick Goobchere— Grey. Richard— O ® the Monday before the race. G F— In 1855, 9min 49sec. Snooks— We shall be obliged for the proffered reports. HUNTING. M W— January. COURSING. The late Swindon Meeting— We quite agree with a " Member of the Speltiiorn Club" that the writer in question, of all persons, ought to bea- it in mind, appears always to overlook the old adage of " glass houses," & c. There- marks in question betray the jealous animus of the man, and are particularly applicable to his own report of what is erroneously termed a " Spelthorne Club" meeting, wherein he assigns such " grossly incorrect" grand- parents as Dart and Mouche to Let Me Go, instead of Neville and Mrs Kitty Brown. P M—" Thacker" will be published immediately after the coursing season; the price is a guinea. A Young Courser— The winner of the Waterloo Picture had no title to be included amongst the list of Waterloo Cup winners. W W, Cosham— It would depend entirely upon circumstances. TROTTING. J, Binnie— We have no rules of trotting. What particular point do you wish to . enow ? If you write to give us this information, we will assist you. G R— We cannot say. R. Holmes— 1: He cannot claim a flying start. 2: He must do it over the first mile. 3: No. The match, must be trotted on the aay specified in the articles. 4: It is generally the custom to give a week's notice. 5: Certainly. K D G— As it may be agreed upon. If it is not stipulated for in the articles the horse must start from the post. PIGEON SHOOTING. H. Mew— The bets abide the issue of the match, Plumstead— No. L S D— We believe Lord Kennedy did perform the feat you name, GAME. C. Wilkinson— Yes. W C- No. W H— He can, if he is registered. Aberdare— Soho. AQUATICS. .1 W R— The match has been men- tioned nearly every week thi3 year. If a subscriber, why not a reader also ? T. Fanley, Ratcliffe- cross— We are much too weary of these below- bridge squabbles to turn our at- tention to them. Some time since we expressed a determina- tion to have no more to do with them, and it is a pity that our example is not followed by others. CRICKET. Vigilans " Lillywhite's Guide" will give the information you re- quire. BOD Sole— The man is out. CARDS WHIST. Eversfleld— It is not a misdeal. If all the other players have their right numbers, you are liable for every revoke you may have made. If one of the other players holds the missing card, it is a lost deal. If the pack is imperfect, this rule does not apply. W S— They can call out by honours, B— You may ask him, B B, Dumfries— He can see the last trick. Bother— It i3 not a fair cut. Mrs B.— It is written by Lieut- Col B., and published by Addey and Co., Henrietta- street, Covent- garden. Newman— They cannot be called. CRIBBAGE. Duffer The last four is also a run of three. F D, Reading— The cards as played only include a run of three and a run of four. Bengal— Four threes and a nine are twenty- four. Doubtful- Yes, G G— The person who scored six for his crib wins the game. Y Z— Apply to a solicitor. J P- Yes. Snooks— There is no penalty; the card must remain down. C A H— An ace and a four. H. Shaw— 12. LOO.— Brigg— B. is looed, and the cards must be played over cor- rectly, his winnings remaining in the pool. TWA K— He is looed. Brigg— B. is looed, and his win- nings remain in the pool. VINGT- ET- UN.— T. W. Freeman — Double. PUT.— A B, Cardiff A. takes a chalk. R H— The party being bound, the other must call him, or give a ehalk, for there is HO leg without a put. H E— Five; but there is no leg without a put. W R C— Thev lose the leg. ECARTE.-. T. M. Lindsey- 1: We do not understand pool ecarte. 2: M. cannot claim a second cut. DOMINOES. A B— Of course you must not allow playing for money. J. M'Court— Neither wins. Pendulum— No one having played to the card, the mistake must be rectified. BACKGAMMON. E M— You can play the throw as it best suits you. RAPFLE. The two twenty- nines throw for first and second prizes. A. and C. are entitled to the prizes. L. Nightingale— Mr Wilson pays the 10s. D T B— It belongs to the winner of the chance in the sweepstake. Christmas— Mr Perry having an- nounced to the company he was about to throw for you, and that proving the winner, you are un- doubtedly entitled to the horse or the money. tt . v QUOITS. Uncle Toby— As if spelled " koits." „ D PEDESTRIANISM. V S— A trifle under limin. Li ver pool— Never. M D— Reed beat Hospool April 11, 1851, at Weslhill Park, Halifax; and Horrocks at Sheffield, Feb 26,1855. H A N— Roed ran 440 yards in 48isec. We have no aocount of the 560 yards. W. Walker— We have received the stamps for the advertisement, which should have also been sent again, as we never preserve those things. J. Clarke— We cannot come to any conclusion merely on your own statement; we must al3o hear Mrs Heathcote's reasons for re- fusing to allow you to run. A W— Wantling, of Derby. H. Proctor— The message came too late. Asia— No. Spinner— You could not do better than consult James Pudney, Coach and Horses, Backchurch- lane, Commercial- road. RING. H. Watmough We should say that Tom Sayers possessed greater science than Jack Randal. Zenophon Jem Ward is barely 5ft llin. J. Wilson— Jem Ward was born in 1800. J, Cheshire— The Tipton is more than six years older than Tom Sayers. Man of Kent— Harry Orme is about 5ft Sin. Tom Sayers was born in 1826. No horse ever trotted 20 miles in the hour in England. Abraham Clod— No. Bob Travers beat Crockett. See " Fistiana." V. D. Hunt— He was an English- man. E. Jenkihs— It was over an hour, we believe, but we do not recol- lect the exact time. E. Jenkins— Jemmy Massey. P M K— 6ft and iin is the height of the Tipton Slasher, as we have stated over and over again. W A S— Height 5ft 3in, weight 7st 61b. W F— Tom Sayers is a native of Brighton. A " double" is two hits, or a feint and a hit with the same hand. J £. Jr1^ IllJhi8 second fight with Nick Ward, May 11, 1841. See " Fights for the Championship" or " Fistiana" for particulars. R P L— Travers's portrait is pub- lished by Nat Langham. We do not know the price. Alec Keene's may be obtained at Smith's ( late Moore's), West- street, Upper St Martin's- lane. S. Goodman— They fought once, and Orme was tfie winner. W C— He is Champion. T M B- Yes. The Championship, A Z Savers and The Slasher will fight for the champion's belt, provided we re- ceive a sufficient sum before the fight to repay us for what we have advanced beyond the sub- scriptions, but not otherwise. Young Dutch Sam was never beaten in the P. R. t MISCELLANEOUS. Legal questions are not answered by us under any circumstances, but are at once consigned to the waste paper basket. G Y— We do not know to » foot or two, but it is nearly three miles, J. Watson— No. Haidee It is pronounced as if spelt with a " j." Doubtful— He can refuse admit- tance. Yeoman— We do not remember, W B S You must apply to the Lord Chamberlain. Inkerman— The license must be taken out in his county. X M A He can be sued after coming of age. J. M. Fergusson— We cannot say. M A B— It requires a stamp, unless a stamp receipt was originally i ( given for the £ 3. J A— The words are grammatically but not elegantly used. J C K— We do not know. Maskell— We do not recollect the date, Iliona— He was born at Broadlands, near Romsey, and you lose. James Swindells— He is not the heaviest, we should say. Leep— You can sue him. Blue Bell— Which act do you mean — the first, or the act of some three years back ? Z Z— It cannot strictly be used in that sense, although its applica- tion in that manner is warranted by general practice. F. Knight— Yes. W. White— No. C N, Northamptonshire— You can do so. Boston Neither man or horse swim. G. T. Wliittle— If your time is so valuable that you cannot multiply a few figures, what must ours be? C. Chancellor— You may get over swimmingly in that manner, but yon do not swim. J T D- No. J. Lukis— This distance is 54 miles. W. Overton— No amount of money makes an esquire; we have not space to enter at length upon the subject, and can only refer you to " Blackstone's Commentaries." R. Whitmore— 1836- 7. Bradfordian Grassland bets against Salt's Issuing an address. H. Thompson— 22,000 tons. T V, Bath— They are drilled as light infantry. Sir John M'N. is not in the army. Ware— Fauntleroy was hanged in 1824. Lancaster— We do not understand the value of coins. R S, Eccles The heavier man should be considered the bigger. A J— We have no notion, K S— They are not responsible. To our Portsmouth Correspondent — You cannot do better, if you want a gun for service, than apply to Mr Bishop, Bond- street. Hamlet— The following are the di- mensions of York Minster:— Area 72,860 feet, length inside 486 feet, width of nave 106 feet, of choir 102 feet, central aisle 51 feet, height of western tower 196 feet, central ditto 198 feet, of nave 93 feet, of choir 101 feet. We can- not give you the dimension of the large gothic window. R. Roney— 1: Black being the absence of light is supposed to denote privation of life. 2: An anchor that is foul of a rope, & c. Cragg— 1: Yes. 2: He can only appear to give hints to his client. He is not allowed to address the court. Brighton— We cannot tell you. Bother— There are several toyshops in London where you can pur- chase conjuring tricks. We can- net undertake to recommend one in particular. T P— There is no refreshment sta- tion between. B R J— It is a pelisse which can be put on in cold weather. It is worn over the left shoulder as being less likely to interfere with their movements. J. Tomlin— He is English. C G, Greenwich— Yes. J W— The bet is Off. J B W— We can give you no infor- mation on such subjects. A Z B— Nearer to 10 score. J. S. Boddy— The o is long. To ADVERTISERS.— Advertisements not exceeding eight lines are charged 5s each, and Is for every extra line. They cannot he taken, at the latest, after five o'clock on Friday afternoon, and must be pre- paid. Post Office orders to be made payable at the Strand Post Office, to William Clement. Postage stamps refused. mi'& Htff m Hon& on. LONDON, SUNDAY, MARCH 22. LORD JOHN RUSSELL— CHINA. The public have now had the benefit of a written address, and of a carefully prepared speech from Lord John Russell. Does either one or the other satisfy'expectation, or afford any sound reason for Lord John's vote on the China question ? Certainly not. In the address a great mistake is made, for an assertion is put forward that the Chinese commissioner offered reparation for any wrong which he might have com- mitted; yet no evidence exists of any offer such as an honour- able man could make, and such as a sensible man could pos- sibly accept. The mistake in the address is accounted for in some manner by a statement in the speech. That statement can leave little doubt on the mind of any one that Lord John had not read the papers when he made up his mind on the question, but had adopted the cry then got up, a cry professing to be made in the interests of humanity, and very attractive, therefore, to men of kindly feeling, such as we will assume Lord John Russell to be ; and further, it looks as if the noble lord had pinned his faith on the opinion of Sir Francis Baring. His lordship says that he believes the charge of a " disgraceful combination" and of an " unscrupulous coalition " to be " utterly false." In aider to make out the justification for this belief, he tells the following anecdote : " I said to one gentleman who con- sulted me, before the debate began, ' I am about the worSt person you can ask to advise you, because I have not yet read the papers, and I have not made up my own mind.' There was one gentleman with whom I spoke from time to time— Sir F. Baring— a man of as scrupulous honour, of as strict integrity, of as souud patriotism as any man who sits in the House of Commons, aud we came separately to the opinion that, upon reading all the papers, Sir J. Bow- ring was not justified in the measures of violencs he had taken." Now, whether the reading of the papers was performed by Sir F. Baring or'by Lord John Russell, this curious mode of suggesting the fact does not clearly inform us. " We believe that the reading was done by Sir F. Baring ; for it is difficult otherwise to explain the assertion which Lord J. Russell has made as to a particular fact, or the com- plete misconstruction which he has placed upon the whole proceeding. Thus, for instance, in his address, Lord John Russell says—" On looking carefully over the papers relating to the subject, I found that, in the miserable affair of the Arrow, reprisals had been resorted to, and reparation offered." Here are two assertions, and each of them is erroneous. There was no reprisal whatever. Reparation was demanded. Lord John says it was " offered." Sir J. Bowring, Sir M. Seymour, and Mr Consul Parkes say that it was refused. Lord John is wrong, and they are right. The outrage con sisted of a seizure of twelve men on board a British vessel, the seizure of the whole twelve being confessedly an act of gross injustice, for only one out of the twel~ e was even charged with piracy. Farther, it was an act in violation of a treaty which forbad the Chinese officials to make any such seizure without first communicating with the British official; and lastly, the men in the lorcha assert that the British flag was torn down and insulted. Was reparation offered for any of these things, taking them as mere separate and indi- vidual causes of complaint, and without reference to their political bearing ? Let us see. Were the men wrongfully seized compensated, or was compensation to them offered ? No; they had no reparation. Ten of them were, indeed, after some delay, sent back, but no reparation was made to them ; but one, not pretended to be a criminal, was detained in arrest, because the Chinese said that his evidence would be necessary in order to convict the other detained man. As- suming for the moment, but only for the moment ( for the Chinese have since given a practical contradiction to the pretence under which the seizure was made), that the man accused was guilty, the witness certainly was not guilty of any crime. Was any reparation offered to him ? None. And even as to the accused man, the Chinese authorities, by their offer to send him back, showed either that they did not believe him to be guilty, or that they did not care whether he was guilty or not. Here, therefore, so far as this part of the business is concerned, there is an end of any pretence as to reparation being offered. Should it be urged that the Chinese were warranted in seizing the accused man, for that they well knew him to be guilty, but that they offered to give him up solely to prevent loss of life and property, the answer is that though they were willing to give up the man, they were not willing to do what present justice and future security required— make a public acknowledg- ment of error and a public declaration that they would not repeat wrongful acts of this kind on a future occasion. Rather than do either of these things, Yeh was determined to expose the city to attack. Now, it was precisely to obtain this reparation for the past and security for the future that the English authorities were bound to act. Every one deeply regrets the necessity under which they were placed— but that necessity was created by the Chinese, and the English officials could not evade the obligations which it cast upon them. What had happened to the Arrow would, if not then atoned for, happen to any and every British ves- sel whenever a hot- headed, or foolish, or an unscrupulous Viceroy thought fit to repeat it. This was the matter for the consideration of the English officials, and it is in forget- ting this fact that Lord John is guilty of a misconstruction of the whole affair. Messrs Bowring, Seymour, and Parkes had to think not only of what had been done, but of what would be done— not only of the past, but of the future — not only of reparation due for a mischief committed, but of preventing its possible repetition. We have seen that no reparation either to individuals or to the English officials was offered for the past. What was the security offered as to the future. Mr. Commissioner Yeh says, " Hereafter if any lawless characters conceal themselves on board foreign lorchas you, the said consul, shall of ^ ourse be informed of the same by declaration ( from the Imperial Commissioner), in order that you may act ( in conjunction with the Chinese authorities) in the management of such affairs." This was no security for the future; the very expressions are evasive; 1 | hey do not amount tp a direct, frank, and honourable pro- mise. There is too much reason to believe that they were meant to be evasive. They were nearly as insolent as the answer addressed by Yeh to the American commander. The Chinese had wilfully fired on the American flag, a flag flying in a war boat, and most carefully exhibited to them ; and when complaint was made, the answer was " In future you must take care that the flag shall be properly known." This is the spirit of the ruffian, who, coming behind a man, knocks him down by driving a truck against him, and then tells him that in future he must take care to get out of the way. The acts themselves were bad enough; but thus dealt with by the Chinese, the English officials had no alternative except to act as they have done, or to proclaim that those who trade to China must do so without any hope of protection from their own Government. The insult to the flag is meant to be denied by the denial that any flag was hoisted at the time. On this point the tes- timonies of the two sets of parties is directly contradictory, and we must, therefore, have recourse to a consideration of probabilities. The probabilities are that the crew, knowing the flag to be their only chance of protection in waters where twelve men may be seized on that one accused man may be captured, would keep the flag flying as a matter of precau- tion absolutely necessary for their safety; and the manner in which the Chinese treated the American flag, and afterwards wrote about it, can leave no doubt that in a matter of this sort Chinese testimony is the last to be relied on. We be- lieve that the flag was hoisted ; but besides that, there is the undoubted fact that the boat was a boat entirely different from one of a Chinese build, and was known to be a boat which could not thus be boarded without previous communi- cation with the British Consul. The justification of Sir J. Bowring for acting without first consulting the home Government arose from the necessity of the case. The treaty prevented the Chinese from seizing on any person or vessel claiming to be British, except with the concurrent aid of the British officials. Such a treaty may seem to be a clog on the Chinese authorities; but it is one which is necessary for the protection of foreigners who trade in the Chinese harbours. It is plain that the administration of law by the Chinese authorities, perfectly ferocious as it is in the case of Chinese subjects, is not for a moment to be trusted in the case of foreigners, and the treaty was, there- fore, properly made, and, unless we mean to abandon Englishmen to Chinese barbarity, must be rigidly enforced. J m SIR J. GRAHAM- COL PERRONET THOMPSON, There are good reasons to hope that the next House of Commons will not see Sir James Graham seated as member for Carlisle. The baronet has attended a meeting to explain his sentiments, and to read a letter. There seems to be some feud between him and Mr Ferguson, his colleague ; for his letter says the electors " must make their choice between Mr Ferguson and me." It is to be hoped that they will make their choice, and that Sir J. Graham may have the opportunity afforded him of quietly reflecting ( without any disturbing thought of passing politics) upon the events of his bygone life. The electors certainly ought to reflect on them. With practised adroitness Sir J. Graham tries to put the whole question of his fitness to represent Carlisle upon his conduct in the Chinese matter. The electors of Carlisle, if they desire not to dishonour themselves, must think of other things. They are Englishmen— they affect to be freemen, and to wish for others the blessings of free- dom and justice. Let them reflect that Sir J. Gra- ham was, by his own admission, the chief in that base business of opening letters at the Post Office; that he it is who has scandalously libelled innocent men, and then refused an honourable apology. He libelled Kossuth, but though the libels were proved to be as false as the charge they involved was atrocious, never had the honour to make a frank and manly apology for having circulated them. Let the electors, too, remember his charge against Mr Layard, accusing that gentleman of having occasioned the death of another man, when dates ( which it was difficult to conceive could be unknown to Sir James Graham) showed the charge to be utterly untrue. An apology was made then ; Mr Layard was in the House of Commons, and could compel the making of it; but though in that respect Mr Layard had an advantage over Kossuth, and could get some apology, the apology was not made in that spirit or in that language which redeemed the character of the defeated accuser. Let the electors of Carlisle remem- ber these particular acts, and say whether it is for their credit to declare that Sir J. Graham is their " representative." His general politics are nearly on a par with these his spe- cial politics. He was one of that Cabinet which public in- dignation dismissed for gross misconduct and mismanage- ment in the Russian war, and his pro- Russian tendencies are attested by his speeches. It is true that he did come round to the public side on the question of the Corn- laws, but his conversion there had altogether the air of an ex officio change of opinion. In no one instance do we recollect anything in the whole career of Sir James Graham which ought to confer on him the name of " Statesman," so as to induce people to think that his letter- opening and slander- uttering tendencies are in any degree compensated by the advantages of high capacity for Government. The utmost extent of merit claimed for him is that he can do the administrative work of an office well; but, supposing the claim to be well founded, the country wants something more in its candidates for place than the very general qualification of administrative capacity, and electors will do well to recollect the fact. Surely Carlisle can find a good colleague for Mr Ferguson. Most favourably contrasted with Sir J. Graham is Colonel Thompson, now a candidate for Bradford. His replies to the electors are so frank and straightforward as entirely to win our confidence. He will not pledge himself to either one of the two parties who have so long, by their mutual foolish misunderstandings, prevented the adoption of a general scheme of public education, but he quietly rebukes the folly of both by saying, that in whatever form it may be presented, public education is and must be beneficial. On being asked whether he will introduce the Maine Liquor Law, he distinctly answers " No." He declares himself a teetotaller and a vegetarian, but says frankly that no man has a right to say to another this shalt thou eat and this shalt thou drink. " If a man got drunk in the streets put him in the stocks; if a man got drunk in private, avoid his company." As to the general policy of Lord Palmerston he will not pledge himself to it; he will avoid all wars except where they are necessary, and then he would sustain them vigorously. This is the only true pledge a sensible man can give, but, to make it satisfactory, the man who gives it should be a sincere man. We believe that Colonel Perro- net Thompson is a sincere man, and we therefore wish him success. The country i9 in want of sincere men. FOREIGN INTELLIGENCE. the cession of the town and district of Makow, an enclave of the Adzerbidgen to the east of Turkish Armenia and to the south of Mount Ararat. By means of this concession Russia would be FRANCE. enabled to exclude the trade of Trebizonde from Persia. She There was a report that the Neufchatel Conference had held ' W01ld j1?} 11 the key ® Gf Bayazid and command the strategic a Sunday meeting, but nothing of the kind took place. M de 1 X?. of Erzereum. The mixed corruption and stupidity of the Hatzfeldt did, indeed, receive on Saturdav night fresh iustruc- i r0rsian'Government which would quarrel with England, that tions from his government, which were brought by M de Rosen- ! Jas- 110 desurn t0 injure it, but will ally itself with Russia which berg, Councillor of the Prussian Legation, and it was verv gene- i d ® siglis nothing but its annihilation, will promote the completion J " • • — of these Russian purposes. rally supposed that the Conference would be at once resumed, but the opinion now is, that these instructions are rather of a nature to delay than to hasten a solution of the question. The uniform tenor of the news from Berlin tends to show that the King of Prussia will not readily fall in with the plan for the set- tlement of the difficulty invented at the Tuileries. The scheme was simply this. The Emperor Napoleon said to the Swiss Plenipotentiaries :—" I know that the King of Prussia is ready and desirous to renounce his rights in the Principality of Neuf- chatel, but his honour as an independent sovereign will not permit him to barter those rights against the release of the royalist rebels whom you hold in custody. If, however, you will set your prisoners at liberty unconditionally, and trust to me, I can promise you privately, though not officially, because I have no official warrant to make the promise, that the King of Prussia will, while appearijp to act of his own mere motion, do all you want." The SwissGovernment, contrary to the warm protest of M James Fazy, and some few other liberals, accepted this promise, and the simple state of the case is that, according to all present appearances, it is likely to be jockeyed. However, the papers here continue to profess confident hopes that all will ultimately come right, and abound in soft sawder with regard to the King of Prussia. The Emperor wishing to follow up by example the precepts contained in his last speech, with regard to the cultivation of waste lands, has given orders to the Prefect of the Hautes Pyre- nees to purchase for his account a large quantity of virgin soil in the Landes with theviewof clearingit and making a model farm. Many women belonging to the department of the Gironde have arrived at Bayonne to be employed in bringing into cultivation the Dunes of d'Anglet. All the regiments of the Imperial Guard have had banquets in honour of the first anniversary of the birth of the Imperial Prince, who, it may be remembered, is inscribed as a trooper on the muster- roll of the 1st Regiment of Grenadier Guards. Count Walewski had a conference with M de Hatzfeldt, the Prussian Minister, to whom he communicated verbally a note in very firm language, which M de Hatzfeldt transmitted by tele- graph to his court. The same day a French courier was sent to Berlin with despatches for the Marquis de Moustier, the Preach Minister. M de Bourboulon, French Charg6 d'Affaires to the Court of China, left by the last Indian mail, which sailed from Marseilles on the 12th inst. He carries with him instructions to Admirals Gu6rin aud Rigault de Genouilly, who command the French fleets in the Chinese seas, to combine in future their operations with those of the British forces, conformable to the arrangement concluded in Paris between Lord Cowley and the French Government. '* PIEDMONT. The editor of the Movimento, a Genoa journal, has just been condemned to a fortnight's imprisonment and 500f fine, for an article insulting the Emperor of the French, a practical proof of the truth of what Cavour stated to Count Buol. A discussion took place about the Sardinian colours in merchant ships. Com- plaint was made that to the Italian tricolour, a badge peculiar to Piedmont was added. Count de Cavour deprecated any dis- cussion on the national colours as highly inopportune at the present moment; the question had been settled by the decree of Charles Albert, and the intention of that monarch had clearly been to give thatnation one single flag and not two. The blue was a colour to which many Piedmontese were sincerely at- tached. " Say all!" here exclaimed M Yalerio, a member of the Left. " The great hopes awakened by the tricolour must be asso- ciated with the glorious and ancient traditions of the monarchy of Savoy!" These words were received with loud cheers, and after some further observations the chamber voted the order of the day. Count Paar has received orders to quit his post if he cannot- obtain from the Turin Cabinet the satisfaction demanded. ROM£ The Daily News correspondent gives the following curious but perfectly true account of how they manage matters at Rome. The character of Roman occupations and amusements has en- tirely chauged since the carnival. The " fat and greasy citi- zens," instead of screaming, pelting, and masquerading in the Corso, are now frequenting their respective churches with laud- able regularity, comparing notes occasionally as to the pulpit superiority of the Jesuit orator at the Gesu, or the Capuchin at San Lorenzo e Damaso, the two favourites amongst the quare- simal declamators of the present season. Balls and masque- rades amongst the foreign circles have given place to picnics and musical parties. One or two of the latter meetings have proved prejudicial to the ecclesiastical reputation of the re- nowned soprano Mustafa, one of the singers in the Papal chapel, who has been severely reprimanded by his superiors for in- dulging English audiences with impassioned airs from modern operas, instead of limiting his dulcet tones to the severer com positions of Allegri and Palestrina, as would have been more striotly in accordance with the character of so distinguished a member of the pontificial choir. The too yielding Mustafa has been threatened with suspension from office and imprison- ment if he again transgresses the conventional gravities of Lent by warbling profane operatic music. NAPLES. Th6 Times correspondent says 5 " It is a pleasing commentary on the amnesty lately granted, and which is commonly called the ' TMleves' Amnesty,' that a few days since the Cardinal gave the police authorities a list of 80 priests who were to be expelled from the city. The police, acting in the same spirit, made up their list and submitted it to the Cardinal, as I am informed; but, sot approving, probably, this interference of the laity in things divine, his Eminence immediately suspended all their orders." The Giornale has the following decree:—" The moral and reli- gious care of the penal bagni for high and ordinary punishments on this side the Pharo is intrusted to the Company of Jesus. Workrooms are to be established in the bagni of high punish- ment, similar to those which exist in other prisons. " Such arts will be introduced as correspond best with the condition and intelligence of the condemned. A remuneration for work will be given proportioned to the labour and good conduct of the prisoners. There will be established a savings bank in each prison." It is not an insignificant sign of the times that the Jesuits are again creeping into power and favour. Padre Cenci it wa-; who said, " When the Neapolitan Government feels itself strong it drives us away— in its necessity it recalls us." How- ever that may be, the Jesuits are now again installed in favour, and their influence is daily becoming more widely extended. The Minister of Grace and Justice has lately intimated to the Procurators- General of the various courts in Naples that, having been informed by the agents of the police that the advocates, notaries, and other frequenters of the courts talk, and conspire ( one and the same thing in Naples), he is desirous that the dis- cussions should not be protracted more than necessary; that de- cisions should be arrived at as soon as possible, and that on this being done the courts should be immediately closed. To cap this order to the Procurators- General may be mentioned an order of the day to the army, forbidding or checking all intercourse with paesani or civilians. Society is, therefore, in a highly approved state of demoralization, and checks, prohibitions, commissions of surveillance, and all the other measures of an imbecile des- potism are daily and hourly tending to the same end. Many raw Swiss recruits arrived last week, and increased efforts are made to render the Government independent of native troops. IONIAN ISLES. The Official Ionian Gazette announces that an unconditional pardon has been granted to Dr Elias Zervo and Dr G. Mou- ferrato, two Cephalenes, who were exiled some years ago in con- sequence of the disturbed state of the country. GREECE. From Athens, under date of the 7th, we learn that Mr Wyse has been named president, and M Grelin, attach^ of the French embassy, secretary of the commission relative to the finances of Greece. AUSTRIA. The citizens of Vienna were recently in a very ill- humour, and the reason why they were so is this:— The Municipal Coun- cil ana magistracy of the city, with the burgomaster at their head, stationed themselves at the so- called outer " Burg- Thor," with the intention of welcoming their Majesties on their arrival in the capital. Although a piercing north- east wind was blow- ing, the " fathers of the city" had donned dress- coats, it being contrary to Austrian etiquette to appear before royalty in pale- tots, and such- like ignoble garments. The burgomaster had prepared a speech for the festive occasion, but no opportunity of delivering it was afforded him, for the horses which drew the close carriage in which their Majesties sat passed through the outer palace- gate at full speed. The members of the deputation state that as the Imperial vehicle drove past them 110 sign what- ever of recognition was given by the Emperor. The Oesterrei- chische Corresvondenz speaks of the " enthusiasm" displayed by the " great crowd" which had assembled to see their Majes- ties as they drove into the city from the railroad terminus, but there was neither the one nor the other. The weather was so very unfavourable that very few persons were collected either at the outer " Burg- Thor" or at the " Bellevue," and there was little or no acclamation. RUSSIA. A letter from the Crimea states that measures have been taken for repairing in the spring the towns which suffered from the late war, and especially Kertch, Eupatoria, and Sebastopol. The materials for the repairs are to be obtained from Odessa and Nicolaieff. The latter town is now the centre of the different branches of the administration of Southern Russia. The following is a summary of the contents of letters from St Petersburg, as to the designs of Russia upon Asia:—" These letters concur in stating that the Government of St Petersburg is at this moment taking measures for a decisive campaign against the mountain population of the Caucasus, in the hope of finishing, once for all, with the independent tribes which have kept her power in check aud arrested the accomplishment of her designs in Asia. With that object great preparations are on foot, and orders have been sent to the troops who were echeloned on the shores of the Caspian and the banks of the Araxes, to act in case intervention should be required in Persia, They are esti- mated at not less than 100,000 men. But, independently of that force, Russia is said to have secured the active co- operation of several of the chiefs of tribes who recognise her authority. In Russian Daghestan, to the north and south, the Khans of Der- bend, Tarkon, Kuba, Chirvan, Karabagh, aud others lessknown, are expected to furnish two bodies of horse and one of infantry. The chiefs have already received Russian decorations and high rank in the Russian army. They have, moreover, been promised a large recompense for faithful service, indemnities in land or money, and the succession to their governments in favour of their sons (?). By these means it is hoped that a generalrising of the tribes that yield obedience to Schamyl will be prevented or paralysed. Similar means of seduction have been employed throughout the Caucasus, to secure the co- operation of some and the neutrality of others, and to sow dissension among those who are the avowed enemies of Russia, for to this great object the views of Russia have been directed for months past. The force which is thus about to take the field is divided into five corps, which are to operate simultaneously 011 the north line, on that of the Black Sea, on the centre, on the line of the Caspian, and on the south." The savage and exterminating system of war pursued by Russia is thus described :—" The systera of warfare practised by Russia consisted, as is well known, in hemming in the mountaineers with forts and armed lines, and shutting them up among their snowy peaks and narrow gorges. This plan has become, however, ruinously expensive, and these forts, ne- cessarily detached, are sometimes distant from each other, leaving many passages open, particularly when forests inter- vene. These forests were found to be an almost insurmountable obstacle. The Russians several ti*> es tried to bum them, using tar and other inflammable materials, but the fire went out of itself. Divisions of infantry were next armed with axes to cut down the massive trees, but this did not avail." Tiflis, occupying as it does a central position nearly 100 leagues from the Black Sea and the Caspian, on the banks of the Kour, may aspire to become the important thoroughfare for the over- land trade between Asia and Europe, as in the time of Justinian. The first condition is full and entire security, and that condition is impossible until the complete subjugation of the Caucasus. The question of rapid communication is said to be of more easy attainment. The opening of new routes also occupies th « Russian authorities. The first project is the construction of a railroad from Tiflis to Saliain on the Caspian, at the mouth of the Kour, to be connected by means of steam navigation with Mech6h6- disser, or Mokakalah, another port 011 the Caspian belonging to Persia, in the province of Mazanderau; and Persia, on its side, is to open a line from that port to Teheran, only thirty- two leagues to the south. If these designs be executed, and with the line from Moscow to Theodosia terminated, St Petersburg and the Baltic will then be in direct communication with Persia.. In the meantime the Russian Government are doing their utmost to turn to the Tifiis route the commerce of the Black Sea which passed by Trebizonde, Erzeroum, and Bayazid to Tauris. In order to fix it permanently in the capital of CIRCASSIA. We stated, a week ago, the norsination of a Hungarian General to the chief command of the Circassian troops. In his twofold character of prophet and the most ancient of the Caucasian chiefs, Schamyl has seen with displeasure the selection of a stranger for the chief command. On the other hand, negotia- tions have been again opened with him by the Russian Govern- ment, which has offered a magnificent principality with the reversion to his sons and their descendants, on condition of his recognising the suzerainty of the Czar, and engaging in his own name, and in that of his successors, to keep the' mountain tribes in strict obedience to Russia. CHINA. MILITARY AND NAVAL OPERATIONS AT CANTON. The China Mail of Jan 22, gives the following :—" We have 110 news whatever from Canton, beyond rumours brought by Chinese, who report the city as still in flames, and that over 7,000 houses have been destroyed. The Sir Charles Forbes having been chartered and fitted out as a gun- boat, has gone up the river, and we suppose the Hong Kong will also be taken up by the admiral for the purpose of pursuing the mandarin fleets of war-] unks up the creeks and into shallow waters, where the large steamers dare not venture. This chartering of river steamers would be a needless expense were the proper gun- boa « s here; but we cannot expect the arrival of any of them for at least a month to come, and in the meantime there is no saying what mischief the junkmen may be hatching. Mr Caldwell, it appears, has got information of a projected attack on the colony bya largefleet, in conjunction; with Imperialist emissaries already here, who are to fire the town in various places ; and, as the in- formation is stated to be much more definite than usual, we cannot understand the apathetic indifference on the subject displayed by the Governor. It would be an easy matter to charter and send off one of the small steamers to seek for in- formation, and leara whether such a fleet really exists in the locality specified— somewhere near the Bogue; and a fearful responsibility rests upon his excellency should the warning prove true, yet remain unheeded. We trust, therefore, that another twenty- four, hours will not be allowed to pass with- out some effort being made to ascertain the truth of the report." . ihe same paper of January 29, says:—" The Samson, which ar- rived from Canton on Friday, confirmed the news of the con- tinued conflagration of the city, a great portion of which has been destroyed, both within and without the walls. We also then learnt that Admiral Seymour had fulfilled his intention of withdrawing his men from Dutch Folly, the Factory Gardens, aud Bird's Nest Fort, and had retired to the Macao Passage, retaining possession alone of Teatotum Fort, and anchoring his ships in various parts of the river, so as to keep open the com- munication, and prevent the Chinese from blocking up the pas- sages, which they had displayed an intention of doing. The walls of Dutch Folly had been so shaken that the place was qiute untenable, without heavy repairs. The furniture of the church was destroyed by the admiral's orders, and the clock, organ, and communion- table had been removed on board ship, so that the bare walk wore alone left, and by last accounts were still standing, though the boat- house was set 011 fire by the Chi- nese as soon as evacuated by the marines. Previous to our men retiring, an attack had been made upon them by a large body of Chinese, who were, however, easily repulsed; and, in return, a heavy fire was opened upon the city from Dutch Folly and Her Majesty's steamer Niger. From Whampoa our information has been received entirely through Chinese. It is to the effect that the whole of New Town bad been burnt down by the Man- darin soldiers; that Mr Cowper's house was gutted, aud all tue timber, spars, and other valuable property, including a new vessel of 400 tons 011 the stocks, had been removed, all the docks destroyed, and the workshops, engine- house, & c, set 011 fire ; so that the loss to Mr Cowper alone cannot be estimated at less than from 170,006 to 200,000 dollars— in comparison with which the losses of Americans, about which so much has been said and written, though considerable, are comparatively small. Six empty chops ( the Bethel, Thomas Hunt and Co's, Dr Brice's, Mr Ryder's, and two of Mr Cowper's) were taken to Canton and there burnt. The Samson, it appears, had a brush with a Man- aann fleet of 53 vessels 011 her passage up the river the previous Saturday, and by nil accounts got as good as she gave— one junk only being supposed to have been sunk. Her pilot, a well- known and trustworthy Chinese named Ashin, having gone down off the bridge for safety, was struck by a round shot that entered by an open port, and so shattered his leg that amputation was deemed necessary, aud the man died shortly after the operation had been performed. The Barracouta is also reported to have seen the war- junks, but from her they sought refuge in the creeks, which, it is to be hoped, will not now long afford them security, seeing that the steamers Sir Charles Forbes and Hong Kong have at length been chartered by the admiral and fitted out as gun- boacs, the latter being armed with one 32 and three 18- pounders, and placed under the command of Lieut Dent, of the Sybille, an officer pretty certain to give a good account of the junks if despatched against them." The arrest of the Chinese poisoner, Allum, is thus described m Trie Times correspondence :—" The persons taken into cus- tody amount to 49, but Allum, the principal partner, anu' his feiMJy, consisting of himself, his father, son, two women aud children, were found to be missing, and on inquiry it was found that the whole family had started for Macao in the Shamrock at eight a. m. From various sources we learned that Allum had been busily engaged the previous day in settling up long out- standing accounts which parties had dunned him to settle up for months before. One of these parties was one of the owners of the steamer Shamrock, and during the arrangement of ac- counts Allum was particularly anxious to be assured ot a passage for his family to Macao the next morning. Suspicion imme- diately alighted more particularly on him. The steamer Sham- rock had been supplied with the bread from the Esing shop, and ad who partook of it experenced the same effects as the parties on shore. This aroused the suspicions of the captain of the steamer, Mr Antonio ( formerly of the Endeavour, lorcha), and he, knowing that he had the baker on board, retained him and his family, believing that the bread delivered in Hong Kong would be of the same kind, and that all supplied with it would have bei 11 poisoned. A very active private citizen, Mr W. M, Robinet, did what the Government should have done, and chartered a private steamer, the Spark, which got under weigh at eleven o'clock, and reached Macao from two to three hours after the Shamrock. Mr Robinet, fiiidiug Allum detained on board that vessel, had him arrested, and he was delivered over by the Macao authorities to the police officers sent after himi n the Queen, and he was brought back next day in the Shamrock. There was naturally a great excitement, but Lynch law is out of the question, for many reasons, in this colony ; and so the prisoner is undergoing the usual examination before the magistrate. The atrocious attempt has, we are thankful to say, failed in every case, aad, although two or three hundred people must have partaken of the poisoned food, no lives have been lost. Many suffered very severely, none more so than the family of feir John Bowring— Lady Bowriug more particularly, Two children who were incautiously allowed to eat some of the bread a second time were at one time in considerable danger. A careful analysis by the other medical men of the colony has shown that the poison was arsenic," A later despatch from Paris says: " Private letters from the Chinese seas state that the baker at Hong Kong who had taken the lead in a conspiracy to poison the Europeans had been ar- rest ed, tried before a Couucil of War legally constituted, aud convicted of an attempt to poison the English Charge d'Affaires and his family. The man was condemned to death and shot, together with three of his accomplices. This example had pro- duced a deep impression 011 the lower classes in Hong Kona-." Letters from the French squadron in the China waters, re- ceived in Paris, contain particulars of the defensive measures adopted by the civil and naval authorities of England aud France. Hong Kong has been surrounded by earthworks, mounted with guns, and commanded by a fort in the immediate vicinity of Victoria, which also commands the Chinese town. The Lemma canal has been cut, and the communications by water are thus secured. At the poiut where the canal has been cut strong redoubts have been erected. These works are defended by a detachment of sailors froai the French vessel Virginia. At Shanghai similar precautions have been adopted, and numerous earthworks have placed the factories beyond all danger of an attack from the Chinese. These letters all express a desire for the speedy arrival at Canton of the gun- boats and smaller steamers, as the attitude of the Chinese is such that a terrible blow can alone call them to their senses. THE DRAMA. HAYMARKET THEATEB.— On Thursday, a drama, in four acts, called " Life's Trials," from the pen of Mr B. Bernard, was produced at this house with a very fair chance of success. The villain of the piece, Mr Hawksworth, conceives a passion for Miss Rochdale, the daughter of a banker at Carmarthen, the lady being the affianced bride of a Mr Wyndham. To compass the possession of Miss Rochdale, Hawksworth manages to inter- cept a letter containing a large sum of money, which compels Wyndham to proceed at once to the West Indies to retrieve his damaged fortune, during which time, the banker failing, his daughter, in compensation for certain assistance rendered him by fiawkswerth, consents to become the wife of the latter. In the second act the fact transpires that Hawksworth is a gambler, and that his criminalities have brought him within the grasp of the law; further, that Wyndham has returned a rich man from the West Indies, but deeply chagrined and wounded at the mar- riage of Miss Rochdale with the treacherous Hawksworth. Hear- ing, however, of her pecuniary distress, and also of the alleged desertion of her husband, he seeks her at her lodgings, where he is unexpectedly confronted by Hawksworth, who would tempt him into a duel, but from which he recoils in a spirit of chivalric sympathy for a hunted and desperate man. At the commencement of the third act Mrs Hawksworth is found to be in highly affluent circumstances, certain lead mines in which her father was concerned having become prosperous, and, what is better still, her husband is reported drowned in America, whither he fled after the collision with his rival. There seems now no impediment to the renewal of her intercourse with Wyndham, and pleasant moments between the lovers ensue; but they are of short duration, for Hawksworth, . tattered and famished, suddenly assails his wife in the gardens of her house at Richmond, and exacting secrecy, demands from her only money. With that he assumes the costume of a gen- tleman, in which capacity, under an assumed name, he makes acquaintance with Wyndham, entices him into a gaming- house, where, with the assistance of certain infamous confederates, he strips him of every penny he possesses, and has just time to de- clare himself and his satanic joy at the consummation of his plans, when the police arrive and put the entire establishment to flight. At this juncture the miserable Hawksworth take poison ; and the " life's trial" of his wife now at an end, she is at legal liberty to marry Wyndham. The principal comic per- sonage is Mr Montague Spicer, a degenerate tea- dealer, who leaves his industrious little wife to mind the shop while he affects the gentleman, and courts, after the fashion of Jack Brag, the society of his betters, until he beggars himself, and becomes eventually a hanger- on at an inn- yard, but even in his rags and destitution still animated by his prevailing foible. This part, which is humorously though extravagantly conceived, was amusingly personated by Buckstone, whose aspect in the seedy habiliments of the extremest adversity was daguerreo- type- like in its truth and reality. Another impostor, of the same genus, though of a more worldly variety, is Captain Tatters, who tries first the dodge of the costume of the East India Com- pany's service, from which he descends to that of your profes- sional beggar for a philanthropic object, sinking, stage by stage, still lower, until he finds himself the expositor of a travelling panorama. This part, also, was capitally filled up by Mr Comp- ton, who contributed as much as Mr Buckstone to the success of the drama. Several of the situations are eminently farcical in their tone and development— such as the perplexities which fasten on the unfortunate Montague Spicer, when his gallantries at Tenby transpire within the hearing of his wife, and he cap- sizes a dinner table in consequence. The heroine, Mrs Hawks- worth, was embodied by Miss Reynolds, with the melodramatic force and ladylike grace for which, in these sentimental parts, she is so creditably distinguished; and Mr Howe rendered the wicked Hawksworth with all the cool depravity and unyielding remorselessness contemplated by the author. Mr Rogers, as Mr Hookham, a benevolent librarian— whose chief office, by the way, is to act a kind of " chorus" for the elucidation of the plot — was, as usual, dry any fussy; and Mr W. Farren was the lover, Wyndham. The piece was announced for nightly repetition by Mr Buckstone. THE DOUBLE MTJKDEE AT WATWOETH.— On Wednesday, at Lambeth police court, Thomas Fuller Bacon and his wife Martha were again placed at the bar, in order that the depositions against them might be completed. The whole of the evidence was read over, aud signed by the witnesses, and the prisoners were then committed for trial at the Central Criminal Court. — - . _ . . , Mrs Bacon treated the matter with apparent indiffereface, while Georgia, Russia is about to place under her immediate influence i Bacon was powerfully affected. the ancient route practised by the caravans of Trebizonde. She j Loirooif GENERAL OMNIBUS COMPANY,— Traffic receipts for is said to have obtained from the Court of Teheran a promise of the week ending March U, 1857, £ 10,02519s. EOYAL BRITISH BANK. FURTHER EXAMINATION of THE CHAIRMAN— MORE DIS- CLOSURES— On Wednesday Mr Esdaile, chairman of the Royal British Bank, underwent another examination in the Court of Bankruptcy. For the whole examination, which created extra- ordinary excitement, we cannot of course find room, and must content ourselves with a few of the choicest extracts :— Mr Esdaile: My acts, as regards raising the capital of the bank, were simply in conformity with the advice of Mr Mullins, our solicitor at the time. Of the £ 1,100 drawn by the directors for their services, I find, by reference to my own private ledaer, that I received £ 80, which, I presume, would be about los" for each attendance. The money returned ( £ 616) to the Newcastle shareholders was no part of the capital certified to the Board of Trade. I am giving my belief. The increase in Cameron's ba- lance, from £ 15,000 to £ 19,090, after I became governor, was principally owing to the extent of £ 3,500 to a very informal transaction of his with the bank in its earlier period. He di- rected the then accountant to transfer £ 3,500 to the Three per Cents, which was afterwards transferred to the British Linen Company, shares of which company were placed iu Mr Craw- ford's hands as security. The £ 3,500 wasonly debited to Cameron's account a few days before he left the bank, entirely without our knowledge, It was first brought to my knowledge by Mr Crawford. 1 had no account in the green ledger— neither drawing, discount, nor cash account. I wish to take this opportunity of stating that at the closing of the bank the impression on our minds w as that wc had still the chance of redeeming the loss on the Welsh mines; for we had in our hands the report of a professional man — Mr Thos. T. Strick— showing that the property was capable of yielding £ 16,000 a year. Very shortly before we had been in treaty with parties who were ready to give such a royalty on the property as would have increased its value. Under those con- victions we did not feel justified in putting it down as a doubtful asset. On the last occasion, in referring to the causes of our failure, I did not allude to any other bank, but to the attacks that had been systematically made upon us. I did not wish to throw out any imputation on any other establishment.— By Mr Linklater: I became governor in February, 1855, aud was deputy- governor for a year before that. Mr Frederick Clarke was a director at one time— possibly from February, 1852, to May, 1853.— Did you ever hear, in the early part of 1854, that the bank had beeu insolvent from February, 1852 ? Not to my know- ledge.—( Question repeated.) Certainly not.— You never heard that? Not to the best of my knowledge.— You just now said certainly not. Then I repeat it— certainly not. Mr Clarke, on retiring from the bank, became manager of the Welsh mines. The letter produced, written by him, dated 30th May, 1854,1 may have seen before. It is addressed to Mr Paddison. This is only Mr Clarke's personal opinion. The letter was read, and contained a statement by Mr Clarke that he found the bank absolutely insolvent when he joined it, through bad management; that he had done his best to redeem it. He also complains of the monstrous ingratitude and injus- tice of the directors, after the self- sacrifices he had ruade. It is dated May 30, 1854. Mr Esdaile : I have no idea what Mr Clarke means by the ex- pression " monstrously ungrateful and unjust conduct," nor have I any recollection of being told before that time that the bank was insolvent. The letter was read at the court after it was received. Mr Clarke had brought an action against the bank for his loss on the Welsh property, and the bank brought a cross action for breach of contract. It appears, from a subse- quent minute, that the actions were compromised by the pay- ment of £ 2,000 by the bank.— Was that compromise effected by the directors because they feared the exposure of that trial ? I should say it was. 1 believe the late Attorney- General said the directors would be made to let that action be tried. I am at a loss to know why. During Mr Charles Wa'ton's illness, while he was governor, I frequently filled, the chair. In January, 1855, I became aware that a large sum appeared to h: s debit. — Did you then know it for the first time ? 1 swear that my knowledge of the state of his account was derived from the green ledger. I was in error in sSating that I did not see that book till I assumed the chair myself. Cameron was in attend- ance at the bank up to the 1st February, 1855. I might have seeu the green ledger as early as the 12th January, but did not know what accounts it contained. I don't think I knew the state of Mr Walton's account from the green book. It might have been from his discount slip- book. 1 might have known in two or three ways, I dare say I then learned that Mr Walton was indebted to the bank upwards of £ 42,000. " That led me to inquire into the securities. I believe that was before the 1st February. To the best of my belief it was that circumstance which led Mr Spens, Mr Vaillant, Mr Alderman Kennedy, and myself to resolve that Mr Walton ought no longer to fill the chair. It is very likely that I heard in January, 1855, that the bank must stop if the governor and two other persons failed, also that six others would stop from the same cause. I believe that led me to look into the accounts. —^ You told us on the last occasion that it was the account of Mr H. Brown which led you to look into the subject ? They were both mixed up together. Mr Walton had discount trans- actions with Mr H. Brown, and the security was the mere deposit of ships'papers.— Without any entry on the registry? That I believe was the irregularity. At a court of directors, in the early part of of 1S55, Mr H. Brown might have said that it behoved us to look into the 71st clause of the charter with a view to the position ol' the bank. It was not mooted as a ques- tion whether the bank should close its doors. I don't remember Mr Brown saying he was prepared to prove that the bauk had come within that clause, and that he would speak to the Attor- ney- General in the lobby of the House of Commons some fine morning on the subject. It was very unlikely he should say so. I have already admitted that the directors were anxious about their position; I do DC- t remember its being said that the Attorney- General would be an awkward customer to mention the matter to, after his being concerned in Clarke's action. I have no recollection of Mr Kennedy saying to Mr . Paddison that, if the directors continued to carry on the bank, they must do it on their own responsibility; or of Mr Paddison re- plying that they must do so if they were within the 71st clause. I have no recollection in May, 1855, of Alderman Kennedy saying- it would not do to call the shareholders together, forego' the dividend, and make up the lost capital.— Will you swear he did not? It is out of mv power to do that.— Did not you say the better course would be to get some better men on the board and issue new shares? I might have said that it would be better to get some abler men than ourselves. Mr Stapleton w&-> induced to join the direction in 1855, not by me.— The Hon Mr Stapleton ? So he was described; he was Lord Beaumont's brother. I seconded his appointment as a director, in July, 1855, iu place of Mr Spens. I bad no motive in carrying on the bank, except the good of the bank itself. I believed that, if the bank came within the 7lst clause, the personal responsibility of the directors was pledged for the losses. I was not a man or substance my- self. If my personal debts had been paid, I should have been solvent— I wiil not say those to my firm or my father. Mr Venning submitted that the 71st clause did not render the directors personally responsible. He submitted tiiat the in- quiry was irrelevant. Mr Linklater: The 71st clause throws on the directors the duty of ascertaining whether a quarter of the capital has been lost, and they are then required to call the shareholders together. Examination continued : Including the debt due to my lather, I was not solvent. Of the call made by the directors on the 17tl » September I have not paid a farthing. I have since paid my father £ 4,000 ; he held security for the amount on the business. In January, 1856, I don't think I contemplated retiring from the direction. 1 might have had a wish to do so. I think i expres- sed that wish to some of the directors in a note which I wrote. It was in consequence of one gentleman whom I suspected would not attend the general meeting in February, 1856 ( 1 don't remember who it was), that I tendered my resignation. I don't think his refusal was because he thought the bank was in a state of insolvency. I forget what was the reason assigned.— Did you tell him the best way was to present a solid front to the public, and not to dangle a rope of sand before them [ laughter]? I don't recollect using that expression.— Is not this your letter, dated from the Royal British Bank, aud addressed to Mr. Owen, the deputy governor? " My dear Sir : I address you as the deputy- governor of this corporation. Information has been conveyed to me, arid subse- quently corroborated, that it is ike intention of another of our board to quit us. In the present position of the bauk, these untimely secessions, exhibiting to the world our apprehensions, if not our dissensions, seem to me so reckless towards the institution itself, and so suicidal to our individual interests, that I have no alternative left me. I wili not be placed in a false position. If you, or the general manager, cannot satisfy me, by personal assurance from each of my co- director>, that they will support me with their presence and countenance on our forthcoming annual meeting, I shall abstain from entering the court- room again; and in that case you will, if you please, place the accompanying notice of my resignation in the hands of the general manager. Our highest policy is to present a solid front to the public ; our weakest conduct is to dangle a rope of sand before them [ laughter].— I am, dear sir,& c, EDWARD ESDAILE. " We want courage and coolness, and, with God's blessing, our difficulties will be surmounted [ great laughter]." Mr Esdaile : That is my letter, and I hope, Mr Linklater, you will never b • in circumstances to have to pen such a one.— Mr Linklater: I trust not, with all my heart, Mr Esdaile Mr Esdaile : I ought never to have been in such a position.— Mr Linklater then read the report presented at the meeting in February, 1856, announcing the issue of 3,000 new shares, and declaring a dividend of six per cent.— Was that report circulated with your sanction ? Yes.— Did you tell Mr Stapleton the position of the bank before he joined ? I cannot say I did. I was not the party introducing hiui.— You merely helped him in [ laughter]. I dare say 1 said to Mr Cameron that I thought he ought to mention to Mr Stapletou the position of the bank,— Are you sure of that ? I cannot swear to it.— Do you believe you did ? It is very probable I did. I think I may say so.— Is that your letter, addressed to Mr Cameron ? " City Saw Mills, Feb 20, 1856. " Dear Sir: There are some matters connected with the in- ternal discipline of the bank with which the directors are not satisfied, and they deem it expedient to confer with you on the subject before another gentleman altogether strange to the in- stitution joins the board. Inasmuch as Mr Stapleton has, it appears, received intimation that you are a debtor to the bank without adequate security being deposited iu our hands, it is considered only right and consistent that these matters affecting your position as the executive of the corporation, and the pe- culiar custodier of its securities, should be ( for the reason just now assigned more particularly) adjusted. A twelvemonth has elapsed since this matter was first mooted, because then first known; and I believe you will not impute any undue or indelicate pressure on this point and others to myself or col- leagues in the interim. Will you therefore oblige Mr Alderman Kennedy, Mr Stapleton, and myself, by meeting us privately and specially in the board- room on Friday morning ( i. e. to- morrow), at eleven o'clock, at which hour these members of the board will attend?" It is. That was in February, 1856. I knew of Cameron's debt of £ 14,000 in February, 1855, but I did not tell Mr Stapleton one word of it when he came into the direction in July, 1855. The last half- yearly meeting was in August. 1856. It might shortly before that have been matter of conversation as to calling the shareholders together under the 71st clause. Our general po- sition of course was. At the general meeting iu August, 1856, a report was presented, setting forth the solvency of the bank, aud declaring that especial provision had been made for bad debts.— Mr Linklater: And the shareholders were kind enough to pass a voteof confidence in the directors? MrEsdaile: A vote of confidence in their personal honour and integrity. The vote of confidence in the directors, though general in its terms, was meant as a personal matter to the directors. The report stated that the business of the Holborn branch was pro- gressing satisfactorily. So it was.— Mr Linklater : That is, deposits were coming in fast [ laughter] ? Mr Esdatle : Yes ; that is the only business of a bank.— Is it not also their duty to pay them ? Yes, All the reports prior to that of August, 1856- were signed by the general manager. This or. e is not so signed. I have no recollection of Mr Crawford and Mr Paddis » on refus- ing to sign it; but I decline to swear on the subject, from the absence of all belief. In June and July, 1856, it is improbable that I got parties to buy shares. I did not introduce a single shareholder.— Do you know this gentleman, Mr Goddard, now a bankrupt ? Yes.— Do you remember having an interview with him in July ? I believe so.— Did he tell you he had bought four shares at a discount ? I believe he did.— Did he tell you he had an offer of new shares, and express himself uneasy at the depre- ciation in the market value ? He may have done so.— Did you not tell him there was no cause for the depreciation ? Very likely.— Did you not represent the affairs of the bank in very flattering terms ? After much fencing, and the question being repeated three times, witness declined to answer one way or ano- ther.— Did you not tell Mr Goddard if he vent into the market and bought shares, the bank would lend him £ 1,006 on his ac- ceptances ? I have no recollection.— Did not Mr Goddard ask you if the worst was to befall the bank, aud it had a run upon it, if all he should lose would be what he invested ? Did you not hold up your hands aud say, " How can you conceive anything so improbable?" It is very unlike me.—( Questionrepeated.) I will not swear one way or the other what took place in private conversation.— Did you not advise him to buy shares? Yes, most likely I may have done so— Did you not tell him to buy in the dearest and not in the cheapest market; he need be under no apprehension as they would be a source of profit to hiru ? I may have said so. Up to this time the bank had not speculated in the market in its own shares.— After the conversation with Mr Goddard did you call Mr Cameron into the room ? Yes. — Did Mr Cameron lay his hand on your shoulder at that time, and say, " My dear sir, Mr Goddard is a respectable man, and he cau have £ 1,000 at any time !" Was that after you told Cameron you proposed to lend Goddard £ 1,000 ? I can't recollect.— Did Mr Crawford, who was then the accountant, come into the room and say he knew that Mr Goddard was a respectable man ? I can" recollect.— Did you also send for Mr Marcus, and ask him to go into the market and buy shares ? I believe I did. I thought Mr Goddard was the only one, but I find Mr Marcus is also one.— Are they all? I think so. I have no recollection.— Did Mr Cameron try to get in Sir James Matheson as a director besides trustees ? Yes. Did you not write to him to hunt up the game [ loud laughter] ? Mr Esdaile ( warmly) : I think you have no right to distort an expre sion contained in a confidential letter from one gentleman to another. He was on a shooting excursion.— Mr Linklater : And hunting up shareholders. You attended the general meeting of the shareholders on the20th of September, and did you not tell them that you did not know Mr Humphrey Brown was a debtor until you assumed the chair m February, 1855 ? I have no recollection.— You knew that he was a debtor before that time ? I must admit it.— Did you not intend to convey the impression? The impression I intended to convey was that I did not know advances were made on secu- rities which were unsafe. After some further pressing Mr Lsdaile said he might have conveyed an impression not justified by fact.— At that meetingdid not Mr Owen state that neither he nor you knew anythiug of the private ledgsr of Cameron or the other directors until after he left. Was not that untrue ? You mean with respect to the £ 70,000.—( Question repealed.) I can- not say so,— With regard to yourself? I knew of the book.— Did he not state you then first became aware that Humphrey Brown was indebted £ 70,000? lie may have done so— You did not contradict that? No— 1 observe in February, 1855, Mr Humphrey Brown had overdrawn £ 10,000 or £ 12,000? £ 13,000.— And, since you became governor, has it not in- creased to £ 28,000? That requires explanation. We had to release Mr Walton to obtain possession of some property and transfer his bills to Mr Humphrey Brown's account. Before Mr Walton would consent to this arrangement we had to re- lease him from several obligations jointly with Mr Brown. That accounted for the apparent increase.— Did you not know in July, 1S56, that Mr Cameron was endeavouring to get an acces- sion of shareholders ? I know he was on a visit to Lord Mao- donald, and he was going to see Sir James Matheson.— Mr Link- later proposed to read the letter, aud Mr Esdaile complained of private letters being read.— Mr Linklater: It is necessary to read anything that will throw light on a conspiracy. Mr Link- later read the letter:— ,, " London, Sept 17,1855. MY DEAR MR CAMERON : I am pleased to ste your hand- writing from Edinburgh, and the feeling of pleasure was some- what enhanced by the less doubtful prospect you hold out of Sir J. M—' s accession. I find from your letter to Mr M'Le ) d, that both your friends, and, I may add, Mr S— and Mr P—, are staying where you are bound for. This concurrence of forces is alike apropos, and in a military point of view ' formidable.' Before this concentrated attack, the Malakhoff should, 1 think, sur- render. It has occurred to me, aud this is my principal mo- tive just now in writing, as I find M— has been in hand for our service too— it has occurred to me that the progressive in- crement of your capital should be a good weapon to use with your powerful friend. " I can well imagine one of Sir J. M.' s position might hesitate, should hesitate, in connecting his name with a small capital; but that the objection should diminish nearly with the increase — £ 200,000 subscribed is one thing! £ 200,000 quite another! and the prospect eventually ( perhaps at no very distant period) of converting that figure into £ 500,000 subscribed, so essentially different, that in the latter case no capitalist need be ashamed of the alliance. But all this line of argument or observation I am sure is already present to your mind, and it strikes me as a powerful one to use. On the other hand, evory additional £ 50,000 subscribed is fortifying his position in regard to capital; and is, in fact, reducing that consideration merly to one of in put! which, I presume, is no consideration to him to whom I am referring. We have seen nothing of the alderxcan since your departure, and nothing as yet of the £ 8,000 ; but I presume his ire has not beeu implacably excited, inasmuch as your humble servant has received from his under- sheriff an invitation to dine with the sheriffs at their approaching inauguration festival, which, by the bye, should have been yours. " With regard to finance, which I hardly like to touch upon, we are not worse than on Wednesday last in the total; but I quite agree with you that a tight hand should be kept on all controllable outgoings, and you may depend upon it that shall be the case with us. We have not either seen H. B.' s remittance from Liverpool. Money with our establishment seems, as a rule, to be rather centrifugal than centripetal. How is it with the Scotch whom you have been conversing with ? Take care of your new gun. I don't like new- fangled fire- arms. A bad fitting in any part of the piece, and you need not go as far as Sebasto- pol for a result. Wishing you high health and success in your sport be the game what it may, I remain, & c, " E. ESDAILE." The reading of this letter caused loud laughter. Mr Linklater: That letter was to Cameron, who was indebted to the bank in this large amount ?— Mr Esdaile: Yes.— Did not the bank pay to enable Cameron to take up his freedom, with a view to civic honours ? I believe so.— It appears oil the minutes doesit not? Yes.— As Humphrey Brown's debtincreased what se- curity did you take? Ships.— Second mortgages ? Yes.— Ex- amination continued : Mr Walton, the deceased governor, was a shipbroker. One of his Qftstoaiers was Mr Humphrey Brown. Brown was a debtor to Walton, who held the first mortgages of several ships, of which the bank held the second. The bank made an arrangement for paying off Walton and getting the sur- plus security. Mr Walton was not indebted to the bank at the time of his death. He was the means of introducing Oliver to the bank, but was not liable for Oliver. Mr Humphrey Brown had sold off five ships, which were mortgaged to the bank, with- out their sanction. They had not the registers at the tim j. He only handed over to the bank the proceeds of one vessel. Mr Linklater observed that his plivsical strength was now ex- hausted, and it was impossible tor hlin to proceed further with the examination that day ; indeed, if he had taken the advice of his medical attendants, he would not have beeu there to- day. The examination was thereupon further adjourned until Wed- nesday next, at eleven o'clock. MILITARY INTELLIGENCE. THE FORCE EOR CHINA.— The United Service Gazette says: —" When the regiments arrive from England, there will be a* force of 10,000 men at Hong Kong. An adequate commissariat, under a most able deputy commissary, Mr Power ( the son of the lamented actor), is forming. An auditor of accounts, on the part of the War Department, also proceeds iu the person of Mr W. White, who filled that office lately at Kertch, with a suffi- cient staff of clerks. We are informed that there is no appre- hension of an insufficient supply of provisions for this large accumulation of months, notwithstanding the hostility of John Chinaman. We hope, however, that the bakers will be provided from England, that there maybe no chance of poisonings. Every article that cau be taken out will accompany the expt dition." Lieut- Colonel W. T. Crawford, Royal Artillery, at Woolwich, has been appointed to the chief command of the companies under orders for China,— In consequence of hostilities with China, i the works in the royal carriage department of Woolwich Arsenal have considerably increased, and the men who are under notice of dismissal have been notified that they can remain until the 31st instant, such notices as they have already received being held good for that date.— The Himalaya will be at Spithead by the 25th, to embark the 82d and other troops ; the Transit will be ready on the 24th to embark the 23d Fusiliers ; and the Furious will embark the 90th Regiment. Lloyd's have been applied to by the Admiralty to provide transports for the conveyance of the other troops, camp equipage, munitions, and stores. The four companies of Royal Artillery at Woolwich, under orders for China, have been rein- forced by a transfer of the required number of men from the other battalions to fill up the vacancies. The companies are now in full strength, and the whole of the men, having gone through medical attestation and been pronounced efficient for service, are awaiting orders for embarkation. The other six companies of artillery at Woolwich, under orders for Nova Scotia, Canada, and the Mauritius, are likewise ready for departure. NAVAL INTELLIGENCE. REINFORCEMENTS TOR CHINA.— The squadron on the China station and the reinforcements will jointly muster a large and powerful armament for operation in the Chinese waters. This war, as well as that so recently terminated, shows the inutility of having ships and vessels of so deep a draught of water as to be useless for effectively coping with the agile maurauders afloat whose small junks muster iu such hords as those which attacked the sloop Hornet and attempted to retake a fort. The ships and vessels now on the station, or on their way, are the following:— SAILING- VESSELS. Calcutta, 84, flag of Sir ii. Sey- Amethyst, 26, Captain S. Grenfell. mour, K. C. / i. Comus, 14, Commander Jenkins. Raleigh, 50, Commodore the Hon Racehorse, 14, Commander Bar- H. Keppel, C. B. nard. Nankin, 50, Captain the Hon K. Camilla, 16, Commander Colville. S: ewart. Acorn, 12, Commander Hood. Sybille, 40, Captain the Hon. C. Elk, 12, Copimander Hamilton. Elliot. Minuen, depot ship. Pique, 40,' Captain Sir F. Xicolaon. Alligator, ditto. Spartan, 26, Captain Sir William Sapphire, ditto. Hoste. STEAMEBS. Tribune, 31, Captain Edgell Inflexible, 6, Commander Corbet Pearl. 20, Captain Sotheby Barracouta, 6, Comm Fortescue Esk, 20, Captain Sir R. M'Clure Bustard, 2, Lieut Collinson Highflyer, 20, Captain Shadwell Forester, 2, Lieutenant Innes Cruiser, 17, Commander Fellovves Haughty, 2, Lieutenant Hamilton Hornet, 17, Comm C. Forsyth Opossum, 2, Lieutenant Campbell Niger, 14, Capt the Hon A Cochrane Plover, 2, Lieutenant K. Stewart Encounter, 14, Capt O'Callaglian Stanch, 2, Lieutenant VVildman Sampson, 6, Captain Hand Starling, 2, Lieutenant Villiers Fury, 6, Commander Leckie The reinforcements now going out with troops, stores, and munitions of war comprise the following ships and vessels ( all steamers) :- Brunq, 2. Lieutenant Hoskins Firm, 2, Lieutenant Nicolas Banterer, 2, Lieutenant Pim Bann, 2, Lieutenant Hudson Janus, 2, Lieutenant Jones Drake, 2, Lieutenant Arthur Watchful, 2, Lieutenant Whitshed' Woodcock, 2, Lieutenant Pollard Kestrel, 2, Lieutenant. Rason Lee, 2, Lieutenant Graham Clown, 2, Lieutenant Lee Teaser, 2, Lieutenant White SansDareil, 80, Captain Key Shannon, 51, Captain Peel Retribution, 22, Captain Barker Furious, 16, Captain Osborne Transit, 6, Commander Chambers Assistance, 6 Himalaya, 6, Commandier Priest Adventure, 6 Nimrod, 6, Commander Dew Surprise, 4, Commander Cresswell Cormorant, 4, Comm Sauniarez Yiper, 4, Commander Bowden Algerine, 2, Lieutenant Forbe3 The latter are the effective squadron of gun- boats alluded to by Lord Panmure in the House oi' Lords on Thursday night in the remark that, in addition to the large men- of- war and troopships, " 16 vessels, having only a small draught of water, would be em- ployed, and small steamers would be drawn from the Pacific and used with them." The only ships and vessels employed on that station are the Monarch, 84; Tribune, 31; Satellite, 21; Pearl, 20; Esk, 20; Magicienne, 16 ; Alarm, 26; Havannah, 19; Cocka- trice, 4; Nereus, 6; and Naid, 6. Of these the only steamers are the Tribune, Pearl, and Esk, of the tonnage of about 2,000, 1,400, and 1,200 respectively. The Tribune, Pearl, and Esk have been ordered to join the China squadron; therefore we have accounted for them therein, although they cannot have reached yet, and the Magicienne has not long been ordered to the Pacific from the Mediterranean; she is upwards of 1,200 tons. The Shannon, 51, screw, Capt Peel, C. B, sailed on Tuesday from Portsmouth, as did the Sanspareil, 71, from Plymouth.— Artificers are employed from five iu the morning until ten at night in Portsmouth Dockyard, to equip the gun- boat squadron for China, already enumerated, as fitting out at Portsmouth, aud also the troopships.— Orders were received at Portsmouth Dockyard, on Wednesday, for the Princess Charlotte, 104, old sailing three- decker, to be brought from the ordinary for imme- diate commission, and for service in China, it is presumed as a hospital or other depot ship. She was launched about 85 years ago, and has only been once commissioned. She bore the flag of Admiral Sir Robert Stopford at Acre. She will probably carry out troops. DEATH OR REAR- ADMIRAL WHINYATES.— This gallant officer died on the 15tli inst, at Cheltenham, in the 79th year of his age. He entered the navy in 1793, and saw much service. He was placed on the retired list in 1346. APPOINTMENTS.— Commanders: W. Bowden, to the Medusa; R. Williams, to be mail agent in Austrafla.— Lieutenants: A. R. Tinkler, to the Cambridge; Charles Parry, to the Surprise; J. W. Armstrong, to the Cormorant; A. S. Thrupp, to the Nim- rod ; R. P. Cator, to the Furious; William Spratt, to the Ajax. — Surgeons: F. A. Courlney, W. Talfer, C. Sproull, and R. Irvine, to the Calcutta; J. F. Pritchard, to the Surprise; Alex. Watson, to the Cormorant; J. M'Swiney, to the Furious.— Masters: W. Ellis ( 1842), to the Blenheim: J. M'Hockley, to the Volcano ( in command).— Mates : H. O. Gilbert, to the Surprise; F. W, In- glefield ( for disposal), to the Calcutta; G. S.. Peard, to the Cor- morant; P. J. Hankin, to the Plumper; the Hon F. W. Char- teris, to the Pembroke.— Second Masters: George Stanley, to the Porcupine; Samuel C. Wayth, to the Surprise; HarryS. Ley, to the Cormorant; Robert Gilpin, to the Clown; J. H. Blackford, to the Janus; W. L. Southey, to the Lee; John G. Morgan, to the Boxer ; Oscar Samson ( acting), to the Transit.— Assistant- Surgeons: H. G. Ruby, to the Furious; Pierce Mans- field ( acting), to the Waterloo.— Clerks : Frederick Fesenmeyer, to the Furious; Hamilton M. Cole, to the Princess Royal; A. W. Brett, to the Cambridge.— Assistant- Engineer: R. H. Pearson, from the Pembroke, to the Cornwallis, vice Matthew, who ex- changes.— Midshipmen: A. J. Erriagtou, to the Retribution; R. H. D. King, to the Surprise.— Assistant- Paymaster : H. Tas- ker, to the Edinburgh.— Assistant Clerk : W. G. P. Sayer, to the Formidable.— Naval Cadets: C. C. Gardner, to the Furious; Spencer Chapman, to the Furious. DIED.— On the 15th inst, at Hammersmith, in her 72d year, Mary, relict of the late Mr George Bird. 4. BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON, MARCH 22, 1857. SPORTING CHRONICLE. [ TOWN EDITION.] THE TURF. SETTING AT TATTERSAIL'S. MONDAY, MAKCH 16.— The Room was well attended, but business was extremely flat, though, as usual, our list of quota, tions is a somewhat lengthy one. The only horses in force. were St Giles, for all his engagements; V6dette, for the Two Thou- sand • and Blink Bonny, M. D., Lady Hawthorn, and Arsenal for the Derby, the return of the mare to her old price being the result of operations in well- informed quarters. Several lots of ten were backed against the field- one bet being for a « monkey," another for two hundred, and a couple for a cen- tury" each. The " picks" did not transpire. THURSDAY, MAECH 19.— No attendance. TWO THOUSAND GUINEAS. MONDAY. 5 to 1 ( tk) 10 to 1 ( tk) 12 to 1 ( tk) 10 to 1 ( tk) 20 to 1 ( tk) THURSDAY. Vedette G. Abdale...... liambourne E. Apathy KOPKUIS Lord of the Hills.. Fobert ^ ^ ^ ^ WOO to i' 5 "^ rtY& tetfe ™ ^ 1,000 to 15 agst Apathy winning the ^ rwo Thousand Guineas and M. D. the Derby [ tKj „, _ . 1.000 to 10 agst Bird in the Hand ^"^ eTwo Thousand Guineas METROPOLITAN STAKES. St Giles W Day 10 to 1 ( tk) .... . Logie o' Buchan .. R. I* Anson.... 12 to 1 tk .... Madame Rachel .. Y. King If to 1 tk .... Gortschakoff C. Peck 20 to 1 ( tk) .... CHESTER CUP. . Xeamington E. Parr 11 to 1 ( tk; .... St Giles W. Day If 0 to 6 — .... Yellow Jack ..... W. Goater .... 40 to 1 ( tk) .... NORTHAMPTONSHIRE STAKES. St Giles W Day ... Skirmisher G. AMale... Sir Colin .... Codring'. on.. Adamas .... Porto Rico .. Amati Blink Bonny M. D ! Loyola Sydney Kent Hopkins .... Longstaff— Eseott J. Day ..... J. Dawson .. DERBY. W. I'Anson.... 12 to to 7 to 6 to 9 to 12 to 100 to 33 to Hopkins Isaac Day .., Hayhoe W. Smith Lady Hawthorn .. M. Dawson... Bird in the Hand.. J. Scott Arsenal W. Goater ... Sprig of Shillelagh. T. Dawson ... Saunterer J. Osborne ... Athlete J. Scott Lambourne E. Parr -- -- - , , Blue Jacket Drewett .... 2000 to 30 ( tk Mr Cooper's lot.... P. Percy 4000 to 100 ( tk) OAKS. Blink Bonny W. I'Anson.... 5 to 1 ( off Lady Hawthorn . M. Dawson.... 0 to 1 ( tk) F bj'Surplice out! j Day 15 to 1 ( tk) of Clementina.. J 14 to 20 to 20 to 20 to 25 to 20 to 25 to 25 to 30 to 33 to 40 to MANCHESTER, FRIDAY EVENING. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE STAKES— Skirmisher and Adamas were in great request, and improved several points, owing to the large amounts invested upon them. St Giles was steadily sup- ported at the quotations, but there was an evident decline in Sir Colin. The investments on Codrington, Bracken, Lawn, and Silkmore, were in trifling sums only. Nothing of importance done on any other race, although an evident disposition to get © nSir Colin and St Giles for the Metropolitan. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE STAKES— 4 to 1 agst Skirmisher ( tk freely), 7 to 1 agst Adamas ( tk), 7 to 1 agst St Giles ( tk), 7 to 1 agst Sir Colin ( off), 9 to 1 agst Ebrington ( tk), 15 to 1 agst Bracken ( tk), 100 to 6 agst Lawn ( tk), 100 to 6 agst Silkmore ( tk). EARL SPENCER'S PLATE.— 7 to 2 agst Yaulter ( tk freely), 10 to 1 agst any other ( off). METROPOLITAN STAKES— 8 to 1 agst St Giles ( tk), 10 to 1 agst Sir Colin ( tk), 12 to 1 agst Madame Rachel ( tk), l2 to 1 agst Companion ( tk), 12 to 1 agst Logie o' Buchan ( tk), 300 to 15 agst Pantomime ( tk). Two THOUSAND GUINEAS STAKES.— 5 to 1 agst Vedette ( tk), 100 to 15 agst Sydney ( off), 10 to 1 agst Bird- in- hand ( tk), 100 to 9 agst Lord of the Hills ( tk), 100 to 9 agst Apathy ( tk). CHESTER CUP.— 20 to 1 asst St Giles ( tk), 20 to 1 agst Sir Colin ( tk), 20 to 1 agst Mincepie ( tk), 1,000 to 15 agst Typee ( tk), 1,00 0 to 15 agst One Act ( tk). , _ .' , THE DERBy— 500 to 35 agst M. D. ( off), 20 to 1 agst Sprig of Shillelagh ( tk), 20 to 1 agst Lady Hawthorn ( tk), 1,000 to 20 agst Sir Colin ( tk), 1,000 to 20 agst Sweet William ( tk). GEMMA DI VERGY AGAIN " AT COURT." INSOLVENT DEBTOR'S COURT- FRIDAY, MARCH 20, [ Before Mr Commissioner MURPHY.] IN EE CHARLES COGHLAN.— Mr SAEGOOD made a special application to the court in this case— which has excited so much interest in the sporting world— under the following circum- stances. A few days back Mr Nichols applied on the part of Mr George Samuel Ford for arule to issue instanter on Messrs Herries, Farquhar, and Co, the bankers, to hold and retain certain moneys in their hands; and for another rule on Joseph Dawson, the trainer, at Ilsley, to hold and retain until further notice Gemma di Vergy, which by the verdict of the jury at Oxford, on Saturday week, was decided to be the property of the insolvent. The rule had been served upon Mr Coghlan— who haa taken the benefit of the act at Doiicaster— in order to make the property available for the creditors, and had been made returnable on the 31st inst. The learned counsel now applied for the rule to be made returnable at an earlier day, as the horse was encaged to run on Wednesday and Thursday next at Northampton, and Mr Dawson refused to allow it to go pending the rule. He had an affidavit stating the above facts. . , ,, Mr Commissioner MURPHY saw no objection to the applica- tion, and expressed his willingness, if agreeable to all parties, to hear the case 011 Saturday. Mr SARSOOD said as Mr Ford was ths creditor and attorney making the application, it would be necessary to serve the rule upon him. It was most desirable that the matter should be hastened, because if left as originally ordered till the 31st, Gemma di Vergy would not be able to fulfil some of her engagements. After.' some further conversation, Mr Commissioner MURPHY said he would hear the case at the sitting of the court on Tuesday, if the learned counsel consented. That would obviate the difficulty. Mr SARGOOD acceded to the proposal, and the case was accord- ingly ordered for Tuesday morning. HORSES STRUCK OUT OF THEIR ENGAGEMENTS. On the 13th inst, at 1: 40 p. m., Bravura and Woodnymph out of the Whittlebury Stakes at Northampton. On the 16th inst, at 3: 37 p. m., Martinet and Jessie out of the Northamptonshire Handicap. On the 17th inst, at 4: 10 p. m., Gitanaoutof the Great Me- tropolitan and City and Suburban Handicaps at Epsom Spring Meeting. On the 17th inst, at 8: 50 p. m., Paula Monti out of the North- amptonshire Stakes. FOALS, & c. RAWCLIFPE STUD FARM— Medea, a colt by Cruiser; Pa- tience, by Touchstone, a colt by Barnton ; The Bee, a colt by Connaugbt Ranger; Galaxy, a filly by Slane; Mulligrubs, a colt by Kingston; Canezou, a colt by The Flying Dutchman ; Pa- tience, by Lanercost, a filly by The Flying Dutchman; Sudbury, a colt by Cruiser; Maid of Nappa, a colt by Barnton; Rosaura, by Don John, a filly by Barnton ; and Miss Nancy, a filly by The Flying Dutchman, to whom the followiug i3iares" have arrived :— Sister to Lambton, Harriet, and Ellen Home. To Newminster: Mare by Hetman Platoffand Maid of Nappa. The following mares are at Osbornc- lane Stud Farm, to be put to Storm:— Seal, by Slane ( in foal to Flatcatcher); Switch ( with a filly by Storm), Gondoline. Starling ( with a colt by Storm), Kitty Clover ( with a filly), Taranda, Tobolski ( with a filly), and Pride ( with a colt by Storm); Music ( in foal to Teddington), Postulant, Madame Wharton. Equivoque ( with a filly by Storm), Larnassa, Impression, Penelope ( in foal to Storm), and two others. At O svmby Paddocks, 011 the 12lh inst, Mr J. W. Day's Fanny, by Pompey, a brown colt by Fernhill; and Mr Foster's Cyrus's dam, a bay colt by Poiitifex. On thel9th inst, Capt Skipworth's Little Casino, a brown colt by Barnton. The mares will be put to The Cure, to whom the following have arrived:— Theatio ( the dam of M. D.), Circe, by Annandale, and Little Bundle, by Vol- taire ( in foal to Hobbie Noble). At Dean's Hill, near Stafford, on the 12th inst, Picnic, a bay filly by Stock well, and will be put to Teddington, to whom have also arrived— a mare by Ion out of Rhedyciua ( with a filly by Weatherbit), and Aohyranthes. At Ashton Paddocks, near Lancaster, Mr Barber's mare, by Ion out of Titiana, a chesnut filly, by Idle Boy, and will be put to him attain. On the 9th ult, at Skidhill Lodge, Keut, The Daughter of Toscar ( dam of Snowdon Dunbill and Jack Sheppard), a colt by Kingston, and will be put to him again. At Poughly, on the 18th, Mr VV. Alexander's Blemish, by Emilius, a colt by Wi! d Dayrell, and will be put to him again. At Oswaldkirk, Castellan, a colt by Hermit, and will be put to him again. At Hambleton, Banana, a filly by Hermit, and will be put to him again. On the 17th inst, at Harwood Lee, Mr T. W. Redhead's De- laine, a brown colt by Black Doctor or Idle Boy. On the 17th, Candlewick, a bay filly by The Prime Minister, and will be put to him again. On the 17th inst, at Yardley, near Birmingham, Stork's dam, a colt by Sir Isaac. A few days since, Antelope, a filly by The Libel. IRISH.— On the 13th inst, at the Cottage Stables, Hills- borough, Lord Lurgau's Fugitive, a colt by Bolinbroke, and will be put to him again. The following mares have been put to this horseBarbarian's dam, Virgin, Cloud, Miss Lawson, Henriana, and Rattleeap. The annual sale of Lord Spencer's yearlings ( 12 lots) will take place on the course at Northampton one hour before the races on the second day. Mr Carey has sold his bay yearling filly, by Wast Australian out of Prince of Orange's dam, to Mr H. Rich, for, it is said, 200 guineas. Sister to Fashion, Garnet, and Castaway were purchased at Warwick by Mr Barber, to go to India. John Pee! has changed hands, and gone into T. Brown's stable at Lewes. The price is said to be £ 500. Mr Campbell, of J^ nzie, has purchased Bourton for £ 80. Mr M. Walker has sold Ptolemy to go abroad. Mr Bsrne's Dewdrop is dead, Mr John Scott's filly foal, by West Australian out of Song- stress, has been named Nightingale. Married, 011 Wednesday last, at Repton, Warwickshire, Mr John Wells, the well- known jockey, to" Mary Anne, daughter of Mr T. Taylor, private trainer to the Earl of Chesterfield. By pursuing a strictly honourable career, Wells, besides earning for himself great popularity, has risen to a distinguished position in his profession; and he has our best wishes for his future wel- fare in the " happy state" upon which he has just entered. EXTRAORDINARY ACTION.— BOYNTON V ROBINSON.— This case, to which we made allusion a fortnight back, has, we un- derstand, been compromised, the plaintiff, Lady Boynton, having withdrawn the record, and paid her own costs. An attemot has been made to question the authenticity of our notice of the matter, but the real facts were as we placed them before our readers, without a word of comment. Nothing preju- dicial to Mr Robinson was intended. THE WARWICK AND N0BTK- AMPT0N MEETINGS. TO THE EDITOR OF BELL'S LIEE IN LONDON. SIR : It would be hard to judge the late Warwick Meeting by others which are fresh in our recollection, as the political crisis which has just arisen would be fatal to almost any meeting: more especially one like Warwick, which has ever relied upon the " Upper Ten Thousand" for the eclat of its proceedings, much question if we shall discover any improvement either in the market or ou the race course until the backers of horses shall have had time to turn their attention from the " registra- tion returns" to " return lists," and be disposed to take more interest in the fiat of the racing judge than of the sheriff. Under these circumstances, and with such a programme before me as that of Northampton, I do not conceive it will be neces- sary to detain your readers with any observations upon the " doings" at Warwick, as with the exception of the Trial Stakes, which proved Fisherman to be what ho was last season— the best horse of his year— there was not an item in the list which, to use the language of the bench, " demands any special observations 5" the events being devoid of any public interest, and contended for by ani- mals to whom only " a third class certificate" could be awarded. We, therefore, take leave of Warwick until Sep. tember, when the " autumn fruits," it is to be hoped, will be more worth gathering than the " spring plants." The anxiously- expected Northampton meeting, which is the first the great stables really care to " prepare for" takes place on Wednesday and Thursday next, and, as usual, under the most aristocratic stewardship. Hitherto the great drawback upon the sport at Northampton has been the casual- ties which have occurred there, for scarcely has a year passed without some promising jockey or animal being placed hors de combat, from the awkwardness of the lower turn. It was not to be supposed that the inhabitants of so sporting a town would permit such an objectionable state of things to exist longer than was possible, and, therefore, I am not in the least surprised to learn that the Grand Stand pro- prietors have purchased at a large outlay a paddock of five acres to form a new Spencer Plate course, which is now per- fectly straight. This improvement, which, it is to be hoped, will soon repay its projectors, was alone needed to render the North- ampton Meeting second to none in the Midland district; and although it does not make the pretensions to be considered in the same class as Epsom, Ascot, Goodwood, Chester, and York, yet it has never been found wanting in good sport, and has been the scene of the debut of some of our choicest two year olds. The programme for the forthcoming anniversary contains seven races for Wednesday and a similar number for Thursday, the largest allotment of legitimate sport provided this season; and it is to be regretted that so recherche a banquet will not be served up before the usual distinguished company who are wont to assist at it. ,, . The Trial Stakes is the " first course," with eight entries, of which we shall see stripped Odd Trick, The Vicar, Wentworth, Flacrow, Huntington, and Lord Nelson. In the early part of the week it was rumoured that Mr Parr had resolved to pull out M. D. for this event, but the state of the Derby market infers now there is little probability of such a treat being afforded us ; therefore I am inclined to trust to Lord Nelson. The Stand Plate has had twenty- three animals handicapped for it, the most formidable, according to my construction, being Octavia and Huntington. The Great Northamptonshire Stakes, the first 0? what are dis- tinctly termed the " Sprine Handicaps," closed with ninety- nine subscribers, sixty of whom have consented to pay the " fiver" rather than take their ehance ; aud with the thirty- nine " left in" I have now to deal. As a betting race, " the North- ampton" has attracted more attention than any of the set, although at the onset Skirmisher alone came before WARWICK SPRING MEETING. Stewards: Marouis of Anglesey, Lord Guernsey, and H. S. Lucv, Esq. Cierk of the Course : Mr S. Merry. Judge: Mr Clark; Starter, Mr Hibburd. Clerk of the Scales, Mr J. Dunn. The " broad sheet" issued by Mr Merry may be considered a rather attractive programme for the three days over which the annual Spring Warwickshire " carnival" extended ; though, at the same time, presenting shortcomings which it behoves the authorities at once to remove. We refer chiefly to the miserable additions in the shape of public subscriptions, amounting, in reality ( after deducting the sums charged for " expenses," the two sovereign entrances to the plates, & c) to £ 20910s for the two days, to which the legitimate Spring Meeting is confined. The third day is what is termed " Mr Merry's benefit," aud, strange as it may appear, though the " bonuses" partake of the same character, the entries exhibited a considerable increase over those of the regular meeting, whereat, likewise, besides being considerably below the average in point of numbers, the character of the horses engaged— except the " cracks" in the Trial— was far below mediocrity. It behoves the Committee, therefore, to " look to their laurels," or the meeting, which our correspondent " Observer" last week truthfully remarked, " has been slightly on the wane," may receive a blow from which it will not speedily recover. The popularity of the Warwickshire reunions has long been proverbial, but when we notice nearly £ 600 given away at a comparatively unknown meeting like Abergavenny— the programme of which, by the bye, is of the most straightforward and varied character— the " miserable pittance" doled out by the Warwick directorate appears the more contemptible. If this lukewarmness is attributable to any want of cordiality or confidence between the officials, the sooner it is removed the better; and, without attempting to divine the cause, we would earnestly recommend unanimity and cordiality for the future. That Mr Merry has worked up these meetings to a high state of popularity it would be unjust to deny, and he is entitled to the support and thanks of every true lover of the " noble pastime " for throwing overboard the petty jealousies that exist elsewhere, and adopting a high and sensible scale of weights in all his handicaps. The meeting commenced under the very favourable auspices of fine weather, and, thanks to the interest created by the unexpected meeting of so many " cracks" for the Trial Stakes, a good show of company, considering the otherwise uninteresting character of the first day's card. In the Ring there was likewise a fair muster— in fact, the layers greatly preponderated over the backers, which will account for the complaints amongst the bookmakers of the continued ilatness of speculation— the betting 011 the Trial, it may be remarked, alone exhibiting briskness to- day. Owing to the peculiar nature of the soil, the course, notwithstanding the recent fiue weather, was rather sticky in the meadows, certain portions of which having been recently drained made it really dangerous to gallop over, and called forth strong oomplaiuts from the jockeys. The new drain- age is likely to prove most beneficial to the course hereafter, but it is ainiracle no serious accident occurred 011 the present occasion. The first day's sport was scarcely up to the average, the only item of any importance, as already remarked, being the Trial Stakes, which stood second on the card, the opening event being a small Handicap, wherein Lord Nelson recompensed his stable for their Doncaster disaopointment by beating Malacca, the winner of the Cambridgeshire, who was the favourite, and five others, without the semblance of a straggle. Such an entry of first- class horses as Mr Merry obtained for the Trial Stakes has not been seen for so insignificant a stake for years, and, contrary to expectation, all the " greatguns" put in appearar. ee. The meeting of Melissa, Fisherman, Gemma di Vergy, Wentworth, and Stork, which was little to be expseted this side of Ascot, naturally created a vast deal of interest, aud the saddling pad- dock was crowded by the cognoscenti and others anxious to take stock of the " cracks." Gemma di Vergy has grown into an amazing fine horse, and everybody seemed to agree that such a prize was well worth going to law about. Fisherman was much lighter than at Liverpool; but Melissa, though grown in height, looked bad in her coat, and by no means so improved as we ex- pected to have seen her. The mare's temper, moreover, is said to have become as fractious as what it was when she was a two year old. Stork, who generally runs " big," had evidently been pretty industrious at home ; but Wentworth bore flattering testimony to the excellent quality of the Danebury oats. the public. Shortly afterwards he was joined by Adamas, ) The batting about Gemma ch \ ergy aud Fisherman was Sir Colin and Madame Rachel; and if to this lot very spirited, and so " fond" were " Jemmy's" supporters that ' — - • - - * T ' 1 ' " he left off almost at evens against the field. Mr Parr was no less confident, and his star being again in the ascendant, Fisherman polished off his opponents in gallant style. The favourite had TROTTING. In accordance with Mr Shawcross's challenge, of Staley Bridge, to match Mr Shepley's black horse to trot the grey horse Bed- ford, two miles, Mr John Moffit is now prepared to make the match, for £ 100 a side. The money ready at the Grapes Inn, Cattle Market, on Wednesday next. To trot in one mouth from making the match. Jos. Piatt to ride the black, and Roger Eowring the grey. I add St Giles and Codrington, I think I have enumerated all who have basked in the " sunshine of favour." Those who will pay the full stake, I fancy will be Romeo, Bracken, Lawn Adamas, Skirmisher, Commouer, Peeping Tom, St Giles, South Western, Amati, Sir Colin, Madame Rachel, Codrington, and Silkmore, which would make fourteen, six short of the field of last year. Of these Romeo, to begin with, will find better com- pany than at Shrewsbury last autumn. Bracken cannot be expected to have pace enough in his old days, when he wanted it in his young ones, and could not beat Jacqueline. Lawn, in his two year old form, would be " a food thini?," but he never ran to it last year, and I have uo reason for concluding he will do so now. Adamas. from being in a small stable, has not become the favourite he would have been in a large one, or if he had re- mained at Whitewall. Last year he beat Skirmisher at Don- caster, in a mile race, very cleverly; and at Chester Bashi Bazouk was some way behind him, therefore if Skirmisher is the " certainty" he is deemed in the north, Adamas has only to run up to his Doncaster form to beat him; and Huntington and Tame Deer would convey that no mistake could have been made about him. Skirmisher was the first backed, even before the acceptances were declared, and the hopes of his trainer are not a little strengthened by the respectable manner in which Gaudy— not backed for a shilling— who has been leading work for him, ran at Warwick. With his temper subdued, and such tackle as George Abdale has at his command to tell with, and a strong boy like Challoner to ride him, Skirmisher must be considered afdangerous competitor; and " the spots" may be " spotted" as the winner. Commoner was behind Adamas at Chester, and, although they ran at different weights, will be behind him again. Peeping Tom ran too slow in the Nursery to please me, and it is reported the stable trust entirely to their old horse. St Giles is in great demand again, but will find the course the reverse of Doncaster; aud if in the same condition as when he ran there, he can perform successfully over this course, William Day will have done more for him than even his sire did, and Woodyates will have cause to be proud of the triumph of art over nature. South Western is game, but slow; and to Amati, the same remark is applicable. Sir Colin is formidable from his own good looks, his style of galloping, and the prestige of the stable. Purchased from his former owner after his wild exhi- bition at Chester last autumn, when raw and green, Mr Parr has, it is said, converted him into a real good horse; aud as such, although I cannot conceive him good enough to win, there is every reason for believing he may run well, if the anxiety of the public does not interfere with his appearance at the post. Madame Rachel is thought highly of in the district where she is trained, but there are other races for which I fancy her more than this. Ccdrington has the ad vantage of weight over all the three year olds, and if he can do, at home what is reported of him, the leading favourites will have their work cut out to beat him. Silkmore's chance maybe estimated by the price to be had about him. With these impressions, I think ADAMAS and SKIRMISHER will be the ultimate selection of that most impor- tant personage," the man in the box," and Codrington may " save his stake." The Whittlebury has thirty subscriptions, of which no fewer than eighteen are two year olds, and as there is no rumour of the existence . ojf. iL-' flver" among them, in the absence of Gemma di Vergy, whose'ehief opponent I imagine will be Mr Commis- sioner Murphy, I must look to Centurion or the Findon stable for the winner. The N6n6 Stakes has seven acceptances, Tame Deer and Iareca being the pair most likely to reward their backers; and with the Queen's Plate yet to be entered for, this day's feast will have been got through. On Wednesday, business will be renewed with the Racing Stakes, which Gorntsa di Vergy could easily have carried off, even with liis 5lb extra ; but, as the veto has been put upon him, perhaps the Daisy will be found " in bloom." Lord Spencer's Piate has twenty- five acceptances, and as from the improvement in the course, all the difficulty in getting the field away will be removed, we ought to have " a short, sharp, and decisive " race. To my mind the lot " best in" are Vaulter, John Peel, Mabel, and Peter Fiat; and I should trust the two first- named in preference to any others. The Althorp Park Stakes has twenty- one nominations, and if a better is to be found than The Happy Land ( who has 5lb extra), the owner may consider himself a " fortunate youth." The Northamptonshire Cup Stakes has an entry of sixteen, and should Apathy be brought out he will have as little diffi- culty in winning at he had at Salisbury. But should he be re- served for the Two Thousand, then I must put my confidence in Mongrel or Amati. The St Liz Handicap will oe governed in a great measure by the running of Wednesday, but at present I am quite prepared to see Fisherman win with all the weight. The Delapre Handicap looks as if it would be carried off by Bessie or Swindler.— Yours, £ e, OBSERVER. RACING FIXTURES FOR 1857, MARCH. Northampton 25 j Ilsley APRIL. Epsom Spring 2 Newmarket Craven .13 Durham ... 13 Coventry .. 13 . SO | Croxton Park Catterick Bridge.... 15 I York Spring 21 Abergavenny 16 Malton. 23 Hoo IS NewmarketFS .... 27 MAY. Chester Spring 5 | Ludlow 14 j Harpenden ...,. 22 Shrewsbury 12 | Bath 19 I Epsom ... 26 JUNE. 3 | Hampton .......... 17 3 I Newton 17 5 j Newc& stle- on- Tyne .. 23 Bibury Club 24 Manchester .. Wye Hawick ...... Ascot 9 Beverley, Hull, & C.. 10 Worcester 2 Newmarket 7 Eipon 8 North Staffordshire. 4 .. 15| .. 21! Brighton Brighton Club.., Warwick ....... Cardiff. Lichfield Derby Northallerton ... Chester Autamn... JULY. Liverpool Nottingham.... AUGUST. Wolverhampton.... 10 Reading 12 York 19 Radollffe 24 SEPTEMBER. Thirsk 11 Doncast- er 15 Leicester 23 OCTOBER. j Wrexham Richmond Stoskbridge 25 Winchester 26 Carlisle 30 Chelmsford ........ SO 23 28 Stamford . Goodwood. Egham ... Stockton... Hereford... Manchester Autumn. 25 Monmouth.. £ 4 Newmarket P O .... 29 8 I Warwick Autumn'.. 20 8 Kelso 20 R. Caledonian Hunt 6 ] Newmarket SO 12 | Newmarket H £ 0 NOVEMBER. Worcester Autumn .. 3 ! Shrewsbury A 17 I Ludlow Autumn.... 20 Wenlock 6 I Liverpool Autumn., 10 I INDEX TO THE CLOSING OF STAKES. Chester Spring March 311 Wolverhampton March 31 IRELAND. MARCH. Curragh Camp Meeting 26 APRIL. Curragh 21 MAY. Howth and Baldoyle Summer 19 JUNE. Wicklow 1 I Monkstown( Co. Cork) 9 | Curragh ,.,.... 23 JULY. Bellewstown 8 I Dowr. R. Corporation. 211 Heath of Maryboro'. 28 AUGUST. Galway ............ 41 Killarnev 18 | Tuam not fixed Tramore 111 Ballyeigh 251 FATAL GUN ACCIDENT.— On Saturday week, about eleven o'clock forenoon, William Ferguson, spirit dealer, Garnoek Cottage, near Kilbirnie Railway Station, met with his death in a very sudden manner. He, along with others, was enjoying a day's sport in shooting rabbits, in the bank contiguous to the farm of Boag. Duncan Johnson, one of the party, had his gun on full cock, and in the act of passing through a chimp of bramble, the trigger seems to have come in contact with one of the twigs, which probably disengaged it, and caused the contents of the barrel to be discharged, part of which settled in the body of poor Ferguson, who was within a short distance in front of Johnson. The melancholy occurrence was entirely fortuitous, and the distraction of Johnson can only bo imagined when he beheld the comrade of his youth prostrated a bleeding corpse before him. Dr Walker, of Kilbirnie, was shortly in attendance, but his professional skill was of no avail. He however, ex- amined the body, and found marks of hailshot 011 the chest, arms, and face, some of which appear to have penetrated the lungs and other vital parts, and caused death to be almost in- staneous. Deceased has left a wife and five children to lament his loss. This is another of those cases in which death has re- sulted from carelessness or lamentable ignorance of the use of firearms. Had the gun been at haif- cock, as recommended by Mr Bishop in his Hints to Young Sportsmen, the accident could not nave happened, much the best of Fordham in the early part of the race, and though the " bantam" succeeded in getting a pull at him below the distance, the horse hung towards the rails, aud was helpless at the finish. Stork, Melissa, and Wentworth each met with more than one disappointment in the meadows, owing to their feet sinking into the new earth with which the drains were over- laid. Stork was so nearly down that Melissa, who was close in his track, unavoidably " struck into him," and ( we are in- formed by the owner of the horse) actually cut the whart clean off one hind leg and capped the hock of the other with her plates ; bnt for which contretemps Stork, who looked very formidable a distance from home, might probably have separated the two favourites at the finish. Before the race, Gemma di Vergy was backed somewhat freely for the Chester Cup at 50 and 40 to 1; but we did not hear his name mentioned after- wards. A Selling Stakes, which succeeded, was won easily by the two year old colt by Malcolm out of The Cocktail's dam, who placed 5 guineas to the credit of the fund. Seven starters were. telegraphed for the Willoughby Hand'cap, and the public backed Shoreham and The Prince of Orange against the field— by no means a happy selection, seeing that the race at last was re- duced to a match between Poodle and Mysterious Jack, the latter of whom, after a slashing set- to, pulled through by a neck. The Farmers' Plate— the betting on which was " first past the post"— as usual afforded lots of amusement, and, to the delight of the booth- keepers, was spun out into three heats, victory, however, eventually smiling upon Mr Gulliver's War- wick, who was the favourite all through. This terminated the first day's proceedings. The betting on future events calls for little remark. Sir Colin, consequent upon Fisherman's success, became first favourite for the Northamptonshire Stakes; Skirmisher was in demand for the Two Thousand ; and Blink Bonny, Lady Hawthorn, and Lord of the Hills had numerous supporters for the Derby at our quotations. Wednesday was a beautiful day, and there was a decided im- provement in the attendance. The racing commenced with the Welter Handicap, wherein Mr Barber, as on the previous day, " drew first blood,"— Captain Little lauding the odds that were betted on The Prince of Orange, after a pretty set- to with the brace of professionals opposed to him. The Two Year Old Stakes, for which another miserable field went to the post, was con- sidered such a certainty for Greenwich Fair that high odds were betted on her without compunction ; but the layers had a near squeak for their money, and must have felt anything but com- fortable until assured by the hoisting of the number of the favourite's success. The winner, " going back " every day, locked bad in her coat; and under the circumstances it is not improbable if Sopp had used a trifle more of that estimable quality which his filly's name expresses, instead of being rathertoo eager to get home, the " fun of the fair" would have been more relished by the, fielders. Five starters only were telegraphed for the Great Warwickshire Handicap, minus Theory and Tom Thumb, the former of whom ( who left George Simpson's for Young King's stables some time ago) was struck out at two o'clock, in consequence of his owner, it is said, having been forestalled in the market, Poodle thereupon was made the fa- vourite, but he failed to Obtain even so forward a " place" from the judge as in the Willoughby the day before, and Tame Deer, under Fordham's guidance, won in the commonest of canters; Gaudy, now Lord Zetland's, obtaining the second money. The result of the race brought Skirmisher and Adamas into notico for the Northamptonshire Stakes, and Vedette and Apathy for the Two Thousand, the eagerness to back Lord Zetland's two being general. As it turned out, Tame Deer's race may be said to have been the best the bookmakers had during the day, and great was their mortification to witness the Debdale " snatched out of the fire" by the favourite. Royalty, the winner last year, was a great " pot," but the horse was so thoroughly outpaced that Capt Little, who rode him, afterwards declared that he would not have taken a thousand pounds to ten about his chance in the meadows! He. answered so gamely, however, to every call of bis gallant rider, and struggled with such wonderful resolution that he eveutualIy; got on even terms with Brigadier ( who went as fast a^ aiti) at the distance. " The Captain" then took a pull, and Mr Crymes also stopping Brigadier— whether for the purpose of indulging the" spectators with a " near thing," or from the belief that his opponent was disposed of, " deponent sayeth not"— Capt Little waited with tantalising patience almost to the Stand, when he called on his horse for a final effort, and lite- rally rode Capt Crymes out of the race, the fiat being in favour of Royalty by a neck. An objection against the winner, on the ground that he ought to have carried extra weight for winning, fell to the ground. A Selling Stakes, won by Castaway, another favourite, who realised 22 guineas to the Fund, was followed by a T. Y. C. Handicap Plate, which brought together nine runners, and resulted in a second victory for Lard Nelson ; the sports of the day terminating with a Match, made over- night, between a couple of hunters, in their discrimination of which the " talents" were as successful as in almost every other race during the day. A second Match on the card was walked over for by Magnus Troll. The Derby betting shows a further improvement in Blink Bonny, and Skirmisher was backed to win a large stake at 1,000 to 15 and 20, 6,000 to 90 being booked in one bet. Mr Merry provided plenty of sport for the wind- up of the meeting, but, unfortunately for the " lessee," his " benefit" was somewhat interfered with by the weather, which changed most unpropitiously. A drizzling rain fell throughout the afternoon, and materially influenced the attendance, but there was a good muster on the Stand nevertheless, and a better show of general company than 011 either of the preceding days. Though the first race was " set" for half- past one, what with the delay of the jockeys and a vexatious number of false starts, it was nearly two before the opening event, a Handicap Plate ( for which one- fifth only of the number handicapped went to the post), was brought to issue. The distance being three furlongs only, the weight proved no obstacle to Plausible, and the betting indicatibg pretty clearly beforehand that it was a " good thing" the " pot" was landed. The members of the Warwickshire and North Warwickshire Hunts having subscribed a larger sum than usual this year for the farmers, a second Plate was got up for them to- day, which also fell to Mr Gulliver's lot by the aid of War- wick, upon whom the 1- ilb extra, as the winner of Tuesday's race proved 110 " stopper." The " flat" business having been disposed of, the " jumping" portion now came on the tapis, the next event decided being the Grand Annual Steeple Chase, for which the telegraph exhibited nine runners, minus Jean du Quesne, reserved for the Hurdle Race. Qdiham, who had been " all the rage" in the town during the morning, gave way at last to his stable com- panion ; and The Screw and Minerva also became great " pots," especially the latter, who did not reach Warwick until within a couple of hours of the race, to the no little confusion of " the lists" in London, several of the keepers of which, relying upon the " advices" of their agents on the spot as to her non- arrival, laid good prices against her, until the news of the mare's arrival was conveyed by " the wires" at the eleventh hour. Having been " in lavender" since the Grand National last year, in which, when victory was almost within lier grasp, she hit her leg at the last flight of hurdles, her ap- pearance to- dav— malgre the eyesore caused by the loss of hair on her back— bespoke a thorough preparation, and her chance was regarded as a " real good thing"; but she failed quite to realise the expectation of her backers ( as the saying goes), and found in Weathercock ( who bad the double advantage of an allowance of olb, besides being ridden by one of the best gen- tleman jockeys of the day,) a more formidable opponent than his previous performances across country warranted the public to consider him. Weathercock's easy victory to- day, however, affords further proofs of Ben Land's great talent in " manufacturing" good steeple chasers out of bad race horses, for few worse animals than Weathercock proved himself on the Turf, it would be difficult to find; and to no one, we opine, will the exhibition of his steeple chase prowess appear more surprising than the gallant Admiral who drafted the horse out of the Bedford stable. The Hunt Cup, by acci- dents and refusals, was reduced to a match between Ganymede and Maley after about half the distance had been run, and though the former appeared to have the race in hand in the meadows, he " stopped' to nothing " at last, and the favourite won easy. Nearly fifty horses were handicapped for the Hurdle Race, but the field dwindled down to five only. The " French horse" being " turned loose," odds were betted on him, and he won soeasily, that it behoves haudicapper shereafter not to hold " the foreigner " too cheap. In the course of the meeting 100 to 6 was taken eight times, bya friendof theowner of Jean du Quesne, about the latter and Ben Land winning both steeple chase and hurdle race. The closing event of the meeting was a Handicap Steeple Chase, which, through accidents and refusals, was soon reduced to a trio, viz, Evington Lass, Western, and Akiershott. The first- named was a great " pot," and after jumping the last hurdle it certainly looked any odds on her; when Lamplugh ( who aught to have taken warning from the loss of the Debdale by Captain Crymes, thro lgh the same cause the day before), drew his mare back in order to " cut it fine," when Mr Edwards and G# orge Stevens set- to in earnest, aud a slashing race en- sued with the three, which resulted in Alderskott" shooting" the favourite in the last six strides, and winning by a head- amidst the shouts ' of the fielders, and to the indescribable mor- tification of the favourite's backers. The racing did not ter- minate until nearly six o'clock, and the atmosphere had become so hazy for some time previously, as to render it almost impos- sible to distinguish colours more than two or three hundred yards off. The ground, we had almost omitted to state, had become very deep from the rain, but for which the meeting would have concluded with considerable eclat, though three steeple chases, in addition to a hurdle race and two flat races, are too much of a good thing for one day, eveii on the occasion of a " benefit." TUESDAY, MAECH 17.— A HANDICAP of 10 sovs each, h ft, 2 only if declared, & c, with 25 added, for three year olds and upwards; the winner to pay 5 sovs to the fund; one mile; 14 subs, 6 of whom declared. Mr Barber's Lord Nelson, by Coili » gwood, 3yrs, Gst Olb,. Dales 1 Mr Ramsay's b h Early Bird, 6 yrs, 9st Kendall 2 Mr Land's b g Weathercock, 0 yrs, 7st 101b J. Land 3 Mr Williams's b c Malacca, i yrs, 8st lib ( car 8st Sib).... Wells 4 Mr West's b m Plausible, 5 yrs, 7st 111b Snowden 0 Mr Crump's ch e Typhon, 1 yrs, 7st 31b Wakefield 0 Mr T. Stevens's br f Elfrida, 4 yrs, 7st Prior 0 Betting : 2 to 1 agst Malacca, 3 to 1 agst Lord Nelson, 6 to 1 agst Early Bird, 7 to 1 agst Weathercock. Malacca was very fractious, and was with difficulty got to the post, but at last got away on good terms with the others. Early Bird, who was first off, soon obtained a clear lead, Plausible, Lord Nelson, Weathercock, and Typhon lying next in Fbodv, the favourite at their heels, and Elfrida acting as whipper- in. Thev ran thus to the Star Close, when Typhon dropped back, and" Plausible giving way when fairly round the turn, Lord Nelson, Weather- cock, and Malacca became the followers of Early Bird, who went on with a clear lead until near the distance, when Lord Nelson closed with him, and defeating the heavy weiaht in a few strides, won cleverly by three quarters of a length, Weather- cock being beaten three lengths from the second, aud Malacca two from him. The others tailed off. Run iu lmin 59sec. The TRIAL STAKES of 10 sovs each, with 50 added; three year olds 7st, four 8st 91b; the winner of the Derby, Oaks, or St Leger 101b extra; maiden three year olds at the time of starting allowed 3lb, four 5lb; the winner to pay 10 sovs to the fund, and 5 to the starter; the Mile Course; 7 subs. Mr T, Parr's- br c Fisherman, by Htron, 4 yrs, 8st 91b.. Wells 1 Mr T. Walker's br c Gemma di Vergy, 3 yrs, 7st.... Fordham 2 Mr E. Parr's br c Stork, 4 yrs, 8st 91b A. Sopp 3 Mr G. W. Fitzwilliam's br c Weutworth, 4 yrs, 8st 91b. A. Day 4 Lord Clifden's ch f Melissa, 4 yrs, 8st 91b Sly 5 Betting : 5 to 4 agst Gemma di Vergy, 2 to 1 aest Fisherman, 5 to 1 agst Melissa, and 10 to 1 agst any other. " They got away at the first attempt, the two favourites runn. ing head and head for about a dozen strides, when Gemma di Vergy took a lead of about a length, Fisherman, who was pulled back behind Stork, going on third to the T. Y. C. post, where Melissa passed the two latter, and lay at Gemma di Vergy's quarters until near the gap into the Star Close, at which point she dropped back and left Gemma with a lead of a couple of lengths. Stork then resumed his former position, and Fisherman became third, and in making the turn, Wentworth, ( who had been lying off, and like Melissa, was nearly down in the meadows) took his place at Fisherman's quarters, where he remained until entering the straight, when he had nothing more to do with the race. Stork now went up to the favourite, and Fordham getting a pull at his horse for the first time, drew him back to Stork's shoulder, when up came Fisherman on the " whip- hand" of the latter. These three ran almost abreast to the distance, when on Stork's " cracking," the issue was left to Fisherman and Gemma di Vergy, the former taking the lead and winning very cleverly by a length,' • Gemmy" having run out towards the rails the in- stant Fordham called upon him belowthe Stand for the " finish- ing touch." Stork ( an accident to whom is described in our in- troductory remarks) was beaten five or six lengths, Wentworth as far from him, and Melissa about a dozen from the Danebury horse. Run in latin 55sec, A SWEEPSTAKES of 5 sovs each, with 20 added; five furlongs; 4 subs. Mr Hanks's b c by Malcolm out of Cocktail's dam ( h b), 2 yrs, 5st 101b ( carried 5st 121b) ( 20 sovs) Bray 1 Mr Whitehouse's b f Auricula, 3 yrs, 7st 71b ( 30) .... Hughes 2 Mr Saxon's Sister to Fashion, 2 yrs, 5st 71b ( 20) .. Shakspeare 3 Mr Smith's b f by John o' Gaunt out of Vesuvienne, 3 yrs, 8st olb Kendall 4 Betting: 2 to 1 on the Malcolm colt, aud 4 to 1 agst any other ( off). The favourite was first off, but was soon passed by the others, Sister to Fashion making play with a clear lead into the straight, when, compounding, she was caught by Auricula, and soon afterwards by the Malcolm colt, the latter going in front and winning easily by half a length; three lengths between second and third. The winner ( who reared up and fell back- wards before starting, fortunately without injuring Bray) was bought in for 25 guineas. Run in lmin 14sec. The WILLOUGHBY HANDICAP of 15 sovs each, 10 ft, 5 only if declared, & c, with 30 added ; winners of any handicap value 100 sovs after the declaration of the weights olb extra; gentle- men riders; jockeys 61b extra; the winner to pay 10 sovs to the fund; two miles; 23 subs, 10 of whom declared. Mr T. Dawson's b c Mysterious Jack, by Sir Tatton Sykes. 2 yrs, 9st 91b ( including 51b & 61b extra).. Aldcroft 1 Mr Hale's br li Poodle, aged, list 21b ( in 61b extra).... A. Day 2 Mr Ramsey's b h The Early Bird, 6 yrs, list 71b .... Mr Blake S Mr Caoel's ch c Delos, 3 yrs, 9st31b ( in 61b extra) Grubb - 4 Mr J. Williams's bm Hopeless Star, aged, lOst91b. Mr Edwards 5 Mr Barber's br c The Prince of Orange, 4 yrs, list lib ( including61bextra) .. Green 6 Lord Wilton's b h Shoreharn, 5 yrs, lOst 81b Capt Little 7 Betting: 5 to 2 agst Shoreham, 3 to 1 agst Prince of Orange, and 5 to 1 each agst Mysterious Jack aud Poodle. Early Bird cut out the work to the foot of the hill, in rising which he was joined by Prince of Orange, and the two went 011 head and head, followed by Delos and Siioreham, Mysterious Jack lying next and Poodle in the rear. In descending the hill to the mile post, Delos dropped back and Mysterious Jack went up alongside of Shore- ham, aud thus " coupled" the race proceeded until half- way across the meadows, when Prince of Orange beat a retreat, and Shoreham hanging out signals of distress at the commencement of the turn, Mysterious Jack and Poodle became the % llo\ vers of Early Bird. After entering the Star Close these three only were in the race, and in the straight Early Bird was caught and passed by Poodle and Mysterious Jack, between whom a splen- did struggle ensued, which resulted in the young one's favour by a neck, Early Bird finishing a bad third. Shoreham cantered home fourth, but being stopped at the Stand the others passed him in a body, and he walked in last. Run in 4 in in lste. The FAKMBKS' PLATE of 50 sovs, given by the gentlemen of the hunt, with 10 sovs to the second, for hunters, & c; four vear olds list 81b, five 12st, six and aged 12st 81b ; thoroughbred horses 71b extra; mares and geldings allowed 31b; to be ridden by farmers or their sons; heats, two miles. Mr W. Gulliver's b g Warwick ( Brother to Wel- lesbourne), by Catesby( hb), 5yrs, list lllb. MrWhoods 1 0 1 Mr J. Mill ward's ch in Jenny Jones, by Catesby ( h b), aged, 12st Sib Owner 212 Mr J. Gardner's bk g by Meteor, dam by Beizoni ( h b), 5 yrs, list 111b.. Mr Cornborough S 2 dr Mr F. Robbms's b g Alighan, by Aliwal, dam by Beizoni ( li b), £ i2st 51!> MrP. Robbins, jun 0 0 dr Mr C. Griffin's ch m Lady Jane, by Young Langar ( h b), 4 yrs, list 2rt>. Mr Griffin 0 0 dr Mr Cowper's bg Rein Deer, by The Cardinal, dam by Colwick ( h b), 12st 121b Owner 0 0 dr First heat: Betting— 5 to 4 agt Warwick and 3 to 1 each agst Jenny Jones and Rein Deer. Won by a length; a bad third.— Second heat: 4 to 1 on Warwick. Won by a hundred yards; the others pulled up and walked in.— Third heat: 2 to 1 on Warwick. Won easily by three lengths. First heat run in 4min 7sec, second 4tnin lls « c, third 4min 9sec. BETTING ON THE COURSE. NOKTHAMPIOKSHIRE STAKES. 5 to 1 agst Sir Colin ( tk) I y to 1 agst Codrington ( tk) 5 to 1 St Giles ( off) 20 to 1 Bracken ( tk) 6 to 1 — Skirmisher ( off) | • . - CHESTER CUP. 20 to 1 agst St Giles ( tk) 33 to 1 agst Schiedam ( tk) 25 to 1 Rogerthorpe ( t & off) | Two THOUSAND. 11 to 2 agst Vedette ( tk) | 10 to 1 agst Lord of the Hills ( tk) 100 to 15 Schiedam ( tk) 12 to 1 Apathy ( tk) 7 to 1 Sydney ( tk)! off. The winner was sold for 42 guineas to Mr Barker, to go to India. Run in lmin 57sec. A HANDICAP PLATE of 50 soys, for all ages; winners 5lb extra ; l. i. O. Mr Barber's Lord Nelson, by Collingwood, 3 yrs, 7st 51b ('" eluding olb extra) Dales Mr Waller's Octavia, aged, 7st 101b Mr Wilkinson's b h Blight, 6 yrs, 7st 9lb .. Mr West's Plausible, 5 yrs, 8st 41b J11- B:"; 1"^ 011' 9 Flyaway, 4 yrs, Sst 2lb ,, fera J- mt, 5 yre, Sst Wakefield 2 ... Munday 3 ., Snowden 0 ,..., CiitI 0 ,... Wynn « 0 Prior 0 ... J. Lind 0 Shakspeare 0 CHESTER CUP. 10 to 1 agst Leamington ( tk) . , Two rnousAKD. Derby ( tk 1 nnn • Mr T. Stevens's Questionable, 5 yrs, 7st 71b Mr Williams's bm Marvel, 5 vrs, 7st Mr Land's Profile, 3 yrs, 5st 41b U Betting: 2 to 1 agst Lord Nelson, 5 to 1 agst Flyaway, and 6 to 1 each agst Octavia, Biight, and Profile. After a couple of failures, Plausible went away a "• cracker," followed bv Profile, Lord ISelson, Flyaway, and Jesuit in a body, Blight and Octavia bringing up the rear. In the Star Close Profile aud Flyaway dropped back and left Jesuit aud Lord Nelson in attendance on the leader, Octavia taking the fourth place in the bend of the turn. After entering the straight, Plausible shut up, and Jesuit giving way immediately afterwards, the race was left to Lord Nelson and Octavia, the favourite going on with the lead and winning in a canter by a length and a half, Blight, who came on with a rush at the last, finishing three- fourths of a length from the old mare. Questionable was a bad fourth, and Jesuit and Marvel the last two. Run in lmin SOsec. MATCH ; 50; half a mile. Mr Jennings's b m Victress, list O wner 1 Capt Price's b g Liberty, list 71b Owner 2 Betting: 4 and 5 to 1 on Victress, who made play throughout, and won in a canter by several lengths. Run in 59sec. „ „ MATCH ; 100; half a Kiiie. Mr Gulliver's bk c Magnus Troil, by Malcolm, 8st 71b w o Mr Hewitt's b e The Merry Sunshine, 8st 41b paid BETTING ON THE COURSE. NORTHAMPTONSHIRE STAKES. 5 to 1 agst Skirmisher( t freely) I 6 to 1 agst St Giles ( offd) 5 to 1 Sir Colin ( offd) | 10 to 1 Adamas ( tk) ' Two THOUSAND. 5 to 1 agst Vedette ( tk freely) 1 10 to 1 agst Lord of the Hills( tk) 6 to 1 Sydney ; tk) 20 to 1 Kent ( offd) 10 to 1 Apathy ( tk) | 11 to 1 agst Blink Bonuy ( tk) to 1 agst Skirmisher ( tk) 20 to 1 Kent ( tk) 50 to 1 Sir Colin ( tk) 20 to 1 Lady Hawthorn ( tk) | 1000 to 15 agst Vedette winning the Two Thousand Guineas and Blink Bonny the Derby 10,000 to 150 agst Sydney winning the Two Thousand Guineas and and Derby ( tk) THURSDAY.— A HANDICAP PLATE of 40 sovs, for all ages; the winner to be sold for 50 sovs, & c ; three furlongs. Mr West's b m Plausible, by Springy Jack, 5yrs, 9st. Snowden 1 Mr Frederick's b f Garnet, 4 yrs, 7st 121b fcarried8st),. Palmer 2 Mr Thompson's Village Cock, 4 yre, 7st 31b Clement 3 Mr Crump's Typhon, 4 yrs, 7st 61b J. Land 4 The betting opened at even, and rose to 7 to 4, oti Garnet, but closed at 5 to 4 agst Plausible, 2 to 1 agst Garnet ( off), and 3 to 1 agst Typhou. After several failures, caused by Plausible and Village Cock, the heavy weight jumped off with the lead, was never caught, and won in a canter by two lengths ; a length between second and third, Typhon, who never showed in the race, being a bad fourth. The winner was bought in for 75i guineas. Run in 42sec. A FAKMESS' PLATE of 3 sovs each, with a bonus added for horses bona fide the property of farmers, and to be ridden by them or their sons, & e; two miles; 4 subs. Mr Gulliver's b g Warwick, by Catesby ( h b), 5 yrs, 12st 111b ( including 141b extra) Mr Whoods 1 Mr Bawcutt's ch g Goldsmith, 5 yrs, 12st 51b Owner 2 Mr Worsey's ch g The Thrush ( h b), aged, 12st 51b Mr F. Bobbins, jun 3 Mr F. Robbing's b g \ Yaterford ( h b), 6 yrs 12st 51b Mr W. Robbins 4 Betting : 5 to 2 on Warwick. The Thrush cut out the work, followed by the Goldsmith, Warwick, and Waterford, in the order named to the last turn, where The Thrush was passed by the Goldsmith and Warwick, the favourite going on with the lead, and winning, hard held, by a length and a half, The Thrush finishing a bad third. Run in 4min 14sec. The GRAND ANNCA. L STEEPLE CHASE of 20 sovs each, h ft, and 5 only if declared, with 100 added; the second to save his stake, and the winner to pay 25 sovs towards expenses ; winners extra; and gentlemen who have never ridden a winner in any public handicap steeple chase, value 100 sovs, qualified to ride in the Hunt Cup allowed 5lb; four miles ; 44 subs, 21 of whom declared. Mr B. Land's b g Weathercock, by Weatherbit, 6 yrs, 10et9lb ( allowed 51b) Mr Edwards 1 Mr J. Davies's ch m Minerva ( h b), aged, lOst 61b ( allowed 51b) Mr Davenport 2 Mr Cassidy's b m Sting, 6 yrs, lOst 61b Weaver 3 Mr B. Land's ch g Odiham ( h b), Htet 111b B. Land, ju/ i 0 Mr Wood's ch m Forest Queen, aged, lOst 111b .... Donaldson 0 Mr Williams's Jemmy the Black, aged, lOst 91b Sly, jun 0 MrHopkin's brg Brigadier ( hb), aged, 9st 71b ( allowed 51b) Mr W. Bevill 0 Mr Formby's Betropaulovski ( late Punchbox), C yrs, 9st 121b Besley 0 Mr North's br g The Screw, aged, 9st 101b Green 0 Betting : 5 to 2 agst Weathercock, 7 to 2 each agst Minerva and The Screw, 7 to 1 agst Brigadier, and 8 to 1 each agst Forest Queen and Jemmy the Black. Odiham went in front when the signal was given, and cut out the work at a capital pace, fol- lowed by The Scre*> and Weathercock, Forest Queen lying fourth aud Minerva in the rear with Petropaulovski. The lot showed an extensive tail in the meadows, aud at the cross fence into the Star Close Forest Queen ran round and caused a little confusion amongst the rear lot by refusing. After turning the flag however they " got more together," and jumped the arti- ficial double opposite the Stand in pretty close order, Odiham being first over, The Screw second, aud Sting, who took third place after Forest Queen's refusal, next. Brigadier, Weather- cock, Forest Queen and Minerva succeeded them, and some distance in the rear came Petropaulovski, who stuck his toes into the ground aud sent Besley over his head into the mud. After leaving the Stand Forest Queen ran through her horses and took a clear lead, but refusing at the fence on the top of the hill by Mr Tome's house, her example was fol- lowed by Odiham and Petropaulovski, the latter of whom after being remounted was got over the artificial on being put at it a second time. This contretemps left The Screw in advance, and he was followed down the hill by Sting and Weathurcock ( close together). On re- appearing in sight these three were twenty lengths in advance of the next lot, com- posed of Brigadier, Minerva, and Odiham, aud in crossing the meadows Forest Queen was observed to be next, tailed off a long way however. After rounding the turning flag in the Star Close, Sting headed The Screw and led over the artificial double in front of the Stand the second time, The Screw jumpingit second, Weathercock third, Brigadier aud Forest Queen, who made up her lost ground in the meadows, next together, with Odiham and Minerva three or four lengths off. A long way behind tliem came Jemmy the Black, who was overpaced throughout. The Screw then resumed the lead, and in rising the hill towards Mr Torne's house, Weathercock took third place, Brigadier jump- ing the fence at the top of it fourth, and Forest Queen next, Minerva going over several lengths in the rear of everything except Jemmy the Black, who was too far behind to require further notice. There was no material change until reaching the fence at the foot of the hill near the mile post, in jumpiug which The Screw overreached himself so badly that his chance was at once extinguished. Sting aud Weathercock then went on abreast, and Brigadier having fallen at the fence which proved fatal to TheScrew, Minerva ran into the third place, and. to these » 0fl00° tnO- J| 52 » ^ f!^ i"'?' 8 ginning the Two Thousand and Derbv( t) agst Odette's winning the Two Thousand and M D. tha ^ amboarn's winning the Two Thousand & Derby ( t) KIPLIA- C0ATES ANNUAL PSIZS. MRD WRTL? LHRSTDAT' } Ueci1 ^-- Pour miles. Mr D. Wray's b g Tom Perkins, 6 yrs, lOst.... F Marvin i Mr Harrison's Sr. m Fairy, aged, lOst ............. J< Hopper 2 Mr C. Reynard's b m Heiress, 4 vrs, XOst , . W M° fs4i « One of the finest races ever seea fdr this ancSS4raS won on the post by a head, a neck between second and third. Mary.... Flatterer 5.. Jesuit 5. .8 0 Pr. of Orange.. 4. .7 12 Jack the Giant Killer a, .7 8 Vulcan 5.. 7 5 Oetavia a.. 7 4 Questionable .. 5.. 7 4 PROGRAMME OF NORTHAMPTON AND PYTCHLEY HUNT MEETING. WEDNESDAY MAECH 25.- The TEIAL STAKES of 10 sovs wh with 50 added; two year olds 4st 81b, three 6st 61b, fOur 8stS' five 8st lllb, six and aged 9st 31b ; one mile ; 8 subs 5 M. l>„ 3 yrs I Wentwarth. 4 vrs I nnmmntinn .. .„.„ Odd Trick, 3 yrs Flacrow, 5 vrs ffS 3, Jrs The Vicar,' 3 yrs | Huntington, 8 yrs | Loltl Aelson'd The STAND PLATE ( Handicap) of 50 sovs, for three year olds and ZTe& sTb^ ral oTil'S^ ^ th « ^ licatM TllS Dramatist Old Tom ( latf6 SUb Old Fashion) 3. .6 5 Fnght 3., a Old Stnnghalts a.. 6 21 Maid of Perth.. 3.. 6 England's TBeauty 3.. 6 0 Jessie 3. ,5 13 Walhalla 3 5 g The GEE AT NORTHAMPTONSHIRE STAKES of 100 sovs, added to a Handicap of 25 sovs each, 15 ft, aud 5 only if declared - th^ second to receive 25 sovs out of the stakes; winners ofX'han. dicap after the publication of the weights 5lb, or aaytm han. dicaps 71b extra; two miles; 99 subs, 60 of whom declared 01 . . , as0 stlb Skirmisher .... 8,. 6 8 Commoner 3. .6 7 Verbena g.-.- g 7 Peeping Tom .. 8.. C Worcester 3.. 6 St Giles 3.. 6 4 Centurion 3. .6 4 The Borderer.. 3.. 6 4 South Western. 3.. 6 4 age stlb .... 4.. 7 3 Bjffft 6.. 7 3 Ghika 4, .7 1 De Ginkel 4. .6 12 Prince's ilixt. ,4.. 6 12 Huntington.... 3., 6 12 Coal Black Rose 4. .6 11 Ulysses i,. 6 9 agestlb • a.. 8 12 7 AIOHZO .. Fulbeck 5.. _ Assay er 6. .8 Siding 5.. 8 4 Homily 5. .8 4 Romeo a.. 8 0 The Earl 5 .7 12 Bracken 6.. 7 12 Porto Rico .... 4.. 7 Lawn. 4 .7 Tame Deer 4.. 7 Adamas 3.. 6 Brabantia .... 4.. 6 Palm 8. .6 Kimbarn ,. Amati Somerset.. John Peel.. Sir Colin .. ,3.. 6 S ,... 3.. 6 2 ... 3,. 6 0 ... 3,6 0 .. 3.5 13 . _ , agestlb Madame Rachel3.. 5 12 Che by Epirus— Elcot'sdfh b) 3.. 5 12 Dulcamara ,... 3.. 5 1Q Codrington .... 3.. 5 10 Clias. Q'Malley. 3., 5 18 Six and Eight- pence ; 3.. 5 f Silkmore 3, ,5 f Lady St Liz S.. 5 i> Martinet Cpaid) 3.. 6 12 Jessie ..( raid) 3.. 6 a PaulaMonti( pd) 3. .6 0 Ho^ uJE| TYn of 100 « s; three year olds GstlOl^ four 9st 21b, five 9st 101b, six and aged lOst; two miles. The WHITTLE BURY STAKES of 15 sovs each, 5 ft, with 100 added by Lord Southampton ; two year olds 6st Sib, three 8st8lb- hlhes and geldings allowed 31b; winners of a sweepstakes amounting to 500 sovs with 10 subs 71b, of a 200 sovs sweep, stages wuh 10 subs 5lb, ail other winners of plates or sweepstakes to the amount of 100 sovs Sib extra: weights not accumulative • three year olds which have startedthree times witlout winning NLIR, OTAFL KLLI . O^ NNF F 1 „„ , ° L: Yaller , Palm, 3 yrs Shepherdess, 2 yrs Persepoiis, 2 yrs Gleesinger, 3 yrs Haymaker, 2 yrs Betelnut, 2 yrs . Bro to Farthingale, 2ys Harwell, 2 yrs Br f by Jericho out of Dividend, 2 yrs The FYTCHXEY STAKES of 5 sovs each, with 40 added, for two year olds and upwards ; the New Spencer Plate Course ( ofur). TheNp- E STAKES ( Free Handicap) of 5 sovs each, with 25 added, for three year olds and upwards; once round ; 7 subs The nisrhest weight accepting be under 7st 10lb, it has been raised to 8st 121b, and the rest in proportion. age st lb age st lb .. 4.. 8 12 Tame Deer .... 4 .8 7 Obscurity 4.7 11 Ethei, 2 yrs Jessica, 2 yrs Royal Sovereign, 3 yrs Madame Olicquot, 3 yrs Cannel, 2 yrs F by Orlando out of TheFarmer'sDaugh- ter, 3 yrs Odd Trick, 3 yrs yrs ; ern Power, 3 yrs Sealark, 3 yrs Old Tom, 3 yrs Volatore. 2 yrs Amoret," 2 yrs Gemma di Vergy, 3 yre Peeping Tom, 2 yrs Vigliacconi ( late The Zouave), 3 yrs age st lb Iareca 3.. 7 2 Laudamia 3.. 6 12 Blue Roci Hercules Redemption.. .. 5,. THURSDAY.— The RACING STAKES of 20 sovs each, h ft, with 50 added, for three year olds ; colts Sst 101b, fillies Sst 61b - winners twice 1111856 31b, thrice or more in that year 5lb, win- ners in 1857 5lb extra; weights not accumulative; horses having started in 1856 or 1857 without having won up to the day of running allowed, once 31b, twice 5lb ; one mile ; 10 subs. John Peel Glede Hawk Sir Colin Delusion St Giles Centurion Dulcamara Rohallion Daisy Gemma di Vergy EARL SPENCER'S PLATE of 100 sovs, added to a Handicap of 15 sovs each, 5 ft, if declared, & c ; winners of any handicap after March 10 71b extra;^ the New Spencer Stakes Course . — • ~~ of whom declared. age st lb .. 4.. 8 1- 2 Wentworth. Malacca. .. 4,. 8 10 Binl in Hand . ,4. .8 9 Artillery .... .. 4.. 8 8 Hospitality . .. 4.. 8 5 Olyaigus .... .. 4.. 8 4 Jesuit ,-. .. 5.. 8 0 Noisette .. a. .7 10 Old Rowley.. .. a., 7 9 Swindler 5. .7 Little Gerard .. 6.. 7 Ghiia 4..? Mdme Clicquot. 3. .7 Petei- Flat .... 4.. 7 Strawberry .... 3.. 7 Prince's Mixt.. 4.. 7 Mabel 6 .6 12 Centurion .3. .6 10 The ALTHORP PARK STAKES of 10 sovs each, with 50 added, for two year olds ; colts 8st 71b, fillies 8st 3lb ; winners olb extra; T. Y. C. ( straight run in); 21 subs,' age st lb I age st lb 8 Old Tom ( late 8 I Old Fashion). 3.. 6 8 7 Cumberland ,. 3.. 6 8 S Vaulter 3.. 6 6 3 Ruth 3.. 6 0 2 Equinox 3. .5 12 0 John Peel 3.. 5 12 Six and Eight- pence 3. .5 10 Mr J. Barnard's Wrestler Mr J. Barnard's Yaller Gal Mr T. Bell'sc by The Flying Dutch- man out of Speedwell Mr Boyd's b c Kut. of the Tournay Mr W. Day's c The Happy Land MrE. Frederick's Victoi Emmanuel Mr Grevilie's f Grand Duchess Mr Gulliver's ch c Archibald Sir J. Hawley's b c. Scourge Mr Holland's Harry Stanley Mr Howard's Chutney Mr Howard's Glimpse Mr J, Jackson's b c Night Ranger Mr J. La Mert's Melita Captain Little's b fChamouitix Sir L. Neivman's Botany Mr T. Parr's Carmel Mr F. Robinson's ch f Heroine Mr Sutton's f Eurydice Mr Sutton's Br c The Flying Duke Mr J. F. Verrall's br c Volatore The NORTHAMPTONSHIRE CUP STAKES of 10 sovs each ; three year olds 6st 91b, four 8st 71b, five 9st lib, six and aged 9st 41b • the winner to be sold for 500 sovs, if demanded, and to sub- scribe to the stake in 185S ; two miles; 16 subs. Amati, 3 yrs Lawn, 4 yrs Companion, 3 yrs Midaleton, 4 yrs Flatterer, 5 yrs Firmament, 4 yrs Huntington, 3 yrs Apathy, 3 yrs Grc- yling, 3 yrs Siding, a yrs The Vicar, S yrs Mongrel, 3 yrs Palm, 3 yrs Preston, 4 yrs Poodle, aged Homily, 5 yrs The SELLING PLATE of 30 sovs, added to a Sweepstakes of 5 sovs each, for two year olds and upwards; the New Course ( 5 fur). The ST LIZ HANDICAP of 10 sovs each, li ft, with 100 added- winners of any handicap after the weights appeared 71b extra- the winner to pay 5 sovs to the Bentinck Benevolent Fund • one mile and a quarter; 26 subs. three the race was afterwards confined. Weathercock and Sting j Fisherman 4 8 12 raced head and head across the meadows to the cross- fence into 1 Saraband 5" 8 9 the Star Close, after jumping which the favourite shook off Sting, I Alonzo a. .8 3 and in the bend of the turn the latter was passed by Minerva, " ° " but the latter failed to overhaul Weathercock, who won in a canter by twelve lengths ; Sting, who made a final spurt for the second money, finishing two leuglhs behind Minerva. The Screw, who was stopped some distance from home, walked in fourth, aud Forest Queen aud Odiham were next, a long way behind, nothing else near. Run in lOmin lOsec. The HUNT CUP STEEPLE CHASE, value 100 guineas, by sub- scription of 10 sovs each, for horses that have been regularly, hunted with any established pack of hounds, , 10 sovs to be deducted for expenses; about three miles; 7 subs. Mr Henderson's ch m Maley, by Longsiglit, aged, list 71b Mr W. Bevill 1 12 to 1 agst Blink Bonny ( tk) It to 1 M. D. ( tk) 20 to 1 SprigofShillelagh ( t) 28 to 1 —- Sydney ( tk) DEEBY. 20 to 1 agst Kent ( take 25 to 1) 20 to 1 Lad. vHawthorne( tk) 40 to 1 Lord of the Hills ( tk) WEDNESDAY.— The WELTER HANDICAP of 10 sovs each, h ft; gentlemen riders; professionals 61b extra ; winners al ter the weights were out 5lb extra; one mile; 5 subs. Mr Barber's br c Prince of Orange, by Van Troiup, 4 yrs, list Capt Little 1 Mr Crump's Typhon, 4 yrs, 9st lllb ( carried lOst 31b) Wakefield 2 Mr Hanks's Bobby B„ 4 yrs, lOst ( carried lOst 31b).... Aldcroft 3 Betting: 2 to 1 and 5 to 2 on Prince of Orange, 5 to 2 agst Bobby B. ( tk). Typhon made play with a clear lead into the straight, when the others drew up, and, closing with him at the distance, apretty race ensued with the lot, thefavourite winning by a neck, and the second beating the third by the same. Run in lmin 58sec. The Two YEAR OLD STAKES of 10 sovs each, with 50 added, for two year olds ; colts Sst 71b, fillies 8st 4lb; the winner to pay 10 sovs to the fund, and 5 to the starter; five furlongs ( straight run in); 11 subs. Mr St John's ch f Greenwich Fair, by Woolwich, 8st 41b .-. V, .... Aldcroft 1 Mr Holland's b f Patience, 8st 41b Sopp 2 Mr Hughes's b c Knockburn, Sst 71b Kendall 3 Betting: 4 to 1— 6 to 1 at one time— 011 Greenwich Fair. Knockburn went away with a commanding lead, which he main- tained into the straight, and then gave way to the other two, the favourite waiting at Patience's quarters to the half distance, where she challenged and won— with nothing to spare— by a neck; Knockburn a bad third. P « , un in lmin 13sec. The GREAT WARWICKSHIRE HANDICAP of 20 sovs each, h ft, and 5 only if declared, with 50 added winners of anv handicap value 100 sovs after the declaration of the weights 51b extra; the second to receive 20 sovs out of the stakes, and the winner to pay 15 sovs towards expenses; two miles; 30 subs, 17 of whom declared. Mr Mellisli's b g Tame Deer, by Venison, 4 yrs. 7st 121b Fordham 1 Lord Zetland's ch c Gaudy, 4 yrs, Sst Sib W. Abdale 2 Mr Hale's br h Poodle, aged, 8.- t 101b Wakefield 3 Lord Clifden's ns br h Alembic, 6 yrs, 8st 101b A. Day 0 MrW. Robinson's br f Six and Eightpence, 3 yrs, OstGlb. Dales 0 Betting : 2 to 1 agst Poodle ( tk), 7 to 2 each agst Tame Deer and Six and Eiglitpence, 5 to 1 agst Alembic, and 10 to 1 agst Gaudy ( off). Tame Deer cantered in front to the top turn, where Poodle, who had been lying in the rear, went to the front and improved the pace, Six and Eightpence going on se- cond, Tame Deer third, Gaudy fourth, and Alembic last; and in this order, separated by wide intervals, they proceeded over the hill past Mr Tome's house to the mile post, after passing which the first four got into closer order. At the T. Y. C. post Gaudy ran into the second place, and Six and Eightpence giving way half way across the meadows, Tame Deer was left in solitary attendance upon the leading pair, Alembic having been out of the race some time previously. In the Star Close Tame Deer began to creep up, aud got 011 good terms with his horse in making the bend of the turn, but being disappointed in getting through between Poodle aud the rails, Fordham changed liis tactics, and went up on the outside of Gaudy, who headed the old horse after entering the straight. Waiting at Gaudy's quar- ters until past the distance, Tame Deer there headed him, and, galloping on with the lead, won in a canter by two lengths, Gaudy beating Poodle for second money by a length; the others were tailed off an immense distance. Bun in 4min gsec. The DEBDALE STAKES of 5 sovs each, with 25 added; the winner to pay 5 sovs to the fund; two miles ; 8 subs. Mr Price's b g Royalty, by The Dean, aged, 12st .. Capt Little 1 MrHopkins's br g Brigadier ( h b), aged, list 71b.. Capt Crymes 2 Mr Gulliver's br h Decamp, 5 yrs, list Mr Blake 3 Capt Duff's b g Ganymede, aged, list 71b Mr Jennings 0 Mr Hopkins's eh g Cato( h b), aged, list 71b Mr Hunt 0 Betting: 6 to 4 each agst Royalty and Decamp, 4 to 1 agst Brigadier, and 10 to 1 agst Ganymede. Cato made plav for about half a mile, when he dropped into the rear with Gany- mede, aud these two from that point had nothing more to do with the race. On Cato's retirement, Decamp went on with the running, followed by Royalty into the bottom, where Brigadier passed the latter, and going up to Decamp ran head and head with him across the meadows, Royalty, overpaced, lying four or five lengths off, until half- way round the last turn, when Cap- tain Little, taking advantage of an opening between the two leaders, caused by Brigadier's running wide, sent his horse through it, and Decamp— a hard puller— having, through Briga- dier's " polite attention," run himself out, the'i ace was left to Royalty and Brigadier. In the straight, the latter, who went much the faster, soon overhauled the favourite, and Captain Little, taking a pull at his already beaten horse below the distance, " suffered" a lead of nearly a length, until near the Stand, when he called upon him for a final effort, and taking Captain Crvmes unawares, snatched the race out of the fire, and landed Royalty the winner by a neck, Decamp finishing a very bad third. ' Run in 4min 13sec. A SWEEPSTAKES of 5 sovs each, with 25 added, for three year olds and upwards ; one mile ; 5 subs. Mr Cavtie's b c Castaway, by Alarm, 3 yrs, 5st Sib ( 20 sovs) Bray 1 Mr Hughes's ch in Laura Seliua, 5 yrs, 7st 1 lib ( 20).. Snowden 2 Mr F. Wyndham's gr c Village Geek, 4 yrs, Sst ( 40). W. Abdale S Mr Rickard's br m Aliss Hatch, 5yrs, 7st lllb( 20).. D. Hughes 4 Mr Smith's b f by John o'Gaunt— Vesuvienne, 3 yrs, 7stlllb( 150) * .... Ducker 5 Betting: Even— 6to4 atone time— on Castaway, aud 3 to 1 agst Laura Selina. The running was made by the John o'Gaunt filly, attended by the grey aud Castaway round the turn, when the favourite took the lead, disposed of Laura Selina's challenge at the Stand, and won easily by three quarters of a length; throe lengths bet * een the second and third; the Gthers beaten Captain Duff's br g Ganymede, aged, list 71b, .. Mr F. Gordon Mr Black's ch g Red Cap ( h b), aged, list 71b I Malacca 4.. . Hospitality .... 4.8 Jesuit 5. .7 Bracken 6.. 7 PrinceofOrange4.. 7 Squire Watt. ... 4. .7 age st lb Gaudy ... 4 .7 Vuj. can .. 5.. 7 Octavia a.. 7 Peter Flat .... 4.7 Odd Trick...... S.. 6 Coalblack Rose. 4. .6 Van Dunck 4.6 Cripple 4.. 6 Glede Hawk.... 3,. 6 ... T, agestlb King John 3.. 5 IS Optimus ( h b).. 3.. 5 12 Dulcamara .... 3.. 5 11 Iareca 3.. 5 11 Engd.' s Beauty 3.. 5 10 Verona 3. .5 8 Hegirah 3.. 5 4 Silkmore 3. .5 4 The DELAPRE HANDICAP of 5 sovs each, with 35 added, for two year olds and upwards ; the winner to be sold for 100 sovs if demanded, & c; Althorp Park Stakes Course ( about half a mlie); 15 subs. age st lb The Poacher .. a.. 8 12 Bessie 5. . t Affghan 5.. i Swindler ;. 5. .8 Ghika .... 4.8 Garnet 4.. 7 _ , .„,., . .... .... . MrDart Mr Goodman's gr m Hoiuycorab, aged, list 71b Owner 4 Mi^ Edwards's ch g Weston, llst71b Owner 5 Mr H. Edwards's ch g The Pope's Bull, 6 yrs ( carried llstSlb)......: Owner 0 Mr Jennings's Aldershott, a yrs, 11st Mr Davenport 0 Betting: 7 to 4 agst Male. v, 3 to 1 agst Weston, 4 to 1 agst Honeycomb, and 5 to 1 agst Ra| Cap. Weston cut out the work, followed by The Pope's Bull over the lane, when the ; latter gradually dropped back, and Red Cap and Honeycomb went on in attendance upou Weston, Ganymede lying fourth, Maley fifth, and The Pope's Bull acting as whipper- in. This! order was maintained round the turning ilag in the Star Close ! aud over the next fence, when the three leaders closed • a„ e st ib and jumped the double in front of the Stand nearly abreast. ! jeanduQuesnea. . U 7 Ganymede and Maley went over together at their heels, and a1 Little Charley a!! 10 10 long way in the rear followed The Pope's Bull, who blundered ' CasseCou a. .10 9 at the hedge beyond, gave his jockey* a " spill," and i Hopeless Star a.. 10 9 was thrown still further in the rear. Aldershott, we had | £, oin,£ urn, iyiAa-;! omitted to state, was out of the fight, through obstinately re- M^ frvvh b)^ \ 10 - fusing the first fence after starting. Redcap passed the fence Dangerous a" 10 at the top of the hill, and Weston following his example, ran! Janus .. .!!!! a!] l0 round to the right just as Honeycomb rose at it ; the conse- • The Forest quence was a collision, which resulted in the upset of both, ! Queen ....?. a.. 10 Weston being knocked into the hedge, aud his jockey into the j The Screw.... a.. 9 field beyond, fortunately without being hurt. Mr Goodman, who nearly carried away the flag, jumped up none the worse, except a sad discolouration of his toggery," and speedily remounting, ! started, in compauy with Redcap, after Ganymede and Maley, who were at least a couple of hundred yards in advance, when I they re- entered the meadow the last time. Ganymede had then j a lead of half a dozen lengths, which Maley was unable to lessen until within a quarter of a mile of home, when, after jumpiug : a^ e st lb the last flight of hurdles but one, she came with a rush, and I Evington LasiT passing Ganymede at the distance, won easily by ten lengths, i ( 20 tovs).... a.. 10 12 Redcap, who persevered to the end afier his accident, finishing a Mayday ( 20).. a.. 10 10 bad third, Honeycomb cantered home next, and Weston walked in a long way behind. Run in 7min 12sec. The HURDLE RACB HANDICAP of 5 sovs each, l ft, with 30 added; winners of a Handicap Hurdle Race, after the declara- tion of the weights, 71b extra; the winner to pay 5 sovs towards expenses ; two miles, over five hurdles ; 45 subs. Baron la Motte's b li Jean du Quesne, by Corranna, aged, list 51b H. Lamplugh 1 Mr B. Land's Penelope, 6 yrs, Sst 71b Nightingale .2 Mr Davenport's br in Boadicea ( h b), 5 yrs, Sst 101b R. Sly, jun 8 Mr Gulliver's Decamp, 5 yrs, 9bt lib G. Stevens 4 Mr Thomas's br h Sluggard, 5 yrs, 9st 121b W, White 5 ago st lb Stormsail 8. .7 i Bonnets o'Blue 4.. 7 4 Fanfaronade .. 3 .7 0 Ch f by Trap- Australia .... 3. .6 12 Surrender 8. .6 10 ^ age st lb B f by Alarm out of Alicia.. 3.. 6 8 Sclireften 2.. 6 2 Schoolfellow ,. 2.. 5 IS Ch c by Wool- wich— MrsTaft2.. 5 2 PROGRAMME OF BIRMINGHAM ANNUAL STEEPLE CHASES. TUESDAY, MARCH 24.— The BIRMINGHAM GRAND ANNUAL STEEPLE CHASE HANDICAP of 10 sovs each, 3 ft, with 100 added; the second to save his stake, and the winner to pay 20 sovs towards expenses; winners of 100 sovs clear after March 14, once 71b, twice, or 300 sovs clear 101b extra; four miles - 32 subs. * age stlb Waterloo 6.. 9 7 Sting 6.. 9 7 Little Buck.... a ,9 6 The Gipsy King ( hb) 6.. 9 6 Sesame 5. .9 5 The Painter .. a.. 9 5 Evington Lass a.. 9 5 The Archduke 6. .9 S Theodine a.. 9 3 Goldfinch a.. 9 2 First of May .. 5.. 9 2 A SCURRY STEEPLE CHASE HANDICAP of 5 sovs each, l ft, with 25 added; the winner to pay 5 sovs towards expenses; two miles, Closes to- morrow (. Monday). The SUTTON STEEPLE CHASE FREE HANDICAP of 5 sovs each, with 25 added; winners of any handicap steeple chase after March 14 5lb, twice 7lb extra; the winner to be sold for 80 sovs, & c; about three miles; 7 subs. age st lb Uncle Ned ( late Brinklow)( 50) 5.. 10 5 Penelope( 20).. 6.. 10 3 Tho HUNT CUP STEEPLE CHASE STAKES of 5 sovs each, with a Silver Cup value 50 sovs added, for all horses that have been regularly hunted; list 71b each; horses never having started in any steeple (( base allowed 71b; winners 71b extra; gentlemen riders; professionals 10lb extra; the second to save his stake, and the winner to pay 10 sovs towards expenses; three miles; 16 subs. M. A., aged I Mayday, aged I Conrad, aged Freedom, aged The Pope's Bull, 5 yrs Comberford, aged Ganymede, aged I The Archduke, 6 yrs | Growland, aged jilss Agnes, aged Fearless ( h b), 5. yrs Maley ( 71b extra), aged Carbineer, aged I Sir Charles Napier, Haymaker, 6 yrs Redcap ( h b), aged I aged | age st lb Uncle Ned ( late Brinklow) .. 5.. 9 0 Sultan ( h b) .. a.. 9 0 Honeycomb .. a,. 9 ( i Miss Nutty ., 6.. 8 10 Escape ( paid) a.. 11 2 Minos ( paid)., a. .10 10 Tchernaya( h b) ( paid) a.. 9 12 Lilford( paid). . a.. 9 6 KingDan( paid) a.. 9 5 Sandboy 5 ( dead) age st lb PeterSnipe( 20) a.. 10 0 Weston ( 50 j.... 5.. 10 0 Boadicea ( 20).. 5.. 10 0 Betting : 11 to 8 on Jean du Quesne ( tk), 4 tol agst Sluggard, , 6 to 1 agst Penelope, aud 7 to l agst Boadicea. Penelope, Jean The SELLING STEEPLE CHASE STAKES of 3 sovs each, with 15 du Quesne, and Decamp jumped the first flight of hurdles op-: added; list each; the winner to be sold for 100 sovs, & c • two posite the Stand abreast, after which Penelope took up the run- miles. To close to- morrow ( Monday) evening. rSKfirS ! The first race will take place at two o'clock. The Clerk of the ranlnto ? hei: thiTd ptaS* A ® M^ PcS"^"? J^ d1 ^ se a, sures us that there will be a good supply of vehicles at to the front and took a clear lead of Penelope and Decamp, who1 e sla" lon- ...... ^^ mmmmmm. went 011 abreast, the favourite being now tailed off sO far that the layers of odds began to look unutterable things. Beforereach- ing the Star Close, however, he got upon better terms with his horses, and the lot closing in the bend of the turn, The Sluggard and Decamp gave way when fairly round it. Penelope was then left with the lead, but being joined by Jean du Quesne at the last flight of hurdles, she retained it for a short distance only, the favourite going on with the race in hand, and winning in the commonest of canters by three- quarters of a length, Boadicea finishing a bad third ; the other two were beaten a long way. Run in 4min 14sec. The STEEPLE CHASE HANDICAP of 5 sovs each, with 30 added; winners of any handicap steeple chase, after the declaration of the weights, 5lb, twice 71b extra; the winner to pay 5 sovs to- wards expenses; three miles; 35 subs. Mr Jennings's br gAldershott. byPegasus, 5yrs, 9st. G. Stevens 1 Mr Gardner's Evington Lass, aged, 9st 61b H. Lamplugh 2 Mr Deacon's Weston, 5 yrs, 9st 71b Mr Edwards 3 Mr Gardner's Freedom, 9st 131') Absolom 0 Mr Griffin ns Royalty, aged, 9st lllb Pa triei 0 Mr Land's Penelojie, 6yrs, 9st 71b B. Land, jun 0 Mr Gardner's Comet, 5yrs, 9stSlb Mr Dart 0 Betting : 5 to 4 agst Evington Lass, 4 to 1 agst Royalty, and 5 to 1 agst Penelope. This race ( which was run almost in the dark) admits of little description, being confined to the three placed after the'first half- mile. Evington Lass made nearly all the running to the last turn, when Weston and Aldershott closed with him, and the three jumped the hurdles below the distance nearly abreast, the lavoarite, who landed first, appa- rently having the race in hand ; but Lamplugh, holding his op- ponents too cheap, stopped his mare, and Stevens " shooting him" in the last fifty yards, won a slashing race with the three by a head, the favourite beating Weston by half a length. The rider of Comet broke a stirrup leather at the second fence, and went 110 further. Penelope fell at the fence into the Star Close, got loose, and galloped after the others as far as the Lammas Land, when she bolted towards her corn- bin. Royalty, lying fourth at the time, refused at the leap after the artificial at the STEEPLE CHASING. STEEPLE CHASES TO COME. MARCH. 24.— Birmingham ( 5)— The Selling Stakes to close and name March 23d. 25,— Gain& borough 25.— Llaudilo ( 2)— The Open Steeple Chase ( closed), the Llandilo t © close and name March 25th. 26.— Moreton- in- Marsh ( S)— The Frse Handicap ( closed), the Union Hunt ( closed), the Selling to close and name on the 25th March. 28.— Charlbury ( 8)— The Heythrop Hunt Cup and the Selling Stakes close and name March 26. 80.— Odiham. 7tli Queen's Own Hussars Steeple Chases ( 3)—( closed). 30.— Ilsley ( 3)— The All- age Selling to close and name March 28. 80.— Heniey- iii- Ardeh ( 2).' 30.— North Warwickshire Hunt— The Hunt Plate and the Farmers* Purse to close and name March 27. SI.— B3ckf'ord. 31.— Sedgefield, . APRIL. 2.— Grantham ( 2).— To close and name April 1st. 3.— Haydon and Allendale Hunt. Knighton ( Radnorshire). 3.— Tadcaster ( 3)— The Cup and Fanners' Stakes Close on the 25th March, the Selling April 1st. 3,4.— Windsor ( 7)— Grand Military Steeple Chase, the Hunters' Stakes Selling Steeple Chase, the Grand Military Welter, and a Sweep- stakes, to close and name March 26; the Scurry Stakes to close and name April 3, n.— La Marche ( 2)—( closed1. 8.— Newc& stle- upon- Tylie ( S)— Trie Great North of England Handicap ( closed), the Welter closes March 26th, and the Selling Stakes April 7th. 13,14.— Coventry ( 2)—' The Craven Steeple Chase ( Handicap) to close and name April 1st. IS, 1G,— Lanboidy ( 5) The Llanboidy Union Hunt Cup, and the Cymry Stakes to close and name March 30, the Cefnbraley and Tally- ho S. takes to close and name April- 13. 1C.— Nuiieaton. lfl.— Hexham— Handicap closes April 8. Stand ; and Freedom pursued a similar course so repeatedly i 16,17.— Abergavenny and Monmouthshire Hunt ( 4)— The Principality that his chance was extinguished early. Run in Smin 3sec. BETTING ON THE COUBSE. NOHTHAMPTOIfSHlRB STAKES. 9 to 2 agst St Giles, 3 yrs ( tk) | 8 to 1 agst Codringtoc, 3 vrs ( t) 5 to 1 Skirmisher, 3yrs( tk) f 30 to 1 A lamas, 3 yrs ( tk) 6 to 1 Sir Colin, 3 yrs ( off) I METROPOLITAN STAKES. 8 to 1 agst St Giles, 3 yrs, ( fat 71b ( tk). and the Open Steeplechases ( closed), the Hunt and Welter Steeple Chases to close and name April 15th. 19.— La Marehe ( 3)— The Selling Steeple Chase and Consolation Stakes close at four p. m. 1st April. 20.— Hovvden ( 3)— Howdenshire Handicap to close and name March 30, Farmers' and Tradesmen's Stakes to close and name April 13. 29.— Roihbury and Northumberland. MAY. 1.— Plymouth ( 3>- The Grand Devon and Cornwall Steeple Chase to BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON, MARCH 22, 1857. close and name March 25th, and acceptances declared April 15th, the Hunters' Stakes to close and name April 23. 5,6.— Tavistock ( 4)- The West Devon Steeple Chase Handicap to close and name April 6, and acceptances declared April 23, IRELAND. MARCH. 23.— Ballymo- e ( 3)- The Selling Stakes close March 22. 23,24.— Cashol. 25.— Irish Metropolitan.—( closed). 26.— Kilmallock ( 3)— The Abbey Stakes, the Tyro Stakes, and Welter Stakes ( close March 23). 30.— Drogheda, Meath, and Louth ( 3)— Handicap ( ciosed), Drogheda Cup ( closed), the Selling Stakes closes March 29. APRIL, 1.— Tullamore ( 3)— Handicap ( closed), weights published March 9, and acceptances declared March 19, Ballymooney Cup closes March 24, and the Selling Stakes March 24. 15, 14— Kildare Hunt ( 11)— The Hunt Plate ( closed), weights to be published March 26, and forfeits declared April S, the Corin- thian Cup ( closed), and forfeits declared April 3, the Hunt Cup, Farmers' Plate. Naas Plate, Goliah Stakes, and Welter Plate close April 1, the Scramble Plate closes April 9, and the Scurry Plate and Visitors' Purse April 13, 16.— Meath Hunt. 23,— Citizens' Club. 25.— Kilkenny Hunt ( 3). 27. 28.— Westmeath. 27,28.— Knockingin ( Gormanston). 28.— Limerick Hunt. 29.— Tuam. SO.— Skerries. „( MAY, 4.— Irish Military, 12.— Kanturk. 18.— Galway Hunt, 25,26.— Tipperary. THE GRAND MILITARY AND PYTCHLEY HUNT STEEPLE CHASES. Stewards: Major- Gen Sir H. Barnard, K. C. B.; Major- Gen Law- renson, Lieut- Col Gambier, C. B., R. H. A.; Lieut.- Col Staveley, C. B., 44th Regiment, Lieut- Col Sulivan, Scots Greys ; Lieut- Col Peel, 11th Hussars; Lient- Cul Thomas, R. A.; Major G. J. Brown, 4thLight Dragoons; CaptBathurst, Grenadier Guards; W. G. Craven, Esq, 1st Life Guards. Hon Sec: Capt George, 4th Light Dragoons. Stewards of the Hunt Chases : Viscount Althorp, Hon P. W. Villiers, and Hon C. H. Cust. FRIDAY, MARCH 20.— The entente cor dial e established in the tented fields of the Crimea between the noble soldiers of England and France, whose only emulation was to surpass each other in deeds of daring and high emprise, was renewed to- day under more auspicious circumstances and more favourable skies; and the contention of gallant steeds, which assisted in smooth- ing the wrinkled front of grim- visaged war, once more trans- ferred to the plains of merry England. These equine tourna- ments, in which fieetness would have distanced the immortal steeds of Achilles, and left the chariot of the Sun in the lurch, are to the nineteenth century in point of interest and attrac- tion what the death struggles in the lists of knights in complete panoply were to the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries. The exchange, it must be confessed, is all in favour of civilisation and humanity, though could the knights of the crusading era return to the earth at this day and be set astride one of those magni- ficent creatures of bone and sinew that on this occasion disputed p- ecedence over three miles of country, they would have found tiemselves as ill fitted to control and direct their vigour, and fteer them triumphantly to victory's goal, as the " Black Prince" of the present year of grace would be to don the weighty armour, wield the weaver's beam- like lance, and bestride the coarse Flemish chargers of chivalry. But a truce to reminiscences of the past, and comparisons of the mediaeval games with those of our own times; and, returning to the entente cordiale, begun in war and now cemented in sports, it is most gratifying to remark the generous spirit of confraternity which now impelled the directors of the Grand Military Chases to throw open the lists to their brave allies on the other side of the water. If France can boast gallant soldiers, she can also produce " crack" steeple chase liders, and the Viscount Talon ( of a family which gave a procureur- general to his country in the memorable days of the Fronde) need not fear a comparison with the most expert and daring of our own practitioners who ever entered the pig- skin. As may be imagined, therefore, the gallaut Viscount's accept- ance to compete over English ground, coupled with the fact that in the Crimea, in April last, he artistically steered the winner of Marshal Pelissier's prize for horses of all nations, as well as bearing away the palm in an English chase a few weeks previously, on the same shores, invested with no ordiuary interest the event now inviting his com- petition. It has been said that England introduces and invents— France adopts and improves, and this has been partly the case with steeple racing. Somewhat indigenous to Great Britain, it has been adopted and naturalised in Prance, where it is now cultivated with a spirit that almost threatens to take the shine out of us natives of the chilly north, although we have so long enjoyed the topmost reputation in all that pertains to horseflesh and horse management. " When the late pre- eminent chess- player De la Bourdonnais defeated M'Donnell in a match, M Victor de Mery commemorated it in a humorous poem, entitled Tine revanche - pour Waterloo-, and verily we, who fancy our- selves autocrats in such matters, must look sharply to our laurels, or we shall find another Waterloo revenged in the as- cendancy of our brilliant neighbours i » the field as well as chess. Let us hope, however, that contentions, which have so often set the two countries in arms against each other, will be confined in future to rivalry in intellectual attainments, in social pro- gress, iu all honourable pursuits, and, we may add, in sports, • which are only dishonourable when perverted. These military reunions, originally started at Northampton, wereshifted thence some dozen years since to Warwick, continued there up to the breaking out of the war in 1854, and then ceased. However, on the return of peace, no time was lost in resuming the chases, and after casting about in vain for a new scene of action, a return to the fine hunting country at Brixworth was adopted. It is partly over this line that of late years the little but no less famous Pytchley Hunt erents have been decided, and the latter being now celebrated in connection with the " Regimentals," together made up a strong card, replete with essentials for a jumping ' bout of the old sort, and free from vices incidental to the " professional" game. But the distance to the course, six miles from Northampton, was the greatest bore, rendered the more intolerable from the enormous fares demanded for even the most ricketty means of transit; and if, as we are informed, a well- adapted course was available within a few minutes' walk of the town, why could not visitors have been spared the incon- venience and extortion? We trust it was an oversight, for otherwise the arrangements were most perfect, and tested con- jointly the tact of the stewards, who, counselled by the hon sec, Capt George, have exhibited such solicitude that nothing should be wanting to instil a greater zest into their under- taking than has been shown of late years in military circles at home. Every yard of the running, as well as a magnificent panorama of plantation, woodland, and vale, was viewed from the Coventry Stand, erected on Northdale Hill. Com- mencing a little to the left of this, the line proceeded obliquely over three quick fences to the lane crossing below, the in- jump to which was dispensed with. Thence two other leaps of a similar character brought the horses to the well- known brook, the diameter and depth of which is reported time out of mind to have been pretty correctly ascertained by certaiu followers of the Pytchley Houuds. Gradually ascending from this point, and encountering somehalf dozen obstacles in the hedge and ditch way, the Cottisbrook Park pastures were next reached on the far eminence, on which a gentle curve, over two flights of posts and rails, & c, brought the competitors in the direction homewards, and the first part of the line described being re entered three meadows above the water ( in which, by the by © , owing to the Slippery state of the sides, many of the gallant riders " joined the cold stream") the latter was recrossed, and so on to the start- ing field. Here a staked and roped course, well kept by a body of police, afforded an admirable finish. The use of the land, all pasture, was liberally ceded by that spirited patron of field sports, Herbert Langham, Esq, and the leaps, nearly thirty, afforded every opportunity to test the qualities of a hunter. In " laying out," and generally setting the field in order, valuable assistance was rendered by Messrs T. Marshall, jun, andG. Clark, upon whom the actual labour fell; the former, as usual, kindly giving assistance to the press and those having business to traiisact. In return for the 50 sovs contributed by the Northamptonian lieges to the Military Chase, the committee of the latter presented a silver tea service for the winner of the Farmers' Chase, which, iu consequence, obtained upwards of a score of nominations, all intent, as it was facetiously termed, to have " a shy for the teapot," and though subsequently a little scratching did occur, enough in all conscience remained for a merry scramble or a slashing race. Most of the speculators from Warwick dropped down by 7: 45 p. m. on Thursday, up to which hour the weather was very unpropitious. Other arrivals there were few and far between, those amongst the most dis- tinguished in town over- night being the Viscount Talon and the Due de Grammont. Active preparations for a brilliant gather- ing now hinged on the day, as related to propitious skies, proving brilliant also. This, unhappily, was denied, as the morning of Friday brought with it a miserable south- easter, ac- companied with gloom and driving rain. Dreary, conse- quently, as was the pilgrimage to Brix worth, it did not deter the early march of thousands of pedestrians, troops of horsemen, and miles of dashing equipages, whose occupants, together with the unsheltered portion of the company, bore up against the unwelcome visitation with pluck demonstrative of the old Dutchman's maxim, " He vich is wise never grumples nor crie3." The rain, however, ceased just before the sports com- menced, and the only interruptions afterwards to a delightful afternoon, were a strong wind and an abundance of dirt. Time and limits admit of scarcely a remark upon the performances detailed below as fully as possible, taking into account the disadvantages under which our report was concluded. Suffice it, therefore, to mention that the Chase in which the chief interest was centred was won by Horniblow, Windsor, whilst lying in front, having put out an excellent chance through falling half a mile from home. Amongst the principal company on the ground were his Royal Highness the Duke of Cambridge, Lord Althorp, Lord Cardigan, Lord Strathmore, Count Talon, General Laurenson, Sir George Wombwell, the Hon P. Villiers, & c, & c. The reasons above stated prevent our giving an extended list of the company, or of chronicling this week the proceedings at the banquet, which crowned the festivities in the evening at " head- quarters," the George Hotel, Northampton. In conclu- sion. our thanks are tendered to Capt George for his courtesy to our reporter, the perseverance of that gallant gentleman having obtained larger subscriptions ou this occasion thanhas ever been collected for any former Grand Military Steeple Chases. The FARMERS' STEEPLE CHASE of 2 sovs each, with 100 sovs and a silver tearservico added, for horses the property of, and to be ridden by farmers, & c; the second to receive 10 sovs, and the third 5 sovs, and the winner to pay 10 sovs towards expenses ; about three miles; 21 subs. Mr C. Hewett's b g Acorn, 5 yrs, list 41b Owner 1 Mr Daniels's ch g The Rector, aged, 12st Mr Norton 2 Mr C. H. Kirby's b m Countess of Elgin, 6 yrs, 12st. Mr Kirby S Mr Shearman's ch g Ajax, aged, 12st ( carried 12st 81b).. O- vner 0 Mr W. Robinson's b g Rocket, aged, 12st .. Mr Montgomery 0 Mr J. C. Warden's b g British Yeoman, 5 yrs, list 4ib. MrLeat 0 Mr G. Jackson's br g Harry Lorrequer, aged, 12st Owner 0 Mr T. Smith's bk m Gazelle, 6 yrs, 12st Mr Smith 0 Mr J. T. Smith's b h Extnoor, 5 yrs, list 41b .... Mr J ohnson 0 Mr Clark's ch g Speculation, aged, list Mr Wilkinson 0 Mr R. Hipwell's br g The Little Sailor, 6 yrs, l- 2at Mr Hipwell, jun 0 Mr Daniels's b g Leek. 6 yrs, 12st MrTopham 0 Mr Daniels's br g Little Buck, aged, 12st Mr Bennett 0 Mr Sargeant's ch m The Lurcher, aged. 12st Owner 0 Mr Brookes's br g Sesame, 5 yrs, list 41b Mr F. Lotau 0 Mr Jenaway's br m Village Lass, 6 yrs, 12st Mr Vaughan 0 Mr C. Hewett's ch g Longbow, 5 yrs, 11st 41b Owner 0 No betting. The lot were despatched in tolerably good order. At the first attempt, Village Lass, Little Sailor, ' and Speculation showing in advance, the ruck headed by Little Buck, The Rec- tor, and Acorn, scattered widely apart, with Harry Lorrequer, who gat badly off, at the 4 extreme tail. Casualties began by Little Buck falling at th< s grip going out, a regular scramble en- suing at the broolt, by which several refused, fell, and went no further. The Rector then took up the running, and was followed round the far turning flag, by Countess of Elgin, this pair being a good fieid ahead of Speculation, Acorn, and British Yeoman, who travelled on next. The leaders closed and cannoned at the last hedge but one, where The Rector was thrown out, and the mare took the command. She, however, only went on to the succeeding obstacle, when she came down, and The Rector, having quickly recovered himself, was again left in the front. From this point to the starting enclosure, Acorn began to draw upon the leader, who tired at every stride, caught and passed at the half distance, and won easily by two lengths. Countess of Elgin was a bad third, Speculation fifth, Ajax sixth, British Yeoman, Village Lass, and Harry Lorrequer being all of the field that cantered in next. A SWEEPSTAKES of 10 sovs each, h ft, with 150 added, for horses bona fide and unconditionally the property of officers en full pay of the army; 12st each; winners of a steeple chase or hurdle race of the value of 50 sovs 5lb, twice 50 or 100 101b, 200 14lb, 300 211b extra; to be ridden by officers on full pay of the army; the second to save his stake, and receive 20 sovs; any officer who has not ridden a steeple chase or hurdle race allowed 5lb; the winner to stand six dozen - of champagne; three miles; 16 subs. Lieut Blundell's ( Rifle Brigade) b g Horniblow, by Protestant, 12st' Owner 1 Lieut Coates's ( 7th Hussars) bk g Massa Mungo, 12st Capt Severn 2 Capt F. Morgan's ( Rifle Brigade) b g Veluti, 12st 51b ( including 51b extra) Owner 3 Mr W„ G. Craven's ( 1st Life Gds) Xantbus, 12st.... Mr Wilkin 0 CagtBaker's( 12tli Lancers) bgAquamarine, list 91b.... Owner 0 Lfeut C, Stanflirti'e ( 7th Hussars) br g Gentle, ltet,,,, Owner Q Lieut Handley's ( Scots Greys) ch g Beware, 12st 51b ( inc 51b extra) CaptTownley 0 Viscount Talon's ( Chasseurs d'Afrique) b h Windsor, aged. 12st Owner 0 Major Brown's ( 4th Lt Drags) b g Larrv, 12st Capt Ellis 0 Lieut Anderson's ( K. D. Gds) br g The Farmer, list.... Owner 0 Major Jennings's ( l'jth Rest), br g King Dan, 12st 51b ( including 51b extra) Capt Barclay 0 Lieut Hunt's ( 4th Lt Drags) b g Sultan, 12at Owner 0 Lieut Hav's ( 5th Drag Gds) b g Taffy, 12st .... Sir W. Gordon ; Betting: 6 to 1 each agst Massa Mungo, Veluti, Xanfchus, and Aquamarine, 7 to 1 agst King Dan, and 8 to 1 agst Horni- blow. Veluti went away with a, commanding lead, succeeded, in a cluster, by Horniblow, King Dan, Massa Mungo, Beware, and Gentle; The Sultan, Xanthus, and Windsor composed the next lot; and after them came Larry, The Farmer, Aquamarine, and Taffy. In this order they reached the brook, at which Xanthus overreached himself, The Farmer and another tumbling into it. Veluti's lead was undiminished until after rounding the turning- flag, when King Dan took second place, Gentle and Massa Mungo being the next two, with The Sultan, Horni- blow, and Windsor at their heels. Descending for the water, Windsor went up to Veluti, and cleared the ob- stacle at his girths, but fell ou landing. Thence Horni- blow and Massa Mungo became the followers of Veluti to the road, when the former obtained the lead, waited on by the pair ( nothing else being near) to the fence into the winning enclosure, which Horniblow jumped a trifle in advance, and drawing away at every stride afterwards^ won cleverly by two lengths ; Veluti, who was passed by Massa Mungo, about fifty yards from the chair, finishing about as far from the second. At a long interval, The Sultan was fourth, Xanthus, Gentle, and King Dan walking in next, the latter having gone on a good fourth to the road, where he was beaten, and so gave way to the others. Taffy fell at the last fence but one, and broke his back, at which point Beware was stopped and with Windsor, returned home by a shorter route. Run in 8min 12sec. Value of the stakes, clear of deductions, 243 sovs. The GRAND MILITARY GOLD CUP, value 100 sovs, added to a sweepstakes of 10 sovs each, h ft, for horses bonfl, fide the pro- perty of officers on full pay of the army; list each , winners of a steeple chase or hurdle race 71b, of 50 sovs, or of two steeple chases or hurdle races, or of a Grand Military, within the three previous years 101b extra; the winner to be sold for 100 sovs, & c ; the winner to pay 10 sovs towards expenses ; three miles; 13 subs. W. G. Craven's, Esq ( 1st Life Gds) Johnny Raw, list 71b Capt Barclay 1 Lieut Dav's ( 66th Hegt) b g The Despised, list ( carried list 81b) Sir W. Gordon , 2 Lieut- Col Mundy's ( Roy Art) gr g Pat Mauley, llst. Mr Morgan S Lieut Coates's ( 7th Hussars) bk m Black Bess, list.. Mr Cundy 4 Capt Baker's () 2th Lancers) b g Billy, list 71b ( including 71b extra) Owner 0 Lieut Hay ( 5th Drag Gds) ns chg NorthBritisher. llst. MrHay 0 LieutWiikin's( Uth Hussars) chg The Bishop, list51b Owner 0 Lieut Townley ( A. D. C.) b li The Huntsman, list Owner 0 Lieut Hunt's ( 4th Lt Drags) br g Fearless, 11st Mr Hunt 0 Betting: 4 to 1 agst Johnny Raw, 5 to 1 each agst The De- spised and The Huntsman, and 6 to 1 agist Fearless. Black Bess made the running at a strong pace, with Johnny Raw in close attendance. On going out at the water jump, the lot got well over with the exception of North Britisher, The Huntsman, and Fearless, all of whom fell. Black Bess maintained the lead for about a mile, when Johnny Raw ( most artistically ridden) went in advance, and won in a common canter by six lengths. A very bad third and fourth. The WELTER STAKES of 10 sovs each, h ft, with 100 added, for horses bona fide the property of officers ou full pay of the army ; 13st 71b eaeh ; winners of a steeple chase or hurdle race of the value of 100 sovs 71b, of two lllb extra ; the winner to pay 10 sovs towards expenses ; three miles ; 9 subs. Lieut Blundell's ( Rifle Brigade) b g Horniblow, 14st ( including 71b extra) Owner 1 Lieut Hunt's ( 4th Lt Drags) ch g Sir Charles Napier, 18st 71b Cornet Ellis 2 Lieut Anderson's ( K. D. Gds) b g The Farmer, 13st 71b.. Owner 3 Capt Baker's ( 12th Lancers) b g Aquamarine, 13st 71b.. Owner 0 Betting: Even on Horinbiow and7to' 4 agst Sir Charles Napier. The Farmer made the whole of the running for upwards of two miles, when Horniblow obtained a slight lead, which he main- tained to the end and won cleverly by a length, thus carrying off two of the principal races of the meeting. Both Horuiblow and The Farmer were admirably ridden in both races; but the latter, who looks the beau ideal of a hunter, and i3 one of the finest fencers we ever saw, struck us as if he had been indulged with a " home preparation" instead of being sent to the post out of a trainer's hands. The FARMERS' and TRADESMEN'S STEEPLE CHASE of 2 sovs each, with 40 added, for horses the property of farmers, & c; winners of any steeple chase of the value of 50 sovs 71b, of more than 50 10lb extra; about three miles; 11 subs. Mr Tresham's d m Miss Knight, aged, ISst Mr F. Lotan 1 Mr Jackson's ch g Veterinary, aged, ISst Mr Norton 2 Mr Dickins's ch g Oakball, aged, 13st Owner 0 Mr C. Heweit's br g Vulcan, 5 yrs, 12st 41b Owner 0 Mr J. T. Smith's ch g The Colonel, aged, I3st.. Mr Donaldson 0 Mr W. Porter's b m Repository, aged, Kist Mr Chapman 0 Mr Sargeant's b m Katey, aged, 13st 101b ( including 101b extra) Owner 0 Mr T. Smith's ch m Bonny Bell, 5 yrs, 12st 41b ( car 13st21b) .... Owner 0 Betting; 2 to 1 » gst Veterinary and 4 to 1 agst Miss Knight. Katey cut out the work to the brook, which she refused, and Miss Knight, followed by Oakball, took up the running. The latter showed in advance for a short distance when round the extreme turning point, but soon afterwards disappeared, where- upon Veterinary drew into second place, but never approached the mare, who won in a canter by two lengths; nothing else near. The VETERAN STAKES of 10 sovs each, h ft, with 40 added, for horses bona fide the property of officers on half pay, or who have retired from the service; to be ridden by the same; 12str 71b each; the winner to pay 10 sovs towards expenses; three miles; 3 subs. Capt E. R. King's ch g Don Quixote, 12st 71b Owne r 1 Capt Durant's Cotton- spinner, 12st 71b Capt Crymes 0 No betting: Cotton- spinner tumbled at the water j ump going out, went no further, and Don Quixote cautered in by himself. LATEST BETTING. NOBTHAMPTOXSHIBE STAKES. 8 to 1 agst Adamas ( tk freely). HAVERFORDWEST STEEPLE CHASES. Stewards: G, L. Phillips and D. Ackland, Esquires. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18.— This meeting, which last year promised to equal, if not surpass, anything in Cambria's country, has again dwindled back into the old one day's sport, with only a " fifty" and " twenty" added, neither of which sums attracted a good field of horses or the brilliant assemblage of company that the well conducted, time- honoured Carmarthen- shire " carnival" did last month. " A week" was fully antici- pated by " the town" of Haverfordwest, prettily situated as it is, with easy access by steain from all parts, but a change in the stewardscaused theabandonmentofthe week, which wouldother- wise have doubtless gone off with much eclat. Glad are we, how- ever, to be abls to state that a committee of good men and true is formed, and a most liberal subscription entered into : so that it is fully determined to have such a meeting iu 1858 as will not only be creditable to the county, but worthy the notice of owners of horses and the pat ronage of the public. We are glad to hear that Aberystwith also intends to increase the value of the stakes there, and wetake thisopportunity of recommending the three meetings — Aberystwith, Carmarthen, and Haverfordwest, to arrange next season that they shall follow each other at such intervals as will induce the owners of horses coming from the sister countries to remain for them all. This ought to be the case, and if adver- tised in due time, we are satisfied that it would ensure a success- ful meeting at each place, and bring together larger fields of horses than have ever met in Wales. Of speculation on the pre- sent event there was none, when on Tuesday night the secret oozed out that The Victim ( who had beea backed freely against anything when the handicap appeared) was not going, and had not been able to have a gallop since he won the Carmarthenshire Open, carrying the top weight of 12st; in addition to which the non- arrival of the Old Screw and Tom Tinker rendered it doubtful whether there would be a race at all, Meaney being unable to come over from Ireland to ride Roselia, and Nightshade and Arthur being reported lame. The old horse, St David, it will be seen, therefore, had it all his own way. The course, near Tiers Cross, was the same as that run over the year before last. A HANDICAP of 5 sovs each, 2 ft, with 50 added; the second to save his stake; over about four miles of country ; 7 subs. Mr Powell's br h St David, by Ballinkeele ( h b), aged, list21b .: .... I. Rees 1 Mr A. L. Phillips's b g Arthur, 9st 121b Owner 2 Mr Lort Phillips's b m Nightshade, lOst Mathers 0 Mr Davis's b m Roselia, 5 yrs, 9st 101b ....., ... A groom 0 • Arthur jumped off with the lead, followed by Nightshade and St David, Roselia waiting in the rear, where her rider seemed determiiied to keep her, for, although she made no mistake, she never improved her position throughout the race. At the third fence Nightshade came down, but was soon at work again, and showed her improved condition by catching her horses, and taking the lead from St David. At the second fence from home the pace mended, and the three leaders raced for the last fence, St David landing first into the winning field, with Arthur and Nightshade close together, a good set- to resulting in the victory of the old horse by half a dozen lengths, Arthur beating Night- shade for second money. A HANDICAP of 3 sovs, with 20 added, 1ft, for horses that have been regularly hunted with any pack of foxhounds in Wales this season, and that have never won 40 sovs; the second to save his stake; over about three miles of country; 5 subs. Mr A. L. Phillips's b g Arthur, aged, lOst 101b Owner 1 Mr Douglas's ch g Wideawake, aged, LOst 7lb T. Davies 2 Mr Lewis's b m Miss Bolton, aged, lOst 71b Mr James 8 Mr Lort Phillips's b m Violet, 6 yrs, lOst 101b Mathews 0 Mr Lye's b m Lady Charlotte, 6 yrs, lOst 71b A groom 0 The lot started at a capital pace, Miss Bolton making strong running, with Wideawake and Arthur in close attendance. Violet, who was lame at starting, after repeated refusals was stopped, and Lady Charlotte's rider, evidently not liking bis mount, took a strong pull at every fence. A capital race even- tually resulted in favour of Arthur by three lengths. Capt Burke was detained on board the steamer, and did not arrive in time to start his horses. HORNCASTLE STEEPLE CHASES. THURSDAY, MARCH 19.— These events went off with consi- derable success, notwithstanding a drizzling rain fell through- out the day. The ground was most unexceptionable, being betweei^ Jhe villages of Marcham, Toyuton, and Sera field, in a magnificent valley, so well known to the frequenters of the Lincolnshire Wolds, and from the high ground a view of the whole course could be commanded. Some of the fences were of a trying nature, particularly two or three in one of Mundy's fields, io whom, as well as to Messrs A. J. Gilliat and Aisthorpe, thanks are due for granting the use of their lands and co- operating so zealously with the stewards, through whose un- tiring exertions the utmost order was maintained, and the ar- rangements altogether reflected the greatest credit upon them, especially the veteran senior, Mr T. Grantham, who had a very able coadjutor in Mr G. W. Tinley. Punctuality, likewise, was the order of the day. The sport came off as follows :— The FOXHUNTERS' STAKES of 3 sovs each, with 50 added, for horses that have been hunted regularly in the South Wold, Brocklesby, or Burton hunts, belonging to, and bona ; fide the property of persons residing within the limits of the said hunts, three months previous to the time of entry; 10 subs. Mr Wright's br g Hindoo, by Hindoo. 5 yrs, 12st 71b. Mr Welfit 1 Mr Green's br m Lady Margaret, aged, 12* t 101b . Mr Walker 2 Mr R. Grantham's b g Liverpool Boy, 6 yrs, 12stl01b. Mr Marsh 8 Mr Colton's b g Eagle, aged, 12st Mr Howsam 0 Mr S. H. Kemp's ch g Tearaway, 5 yrs, list 71b... Mr Hardman 0 Mr Bird's gr g Bendigo, 6 yrs, 12st 101b Mr Pears 0 Mr Smith's chg Quaker, aged, 12st Owner 0 Mr Young's ch g Swindler, 6 yrs, 12st Mr Oliver 0 This race was well contested throughout, Hindoo who took the lead, and maintained it throughout, winning by half a length. Run in ll^ min. The TRADESMEN'S STAKES of 2 sovs each, with 30 added, for horses that have never won a steeple race previous to the June of starting; the second horse to receive 4 sovs, the third to save his stake, and the winner to pay 2 sovs towards ex- penses ; weights and conditions same as Hunters' Stakes; for maiden horses; five horses to start, or the public money will not be given; ages to be taken from the 1st of May; over about three miles of country ; 7 subs. Mr Mottram'sbr gErin- go- Bragh, aged, 12st Mr Banks Mr Welfitt's b g Curragh, aged, 12st Mr Welfitt Mr S. J. Welfitt's br g Commissioner, aged, 12st Mr Trought's br g Aggravator, aged, 12st Mr Marsh Mr Grantham's br g Chingford, aged, 12st Mr Barker Mr Brown's b m Spoon- and- help- herself, aged, 12st MrWalker This race was won in clever style by Erin- go- Bragh, Curragh being a good second. Chingford refused his fences soon after starting; and his rider, after vaiu attempts, was forced to yield to his temper. At the last fence but one, Aggravator being fairly exhausted, fell with his rider into a deep ditch, but he fortunately escaped without injury. ; noon having dispelled the mists that hung over old Ben Heder, ' the rail and road to the course soon swarmed with holiday folk, bedecked with the " shamrock green," and bent on a day's " devarshon" iu honour of Ireland's patron saint. A well- filled card promised a good day's sport, which was, however, not quite realised, all the races, except the Corinthian Plate, being won rather easily, terminating in eaoh instance iu the success of the favourite, for, although the offers against Dunmurry iu the leap race were only 7 to 4, Vine had the strongest party at a shade over 2 to 1. The handicapping of this event was very justly complained of, and hence, out of twenty- seven horses originally weighted, only eleven accepted, and two of those— Old Screw and The Disowned— without their owner having seen, the weights. It was all along looked upou as a " foregone conclusion" for either Dunmurry or Vine, and its termination in favour of the latter gave universal satisfaction, as she had been purchased a t the sporting price, for so small an animal, of 150 guineas, by the Marquis of Conyngham, about a month since, and while the weights wore yet in embryo. The mare was brought out in beautiful form by Mr Murphy, and was well and steadily ridden by Noonan. Though not what could be called a " fair hunting country," there was plenty of jumping, the obstruc- tions numbering nineteen, including ditches, walls, double posts and rails, hurdles, & c. The flat races exhibited a very in- different lot of animals, as must be admitted when Gamekeeper, after all the knocking about he has had since the days of his youth, on the English side of the Channel, could reappear on his native turf, and, with the steadying weight of 9st 81b, knock down a field of horses for a Trial Plate. Sirocco, too, had it all his own way for the Maiden Plate; the best race of the day being for the Corinthian Plate, won by The Duchess of Alba, an own sister to Eugenia, which, extending to three heats, brought the meeting to a rather late termination. Among the fashionable company present were the Marquis of Conynghatn, the Earl of Howth, the Viscount St Lawrence, Lord Russborough, the Hon King Harmar:, Sir Thomas and Lady Gresley, Sir Edward Ken- nedy, Bart; Colonel Sir James Chatterton, Captain Sir William Gordon, 17th Lancers; Sir E. Power, Bart; Colonel Udney, A. D. C.; Majors Carlyon, Bagot, Dickson, and Forster, A. D. C.; Captains Preston Prayer, Bernard, Campbell, Coddington, French, and Boyce; " Messrs Courtenay, Maxwell, Lowry, Bal- four, Murphy, Garnett, E. J. Irwin, O'Reilly, Edgeworth, Knipe, Newcomen, Smith, Kennedy, & c. The MAIDEN PLATE of 50 sovs, added to a Sweepstakes of 6 sovs each, h ft; mile and a half; 7 subs. Mr Maxwell's eh c Sirocco, by Simoom, 4 yrs, 8st 61b. J. Wynne 1 Mr E. J. Irwin's ch f Malay, 4 yrs, 8st 111b Brodrick 2 Mr G. Taylor's b f by Don John, 3yrs, 6st 81b Moyston 0 Mr Harrison's br f Stormy Petrel, 3 yrs, 6st 111b Percy 0 Lord Conyngliam's b f Foss, S yrs, 6st 111b M'Neruy 0 Betting : 6 to 5 ou Sirocco, and 5 to 2 agst any other. Sirocco took the lead the moment the flag fell, held it throughout, and defeating Malay's effort nearly a distance from homo, won, hard held, by three parts of a length ; the others beaten off. The GRAND METROPOLITAN STEEPLE CHASE, a Free Handicap of 5 sovs each, 2 ft in case of acceptances, with 100 added; winner of any race after the publication of the weights Clb, two or more 10! b extra ; gentlemen riders, qualified as for the Corinthians, allowed 5lb; the second to save his stake, and the winner to pay 10 sovs to the fund; about three miles; 11 subs. Lord Conyngliam's ch f Vine, by Old Port ( h b), 4 yrs, 9st 121b Noonan 1 Mr Byrne's ch g Ringleader, 6 yrs, 10st41b Fanning 2 Mr M'Auly's b g Louth, aged, lOst 61b. Hanlon 3 Mr Murray's br g Escape, aged, lOst 61b Hyland 4 Mr E. J. Irwin's b h Dunmurry, 5 yrs, lOst 61b D. Meany 0 Captain Campbell's b g General Evans, aged, Hist .. M'Donald 0 Betting : 7 to 4 agst Dunmurry, 5 to 2 agst Vine, 9 to 2 agst Louth, 5 to 1 each agst Ringleader and Escape, and 8 to 1 agst General Evans. Ringleader took the lead, followed by Escape and Dunmurry to the artificial batik, near the Stapoline Gate, which the latter toed, and rolling over, took little further part in the race, General Evans's chance being extinguished immediately afterwards by his refusing. Mean- while, Ringleader carried on the running to within half a mile of home, when Vine reached him, and depriving him of the lead at the last turn, won easily by nearly two lengths, Louth finishing a bad third, with Escape next. The TRIAL PLATE of 60 sovs ; once round ; 11 subs. Mr Neweomen's b h Gamekeeper, by Birdcatcher, 6 yrs, 9st S'. b J. Wynne 1 Lord Howth's br c Alfred, 1 yrs, 8st 71b Conolly 2 Mr Bergin's b m Empress, 5 yrs, 8st 61b Percy 3 Lord Conyngham's ch t Mocking Bird, 3 yrs, 6st 91b. M'Nerny 0 Mr G. Taylor's ch h The Surgeon General, 6 yrs, 9st Sib Doran 0 Mr G. Taylor's b f by Don John, 3 yrs. 6st 41b Moyston G Mr Doyle's b c Piccaninny, 4 yrs, 8st 71b D. Wynne 0 Mr Edgeworth's ch m Cora, aged, 8st 71b M. Keegan 0 Betting : 6 to 4 agst Alfred, 2 to 1 agst and 4 to 1 agst Mock- ing Bird. The Surgeon General was very restive at the post, and after occasioning several false starts, was at last got off some 30 yards behind everything. The race was entirely confined to Alfred and Gamekeeper, the latter waiting and winning tolerably easy by nearly a length, The Empress a shocking bad third. The CORINTHIAN PLATE of 40 sovs, for horses that never started for any race value 50 sovs ridden by jockeys; heats, one mile and a half. Mr E. J. Irwin's ch f The Dachess of Alba, by Harkaway out of Eugenia's dam, 4 yrs, list 41b Mr W. Long 3 11 Mr Piele Hoysted's gr m The Arab Maid ( H b), 5 yrs, 10st'l21b ( 50 SQVS) Capt Preston 1 2 dr Lord Howth's b f Mendicity, by Wind- fallout of Simon Pure's dam, 3 yrs, 9. st41b . Mr W. Kennedy 2 dr First heat: Betting— Even on The Arab Maid, and 5 to 2 agst The Duchess. Won cleverly.— SecGnd heat: 3 to 1 on the Maid, who made the running, but was caught in the last few strides by The Duchess of Alba, who won by a head.— Third heat: The Arab Maid was drawn, and The Duchess of Alba walked over. EEUFF STEEPLE CHASES ( CO LIMERICK). MONDAY, MARCH< 16.— A SWEEPTAKES of 4 sovs each, with 25 added ; weight for age ; heats, mile and a half. » Mr Canny's ch g Andy, aged Mr D. Canny 1 1 Mr Manning's br g Pick- me- up, 6 yrs Noble 2 2 Mr Sands's gr f Grey Jane, 4 yrs Debeau dis Mr Synans's br f Little Dorrit, 4 yrs J. Meany dis Mr Smythe's b h Rockspun, 4 yrs A boy dis Little Dorrit jumped away with the lead, followed by Andy, Rockspun, Grey Jane, and Pick- me- up in the order named. At the first fence Rocksputi fell, and baulking the second, was not persevered with. Andy passed Little Dorrit at the second fence, and took up the running. About half- way round the course Grey Jane went into the second place. No other change oc- curred until the second last fence coming homo, which Grey Jane chested, and sent Debeau a summersault into the next field. Little Dorrit, " dead beat," now came at it, and tumbled head- long into the drain at t'other side. Andy, who could not be " picked up" by any means, cantered in an easy winner. Second heat: Andy went off with the lead, was never headed, and won, hard held, by several lengths. The FARMERS' RACE -, list each. Mr Rawley's ch m i 13 1 Mr Clifford's b g 8 10 Mr Holmes's gr h 2 2 2 Three others also ran. This race was a most amusing one. In the third heat the jock of the b g went faster over a fence than the animal he was riding. In the next field there was a turn- post ; the ch m and gr h met by some means when turning it, cannoned, and each rider fell off. It was most ridiculous to see the " trio" sprawling on the ground together. COURSING. MORETON- IN- MAESH STEEPLE CHASES. Acceptances for the FREE HANDICAP. age st lb I age st lb I age st lb . lanus a.. 11 4 Diana a.. 10 8 Cupbearer .... a.. 10 2 The Painter .. a.. 10 10 I Waterloo .... a.. 10 41 Fanny Kay.... a.. 9 11 The highest weight accepting being lOst 121b, it is raised to list 41b, and the others in proportion. Entries for the UNION HUNT RACE. Terrific Massa Mungo Man Friday Ganymede Life Preserver Heliotrepe Deceiver Soho IBellman Jack Barber Britannia Miss Agnes' NEWCASTLE- UPON- TYNE STEEPLE CHASES. The NEWCASTLE- UPON- TYNE STEEPLE CHASE HANDICAP of 5 sovs each, with 100 added; about three miles and a half; 15 subs. age st lb Tom Gurney ( hb) a.. 12 0 LittleBob ( hb). a.. 11 11 Dangerous ( hb) a.. 11 9 Squire of Ben- sham ( hb). . a. .11 8 age st lb The Forest Queen a.. 11 8 Fanny W ynne. a.. 11 2 Rifleman ( hb). a.. 10 11 Ingomar( hb).. a., 10 9 Phaedra ( h b).. 5.. 10 8 Leda ( h b) .... a.. 10 4 age stlb Old Garriek ( late Shertz). a.. l0 4 Cahirmee ( hb). a.. 10 3 Twilight 5.. 10 0 BlancheChb).. a.. 10 0 Gay lad ( h b) .. a. ,10 0 st lb The Painter 11 7 Evington Lass .. 11 1 Horniblow 11 1 Waterloo 10 13 CHARLBURY STEEPLE CHASES. Acceptances for the FREE HANDICAP. st lb Miss Agnes 10 ~ " ID. ......... 10 Stringhalt 10 2 st lb Bellman 10 13 Kibnorth Lass .. 10 9 Freedom 10 7 Soho 10 7 . The highest weight accepting being lOst 121b, it has been raised to list 71b, and the rest in proportion. WINDSOR STEEPLE CHASE. Weights for the GRAND HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE. age st lb age st lb ' Minerva ( h b)., a.. 12 0 British Yeo- Tom Gurney man a . 11 0 ( h b) a.. 11 13 Hopeless Star.. a.. 10 12 --— - " " Liberator .... a. .10 9 Waterloo a.. 10 9 The Wizard .. a.. 10 9 JUDGE. MEETING. Mr Nightingale . SS & fcl days COURSING FIXTURES FOR 1857. MARCH. PLACE. COUNTS'. Biggar. Lanarkshire .... North Union ( Antrim)., Ireland APRIL. Spiddal Meath ( Ireland).. Killady Hill Ireland Wexford Ireland Limericfc Ireland MAY. Wexford ( Open) Ireland SEPTEMBER. Biggar ( S t Leger, & c).. Lanarkshire .... Mr Nightingale.. 30 & fol. dayB OCTOBER. Wiltshire ( Auiesbury) Champion Altcar Club Lancashire NOVEMBER, Newmarket Champion, Cambridgeshire., Mr M'George. A aViPii. l. ^ Virtm- Mr Owens Mr Owens . Mr Hawkes. Mr Owens , Mr Owens , Mr Owens . .. 25 .. 1, & .. 7 .. 16 .. 21,22 .. 6,7 .25,2 Ashdown Park Cham- pion . Berkshire... 2 & foldays 16& fol. daye CALEDONIAN CLUB OPEN SPRING MEETING-( CONCLUDED). MARCH 12, 13, & 14I. Stewards: A. Graham, J. Gibson, W. Sharpe, J. Danlop, J. L. Ewin", and R. Paterson, Esqs. Judge: Mr Boulton. Slipper: Mr J. White. Hon Sec: G. Blanshard, Esq. The CALEDONIAN CUP, for all- ajpd greyhounds; entrance, £ 510s. Mr J. Dunlop's bd w d St Patrick, by Wigan out of Forest Queen, beat Mr J. Gibson's r w d Rover, by Sam out of Sybil Mr Birrel's f b Busybody, by Abd el Kader out of Beeswing, beat Mr W. Bailc- y, jun's, bk t b Nancy, by Peruvian out of Nnomi Mr G. Steel's f d Staunton, by Guy Mannering out of Jenny, beat Mr G. A. Thompson's r d Knight of St George, by The Nutman out of Bessie ( 1) Mr Gibson's bk d Jacobite, by Bedlamite out of Flounce, beat Mr J. Campbell's bd b Cohowarra, by Japhet out of Bonnie Bee Mr J. Gibson ns bd w d St Arnaua, by Sam out of Bessie Bell, beat Mr Paterson's r d Sailor Boy, by Japhet out of Barbara MrG. S. Duncan's bk d Tam O'Shanter, by Uptake out of Drift, beat Mr Gordon's be b Glieisk, by Glenvarloch out of Geraldine Mr J. Stenhouse's r d Ben, by Hughie Graham out of Security, beat Mr A. Graham's bd d The Imperial Prince, by Exhibitor out of Sister to Coupd'Etat Mr J. Campbell's bk d Coomerango, by Game Chicken out of Qn. of the Tyne, bt Mr Thompson ns w i' cl Liddell. by Dusty Miller out of Lady Mr G. A. Thompson's bd w b Titmouse, by The Nutman out of Merry bird, beat Mr A. Graham's r b Imperial Visit, by Guy Mannering out of Blooming Heather Mr J. Taylor ns bk b Miss Anna, by Bedlamite out of Calypso, beat Mr W. Sharpe ns bk b Lizzie, by Sam out of Syringa( l) Mr J. Taylor ns w d Hussar, by Fyson out of The Pullet, beat Mr G S. Duncan's r b Ruby, by Harkaru out of Croxteth Mr W. Sharpe ns r d Norman Huuter, by Hughie Graham out of Wicked Eye, beat Mr J. Dunlop's bk b Maid of Liucoln, by Field Marshal out of Magic II. Busybody beat St Patrick I Staunton beat Jacobite I Tarn O'Shanter beat St Arnaud I lit. Busybody beat Staunton Titmouse beat Tam o' Shanter I IV. Busybody beat Coomerango, when Mr G. A. Thompson's Titmouse, by The Nutman out of Merry Bird, and Mr Birrel's Busybody, by Abd el Kader out of Beeswing, divided the stakes. The CAEMTCHA'EI, STAKES, for dog puppies of 1855, the bona fide pro- perty of members of the Caledonian Coursing Club; entrance, £ 310s. Mr G. A. Thompson's f Treasurer, by Telemaclius out of Governess, beat Mr W. Bailey ns r Benledi, by Ben Lomond out of Nettie Mr J. Dunlop's w f Dundonald, by Glenvarlock out of Forest Qaeen, beat Mr J. Gibson's bk Mussahib, by Mahout out of Moeris Mr G. A. Thompson's w f Tearaway, by Telemaclius out of Governess, beat Mr J. Dunlop's be b Glengarnock, by Glenvarloch out of Forest Queen' 1) Mr Blackie's r Captain, by Harkaru out of Croxtcth, beat Mr Paterson's r Pathfinder, by Japhet out of Barbara ( I) Mr G. Steel's f Slethet, by Borderer out of Nancy, beat Mr J. Campbell's bk Claymore ( late Superstition), by Gipsy Prince out of Cinderella Mr W. Sharpe's w f Lord Reoch, by Hughie Graham out of Ben's Bash- ful, beat Mr J. Gibson's w bd Gunner, by Japhet out of Pruth Mr J. Dunlop's vv bk Drutnclog, by Glenvarloch out of Forest Queen, beat Mr G. Steel's be Sandy Scott, by Borderer out of Nancy Mr W. Bailey ns w Botherem, by Puzzler out of Surety, beat Mr J. L. Ewing's r Lobster, by Wigan out of Lola Montes Mr J. L. Ewing's bk Invermay, by Entry Money out of Jessamine, be Mr W. Callander's f Stag, by Stanley out of Agnes Titmouse beat Ben Coomerango beat Miss Hussar beat Norman Coomerango beat Hussar Minos a. .11 3 Fearless ( hb).. 5. .11 0 Odiham ( hb).. a.. 11 0 age st lb Janus a, .10 7 Weston 5. .10 7 Diana a. .10 Cup Bearer ., a.. 10 King Dan . ... a.. 9 Honeyeomb...... ( pd) BALLYM0RE ( COUNTY WESTMEATH) STEEPLE CHASES. MONDAY, MARCH 23.— Acceptances for the FREE HANDICAP of 6 sovs each, with 60 added ; three miles. age stlb age stlb age stlb Blind Harper.. a.. 10 8 Fox. a.. 9 IS Restless a.. 9 12 Chance a.. 10 6 Dunmurry 5.. 9 12 Windfall ...... 4.. 9 Old Screw .... a.. 10 3 A HANDICAP SWEEPSTAKES of 4 sovs each, h ft, with 40 added; the winner of the Free Handicap 7ib extra; three miles. st lb Rover .... a., 11 0 Blind Harper., a.. 10 8 Kate a.. 10 1 Kiidare a.. 10 0 age st lb I age st lb Louth . a.. 9 13 I Miss Kate 5, ~ " Prince Dalruk.. a.. 9 13 | Verna. 5, Tom Tinker .. . a. .9 11 Heber 4, IRISH METROPOLITAN STEEPLE CHASES. ( Dunboyne Course.) WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25.— Weights for the CITIZENS' GOLD CHALLENGE CUP, value 100 sovs, ad led to a Sweepstakes of 5 sovs each, in case of acceptance, with 100 added by the licensed vintners of Dublin, & c ; three miles, age stlb I The Rover.... a.. 11 0 Escape Penelope a.. 10 4 | Old Screw... Blind Harper.. a. .10 0 1 Vine 4.. 9 TheDisowned.. 5,. 9 12 General Evans., 6.. 9 Dunmurry.... 5.. 9 10 I Sweeper a. .9 age stlb ... a.. 9 6 4 0 I age stlb Trouncer 6.. 9 The Returned.. a. .8 10 Bernard Kava- nagh ..,,,.,. 6, .8 7 LLANBOIDY STEEPLE CHASES.— This little Carmarthenshire meeting promises to be a capital one. Two days' sport aread. vertised, and all things considered, the additions in the shape of public money ought to secure a good attendance of horses. The Coventry Steeple Chase has been re- opened to close on or before the 1st of April. IRISH METROPOLITAN LEAP AND FLAT RACES. Stewards : Sir E. Synge Hutchinson, Bart; Major Carlyou, 3d Dragoon Guards ; Capt Robert Goff, 16th Lancers ; Capt R. W. Bernard, King's County Royal Rifles ; Edward J. Irwin, Esq. judge : Mr R. J. Hunter. Starter : Mr Coatesworth. TUESDAY, MARCH 17— The anniversary of St Patrick— Tues- day last— was the day happily selected to inaugurate the esta- blishment, under the above name, of a " spring meeting" at Howth and Baldoyle, and we are happy to state it was so com- pletely successful that it will henceiorth become a permanent fixture in the Racing Calendar. The weather, over which rude Boreas held sway for several days previous, though threatening in the morniog, turned out propitious, and a bright sua towards fallen on it. FRATRICIDE AT MAIDSTONE.— On Wednesday night a young man, named Thomas Edwards, aged 24, son of a labouring man living at 21, Bedford- row, Maidstone, was murdered by his brother George, aged 18. Thomas was employed by a neighbour- ing market gardener, and was a steady, hard- working young man; while George had for some months refused to work, and was a complete burden to his parents. His brother had on several occasions expostulated with him upon his idle conduct The last occasion of his speaking to him was Wednesday morn ing, whes ho told him he ought to be ashamed of himself for acting as he did. George replied that he did not mean to work. On Wednesday eveuing Thomas went to bed soon after nine o'clock. George, who slept with him, was not then in. About ten o'clock Mrs Edwards went to bed, leaving George down stairs. She, as was her custom, looked in at Thomas's room on her way to bed ; he was then fast asleep. Soon afterwards she heard George go into the room and shut the door, Some little time after she was aroused by hearing groans and a moaning noise proceeding from the bed- room of her sons; she struck a light and entered the room, when she saw Thomas lying iu bed completely covered with blood, which was flowing from wounds on his head and face. The windows of the room were open, and the candle which George had taken with him was burning upon the table. She gave an alarm, and the policeman oh the beat sent to the police- station and for the sur- geon. Mr Saunders, surgeon, was quickly in attendance, closely followed by thy superintendent and the inspector. Mr Saunders found that five severe wounds had been inflicted with some heavy edged instrument. There were two wounds upon the head, two upon the face, smashing and nearly severing the lower jaw, and one, a slight superficial wound, upon the throat. The officers, on searching the premises, found under the bed, hidden by some rags, a heavy carpenter's axe smeared with blood. The unfortunate man lingered until shortly after seven o'clock, when he expired; he had not spoken from the time of Dundonald beat Treasurer Tearaway beat Captain Lord Reoch beat Slethet Tearaway beat Dundonald Invermay beat Lord Reoch Inver jaay beat Bother'em III. IV. I V. Botherem beat Drumclog Invennay ran a bye Bother'em ran a bye Tearaway ran a bye Mr G. A. Thompson's Tearaway, by Telemachus out of Governess, beat Mr J. L. Ewing's Invermay, by Entry Money out of Jessamine, and won the stakes. The WESTRAW STAKES, for bitch puppies of 1S55, the bona. fide property of members of the Caledonian Coursing Club ; entrance £ 3 10s. Mr W. Bailey ns f Breeze, by Puzzler out of Surety, beat Mr J. Gibson's w Gum, by Sam out of Fair Helen Mr G. Steel's f w Stourie, by Japhet out of Self Interest, beat Mr J. L. Ewing's r Lady Moi- gan( l) Mr J. Gibson's bk w Garnet, by Sam out of Sibil, beat Mr Callander's y w Hind, by Stanley out of Agnes Mr J. L. Ewing's r Lunette, '. y Epicure out of Ivy Green, beat Mr G. Blanshard's bk Emma Fleury, by Bedlamite out of Swallow Mr W. Sharpe's r f Lady Clare, Dy Hughie Graham out of Ben's Bashful, beat Mr Steel's f Spy, by Guy Mannering out of Jenny Mr Paterson's r Proclamation, by Japhet out of Barbara, beat Mr J. Campbell's f w Corona, by Wigan out of Woolmet ( 1) Mr W. Sharpe's f w Lady Elspeth, by Hugliie Graham out of Bonnie Kilmeny, a bye II. Stourie beat Breeze I Lady Clare beat Garnet Lunette beat Lady Els pat ( 1) ^ Proclamation ran a bye Stourie beat Lunette I Lady Clare beat Proclamation IV. Mr Gavin Steel's Stourie, by Japhet out of Self Interest, and Mr Sharpe's Lady Clare, by Hughie Graham— Ben's Bashful, divided the stakes. The SELLING STAKES of £ 2 10s each, open and unlimited. I. Mr A. Graham's bd d The Imperial Prince, by Exhibitor out of Sister to Coup d'Etat, beat Mr W. Bailey ns r d Benmore, by Benlomond out of Nettle Mr Callander's f w b Lady Mary, bv Stanley out of Agnes, beat Mr Campbell ns w bd b Standout, by Picture out of Trueblue Mr Callander's f w d The Laird, by Stanley out of Agnes, beat Mr Virtue's r d Vogie, by Red Eagle out of Craigielee Mr A. Graham's w r d Panmure, by Japhet out of Sylva, beat Mr Camp- bell ns f b Cohorina, by Red Eagle « ut of Hold Hard ( 1) Mr J. Stenhouse's bd w d Young Saltoun, by Sultan out of Flora, beat Mr G. Blanshard's bd d Arnaud, by Sam out of Nimble Mr J. Gibson's bk w d Pasha, by Sam out of Bessy Bell, beat Mr Gor- don's f d Gustabe, by Glenvarloch out of Geraldine Mr G. A. Thompson's bk w d Cock o' the North, by Transit oat of a Tout bitch, beat Mr Gordon's be b Gladova, by Gourock— Gavotte II. Imperial Prince beat Lady Mary | Panmure beat The Laird III. Pasha beat Imperial Prince ^ Mr Gibson's Pasha and Mr A. Graham's Panmure divided the stakes. STAKES APPORTIONED. CALEDONIAN Ctrp.—' The winner £ 70, runner- up £ 20, third £ 10, fourth £ 5, expenses £ 27. CABiircHAii, STAKES.— The winner £ 30, second £ 15, third £ 7, ex- WESTKAW STAKES.— The winner £ 20, runner- up £ 7. third and fourth £ 3 each, expenses £ 1210s. SELLING STAKES.— The winner £ 15, runner- up £ 7, third and fourth £ 3 each, expenses £ 7. Pasha beat Young Sultan Cock o' the North ran a bye Panmure beat Cock o' the North [ PROM OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT.] MR EDITOR : Wednesday evening, the 11th, brought the mem" bers of this club together in the Clydesdale Hotel, Lanark, to enter and draw their dogs for the above stakes, but owing to the south train not being due till 7: 15, dinner was allowed to take the pre- cedence of business. Mr Blanshard, the hon secretary, filled the chair with his usual kindness and courtesy, faced by Mr Paterson, hon. secretary of the Biggar Club, and after doing due justice to the sumptuous fare provided by Mr Irving, so well known as a hospitable and reasonable landlord, the preliminaries of the meeting received our attention. The entry for the Open Cup fell short of its full complement of 32, but reached the respectable muster of 24, in which number the western division of Scotland was represented by 11, viz, St Patrick, Staunton, Cohowarra, Gheisk, Imperial Prince, Coomerango, Sailor Boy, Imperial Visit, Lizzie, Norman Hunter, and Maid of Liucoln; the east by four, viz, Rover, Jacobite, Nancy, and Ben; the north by three, viz, Ruby, St Arnaud, and Tam o'Shanter ; and England by six, viz, Knight of St George, Liddell, Titmouse, Miss Anna, Hussar, and Busybody, The nominations were backed with consider- able spirit. We met at Hyndford Bridge, at eleven o'clock, by which time the sun's influence had sufficiently overcome the sharp frost of the previous night, which at an earlier stage of the season would have put a stop to onr recreation altogether. There was a large attendance of members of the club and spectators, the day con- tinuing sharp, clear, and frosty. Mr A. Graham, as usual, took the management of the field. St Patrick and Rover were put in the slips. The former, slightly favoured by the hare, led the latter, and scored first and second points, and throughout a very long course outpaced him. Busybody led Nancy, wrenched, turned, and, racing away, killed with great fire. Staunton and Knight of St George had a short no- go to a bad haro, the former showing the speed, when the hare came round and was killed between theEa. In their next attempt on plough, the Knight led and turned, putting in the fawn, but raced past and again turned, giving the fawn the next. The hare breaking away on to lea, the Knight, with a good lead, turned and looked very like winning easy, but the bare ground suiting the fawn he had all the rest to himself. Jacobite led Cohowarra on plough, fetched his hare back, following up with a wrench, and still kept her to himself up the road on to lea, and turned. The bitch had the next, when Jacobite again went in, but ran a considerable distance before he could reach her, when he again put her round, after which the brindle swerved three or four times, and led out of my sight. Sailor Boy and St Arnaud: A severe struggle on plough, the latter getting first turn, and after a long course, in which both workedadmirably, and showed qualities of great endurance, the military veteran succeeded in obtaining a victory over the juvenile tar. Tam o' Shanter, through the hare bending to him, got the first turn from Gheisk, and keeping well in, followed it up by a second, Gheisk taking the next, Tam afterwards winning a moderate course, the blue killing. We had run these courses by the bank of the Clyde, and that beat being exhausted, Mr Graham took us to the fine ground adjoining Shaw Wood, where Imperial Prince and Ben were slipped on plough. They had a good struggle for the lead, which Ben managed to obtain by several lengths, through get- ting the furrow. The hare shiftiug herself for cover, Ben wrenched her at the cover side, and just won the most unsatis- factory trial of the day. Liddell led Coomerango on lea, and took the three first turns, when the latter improving, got in, and would not be denied the remainder of a good average course to cover. Titmouse led Imperial Visit, wrenched and turned, when the lat- ter took the hare for two points, putting in Titmouse, but imme- diately passing her, turned, the brindle coming in again, and just gaining the judge'sJlat. Miss Anna and Lizeie had an unde- cided, which I thought might have been decided. In their next trial Miss Anna, as she had previously done, showed the pace, and cleverly won an average course. Hussar took a good lead from Ruby, wrenched, and made a good kill. Norman Hunter did the same by the Maid of Lincoln. CARMICHAEL STAKES.— Benledi ( who, by the way, is by Ben- lomond out of Nettle, his pedigree being erroneously stated in your telegraphic report), led Treasurer and wrenched twice, when the latter got in, drove his hare a considerable distance, and turned to Ben, whom he immediately passed, wrenching several times, and meeting with a fall, Benledi killed. Mussahib took the three first points from Dundonald, who afterwards beat him well in a long course. Tear& way and Glengarnock had a no- go on plough. The latter fell on his chin on his leaving the slips, the former " tearing" the hare down before they joined. In their next trial Tearaway showed a decided superiority, winning a long course cleverly, displaying great pace and working qualities. Pathfinder and Captain had a no- go, the former unsighted from the slips, and the hare making cover. In their next, on plough, a moderate trial ensued, well won by Captain. Slethet raced away from Claymore and knocked his hare up, but did not hold her. She then gave him a very long course, at all times in favour of Slethet, whose run- ning was justly admired. Lord Reoch the first and Gunner the last part of an average course. Sandy Scott led Drumclog across the ridges on plough and fell, Drumclog having the major part of a long course. Sandy proved himself a bad ploughman, tum- bling four times within a space of 200 yards. Bother'em out- paced Lobster on outside ground, the hare favouring the latter; the white, however, was the fastest, and the hare falling, he picked her up. Invermay outpaced Stag, and won a good trial. This exhausted our time, though not our card, and through the delay occasioued by the frost in the morning, more of the run- ning than was expected stood over for the SECOND DAY.— We met at the appointed time, thaw having set in during the night, but having so unsettled the weather j bending to tne other, gave her first turn, who, lacking the pro- minent property of Gum— adhesiveness— did not " stick" to her ana gave no further assistance in a nice average course! Lady Morgan led Stourie and fell, Stourie turning the hare into the hedge. The former being injured in her fail was unsighted, Stourie having a snort course to herself, undecided. Ladv Morgan was drawn. Hind and Garnet: A near thing ; the for- mer slightly showed the speed, and fell; the hare describing a short circle, Garnet ran her up, but Hind had now recovered, and within half a length of the death again fell a purler. Lu' nette and Emma Floury were slipped at a bad hare ; the former, who led two lengths, picking her up. Spy took the three first turns from Lady Clare ; but the hare broke away, and her lady- ship had the rest of an average course to cover. Corona and Proclamation: The latter shewed from the slips, but I fancy became unsighted for a moment, which gave Corona the first turn and, serving herself, Proclamation rushed past her, and killed; undecided. In their next attempt, an average trial, Proclamation outpaced and outworked her opponent, who ran badly. Lady Elspat an average bye. CALEDONIAN CUP.— Second ties: St Patrick and Busybody were slipped facing a fence, and became unsighted ; the latter taken up, but not so the former, who got sighted, and ran a longish course. The preceding eight courses were in Carmichael • policies, and were poor trials, the hares running weak. The next ten, however, were on the fine level grass plains of Cross- ridge, and out of 11 runs on this beat, only three hares were killed. Staunton and Jacobite: A long struggle to the fence. Jacobite obtaining the advantage, and the hare" squatted; undecided. In their next slip, on ground resembling that of Altcar, where Ja- cobite s wild propensities are so notorious, he again showed the pace, after a good struggle, but running wild, allowed his oppo- nent to score him out, Staunton killing. Busybody slightly led bt Patrick to a fence, where the latter bungling, gave Busybody a strong lead, which she kept throughout a good average course, lhey did not meet on equal terms, St Patrick having yesterday had a long and severe run. Tam o'Shanter and St Arnaud; The latter unsighted from the slips, and when he did get sight, twas of no avail, for " Tam skelpit on through mud and mire" after a rare hare, which ran to cover as if all Kirk Alioway's witches had beeu ou her trail. Titmouse and Ben ran a pretty course very equally, Titmouse getting the death and fiat, Ooomerango raced away from Miss Anna, and monopolised a good average course, exciting a strong fancy in his favour for the Stake. Hussar and Norman Hunter : Even betting ; the latter getting unsighted a short time from the slips, did not appear to relish it, running as badly as his opponent ran well. CARJIICHAEL STAKES— Second ties: Dundonald and Trea- surer : The former took a good lead, turning his hare thrice, when she broke away to plough, and was knocked about by Treasurer three or four times; Dundonald then drew away on the outside, and the hare put him under the necessity of trying the long range, being one of the sort that would not be killed; but he never gave the other another point throughout what was undoubtedly the most terrific course of the meeting. Tearaway led Captain on the outside, wrenched twice and turned, putting in the. Captain, who followed suit and turned; Tearaway then gallantly driving his hare and wrenching very handsomely in a longish course to cover. Lord Reoch and Slether: The former, slightly leading to a racing hare, was only able to wrench her once, when she bounded away straight to cover. Bother'em and Drumclog were then taken to plough ; the former led and fell, and Drumclog turniug the hare in the furrow, followed up by two wrenches on to lea, where Bother'em shot by him and ran a good course well to cover. The fierce battle of Drumclog the previous day gave his opponent an advantage over him in getting easy off, and Mr Dunlop has recently been very unfortunate in having his dogs placed at a disadvantage from a like cause. In- vermay had the assistance of Lobster in his bye, the red winning a nice course. This pair also did not meet on equal terms. SELLING STAKES.— Imperial Prince led Benmore, and won cleverly a long course. Stand Out took a good lead from Lady Mary, and turned twice, Lady Mary then getting in, knocking her hare about, and keeping her to herself for the rest of a good average course. The Laird and Vogie : Unsighted by a hillock. In returning, a fresh hare rose, Vogie getting a strong advantaee, but before he could reach her the Laird passed him, and never gave him a single point in a good average run. The last five courses were run on plough. Panmure and Cohorina ( misprinted " Cohowarra" in your telegraphic return of the running) in short whinny had an undecided s the latter unsighted. In their next slip on plough, Panmure showed decided superiority, running with great fire; he took the ifirst turn several lengths m advance; the hare having run to bare grass,' put iu the fawn, but raced by, driving his hare strongly towards a rivulet, where he made such a magnificent kill as is rarely seen— leaping the brook almost simultaneously with the hare, he caught her in mid- air, and checking himself thus, came down with a plunge, and was rewarded with a cold bath in the stream. Young Sultan and Arnaud had a scramble, each leading alternately for first turn, which the former just obtained. Aruaud took the next two, and serving himself, was passed by Sultan, who brought the hare round to his rival and again raced past him; a pretty contest ensued, and Sultan killed. Gustabe took a good lead of Pasha on plough, but the little dog struggled gamely on, and barely reached the hare first, never leaving her throughout a good course to cover. Cock o' the North slightly led Gladova, but the hare bending gave the latter the first turn, and as good as the second, when Cock o' the North gave her the go- by, turned his hare twice, and killed, bringing this day's sport to a close. THIRD DAY.— We met at Millhill, on as " very stormy" a morning as the barometer, which fell more than an inch during the night, could indicate. WESTRAW STAKES.— Second Ties: Stourie took a good lead from Breeze, wrenched, and killed. Garnet met with the same treatment at the hands of Lady Clare. Lunette and Lady Elspat were unsighted— the latter taken up ; but Lunette un- fortunately getting her hare, ran a moderate course and killed. Iu their next slip Lunette outpaced and outworked her oppo- nent in a short course to cover. Proclamation ran her bye with Pathfinder; a short spin too near cover. The last four courses, run on plough, were very short and decisive. Mr Gra- ham now took us to the holmes of Peathills and Westown, where we had some brilliant and severe trials. CALEDONIAN CUP.— Third ties: Busybody and Staunton: A • good hare, driven oft' plough to a flat piece of grass land; a stiff contest slightly in favour of Staunton, but the hare shifting gave Busybody first turn, letting in the dog, who turned, and, in racing for the next, Busybody passed him at the fence, and turned closely three or four times in succession. In the next stretch Staunton passed her through the hedge, and turned, the bitch leading out of sight. Tam o' Shanter, a puppy, very stale after his severe running, was easily beaten by Titmouse, who ran a good course with little assistance. Coomerango and Hussar : The course of the day, each having sanguine admirers. As soon as they were put in the slips they were exposed to a bitter blast of sleet, the wind blowing a perfect hurricane, and half an hour elapsed ere it abated, the dogs being still in the slips; when at last a hare was found on plough. Coomerango led Hussar, who had run his previous course very fast, and get- ting the furrow, increased his advantage into the adjoining field of bare grass, where he still showed superiority of pace, and turned, letting in Hussar, who could not keep his place, the black drawing by him on the inside, wrenching twice, and turn- ing in to the white, who killed. Hussar evidently felt the effects of the storm of sleet and wind more than his opponent. CARMICHAEL STAKES.— Third ties: Tearaway cleverly beat Dundonald, who ran well, considering his previous effort at the " long range." Invermay and Lord Reoch : On plough; the former, getting the firm head ridge on the low side, quickly made first turn, wrenched on the plough, and killed. A short unsatisfactory trial. Bother'em ran his bye with Benledi, " bothered," and beat him. SELLING STAKES.— Second ties : Imperial Prince outpaced, and cleverly beat, Lady Mary ; as also did Panmure the Laird, the former running a little wide in the first part of the course, but, settling down, finished prettily; a nice trial. Pasha handsomely beat Young Sultan, who was not disposed to struggle for the victory. Cock o' the North ran his bye with Emma Fleury. WESTRAW STAKE.— Third ties: Stourie led, and smartly beat Lunette, in a short course, and Proclamation was disposed of in the same manner by Lady Clare, Stourie and Lady Clare then dividing the stake. CALEDONIAN CUP.— Fourth ties : Busybody beat Coomerango on plough at all points, ruuning fast, close, and with great fire. Titmouse was then put into the slips for her bye, but an ar- rangement having been agreed upon, she was taken out, and the stakes divided. CARMICHAEL STAKE.— Fourth ties : Invermay outpaced Bother'em, taking the three first turns, when Bother'em got in, and wiped them off, but Invermay coming again, won cleverly. Tearaway ran his bye with Sandy Scott, and Sandy, finding the ground better adapted for him than that which fell to his lot the first day, showed great speed, and had all but the kill in a short course. SELLING STAKES.— Third ties: Imperial Prince led Pasha for at least 100 yards, when Pasha raced past him, and won a nice course very creditably. Panmure beat Cock o' the North most unmistakeably in a long course, and Mr Gibson and Mr Graham agreed to divide. Lastly, The deciding course, CARMICHAEL STAKES, brought Invermay and Tearaway to the slips, and the former, much distressed, was beaten at all points. Barring the weather, of which it is enough to say that it formed the exact counterpart of the corresponding week's sport at the same place two years ago, everything concurred in ren- dering this meeting a source of gratification to those in atten- dance. The hares were not so numerous as I have seen them, and owing to their comparative scarcity we were under the ne- cessity of resorting too much to plough, but they ( with the ex- ception the few run in the policies elsewhere alluded to) were very superior. Mr James White handled the slips in a style only to be assumed by a thorough adept in the duties of his post. Our English neighbours have to boast of carrying off both shares of the Open Cup, and achieving the only win of the meeting, the Carmichael Stakes, while the dogs of the different sections of Scotland came in for the moieties of the Selling and Westraw Stakes, One word in remark on the courses of one or two of the dogs which displayed conspicuous merit, or were unfortu- nately put out. Busybody is an elegant and racing- like bitch, with above an average turn of speed, and at the same time a close, determined worker. She was not challenged in her first course ; in her second she met St Patrick, a goodish greyhound, but not on equal terms, he having met with a disappointment at the first fence ; still she ran her hare well with little assist- ance. Her third course with Staunton I have described fully iu its place, as I saw it from the judge's and my own position behind the dogs. I am aware, however, that good coursers, with first- rate powers of discrimination, who were in the adjoining field, where part of the course took place, fancied the dog won. I could not pass a higher compliment on Mr Boulton than that, with this single exception ( in which I am confident he was right), not a whisper of difference of opinion was expressed in regard to any of his decisions. Busybody, in her last course with Coomerango, a greyhound of the very first class, was equally fortunate in meeting at any odds, I have already re- ferred to the storm Coomerango encountered in the slips for half an hour, and which I - observed stiffened him soon after his course with Hussar, He scarcely made an effort with the bitch, whose running was brilliant. Titmouse did not appear to such advantage at this meeting as the last. She had a close shave in her first and second courses, and her last rival, Tam o' Shanter, was sore and stale from his previous running. Hussar is a grand dog, and was a favourite for the stake. He never gave Ruby ( a winner of a 15- dog stake in the North the previous week) a point. Neither had Norman Hunter pace for him when they came together. Among the biteh puppies for the Minor Stake, Lady Clare deserves honourable mention, and with a racing hare is bad to beat. Stourie, although not fast, is particularly close ; she improved every course, and in her last two she led, and scarcely gave her opponent a point. The Carmichael Stakes in- troduces to our notice some promising dog puppies— Dundonald, Slethet, Sandy Scott, Lord Reoch, Invermay, and the winner, Tearaway, brother to Tempest, and I think about as good. All of them, if I mistake not, will be heard of another day.— Yours, & c CALEDONIA. ALTCAP. CLUB MEETING- MARCH 18 & 19. WSMvers Ese^ Hnn^ 0?' nSISwalF: H' Jefferson, W. G. Borron, , v 1 J1> ers' kec : I'. D. Hornby, Esq. Judge: Mr M'George. The MEMBERS' CCP. SMW • beat Borron's bk d Black flag MS Ca^ u Harris'srd H. mnW .. Mr J. H. Blunders bd w d Bugle Mr Spinks's bk d Sim Mr Peacock's fb Protest % Graham's bd d Knowl " Nothing f • • Lord Sefton's bk b Sontag Mr Fox's bkt b Fancy Captain Harris's r b Hush 5- H' Jones's bk b Jailbird .. Mi Randell's r w d Richmond .. Lord Sefcon's bk d Stagebox Captain Spencer's bk d Seagull 1 ( late Reveller) J • Seacole beat Jacob Omnium Protest beat Sim. Sontag beat Know Nothing Protest beat Seacole Fancy beat Sontag Mr w. H. Jones's r d Jullien Mr J. C. Wilson's bk d Wansfell Mr Borron's bkw d Bold Expression Mr J. H. Blundell's bk d Blackcloth Captain Spencer's bk d Sidonia Mr J. C. Wilson's r b Wee Pet Mr T. Brocklebank's bk b Rhapsody Mr Jefferson's r d Jericho Mr C. Stanley's be d Select ir. HI. IV. I V. Fancy beat Hush Richmond beat Jailbird Seagull beat Stagebox Seagull beat Richmond Seagull ran a bye: Protest beat Fancy Capt Spencer's Seagull beat Mr Peacock's Protest, and won the stakes. The CBOXTJETH STAKES, for maidens. Mr T. T. C. Lister's be d Courier beat Mr Bruiulrit's bkw b By your 1 Leave /• Mr Jefferson's r b Jeu d'Esprit . Capt Spencer's bk w d Speed! the Plough J • Mr A. Graham's r w d Prince 1 of Prussia j • MrT. Brocklebank'sftb Bravura. Mr Stone's w rb Silkworm Lord Sef'ton's f d Skyrocket Mr Spinks's bd w b Sail Mr Borron's w bk b Bedazzling .. Mr Borron's f b Bright Ensign Lard Sefton's bk b Saraband Mr Peacock's bk d Plymouth Mr T. D. Hornby'sbk b Hesitation Mr Borron's r b Bright Spirit Mr W. Langton's bk b Lyra Mr C. Stanley's r d Scapegrace Mr B. H. Jones's w b Japonica Mr Stone's r b Slowwora Mr Georgs's r d Cheroot Silkworm beat Skyrocket bedazzling beat Sail Bedazzling ran a bye Bedazzling ran a bye and won the nor Welcome to Courier beat By your Leave I Jeu d'Esprit beat S. the Plough P. of Prussia beat Bravura | x HI. Jeu d'Esprit beat Courier I P. of Prussia beat Silkworm f IV. Jeu d'Esprit beat P. of Prussia | V. Mr Jefferson's Jeu d'Esprit beat Mr Borron's Belazzlin: stakes. The SBEION STAKES, CaptSpencer's f d Sine Qua Nonbeat ' Lord Sefton's bk d Sic Mrlox s bK w b Florence) f Mr A. Graham's bd b Nightingale \ England Mr Peacock's f w b Puff .. Mr Stone's bd d Screwjack Mr Spinks s r w b Smut .. Mr T. D. Hornby's be b Hoax Mr » run? nts, b5lb^ yi! lrS, • • MrT- T- Lister's bd d Corpora MrB. H. Jones's be b JettyTreffz.. Lord Sefton'shk- ,1 quint./ i flri ™ , S. Q. Non beat F. Nightingale I' Smut beat Puff | III. Sine Qua Non beat Smut | IV. Mr Brundrit's Asylum beat Capt Spencer's Sine Qua Non, and won the stakes. The ALTCAB SELLING STAKES. I. Mr Brocklebank's bk w d Buffo beat Mr T. T. C. Lister's bk w b Clara Mr Spinks's be d Switcher .. Mr T. O. Hornby's be b Hoax Mr J. C. Wilson's bk d Wansfell.. Mr Stone's bd d Screnjack Mr B. H. Jones's w b Japonica .. ^ Mr W. Langton's bk b Lyra Switcher beat Buffo ^ f Japonica beat Wansfell Mr Spinks's Switcher beat Mr B. H. Jones's Japonica, & won the stakes The MOLYXEUX STAKES. , I. Capt Harris's r d Hannibal beat Mi Borron's bk d Black Flag Mr J. H. Blundell's be w d Bugle.. Mr B. H. Jones's r d Jullien Mr T. T. C. Lister's bk d Cor- 1 , T„ . , ,„ morant / • • Mr Stone's r b Slowworm Mr A. Graham's bd b Welcome 1 to England / Sefcon's bk d Saint ( 1 dr lame Asylum beat Jetty Treffz Asylum raa a bye W. to England beat Cormorant Lord Sefton's bk d Solo II. Bugle beat Hannibal I III. Mr A. Graham's Welcome to England beat Mr J. H. Blundell's Bugle and won the stakes. The WEST DEKBX STAKES. I. Mr T. Brocklebank's bk b~! Black Lace Mr Jefferson's r d Jericho Mr Borron's f d Bright Ensign Mr T. T. C. Lister's bk b Curlew.. Jericho beat Biack Lace 3 } beat Mr J. C. Wilson's r b Wee Pet II III; Mr C. Stanley's be d Select Mr J. II. Blundell's bk d Blackcloth Mr Peacock's bk d Plymouth Bright Ensign beat Curlew Mr Borron's Bright Ensign bt Mr Jefferson's Jericho, & won the stakes At the club dinner, on Tuesday, it was resolved that in future the judge shall be elected by the votes of all the members, and not as heretofore by the stewards. This liberal change reflects much credit upon the patron Lord Seftou, the present stewards and secretary, and is highly appreciated by the members of this most flourishing club, the list of whom is now greater in number than at any former period of its existence. We reserve full details from our " special correspondent " until next week. PILLING MEETING ( CONCLUDED)— MAECH 12 & 13. Stewards: Capt Bayley, W. Peacock, J. H. Blundell, J. Bake, J. Spinks, and R. H. Williams, Esqs. Judge: Mr Nightingale. Slipper: Mr Noblets. The PILEIXG CUE. I. Mr Thornton's r d Clear the Kitchen, by The Curler out of Aggression, beat Mr Watson's w f d King Pepin, by Arthur de Bradley out of Gordon's Gaylass Mr Williams's f d Wakeful, by Francis Freeman out of Housemaid, beat Mr Featherstonhaugli'sbkb Fairy Queen, by Figaro— Florence Mr Knowles's bk d Marc Antony, by Bidlamite out of Effie Deansj beat Mr Fould's r d Vengeance, by Trueboy out of Alice Mr Borron's be w d Bright Steei, by Blueliglit out of Steel's Scotia, beat Mr ( iaskell's r d Grasshopper, by Figaro out of Florence Mr Williams's w be b Wolfsbane, by his Major out of his Whipcord, beat Mr Sykes ns be d Switcher, by Frederick out of Sawdust Capt Paterson's w f d Ben ma Cliree, by Latham's Harkaway out ot Cunningham's Queen of Trumps, beat Mr Carruther's be b Sortie, by Dirk Haitteraick or Navigator out of Hutton's Silk Mr Croft's r d Courier, by Frederick out of Sawdust, beat Mr Addie's f w b Boggart ( no pedigree) ^ Clear the Kitchen beat Wakeful I Bright Steel beat Marc Antony III. Bright Steel beat Clear the 1 Kitchen ( dr) I IV. Mr Croft.' s Courier beat Mr Borron's Bright Steel, and won the cup. The PILLING PUPPY CUP. I. Mr Lomax's bk b Let Her Go, by Lord Sefton's Sackcloth out of Salmon beat Mr Borron's r b Brightness, by Brighton out of Brilliance Mr Croft's bkwd Croxteth, by Lord Sefton's Sackcloth out of Salmon, beat Mr Knowles's w f b Butterfly, by Smoker out of Skipper Mr Featherstonhaugh's f d Fairlawn, by Knowles's Physician out of Florence, beat Mr Gardner's w bk b Guess ( late Alice), by Sir Robert out of Alice Capt Bayly's bk b Battledore ( late Stockstill), by Wilson's Weapon out of Shaw's Shuttle, beat Mr Watson ns f d Barton, by Holt's Surplice out of Muse Mr Lomax's bk d Sidrophel, by Wilson's Weapon out of Shaw's Shuttle, beat Mr E. Turner's bk d flarkaway, by Chancellor— Bit of Blue Mr H. Gardner's r b Get Out, by Bracewell's Bill out of Sagar's Lill, beat Mr Knowles's r d Doctor, by Physician out of Florence Ben ma Chree beat Wolfsbane Courier ran a bye Courier beat Ben Mackree Croxteth beat Let Her Go Battledore beat Fairlawn Croxteth beat Battledore Get Out beat Sidrophel III. I IV. Get Out ran a bye XV. 4 Mr Croft's Croxteth beat Mr H. Gardner's Get Out ( dr lame); and won the cup. The HEAD DXEE STAKES. I. Mr Hays ns bd w d The Dupe, by Picture out of Truelove, beat Mr Wat « son's f d Melbourne, by Arthur de Bradley out of Gaylass ( 1) Mr E. Turner's w bd d Tramp, by Highflyer out of Violet , beat Mr Croft's r b Cutlas ( late Stumblingblock), by Weapon out of Shuttle Mr Hogg's bk w d Sparks of Fire, by Frederick out of Sawdust, beat Mr Sykes's bk b Lily ( no pedigree) Mr Robertshaw's f b Ringlet, by Grecian out of Alice, beat Mr H. Gard- ner's r b Blush, by Atkinson's Romulus— Bourne's Sis to Sackcloth Mr Borron's bk b Bewitching, by A. Graham's Japhet out of bis Vivid, beat Mr H. Gardner's bk w b Gassier, by his Gibson out of his Grace Darling Mr Carruther's be wdSebastopol, by Dirk Hatteraick or Navigator out of Hutton's Silk, beat Mr Gaskell's f d Gamester, by Figaro— Florence Mr Thornton's bk d Hermit ( no pedigree), beat Mr Spinks's r d Shill I Shall I, by Figaro out of Shuttle II. The Dupe beat Tramp Sparks of Fire beat Ringlet Sparks of Fire beat Dupe ( 1) IV. Bewitching beat Sebastopol Hermit ran a bye Hermit beat Bewitching COFTON ( WORCESTERSHIRE) MEETING- MABCH 13. Judge : Mr Moore. A SILVEB CUP, by subscription, for 8 dogs, of all ages. beat Mr Wheel3on's bd d Miss Hatch Mr Harper's bk d Hero Mr Palmer's b d Lunatic Mr Rickards's b d Rival Mr Bladon's b b Bellona Hero beat Lunatic Mr Heming's f b Fly Mr Partridge's k b Hebe II. Il'l. Mr Hodgets's bd w b Stella Bellona beat Rival his being found. The murderer had in the meantime got clear away, but no doubt is entertained of his speedy appre- that we would much rather have " preferred to be retarded a heusion. He evidently escaped by the window, as a flowerpot little as yesterday by the continuance of the frost, underneath was found srsasiipd to pieces as if some weight had ] WESTEAW STAKE.— Breeze and Gum were slipped on plough to a turf fence3 the femer slightly showing the speed i the hare, Mr Harper's Hero beat Mr Bladon's Bellona, and won the cup. PENSAM SAPLING DAY MEETING. Stewards : Messrs George and Gougli. Judge: Mr Randell. Slipper: Mr Taylor. A PIECE or PLATE, given for 8 saplings, the produce of Jenny Lind, by Ranter. I. beat Mr Butler's Banker Mr Wilson's Wizard Mr George's Glowworm ( 1) Mr Wilson's Witch II. I Chance beat Rataplan 1) III. Mr Checkett's Chance beat Mr Abel's Autocrat, and wont he plate. The Avoir STAKES. I. Mr Abel's bk d Ashcroft beat Mr Tomb's bd d Tyrant Mr Darter's bk b Duchess ( late 1 _ Mr c> wilson. s bk b Miss Kilburn US 5; II. Mr Darter's Dachess, by Ranter out of Fairy, beat Mr Abel's Ashcroft, and won the stakes. With one or two exceptions the hares ran badly. Mr Abel's Autocrat Mr Gough's Gazelle Mr Checkett's Chance Mr Randell's Rataplan Autocrat beat Gazelle Mr Thornton's Hermit beat Mr Hogg's Sparks of Fire, and won the stakes. The VENGEANCE STAKES. I. Mr Fould's r d Vengeance beat Mr Gaskell's f d Gamester ( absent) Mr Croft's r b Cutlas .. ^ Mr Knowles's w f b Butterfly Mr Fould's Vengeance beat Mr Croft's Cutlas, and won the stakes ( 2). ( FROM OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT.) THE PULING CUP.— King Pepin v Clear the Kitchen: Clear the Kitchen took the lead out of slips, went first to the hare, and won a short course, making every point, his majesty never trying to assist. Fairy Queen v Wakeful: Another short course, in which Fairy Queen showed the pace out of slips, but not going straight to her game Wakeful ran up, and killed. Ven- geance v Mare Antony: This course was run upon very rough ground; Marc Antony getting first to the hare, won an average course very cleverly. * Bright Steel v Grasshopper: Bright Steel completely outpaced grasshopper, and won another short course at all points. Wolfsbane v Switcher: This was an unsatisfac- tory trial. As long as the hare went straight Switcher showed the pace, and followed her line ; Wolfsbane cut off to the left, got first to her ( but not by merit), wrenched her twice, and killed. Many of the field thought it should have been a no- go. Ben Ma Chree v Sortie: Ben Ma Chree led to the hare, made first turn, and fell, giving the lead to Sortie, who made a point or two, but Ben was soon up again, and won an average course very cleverly. Courier v Boggart: Courier led several lengths to the hare, made first turn, and let in Boggart, who, after making a point, fell. Courier went on ana picked up the hare in straight running, winning a short course very easily.— First ties : Clear the Kitchen v Wakeful: A nice average course, very cleverly won by the former. Marc Antony v Bright Steel: Bright Steel took the lead out of slips, and went first to the hare; then let Marc Antony in, who wrenched, but Bright Steel, who would not be denied, shot in again, right under Antony's nose, retook possession of the hare, and killed. Wolfsbane v Ben Ma Chree: A short " no- go," wherein Wolfsbane showed pace to the hare, and fell, after which Ben went on and killed.— Second course: Ben went first to the hare, and won a short course very easily, Wolfs- bane appearing not to try. Courier ran a bye.— Second ties: Clear the Kitchen v Bright Steel: This was a very long no- go, owing to the dogs getting out of sight of the judge, after which Clear the Kitchen was drawn. Ben ma Chree v Courier: This was the most sporting course of the meeting. A great deal of betting took place after dinner the night pre- vious, each dog having strong partisans, and at least a " cool hundred" depended upon the result. Courier led to the hare several lengths, making first and second turns; Ben ma Chree then got in, and made a point or two, but was immediately passed by Courier, who finished a short course with a go- bye ana a kill.— Deciding course: Bright Steel v Courier: These two were in slips nearly an hour and a half before a hare could be found, and were taken out again three or four times on account of changing the ground. Bright Steel, after his long no- go with Clear the Kitchen, and trailing so long in slips over the plough, was beaten to begin with, and, when a hare was found, was very easily defeated in a long course, Courier proving himself a first- class greyhound, by beating all his opponents in the same easy manner, PUPPT CUP.— Brightness v Let Her Go: This was run upon very rough ground; the hare bending in favour of Let Her Go, she reached her first, and won a short course very cleverly. Butter- fly v Croxteth: Butterfly showed pace out of slips, but before the hare was reached Croxteth went by her, made first turn, and then let in Butterfly, but Croxteth again passed her, and finished with a kill. Fairlawn v Guess: Guess went first to the hare, and had the best of the early part of the course, but Fairlawn ulti- mately won, staying longest. There was every excuse for Guess not running on, as I heard it was only six weeks since she had pups. Barton v Battledore: After a short no go, Barton led to the hare, which was all he did in a very nice course, Battledore winning very cleverly. Sidrophel v Harkaway: These also had a short no- go out of sight of the udge. The next Sidrophel won very easy, outpacing Harkaway throughout. Doctor v Get Out had also a no- go from the same cause as the former. In the next course Doctor showed pace to the hare, but was afterwards beat at all points by Get Out, who finished a smart run course with a splendid kill.—> First ties: Let Her Go v Croxteth: In slips nearly two hours before a bare was found, which got through a small fence before she was reached; Let Her Go rather hesitated at it before- she went through, which gaye Croxteth a good lead into the next 6 BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON, MAKCH 22, 1857. field and he won a short course very cleverly. Famawn v Bat- tledore': After a short " no- go," Battledore won the next course verv easily. Sidrophel v Get Out: Another very short course into cover, won by Get Out going the fastest— Second ties*. Croxteth v Battledore: This was one of the severest courses of the meeting, and was very cleverly won throughout by Croxteth. Get Out a bye.' Hares being scarce she was slipped near to a cover into which she ran the hare, but had the misfortune to run asrainst a tree, by which she was so much hurt as to render it necessary to draw her, which left Croxteth tne winner of the stake, and Mr Croft again in the ascendant. All present re- setted the accident to Mr Gardner's bitch, for nothing but an accident could have prevented her winning the stake, she being very fresh, while Croxteth had not shaken oft the effects of his severe course with Battledore. HEAD DYKE STAKES.— The Dupe v Melbeurne: These had a " no- go " through becoming unsighted after they were slipped, but before Dupe was caught he got a sight of the hare, and had a course to himself. The next course Dupe won very cleverly. Tramp v Cutlass: Tramp went first to the hare, and won a short course very cleverly. Sparks of Fire v Lily had . also a short " no- go," partly out of sight of the judge. In their next, Sparks of Fire went first to the hare and won a moderate course very slovenly. Ringlet v Blush : Another " no- go, after which Ringlet won a nice course very cleverly. Bewitch- ing v Gassier: Bewitching ran clear away from her op- nonent, and finished a short course with a splendid kill. Sebastopol v Gamester: Sevastopol won a sharp run course very cleverly. Hermit v Shill I shall I: This was a short course, auu was easily won by Hermit.— Mrst ties • Dupe v Tramp: a very nice course, Tramp leading to the hare and having the best of the first, half. Dupe was teme irom having sprung a claw, but on getting warm he did some work in the middle, and finished with a go- bye and kill, just winning out of the fire. Sparks of Fire v Ringlet: A short « no- go," after which they had a very nice trial, Sparks of lire winning. This was a near thing, and many fancied the other had wosi. Bewitching v Sebastopol: This was a very fast run course, the hare bending very much m favour of Sebasto- pol- but before he could reach her, Bewitching, who had to go round him, passed him, got first turn, and won a very nice trial cleverly. Hermit ran a bye.— Second ties : Dupe v Sparks of Fire: These had a short " no- go, and afterwards were a very lor. g time in slips before a hare could be found, which did not improve Dupe s damaged claw, the plough land being very rough When a hare was found. Dupe in leaping the first dyke, fell on his chest, and Sparks of Fire going 011, won cleverly. Bewitching v Hermit: This was a very short course, not much over a hundred yards, as well as a Short slip, and before the hare was reached the dogs slightly caunoned against each other; after which Bewitching got about a length in advance, but directly after tripped, when Hermit dashed into the hare and killed, winning a very sharp- run course. Deciding course: Sparks of Fire v Hermit: This was a very hollow affair, Hermit winning very easily. Hermit was given away by his late owner, Mr l'iimmer, after he was beaten for the Crosby'Cup the week before! I cannot conclude my remarks upon this meeting ( at which, it will be seen, some of the Waterloo Cup ana other crack greyhounds ran) without expressing the thanks of all present to Mr and Mrs Gardner, for the great interest they took in the proceedings. Besides giving the use of the land, a splendid din- ner was provided by Mr G., at his private residence, on the day before tlie meeting to all parties interested m the coursing. The accident to Mrs Gardiner's favourite greyhound Get Out, whilst running a bye, caused universal regret throughout the field. This is the first time I have seen coursing at Pilling, and although on the second day hares were very scarce and many of them weak, which will account for the quantity of no- goes, 1 think a good meeting might be held in November when the land, at present nearly all plough, will be stubble. Messrs Nightingale and Noblett had two hard days' work, especially on the second, but they got through their duties in the most praise- worthy manner. The Gardeners' Arms, Garstang, was head quarters," and the dinner there, after each day's coursing, was well attended.— Yours, & c, SOOTHSAYER. VALE OF EVESHAM MEETING- MARCH 10. Judge: C. Rindall, Esq. Secretary: Mr H. W. Smith. The second meeting of this club was held on Tuesday, the 10th iust. The weather was glorious, and this, combined with, as usual, plenty of hares, made the sport most agreeable. A SWEEPSTAKES, for all- aged dogs. heat Mr C. Smith's bd b Struggle the hill leading to the Rabbit Bank. Rejected then obtained the lead; ran very gamely throughout a splendid course across the park, the hare crossing the Worcester- road, and gaining the cover near to Mr Mann's. The next hare was started from the Belt, near Clithstone Hill. Stella led Luna, and had the best of a capital course, the hare being killed in making for Peter s Pit.— Deciding course: After one " no- go," in which Stella showed most speed, she won in the second by the like superiority. THE DEER PARK STAKES.— Trifle led Dart to the hare, and beat him at all points in a course of good length, the hare gaming Clithstone Hill. Diamond led Triumph to the hare from Manley Grove to the opposite bank, gained first turn by three or four lengths, took the second also, and wrenched to lriumph s ground, who then wrenched four or five times and looked well in the course; Diamond, however, then passed him twice, kept well on the line of the hare, and made a clever kill. The matches were each won very cleverly, excepting the drawn one after an undecided course between Daphne and Public Money; and thus concluded ( as was observed by some who have attended most of the Croome Meetings for nearly forty years) some of tbe best coursing ever seen over these beautiful grounds, fourteen out of seventeen of the trials being re- markable for the open line of ground which the hares took, and producing capital trials. The weather was remarkably fine, and the ground, from the late showers, in most suitable order. At four o'clock about thirty partook of an excellent dinner at the Covent ry Arms, under the very efficient presidency of — Fletcher, Esq, of Upton. The loyal toasts, and that of the Earl of Coven- try, were received and responded to in a manner worthy the brethren of the leash, as was also that to the " Prosperity of Coursing" and to the next season. Taking our leave of old winter, gratefully acknowledging the blessings of Providence which have accompanied through it, and looking forward with hope to spring buds and summer blossoms, so did we bid adieu to the past coursing season, with a grateful recollection of the many hours of delightful sport and good- fellowship which it has ren- dered to us ; and in the cheering hope that the spring bud or our saplings may bloom with the summer, and gain a fruitful and estimable maturity by the autumn, we wound up our W or- cestershire season with most cheerful recollections.— Tours, & c, A COURSER. SHEFFIELD CLUB Mr B. Saunder's bk l> Belle Mr Dunn's bk d Sambo Mr C. Smith's bd b Strive Mr A. D. Gough'sbddGamekeeper.. Mr Bult's bd b Winlova Mr Gunn's bk b Bashful Mr White's bd b Werritt ( HADDON FIELDS) MEETING— MARCH 18. Stewards: Messrs Greening, Hutchinson, Mason, Ellison, and Hancock. The SHEFFIELD CUP. Mr Jackson's bd d Jardine ( late Flybynight), by Derwentwater out of Hookey, beat Mr W. T. Brittlebank's bk b Smut, by Grasper— Grace Mr T. P. Wreak's bk d Black Draught, by Sirius out of Fly, beat Mr J. Waterhouse's bd b Miss Nightingale, by Diamond out of Bess Mr T. Wagstafl's bk d Smoker, by Whip out of Lill, beat Mr W. Storey s r d Admiral Lyons ( late Admiral', by Kossuth out of Liberty Mr Greening's w f b White Rose, by Smoker out of Sawdust, beat Mr J. L. Woodcock's bk d Black Doctoi, by Black Prince out of Bess Jardiue beat Black Draught Smoker beat White P. ose Mr T. WagstafPs Smoker beat Mr Jackson's Jardlne, and wen the cup. The BAKEWELL PUPPY CUP. Mr T. Thompson's r w d Red Rover,' by Tanner out of Maltby, beat Mr Greening's bk d Othello, by Bedlamite out of Queen of Hearts Mr Hutchinson's bk d Happy go Lucky ( late Simpleton), by Weapon out of Shuttle, beat Mr T. Brittlebank's Sam, by Smoker out of Lucy Mr T. Thompson's bk w b Lucy Long, by Tanner out ot Maltby, beat Mr Wreaks's bd d Wormwood, by Sirius out of Fly Mr G. S. Greening's bk d Black Doctor, by Bedlamite out of Queen of Hearts, beat Mr John Shortrid| e's be b Ceres, by Dart out ot i ly Happy go Lucky beat Red Rover |' Black Doctor beat Lucy Long Mr G. S. Greening's Black Doctor beat Mr Hutchinson's Happy go Lucky, and won the cup. The HADDON- FIELDS STAKES. Mr T. M. Ellison's bk d Embezzlement ( late Saddler), beat Mr John Thorp's r d Hector . „ , Mr J. Mason's bk b Little Briton, by Bedlamite out of Queen of Diamonds, beat Mr T. WagstafPs f b Venus, by Whip out of Lill Mr T. Brittlebank's r b Lady, by Hector out of Sybil, beat Mr H. Bar- ker's bk b Fly, by Whip out of Tricksey Mr P. Hancock's f d Sir Charles, by Kossuth out of Liberty, beat Mr G. S. Greening's bk b Green Mantle, by Bedlamite— Qu9en of Hearts , Little Briton beat Embezzlement. Lady and Sir Charles ran two undecided courses, when dark- ness prevented the stake from being run out, and it was divided according to the courses ruu. [ We regret that we have not space for the remarks of a cor- respondent on this rapidly improving meeting.— ED.] Sambo beat Belle II. ill. Strive beat Gamekeeper beat Mr Smith's Strive beat Mr Dunn's Sambo, and won the stakes. The SAPLING STAKES, four dogs, X. Mr Wilson's r d Whirlwind beat Mr Saunders's fb Trot Mr A. D. Gougli's bk b Gazelle .. ^ Mr Ashmore's bk b Augur Mr Wilson's Whirlwind bt Mr Gough's Gazelle, and won the stakes. The SAPLING STAKES, four dogs. I. « . Mr Ashmore's bk b Awful beat Mr Saunders's bk d Speed Mr Bult's f d Corsair .. ^ Mr Wilson's bk d W izard Mr Bult's Corsair beat Mr Ashmore's Awful, and won the stakes. BELLEEK MEETING- MARCH 11 & 12. Lord H. Loftus, J. C. Bloomfield, Esq, Jas. Johnston, Esq Judge: Mr Owens. The BELLEEK STAKES for 16 dogs, at £ 3 10s each. Mr J. Johnston ns b d Winder Sir Dickson ns bd b Erin ( 2) Mr Anderson's w bk d Alma ( 1) Mr Johnston's bk d Blueskin Mr Bloomfield 11s bk b Alice ( 2) MrF. Bloomfieldnsbk dLordRaglan , Mr F. Bloomfieid ns w bk b Victoria II. W I Balaklava beat Spring I Daystar beas Trene HI. I - Legar Hill beat Daystar IV. Mr Winder drew Easter and declared his Legar Hill the winner of the stakes. The SAPLING STAKES, l dogs. I. Mr Kirk's r d Mount Dobbin, by Glenastle out of Molly, beat Capt Hamilton's bk w b Cossy. by Forward out of Bubble and Squeak Mr Dickson's be d Dasher, by Cardington out of Blue Belle, ran a bye Mr Kirk's Mount Dobbin beat Mr Dickson's Dasher, and won the stakes The CASTLECALIJWELL STAKES. I. beat Mr Savage's r d Buccaneer Mr Kirk's r d Rienzi Mr Thomson ns bk b Easter Mr Winder's r diegar Hill Mr Browne's bd d Felix Mr Savage's w bk b Balaklava .. Mr Rutherford's bk w d Spring .. Mr Dicksen's r w b Daystar Mr Kirk's r b Trene ran a bye Easter beat Riexizi Legar Hill beat Felix Easter beat Balaklava Mr Anderson's bk w d Alma Mr Dickson's w f d Dart Mr Kirk's r d Rienzi Mr Browne's bd d Felix Mr Kirk's r b Linnet Alma beat Dart Rienzi beat Felix Alma beat Linnet ( 1) Mr Armstrong's bd d Rupert Mr Dickson's be w d Dundonald ( 1) Mr Armstrong ns bk b Witch ^ Mr Anderson's bk w b Flyaway Gin I Linnet ran a bye III. A. Rienzi ran a bye Mr Anderson's Alma and Mr Kirk's Rienzi divided the stakes. Mr Bayly's bk b Bribery 1 ( late Jurisprudence) J Mr Bayly's bk b Black Satin Mr Rodon's be d Rugeley Bribery beat Rugeley HERBERTSTOWN MEETING- MARCH 13. Stewards: Earl of Bective, M. P., J. Rodon, C. A. Nicholson, J. Bayly! jun, and G. A. Pollock, Esqs. Judge: J. N. Waller, Esq. Tlie BECTIVE CUP. I. Mr Bayly's w bk b Busy beat Mr Pollock's bk d Beefsteak Mr Rodon's bk w b Wyvern .. Mr Bayly's f b Chink- a- cliink Lord Bective's bk b Billet .. Mr Rodon's bk d Venison ( 1) Lord Bective's bk b Bosio .. ^ Mr Pollock's r b Fiddle- de- dee • usy beat Billet j Bosio beat Wyvern ( 1) Lord Bective's Bosio, by Forward out ef Maid of Orleans, beat Mr Bayly Busy, by Mandarin out of Wilhelmina, and won the oup. The ALLENSTOW- N* STAKES. I. beat Mr Rodon's Roman Cement Lord Bective's f d Bourke Lord Bective's bk b Busy II. | Black Satin ran a bye. III. Mr Bayly withdrew Black Satin, by Mandarin out of Hill of Faughan and declared his Bribery, by Junta out of Honour Bright, the winner of the stakes. SO JTHFIELD * udge: MrThos. Hyslop. MEETING— MAECH 13. Secretary: Slipper: Mr Win. Thompson, Robert Fauset. The SOUTHFIELD STAKES. I. Mr Tinkler's f d Charley Boy beat Mr Fisher's f d Money Catcher Mr Mr Pearson's w d Coupland Beck, Mr Fisher's r b Fly Mr T. Nicholson's bk b Annie" 1 Laurie i'' Mr Thompson's rb Lily of the") Valley Mr Tinkler's w f b Bashful Mr Blenkarn's f b Violet Mr Thompson's r d Hector Mr Fauset's f w b Keisley Lark Mr Blenkarn's f w b Bess Mr Jno. Nicholson's r d Burgundy Mr Richardson's r b Ver. us Mr Robinson's f b Bess Mr Jackson's r d Prince of Wales Mr Atkinson's r w d Busker THE II. Coupland Beck bt Charlie Boy 1 Bashful beat Lily of the Valley Fly heat Annie Laurie I Violet beat Hector III. Fly beat Coupland Beck ^ Bashful beat Violet Mr Fisher's Fly, by Capt Elliott's Voltigeur out of D. Dinwood's Lady Pembroke, beat Mr Tinkler's Bashful, by Mr Sharp's Hughie Graham out of Benn's Old Bashful, and won the stakes, CROOME SAPLING MEETING- MARCH 18. Judge: Mr Bennett. Slipper: Mr C. Presdee. The CBOOME STAKES, for saplings. Mr Watkins's r b Fan, by Dandie Dinmont out of Wrath ( whelped May), beat Mr Haywood's bk b Holiday, by Ranter out of Hilarity ( May) Mr Harper's r b p Plush, by Major out of Blue ( March 27), beat Mr Badgery's bk w t b Bibio, by British Tar out of Wild Nell ( April) Mr Harper's Plush beat Mr Watkins's Fan, and won the stakes. The CLIFTON STAKES, for saplings. Mr Fletcher's r b Fly, by Rector out of Jewess ( February), beat Mr Best's be w t d Random, by Bloomer out of Ready ( January) Mr Ashmore's bk b Alliance, by Forrester out of Bess ( February), b « at Mr Patrick's bk d Public Money, by Ranter out of Royalty ( February) Mr Ashmore's Alliance beat Mr Fletcher's Fly, and won the stakes. The OLD PABK STAKES, for all ages. I. Mr Redfern's bk b Rejected beat Mr Watton's w bd b Welsh Heiress Mr Stait's bk b Stella .. ^ Mr Collins's bk b Luna Mr Stait's Stella beat Mr Redfern's Rejected, and won the stakes. The DEEB PAKK STAKES, for all ages. Mr Charlton's r b Trifle beat Mr Davis'a r w t d Dart Mr Davis's r d Diamond .. ^^ Mr Charlton's w t r d Triumph Mr Davis's Diamond, by War Eagle out of Bit, and Mr Charlton's Trifle divided the stakes. MATCHES. Mr Patrick's bd d Public Money agst Mr Deighton's f w h Daphne ( undecided) Mr Collins's bk b Luna, by Lopez out of Moonlight, beat Mr Watton's w bd b Welsh Heiress Mr Wilson's r d s Whirlwind, by Forrester out of Bess, beat Mr Grainger's be w d s Granby Mr Beaver's bk b Beetle, by Wigan out of Rejected, beat Mr Griffith's r d Gil Bias ( FROM OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT.) MR EDITOR: We commenced with the CROOME STAKES on the Clifton Meadows, where the hedges have been laid so recently that the hares lay but thinly. The change, however, will much benefit future running. The first hare was- found immediately in a very favourable part of the meadow, Fan appearing to have the speed of Holiday; the hare, however, favoured the latter, by which she reached her first, and wrenched three or four times very well; Fan then obtained the lead, and throughout a long course was decidedly superior. Plush led Bibio to the hare, continued to show good speed and decided superiority in an excellent course, indeed almost too good an one for saplings. The deciding course was the finest and best contested course between saplings ever witnessed in the park. The hare was found on the right hand side immediately on passing from the horse road, through the gate leading into the old park, and raced off in the direction for the Rabbit Bank, passing over the footpath and reaching the brow of it before she was turned by Plush, between which point and the flat she stood much and well contested work, evidently bearing for Clithstone Hill; too much pressed, however, she altered her course for Peter's Pit, which she reached safely, scarcely two lengths ahead of the dogs. THE CLIFTON STAKES— The first course was on the Clifton Meadows, and after a close race for 70 or 80 yards, Fly reached the hare first, ran on very cleverly, and had much the best of a long and capital course. Alliance was too fast and too clever for Public Money, with a very good hare in a good course,— The decidiag course was run in the Old Park, from Clithstone Hill, the hare running in the direction for the Rabbit Bank, but was brought round before reaching it by Alliance, who kept well on the line of her game, and had decidedly the best of a good course, the hare escaping. THE OLD PARK STAKES.— Rejected andWelsh Heiress ran their first course from Clithstone Hill, to an excellent hare, Heiress having the first turn, and a couple of wrenches on tho side of LATE COUND AND LONGNER MEETING. [ FROM AN OLD CORRESPONDENT.] MR EDITOR : The above meeting, the results of which, by electric telegraph, appeared in your last, commenced on Thurs- day, the 12th inst. We met at Cound, where there are some beautiful meadows by the Severn side, but were unfortunately disappointed in not finding the hares so plentiful as had been anticipated, and were consequently obliged to go occasionally upon plough; taking it altogether, however, the meeting was a very pleasant one, and our grateful thanks ought to be ex- pressed to the nobleman and gentlemen over whose soii we coursed for their permission to do so. With Lady Watford and Rejected in the slips we commenced the COUND STAKES,— In a long and severe course Lady Watford beat Rejected, leading from the slips, and taking first and second turns, after which they worked pretty evenly until crossing a lane, through which Rejected got best, but was soon passed by Lady Watford, who led five or six lengths to covert. Titled Treason, in a very long course, never allowed Black Leg to make a single Eoint. Waterloo led and wrenched his hare for about a mile, iady Harkaway merely following. Gipsy Girl led Doveywater, and cleverly wrenched five or six times, but in striking at the hare missed her, when Dovoy made a kill of no merit. Bright Eye came to the slips to all appearance in her old form, and very easily defeated Amy, doing nearly all the work in an average course. After two undecided courses Hecla easily dis- posed of Pretty Polly. Goldfinder, first from the slips, turned three times and put Brimstone in, who soon balanced what he had scored. The red came again, wrenched three or four times, and ended with a kill of merit. Myrtle beat Alice at all points. THE LONGNER STAKES.— Columbine thoroughly outpaced Wellington, and did two parts out of three of the work. Tap- ster did not appear to go as 1 have seen him, and, therefore, allowed Hector an easy victory. Random led at a great pace, wrenched three times, and cleverly killed, putting Orange Blos- som quite out of bloom. Early Blush and Malibran, two very good looking, but, at the same time, differently formed animals, were much fancied by their respective friends, consequently their course was looked forward to with much interest. An even run from the slips for some distance, when the hare popping into a dip the dogs were for a moment unsighted ; the red being the larger of the two caught sight first, and the hare at the same time turning herself completely round, it gave her the ad- vantage of a lead of some lengths, when she turned, wrenched, and put the black in, who turned, and dashed at the hare, but missed ; there was then some beautiful work done equally ; the red making a throw to kill, gave the black the possession of the hare, which she turned three or four times and killed cleverly. Alice Grey very easily put Last out of time. After a short un- decided course between Fairest Maiden and Brilliant, the latter was drawn. Mainsail led and turned the hare once; British Flag then turned and killed meritoriously. Neck or Nothing cleverly won from Golden Eye in a short course. This ended the first day's sport. FRIDAY.— Thi3 meet was at Spring Field Gate, and we com- menced with the first ties for the COUND STAKES : Titled Trea- son led Lady Watford four or five lengths on some dry fallow into a lane, along which he ran about two hundred yards and picked the hare up without a turn. Waterloo, after a short un- decided course with Gipsy Girl, was drawn. Brighteye, with a great lead from the slips took two turns, let Hecla 111 for one, then took the hare completely away from her and killed. Gold- finder, after one undBcided course, in the second led Myrtle to the hare, and obtained first turn; each then made three or four points, when the red, after wrenching the hare three times up to a fence, fell, and at that moment both got unsighted. A second hare j umped up, but the course was very properly decided up to that point. THE LONGNER STAKES.— First ties: Columbine would not allow Hector to make a point, wrenching seven or eight times, and killing. A very fast run course between Early Blush and Random, in whicli^ there was some clever work done by each, the hare rather favouring the bitch, who just won by a kill of some merit. Fairest Maiden wrenched four times and killed, without receiving the slightest assistance from Alice Grey. British Flag beat Neck or Nothing easily, having every point.— Second ties: Titled Treason did some very good work in the first part of his course with Gipsy Girl, and won, the hare getting too soon to covert to allow the bitch to " balance accounts," which she was very clevery wiping off. Goldfinder had a long undecided course with Brighteye, through two hares getting up ; in the next he won easily. Early Blush, in a smart run course, cleverly beat Columbine. Fairest Maiden, after two undecided courses, led British Flag, took first turn, put him in, when he wrenched four or five times; the hare then broke away, and she gave him a fine racing go- by, turned, and led to covert.— Third ties : Titled Treason, in a nice trial for speed with Goldfinder, just led ( the hare rather favoured him), and wrenched three times up to a withy bed, in which the hare escaped.— Deciding course: Early Blush did two parts out of three of the work in a long, severe course with Fairest Maiden, who appeared to go rather stiff from the slips. The course lor the Couples created a good deal of excitement, and varied were the opinions as to the probable result. It was run nearly as follows:— After a short no- go, a hare was driven from a withy bed, and at least a hundred and fifty > ards law was allowed. At first they ran as evenly as if in couples, but Early Blush gradually drew away and got first to the hare, which she turned and wrenched four or five times before Titled Treason got in ; the latter then scored three or four points, and that was all, as the bitch took complete command, and drove the hare before her for nearly a mile to cover. She is, I consider, one of the best greyhounds of the season, and from her running we may conclude that she possesses the essential qualities so necessary in a good animal. Her pace is good, and she has proved herself very stout. It often occurs that the best dogs are drawn to- gether ; and had this not been the case I should have expected to have seen Malibran very close at the finish. Titled Treason did not finish as he began ; perhaps he was not exactly up to the mark. Goldfinder ran a game dog, but was unfortunate in get- ting some long undecided courses, which certainly diminished his chance. Fairest Maiden, from her style of going, shows that she has some of the Scythian blood in her veins, but, at the same time, I do not expect to see her turn out a " Wee Wee." If Gipsy Girl had a little more pace she would be a dangerous an- tagonist ; so would Columbine, if to the pace she possesses she was steadier in her working. Random and Lady Watford are equally worthy of notice. The former is very fast, and from the vast improvement in him since the commencement of the season will no doubt be heard of again. The defeat of the latter may be reasonably attributed to the nature of the ground on which she ran her beaten course, it not suiting her at all. Of the saplings, Marmion, the winner of the dog stake, is a large, good looking greyhound, of somewhat about 70lb weight, goes a great pace, and is a good close worker. His owner may well be proud of his purchase. Worthless, the winner of the bitch stakes, is an exceedingly quick, clever running sapling, and one of the best I have seen this season; she won her courses very easily. Taking the muster altogether in a lot, it may unquestionably be stated that a better sample of grey- hounds have rarely met throughout the season. It must have been very pleasing to Mr Warwick to know that the opinions generally coincided with his decisions, particularly when ex- pressed by such experienced and well- known coursing authori- ties as were present. Presdee finished his season here as he began, by slipping as well as a man could do. I now conclude, buoyed with the hope that on some future day we shall enjoy equally good sport.— Tours, & c, SALOPIA, CALEDONIAN COURSING MANAGEMENT- THE RED DEER MONEY, & c. MR EDITOR : My attention has been called to a letter in your former publication, from Mr. Cannon, the acting paid secretary of this Club, and also to another from Mr W. Sharpe, one of its stewards. The first it is unnecessary to notice further, but to the last I beg to submit a few hurried remarks. First: I am very sorry Mr Sharpe should think me guilty of any want of courtesy in referring to his name with certain other stewards, whom I conceived unaware of the club mismanage- ments alluded to in my letter in your paper of the 22d ult. I can assure him I meant no discourtesy whatever. I have the highest respect for Ms character and person, and rejoice to see he is now devoting attention to the subjects ; and although we may perhaps differ on some points of " routine" or " etiquette," I trust both are cordially at one in the great necessity of effect- ing the disagreeable and Herculean task of sweeping out what and not of ; sport; and how difficult it is to reform axd remedy bad habits and systems. I beg to assure Mr Sharpe that I haye no private or personal interest to serve by entering upon the painful and most un- pleasant duty of denouncing the system of Caledonian coursing. I do it from a sense of public duty, and from a conviction of its errors, and a hope that public exposure loill do what private remonstrances have failed to do— lead to reformation. And whether I point out the errors of the system, in the name of a private individual, as a reporter of the press, as a correspon- dent of your paper, or in the name and capacity of " A Public Courser," I hold that, in common with every other man living iu a free country, and under a free press, like ours, loving fair play, and desirous of seeing British field sports always conducted on upright principles, I am fully entitled to express my complaints, and you, Mr Editor, to lay them before the public iu your i n- partial paper for free and fair discussion ; and it seems to me, with all deference to Mr Sharpe, a weak excuse for any stewards or managers of public coursing, whose names are printed in the field cards and iu the Club reports to public newspapers, to object to public discussions of their proceedings, or endeavour to stifle or evade inquiry or responsibility, on the plea that the real signature of your correspondent or reporter is not published in your paper. I humbly think, Mr Editor, that your reply on this point to Mr Blanshard, iu your publication ot the 15th ult, to which I beg to call the attention of your readers, should satisfy Mr Sharpe and all others; and the more so, perhaps, because two at least of his brother stewards have, I believe, already anonymously appeared in your columns, as writers on these very subjects. The acting secretary also, in a cotemporary paper— and, if I mistake not, Mr Sharpe himself— has favoured us also in your columns with seve- ral highly talented and poetical anonymous letters and reports, in reference to Biggar Coursing questions and management. At any rate, be this as it may, I am not aware of stating, as he alleges, auything in my letters that is incorrect in fact or other- wise ; aud if Mr Sharpe can prove that I am mistaken in this, I can only say I shall be ready to admit and apologise for it; but at present 1 hope he will excuse me from gratifying his or the public curiosity, by proclaiming my real name or signature. Suffice it that— I am, & c, A PUBLIC COURSER. THE SCOTCH COURSING MEETINGS. MR EDITOR : Much attention has been given in this district to the Scotch Coursing Meetings— the Caledonian and Biggar especially— and to the many unpleasant exposures which have appeared in public regarding the management.— exposures which all good coursers must regret, but which were imperatively called for as the best means of rectification. It had been hoped that these clubs would have taken the hint thrown out at the Great Waterloo Meeting here, and adopted some uniform code of laws for governing their open meetings, and bring references to a court of appeal, BUCII as the jockey club ; but the Caledonian club, it seems, is still too wise in its own conceit, and nothing but its own peculiar set of laws, referred to by one of your correspondents as of the King Bomba principle of arbitrary despotism, suits these managers; and, accordingly, we see en- grossed on their field cards the following:—" All disputes and differences must be referred to the stewards and secretary, whose decision shall be final, without appeal." We have heard, Mr Editor, of " Lynch law," and in Scotland, in olden time, of " Jedburgh law," where the party accused was hanged first, and then afterwards tried at the leisure of the judges; but this Caledonian law seems something worse still, for, as graphically described by another of your correspondents, the stewards are here made " into judge, jury, and plaintiff, in their own causes," What justice, then, is to be expected under such a system ? Need the exposures in your paper be wondered at ? The only surprise is, that enlightened and independent men, as the Scotch usually are, submit to and tolerate such despotism. The best practical comment on the system seems now afforded by the falling off in the entries of this club. Formerly a sixty- four dog " open" stake was readily filled, but now, at last week's meeting, notwithstanding all the advertising, canvassing, " whipping," and " spurring" for entries, it seems only twenty- fouK appeared, and nearly one- half were from the managers themselves, so that- it appears the entire public, and nearly the whole of the ordinary members of this club, have kept aloof altogether. Could a stronger proof of the unpopularity of the system be afforded ? We here sincerely hope the Biggar Club will profit by this example. Their open meeting next week will be an overflowing bumper. Several dogs go from this county. " Welsh's Rules'' are advertised to govern the meeting— not " Caledonian"— and the result is most marked iu public favour, as next week's list will abundantly show. We trust the stewards to be appointed will strictly carry out these rules, and not let them be in any degree evaded, as at the last St Leger Autumn Meeting, where one dog, Kingfisher, was put out for want of a certificate of pedigree, and another dog, Sweetbriar, substituted, who, report says, was equally destitute of certificate; yet he was allowed to run on and - win. Again, also, it is said, Su3an Whitehead, the St Leger winner, had no certificate; and if this be really so, it may not be too late yet to investigate and remedy these appa- rently most unpleasant spots. Objections to Welsh's rules may be lodged at any time, and the attention of the meeting next week may properly be directed to it. " Better late than never" to reform and remedy defects and errors.— Yours, & c, A LANCASHIRE COURSER. AQUATIC REGISTER. HIGH WATER AT LONDON BRIDGE. MOENING, EVENING. SUNDAY, MABCH 22 3 min past 11 .... 45 iain past II MONDAY 0 min past 12 .... 18 min past 12 TUESDAY 45 min past 12 6 min past 1 WEDNESDAY 28 min past 1 .... 4( 3 min past 1 THUBSDAY 0 min past 2 .... 26 min past 2 FEIDAY 42 min past 2 .... 2 mill past 3 SATURDAY 28 min pa3t 3 42 min past 8 31. opinion evidently prevailed. Some were of opinion that cards should be altogether prohibited, others thought there was a great deal of infra dig in a member's friend not being allowed to take parf, while others openly espoused cribbage, and without means. The total number of persons saved from shipwreck since the first establishment of this institution, for rescuing whom the committee have granted honorary and pecuniary rewards, was 10,101. Who could contemplate this large number of lives SALE OF MR LAWRENCES GREYHOUNDS. The sale of Mr Lawrence's " crack" kennel of greyhounds took place on March 14, at Aldridge's Repository, St Martin's- lane, in the presence of a large concourse of the " brethren of the leash," The following prices were realised :— STALLION DOG. £ s d LOEEZ, by VrayeFoy out of Elf 16 5 6 SECOND SEASON DOGS. LEOLINE, bk b, by Lopez out of Landgravine S6 15 0 LEONOBA, bd b, by Lopez out of Landgravine 28 7 0 LEIPSIG, be d, by Lopez out of Landgravine 9 19 6 LEO, fd, by Lopez out of Bowie's Black Satin 110 FIRST SEASON. LUCID Interval, bk b, by Bedlamite out of Lurlei 21 0 0 LUCY ASHTON, bk t b, by Bedlamite out of Lurlei 10 10 0 BLACK BITCH, by Lopez out Of Landgravine 10 19 0 LEAK, bk d, by Bedlamite out of Lurlei 8 8 0 LUPUS, r d, by Lopez out of Harris's Harriett 7 17 6 BLACK TICKED BITCH, by Lopez out of Lynx 8 8 0 SAPLINGS. FAWN BITCH, by Lablache out of Lurlei ( whelped Feb 5, 1856).. 24 3 0 BLACK DOG, by Lopez out of The Rejected ( Habrab's dam) ( whelped Jan 6, 1856) 6 16 GREYHOUND PRODUCE. On the 12th inst, at Boothby House, near Lincoln, Mr Mar- fleet's white and fawn bitch Highland Home, by Wigan out of Semphronia, whelped four black ticked dogs and three black ticked bitches by Ranter. At Ainderby Steeple, on the 7th inst, Mr Scott's Fan, by his Yan out of The Widow, seven puppies by Mr Cass's Blackcap, namely, three fawn bitches, one black bitch, one blue and fawn bitch, one fawn dog, and one blue and white dog. Mr Gregson's Cat o' Nine Tails was served by Mr Hyslop's Harpoon, on the 4th inst. Mr Hyslop's blue bitch Eve was put to Mr Jardine's Baron 011 the 7th iust. On the 16th inst, Mr Curling's red bitch Spiteful, by Hawk out of a bitch bred by Mr Dobede, by Douro out of Daisy, was served by Mr J. M. Harvey's Sam. At Linden, on the 12th inst, Mr Black's The Pullett, eight pups by Bedlamite, viz, four dogs and four bitches ( all black). The following bitches have been served by Blackcap:— On the 9th inst Ino, 17th Clara, and 18th Sophy. At Derry Castle, on the 9th inst, Mr James Spaight's yellow bitch Puss whelped six puppies to Mr Pollock's Forward. EXTRAORDINARY GREYHOUND LEAP.— On Wednesday last, when W. M. Redfern, Esq, was coursing on the estate of Cieg- horn, N. B., his brindled dog Highland Brigade struck at a hare on the edge of the crag overhanging the River Monso, sprung over with his prize into the river ( a depth of 80 feet), and strange to relate, came ashore unscathed, leaving pussy floating down the stream. THE PEDIGREE OF KINGFISHER,— Mr Editor: I have been appealed to by the owners of the dog Kingfisher to contradict the returns 3ent to you of the meeting held at Belsay on the 22d of December last. The returns were not sent by me. The pedi- gree I received was—" He was got by The Chief of Monteitli."— Yours, & c, WM. WILKINSON, sec to Newcastle Coursing Club. Jim Crow, the winner of the Torthorwald Stakes at the Nithsdale and Galway Meeting, is by Solway out of The Queen of the Forest. CHATHAM AND ROCHESTER FANCY. IRABBIT CLUB. The winter exhibition of prize rabbits took place on Monday last. The number of rabbits exhibited were not so great as 011 former occasions, owing to the severity of the winter months, as the rabbits contending for prizes, by the rules of the society, must not exceed eight months old. The breeders having had much to contend with, accounts for the small number, the total not exceeding 40. Notwithstanding this, there were some fine animals amongst them. The show- room, which was prettily fitted up with entire new hutches, was visited throughout the day by a very large number of persons, who purchased some of the rabbits at very high prices. At three p. m. the members and friends of the- club sat down to dinner, in the large room of the Gibraltar Inn, New- road, Chatham ( which is their club house). The dinner was of the first- rate description, and reflected much credit 011 the landlord, Mr Vinear. Among the visitors were Mr Mills, Mr Norman, and friends from the Woolwich Fancy Club j and Mr Clinton and some friends from the Maidstone Society. In the evening the large room, in which the prize rabbits were shown, became crowded with a respectable com- pany. At eight o'clock, Mr John Scullard presided as chairman, and opened the business in a brief speech, observing that he felt much pleasure in seeing so numerous and respectable a company; and notwithstanding the prize animals to be submitted to their view were not equal to their former exhibitions, he was quite satisfied that some first- rate rabbits would be placed before them. The prizes as awarded by the judges, Messrs Shrubsole, Ayerst, and Scullard, were called for, and the rabbits, in each instance, were placed on the table for general inspection. FIRST PRIZE.— For longest ears: Mr Williamson's black doe, length of ear 20iu by 4| in wide, age 3 months 21 days, weight 71b loz; it was a beautiful coloured animal. SECOND.— For next length of ears: Mr Large's black and white doe, length of ear 19fin by 4| in wide, age 4 months 22 days, weight 9lb lOoz; this was also a very splendid rabbit. THIRD.— For next length of ears: There was a tye between Mr Workmen's black and white buck, and Mr Baker's sooty fawn doe; the former measured, in length of ear, 19iin by 4| in wide, age 7 months 23 days, weight 81b lOoz; the length of e » r of the latter was 19| in by 4| in wide, age 4 months 23 days, weight 81b; it was a first- rate rabbit. The next were rabbits which gained prizes for all properties. FOURTH.— For the best black and white: Mr Ayerst's black and white doe, length of ear 18fin by 4$ in wide, age 4 mouths 18 days, weight 71bl4oz ; it was a very compact rabbit. FIFTH.— For best yellow and white : Mr Hyder's yellow and white doe, length of ears 18fin, 4Jin wide, age 4 raonths 24 days, weight 81b 12oz; its head, colour, shape, and make were admired by all. SIXTH.— For the best tortoiseshell: Mr Deard's tortoiseshell doe, length of ear 19Jin, 4^ in wide, age 5 months 2 days, weight 8lb 2oz; for a young rabbit it was the best produced. The two prizes, seventh and eighth, for blue and white and grey and white, were not taken. NINTH.— For best self colour was taken by Mr Frisby's sooty fawn doe, length of ear 19Jin, 4| in wide, age 7 months 8 days, weight 81b 6oz. TENTH PRIZE.— For weight: Mr Shrubsole's black doe, length of ear 19| in, 4Jin wide, age 6 months, weight 71b lOoz. A prize was given on this occasion, for extra weight, which was gained by Mr Bath's sooty fawn buck, length of ear 18Jin, 4iin wide, age 12 months 4 days, it weighed 131b 81boz, it looked a most wonderful animal. teresting by the establishment of a daily club room. It had been his impression, long before its formation, that it would add to the success of the club, and the recent great addition of mem- bers would materially enhance its advancement. Great care had been taken, iu a pecuniary point of view, and they had endea- voured to reduce the prices to the nearest possible limit. They had strong competition to encounter iu another institution not far off, and much pains had been exercised to prevent the Royal London Yacht Club labouring under any mistake. He was happy to inform them that there was no rivalry nor ill- feeling existing between them and any other institution ; all such institutions were intended to advance the sport of yachting, and to produce that cordiality of feeling which should ever exist amongst gentlemen, and he hoped that every institution would flourish like the Royal Thames Yacht Club. It was proposed by the Commodore, and seconded by Mr Monk, that the auditors, Messrs J. Crockford, J. W. Stanbridge, and J. T. Talmadge, be re- elected; carried unanimously. The Sailing and House Committee, having been moved and seconded, were as follows :— Sailing Committee: The flag officer and treasurer, Messrs E. Beachcroft, J. Crockford, W. Dell, C. F. Farmer, H. S. Fearon, R. Knight, S. Lane, R. P. Monk, E. S. Philips. House Committee: The flag officer and treasurer, Messrs G. Appleton, A. Crosley, E. Crosley, C. F. Farmer, W. Goodson, H. Hoffman, W. R. Maynard, S. F. Oriel, E. S, Philips, Capt Robertson, A. Skeeti, R. Tress. The following were appointed measurers of yachts : Messrs J. Crockford, C. F. Farmer, and E. S. Bulmer. Thanks having been respectfully returned by a representative of each of these bodies, the business of the evening terminated. HENLEY- ON- THAMES ROYAL REGATTA. At a meeting of the stewards of this regatta, which was held 011 Thursday, March 12, the rules were brought up as rearranged and amended by the committee, and received the approval of the meeting. We subjoin the principal alterations, from which it will be seen that the Universities and public schools will now have a race exclusively set apart for themselves:— Ladies' Chal- lenge Plate: The clubs of colleges of Oxford and Cambridge, aud the schools of Eton and Westminster, shall alone be qualified to contend for this prize, and each of the crew shall, at the time of entering be bond fide a resident member of such college or school.— Wyfold Challenge Cap: Any amateur club shall be qualified to contend for this, prize, but members of crews, who have contended, or are entered to contend for the Grand Chal- lenge Cup, or the Stewards' Cup, shall be disqualified from row- ing.— For the local prizes an extension of the qualification has also been made, which enables those residing within sixteen miles of Henley, instead of twelve, as heretofore, to contend. The chief alteration in the general rules will be found in No. 13, which said, " Competitors shall toss for station;" this now stands, " Stations shall be drawn for by the stewards on the Can there be a doubt that we have found him : morning of the race, in the presence of the competitors, or their — e — ;—"" 0 - 4.- H representatives;" and the reason given for the expediency of the change is, that spectators will now be able better to distin guish the competitors. We are glad to hear that the regatta accounts this year showed an improved state of the exchequer, aud several fresh names have been added to the list of stewards. FOOTBALL AT THE SCHOOLS, SHREWSBURY. SIXTH FORM V THE SCHOOL.— This game, which had been congested with great spirit between two picked elevens on a former occasion, was to- day ( the 10th inst) decided in favour of the School, on whose side Mr Hilleary had the honour of ob- taining the conquering game. The following were the elevens: SIXTH FOKM.— Moseley, Twist, Batten, Yardley, Rees, Poole ( captain), Churton, Andrews, Warren, Lorimer, Edwards, Stokes, sen ( goal- keeper). SCHOOL.— Cropper, Mundy, Williams, Vaugban, Croft, Hil- leary, Davies, Ash, Preston, Jones, sen, Simpson, jun, Butterton ( goal- keeper). RABBIT COURSING— John Beech of Kidsgrove, Stafford- shire, will match his brown bitch, 22ilb weight, against John Gibson's black and white bilch, 23jlb, the best of 31 courses, 60 yards law, for £ 20 or £ 25 a side. Jas. Holden of Manchester to be stakeholder, and to choose a referee. To come off in three , , . , - . weeks or a month. If Hot accepted any other dog or bitch can has been designated the Augean1 kennel of Scotch coursing: and be accommodated, at 22* lb. Money always ready at the Crown in a desire to substitute a sweeter and better system of rules and principles in future, with reasonable security for their being properly carried out by stewards and managers. I regret, with him, that the discussion of the evils of the past and present systems is disagreeable, and the exposure not credit- and Thistle, or at the Greyhound Inn, Kidsgrove. Jas. Smith will back his fawn and white bitch Nancy, 201b weight, against John Gimbert's white dog, for £ 20 or £ 25 a side, providing Gimbert will give two dead rabbits out of 15, 60 yards law. Jas. Holderi to be stakeholder. To run at Stredford, a£ le , t,° lg00,1 c0US'fiers> that 18 reasoi1 why evils I Blakely, or Bellevue, or she shall run any dog or bitch, 19lb should be altowed to continue, or good men refuse or refrain from weight, in Staffordshire, for the above sum. A deposit can be aiding in their reformation. I have pointed out ( imperfectly it always insured at the Greyhound Inn, Kidsgrove. may be) the existence of many evils. The Red Deer money bu- A match has been made between W. Johns's Jessy and Henry siness is only one of a number of instances of bad management Spencer's Smoke ( both of Liverpool), for £ 25 a side, the best of — it is a paltry sum of about £ 20 only; but it affords, on that 21 courses ; to come off at Southport, on the 20th April, account, a more striking proof of how greatly public coursers The match between Johns's Jessy and Brindle's Bet came off and managers may err m the pursuit of mere gain or money, 0n Monday last, at Liverpool Race Course, when Jessy won easy. REGATTAS AND MATCHES TO COME. MARCH. Hill and May— to row from Putney to Mortlake, for £ 5 a side. APRIL. 2.— Carrol and Campbell— to row for £ 10 a side, at Glasgow. 3.— Oxford and Cambridge Eight- oared Race, from JVlortlake to Putney. 9.— Prince of Wale3 Yacht Club Opening Trip. Folly House at 3: S0 p. m. 10.— Fletcher and Godfrey— to row from Putney to Mortlake, £ 5 a side. 10.— Geddes and M'Gilvery— to row for £ 10 a side, at Glasgow. 13.— Nautilus Club Rowing Match, from Putney to Chiswick. 13.— T. Candlish and W. Taylor— to row from the High Level Bridge to Scotswood, for £ 30 aside. MAY. 12.— Kelly and Messenger— to row from Putney to Mortlake, for £ 200 a side and the Championship of the Thames. 19.— J. Clasper and Wright— to row a scullers race, for £ 40 a side, at Norwich. ; 3.— Royal Thames Yacht Club Opening Trip. Blackwall, at 2 p. m. JUNE. 2.— Royal Thames Yacht Club Sailing Match, 1st and 2d Classes, from Eritli to the Nore and back. First prize £ 100, second prize £ 50. Entries close May 25, at 10 p. m. 13.— Clyde Model Yachi Club Opening Cruise, 20.— Royal Thames Yacht Club Schooner Match, from Gravesend round the Mouse and back. First Class £ 100, second class £ 50. Entries close June 11, at 10 p. m. 30 and July 1.— Royal Irish Yacht Club Regatta. JULY. 17.— Clyde Model Yacht Club Regatta at Largs. 18.— Royal Thames Yacht Club Sailing Match for cutters of 3d and 4tli classes, from Erith to tlie Chapman and back. Third class £ 40, fourth class—. First boat £ 30, second £ 10, Entries close July 9th, at 10 p. na. AUGUST. 29,— Clyde Model Yacht Club Regatta at Dunoon. ROYAL LONDON YACHT CLUB. Those who hold the helm of affairs in this club bad ample occasion to congratulate themselves upon the gather- ing of last Monday evening, which was larger than any ever seen within the walls of the Caledonian.— Mr James Goodson, the Commodore, presided during the ballot and transaction of other routine business, and then gave place to Mr Crockford, who was unanimously voted to the chair, and having informed them that they had before them the important duty of electing officers, stated that it was © pen to any gentleman to move a proposition.— Mr Reynolds, of the Royal Yacht squadron, rose and said : You have heard that one of the important objects of this meeting is the election ol officers, and I wish it had devolved upon abler hands than mine to make the first nomination. I am, however, happily re- lieved from much of the embarrassment I might otherwise feel by the circumstance of the gentleman whose name I shall men- tion being so much honoured and esteemed amongst you, that my inefficiency will be lost sight of in the popu- larity of the gentleman I shall propose. I rise to pro- pose the re- election of your much- respected Commodore, Mr James Goodson, and I am sure 110 comment of mine respecting his valuable services, from the formation of this club to its present state of prosperity, is needed, when you look around you and see the evidences of his ability and zeal, exhi- bited by the large assemblage I have now the honour of address- ing, I make tho nomination with every feeling of gratification, and I am sure you will receive it with every demonstration of pleasure [ cheers],— Mr Philips said : I have had the honour for many years past in seconding the nomination of our worthy Com- modore, and it affords me much pleasure to do it again on the pre- sent occasion ~ each succeeding year of more importance to us ? We must all feel that we want a gentleman of great ability to carry us through with success, and our prosperity must have taught us that we possess it in our Commodoro. Much has been said about the right man in the right place, and we cannot have a better man in a better place [ renewed cheers].— Mr A. Crosley said: It affords me a very great deal of pleasure in having the honour to propose Captain Andrews as Vice- Commodore. I have happily been a member of this club for many years, and have watcj with delight its rising prosperity, and I associate the name of Captain Andrews with a person who has exerted his utmost to place us in the proud position we at present enjoy. A11 exceed- ingly deplorable indisposition deprives us of the pleasure of his society at the present, but I hope that ere long he may be again found' amongst us.— Capt Robertson said : I have much plea- sure in seconding the nomination of Captain Andrews.— Mr Crockford said: There is another to whom the post of carry- ing out important duties in this society is delegated, but who has as yet hardly had sufficient time to evince the zeal and regard he feels for our promotion. His recent appointment has been the cause of this; had he had longer time he would have done it most effectually. I have much pleasure to propose the election of Mr Kirby as Rear- Commodore; in doing so, it is but fair to state that cirumstances may call him away some months hence to Singapore, but these are all uncertain arrangements, and the probabilities are that something may turn up to pre- vent it. Lest, however, there should be a necessity for his departure, he has placed his office iu our hands, and I don't know that we may do better than re- ap- point him, as I still hope that he may be preserved to us. If his duties should, however, unfortunately take him away, aSd thus deprive us of his valuable services, we must look out for another equally as worthy, if possible, to supply his place. — Mr Powell: I rise to second the proposition, and shall deeply regret, with all of you, if anything should cause his absence, for it has been my earnest hope that he should be with us for years.— Mr Philips rose, and said : It has devolved 011 me to have the pleasure of proposing your treasurer, and, muck as I may say I shall do injustice to his merits, for whether others are able or unablo by nature of circumstances to do their duties, he is always at his post. When we have a treasurer who always keeps within the mark we have a most valuable officer. He is our chancellor of the exchequer, only better, because we have no arrears. When we find a gentleman whose qualifica- tions are so well known to us, a gentleman who attends to our every wish, a gentleman who attends to our comforts, and deeply studies our interests, can we have more ? If I were to endeavour to expatiate further upon Mr Eagle's merits I should only unnecessarily detain you, and be the means of postponing his re- election.— Mr W. H. Smith: I beg to second Mr Eagle as treasurer, and can only confirm what has been said of him. Personally, and for the interest of the ciub, I second him, feeling that we are only conferring a favour on ourselves.— The above officers having been duly elected, amidst acclamation, the cir- cumstance was announced to them by the two chief proposers, and they re- entered the club- room, where they were re- ceived with loud and long- continued applause.— The Com- modore, having resumed his position at the head of the table, said : I feel very much the honour you have done me in again electing me as Commodore. It is some years since I at first, at the suggestion of the members, took upon me this office, and the kindness I have received from you all during that lengthened period I can neither too fully acknowledge nor too highly appreciate. I have endeavoured to reciprocate that kind- ness by application to the duties of my office, and if I have not succeeded to the extent of your wishes, pray do not ascribe it to any want of a desire on my part to be of service, but to my in- ability. I am glad, very glad, to find the club has progressed, and is still progressing, aud I may add that that progression is to an extent that I really could not have anticipated. Its ad- vancement must be attributed to the good feeling exhibited by each of you, with a determination to waive all trifling differences in the universal desire to promote the general weal. Care will be taken to make the best arrangements to promote good sport during the ensuing season, and every desire shown to render our matches attractive ; and it will afford much gratification to the whole of the members to hear that the club is in such a pecu- niary position as to be envied [ cheers].— The Commodore again rose, and said : I must take upon me the duty of returning thanks for the Vice- Oommodore, who, I am sorry to say, is un- able to be present. A sad affliction has come over him, which has prevented his attending of late to business. I am in hopes we- shall all soon see him again. I am in hopes that he will re- ceive those advantages which medical skill generally affords. In the early part of our career he did a very great deal to advance the prosperity of this club, as many here can testify; and I feel that you would not be desirous of seeing him deprived of the office which he has so long filled with honour and advantage to j the club while he is labouring under the affliction to which I have adverted. I am happy to say his medical men hold out some prospect of relief, and no class of gentlemen would be more happy to congratulate him and his friends upon his re- covery than the members of this club.— Mr Kirby next rose and said, it is my duty to thank you for the honour you have con- ferred upon me, a greater honour under the peculiar circum- stances of the case. There is nothing I should more regret than the circumstance of having to leave you if it should so occur, and if leave the country I shall take with me the deep remem- brance of the kind feeling I have ever received at your hands. If I remain I shall experience the greatest pleasure in assisting the club or any individual member of it in every way in my power.— Mr Eagle said : I can only say again what I have re- peatedly said before, that I am much obliged to you for this renewed mark of your Confidence. I have been so many years associated with this club, that I think I may fairly be said to be bound up with yon. I think experience must have shown us that the principles on which the club is conducted must be highly satisfactory when we look at the great meeting this night within these walls. I repeat, we cannot but be convinced that it is conducted on the soundest aud most satisfactory basis. The office of treasurer, notwithstanding our great increase of funds, has become to me almost a sinecure. I have al ivays re- ceived much kind assistance in the discharge of my duties, and I hope the state of the funds, to which 1 have alluded, will always be as prosperous as at present.— Mr W, Goodson: I rise to propose the re- election of the gentleman who has the honour of being cup- bearer. Whatever he has had to do in connection with the club, he has done so well and so hap- pily, that you will be sorry to prevent his doing it again. He has been so long associated with us all, and so long respected by us all, that I should be sorry if he were to refuse to take office again. With much pleasure I therefore propose Mr Van de Wall as cup- bearer.— Mr Monk: I fully concur in what has fallen from Mr Goodson, and beg to second the nomination of Mr Van de Wall.— The election of the gentle- man having been carried unanimously, Mr Van de Wall said: If the small duties placed on my shoulders were doubled, I fear I should not be doing much for the club, but in anything that I can do it is at liberty to command my services. I should be happy to have a ciro to present, and to fill41 to the success of the Royal London Yacht Club.— At this stage of the proceedings, aud prior to the retirement and election of the other officers, Mr Crockford, in bringing forward the report of the Sailing Committee, containing their suggestions as to the alteration of certain laws, said that it was customary in the March meeting for that body, of whom he was the representative, to look through the laws, and if they thought there were any which needed alteration, to lay their suggestions before the club, who would see 011 this occasion that there was no material alteration, but only what the committee thought necessary. He then pro- ceeded to state that, in law 2, it was originally stated that the officers of the club elected in March should take office in April, but no particular time was assigned; it had therefore been thought expedient that the first Monday should be added to the rule. The next law, 5, was a new one, which the members were aware had been carried into effect, viz, " That a daily club room be provided." Law 6 was the original law 5; the alteration in the end of that was of course neces- sary in consequence of law 5 being passed; the addition was as follows, " and also a further sum of one guinea fer annum if he desires to make use of the daily club room." n law 12, with reference to members elected in October not having to pay another subscription until the second January after election, " September" had been substituted for " October." The former law 17 had been omitted as unnecessary. In law 20 the word " season" had been altered into " year." In law 32, which ended " Acting members of the Sailing Committee not at- tending three- fourths of the meetings should be ineligible, & c," " three- fourths " had been altered into " one half." Law 33 was a new one, and was necessary on account of the daily club room being established. It was," That, at the club meeting in March, aHouse Committee be appointed, to consist of 13 house members, including the flag officers and treasurer, to whom shall also be deputed the management of the daily club room."— Mr Crock- ford said that the last alteration he had to bring before them in law 42 was one which had hitherto escaped the eyes of the com- mittee; it was that this portion of the old law, " and that the undress uniform consist of a blue jacket, blue or white waistcoat, aud blue trowsers with club buttons," be altered into " and that the undress uniform consist of a blue jacket, blue or white waist- coatwith club buttons, and blue trowsers." Mr Crockford pointed out that buttons were " dispensable" upon " indispensables," or, if not, jocosely enquired for the sake of information where they were to be worn, which created considerable merriment.— Mr Crockford next read the newly made rules for the daily club room, all of which were cordially assented to with one exception, and that upon a question having nothing whatever to do with yachting, but in which fortheamusement of frequenters a precedent established elsewhere had been, followed. It set forth that whist might be played by members only limited to shilling points, and upon this question a great diversity of dilating upon the comparative advantages or disadvantages of saved from a watery grave without heartfelf satisfaction! And " losing your honour" at whist or having " one for your nob" at to those who had directly, by their individual exertions, or to cribbage, seriously affirmed that a turn round the board was others who had indirectly, by their subscriptions, contributed much more acceptable to them than " playing the odd trick." to that happy result, that satisfaction must be greatly enhanced. Next came a dissertation upon the conveniences that would The frequency of wrecks brought with it, as usual, corresponding result to members by the admission of cribbage, because gallant and laudable exertions to save life. During the past if there were only two gentlemen present it would be ex- year the institution had awarded 21 silver medals, and 18 ho- tremely difficult to get up a legitimate hand at whist, and after norary testimonials inscribed on vellum. It has also voted the thing had been pleasantly chatted over cribbage and £ 462 in pecuniary rewards to persons who had saved or endea- whist were both ultimately determined upon by a show voured to save the lives of 473 persons from wrecks. Siuce of hands. Upon the remainder, as we have before said, the establishment of the institution in 1824, 79 gold medal- there was 110 difference of opinion ; the rooms were lions aud 577 silver medals for distinguished services had been to be opened from nine in the morning till twelve at night, voted by it for saving life, besides pecuniary rewards, amount-. Members were required to pay their club guinea before they iag together to £ 10,121. From the financial statement of the in- T(% were entitled to enter for house membership. No smoking was come and expenditure of the institution during the past year, it % to be permitted till half- past seven p. m. Members allowed to appeared that £ 2,637 had been expended in the building, re introduce a friend; a tariff for the regulation of prices in the , pairing, fittings, aud exercising of life- boats ; £ 1,053 on life- boat club- room exhibited, and these were followed by some trifling carriages, £ 690 on life- boat houses, £ 490 on rewards and medals additions,— Mr Crockford having moved the adoption of the j for saving lire from shipwreck, these being the principal and report brought up by the committee, which was seconded and | legitimate objects of the institution, the total expenditure having carried, the Commodore, in allusion to the rules, remarked i been £ 5,710, while the receipts of the society, exclusive of the that they were in general not very material, but that 011 the j grants of £ 2,216 13s 2d from the Board of Trade, had been present occasion they had been rendered more than usually in- j £ 2,767. The liabilities of the institution for life- boats, carriages, ' ' and boat- houses were still £ 2 760. The committee drew atten- tion to three gifts of a special character during the past year to LONDON MODEL YACHT CLUB. The monthly general meeting of this club was held on Tues- day, the 3d inst, when the beneficial effects of the hon secre- tary's notice were soon made visible. The club room was well attended before the hour appointed for business ( eight o'clock), and the chair was taken, and business commenced punctually at the time, which was soon and satisfactorily concluded. The result of this was of course a long and pleasant evening before midnight. A proposition had been made to Vice- Commodore Williams to amalgamate the Rauelagh with the London Model Yacht Club, but the subject was deferred, in consequence of the non- appearance of the Commodore of that club as promised. At the April meeting the matches of the season will come under consideration, and we fully expect this season will be a very active one. The Water Kelpie is gone to Maldon, in Essex, where her great capabilities are creating quite a sensation, and we think the rivalship of the yachts no w in the club will infuse much spirit into the first match. CLYDE MODEL YACHT CLUB. A meeting of the above club \ vas held or> W cvpjiifie, in the Globa Hotel, Glasgow, James Smith, Esq, of Jordan Hill, Commodore, in the chair, when a number © f arrangements were made for the season, the opening cruise being fixed to take place at Gourock, on the 13th June, the first regatta at Largs on the 17th July, and another at Dunoon on the 29th of August. This club, Vb icli was only organised in November last, already musters nearly 70 members, and we can easily foresee that if properly conducted, this will soon be one of the most prospe- rous clubs of the north. As the Clyde possesses advantages for aquatic sports excelled by no other river in the kingdom, we are indeed surprised that such a club was not formed long ago, there being none other than the Royal Northern in the neigh- bourhood, and they do not admit any yachts under eight tens. We understand the club have also obtained a warrant to fly the blue ensign, aud we hope to have it in our power to report far vourably of its piogress from time to time. YACHTING INTELLIGENCE. The Julia, lately purchased by Mr Holdsworth, is on Messrs Ratsey's slip, being lengthened eight feet by the stern, which will make her 122 tons. She is already planked up and will be launched early next month. On the adjoining slip the Amazon is undergoing a lengthening of 12 feet by the bow, which will make her 95 tons. This yacht belongs to Sir John Walsh, Bart, and was formerly the Gossamer, built by Mr Ratsey for the late Eyre Coote, Esq, and on his decease tbe yaehtwas ordered to be broken up ; it was subsequently rebuilt and named the Amazon. There is a new yacht building in the same yard of 80 tons, which is planked up aud may be rigged as a cutter or schooner, as soon as an owner is found for her.— The Emerald schooner, 82 tons, J. Thompson, Esq, of Belfast, lengthened some time back, is in the harbour fitting out. The schooner Flying Cloud, belonging to John Fleming, Esq, arrived at Cowes last week from France, where she had been laid up during the winter. She is fitting out for a Norway cruize.— The Titania, R. Stephenson, Esq, of the R. Y. C., arrived in the roads in eight days from Gibraltar, and i remains.— The Coquette, J. H. W. Smyth Pigot, Esq, has been hauled up on the slip at Spenser's yard, East Cowes, for overhaul, consequent on the damage lately sustained as men- tioned in our last.— The Princess Olga will be hauled up to be newly coppered as soon as the tides will admit of her being hauled afloat from her winter's berth.— The Constance is ready for sea, and was to proceed on Saturday, to join her owner at Civita Vecchia. LEANDER CLUB. This club has resolved to commence its season on the 15th of April, instead of the 1st of May, as heretofore, We are glad to see this, because it shows a good will to begin the year in sober earnest, and because the latter half of August has hitherto been practically lost, on account of the strong current which sets in to the north about that season of the year, which few rowing men are able to pull against. The winter meetings have been nume- rously attended, and the old system of an annual winter dinner has been, we think advantageously, almost superseded by seve- ral of the members giving club dinners at their own houses— a system to be encouraged by every means, and well worthy of imitation. We wish them a warm reception by the months of April and May, and wish sincerely they may get it. THE NEW LIVERPOOL PILOT BOATS. ME EDITOE : Noticing in a late number of your paper, that No 2, the Leader, schooner, a new pilot boat, built for this port by Messrs Harvey, Ipswich, was considered by a correspondent of yours to be now, after an alteration of ballast, superior to No 1, the Queen, of some 10 tons less, one of two new pilot boats built recently by Messrs Ratsey, of Cowes, I beg to differ with him, and state very distinctly, speaking from facts gathered from various pilots, not belonging to the three or four rival schooners, that Messrs Harvey's new boat, No 2, is inferior to both MessrsRatsey's in evei'y point essential to constitute a good pilot boat. O11 even terms No 1 has always beaten her in speed. Meeting No 2 with large sails bent in November last, as referred to by your correspondent, No 1 failed to equal her ia speed, having only hersmall mainsail, like atrysail and other winter sails to propel her. In height between decks, though of 10 tons less, in steadiness at sea, and in speed, as far as trials have gone, both Messrs Ratsey's vessels are superior, and very decidedly so. There has been no real trial of speed or handiness in a gale of wind, and in such weather or worse only can No 2 claim a sup- posed advantage, owing to her superiority in size. Messrs Rat- sey's vessels have been untouched in trim. Messrs Harvey's last one, No 2, seemed quite a failure in the trim they sent her round. I am glad to say she is now much improved, and if fast sailing and ease of motion can be got out of her, her present spirited and most racing owner aud master will be able to do it if any one can. He owns a very handsome little craft, but she is not as fast as No 1, nor so steady and easy at sea, and is 2£ to 3 inches short of head room, as compared with No 1 and No 5, aud I do not think her owners would like to name a day and sail No 1 or No 5 for £ 50. If they ever do, depend upon it they won't be backed by, yours, & c, Liverpool, March 29,1857. UMBBA. ROYAL NATIONAL LIFE- BOAT INSTITUTION. On Thursday ( the 19th inst) the annual general meeting of the friends and supporters of this truly philanthropic institution was held at the London Tavern; Rear- Admiral the Duke of Northumberland, K. G., President of the Society, in the chair. The meeting was influentially and numerously attended, and amongst others there were present— Admiral Earl Talbot, Ad- miral Sir Thomas Cochrane, Admiral Deacon, Gen Blanchard, C. B., Capt Hall, R. N., Capt Halstead, R. N., Capt Plane, Capt Bullock, R. N,, Captain Leane, R. N., Captain Robertson, Capt Grant, R. N., Capt Shepherd, H. C. S., Capt Raven, R. N,, Capt Redman, Thomas Baring, Esq, M. P., Montague Gore, Esq, William Cotton, Esq, J. D. Powles, Esq, Edward Hurry, Esq, B. Hebeler, Esq, Prussian Consul, Gen A. W. Robarts, Esq, John Wilson, Esq, H. J. Pardon, Esq, Capt Ellerby, Trinity House, Joseph Reynolds, Esq, Capt Lambert Perrott, & c.— The noble Chairman opened the proceedings by expressing his grati- fication at the great success which had attended the important operations of the institution during the past year, and after dwelling in appropriate remarks on the facts disclosed in the re- port, called on the Secretary ( Mr Lewis) to read the annual report. It commenced by stating that it was with feelings of heartfelt gratitude the committee had to report the continued and rapid progress which the institution had made during the past twelve months, and which it was still making. They were thankful to be able to report a continued immunity from accident to the life- boats of tbe institution, and that their crews had, as hitherto, the utmost confidence in their safety and efficiency. During the past year new life- boats had been built by the institution for Drogheda and Dundrum Bay in Ireland ; and for Dungeness, Padstow, Bideford, Walmer, and Hornsea, on the English coasts ; whilst others are in course of construction for Arklow, Cahore, Kilmore, Youghal, and Ballycotton, in Ireland ; for Camber, in Sussex; for Seaton Carew, in Durham ; and for Penmon, in the island of Anglesey. Boats were also ready to be furnished to Westport, and to Wicklow, in Ireland. Life- boat carriages and boat- houses had also been built for all of the above stations which required them, the total number of life- boats belonging to the society being now 58. The life- boats belonging to, and in connection with, the institution had, since the last report, saved the crews, consisting of 126 persons, from sixteen wrecks, and had proceeded to the assistance of many other ves- sels in reply to signals of distress. From the return of the wrecks and casualties which occurred on the coasts of the United Kingdom during the past year, presented by the Board of Trade to Parliament, it appeared that the total number of wrecks in that period was 1.153. The loss of lives from shipwreck during the same period was 521. Although this number was considerably less than had occurred in previous years, with the exception of the year 1855, when the number was 469, it was yet lamentably large; and the com- mittee felt persuaded that, in future years, if the present vigorous exertions that were now being made were sustained and increased, this loss of human life on our coasts would be the institution. The first was that of £ 160 17s, the cost of a first- class life- boat, contributed by some members of the Royal Thames Yacht Club. This life- boat had been stationed at WTaimer, near Deal. She had already rescued, during a dark tempestuous night of the 5th of January last, 15 persons from the bark Reliance, of London. The second was that of £ 150, being the value of a life- boat, from a previous liberal contributor to the institution, Mrs Ann Wood, of Eltham. This life- boat was stationed at Hornsea near Hull. The third was that of £ 180, being the cost of a first- class life- boat, her gear, and life- belts for her crew, fromWm. M'Kerrall, Esq, of Hillhouse. This life- boat the committee had decided should be stationed at Sea- ton Carew, at the mouth of the river Tees, with his approval. On any lives being rescued from shipwreck by either of these life- boats, these generous donors will always have the peculiar satisfaction of feeling that the same had been the result of their individual gift to the institution. The committee, in conclusion, felt assured that an institution, which in addition to having granted rewards for rescuing 473 persons from shipwreck during the past year, whose life- boats had, in the same period, been the means, under God, of snatching 126 of their fellow- creatures from a watery grave— an institution which had its origin in the purest philan- thropy, and which was so truly Christian iu its character, had only to make its claims extensively known to befully appreciated and liberally responded to by the affluent and humane through- out the land.— The report, having been moved by Earl Talbot and seconded by Montague Gore, Esq, was unanimously adopted. Various resolutions pledging the meeting to renewed exertions on behalf of the truly benevolent and national objects of the in- stitution, and thanking the Board of Trade, the C& ast Guard, and the local life- boat committees, for theirvaluable co- tyieration with the society, were afterwards moved and secondedby Wm. Cotton, Esq, Capt Washington, R. N., J. D. Powles, E3q, vhomag Baring, Esq, M. P., Capt Haktead, R. N., and Capt Raveft, R. N. The usual complimentary vote of thanks having been gRen to the noble duke, and the same having been acknowledged the proceedings closed. CLIFFORD'S PLAN FOR LOWERING BOATS. we have not of late so frequently referred to this invent. in as formerly, it has been merely from the conviction that our pat was done— that the great point was gained— and that universi adoption would soon be the result. We cannot, however, refrai. from noticing the mentien made of the apparatus last week ii the House of Commons. On Tuesday Admiral Walcott asked the First Naval Lord of the Admiralty whether the same pro- tection against loss of life afforded to emigrant ships had been or would be provided for the ships about to embark troops for China, by supplying them with Clifford's lifeboat apparatus, which had been subjected to the severest tests from her Majesty's ships under different circumstances of weather and at every rate of speed, and of the complete efficiency of which reports had been forwarded to the Admiralty. Admiral Berkeley said that had his honourable and gallant friend given him notice of this question, he would have brought with him a list of the ships which had been fitted with this apparatus, He could only say that in every trial which had been made of it, its use had been attended with complete success, and he hoped it would soon be universally adopted. We are happy to be able to state that definite orders have been given that all these ships are to be fitted, including tho gigantic Himalaya. Think of lowering a thirty- foot cutter, with ali her crew and gear, from such a ship, in a sea way, aud under full steam ! This is, indeed, no child's play; and yet it is such work as this, from ships of all sizes, and going at ali rates of speed and in ali weathers, that Mr Clifford has now been engaged on for the last twelve months with complete success, as the First Lord of the Admiralty candidly admitted. Verily, he deserves his reward. PAIB- OAR RACE, POR £ 10, AT OXFOED.— A match, which created a deal of interest, came off from Iffley to Oxford, on Wednesday afternoen, between William Collins — stroke ( 8st71b) and Thomas Tims— bow ( 8st 4lb) and Charles Cook- stroke ( 9st lib) and Edmund Morris— bow ( lOst 61b). The match arose from a challenge, which appeared in our columns, from the latter, to row a pair oar race against any two Oxford watermen, bar Mark Cook, for £ 5 a side. Bettinsr was in favour Of Collins neither of whom nave yet attained the age of 19. Collins won the toss, and took the Berkshire shore. Immediately after starting, the youths drew away from their older opponents at a fast pace, and gradually increased their lead to the goal, having reached the Weir Bridge two lengths, and the Free Water Stone some six or eight lengths in advance. At tlie Long Bridges Cook and Morris ran into the bank, owing to bad steering, which occasioned them some con- siderable discomfiture, and prevented them from even the chance of Hearing their opponents, who won the race by the dis- tance of the Cherwell to the winning- post. The race, in conse- quence of being rowed immediately after the Torpids, was wit- nessed by a large number of members of the University, who appeared to take great interest in the event. The rowing of the winners was considered good throughout, and the stakes will be given up to them on Saturday next, at; tne Cave of Harmony, when a strong muster of the right sort will no doubt be as usual congregated. KELLY AND MESSENGER.- To meet tbe convenience of several the next deposit of £ 20 a side, for this great race, will be made at Mr Salter's, Feathers Tavern, Wandsworth, to- morrow ( Mon- day) evening, instead of at Mr Cock's, Rose and Crown, Commer- cial- road, Lambeth, where, however, the final deposit will be made, instead of at Mr Day's, as originally intended. The last deposit but one remains unaltered, and will be at Mr Herrick's, Clarence Arms, Kingston- on- Thames, TOM GRANT says that, in order to show he only wishes for a fair race with T. Day, and as his backers refuse to make a match on other terms than those before alluded to, he will row him for£ l or £ 5 a side, and only require a little notice to get into as good condition as he can. If Day should assent to this, th' must meet to make the match, and, when made, we will noticu - it; but there must be an end to these challenges and counter- challenges. AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP OP SCOTLAND.— The Clydesdale Club, willing to give the gentlemen of the Stirling Club an opportunity of regaining the laurels so unfortunately lost at the late Stirling and Glasgow Regattas, throw down the gauntlet to all Scotland, and will enter the lists on neutral water as four- oar, pair- oar, or skiff rowers, with any bond fide amateur club that may accept the challenge. If a match is not made before April they reserve to themselves the right of withdrawing. WILLIAM RTLE attended at Mr L. Tulip's, according to arrangement, to make a match with Young Carr, but no one attended on his behalf; he, therefore, begs to state that he will row him for £ 5, £ 10, or £ 15 a side, on Easter Monday, any dis- tance on the Tyne, and will meet him on Monday ( to- morrow) next, between 8 and 10 o'clock in the evening, at H. Clasper's, Grapes Inn, Side, Newcastle- on- Tyne, prepared to make the match. GEOBGE WADE of Stone Stairs hearing that George Rice of Limehouse Hole is dissatisfied with his late defeat, will give him another chance, and row him £ 30 to £ 25, over the same course as before, or he will row any other man in Limehouse for his own sum. A match can be made at theDuchess of York, Kingsland- road. NAUTILUS CLUB.— A meeting of this club will take place on Wednesday, March 25, to classify the men and draw for part- ners. Any members wishing to row must attend at the club house and pay up all arrears. The draw will take place between seven and nine o'clock. The race will be on Easter Monday, from Putney Bridge to the Old Swan, Chelsea. J. FUNNILLE of Norwich will row Will. Browne of the same place for £ 5 or £ 10 a side; the match to come off within one month of signing articles. Distance from Bramerton Woods end to the Alder Carr. Money ready at Mr Dawson's, Chop House, Market- place, Norwich, on Monday. HILL AND MAY.— For this scullers race, we have received a further sum of £ 1 10s a side, and the final deposit of the same amount is to be made at Mr T. Cole's ( ex- champion of tho Thames), Green Man, Green- street, Blackfriars, on Monday ( to- morrow) evening. GEDDES AND M'GILYEBY.— A match has been made between Robert Geddes, of the Humane Society House, and John M'Gilvery, of Cluthra Boat House, to row a scullers race in the Clyde, for £ 10 a side, on Friday, April 10. CAMPBELL AND CARROL.— A match has been made, between John Carrol of Rutherglen Bridge and Robert Campbell of the Cluthra Boat House, to row a scullers race on the Clyde, for £ 10 a side, on Thursday, April 2. SAXON ROWING CLUB, BIRMINGHAM.— This club will com mence their proceedings for the season onWednesday, April 15th, and their opening dinner will take place at the Old Tree, on the same evening, at eight o'clock. THE YACHT TRITON has safely arrived at her destination, and will now take her station on Irish waters, under the auspices of her present owner, A. E. Greaves, Esq, of Itosbercon Castle, New Ross, Wexford. J. GERRARD is prepared to row Dan Nisbitt, Sam Broad, or Nosey of the Blackfriars Club, for £ 5 or £ 10 a side. Money ready at the Queen's Head, 298, Upper Thames- street, I ZINGARI ROWING CLUB.— The next meeting of this club will be held on Thursday, the 26th iust, at seven p. m., at the Sun Hotel, Kingston- on- Thames. THE GREEN MAN, GREEN- STREET, CHURCH- STREET, BLACK" FRIARS- ROAD.— The renowned Tom Cole would be always glad to see his friends at his house to assist in a little harmony. Mr Sheffield will occupy the chair and Mr Thorrington act as vice, to. morrow night, supported by a host of talent. Harmonic meetings every Saturday and Monday evening. Tom is in first- rate chaunting trim. QUOITS.— Geo. Adamson of Eccleston, near Prescot, will play any man in Prescot, St Helens, or within three miles of Eccles- ton, for £ 5 a side, 21 yards, clay ends, quoits not to exceed 14lb the pair, one game, 21 shots up; to play at the Angel Inn, where the money is ready any time. To come off on Easter Monday. Wm. Whitaker of Salford will play Luke Ellior of Stockport, 61 shots up, for £ 5 or £ 10 a side, 18 yards, stiff sticking clay ends, quoits not to exceed eight inches diameter, aud will give 10s to play in Staleybridge, or take the same to play in Stock- port. A match can be made at Mr Reuben Jones's, Robin Hood Inn, Springfield- lane, Salford. Joseph Graham of the Felling Shore will play any man ( Thos. Gray excepted) within 30 miles of Newcastle- on- Tyne, 18 yards, two- inch pegs, sticking clay ends, eight- inch quoits, to measure nearest the peg, and the clay to be cut away, for £ 10 or £ 20 a side. Any communication sent to Mr David Spedding, Beehive Inn, Felling Shore, will be attended to. Richard Broadley of Padiham will play Wm. Pickles of Howarth, for £ 10 a side, 18 or 19 yards, stiff clay ends, Broadley will give 10s for the match to come off at the New Inn, Marsden, or take 10s to come off at Oolne Waterside. Bradley can be heard of any day at the New Inn. NURR AND SPELL.— Brayshaw of Bramley, having been repeatedly challenged by parties from Horsforth and neighbour- hood, thinks it time to make a reply, he will therefore play Reuben Child of Hersforth, if he will give 10 scores in 30 rises, or he will play D. Haigh of the same place even, or take 10 scores in 30 rises of Gray of Bramley. A match can be made any time, for £ 5 a side, at Mr T. Milner's, Horse and Jockey Inn, White- coate, Bramley, near Leeds. David Atha of Holbeck, near Leeds, will play any of the fol- lowing, for from £ 10 to £ 25 a side, in the Cardigan Ann.' Pasture, viz, David Firth of Bradford Moor, John Toukon of Chickenley, near Dewsbury, or Hammond of Heckmondwike. A match can be made any night next week at Mr John Hartley's, Waggon and Horses Inn, Holbeck. Articles have been entered into between David Marshall of Rastrick and John Speak of Brighouse, 30 rises each, at Gran- tham Park, Rastrick, on Saturday, the 28th inst. £ 5 a side has been staked in the hands of Mr Barrett, the proprietor, and the next deposit of £ 5 to be staked on the day of playing. To 00m- mence at three o'clock. _ DANCING.— J. Booth ( the champion Lancashire step dancer) of the Grapes Tavern, Friar- street, corner of . Union- street, Blackfriars- road, utill continues his harmonic meetings every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday evening, conducted by Jack still further cousiderably reduced. It was, however, gratifying ; Johnson, and invites all his town and country friends to give to find that the number of lives saved from shipwreck during him a call, and have a glass of the right sort of stuff. J. Booth the pastyear had been unprecedentedly large, 2,243 shipwrecked is always to be found at home to teach any comer a step in the persons having been rescued by life- boats, shore- boats, and other right direction. . BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON, MARCH 22, 1857. CRICKET. THE MARYLEBONE CLUB. Objections having been made to the novel idea of playing three grand county matches at Lord's this season, the winners in the two first to compete for the championship in the third, the hon secretary, Mr Kyuaston, determined to call another meeting of the cocsmittee, and they assembled at his house, 43, Devonshire- street, Portland- place, on Thursday last, in deference to the opinion expressed in many quarters, viz, that county matches at Lord's would destroy, or at any rate very much lessen, their interest in the county grounds. The committee of the M. C. C. have decided unanimously on abandoning them— it having been always the endeavour of this distinguished club to encourage cricket in all parts of the United Kingdom as wejl as on their own battle- field, while they take credit to themselves tor having yielded at once to the wishes of many influential cricketers. They entertain, however, a very confident hope that the new programme which we this day publish will make ample amends for any disappointment which our previous an- nouncement may have occasioned. We are requested to state, ill reply to a letter, signed " A Uricketer," in our last number, that a great number of the interesting matches which for- merly took place at Lord's have been discontinued, because it was frequently a matter of great difficulty to secure a sufficient number of members to play in the return matches in the country— in fact the matches of late years have for this reason been confined as much as possible to Lord's Ground. With the exception of the Kent and Sussex Matches v England, put down at Lord's for the 6th and 9th of July, and at Canterbury for the 10th and 13th, or 17th and 20th, of August, and the North and South— which the committee hope to arrange for the 20th July— all the matches contained in the new programme have been actually fixed between the honorary secretary and the dif- ferent parties concerned, so that no doubt can be entertained that they will be played on the days appointed. PRINCIPAL MATCHES, 1857. THUBSDAT, MAT 21, at Cambridge— The llarylebone Clab and Ground v the Undergraduates of Cambridge. MONDAY, JUNE 1, at Lord's— The All England Eleven V the United All England Eleven. For the benefit of the Cricketers' Fand. MONDAY, JUNE 8, at Lord's— The Marylebone Club and Ground v the County of Kent. MONDAY, JUNE 15, at Lord's— The Marylebone Club and Ground V the County of Sussex. THUBSDAY, JUNE 18, at Oxford— The Marylebone Club and Ground v the Undergraduates of Oxford. MONDAY, JUNE 22, at Lord's— Sixteen Gentlemen of the University of Cambridge v the United All England Eleven. Mr Dark's Match. THURSDAY, JUNE 25, at Lord's— The University of Oxford v the Uni- versity of Cambridge. MONDAY, JUNE 2!), at Lord's— Sixteen Gentlemen of the University of Oxford v the United All England Eleven. Mr Dark's match. THUBSDAY, JULY 2, at Lord's— The Maryleboue Club and Ground v Haileybury College ( with Lockyer). MONDAY, JULY 6, at Lord's— The Counties of Kent and Sussex v England. THUBSDAY, JULY 9, at Lord's— The Gentlemen of Kent and Sussex v the Gentlemen of England. MONDAY, JULY 18, at Lord's— The Gentlemen v the Players. THURSDAY, JULY 16, at Gravesend— The Marylebone Club and Ground v the County of Kent. Return Match. MONDAY, JULY 20, at Lord's— The North of England v the South of England. MONDAY, JULY 27, at Lord's— The All England Eleven v the United All England Eleven. For the Benefit of Dean. MONDAY, Aua 10 or 17, at Canterbury— The Counties of Kent and Sussex v England. Return Match. THUBSDAY, AUG 13 or 20, at Canterbury— The Gentlemen of Kent and Sussex v the Gentlemen of England. Return Match. COUNTY OP SURREY CLUB. President: H. Marshall, Esq. Vice- president: Hon P. Ponsonby. Treasurer: C. H. Hoare, Esq. Hon Sec : W. Burrup, Esq. Some alterations having taken place since we last published these matches, we now insert them corrected. About MAY 18, at Cambridge— 6 Gentlemen and 5 Players of Surrey v 6 Gentlemen and 5 Players of Cambridgeshire. MAY 23— The United All England Eleven v Sixteen of the Household Brigade and two bowiers of England. A Military Band to be in attendance. JFNB 4, at Oxford— 8 Gentlemen and 3 Players of Surrey v 8 Gentlemen and 3 Players of Oxford. JUNE 11, at the Oval— County of Surrey v County of Kent. JUNE IS, at Brighton— County of Surrey v County ol' Sussex. JUNE 25, at the Oval— 6 Gentlemen and 5 Players of Surrey v G Gentle- men and 5 Players of Cambridgeshire. JULY 2, at the Oval— The Gentlemen of England v the Players. JULY 9, at the Oval— The County of Surrey v the North of England. JULY 16, at the Oval— The County of Surrey v the County of Sussex. JULY 23, at the Oval— 8 Gentlemen and 3 Players of the County of Surrey v 8 Gentlemen and 3 Players of the County of Oxford ( return). AUG 3, at the Oval— Surrey and Sussex v England. AUG 10, at Brighton— Surrey and Sussex v England ( return). AUG 17, at Sheffield— The County of Surrey v the North of England ( return). Also the following One- day Matches ( out and home):— Surrey Club v Barnes : Surrey Club v Wimbledon ; Surrey Club v Surbiton ; Surrey Club v Clapham "; Surrey Club v Carshalton ; Surrey Club v Reigate; Surrey Club v Dorking; Surrey Club v Southgate. AN APPEAL TO CRICKETERS, See. LILLYWHITE'S COLLECTION OP SCORES FROM 1743, IN PRE PARATION.— The compiler of this projected work would feel par- ticularly obliged if secretaries of clubs or other gentlemen wouid communicate with him, in order to assist in obtaining correct copies of scores of old cricket matches, as well as other informa- tion relating to the game, such as the " alterations of the laws, and size of stumps, from time to time," & c, & c. The loan of score- books, or notices of any remarkable events that have occurred in the game, will also be thankfully received and imme- diately acknowledged. All communications will receive instant attention, and the compiler trusts that this appeal for the pur pose of publishing a " complete history" of the noble game wil! not be in vain. Bell's Life in London, from its first number, as well as the Marylebone Club books ( by authority of the com- mittee), have been carefully searched, and many important and interesting events abstracted ; numerous other reprint and manu- script copies havealsobeenexamined, which fullyprove that many other good matches were played years back, and he hopes the scores of them are still obtainable. Address to Fred. Lilly white, 2, New Coventry- street, Leicester- square, London. CROYDON CLARENCE CLUB.— A meeting was held on Monday last, at Mr Laing's, for the purpose of preparing the rules of the club, and electing oflicers for the present year, when the follow- ing gentlemen were elected:— J. W, Flower, Esq, Park Hill, president; M. Robinson, Esq, vice- president; H. Chawmore, Esq, treasurer; Mr J. Allsop, hon sec. A large number of mem- bers, both honorary and playing, were also elected; for the feeling iu Croydon is very strongly in favour of the re- establish- ment of the well known Clarence Club. The match ground of the club is now getting in splendid order, and will be second to none in the county. The club is open to make matches with any club who may wish to play them. All communications ad- dressed to Mr Allsop, Croydon, will be attended to. Sx JOHN'S WOOD CLUB.— The members of this club assem- bled in strong numbers on Wednesday last, at Lord's Ground, and commenced practice for the season. The weather was beau- tifully fine; several wickets were pitched, and the ground pre- sented a scene of animation. Under the careful supervision of Mr J. H. Dark the turf was rendered in fine order. In the evening the members met in the club room of the St John's Wood Tavern, when several new members were elected, and the club bids fair to become very strong. After the conclusion of business the sixth ball of the winter season took place in the pavilion, and the attendance was numerous and respectable. METEOPOLITAN LICENSED VICTUALLERS' CLUB.— The mem- bers of this club met in great force at Mr Mather's, the Grapes, gheplierd's Market, May- fair, when the following officers were elected for the ensuing year:— Mr Vinceiit, president: Jftr Mather, treasurer; Mr J. Utley, hon sec ; and the following gen- tlemen form the committee: Messrs Ray, Ledger, Kitchin, Truelove, Utley, Cooper, J. White, W. Walker, Hammond, and Elms. Everything bids fair for a successful season. UPTON AMICABLE CLUB,— The committee of the above club would be glad to make arrangements for a friendly home- and- home match during the ensuing season with any club within 20 miles of Upton. A letter addressed to Mr J. Pratt, secretary, Spotted Dog Inn, Upton, Essex, will meet with attention. THE KING of FRENCH CLUB, Woolpack- lane, Nottingham, is willing to play a home and home match, with Beeston, Long Eaton, Breaston, or Gotham clubs. A letter addressed to Mr W. Langham, King of French, Woolpack- lane, Nottingham, will be attended to. THE NEW ST JOHN'S WOOD GROUND.— It will be seen upon reference to an advertisement in to- day's impression, that this fround is now completed, and is under the able management of nwood, their professional bowler. To those in the neighbour- hood it will, no doubt, be often made available. THE GLOBE CLUB, Upton, Essex, will be happy to arrange a match with any Saturday afternoon club, or with some junior club, within five miles of Londen, to be played in May. Address to Mr Wm. Allen, Batavia Cottage, Stratford New Town, Essex, DIED, on Saturday, the 14th inst, at Lord's Cricket Ground, Mary Ann, the beloved wife of Mr Robert Dark, deeply la- mented by all who knew her. ^ ^ ^ PIGEON FLYING.— Samuel Binns of Bradford, seeiug a challenge in Bell's Life of the 15th inst for Richard Fletcher's blue cock Lord Raglan to fly any pigeon within 100 miles from Hollingwood, a home and home match, Binns will match Wright Douglas's blue c< sck Fix'em against him, for £ 20 a side, on Easter Tuesday. If a deposit be sent to Bell's Life and articles to Mr David Deacon, New Inn, Garnett- street, Leeds- road, Bradford, the match can be made. Thos. Pagdin of Sheffield will accept the challenge of Mr R. Fletcher, in Bell's Life of last week, for a home and home fly, for Fletcher's own sum, either on July 27th or Aug 3d or 10th, the birds to be fairly stamped on the wing, and to be loosed at one o'clock in the afternoon. The Editor of Bell's Life to be stakeholder. To flv by railway time. If Mr Fletcher will for- ward a deposit to Bell's Life and articles to Pagdin, at 66, Howard- street, Sheffield, a match will at once be made. Edw. Ainscough, having seen a challenge in Bell's Life of the 16th inst that Richard Fletcher's blue cock Lord Raglan is open to ily any pigeon within 100 miles a home and home match, for from £ 10 to £ 50 a side, says John Sharrock's blue cock Pretty Boy of Lamberhead Green, near Wigan, Lancashire, will fly the same, for anv sum he thinks proper; to fly in a fortnight from the first deposit. An answer through Bell's Life, or by letter, to Mr E. Ainscough, White Lion Inn. Market- place, Wigan, will be attended to. Joseph Drake of Silsbridge- laue will match his red dappled cock against Wright Douglas's blue cock Fix'em to fly from Skip- ton or Todmorden stations, for £ 5 a side, or he will fly Joseph Hicks's short- faced cock, on the same terms, or will accept the challenge of John Murgatroyd, for the same sum. A match can be made at Wm. Parker's, Falcon Inn, Peel- street, Leeds- road, any night next week. Jas. Foster of Ouse Burn will fly his sandy cock against Richd. Anderson's blue cock, from Tynemouth, or Anthony Thompson's blue pouter cock, or will give John Douglas's blue hen half a minute, or take one minute of Thos. Martin's blue cock. A match can be made at Thos. Orange's, to- morrow ( Monday) night, from seven to ten. John Haywood's ( of Manchester) ash cock Young Hughy will fly Henry Simmon's white cock three miles on the Oldham- road, or John Brook's blue cock three miles on the Stredford- road, or give or take a minute and a quarter for choice of roads, for £ 5 a side. Mouey ready any night at John Haywood's, Nelson Tavern, Rollestone- street, Butler- street, Manchester. Richard Booth's blue hen of Cow Hill will fly the Heyside pigeon a home and home match, for £ 5 a side, or the Hosterland pigeon, on the same terms, or John Ray's blue dabble cock Bony of Cowhill, for the same sum. A match can be made any time at Samuel Goodman's, Cowhill, near Oldham. Edward Millard of Oldbury will fly his blue cock against any other pigeon in Oldbury, from Wolverhampton or Stafford, for £ 5 a side. Money ready at Stephen Bassford's, Black Boy Inn, Oldbury, any night next week. A match came off on Monday, for £ 5 a side, between W at- kins's white winged hen and Dabbs's chequered- winged hen, five miles on the Stratforn- road to Birmingham, when the former won by one minute. Greenhill, of the Victory Inn, New John- street, Birmingham, has a pigeon he will fly against any bird, from Weedon or Coven- try to Birmingham, for £ 5 a side, or their own sum. Money ready as above at any time. W. Watkins will flv his white- winged hen againt W. Terry's plashed cock, five miles, and twirl for the road, for £ 5 a side, or his own sum. Money ready at Mr Brown's, the Globe, Old- street, Birmingham. WRESTLING.— THE CUMBERLAND AND WESTMORELAND SOCIETY. LONDON.— The next meeting of this society will be held on Wednesday evening, at half- past six, at Mr M'Clure's, the Guildhall Shade's, King- street, City. At the meeting held last Wednesday, at Mrs Wharton's, Mr Westmoreland, the secre- tary, announced that tenders would be received by the commit- tee for fitting up and covering the wrestling ring on Good Friday, at Mr Baum's, the White Lion, Victoria Park station, Hackney Wick, and the meeting was then informed that prizes would be given for a foot race, for wrestling by men under list, and by men under 16st. Mr Margetson was ill disposed to con- sider this limit of the heavy weights a good change, and ex- pressed his opinion that it. had personal application to George Brunskill, a renowned wrestler, who has contended in the ring for 25 years; but as it was the act of the committee it could not be annulled. SKITTLES.— Chas. Gifford of Old Ford, having accepted the challenge of Jack Gee, for £ 10, 21 chalks, the second deposit of £ 2 10s will take place at the Tiger Tavern, Hackney Wick, to- morrow ( Monday), at half- past eight o'clock, and £ 5 on Easter Monday, the day of the match. THE KING FIGHTS TO COME. APB 14.— Hatton and Campbell— £ 35 a side, London. 14.— Caledonian Mouse and Bell— £ 10 a side, London, 22.— Cobley and Crockett— £ 100 a side, London. MAT 12.— Hayes and Travers— £ 100 a side, London. JTOE 16.— The Tipton Slasher and Tom Sayers— £ 200 a side and the Champion's Belt, London. 23.— Dan Morris and Brookes—£ 50 aside, London. FLSTIANA ; OR, THE ORACLE OF THE RLNG.— Just published, the NINETEENTH EDITION, with an Appendix, containing the results of all the Prize Battles from 1700 to February 1857 ; the Names of the Men, alphabetically arranged; the NEW RULES OF THE RING-, as altered by the Pugilistic Association, DUTIES OF UMPIRES AND REPEREES ; HINTS ON SPARRING ; of HEALTH IN GENERAL; TRAINING; and other matters interesting to those who desire athletic vigour. To be had of Mr William Clement, at the office of Bell's Life, 176, Strand, and of all booksellers in town and ceuntry. Price 2s 6d, or by post 2s Sd. THE CHAMPIONSHIP. THE TIPTON SLASHER AND TOM SATERS.— Another deposit of £ 10 a side for this important match was made at Dan Dis- more's, King's Arms, Smart's- buildings, Holborn, on Wednesday last. The next of £ 10 a side is to be put down at Mr Jackson's, King's Head, King- street- mews, Grosvenor square, on Thursday next. FIGHTS FOR TO- MORROW ( MONDAY). FLANNERY AND NOLAN.— These Birmingham men have made their money, £ 10 a side, good to the stakeholder, Mr Tailby, for their fight, which comes off to- morrow ( Monday) at catch weight), within thirty miles of home. The whereabouts may be known at the principal sporting houses in Birmingham. Jemmy Welsh's Teddy and Conner also contend at catch weight, for £ 10 a side, to- morrow ( Monday), at an early hour, within thirty miles of home. The whereabouts also may be known at most sporting houses in Birmingham. Mr Tailby stakeholder. NORTON AND SULLIVAN.— These lads were to have fought on Monday last, Norton staking £ 10 to £ 5, and bettiug that he would win in half an hour. On reaching the ground, however, no referee could be agreed upon, and hence the combatants and their friends returned as they went. We have received visits from both parties during the week, and each throws the blame on the other. It is, of course, impossible for us to decide which is in the right. They must either agree to meet on a future day or draw. The backer of Sullivan has proposed that we should name a referee, which we shall be glad to do, if Norton and Co. will agree. The backer of Norton says he laid an even bet that Sullivan's backer did not get the stakes. This bet is tantamount to a bet on the result, and we consider it to be off. THE LATE FIGHT BETWEEN MACE AND THORPE.— We have received several complaints against a sportsman of hitherto ex- cellent character, who is represented to have retained for his own use two separate sums of £ 9 and £ 27, which were staked in his hands as bets upon the issue of the above fight. The per- sons complaining to us are well known to us, and we cannot for one moment believe that they would wilfully misrepresent mat- ters, and we trust that there is some mistake which has led to the money not being forthcoming. We hope the sportsman in question will see the propriety of putting matters square should he be in the wrong before our next issue. CLARKSON AND SPEIGHT.— We have received several letters on the subject of this match, in which, it will be recollected, both men were apprehended. There are many from Charles- worth's backers, in which a strong belief is expressed that their man was taken at the instigation of Speight and his friends— a statement which is stoutly denied by Speight, and also by a person signinghimself " Benjamin Wilkinson," division constable, who declares that he apprehended Charlesworth in the ordinary execution of his duty to prevent a breach of the peace. Unless Charlesworth can give us some more satisfactory evidence of the complicity of Speight than we have yet received the battle must stand over until their recognizances expire. CAMPBELL AND HATTON.— A further deposit of £ 2 10s a side between these men was made at Mr Stehbing's, Bull's Head, York- street, Westminster, on Tuesday. The last of £ 2 a side is to b i staked at Jem Cross's, Royal Oak, East- lane, Greenwich, on Tuesdav next. On the subject of the match we havereceived the following from Jem Cross :—" Sir: The money now down for the fight between Jesse Hatton and my novice ( Jem Camp- bell) I consider, for my own credit, should be forfeited rather than the public should be deceived. I believe that Campbell has not followed my instructions preparatory to going into training, and am certain that he is not in a fit state to enter the ring. I have had medical advice, and the gentleman attending him states that there is every appearance of his having been drugged. Whether this be the case, or it results from his owhimprudence, I know not; but sooner than lose the good name I now bear with the public, by allowiug them to be de- ceived, I would forfeit the money, together with the expenses I have already incurred. I wish to caution the public; against backing Campbell; but as there is only one more small deposit to be put down, I shall go on with the match, oti the chance that Campbell may yet get himself fit to enter the ring. I am, sir, your obedient servant, JAMES CROSS." COBLEX AND CROCKETT.— Another deposit of £ 5 a side be- tween these heroes was made at Alec Keene's, Three Tuns, Moor- street, on Tuesday last. The next, of £ 5 a side, is to be posted at Harry Orme's, Jane Shore, Shoreditch, on Tuesday next. £ 50 a side is now down, and Crockett and Cobley have both gone into training. Crockett will be obliged if those gen- tlemen who promised to find him money will forward the amounts to us. HATES AND TRAVERS — Another deposit of £ 5 a side for this match was made at Harry Brunton's, George and Dragon, Beech- street, Barbican, on Wednesday. The next of £ 10 a side is to be made on the 1st of April, at Nat Langharn's, Cambrian, Castle- street, Leicester- square. BELL AND WHITE— The third deposit of £ 110s a side f » r this match was made at Mr Abraham's, Railway Tavern", King's Cross, on Tuesday. The next of a like amount is to be posted at Mr Malster's, Anchor and Hope, Charles- street, Back- road, St George's- in- the- Ea t, next Tuesday. POSH PRICE OP BIRMINGHAM AND ISAAC BAKER OP WEST BROMWICH.— These well- known men are matched to fight at catch weight for £ 50 a side. They meet on Saturday next, at Brittle's, White Lion, Digbeth, to make the deposit £ 10 a side, and draw up articles. BROOKES AND MORRIS— Another deposit of £ 5 a side between these lads was posted at Mr Marriott's, Hope, Jewry- street, Aldgate, on Wednesday, The next must be made at Alec Keene's, Three Tuns, Moor- street, Soho, on Wednesday week. SLACK AND BLYTH.— Slack having neglected to go on with this match, Blyth has claimed forfeit, which shall be sent to him at Mr Smith's, Imperial Arms, Upper King- street, Norwich, on Tuesday. DALY AND PARKER.— The second deposit for this match was made on Tuesday at the Royal Standard, St Leonard's- road, Bromlev. The third is to be made at Mr Houghton's, Mechanics' Arms, Mil wall, on Monday next ( to- morrow). MADDEN AND BRETTLE.— We are desired to state that Brettle intends to be at Henry Orme's on Thursday next, prepared to make a match with Madden at 10ft 3lb, for £ 100 or £ 200 a We may as well now state, once for all, thai unless a match is now made we must decline inserting any further contributions from either of these men. Benjamin Malpass of Dudley will fight Price of Bilston, at lOst 3! b, Fleet of Dudley Port at lOst 5lb, or Edmonds of Cradley at catch weight, for £ 25 a side. Price is preferred. Malpass, on the dav of fighting, will not exceed 9st 121b. Money ready any night next week, at Mr Homer's, Five Ways Inn, Stafford- street, or Mr Hancox's, Victoria, High- street, Dudley. A sum of £ 2 has been deposited in our hands to match a man, who never won £ 5, against George Baker of Chatham. Baker to be catch weight, and the unknown undertaking to confine himself to 9st 41b. The match to be for £ 25 a side. It can be : made bv Baker covering the £ 2 down. Young Riley informs Rafferty that he cannot come to 7st 2lb. j If Rafferty really means fighting, and not bouncing, Riley will ; fight him at 7st 4lb for not less than £ 25 a side. Money ready at ; Mr Richard Park's, or at Mr Collins's, Cross Guns, Theodore- street, Birmingham. H. ( Badeer) Crutchley of Birmingham will fight any man within fifty miles of Birmingham, at 9st 6lb, for £ 50 a side. Money ready at Brittle's, White Lion, Digbeth, Birmingham, anv time. Thos. Smith of Cheltenham will fight Andrews, who defeated Tyler, at 8st 4lb, or 8st 5lb, for £ 25 or £ 50 a side. Man and monfcy ready at Mr Pace's, Plough and Harrow, Battersea Fields, from eight to ten o'clock on Tuesday evening next. John Fleet of Dudley Port will fight Price of Bilston at catch weight, for £ 25 a side, or Charley Wilkes of Walsall, or Malpas of Dudley on the same terms. Man and money always ready at James Griffiths's, Old Bush Inn, Bradley Bridge. Giliam of Brighton will fight H. Broome's ' novice, at 8st 4lb, for £ 10 or £ 15 a side. A match can be made by sending articles and a deposit to J. Moon's, Union Inn, Gloucester- lane, Brighton. Harry Broome is at his house, the Albion, Warblington- street, Portsmouth, where he nightly meets a large concourse of friends to witness the excellent sparring by Harry himself assisted by- several renowned members of the P. R. The sparring commences each evening at six o'clock precisely, and is agreeably interspersed with mirth and harmony. Gentlemen leaving the garrison for the East can be supplied with gloves and dumb bells, which are sent to all parts on receipt of a P. O. order for 10s 6d. Harry Broome has a novice who never fought in the P. R., whom he will back against any man ( who has not won more than £ 20) for £ 10 or £ 20 a side, at Sst 41b, to weigh the day before fighting. Harry has also another novice, whose weight shall not exceed list 6lb on the day of fighting, who shall fight any other novice for £ 25 or £ 50 a side, A deposit sent to the Editor of Bell's Life, and articles to Harry, will ensure a match with either of them. First come first served. The Jollv Trumps meet at George Brown's, the Bell, Red Lion Market, Whitecross- street, St Luke's, every Tuesday and Saturday evening for harmony and good fellowship. On Tuesday, March 31, the quarterly supper will take place. On Tuesday- evening next the chair will be taken by Harry Orme, faced by Mr Dan Murrv, when a rare evening's amusement may be an- ticipated. Alec Andrews, who defeated Tom Tyler, will take a benefit on Monday next, March 23, when the following members of the P. R. will attend:— Grant, Duncan, Row, Hicks, Robinson, Harrington, George Brown, Donnovan, Flatcatcher, and Brooks. Tom Tyler and Alec Andrews, will wind up the sports of the evening. Private lessons given. A feat of great novelty will take place on Tuesday next, 24th inst, at two o'clock, p. m., at Mr Bradshaw's, the Hampshire Hog, Redcross- street, Borough. A man fifty years of age, for a bet of £ 5, is to accomplish the following feats :— First, to ? et up the nine pins, fetch the ball, and knock them all down sixty times without the assistance of any person; then to leave the above house and run over the six bridges, viz:— London, South- wark, Blackfriars, Waterloo, Hungerford, aud Westminster, and return to the above house in the space of two hours. A gentle- man will be present to back him for any amount. Sparring every Saturday evening. POOR TOM BARRY.— Our readers will perceive, by our ad- vertising columns, that Tom Barry, once the celebrated clown at Astley's, who will be so well remembered, in conjunction with " Widdicombe the Great," is about to take a benefit in the arena of his former successes; namely, Astley's Royal Amphitheatre, on Wednesday next, March 25th. Poor Tom is, we hear, at death's door, and as struggles seldom come singly, his pecuniary embarrassments have compelled him to vacate his house in the Westminster- road. Tom was always a great fa- vourite with the Fancy, and we have no doubt but that this his last appeal will be responded to by that body making a strong The c'hampioH of the feather weights, the Spider, of the Old King John, Holvwell- lane, Shoreditch, having returned from the north, will be glad to meet his friends at his select harmonic meetings every Tuesday evening. On Tuesday next the chair, taken by Mr T. Hughes, First- rate sparring every Saturday and Monday evening, conducted by Dan Collins, assisted by most of the principal members of the P. R. Private lessons given at any hour of the dav bv the Spider or Dan Collins. Gloves and dumb bells sent to any part of the kingdom, Fistiana and Fights for the Championship to be had at the bar. Nat Langham, of the" Cambrian Stores, Castle- street, Leices- ter- square, calls the attention of all lovers of sport to the un- rivalled displays of British boxing at his house nightly; director, Alec Reid. The Black Athletee always set- to, as well the host himself, who exhibits with a big- un. A first- rate ding- dong on Friday night. A great sparring treat this ( Saturday) evening. Private lessons. Gloves and dumb bells sent into the country. To- morrow ( Monday) Alec Reid will open his New Fives Court, from two till five. Nat Langham and Jemmy Welsh will take a grand benefit at Bury St Edmund's during the ensuing week. Jemmy Massey begs respectfully to inform his friends and the sporting public, that his weekly harmonic meeting takes place every Wednesday evening. On Wednesday next the chair will be filled by Sam Slow man, the celebrated tenor, faced by the facetious Ikey Jacobs, and a host of talent is expected upon this particular occasion, in consequence of the opening of Jemmy's monster room, for fistic and other athletic sports, which, as his friends are aware, has been for some time past under construction. Sea Cauat of the Coach and Horses Tavern, St Martin's- laae4 i begs to invite friends to the enjoyment of the good things with I which his house abounds. Public sparring, conducted by Young Sambo, on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday nights. Job Cobley, ; while he remains iu town, previous to going into training, con-| stantly exhibits. A select harmonic meeting on Monday, Wednes- day, and Saturday evenings. Ben's Prize Singer in the chair. Ben himself, channts famously. He has, it may be added, just beeu fitted up with a new throttle valve. SPARRING, & C.— Jemmy Shaw begs to acquaint his friends that he is always at the Queen's Head Tavern, Crown- court, Windmill- street, Haymarket, every evening, to discuss the Fancy generally. Sparring academy every Monday evening. To- morrow ( Monday) there will be several glove encounters. A select class for tuition every Thursday evening. Harmony every Monday, Thursday and Saturday evening. This ( Saturday) Mr Henry HicKs in the chair, assisted by several friends. The great rat match comes off next Tuesday evening. Morris Roberts, of the George and Dragon, Wharf- street, Bir- mingham, still keeps the game alive. This evening ( Saturday) aud on Monday evening next, Morris's Darkey wrestles the six first falls, colhr and elbow, with Ned Hanneugeii of Dublin, for £ 5 a side. Also, in the course of each evening a glove encounter will take place in real earnest. Morris always winds up the sports of the evening with the best and biggest man he can pick. Admission free. Fistiana and Fights for the Championship to be had at the bar. Harry Orme of the Jane Shore, 103, High- street, Shoreditch, informs his friends and patrons that his harmonic meetings con- tinue every Thursday evening, conducted by H. Hicks.. On Thursday evening next the chair will be taken by Mr Walker, faced by H. Hicks, assisted by first- rate talent. Private lessons in the noble art given by Billy Dimcauand H. Orme any hour of the day. Gloves aud dumb bells kept for the convenience of gentlemen. Boxiana and Fistiana always to be had at the bar. The Sir Charles Napier feat is performed by Professor Harrison every Tuesday and Saturday. The professor also exhibits his Herculean feats of strength each evening to astounding au- diences. Lessons given iu the Indian club and dumb- hell exer- cises, also boxing. Clubs, dumb- bells ( any weight), and boxing- gloves supplied OK receipt of a P. O. O., directed Charing- cross. Wrestling every Monday night under the management of Tiffin, who attends daily to give instruction to gentlemen. Young Reed, professor of the noble art, at Jem Bum's, the Rising Sun, Air- street, Piccadilly, gives private lessons daily, from the hour of twelve till four, and from eight till ten in the evening. Gloves and every requisite provided. Gentlemen at- tended at their own residences. Gloves, dumb- bells, and all gymnastic implements forwarded to any part of the United Kingdom on receipt of a remittance. Young Reed can also be heard of at Owen Swift's, Tichborne- street, Haymarket. H. Leighton's new concert room, Standard of England Tavern, Castle- street, Bristol, open every Monday and Saturday even- ing, singing commencing at eight o'clock precisely. This ( Saturday) evening Mr W. Pester has kindly promised to take the chair, faced by Mr T. Gardiner. Sparring as usual, con- ducted by H. L., assisted by a host of young aspirants, every Tuesday evening. Mr Adamson of Nottingham writes to us, requesting that we will send the £ 2 staked by Simon Finighty with us to him, as Fiuighty has met with an accident. We do not know Mr Adam- son iu the matter, as the money came direct from Finighty; but, on hearing from the latter, we will, if he desires it, send the money as requested. The gay and gallant Tom Sayers will take the chair, to- morrow ( Monday) night, at Harry Wright's, William the Fourth, Albany- road, Camberwell, faced by Mr Thos. C. Messrs Ben Bennett, Chitty, Kell, A. Ladd, the eccentric Joey Jones, and a host of musical talent aud jolly fellows will meeton this occasion. H. ( Badger) Crutchley of Birmingham takes a benefit to- mor- row ( Monday) night, at Brittle's, the White Lion, Digbeth, when most of the Birmingham Fancy, old and young, have pro- mised to set- to. The wind up to be between Crutchley and Lane. Sparring to commence at seven o'clock. J. W. Smith, of the Spread Eagle, Rotherhithe, begs to inform those friends who may visit the Thames Tunnel Fancy Fair, during the ensuing week, that they will find the best of accom- modation at the above house, directly opposite the Rotherhithe entrance. Harmoiiy every evening, commencing at eight o'clock. Jem Ward ( the Black Diamond) is again sparkling in his old horizon, a planet of no ordinary magnitude. The hostelry known as the King's Arms, Whitecliapel- road, now boasts Jem as the boniface. Harmonic meetings every Friday evening, con- ducted by J. Holly, Job Cobley ( Caunt's Elastic Potboy), who defeated Bob Travers, and is now matched with George Crockett, for £ 200, intends taking a benefit at the Crown Rooms, Portsmouth, on Monday, March 30. Ben Caunt and Harry Broome will set to. Tom Bell of Camden Town, takes a benefit at Mr Abraham's, Railway Tavern, York- road, King's- cross, on Monday evening, March 23, previous to going into active training to fight the Caledonian Mouse. Dan M'Nulty takes a benefit at Mr Smith's King's Head, Digbeth, Birmingham, but on what day he has neglected to in- form us. Bos Tyler wishes us to request those gentlemen who tsok colours in his late fight, will leave the usual fee at Mr Bence'a, Fox and Hounds, Air- street, Bethnal Green. PROPESSOR HARRISON'S ARM.— An anatomical model of this celebrated man's arm is to be disposed of. It is to be seen at his house, the Old Cheshire Cheese, Vinegar- yard, Drury- lane. PEBESTRIANISM. CANINE FANCY. At Joe Phelps's, on Monday last, the bulldog show for a collar came off; it was won by an English bulldog, the property of Moll6y. A silver tankard is being raised at the above house, to be given to the handsomest bulldog that can be pro- duced. The All England ratting match at Joe Phelps's, Green Dragon, Villiors- street, Strand, comes off next Tuesday evening, when a silver watch will be given for novice dogs that have never won any prize, rats for lbs; entrance free. The black and tan terrier dog Billy, 641b weight, is still open to destroy 20 rats against any other of the same weight, for £ 3 a side. Sparring Wednesday and Saturday evenings, conducted by Young Sambo. Gentlemen can be supplied with any description of dog, by ap- plying to Phelps. A grand show and general lead of dogs of all descriptions takes place on April 13tli. The Westminster dog Charley can be backed for £ 5 or £ 10 a side to destroy 18, 20, or 25 rats against any dog or bitch in England that does not exceed 20lb weight; money ready at Joe Phelps's; Bell's Life to be stakeholder. To THE CANINE FANCY AND THE PUBLIC IN GENERAL.— Jemmy Shaw, of the Old Queen's Head Tavern, Crown- court, Windmill- street, Haymarket, begs toinform them that theCanine Club and General Association, hold their weekly meetings, every Wednesday evening. Entrance free. Next Wednesday there will be a strong muster of old fanciers, & c, with their pet dogs, to enrol fresh members, previous to their show this evening week. A list of the choicest stock dogs kept. The great rat match comes off next Tuesday. A show aud general lead of fancy spaniels, terriers, greyhounds, Isle of Skyes, aud bulldogs, will take place this evening, the 22d. inst, at Mr Hinchliffe's, Peucutters' Arms, James- street, New Cut. Chair taken by Joseph Hoiles ( the Spider), faced by T. Smith of the East End. The South London Canine Association hold their weekly meetings every Monday evening to enrol fresh members. Open to fanciers only. Gentlemen wanting to pur- chase fancy dogs of any description can have them here. Spar- ring every Wednesday aud Saturday evening. Ratting sports every Tuesday. Use of the pit gratis. A handsome Newfound- land dog for sale. A show of dogs of all kinds will take place at J. Ferriman's, Graham's Arms, Graham- street, Macclesfield- street, City- road, on Monday, March 23d. Chairman, the renowned Joe Phelps ; ( 1 snuty, Mr Guppy, who will exhibit their beautiful studs, A gentleman wllTpro'duce some Newfoundlands and mastiffs, the finest in England. J. F, will introduce to his patrons some of the m « t beautiful specimens of four- footed animals iu the world ; also many of the celebrated old fanciers have kindly- promised to show their splendid studs. Harmonic meetings held every Saturday evening, conducted by W. Diss, Bill Abbott of Walham Green ( one of the oldest bulldog fan- ciers) feeling himself aggrieved by the result of the show at Joe Phelos's, on Monday last, will show liis fallow smut bulldog, 18lb weieht, atraiust the dog that received the silver collar, for from £ 5 to £ 50, for all properties of a bulldog, to be decided by a committee of competent London fanciers. Money ready any night at Joe Pnelps's, or at Mr Morrison's, White Hart Tavern, Walham Green. A show of bulldogs, black and tan terriers, spaniels, Italian greyhounds, and Maltese lion dogs takes place this evening, the 22d iust. at W. Tupper's, the Greyhound, Webber- row, Waterloo- road. Chair Mike Wilmott, assisted by Mr Carter and the Chel- sea and Brompton Association. Mr T, will show his Nottingham stock bulldog Frank, only 131b, and Maltese lion dogs. Mr J. will exhibit his stud of white half- bred dogs. Ratting sports every Monday evening. A 200 yards handicap race for dogs, at Mr James Winter- bottom's Pedestrian Grounds, Higginshaw, Oldham. First prize, £ 5; second, £ 2 ; third, £ 1; to give two yards to the lb inside 200 yards, on Saturday, the 11th of April. All dogs under lllb weight to have 2i yards to the lb. Entrance to be 2s 6d each. All entries to be made on or before the 7th of April, at Mr James Winterbottom's, Higginshaw, Oldham; or at Mr James Hitchen's, Spinners Arms, side of Moor, Oldham ; or at Mr Edware Leach's, Mare and Foal, Broadway- lane, Oldham ; and all good dogs to be put back according to their performances. Jas. Holt of Bury will match his dog Frank against Joseph Ho ulds worth's dog Spring of Armley, near Leeds, neither dog to excecd 26lb or 26ilb weight, in a field, for £ 20 or £ 25 a side; to come off within 20 miles| of Bury, in not less than six weeks from signing articles. If this does not suit Houldsworth, any other dog can be accommodated, on the same terms. An answer through Bell's Life, or a letter addressed to Mr Jas. Holt, Brown Cow, John- street, Bury, Lancashire, will meet with im- mediate attention. A trail hunt will take place on Monday, April 6, entrance 10s each, to be made to the landlord, J. Woollen, Blue Boar Inn, West Bar, Sheffield ( who has given £ 5 for the first prize), before the day of hunt, at twelve o'clock at noon. The trail to start at two o'clock, and the dogs in the slips before four. The trail will be round. EXTRAORDINARY RATTING SPORTS.— Next Tuesday evening, at Jemmy Shaw's far- famed sporting hostelrie, the Old Queen's Head Tavern, Crown- court, Windmill- street, Haymarket, the great all England ratting sweepstakes, for several handsome prizes, given free by Jemmy Shaw, for all dogs, to be fairly han- dicapped. The first, second, and third best dogs to save their rat money. To go to scale at half- past eight o'clock. Also a match with J. Shaw's ferret, at 20 rats. Buyers and sellers can meet with every opportunity of exchanging, & c, next Tuesday and Wednesday evening. RATTING FOR THE MILLION.— J. Dickenson, Lion in the Wood, Wilderness- lane, Dorset- street, Salisbury- square, Fleet- street, will give a handsome silver collar to be ratted for on Monday evening, March 30th; entrance free; open to all; each dog to' be fairly handicapped. Ratting every Monday aud Saturday evening; a plentiful supply of rats on hand for gen- tlemen wishing to try their dogs; use of the pit gratis. Sparring every Tuesday evening, conducted by Sam Martin. Jemmy Shaw will back two dogs to kill any number of rats from 50 upwards, at 1241b and 18^ 1b weight, for any sum from £ 25 to £ 3 a side ; the Editor of Bell's Life to be stakeholder. He will also show two all white pure bulldogs under 18lb weight, and two pure bulldogs under 301b weight, for the same sum. Dogs ana monoy ready for a deposit to be made at Jemmy Shaw's, next Tuesday or Wednesday evening, or at the show on the 29th iust. The great 100 rats match, for £ 5 a side aud the championship, between Mr Wibrow's dog and Mr Bradshaw's dog, will take place on Tuesday, March 24, at nine o'clock, at Mr Wibrow's, the Catherine Wheel, Catherine Wheel- alley, Bishopsgate- street City. Supper on table at half- past nine. A good supply of barn rats and the pit always ready to try dogs. Mr Heath, of the Hop Pole, Birmingham, has a bitch, weigh- ing 9st 10lb, that he will match to destroy 12 rats against any other dog or bitch of her weight, for £ 5 a side. Money ready as above CHANGE RINGING.— WOOLWICH.— At the national school rooms, on Wednesday se'nnight, the Woolwich Campanalogian Society, assisted by the gentlemen of the Charlton glee choir, gave an entertainment to about 300 friends of both parties. The music of the bells and the singing of the choir were much ap- plauded, and several times encored. On Saturday evening, at the Golden Cross Tavern, Woolwich, the society celebrated the christening of a large handbell, cast, turned, tuned, and fitted solely by Messrs Wm. and John Banister of this sjciety, and pronounced by all to be fine in tone, true in key, and a specimen of good workmanship. The company highly complimented the Messrs Banister for the great state of perfection to which they had, by industry and perseverance, brought the art of handbell casting, not only by this the largest ever completed, but others in their peal equally good, though smaller. The bell was then placed in a stand mouth upmost, and christened " Big Bill of Woolwich," at the same time filling it with three gallons of fine old stingo till it foamed at the moutb. Each of the company then drank of the ale and gave three hearty cheers, coupled with the toast" Success to Big Bill and his founders." A comfortable evening was spent, enlivened by the bell music of the societj* in which Big Bill made his voice heard to perfection. Dimensions of bell ( key C): circumference 46in, weight 33lb ( with clapper). On Friday, the 13th inst, the following members of the Ancient Society of College Youths ( established A. D. 1637) rang upon the noble peal of bells of St Saviour, Southwark, an excellent peal of grandsire cinques, consisting of 5,037 changes, in 4h 5min, viz, Wm. Field treble, Alfred Jones 2, Geo. Stockham 3, Wm. Dag- worthy 4, Wm. Cooter 5, Wm. Green 6, John Bradley 7, Jas. Dwight 8, Robt. Jameson 9, Geo. Grice 10, Geo. Gunn 11, Jesse Horton tenor. Conducted by Geo. Stockham. Weight of tenor, tfewt, ia key of B, MATCHES TO COME. „ ^ « . MARCH. ,— Cook and Ferguson— to run 10 miles, Ferguson getting two minutes start, for £ 25 a side, at G& rratt- lane, Wandsworth. .— A Handicap Race of once round Hyde Park, Sheffield, for £ 10 and other money prizes. .— Barlow and Whitehead— to run 880 yards, for £ 5 a side, at Bellevue, Manchester. ,— Hughes and Newbold— to run 120 yards, for £ 5 a side, at Aston Cross, Birmingham. and 30.— Handicap Race of 880 yards, for money prizes, at the Salford Borough Gardens. .— Malborn and Warren— to run 100 yards, for £ 10 a side, at Endon. ,— Dsan and Hinchcliffe— to run one mile, for £ 25 a side, ac Hyde Park, Sheffield. — Causer and Winsper— to run 120 yard*, for £ 10 aside, at Lichfield. ,— Broad and Plumpton— to walk seven miles, for £ 710s a side, at Gar- ratt- lane, Wandsworth. and SI .— A Handicap Race of 120 yards, for £ 20 and sther money prizes at Hyde Park, Sheffield. APRIL. — Bamford and Stansfield— to run 120 yards, for £ 10 a side, at Bury. — Ingham and Pomfret— to run 170 yards, for £ 25 a side, at the Sal- ford Borough Gardens. Constable and Foster— to run 140 yards, for £ 25 a side, at Salford Borough Gardens, Foster to have three yards start. Savilie and Syddall— to run one mile, for £ 50 a side, at Bellevne. Badger and Savage- to run 400 yards, for £ 35 a side, at Hyde Park, ,— Hancock and Horrocks— to run 440 yards, for £ 25 a side, at Salford Borough Gardens. — Kirby and Mattock— to run 140 yards, for £ 5 a side, within two miles of Shrewsbury. ,— A Handicap Foot Race of once roaad the course— at Mr Sadler's ground, Garratt- lane, Wands wortBp for money prizes. Richard Manks and a man not yet named— to run 10 miles, for £ 25 a side ; place not yet fixed on. — Levett and Pudney— to run 10 miles, for £ 20 a side and the Cham- pionship, at Garratt- lane, Wandsworth. — Rogers and Whitlock— to run 300 yards, for £ 5 a side, at Garratt lane, Wandsworth, Hargreaves and Law— to run one mile, for £ 10 a side, at Bellevue, Manchester. ,— Brook and Holroyd— to run 440 yards, Brook receiving 10 yards start inside, for £ 20 a side, at Grantham Park. and 13.— Handicap Race of 120 yards at the Victoria Grounds, Bury. — Handicap for Novices— 140 yards, for money prizes, at the Copen- hagen Ground, Newton Heath, Manchester. Gosling and Tetlow— to run 140 yards, for £ 5 a side, at Bellevue, Manchester. ,— Garrington and Hadley— to run 120 yards, for £ 10 a side, at Aston Cross, Birmingham. Brunton and Green— to run 150 yards, for £ 25 a side, at Rushey- ford, Yorkshire. ,— Buckley and Peers— to run 150 yards, for £ 10 a side, at Salford. Acourt and Jenns— to walk two miles, Acourt getting 50 yards start-, for £ 5 a side, at Lord's Cricket Giound, St John's Wood. .— A Handicap Foot Race of 200 yards, over hurdles, for £ 10 and other money prizes; also, a handicap race of six miles, for £ 15 and other prizes, at Bellevue, Manchester. ,— Jackson and Manks— to run 15 miles, for £ 25 a side, at Aston Cross, Birmingham. ,— Hosspool and Saville— to run half a mile at Hyde Park Sheffield, Hosspool bettiug £ 63 to £ 50. .— Clegg and Morley— to run 120 yards, for £ 25 a side, at Grantham Park. and 14.— Great All England Handicap Race of half a mile, for £ 50 and otherjnoney prizes, at Hyde Park, Sheffield. ,— Barrett and Heath— to run 100 yards, for £ 5 a side, at Leytonstone. ,— Hinchcliffe and Walker— to rua 440 y ; rds, £ 25 a side, at Sheffield. and 20.— All England Handicap, distance 150 yards, for £ 25 and other money prizes, at Saltord Borough Gardens. ,— Dearden and llargetts— to run 200 yards, £ 25 a side, at Boxmoor. ,— Brown and Jenns— to walk four miles, Brown receiving one minute start, for £ 5 a side, at Lord's Cricket Ground. and 27.— All England Handicap of 200 yards, for £ 20 and other money prizes, at the New Copenhagen Race Ground, Newton Heath, near Manchester. and 27.— A Handicap Race of 643 yards, for £ 10 and other money prizes, at the. Snipe Inn, Manchester- road, Audenshaw, Ashton- under- Lyne. and 28.— Handicap Race of 410 yards, for £ 10 and other money prizes, at Hyde Park, Sheffield. POST OFFICE ORDERS fer Deposits, in which the EDITOR OF PELL'S LIFE IN LONDON is made stakeholder, must be made payable to " WILLIAM CLEMENT," at thg Post Office, Strang and addressed to this office. Country notes cannot be taken; they will in all in- stances be sent back. PEDESTRIANISM AT ETON COLLEGE. On Tuesday last the Collegers' Annual Steeple Chase took place, for which seven only started, viz, Yonge, Austen Leigh, Liddell, Whitting, Gibbs, Pickering, and Goodrich. They com- menced at Eton Wick Common, going to Colenorton, crossing' North Field to the well known Chalvey ditch, thence to Queen Ann's Spring; and leaving Attkins's Farm to the right, they passed under the Great Western Railway to Chalvey Field and Willowbrook, finishing near Fifteen Arch Bridge, in the Tim- brells, the distance being a good two miles and a half. There were in the whole fifteen leaps ten of which were water jumps. Shortly after starting Mr Liddell showed his superiority in speed, and took a most decided lead, which he maintained throughout, and eventually won by 50 yards; Austen Leigh was second, about five yards in advance of Gibbs ; Whitting fourth, Yonge fifth, and Pickering sixth. Mr Goodrich " broke down," and did not go the distance. Time, 13i minutes. PEDESTRIANISM AT BIRMINGHAM AND DISTRICTS. - MOON AND ROWLEY.— Aston Cross Grounds, Birmingham, on Monday, looked again as they used to do in days gone by, the muster in the grounds of many of the old school, lovers of the sport, putting in an appearauce to witness the six score yards match, for £ 5 a side, between Yonng Moon ( a promising young fellow, who has only run two previous matches with credit, and, if duly cared for, will yet prove a clipper) and Rowley of Gosta Green, who has run several matches with varied success, and for the present occasion had trained himself under the partial su- perintendence of Wheeler, whilst Moon had been taken especial care of by Ben Garrington. Each came to the ground in first- rate trim. There was a great disparity in the size and age of the men. Moon being not more than 5ft 4in, and about 20 years of age, Rowley 5ft 8in, aud 33 years ; yet such was the confidence placed in the old or. e, that his friends freely backed him at 6 to 4. After dodging for the start for twenty minutes the men got away, Moon with a full yard start; a well- contested race ensued, but youth prevailed over age, for Moon gradually left Rowley in the rear, aud ran in a winner by two yards. G. ROBINSON AND T. TAYLOE.— These Birmingham novices met on Monday, near the Mermaid Inn, on the Stratford aud Warwick- road, to run a six score yards match, for £ 3 a side. It was the maiden attempt of Robinson and the second of Taylor. The betting was in favour of Taylor at 5 to 4. A good bit of money was laid out, each party being confident of the re- sult. At the third attempt the men got off, Taylor, after a few strides, leading by a yard, which he held till four score, when Robinson made a vigorous effort, took the lead in gallant style, and finished a well- contested race by running in a winner by half a yard. MANKS AND JACKSON.— We understand that Manks and Jackson are matched to run 15 miles, for £ 25 a side, at Aston Cross Grounds, the match to come off on the 13th April. BEN GARBINGTON of Birmingham and HEDLEY of Wednes- bury are matched to ran six score yards, for £ 10 a side, at Aston Cross Grounds, on Monday, April 13th ; the men to be at scratch at one o'clock, prepared to run; to start by mutual con- sent ; in 15 minutes if no start, then to go by first pull of hand- kerchief. Mr John Tailby stakeholdtr, to whom a further deposit must be made to- morrow ( Monday). J AF FIE IT of Birmingham will run the winner of the race be- tween Causer of Bilston and Winsper of Darlaston six score yards, for £ 5 or £ 10 a side. An answer through Bell's Life will be attended to. CAUSER AND WINSPER.— We understand these men have gone into active training at country quarters for their six score vards match, for £ 10 a side, which comes off on the 30th at Lichfield. W. MOON will runJW. Files six score yards, or W. Williams the like distance, or will run Rnben Lee six score with two yards start, or Littlehales six score level, or will run Bailey 10 score, or Joseph Holberry of Wednesbury, or Bullock of the same place six score, or Rowley if he is not satisfied with his defeat the like distance, for £ 5 or £ 10 a side. Money ready at the Britannia Inn, Procter- street, Birmingham, at any time. ROBINSON informs Taylor that if he is not satisfied with his defeat he will run him again sis score yards level, or eight score if he will give a yard start, for £ 5 a side. Money ready at Hincley's, the Lamp Tavern, Gloucester- street, Birmingham. ALFRED BADGER ( OF WOLVERHAMPTON) AND CAPTAIN E. P.' s MAN.— The 440 yards match, for £ 15 a side, between these men is off, Captain E. P.' s man having forfeited the £ 5 down. YOUNG JATFIER and BEN GARRINGTON are matched to run six score yards, for £ 5 a side. They meet on Monday week, at Hateley, to draw up articles and make the deposit of £ 1 a side. BAILEY will run Walter Files six score yards, if he will give one yard start; or will give Rowley of Gosta Green one yard iu the like distance; or will run Whitehouse six score yards level, for £ 5 a side, or their own sum, Money ready at Wilson's, Waggon and Horses, New Town- row, any night next week. JOHN COTTERILL of Dartmouth- street ( a novice) will run William Watkius a quarter of a mile, for £ 5 a side, or his own sum. Money ready, any night next week, at Hodgett's, Black Horse, Leicester- street. COOPER ( OF BIRMINGHAM) AND THE NOVICE.— This mile match, for £ 10 a side, is off, the Nevice forfeiting the £ 1 down. Cooper now informs Norris of Sheffield that he is open to fulfil his promise, and will run him 600 yards, for £ 25 a side ( Norris's own challenge), to come off at Birmingham. If Norris will send a deposit to Bell's Life, and articles to Cooper, at Mr Taylor's, Spotted Dog, Alcester- street, Birmingham, a match can be made, and Cooper will immediately cover the deposit sent. DOINGS AT HYDE PARK GROUNDS,^ SHEFFIELD, AND THE NEIGHBOURHOOD. ENTRIES F © R JAMES DARLEY'S ALL ENGLAND HANDICAP RACE, to be run at Hyde Park, oil Easter Monday and Tues- day. First Prize, £ 50; second, £ 10; third, £ 5 ; and £ 1 for each man winning his heat and not obtaining a prize. The following men have entered, and are handicapped as follows :— T. Hospool ( scratch), J. Saville ( Oldham) receives 10 yards, J. Horrocks ( Bury) 12, J. Syddall ( Radclift'e) 14, J. Hancock ( Salford) IS, H. Stones 18, G. W. Lamb ( Cockfield) 25, E. Challoner 26, J. Fitton ( Royston) 26, G. Kent ( Wooden Box) 28, R. Bunn ( Norwich) 28, J. Fidler 28, J. Briggs 28, T. Wood ( Worksop) 30, T. Binteliffe ( Rastrick) 30, J. Levett ( Scotland) 32, J. Foster ( Dewsbury) 35, E. Challoner 37, J. Hardman ( Ratcliffe) 37, G. Darley 37, W. Tuck ( Holkham) 39, B. Badger ( Wolverhampton) 40, J. Fawcitt ( Brigliouse) 40, T. Edmonson ( Wakefield) 40, G. Barbar ( Glossop) 40, S. Pecket 43, G. Ashton 43, G. Pashley ( Thorp) 43, E. Bentley ( Stafford) 43, II. Savage 45, A. Frost 45, W. A. Foster ( Leeds) 48, F. Littlewood 48, J. Smith ( Hulme) 48, T. Hayes 50, J. Pearson ( Gomersall) 50, P. Holrovd ( Mirfield) 50, S. Frankland ( 1st Life Guards) 50, G. Dickenson ( Lawton) 50, G. Sharp ( Portsmouth) 50. J. Wilson ( London) 50, J. Watkinson ( tall) 50, W. Proctor 53, W. King ( Hulme) 55. C. Martin 55, J. Watkinson ( little) 55, J. Owen ( Nottingham) 55, C. Pashley ( Wadsworth) 57, S. Bailey ( Leeds) 57, J. Beaumont 58, P. Carr 60, E. Styring 60, E. Roberts 60, E. Lorgley 60, G. Burkenshaw 60, J. Curley 60, W. Goldthorpe 60. Acceptances to be made on or before Wednesday next, at Mr James Darley's, Crown Inn, Holly- street. MR JAS. PHCENIX'S 440 YARDS HANDICAP RACE.— Mr Jas. Phoenix, the landlord of the Hospital Tavern, near Hyde Park, will give the following prizes to be run for on the 27th and 28th of April, £ 10 for the first man, £ 2 for the second, and £ 1 for the third, and 16s for those winning their heats. Entrance Is each, and 2s to accept. All entries to be made on or before the 6th of April. Any one entering falsely will be disqualified. PIGEON SHOOTING AT HYDE PARK.— The match advertised in last week's paper, between D. Hobson and J. Ridge, for £ 10 a side, did not take place on Monday, the latter forfeiting. On Tuesday the usual 10s sweepstakes was shot for by nine subs, when Messrs P. Smith and G. Fosdick killed all, and divided. Other shooting took place. On Wednesday a match for £ 10 a side took place, between James Gregory and John Knight, at 10 birds each, 21 yards rise, 1 foz of shot, the usual conditions. Gregory won, killing 9 to his opponent's 8. On Thursday a match for £ 10 a side took place between William Bailey, the old crack shot of Sheffield ( 52 years of age), and the celebrated shooter, Prince Birks, at 10 birds each, 19 yards rise, lioz of shot, with double guns. Bailey won, killing 8 out of 9 ; Birks killing 5 out of 8. ARMY HOTEL.— On Tuesday a fat pig was shot for at Mr C. Brathwaite's, Army Hotel, Philadelphia, near Sheffield ; 15 entered. Messrs L. Ibbotson, W. Middleton, and G. Fosdick killed all and divided. Other shooting took place. DARN ALL.— RABBIT COURSING— A match, for £ 25 a side, comes off to- morrow ( Monday), between Mr James Phoenix's bitch Lady of Sheffield, and Mr G. Robinson's dog Smoker, the best of 21 courses, 50 yards law. Mr P. Wilson is stakeholder and referee. WALKLEY.— The annual trail hunt, for a fat sheep, given by the landlord, Mr John Hirst, will take place on Easter Monday. Entrance, 5s each. Two hours gone trail. SALFORD BOROUGH GARDENS. SATURDAY, MARCH 14— About five hundred persons were present, and the following event came off :— HUNT AND JACKSON.— W. Hunt and A. Jackson ( both of Manchester) ran 100 yards, for £ 5 a side. The betting was 2 to 1 on Jackson. Hunt obtained a yard the best of the start, was never headed, and won by two yards, The expected race of 80 yards, for £ 5 a side, between P. M'Manus and R. Howe, fixed for this afternoon, did not come off, MONDAY.— BROWN AND HARRISON.— This race lay between William Brown and William Harrison ( both of Liverpool) the distance being 140 vards, and the stakes £ 25 a side. The betting opened at 5 to 4 on'Brown, and closed at 6 to 4 on Harrison, Mr A. Attenbury officiated as referee. After dodging for start for the unconscionable period of one hour and twenty minutes, they at length got off together, but the favorite soon went in front, eontinued to increase his advantage, and though Browa used his best efforts he failed, Harrison proving the winner by four yards. The stakes can be received at Mr Levy's, Bull's Head, on Tuesday. ' BUCKLEY AND PEERS.- Thomas Buckley of Bury- lane and John Peers of Culcheth have signed articles to run 150 yards, for £ 10 a side, at the Salford Borough Gardens, ou Easter Monday, Mr Holden is stakeholder and referee, and the first deposit of £ 1 each has been handed to him. This sum is to be increased to £ 5 a side to- morrow ( Monday), and the remaining £ 5 each is to be staked on the day of the race. INGHAM AND POMFRET.— Mr Holden now holds £ 15 each on account of the race of 170 yards, for £ 25 a side, between John Ingham of Rochdale and John Pomfret of Blackburn, which is fixed for the 4th of April, at the Salford Borough Gardens; Pomfret is to have three yards start. HANCOCK AND HORROCKS.— Mr Holden has received another deposit, making £ 10 each now in his hands, for the contest of 440 yards, for £ 25 a side, with James Hancock of Salford and Joseph Horrocks of Bury. The match is to come off at the Sal- ford Borough Gardens on Monday, the 6th of April. ENTRIES for the HANDICAP FOOT RACE of 880 YARDS, to take place on Saturday and Monday, the 28th and 30th inst, at the Saltord Borough Gardens ; first prize £ 8, second £ 2, third £ 1. The second men in each heat to run off for additional prizes on the Monday; first prize £ 1, second 10s, The following men have entered, and been handicapped, as follows :— J. Syddall ( Radcliffe) at scratch, J. Horrocks ( Bury) 12 yards start, J. Han- cock( Salford) 20, J. Hardman ( Radciiffe) 30, W. Tuck ( Mexbro') 38, P. Holroyd ( Mirfield) 40, W. Wilcock ( Manchester) 45, G. Darley ( Salford) 45, H. Hurst ( Doncaster) 48, J. Costigan ( Ard- wiek) 50, G. Seward ( London) 50, T. Ivil ( Pendlebury),^, W. Beswick ( Glossop) 55, C. Buckley ( Sheffield) 57, J, Smith ( Hulme) 50, J. Beaumont ( Penistone) 60, H. Egan ( Liverpool) 62, J. Stand- ing ( Bolderstone) 62, J. Ryder ( Gorton) 55, W. Jackson ( London), 65, G. Andrews ( London) 65, R. Schotteld ( Whitefieid) 65, T. Barlow ( Stockport) 70, S. Jackson ( Lees) 70, J. Jenn ( Gorton) 70, Thos. Lee ( Redbank) 75, Jonty Lyons ( Salford), 75, J. Ellison ( Clifton) 77, W. Benn ( Gorton) 80, J. Hilton ( Holliuwood) 80, R. H. Kuut. ton ( Sutton) 80, A. Jackson ( Pendlebury) 80, W. Rothwell ( Pendlebury) 80, J. Watson ( Pendiebury) 80, H. Hard- man ( Whitefieid) 80, J. Johnson ( Stockport) 85, T. Fawley ( Man- chester) 85, G. Lowe ( Rochdale) 85, J. Wrigley ( Manchester) 85, W. Beattie ( Salford) 90, E. Remmer ( Hulme) 90, John Morris ( Pendleton) 90, W. Rowcroft ( Pendleton) 90, J. Goodier ( Man- chester) 95, W. Turner ( Manchester) 100, Joshua Horrocks' ( Sal- ford) 120, J. Fenner ( Clifton) 125, John Cannovan ( Salford) 140, Henry Nicholson ( Pendleton) 140, Thos. Mills ( Saddleworth) 70, J. Lett ( Hulme) 100, W. Morris ( Manchester) 100. Acceptances, Is 6d each, to be made on or before Wednesday next, at Mrs Attenlmry's, or Mr Holden's. A GREAT ALL ENGLAND HANDICAP, distance 150 yards, will take place on Saturday and Monday, April 18th and 20th:— First prize, £ 25; second, £ 4; third, £ 1, Entrance Is each, to be made on or before Tuesday the 31st inst, and acceptances, 5s each, to bo declared on or before April 8th. All entries to be made at Mrs Attenbury's, Borough Inn, Regent- road, Salford ; or, at Mr James Holden's, White Lion, Long Millgate, Manchester. The entries to appear in Bell's Life of the 5th April, and acceptances on the 12th. Stamps as cash. DOINGS AT BELLEYUE, MANCHESTER. HANDICAPS;- & c, FOR EASTER.— Saturday, April 11: Rabbit coursing by dogs not exceeding 201b, entrance 10s each, to run two courses out of three each time uatil all is run out, to be either 8, 16, or 32 dogs in, to prevent byes. If between the above numbers the entrance money will be returned for the last entered; £ 5 will be given and the entrance money added. Easter Monday, April 13 : A handicap fsot race, 200 yards, over six hurdies 3ft 3iii high. First prize £ 10 ; the entrance money 2s 6d each, to be divided wV. en the entries are complete; to be not less than 12 competitors. A handicap foot race of six miles, for whicli.,£ l5 will be given; the entrance money, 5s each, will also be added. Entries for the above races close on Tuesday, the 31st iust. Post Office orders to be made payable to John Jenuison, Bellevue, Manchester. SAVILLE AND SYDDALL.— Sir Holden has received another deposit, making £ 25 each now in his hands, for the race of one mile for £ 50 < a side, between John Saville of Oldham, and John Syddall of Radcliffe, which is to come off at Bellevue, on Monday, the 6th of April. TETLOW AND GOSLING.— J. Tetlow of Manchester, and John Gosling of Stockport, are matched to run 140 yards, for £ 5 a side, at Bellvue, ou the 11th of April; £ 1 each has been staked in Jeunison's hands, who is appointed stakeholder and referee. CANINE MATCH.— FUSILIER AND FANNY.— Wm. Brooks of Rochdale has matched his bitch Fusilier against Jas. Haslam's Fanny, of Simister- laue, near Middleton, to run 200 yards, for £ 15 a side, the heavier dog to give yards to the pound out- side. The event is to be decided at Bellevue, on the 13th of April, and Mr Holden has received the first deposit of £ 1 each. Bennett's Mischief and Preston's Fan are matched to run the best of 21 courses, at rabbits, for £ 25 a side, on Tuesday next, the 24th, aud not on Monday, the 23d, as previously announced, at Bellevue; £ 10 a side is now down. AMATEUR WALKING MATCH.— On Monday last Capt Horton Rhys undertook to walk 25 miles in five hours, for £ 100, at Warwick. The gallant captain, attended by Charles Westhall, the pedestrian, started at twelve o'clock, and walked with great courage aud endurance for 13 miles, at which time the captain was 13 minutes ahead of time, having walked each mile in 11 minutes. The betting at this period was 2 to 1 on the man, after which the captain gradually gave way, and despite his most strenuous and determined efforts, Westhail thought it necessary and proper to stop him at the 161 miies, the captain hardly being able to stand, and being behind his time, having to walk the last five miies in the hour, aud dead beat. FORSTER AND FAWCETT.— These men met on Monday last, at Grantham Park, Rastrick, near Huddersfield, to decide their contest of 300 yards, Fawcett receiving eight yards start, for £ 30 a side, when about some S00 or 1,000 persons from all parts of Yorkshire were present. Mr Holden of Manchester was stake- holder and referee. The bettiug was 2 and 3 to 1 on Fawcett, but there were no takers; in fact, £ 5 did not change hands after the men appeared at scratch. They started by report of pistol, when Forster got a lead of at least three yards, and in the first 150 yards got nearly level with his opponent, but owing to Faw- cett having the inside turn he got another lead of about four yards. However, on getting in the straight run home Forster put on the steam, aud ran in a winner by a yard and a half. SWIFT AND WARREN.— The spin of 140 yards, for £ 10 a side, between Thos. Swift of Longton and John Warren of Fenton came off on Monday last, at the Waterfall Gardens, Endon, and, after a good race, was won by Warren by four yards. The stakes shall be sent as directed on Tuesday next. BOJVLER AND CLEGG.— We stated in our last we had been given to understand that Bowler had won this match, and that consequently we should forward the stakes to him. We have, however, since then, been served with a legal notice, cautioning us against so doing. COPENHAGEN RACE GROUND, NEWTON HEATH, NEAR MAN- CHESTER.— The All England Handicap, distance 200 yards, originally fixed for the 11th aud 13th of April, has been post- poned until the 25th and 27th of next month. First prize £ 20. second £ 3, third £ 1, aud 5s for every man winning a heat and not getting a prize; 2s 6d entrance, and 2s 6d more if they accept. The entry list to close on the 8th of April, and the handicap to appear in Bell's Life of the Sunday following. All entries to be made at the Copenhagen Race Ground, Newton Heath, near Manchester; or at Mr James Holden's, White Lion, Long Mill- gate, Manchester. MATCH AGAINST TIME.— Articles of agreement have been en- tered into between Mr J. Messenger of Newcastle, on the one part, and Mr George Douglas Guthrie of the same place, on the other ; the said G. D. Guthrie staking £ 30 to J. Messenger's £ 100, that he, the said G. D. Guthrie, walks 100 miies in twenty- four successive hours, to commence the feat on Monday, the 30th inst, at twelve o'clock at noon ; to be performed on the New- castle Town Moor ; the stakes to be posted in the hands of Mr H. Elliott on or before nine o'clock on the morning on which the feat commences; either party failing to'fulfiil the agree- ment to forfeit the sum of £ 1. A HANDICAP FOOT RACE, distance 140 yards, for novices, will take place at the Copenhagen Race Ground, Newton Heath, near Manchester, on Saturday, the 11th of April. First prize £ 2, second 10s, third 5s; entrance, Is each. All entries to be made on or before the 9th of April, at the Copenhagen Race Ground, Newton Heath, near Manchester; or at Mr James Holden's, White Lion, Long Millgate, Manchester.— P. S. Thos. Hayes begs most respectfully to announce that in consequence of opening the above race ground, he will decline training any more men for foot races. A foot race at the SNIPE INN race ground, Manchester road, Audenshaw, near Ashton- under- Lyne, once round the ground and 100 yards, will take place on Saturday, April 25th, and Monday, April 27th. First prize £ 10, second £ 2, third £ 1; each man winning a heat and not getting a prize to receive 5s each; entrance 2s each, to be paid before April 1. The follow- ing additional prizes will be given for those that run second in their heats:— £ 1 for the first and 10s for the second. Accept- ances Is 6d each, to be paid before April 7th. LEVETT AND PUDNEY.— This race is progressing. There are already £ 5 a side dewn, and the next deposit of £ 10 a side is to be made at the office of Bell's Life, on Friday next. We have heard it remarked as something extraordinary, that two such cracks should run for so small a sum; but we bsheve that it is solelv owing to Levett having so lately made a large forfeit on account of his accident, and to the desire of both men really to try their merits. MR SADLER'S HANDICAP, Garratt- lane, Wandsworth, will take place on Good Fridav, April 10th, distance once round the ground, or 580 yards. First prize £ 5, second £ 1, third 10s. Entrance Is, and Is more to accept. All entries to be made at Mr Wilson's, Spotted Dog, Strand, or at Mr Sadler's. The entrance will remain open until Wednesday next. Any person entering in a false name will be disqualified. BROWN AND JENNS.— A match has been made between Joseph Jenns of Somers Town and George Brown of Hungerford Market, to walk four miles, Brown receiving one minute start, for £ 5 a side, at Lord's Cricket Ground, on Monday, April 20. We have received the articles, together with 10s a side, and the next de- posit of £ 1 10s a side is to be made at Mr Banks's, Triumph, Skinner- street, Somers Town, on Tuesday next. A NEW MATCH FOR £ 50.— A match has been made between Frank Price ( alias the New Leeds Lad) and Wilkinson of Skip- ton to run 120 yards, Wilkinson giving £ 1 for choice of ground, for £ 25 a side, to come off on Easter Monday. £ 2 10s a side is already down, to be made into £ 10 to- morrow ( Monday). The Editor of Bell's Life to be final stakeholder. FREEMAN AND UNDERWOOD.— A match has been made be- tween Thomas Underwood and William Freeman to walk four miles for £ 5 a side, at Garratt- lane, on Tuesday, April 14, We have received the articles, together with £ 1 a side, and the next deposit of £ 110s a side is to be made at Bell's Life office on Friday next. JENNS AND ACOURT.— Joseph Jenns and Henry Acourt are matched to walk two miles, Acourt getting 50 yards start, for £ 5 a side, on Monday, April the 13th, at Lord's Cricket Ground, St. John's Wood. We have received 10s a side; the next de- posit of £ 1 a side is to be made at Mr Peet's, the Thistle and Crown, Thomas- street, Oxford- street, on Thursday, 26th inst, SAM SMITH of Thurmaston is matched to run five miles in 30 minutes, within 20 miles of Leicester, on Monday the 6th of April, for £ 5 a side. Mr Larke of the Black Swan, Belgrave- gate, Leicester, is stakeholder. To be on the ground at two o'clock. One week's notice is to be given of the place of running. A match has been made between GREEN of Hutton, York- shire, and BRUNTON of Hunwick, Durham, to run 150 yards, at Rusheyford, on Easter Monday, for £ 25 a side. £ 10 a side is now down in the hands of Hays, Turf Hotel, Bishop Auckland. BROAD AND PLUMPTON.— For this walking match we have received a further sum of £ 3 a side, and the next deposit of £ 110s a side is to be staked at the Gunter's Arms, on Monday ( to- morrow) evening. JAMES ROGERS of Marylebone and MARK WHITLOCK of the same place are matched to run 300 yards, for £ 5 a side, at Gar- ratt- lane, on the 10th of April. £ 3 a side has been staked at Mr Berry's, Church- street, Marylebone. HINCHCLIFFE AND WALKER.— For this match we have re- ceived a further sum of £ 9 a side, and the final deposit of £ 15 a side is to be made in time for acknowledgment in Bell's Life AJDEAN'AND HINCHCLIFFE.— We have received for this match a further sum of £ 10 a side, and the final deposit of the same amount is to be forwarded in time for acknowledgment in Bell's Life March 29. , „ CHARLES COOKE of Marylebone and RICHARD EDON of Barnes, are matched to run two laps round Garratt- lane, for £ 10a side The men meet on Wednesday next, at the Spotted Dog, Strand, to draw up articles, and to name the day of running. HEATH AND BARRETT.— We have received a further sum of £ 1 a side for this race, and the next deposit of a similar amount is to be made at Mr Heath's, Victoria Arms, on Tuesday next. CLEGG AND MORLEY.— For this match we have received a further deposit of £ 2 10s from Clegg, but had not heard from Morley at the time of going to press. . MALBORN AND WARREN.— For this race we have received a further sum of £ 4 on the part of Malborn, but up to the time of going to press had not heard from Warren. FORSTER AND REED.— We have received another £ 5 from H. A. Reed for this match, but have not heard from Forster. JOSEPH NOLAN of Bank Top is surprised at T. Bagshaw wanting to run him a quarter of a mile, when he knows it is not his length; but he will give him one yard start in 120, or run him 200 yards level; or he will give W. Hunt of Major- street two yards start in 120, or will take two yards start in 120 of G. Richardson, or two yards start in 120 of G. Andrews of Man- Chester, or will run J. James of Ardwick 120 yards level, or take two yards start in 140 of J. Bradlev of Ashton road. Any of these matches can be made for £ 5 or £ 10 a side, at Amos Potts's, Queen's Arms, Dryden- street, Andrew- street, Manchester. JOHN ASHTON of Barnsley, in reply to Wm. Spooner's chal- lenge of last week, says he will take one minute start iti seven miles, or one minute and a half start in 10 miles, for from £ 5 to £ 25 a side, to walk at Hyde Park, Sheffield, or Bellevue, Man- chester. Mr J. Holden, of Manchester, to be stakeholder, and to name the referee. If not accepted, he will walk any other man level the same distance, for the like amount. By sending a deposit to Mr Holden, and articles to John Ashton, Black Boy Inn, Barnsley, a match can be made. WM, WARNER of Bilston not being satisfied with his late de- feat by Samuel Wedge, is anxious to run him 440 yards, if he will give him five yards start, or he will run John Addison ( commonly called Jack the Barber) the same distance level, or he will run Samuel Baggott or Edw. Partridge ( both of Darlaston) the same distance ; either of these matches can be made for £ 10 a side, to come off iu a month after drawing up articles. Money ready any night next week, at Isaac Beckett's, Cottage Spring. Bilston. ROBERT KAY of Blackburn will jump W. Jackson of London, four forward jumps, for £ 25 or £ 50 a side. He will give Jackson £ 3 and a share of the gate money, if he will come down to Man- chester or Salford Borough Gardens; or he will take the same to come down to London. Either James Holbrook of Man- chester or the Editor of Bell's Life to be final stakeholder. The match can be made by sending articles to Henry Archibald, isebastopol Inn, Grlmshaw Park, Blackburn, and a deposit of £ 5 to either of the above- mentioned stakeholders. . JOHN RUMMINS ( alias the Croft- street Pet) of Darlaston, hav- ing been repeatedly challenged by Joseph Lawrance of the same place, will now run him 160 yards level; or he will give two yards start in 200, or five yards start in 440, for £ 10 or £ 15 a side; or his brother Jim can be accommodated on the same terms, for the like amount; to run in one month from signing articles. An answer through Bell's Life will be^ attended to. T. SEARY of Manchester will run Joseph Nolan of London- road, or Bagshaw of Chancery- lane, 100 yards, providing they will allow three yards inside: or he will run William Morris of Redbank, Alfred Jackson of Hulme, or Downing of London- road, 100 yards level, for £ 5 a side; to run in two weeks from the first deposit A match can be made to- morrow ( Mondav) night, from eight till ten o'clock, at Thomas Hughes's, Commercial Tavern, Copperas- street, Manchester. M. COOK of Northfieet has visited the Camden Head twice to meet Scoffee, but being disappointed, writes to inform Bell's Life that he will accept Scoffee's challenge on his own terms, and give him the pound. Or if Scoffee should alter his mind, Cook will run any man in the world 14 stone weight, on the same terms, Mouey ready at the Gun Boat, Northfieet, to- morrow ( Monday) evening. THOMAS PEERS of Bloxwich will walk Thomas ( the Salopian) seven miles, if he will give one minute start, for £ 10 or £ 20 a side, or Collins of Manchester, Griffiths of Worcester, Teaton of Shrewsbury, or White of Birmingham, seven miles level, for the like sum. A match can be made by sending a deposit to Bell's Life and articles to Peers, at Mr Thomas Ross's, Railway Inn, Broadstone, near Walsall, RALPH WHEATLEY of Stockton is surprised at George Green of Hutton challenging him to run 120 yards, when Green knows Wheatley cannot run him that distance level, but he will take three yards in 120, or two yards in 100, for £ 25 or £ 50 a side; to rua the week after Green and Brunton run. Bell's Life to be stakeholder. A match can be made at the Globe Inn, Smith- field, Stockton- on- Tees. FREDERICK SILVESTER of Westbromwich will run William Thompson of Smethwick 150 yards, for £ 25 or £ 50 a side, in one month ; or he will take 40 yards in 400 of any man iu the world, for £ 50 cr £ 100 a side; or he will walk George Webster, and give him four yards in one mile, for £ 10 a side. If £ 5 is sent to Bell's Life, and articles to Frederick Silvester, at Thorne- street, Westbromwich, a match can be made. GEORGE BUSH of Portland Town is surprised that Charles Dyke of Paddington should challenge him to walk three miles; but if Dyke means walking, Bush will walk him three or seven miles, for his own sum, and meet him at Marchant's Coffee House, Homer- street, New- road, next Tuesday night, between six and eight. J. MALLINSON of Manchester, not being satisfied with being defeated, will give R. Markharn of Ardwick one yard start in 120, or will give T. Castle of the same place six yards in 120, for £ 5 a side. A match can be made any night nest week at Mr Peter Chislett's, Albert Inn, Bedford- street, off Brook- street, ChorltOE- upon- Medlock, Manchester. DANIEL LYNCH of Tiptou will run Dearden of Birmingham 120 yards level, or give one yard in 140, or two yards in 160, or will take one yard in 120 of Kent of Wooden Box, or two yards in 130 of Landon of Melford. Either match can be made for £ 25 a side by sending a deposit to Bell's Life, and articles to Lynch, at Mr Hawkins's, of Wednesbury, Staffordshire. JAMES SMITH of Gateshead will run George Green of Hutton, Yorkshire, 440 yards, for £ 25 a side; or Simpson of Hemlington- row on the same terms ; or Andrew Thompson of Sunderland 130 yards, William Forster of Leeds 440 yards, or Hunyman of the Felling 200 yards, for the same sum. Any of these matches can be made at Mr R. Sterling's, Newcastle Arms, Newcastle. WILLIAM STRAKER of Newcastle will run Robinson Hall of Stockton 150 yards, or Hall of Tow Law, Barber of Sunder- land, or Gardner of Berry Edge the same distance ; or Huny- man of the Felling 120 yards ; or take two yards in 140 of Green of Hutton, Yorkshire, for from £ 15 to £ 25 a side. Any of these matches can be made at R. Sterling's, Newcastle Arms. W. CATTERHALL of Lower Der win, not being satisfied with his* late defeat, will run W. jHowarth of the same place. 200 yards, for £ 5 a side, to start by the first report of a pistol ; or he will run W. Holden of the same place, or G. Rawlinson. If this chal- lenge suits the parties a match can be made at T. Hocking's, Fisher's Arms, Deasiefield, Blackburn, any night next week. HARRY ANDREWS of Holboru, hearing that James Taylor of Stratford wishes to run him, he ( Andrews) will accommodate him with a match of from one to five miles; or he will run Choulds of Graveseud and give him a minute start in four miles, for their own sum. A match can be made at Peter Crawley's, Duke- street, any time. WILLIAM MURRAY ( alias Murphy) of Blackburn, thirty- four years of age, will run any man of the same place and age from 200 yards up to 20 miles, or will give and take two or three yards, for £ 15 or £ 20 a side. A match can be made at George Yates's, Union- street, or any other sporting house in Blackburn. WM. KNAGGS ( alias the Skelton Buck) will run Wm. Walton ( alias the Flying Tailor), George Firbank ( alias the Wilton Stag), or will take three yards start in 100 of John Dicks ( alias the Fjtherby Raker), for £ 5 or £ 10 a side. An answer through Hell's Life will be attended to. GEORGE HEMBREY ( the Marylebone Novice) hearing that Cromery is not satisfied with his late defeat will run him again, for £ 5 or £ 10 a side, or will take four yards in 200 of Joe But- terfield, for any sum he pleases. Either match can be made on Monday night at Berry's Coffee- shop, Church- street. JOHN DUNN of Middlesborough will run Robinson Hall of Stockton five or six score yards, for £ 10 or £ 20 a side, or Rich- ardson of Middlesborough 80 yards, for the like sum. A match can bs made next week at Joseph M'Kay's, Clifton Hotel, or an answer through Bell's Life will be attended to. T. SMITH of Oxford Market will take one yard at the finish of 80, or two at the finish of 100, of H. Woodstock ; or he will give J. Jenns three yards in 100 ; for their own sum. Either or b ® th matches can be made at the Castle Coffee- house, Castle- street, to- morrow ( Monday) evening, between eight and ten. PETER RATCLIEFE of Bedford, Lancashire, will run W. Peate of Chowbent 120 yTIrds, for £ 10 a side; or he will run Robert Ratcliffe of HowBridge the same distance, for the like sum, at the Salford Borough Gardens, to start by the report of a pistol. Mr Holden to be stakeholder and referee. JOHN HARTLEY of Burnley will run Barber of Glossop 440 yards if he will give him five yards start, for £ 25 a side, or Pear- son of Gommersall on the same terms. By sending a deposit to Mr Jennison of Bellevue, and articles to W. Parker, Crown Inn, Burnley, a match can be made in one month from the first deposit. A LAD in Brighton, who has never walked a match, will walk Mr Pragnell of the Isle of Wight seven or 10 miles for £ 5 or £ 10 a side, and will take reasonable expenses to walk in the Isle of Wight. Bell's Life to be stakeholder. JOHN KEEPING of Camden Town will take two yards start in 100 of H. Godwin of Kentish Town, or run him 120 yards level, for £ 5 or £ 10 a side. Money ready at Mr Bath's, High- street, Camden Town. HENRY BROWN of Blackhill will run Harper of Tow Law 140 yards, for £ 15 or £ 20 a side. A match can be made any night next week, at Mr Joseph Curry's, Commercial Inn, Black- hill, near Shotley Bridge, Durham. A NOVICE will be at George Brown's, the Bell, Red Lion Market, Whitecross- street, to- morrow ( Monday) evening, pre- pared to make a match with any other novice, to walk six or seven miles, and run five, for £ 5 a side. J. BAGGERLEY of Longton will run Swift of the same place 120 yards, or Ash of Longton the same distance, for £ 10 a side, in a month's time. Money ready at J. Bullock's, Alma Inn. If T. Goss of Nottingham is not satisfied, LUKE HEATHER- INGTON will walk him one mile, for £ 5 a side. Money ready at C Turner's, Scotch Grey Tavern, Salmon- yard, Nottingham. ; JOHN FISHER will run John Rice of Holbrook Moor half a mile, for £ 10 a side. Money ready at the Ship Ian, Horsley. JOHN BOOTH of Newton Heath, near Manchester, begs to in- form his pedestrian friends and the public that he intends to undertake the training of men for foot racing, and hopes, with strict attention to their condition, and honesty in all his trans- actions, to merit a shai; e of that patronage which it will be his study to observe. PIGEON SHOOTING. AT HORNSEY WOOD SHOOTING GROUNDS, on Saturday ( 14th), Messrs Watts, Hilhouse, and Webster shot a rifle match for a handsome silver powder flask, 9 shots each, at 200, 250, and 300 yards range; Mr Watts won the prize, marking 21, including 4 bullseyes, with his breech- loaded rifle. A good deal of sparrow and pigeon shooting also took place. On Tuesday last Messrs Faulkner and Medwin shot a match, for £ 5 a side. 12 double shots each, at sparrows, 21 yards rise, and to pull the string for tach other ; Mr M. won, killing 18 to 10. Messrs Hill, Morris, and Scofield had 7 birds each, 21 yards rise, £ 1 each and the birds; Messrs H. and S. tied, killing 5; shot it off at 3 each, Mr S. won, killing all. Some good rifle shootiug also took place. On Wed- nesday and Thursday last a good deal of sparrow and rifle shoot- ing took place; Messrs Betts, Hollis, Willis, and Horshamp being winners. Public shooting days Wednesdays and Saturdays. AT THE LILLIE ARMS, Old Brompton, on Tuesday next, will be given to be shot for a handsome plated teapot, free for any one ; no charge for admission; conditions, 9 birds each, lioz of shot. Last week the match terminated in favour of Boxall, by 6birds. ,,, AT MR SOMERS'S, the Victoria Tavern, Abbey- road, St John's Wood, to- morrow ( Monday), a watch and snuffbox will be shot for, first and second prize ; likewise a 10s sweepstakes. Shoot- ing to commence at two o'clock. AT THE RISING SUN, Twickenham, on Thursday next, a silver cup will be shot for, at sparrows— open to all. Plenty of birds will be provided for sweepstakes. AT THE ELEPHANT AND CASTLE INN, Grimsbury, on Wed- nesday, a large pig weighing between 40 and 50 score was shot for by 26 subscribers at £ 1 each, 3 birds each. Messrs Dalton, Varney, and Hurlston each killed his birds; the two latter, how- ever, missed the fourth, and the prize was won by Mr Dalton, who was more successful. It was discovered that the winner, instead of being an amateur shot, was a professional shooter from Coventry, whose real name was Webb. W. AITCHISON of Bothwell will shoot a match with any of the Coatbridge shots, for £ 10 a side, 10 birds each, 21 yards rise, 100 fall, with double guns, not exceeding 13 bore, any quantity of shot, the use of one barrel allowed; to find and trap birds for each other; to come off half- way between the above- mentioned places, on Thursday, April 9. Bell's Life to be stakeholder. AT BOTLEY, between Winchester and Portsmouth, pigeon and sparrow shooting will take place on Wednesday next, near the Railway Hotel, at one o'clock, by members, 10s each, at 5 or more birds each, 21 yards rise, the field the boundary, ijoz of shot, guns unlimited. „ , AT MR DALTON'S, Pilgrim Inn, Coventry, on Monday, the 30th inst, a fat pig, weighing upwards of 45 score, will be shot for, 26 subscribers, at £ 1 each, 5 birds each, l^ oz of shot. Bar- ber will supply the best blue rocks. To commence at twelve. FOSTER AND CROSSLEY.— This match, for £ 20 a side, came off last Wednesday, on the cricket ground at York. It was won by Foster, who killed all his birds, Crossley missing 7 out of 16. The stakes shall be sent as directed on Tuesday next. DOMINOES.— BISHOP AND PERKINS.— For this match we have received the whole of the money, £ 10 a side, together with £ 1 for Perkins's expenses. The game is to be played with dou- ble sixes, each player to have 11 pieces, and the winner of 21 marks to be the conqueror. It is to come off at Mr Derwent's, Jolly Waggoners, Nursery- street, Sheffield, to- morrow ( Monday), at one o'clock p. m., in a private room, and each player to be allowed one man besides the referee. DISEASE AMONGST THE Cows OF LONDON.— It having been reported that a fatal epizootic disease is prevailing amongst the cows of London, and that the flesh of the diseased animals is sold for human food, the Government have directed an investi- § ation into the truth of the allegations, and into the effects pro- uced on the human constitution by the consumption of such diseased meat. The inquiry has, we understand, been entrusted to Dr Greenhow.— The Lancet. * 8 BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON, MARCH 22, 1857. THE CHASE. Masters of hounds mil greatly oblige us by causing their fixtures to be posted so an to reach us in the course of Friday. HUNTING APPOINTMENTS—( Weather permitting.) STAGItOTJKDS. Her Majesty's—' Tuesday Hawthorn Hill, Friday Salt Hill, at j p.- wt 11. Rothschild's, Baron— Monday Kytlirop, Thursday Rowsliam, at il. JOXHOUKDS. „, , , Albrigliton ( Mr 0. Stubbs's)- Tuesday EnviUe, Thursday Chetwynd Park, Saturday ChiUington, at J past 10. „ . Atherstone Monday Bosworth, Wednesday Crickets Inn, Friday Cooinbe, Saturday Shuttington Bridge, at 11. Bads worth— Tuesday Askern, Saturday Higham. atll. Beaufort's, Duke of— Monday Silkwood, Wednesday Pmk Elm ( Bradon), by permission, Friday Coalpit Heath, Saturday the Monument, 11. Bedale— Monday Bridge Hewick, Wednesday Bolton Hall, at i to 11. Bellew's, Mr F.— Wednesday Tucker's Moor, Saturday Hawkridge, 10. Berkshire, Old ( Mr Morreil's)- Monday Ensham Bridge, Wednesday the Lamb and Flag ( Longwortli), Friday Buscot Park, at J past 10. Berkshire, South— Tuesday Streatley, Thursday Upton Court, Friday Clappers Farm( Silchester), at ipast 10. , B. V. ( MrR. Strachey's)— Monday Cogley Wood, Thursday Mudford Bramham Moor— Monday Beckwithshaw Bar, Wednesday MorickWind- mill, Friday Thorp Arch, Saturday Poole, at 11. ,, r , Cambridgeshire— Monday Skearhatch Wood, Friday Brampton \\ ood, Cheshife^ Subscription— Monday the Abbey Arms, Wednesday Duddon Heath, Thursday Aston Heath, Saturday Minshull, at ipast10. Cleveland— Monday Kildale, Thursday Mandale Hall, at J past 10. Cottesmore ( Sir John Trollope's)- Monday Manthorpe, Tuesday Owston Wood, Thursday Witchley Warren, Saturday Ayston, at 11. Craven— Monday M'inal Borders, Thursday Thrup, at 4 past 10. Crawley and Horsham— Monday Holmbush Loage, Friday Wappmg- thorne Gate, Monday week Pease Pottage, Wednesday week Warn- inglid Toll Gate, Friday week Stone Lodge, at i to 11. Dacre's, Lord— Monday fiendish, Wednesday Leagrave Marsh, Friday Silsoe, at J past 10. . , , . , . Deacon's, Mr- Monday Viverdon, Thursday Okehampton, at 4 past 10. Durham County— Monday Burnopside, Wednesday Hawthorn, Friday Chester Bar, at i past 10. ... Eggesford— Mwnday Stone Moor, Friday Ashreigny, at J past 10, Essex, East ( Mr Marriott" s;— Tuesday Blackmore End Bull, Saturday St Ann's Castle, at 11. _ _ „ , . Essex, South ( Mr A. Z. Button's)- Tuesday Vauge Barge, Saturday EsswTnd Suffolk— Tuesday Ardleigh Street. Friday Wiston, at 11. Essex Union- Monday Ashingdon Wants, Wednesday P. unsell Green, Saturday East Hanningfield Tye, at 4 past 10. Fitzhardinge's, Earl Monday Dowdeswell, Wednesday Rendcomb, Thursday Badgworth, Saturday Broadway, at 4 past 10, Fit! William's, Eari- Monday West Hay Lodge, WednesuayAbbots Rip- ton, Friday Burghley, at 4 past 10. F. B. H. ( Mr W. Williams's)— Tuesday Bonython, Friday Budock Water, Garth's, l> Mr—' Monday White Waltham, Wednesday Wiitchfield, Friday the Buil( Swallowfield), at 4 past 10. Halsdon— Monday Glon Cottage, Friday Iddesleigh Bridge, at 4 past> 10. Hambledon— Monday Barn Green, Wednesday Place House, Friday Old Idsworth House, Saturday Seberton Down, Monday week Horndean, at i to 11. Haaibleton (. Mr Bell's)— Thursday Upsall, at 4 past 10. Haydou— Thursday The Eshells, Saturday Slaley, at fe. H. H.- Monday Theddon Grange, Wednesday Abbotstone Down, Thurs. day EUisfieid Church, Saturday Marsh House ( Bentley), at i to 11. Herefordshire- Tuesday Claston Pitch ( Stoke Edith), at 4 past 10. Heythrop- Monday Upper Worton House, Wednesday Ensham Hal!, Friday Addlestrop Gate, at 4 past 10. Hill's, Mr— Tuesday Darncombe, at 10, Friday Thornton, at 9. Holderness— Monday Tickton, Tuesday Middleton, Thursday Wassand, Friday Cottingham Castle, at i to 11. Hursley ( Mr S. Lowe's)— Monday Cricketers Arms ( Aorth Stonnen), Fri- day Toot Hill Brick Kilns, at i to 11. .4 t , ,„ Hurwortli— Wednesday Welburv, Saturday Low Middleton, at 4 P 10. Ingram's, Mr M.— Monday the New Inn, Thursday Drakelowe, Satur- day Ba^ ot's Park Lodge, at i to 11. , , _ „ . , Kent, East— Monday Sellinge Lees, Thursday Breech Down, Saturday Reinden, at4 past 1(). „ ,, . _ % _ .' Ledbury ( Mr J. C, Thackwell's)- Monday Feather's Inn ( Staunton), Fri- day Edwin's Wood, at 4 past 10. Ludlow ( Mr Sitwell's)— Tuesday Bircher Common, Saturday Diuchope, at 4 uast 10 Marshall's, Mr M.— Monday Whiteon Wood, Wednesday Woodford Bridge, at 11. , , „ , _ , Middleton's. Lord— Monday Castle Howard, Wednesday KexbyWood, Friday Rudstene, Saturday Gaily Gap, at i past 10. Monmouthshire- Tuesday Skenfrith Bridge, Friday Tredegar Park, at Morpeth— Tuesday West Chevington, Friday Bolam. at 4 to 11. New Forest- Tuesday Foxleaze Park, Thursday Ower Bridge, Saturday Norley Old Enclosure, at 11. Oakley— Monday Cowper's Oaks, Thursday Dungee Corner, Saturday Clapham Toll Bar, at 4 to 11. „ . . Oxfordshire. South ( Mr J. S. Philnps* s)- Taesday Shabbington Wood, Friday Tetsworth, at 11. _ . „ „ , Pembrokeshire ( Mr Lort Phillips's)— Monday Tenby Turnpike Gate, Friday Treffgarne Bridge, at 4 past 10. Portsmouth's, Earl of- Monday Hannington, Wednesday Craven Arms ( Emborne), Saturday West Sherborne, at 11. Puckeridge( Mr Parry's)— Monday Brent Pelliam, Wednesday Pevenls, Saturday Great Munden, at 4 past 10. Pytchley— Monday Cransley, Tuesday Duston Stone Pits, Fnday Cottes- brook, Saturday Dirigley, at i past 11. . Raby— Tuesday the Grove, Friday Greta Bridge, at 11. Rufford- Tuesday Pattetron, Thursday Lound Hill, Saturday Rainworth Bar, at 4 to 11. Rutland's, Duke of— Monday Piper Hole, Tuesday Lenton Village, Fri- day Byard's Leap, at 11. „ „ Scarborough's, Lord— Monday Finningley Park, Wednesday Barlbo- rough, Friday Sandbeck Park, at 4 past 10. Seale's, Sir H— Tuesday Orley Common ( Ipplepen), Friday Gara Bridge. Selby's, Mr— Tuesday Ellingliam, Friday Ilderton, at 4 past 10. Shropshire ( Mr C. J. Morris's)— Monday Acton Burnell, Friday Long- uor, at 4 past 10. Sinnington— Tuesday Sinnington, Friday Helmsley, at 10. Smith's, Mr A.— Monday Faccombe, Tuesday Burbage Wharf, Thurs- day Doles Turnpike, Friday Clarendon Park, at 11. Southampton's, Lord— Monday Shoseley Ground, Wednesday Gayhurst, Friday Weston Wild, Saturday Whaddon, at 12. Southdown ( Mr A. Donovan's)— Monday Exceat Bridge, at i to 11. Southwold ( Mr G. Cook's)— Tuesday Burwell Park, Thursday Hainton Hall, Saturday Welton Wood, at 11. Staffordshire, North— Tuesday Johnstone Hall, Friday Draycot, at 4 past 10. Stamford and Warrington's, Earl of— Monday Ootgrave Village, Tues- day Hathern Turn, Thursday Bardon Hill, Friday Six Hills, 11. Suffolk— Tuesday Finborough Hall, Thursday Horseheatli Mill, Satur- day Rougham Hall, at 4 to 11. Surrey Union— Monday Leith Hill Place, Thursday Cranley Village, Sa- turday Leigh Windmill, Monday week Kennels, Wednesday week Hazle Hall, Saturday week the Black Horse ( Reigate Hill), 4 p 10. Sussex, East— Tuesday Black Horse ( Battle- road), Friday Hood's Cor- ner, Tuesday week Catslisld Green, Friday week St Leonard's Green, at 4 past 10. Tailby's, Mr W. W.— Monday Twelfth Milestone on the Welford- road, Thursday Keythorpe, at 11. Thomson's. Mr A.— Tuesday Stratton Audley, Thursday Ham Green, Saturday Soldern Gate, at 11. Tiskham— Monday Lees Court, Thursday Otterden, at4 past 10. Tiverton— Monday Oakford Bridge, Thursday Winsford, at 4 past 10. Trelawny's, Mr— Tuesday the Carew Arms, at i to 11, Saturday Wad- liam, at 4 past 10. Tynedale— Monday Short Flat Tower, Wednesday Chollerford Bridge, Friday Countess Park, at 4 to 11. U. H. C. ( MrPowell's)— Monday Landowrror, at 10. United Pack ( Mr Luther's)— Tuesday Hyssington, Saturday Plowden Wood, Tuesday week Hughlowcr Plantation, at 9. V. W. H. ( Lord Gilford's)— Tuesday the Three Magpies, Thursday Stone- hill Gate, at i to 11. Warwickshire— Monday Billesley Hall, Tuesday Weston House, Thurs- day Long Itchington, Friday Wroxton New Inn, at i to 11. Warwickshire, North ( Mr Baker'sJ- Tuesday Tile Hill, Thursday Dun- cliurch. Friday Hay Wood, at 4 to 11. Wheatland ( Mr Lloyd's)— Tuesday Harley, Friday Spoonbill, at4 p 10. Wilts, South ( Mr F. Wyndham's)— Wednesday Chicklade Bottom, Satur- day the Punch Bowl, at 11. Worcestershire— Monday Woodcote Green, Wednesday Lpton Snods- bury, Friday Blue Bell, Ry all Gate ( near Upton), at i past 10. Wyndham's, Colonel— Menday Rogate Street End, Wednesday Graff- ham, Friday Selhurst Park, at 4 past 11. Wynn's, Sir W. W.— Tuesday Pentre Bychan, Wednesday Gallantry Bank, Friday Hope Station, Saturday Sellattyn, at 4 past 10. York and Ainsty— Tuesday Strensall, Thursday Walsliford Bridge, Sa- turday Thirkleby, at 4 to 11. HAKBIJSBS. Alton— Friday ( Hunt Meeting) the Swan Inn ( Enford), at 4, Saturday Alton Gate, at 11. Bolton's, Lord— Thursday Leybourn ( a stag), at 4 past 12. High Peak— Tuesday Gotham Gate. Thursday Flagg, Saturday Mould- ridge Grange, at 11. Lonsdale's, Lord— Friday Bedgrove, at 12. Netton ( Salisbury)— Monday The Druid's Head, at 11. Stockton, Billingham, and Hartlepool Monday Garmiside Moor, Thursday Hurworth Burn, at 4 past 10. Wylye. Vale of— Monday Maddington Barn, Thursday Lady Well, at 4 past 11. SCOTCH. FOXHOUNDS. Buccleuch's, Duke of— Monday Riddell, Tuesday Bowhill, Wednesday Bowmont Forest, Friday Ancrum Bridge, Saturday Whitburn, at 4 past 10. Linlithgow and Stirlingshire— Thesday Macbie Hill, Thursday Lee Castle, Saturday Carnwath Kennel, at 4 to 11. IRISH. STAGHOIWDS, Ward Union— Monday Dunboyne, Wednesday Eighth Milestone on the Ashbourne- road. Saturday Black Bull, Monday week Kilrue Gate, Wednesday week Ninth Milestone on the Aehbourue- road, Satur- day week Batterstown, at one. LOXHOUNDS. Galway ( the Blazers)— Monday Monivea Castle, Thursday Athenry ( hunt dinner), Saturday Moyvilla Hill, Tuesday week Dalystown, at 11. Kildare— Tuesday Ballysax, Thursday Blesinton, Saturday Castletown, Tuesday week Roiton Hill, Thursday week Kilbride, Saturday week Black Church, at 11. Kilkenny Hunt— Monday Kilkenny ( hunt dinner), at 12, Tuesday Club House, Wednesday Kilmanagh, Friday Freahford, Monday week Coolagh Cross- roads, Wednesday week Mount Loftus, at 11, Friday week the Barracks, at 12. Meath— Monday Allenstown, Thursday the Flat House, Saturday Moy- nalty, Monday week Newhaggard, Tuesday week Loughcrew, Thurs- day week Corbalton Hall,' Saturday week Bengerstown, at 11. Westmeath— Tuesday Rosmead, Friday Mearescourt, at 11. HABBEEBB. Killultagli— Wednesday Ballyliill, Saturday Knockcairn, at 4 past 11, THE CHESHIRE DIFFICULTY. TO THE EDITOR OF BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON. SIR : Having seen in your paper of the 3d instant a letter from the Stewards of the " Masters of Foxhounds Commit- tee" of Boodles' Club, together with their judgment on the Cheshire dispute, which they request you to publish, " in order to prevent all further correspondence on the subject," I have to request you will do me the favour to allow a space in your columns for the accompanying letter, which will explain the real state of the case to the present time.— Yours, & c, AETHUK MAINWABING. Oakmere Lodge, Northwich, March 14, 1857. " Oakmere Lodge, Northwich, March 14th, 1857. " MY LORDS AND GENTLEMEN : I have observed, with great surprise, a publication in Bell's Life, at your request, of what you call the judgment of the Stewards of " Masters of Foxhounds Committee" of Boodles' on the subject of the Cheshire dispute. " To entitle it to the force and effect of a judgment, it ought to be founded on facts either proved or admitted, but, as you are well aware, it proceeds entirely upon an ex- parte statement, which I was not permitted to answer, on a pretext of lapse of time, which I can satisfactorily contradict in all its material particulars, and which is unsupported by any evidence whatever, except the signature of the gentleman who composed it, himself an interested party. I can safely assert that the principles laid down in this so- styled judgment applied to the true facts ef the case would lead inevitably to a directly contrary conclusion. I have, it is true, on condition that I am not to be a loser, agreed, at your recommendation, to act on your suggestion, that I should resign the mastership of the hounds, but this is very different from admitting the justice of the conclusions you have arrived at, on grounds the correctness of which I wholly dispute. To publish a document resting on no better foundation than this as a judgment, formed on sufficient data, and to which I ac- ceded, is, I must say, a very great mistake, of which I have good reasons to complain. " The principal grounds of your decision is that the warns off being induced by my conduct and impeding the sport of the country, I am by my own act disabled from performing my agree- ment with the subscribers, and am bound to release them from their engagement. These grounds are altogether imaginary. The warns off are confined to a very small portion of the country, and are so insignificant in themselves that I have throughout the season shown better sport than ever over the whole country in which properties lie; in fact, these properties are so surrounded with land open to ua, roads, & c, & c, that they offer no perceptible impediment to a man who knows the country aswell as I do. But, if they did, the warns off now complained of were invited by the very clique among the subscribers who now want to set them up as a complaint against me. I have practically proved them to be of no consequence, and, if they are, they are of the sub- scribers'own procuring, and, at their request, would [ doubtless be withdrawn. I am no way responsible for them. " I am extremely sorry, but, after the animus displayed by you in publishing as authority a composition which you must have known to be deficient in all tne necessary elements of authority, I cannot submit to your further interference. I re- quest you will withdraw my name from the M. F. H. Committee. " I have made the subscribers a fair offer. Iam willing at their request to relinquish the mastership, on being indemnified against loss, by reason of my doing so now instead of holding them to their agreements for the remainder of the term. I have specified precise sums, offered full details ; or, as this is a ques- tion merely of figures, if they are not satisfied with my view of the matter, I have offered to leave it to any two men of accounts to say what the sum to be paid me should be. To this the sub- scribers have declined to accede. I will do no more. Either they must carry out the terms of full indemnification from all losses incurred by me— upon which alone I consented to resign the management of the hounds— or I shall revert to my old posi- tion and continue, as hitherto, to hunt the country, and hold them to their agreement, and I will pledge myself to- show aa good sport as ever.— I have the honour to be, my lords and gentlemen, your most obedient servant, " ARTHUR MAINWARING. " To the Stewards of the M. F. H. Committee, & c, & c." OLD BERKSHIRE HUNT— DINNEE, TO THE MASTER, JAMES MORRELL ESQ,. The hunt dinner, given in compliment to the master of the Old Berkshire Hounds, James Morrell, Esq, took place at the Council Chamber, Abingdon, oil Tuesday last, when upwaras ot 130 sat down. E. M. Atkins, Esq, of Kingston Lisle House, pre- sided, and was supported by the Earl of Abingdon, Colonel Hall, W. Strickland, Esq; H. D. Burr, Esq; J. T. Norm, Esq ; J. Summers, Esq; Capt Smith, D. Bennett, Esq; H. Elwes, Esq; C. Duffield, Esq; J. Dalzell. Esq; J. B. Stavkey Esq; the Hon M. Bamfylde, the Hon G. Bruce, the Hon W. B. Portman, W. H. Cummins, Esq; J. Aid worth, Esq; W. Aid worth Esq; Capt Butler, the Mayor of Abingdon ( J. Pemberton, Esq); the Mayor of Woodstock ( J. Prior, Esq); V. Everett, Esq ; D. Eve- rett, Esq; J. W. Barrett, Esq: J. Box, Esq; J. Cripps, Esq ; E. Cone her, Esq ; G. Davey, Esq ; Aldermen Graham, Hyde, Tomkins, and Trendell, together with the leading farmers and sporting men in the neighbourhood. . Mr MOKREL, after responding to his health, which was en- thusiantieally drunk, took occasion to complain of the conduct of Mr Goodlake, of Wadleigh, in having forbidden him to draw his covers. Although Mr Goodlake had withdrawn the notice, still he had not withdrawn the one he sent to him ( Mr Mor- rell). Mr Morrell urged as a reason that Mr Goodlake had a per- sonal feeling against him, and stated that he had delegated the chairman of the dinner, Mr Atkins, to ascertain from Mr Good- lake the reason of his conduct, aa he would have been prepared, had he said or done anything offensive, to make reparation; but as Mr Goodlake refused to assign any reason, he should treat it with the contempt such conduct deserved. Mr Morrell stated that the Bicester Hounds had been offered to him , but, after the meeting which had been held at Kingston, where resolutions were passed expressing unabated confidence in him ( Mr Morrell), lie would retain the management of the old Berkshire Hounds. He resolved to do so, feeling assured that he would have tne continued support of all the owners and occupiers of covers, with the exception of Mr Goodlake. In conclusion, he thanked tnem for the kindness they had shown him on every occasion, and for the facilities which they had afforded him for carrying out the hunting of the country. , . The secretary, Mr JOHN ALDWOSTH, of Frilford, in return- ing thanks for his health being drunk, stated that his budget was a very satisfactory one, for that he had so good a balance in hand that he did not think that during the present season he should have any occasion to impose any new taxes upon them, and he hoped also, next year, to present them with such a budget as would not meet with opposition from any quarter. A number of songs and toasts appropriate to the occasion were given, and the proceedings were kept up until a late hour. A requisition from the electors of Walliugford has been sent to Mr Morrell, asking him to come forward as a candidate for Parliament; but although it was signed by a sufficient number of electors to return him, Mr Morrell has declined the honour, THE OLD BERKSHIRE HUNT.— MR MORRELL AND THE SHILLINGF0RD DIFFICULTY. At a general meeting of the members of the Old Berkshire Hunt Club, convened at Kingston Inn, March 12,1857, Mr Edwin Atkins in the chair, it was proposed by Mr H. G. Smith, seconded by Mr Dulfield, and resolved unanimously, " lhat the thanks of the meeting be given to Mr Morrell for the very liberal and satisfactory manner in which he has huuted the country, especially under the difficulties he has to contend with. That he be assured of continued support, and requested to hunt the country, without reference to the property of Mr Goodlake, whose conduct with regard to the Shillingford covers must have been a source of annoyance to the Master of the Foxhounds, and has long interfered with the sports of the country at large," It was proposed by Mr Bennett, and seconded by Mr Strickland, " That the thanks of this meeting be given to Mr Atkins, not only for his conduct in the chair, but for his unremitted exer- tions to arrange the difficulties above referred to." EXTRAORDINARY RUN WITH THE TYNEDALE HOUNDS. MR EDITOR : You will, I am sure, with your accustomed liberality, find space for the account of one of the finest runs ever known in South Northumberland. On Friday last, the Tynedale Hounds, hunted by the gallant Major Bell ( as keen a sportsman and as fine a rider as ever put foot in stirrup), mfet at the Highlander, on the Belsay and Newcastle road. Nothing daunted bv an easterly wind and gloomy sky, the meet was brilliant and numerous. I particularly noticed Mr George Grey, one of Lord Wemyss's " crack" riders; Sir Geo. Houstoun Bos- well, Bart, well known in Berwickshire; Mr Cuthbert, on his favourite mare— Catch- me- who- can; the Master of the Morpeth, on his handsome little Irish mare— Bessie ; Messrs Allgood— good and true sportsmen, which the young one proved himself on this occasion ; Mr Riddull, one of the chief supporters of the hunt, and of the right sort ( who, unfortunately, was thrown early in the day, and could not see the run out); Mr Errington, of Sandhoe; Sir Edward Blackett, Bart; Messrs Fenwick, Mather, Lamb, Swan, Anderson, Smith, and many other hard riders from Newcastle and the neighbourhood. As the clock struck 11 we were on our road to East Bitchfield Gorse— a quarter past, and as gallant a fox as ever started before a pack of hounds broke cover. Away he went, making straight for Bygate Whin. All had a fair start— hounds as well as riders — and both began in earnest to settle down. On they streamed, over those beautiful fields, bor- dering on the Belsay Lake, and across the Belsay Dean, by Hill House and Capheaton, on to Make- me- Rich. The wily animal, seemingly gaining fresh vigour by the close pursuit, dashed onwards shunning all covers, by Thrivewell on to Ladys- well, skirting Sweethope, on to Greencraggs, across the Watling Street- road a little to the north of Tone House. Here the field had become more and more select, but still a few good ones were not to be shaken off. The fences began to loom large, and some of the horses to show a disinclination to clear the copings. The gallant master's favourite horse, Jasper, here showed his supe- riority by clearing all before him, and on the hounds went to Birtley Shields, where the roaring North Tyne proved an excel- lent excuse for many to quit the chase. But the day's work was not yet over; the hounds hunted down to the river, and then came to a momentary check; they then dashed across to a rocky island, when the major's voice was heard to exclaim " Hark ! to Royal;" at the same moment poor Reynard came out from his hiding place, and finding himself still pursued by his untiring foe, dashed into the rapid stream, gained the opposite side with his pursuers close to his brush, continued his course for two miles on his line to Hesley- side, where he was run into in the open. The only people present were the master, his two whips, Mr James Allgood, Mr Swan, and Mr Mather. Distance three- and- twenty miles in two hours and twenty minutes.— Yours, & c, AN OLD NORTHUMBERLAND SPORTSMAN. Newcastle- on- Tyne, March 19. THE QUORN HOUNDS. MR EDITOR : Having read an account of a run, by " Hark- away," from Thrussington " Wolds, on Friday, the J7th, and observing a few slight errors in his description of the Kirby Gate day, I think it is right that your readers should be correctly in- formed of the facts. On hearing " Harkaway's" " Who- hoop" in Thrussington Wolds, we thought the fox had been killed in cover, but were surprised to find he had gone away. No doubt " Harkaway's" death note in the country where he generally hunts has the same signification as the view- halloo. A fox cer- tainly stole away from Cream Gorse on the Kirby Gate day, and every endeavour was made by the master, huntsman, and whips, to draw the hounds out of cover, but they were running another fox at the time so hard in the gorse, and so close to him, that it was an utter impossibility to get them away. I believe " Booth- royd," and not " Boothwright," is Lord Stamford's huntsman ; and I do not think Goodhale is the Belvoir huntsman. It would be as well for your correspondent " Harkaway" to become better acquainted with the minutiae of hunting before he sends another report to your widely- circulated columns.— Yours, & c, March 16th, 1857. ONE OF THE Q. H. POISONING OF HOUNDS IN THE BEDALE COUNTRY. MR EDITOR : It has never before been my lot to witness so scandalous a proceeding as that which took place on Monday last with the Bedale hounds. The meet was Studley, the seat of Earl de Grey. After trying one of the coverts there we went to Sawley ( Mr Wormald's); having tried the first covert blank, and the hounds being called out, one of them was seized with convulsions, and died within three minutes. This gave rise to strong suspicions, when, half an hour afterwards, another hound was seized precisely in the same manner, and in the course of a few minutes also expired in agonies. Every symp- tom in both was that of poisoning by strychnine— the limbs rigid, the jaws locked, and the body bent back almost double. The sufferings of the poor animals were dreadful to witness. The huntsman immediately proceeded to open the second hound, and in her stomach was found part of a rabbit, not freshly killed, but evidently poisoned and laid down. The hounds were, of course, immediately taken away from that part of the country. This is not a solitary instance in the Bedale country, as your readers, Mr Editor, will perhaps hardly credit that it is a well- known fact that a gentleman (?) and an officer of high standing in the army, not many miles from Ripon, has been so constantly in the habit ofpoisoning carrots and turnips, and putting them into the burrows of the rabbits, that no one about there dare purchase a dead rabbit, owing to the great risk to human life. I ask you, Mr Editor, if such a man should be tolerated in the county? Ought he not to be " cut " by all gentlemen, and to suffer the penalty of such iniquitous conduct ? Where the fault lies in the present instance of hound poisoning I no not pretend to say; that remains to be proved, as I hope it will be, by the strict investigation of the master of the hounds, the Hon Ernest Duncombe. But, depend upon it, it lies in a narrow compass, between the coverts of Studley and Sawley, and those on the property of the gentleman above alluded to, for on that day the hounds passed close to his place on their way to covert, and may have picked up the rabbit there, as it is well known that a poisoned animal may die some way from the place where the poison is taken. Therefore it is by no means certain that the hounds were poisoned either at Studley or Sawley. I do not for a moment suppose that the owners of these two places would countenance poison being put down in any of their coverts, but it is their duty to ascer- tain if such a thing has never been done by their keepers, and to clear themselves from all suspicions. The consequence of these proceedings is, that one part of the Bedale country is barred for hunting, as Mr Duncombe has had a melancholy warning of the risk his pack incurs. All that is left to remedy the ovil now is to make the strictest inquiries, and wherever a case of laying down poison by any one of whatever rank, gentle- man or keeper, can be - proved, let him be held up to publo execration, and his name posted in all the neighbouring villages, not only to prevent the destruction of foxes, but the fearful risk to human life.— Yours, & c, AN ANTI- POISONER. THE LEDBURY HOUNDS. MR EDITOR : Met on Monday, the 16th, at Coddington Cross, with the intention of drawing Poors Wood, but a litter of cubs had been found the day before above ground, and so it was thought advisable to trot away, in case we might chop on the vixen and her family. Drew Mr Higgin's plantations and Bacon Hill blank, and started for the Mathon Covers. A fox got up out of a fallow field by the Hill Farm ; ran him through Bacon Hill and back, out at the bottom of the cover for the Leys and Hol- lings Hill to the left of Mathon Church, by Overly, through Row- burrow and High Grove, when he took a turn back to fiowbur- row, by Hall Court, through Littley, by Mathon Lodge, up the Worcestershire Beacon, turned to the right to the Wych, left Mathon Park to the left, and down the flat to the Shipping House to within a field of Poors Wood, where he was headed, and turned to the left to Colwall Church, and then to the Hope End Bank, where he was met by a man in the road, and what became of him after we never could tell, but fancy he went to ground in one of the numerous drains close handy. At any rate we had raced him up to that point, and never touched on him after, and all but the " bloodthirsty" went home satisfied.— Yours, & e, CHARLEY. HUNTING MEMS. The Norfolk Hounds had their last meet on Friday, the 6th inst. We understand that the prospects for the next season are most cheering— foxes plentiful, and vulpecides scarce, and that the subscription list amount to upwards of £ 2,000. The 13 horses, which were let to the hunt by Mr Coleman for the sea- son, were sold at Tattersall's on Monday week, at good prices, one of them, Yanguard, realising I55gs. Cure No. 8,906—" Thirteen years'cough, indigestion, and general debility have been removed by Du Barry's excellent Revalenta Arabica Food.— JamesPorter, Atliol- street, Perth," Cure No. 4,208—" Eight years' dys- pepsia net vousness, debility, with cramps, spasms and nausea, have been effectually removed by Hu Barry's health- restoring food. I shall be happy to answer any inquiries.— Rev John W. Flavell, Ridlington Rec- tory, Norfolk." In canisters, lib 2s 9d. 21b 4s 6d, 51b lis, 121b 22s. The 121b carriage free, on receipt of Post Office order. Barry Du Barry and Co, 77, Regent- street, London; Fortnum, Mason, and Co, 182. Piccadilly; also at Abbis's, 60, Gracechurch- street. HOLLOW AX'S OINTMENT AND PILLS.— EXTBAOBDINABY CUBE or A DISEASE OE THE SKIN.— Edgar Martin, of Luton, Bedfordshire, suf- fered for 19 years with a frightful disease of the skin, his body being covered with painful eruptions of a scorbutic nature. He had profes- sional advice, but the disease increased. He could bear it no longer, and was recommended to use Holloway's Ointment and Pills, which he did, and in nine weeks was completely restored to health, leaving his body without a blemish.— Sold by all medicine vendors throughout the world; at Professor Holloway's establishments, 244, Strand, London, and 80, Maiden- lane, New York ; by A,. Ste^ pa, Constantinople; A, Quidicy, Smyrna; an< i E. Muir, Malta, INTELLIGENCE EXTEA. ILSLEY MEETING, 1857. Entries for the BLEWBURX STAKES, for two year olds ; half a mile. Mr Starkey's Witcliwood ( late Roadsman), by Youn? Venison out of Conyngham's d; im Mr St John's GreenwichFairCSlbes) Mr T. Stevens's Archibald ^ Slb alld) Mr Saxon's Sampson ( brother to Giantess) Mr Barber's Polly Peacham ( olb ex) Weights for the HURDLE RACE ; two miles. Mr T. Parr's Kelpie Mr G. Drewe's D'Arcey Lord J. Scott's b f by Turnus out of Dalkeith's dam Mr Thornton's Sister to Dusty Miller ( Sib allowed) Mr Holmes ns Melita ( 31b allowed) age st lb Weathercock. .6. .11 7 Freedom a.. 11 4 Stamford .... a.. 11 4 Swalcliffe .... 4.. 10 12 Theodine .... a. 10 12 Laura Selma.. 5.. 10 12 The Hack .... a.. 10 11 MissHarkaway4,. 10 10 Fearless ( lib).. 5.. 10 10 age st lb Decamp 5. .10 9 Border Chief.. 5.. 10 8 Nicholas 5.. 10 7 Redcap a.. 10 4 Evinston Lass a.. 10 4 Coleshill 6.. 10 3 Flageolet 5.. 10 1 I'iigra 4.. 9 12 Obscurity .... 4.. 9 11 age stlb Penelope .... 6.. 10 6 Cripple 4.. 9 6 Bg by Gabbler 5.. 9 4 Primrose .... 4.. 9 4 B g by Bow- string 5.. 9 4 Rockley 3.. 8 9 Leo 3.. 8 7 age st lb I Mary 5. .9 0 The STEWARDS' PLATE ; one mile. age st lb Questionable .. 5.. 7 2 Early Bird .... 6. .9 0 | Joshua 5.. 7 2 Theodora 4.. 8 7 British Remedyl.. 7 0 Flyaway 4.. 8 0 Flatterer 5.. 8 0 KatherineLogie 4. .7 10 Redemption.... 5.. 7 10 Weathercock .. 6 .7 8 Tom Thumb .. 4. .7 4 Swalcliffe 4.. 6 12 Knightof Avon .4.. 6 12 Huntington,... 3. .6 12 Our Sal 4.6 9 Skyseaaper 4.. 6 8 Cripj3J 4., 6 8 age st lb Heyday 5.. 6 7 Primrose...... 4.. 6 7 Master Bagot. .3. .6 6 Cedric 3. .6' 4 The Dupe .... 8. .6 4 Fiction 3.. 6 12 Worcester .... 3.. 5 12 Gazehound.... 3.. 5 10 Leo 3.. 5 8 DURHAM, 1857. The DURHAM HANDICAP of 10 sovs each, h ft, and only 3 if de- clared on or before Tuesday next, the 24th inst, with 50 added ; Winners of 50 sovs after March 17 4lb, of two fifties or 100 71b extra; one mile and a half; 21 subs. If the highest weight accepting be under Sst 71b, it will be raised to that weight, and the others in proportion. age stlb TheAssayer .. 6.. 8 7 Rylstone 5.. 8 5 Hospitality .... 4.. 8 0 Elastic 5. .7 13 Plausible 5.. 7 12 Cd. Statliesmon a.. 7 8 Courtenay 5 .7 7 age stlb Baroda 5.. 6 8 Black Tiffany.. 4.. 6 ( i Lady Durham., 5.. 6 4 Old Stringhalts. a.. 6 2 Cora Linn .... 8.. 5 9 El Hakim 3.. 5 5 Redcar 3. .5 2 age st lb Preston 4. .7 5 Phcenix 6. .7 4 Alma 4.. 7 3 Gaudy 4 .7 3 Caliph 6. .7 0 Little Nell( lib) l.. 6 11 Tiff 4 .6 9 Weights published oh Tuesday, the 17th of March, at nine o'clock in the morning. The NEW STAKES of 5 sovs each, with 40 added; two year olds 7st, three 9st; fillies and geldings allowed 31b; winners once in 1857 31b, twice, or the Hopeful Stakes on the first day, 51b extra; horses that have started twice in 1857 and not won allowed 31b; T. Y. C.; 6 subs. Mr Robinson's br c Bosquet, 2 yrs | Mr Dawson's br c Gorse Hili, 2 yrs Mr W. H. Brook's b f Grisell, 2 yrs Mr Jackson's Spread Eagle, 2 yrs Mr Peck's ro c Flybyday, 2 yrs I Capt Grey's br c Duneany, 2 yrs EPSOM SPRING MEETING, 1857. The RAILWAY PLATE of 50 sovs ( Handicap), for all ages; New T. Y. C. ( three quarters of a mile). age st lb New Brighton a.. 9 7 Olympus 4. .8 6 Jesuit 5. .8 1 Captain Chaff.. 6.. S 0 Squire Watt .. 4. .7 13 Dramatist 4.. 7 13 Octavia a.. 7 8 Ida 5.. 7 4 age st lb Adamant 4.. 7 3 Mottingham .. 4.. 7 0 Nightshade.... 6. .6 13 Primrose 4. .6 10 Little Benjamins.. 6 6 Ruth 3. .6 6 Black Tommy.. 8.. 6 6 age st lb Hegirah 3.. 6 4 The Abbot .... 3.. 5 12 Maid of Perth.. 3.. 5 7 Gazehound .... 3.. 5 7 Rotterdam .... 3.. 5 7 Little Sam .... 2. .4 7 Victor Emanuel2.. 4 4 CR0XT0N PARK, 1857. The CROXTON PARK PLATE of 70 sovs, added to a Sweepstakes of 5 sovs each; jockeys to ride; three horses to start or the money will not be added; one mile. age st lb Mary 5.. 8 13 TheAssayer 6*. 8 4 Malacca 4.. 8 3 Hospitality .... 4.. 8 1 Kestrel 4. .7 11 Bolton 5.. 7 9 age st lb Furioso 4.. 7 8 Jack Sheppard .5.. 7 6 Peter Flat .... 5,. 7 6 Bracken 6.. 7 4 Mabel 6.. 7 0 age st lb Tyne 4.. 6 10 CoalBlackRose. 4 .6 8 Victory ( h b) .. a.. 6 4 Peeping Tom.. S.. 6 4 Sister to Hesse Cassel 4 .5 13 EAST LOTHIAN HUNT & MUSSELBURGH SPRING MEETING, 1857. Weights for the FREE HANDICAP. st lb 12 0 Ben Lomond .. .. 11 4 Lady Graham.. .. 11 4 Yeutick .. 11 4 Pippin ........ .. 11 4 Little Nell .... .. 11 2 Aubone .. 11 0 Little Bob .. 11 0 stlb Pitfall 10 12 Waverley 10 10 The Wave 10 10 SirColinCampbell lu 10 Hetman filly..,. Platoff stlb Grampian 10 0 The Deacon 10 0 Agnes King 9 12 Sulpitia 9 12 Amina 9 10 Eugenie 9 8 SeducerSingleton. 9 4 RACING IN FRANCE. ( EROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT.) LA MARCHE SPRING MEETING- MARCH 15. A WELTER STAKES of 800f, added to a Sweepstakes of 50f; open to all; three year olds and upwards; the second to double his stake ; weights for age; penalties and allowances, & C; gentlemen riders; 1,800 metres ( lm 2fur); 10 subs, Count d'Hedouville's ch h Gagne- Petit, by Romeo or Young Emilius, 6yrs, 1561b.. Visct de St Roman 1 Prince de Beauvau'B b f Fidelity, 3 yrs, 1151b Mr Blunt 2 Mr Tatham's ch h Fact, 6 yrs, 1621b Mr Roberts 3 M Anthony's b m Dozufe, aged, 1511b Mr Cartier 0 M d'Etreillis's b na Empress, 5 yrs, 1481b Owner 0 Mr Briggs's b m Cordone, 4 yrs, 1431b Count Perregaux 0 Mr De la Poer's br ra Legacy, 3 yrs, 1091b ( car 1131b) Owner 0 Betting : 3 to 1 agst Fidelity, and from 5 to 10 to 1 agst the others. After one false start they got off well together, the running being taken up immediately by Legacy, having Fact and Gagne- Petit next in close attendance ; rounding the first turn the leader increased the pace, and getting clear over the awkard drain and grips, came with a clear lead through the garden, ontotheroad, up which she bolted, taking no further part in the race, having parted company with her rider. Gagne- Petit here took up the running, and Fidelity passed Fact and took the second place, Empress and DozuW next, and Cordone, who had blundered in the drain bringing up the rear ; no further change took place, but after rounding the turn Fidelity made an effort to overhaul Gagne- Petit, but never got up and was beaten, rather easily, by a good length, Fact a bad third ; the owners of Dozule and Empress having a private bet among themselves for places, indulged the company with a " finish" for fourth place, which Dozuld secured by a head. The STEEPLE CHASE D'OUVERTURE of l, 200f, added to a Sweep- stakes of lOOf, h ft; open to all; five year olds and up- wards ; the second to double his stake ; weights for age; penalties and allowances; gentlemeu riders allowed 5lb ; 4,000 metres ( 2m 4fur); 7 subs. Mr Manby's b g The Dean, aged, 1401b Enock 1 Count de Loire's b m Laura, aged, 1461b Wakefield 2 Viscount Talon's ch g Hercules, aged, 141lb Owner 8 M Moise's Dk g Black Dwarf, aged, 1331b Gibson O Capt Watson's b g Hartshorn, aged, 1351b Hunter 0 Betting: 2 to 1 on the field, The Dean for choice. The Dean made all the running, Laura and Hercules his immediate fol- lowers, Hartshorn next, and Black Dwarf at a very respectful dis- tance. Making no mistakes, The Dean, unapproached, won in a canter by half a dozen lengths; Hercules, who lay second until the turn for home, was beaten easily for second place by Laura— he pulled up very lame ; Hartshorn and Black Dwarf nowhere. A HURDLE AND BARRIER RACE of l, 000f, added to a Sweep- stakes of lOOf, h ft; the second to double his stake; open to all ; four year olds and upwards; weights for age; penalties and allowances; gentlemen riders allowed 51b ; 1,800 metres ( lm 2fur); 7 subs. Viscount Talon's b li Kilkenny Boy, aged, 1381b Owner 1 Count d'Hedouville's ch h Gagne- Petit, 6 yrs, 1541b.... Smith 2 Count de Loire's bk g Noir Animal ( late Black Pepper), 5 yrs, 1461b Wakefield 3 M Desvigne's br g Jasmin, 5 yrs, 1431b Bloomfield 0 M Manby's b g Good Lad, aged, 1561b Enock 0 Betting : 2 to 1 on the field, Noir Animal for choice. Goed Lad cut out the work, Kilkenny Boy and Noir Animal in close attendance, and Gagne- Petit lying off. Making no mistakes at their fences, they came to the second turn, wliere Gagne- Petit ran up to his horses, and Good Lad resigned the lead to Kil- kenny Boy, and retired to the rear. Gagne- Petit took the last turn very wide, but got up to the leaders, and between the three a capital race ensued, Kilkenny Boy w inning very cleverly by nearly a length, and Gagne- Petit having the advantage of a head only over Noir Animal. Good Lad was a bad fourth, and Jasmin beaten off. AQUATICS. OXFORD OARED TORPID Exeter Christ Church Pembroke University Worcester"} Oriel j Exeter 2 UNIVERSITY EIGHT RACES. FRIDAY, MARCH 13.— These annual races commenced on Friday week, and were brought to a close on the afternoon of Friday last. The racing, upon an average, may be considered good, and the attendance better than in any previous year's Torpid Races. The boats started in the following order, the brackets denoting the bumps which occurred Balliol ' ' Wadham 1 BrasenoseJ Trinity SATURDAY.— No " racing took place, in consequence of the boisterous state of the weather, Wednesday being substituted. MONDAY. Exeter I Balliol " 1 I Oriel Christ Church") I Brasenose J I Worcester Pembroke J I Wadham 1 1 Exeter 2 University I Trinity J I A splendid race between Brasenose and Balliol, the bump being made only a short distance from the winning post. TUESDAY.— The only change from yesterday was that Worcester again took precedence of Oriel, in consequence of the rudder lines of the latter becoming entangled with the starting rope, which gave the Worcester boat an opportunity of passing them. WEDNESDAY. Exeter University I Worcester! Pembroke Brasenose 1 Oriel J Christ Church Balliol . I Exeter 2 Trinity I Oriel bumped Worcester again very soon after starting. A very fine race, Brasenose, University, and Christ Church. Wad- ham took off previous to this race. THURSDAY.— The only change that took place was between Worcester and Exeter."— 2d.— A splendid race again with Bra- senose, University, and Christ Church. Pembroke gained on Exeter. FRIDAY. Exeter I University") I Oriel Pembroke I Brasenose J Exeter ( 2d) Christ Church I Balliol Worcester | Trinity | University, after struggling hard for several days to maintain its place, was at last compelled to succumb to Bras^ tose. Pem- broke again gained on Exeter. DEATH OE THE EARL AMHERST,— We have to record the death of the Earl Amherst, who expired at nine o'clock on Fri- day night week, at Knowle Park, near Sevenoaks, Kent. He was born in 1773. He is succeeded by his only son, William Pitt, Viscount Holmesdale, born Sept 3d, 1805. EXPERIMENTS AT THE FRENCH ACADEMY OP SCIENCES.— Some extremely interesting experiments communicated by M Berths, the eminent French chemist, to the Academic des Sciences, at Paris, rationally and satisfactorily explain one of the causes of the high and popular estimation attained by Dr de Jongh's celebrated light- brown Cod Liver Oil throughout the Continent and in this country. M Berths, adverting to the works and opinions of Dumas, Liebig, Boussingault, Claude Bernard, and other distinguished savans, as tending to show that the efficacious action of this oil, in improving digestion and nutrition, materially depends upon its peculiar and power- ful assimilating properties, ascertained, from his carefully- conducted experiments, that whilst this variety, after prolonged and continuous administration, underwent no appreciable dimi- nution of its assimilating faculty, butter, almond, olive and whale oils, English and Newfoundland cod liver oil, and cod liver oil rendered clear by alkalis and charcoal, sometimes called " tasteless," and " pale" or " colourless" oil, within a very short period entirely lost all this essential quality of assimilation. The correctness of Dr de Jongh's well- known researches, esta- blishing the superiority of his light- brown oil over the yellow or pale varieties, is thus further confirmed, and is likewise appro- priately acknowledged by Baron Fouquier, Professor at the University of Paris, and Physician to his late Majesty Louis Philippe, in the following terms :—'" You have rendered an emi- nent service to science, by acquainting practitioners with the cause of the frequent irregularity in the effects of cod liver oil, and directing their attention to a properchoice. You have thereby pre- served to science the benefit of a medicine that might have fallen into utter discredit in consequence of its unaccountable in- action in some cases." Dr de Jongh's Oil is only sold in impe- rial half- points, 2s 6d pints, 4s 9d ; and quarts, 9s, capsuled and labelled with his stamp and signature, without which none can possibly be genuine, by his sole British consignees, Ansar, Harford, and Co., 77, Strand, London, and in the country by many respectable chemists. Proposed substitutions of other kinds of cod liver oil should be strenuously resisted, as they pro- ceed from interested motives, and will result in disappointment to the purchaser, THE FRAUDULENT BILL SYSTEM. At the Lewes Assizes, on the 17th instant, an action was brought by a person named Weedon, carrying on business as a woollen draper, in Warwick- street, Golden- square, against Lieut D. M. Fyfe, a cornet in the 4th Light Dragoons, upon a bill of exchange for £ 300, drawn by the defendant, aufi accepted by 31 r George Paxton, until lately a cornet in the same regiment, which was endorsed to the plaintiff by a person named Curlewis, a tailor. A number of pleas were put upon the record by the defendant, but the only material one was that the bill in question had been fraudulently obtained by a person named John Charles Johns, and that no consideration had been given for it by the plaintiff. Mr M. Chambers, Q. C., and Mr Honeyman were counsel for the plaintiff; Mr E, James, Q. C., and Mr Pollock were for the defendant. It appeared that the bill which was the subject of the action was dated the 27th September, 1856, at three months date, and it bore the endorsement of Johns, and also that of Curlewis. The fact of the notice of dishonour was admitted; and these formal facts having been put in evidence, the case for the plaintiff was closed. Mr JAMES addressed the jury on behalf of the defendant, and said that the present case was one that would require their most careful consideration, because there could be no doubt that the defendant had been robbed of this bill, under the pretence that it should be discounted for him, and although there was always considerable difficulty in making out the real facts con- nected with these bill transactions, he hoped to be able to satisfy them that this was really the casein the present instance. The defendant, Mr Fyfe, was an officer in the 4th Dragoons, and Mr Paxton, who was the son of Sir Joseph Paxton, was a brother officer in the same regiment, and there was no doubt that the bill in question was drawn for their mutual accommodation to raise money, and it was entrusted to Johns, whose name ap- peared as the endorser of the bill, in order that he might dis- count it, which be undertook to do. Instead of that, however, he kept the bill, and nothing was heard of it until the present action was brought against Mr Fyfe. The learned counsel then proceeded to state that Johns was a man who had been three times an insolvent; and it appeared that, having become possessed of the bill, he contrived in some way or other to pass it over to the pre- sent plaintiff, who sought to recover the amount of the bill from the defendant, upon the suggestion that he had given value for it. He believed, however, that when the jury had heard the facts he should lay before them, they would be of opinion that the plaintiff was aware of the nature of the transaction, and that no real value had been given for the bill; and if this should be made out to their satisfaction, the defendant would be en- titled to a verdict. Mr George Paxton was then examined. He deposed that he was formerly an officer in the 4th Dragoons, and in Sept last he was with the regiment at Brighton. The defendant, Mr Fyfe, was an officer in the same regiment. About the 25th Sept, Johns, whose name appeared as one of the endorsers of the bill in ques- tion, called upon him at the barracks. He had never seen him before this time. They had some conversation about money, and Johns told him that if he could get the name of another officer with his own to a bill, he would get it discounted for him. He afterwards saw Johns at the shop of a cigar merchant at Brighton, and a bill for £ 300 was cashed by him. This was not the bill that was the subject of the present action. Another bill for £ 600, which was drawn by Mr Fyfe, and accepted bv witness, was afterwards discounted through the agency of Johns, and £ 200 was paid in money for it, and two race horses. Witness had the horses, and Mr Fyfe had the money. The £ 300 bill that was now the subject of inquiry was given to Johns to get dis- counted, and he promised to pay the money into witness's bankers in London a day or two afterwards, but he never did so, and he had never received a farthing on account of the bill; and the first information he heard relating to it was from his attor- ney, who told him that an action had been commenced against Mr Fyfe, as the drawer of the bill, to recover the amount. When he found that he could not obtain the money he p. pplied to Johns to restore him the bill, and he told him it was destroyed, and he was satisfied with this answer. Cross- examined : He had altogether several money and racing transactions with Johns, and he won one bet of him upon the Great Northern Handicap. Johns did not find the money for the £ 600 bill, but it was advanced by a person named La Mert. The horses were the property of La Mert, and they were still in witness's possession. The £ 600 bill had been paid. Witness had been sued upon one of his acceptances ; but after he had pleaded to the action, it was not proceeded with. He pleaded infancy. He was not yet of age, and he was of course not of age while these bill transactions were going on. He might have told the parties that he was of age. Could not say how long he had been in the habit of accepting bills of exchange for the accommo- dation of himself and other brother officers. He might have " backed" bills to the amount of £ 2,000 or £ 3,000 while he was in the army. The transactions between him and Mr Fyfe might have amounted altogether to about £ 1,200 or £ 1,300. Mr Fyfe " backed" bills for him to the amount of about £ 1,000, and he in return " backed" one for him to the amount of £ 230. He had had the same sort of operations with other officers. In answer to further questions put by Mr Chambers, the witness said that he might have accepted bills to the amount of £ 3,000, knowing at the time that he was under age. He also stated that he had now left the army about three weeks, and that he had resigned his commission for private reasons that had nothing whatever to do with these transactions. In re- examination the witness said that he was now twenty years and six months old. It also appeared that Johns kept race horses, and that they stood at the same stable as the witness's at Ilsley, and ho said that he might have told him upon one occasion that he was of age. He also said that La Mert, thi person he had mentioned, was a very curious customer, and he did not know exactly what he was [ a laugh]. The two horses he received as part of the consideration for the £ 600 bill were valued at £ 325 to him, but he did not believe they would fetch more than £ 100 or £ 120 at the hammer if they were sold now. Mr Douglas Munro Fyfe, the defendant, was then examined, and he confirmed the evidence given by Mr Paxton, as to no consideration having been given for the bill. In answer to a question put by Mr Chambers, he said that when he put his name to the bill, he of course intended to pay it some time or other. Mr JAMES then submitted that upon this evidence he had made out a sufficient prima facie case of fraud to call upon the plaintiff to show that lie had given value for the bill. Mr Baron CHANNELL said it appeared to him that this ought to be done. Mr Frederick Weedon, the plaintiff, was accordingly called. He stated that he carried on the business of a woollen draper in Warwick- street, Golden- square, and be had been in the habit of supplying Mr Curlewis, oue of the endorsers of the bill, who was a tailor, with goods, and at the end of 1856 he was indebted to him more than £ 700. He asked him to give him some money on account, in the beginning of January, and he handed him the bill in question, which he placed to his account, and gave him credit for the amount. He said that he had taken other bills of Curlewis in the same way, and he had no knowledge of any of the conditions under which the bill had been originally obtained. This witness was subjected to a very rigid cross- examination by Mr EDWIN JAMES, and in the course of his answers he said that the debt due by Curlewis was composed of an old balance from the year 1855 of £ 200, and £ 500 worth of goods that he had supplied to him during 1856. He produced his books to show that the bill had been regularly entered to Curlewis's credit, and he said that there was always a sort of standing balance against him, and the bills that were handed to him were intended to cover that balance. He also stated that when the bill was dishonoured he made no claim upon Curlewis, but at once in- structed his attorney to proceed against the defendant, and his attorney, it appeared, was also the attorney for Curlews. The plaintiff also stated that Curlewis had asked him to bring the present action. On re- examination the plaintiff swore positively that he took the bill in the ordinary course of his business, and that he gave Curlewis credit for the amount in the ordinary way. Mr EDWIN JAMES, in the course of a very able summing up of the case for the defendant, urged that the evidence to show that consideration had been given for the bill was a mere sham and fudge, and that the " standing balance" that had been talked about by Mr Weedon was got up solely for the purpose of carrying out the fraud that had been practised upon these young men, and to make it appear that a genuine debt existed between Curlewis and the plaintiff. In all these cases of bill robberies the jury were aware that it was necessary to find out what was called an" innocent holder for value," to bring the action, and it certainly was an odd thing that a tailor generally appeared to be the unfortunate individual [ a laugh]. He submitted that, in the present case, the evidence of the plaintiff was most un- satisfactory, and he observed that, if it was true that Curlewis owed the amount that had been stated to the plaintiff, he might have been called to prove the fact, but they had not dared to put him into the witness- box. Mr CHAMBERS, in reply, contended that the plaintiff had clearly established that he had taken this bill in part payment of his debt, and that he knew nothing whatever of any fraud having been committed, and that it would be a very great hard- ship " upon him if he could not recover under such circum- stances. A good deal had been said about the system which prevailed of plundering young men like the defendant and Mr Paxtou, but he really could not help expressing his opinion that the disclosures that had been made in this and other cases of a similar character gave a very melancholy picture of the state of society at the present day. It had been said that these young men had been plundered, but when it appeared that one of them had been giving acceptances to a large amount, knowing that they were worthless at the time he did so on account of his being under age, he could not help saying that it appeared to him they were the parties v/ ho desired to fleece others, and that it was rather too much, having been " hail fellow well mot" with the people who were concerned with them in this sort of transactions for a certain time, when it answered their purpose that they should be allowed to turn round and say that they had been defrauded. Mr Baron CHANNELL, in summing up the case to the jury, clearly explained the law upon the subject, and said that the only point for them to consider was, whether the plaintiff had made out that he had given value for the bill, and that he had re- ceived it in part payment of a genuine pre- existing debt. If this was proved to their satisfaction, the plaintiff was entitled to a verdict, notwithstanding the original circumstances under which the bill was obtained, but if they had any doubt upon the subject, or if they should be of opinion that the transaction was merely an arrangement got up to enable the plaintiff to sue upon the bill, then he would not in law be entitled to recover, and the defendant ought to have a verdict. The jury retired, and after being absent about an hour they returned into court, and gave a verdict for the defendant. HER MAJESTY S THEATRE.— The programme for tho ensuing season, which, according to announcement, will commence on the 14th of April, is just issued. Madame Alboni and Made- moiselle Piccolomini are among the engagements, and two new prime donne are to be added to the attractions of the year. These are Madame Spezia, who has gained a high reputation in the grander line of lyrical tragedy, and Mademoiselle Ortolani, whose talent is displayed in impersonations of the lighter and gentler kind. Another new engagement is Signor Antonio Giuglini, a tenor of wide celebrity; he will open the season with Madame Spezia in " La Favorita." Signori Belletti, Beneven- tano, and Rossi remain in the establishment, and there will be a new basso profondo in the person of Signor Vialetti of Milan. The announcement of " Don Giovanni," to be produced " with the perfection of ensemble and details necessary to realise the in- tention of its great author," is one of the most interesting fea- tures of the programme. The three ladies, Mesdames Piccolo- mini, Spezia, and Ortolani, will be combined in the cast. The list of choreographic artists is long and imposing. Madame Rosati will bring over with her a divertissement founded on the ballet " Marco Spada." Mademoiselle Marie Taglioni will appear in a new ballet, composed expressly for her by her father. Mesde- moiselles Boschetti and Katrine are also engaged, and we shall have a new candidate in Mademoiselle Pocchini, who will open the season in the revived ballet'' La Esmeralda." Signor Bonetti remains the director and conductor of the music, and the or- chestra has been strengthened by the engagements of Signor Pezze, first violoncello of La Scala, and Signor Girandoli, first contrabasso of Bergamo. ANOTHER DARING BURGLARY IN DERBYSHIRE.— On Sa turday evening week, about nine o'clock, Mrs Grace Watts, aged between 60 and 70 years, widow of Mr Daniel Watts, was sitting in her house at Tansley, ne& r Matlock, Derbyshire, there being no one within but herself and a boy of about twelve years of age, when a tall man opened the door and asked if young Joseph Smith lived there. Mr Smith, the nearest neighbour, lived at some distance, and Mrs Watts sent the boy to show the man the house. At the top of a lane, about 100 yards distant, two other men were standing smoking, as was the first man, having kindled his pipe at Mrs Watts's house. They all three returned together, and entered the house, closed the door, and the tall one produced & sword and demanded what money there was. One of them stood over her with the sword, threatening to 4^ urder her if she made any noise, while the other two proceeded upstairs and ransacked the rooms. They returned unsuccessful as to money; but, on a second search, they found an old petticoat, which had passed through their hands unwrapped, and on un- folding it found and took a £ 10 note and £ 1610s in gold. They then made off, locking the inmates in the house, and threatening to murder them if they made any alarm for two hours. The boy succeeded in forcing the bolt of the door- lock with a harrow tooth, and caused a pursuit shortly afterwards, but without success. There is no house within call of Mrs Watts's., which is ! situated within half an hour's walk of the scene of the recent j burglary, at the Rev J, Nodder's, at Ashover, IMPERIAL PARLIAMENT. HOUSE OF LORDS. MONDAY— THE INCOME- TAX.— THE STATE OF THE COUNTRY.— On the motion for the second readirg of the In- come: tax Bill, the Earl of DERBY rose, pursuant to notice, to call the attention of their lordships to the circumstances under which the present appeal is made to the country. After refer- ring to, and regretting the position of financial affairs, which be thought must result in the Government having to meet a defici- ency of no less than £ 6,500,000 in 1858, he said that nothing but urgent and systematic economy could avail us. On the army and navy but small reductions could be made ; but the miscel- laneousestimates had been swelled to a formidable amount by the extravagance of Parliaments, and on those much saving might be effected. The system of economy on which the coun- try must mainly depend was, however, after all, its policy. The Government must substitute a reasonable, conciliatory spirit, for a tone of braggadocia and menace— they must prepare not to meddle with the internal concerns of any nation, nor to use a language of threat and intimidation to powers which, even though the weakest, were still too proud to listen to it. With sxch a system, indeed, might the Government keep down the expenditure of the army ; but if, on the contrary, it adopted the other dangerous principle, and if the discretion or indiscretion of officials was to commit the country to a war, they must give up, once for all, the idea of economy, arm themselves cap- a- pie, and prepare to meet all comers at all times. Referring to the recent decision come to by the House of Commons with regard to the affairs of China, Lord Derby denied that the Government had any just cause for complaint at the steps which had been taken, or that any party or parties had been actuated by the motive of embarrassing her Majesty's Government. The papers which had been laid before Parliament had beien given to them solely with a view of enabling them to come to some decision on the question. It was not Parliament which had forced Minis- ters to take on themselves the responsibility of their subordi- nates' conduct— it was the Ministers who had assumed it volun- tarily. Had the Government, when the papers were laid before Parliament, announced then that they intended to do wkat they had done since, and that they would send out a plenipo- tentiary to inquire into the management of affairs at Canton, little more would have been heard from Parliament on the sub- ject. But, not doing this, when members most reluctantly, but conscientiously voted as they had done on the recent decision of the House of Commons, there arose the cry of unnatural coali- tion and unfair combination. That charge was a gross calumnv, and he repelled it as such. Both himself and the party that acted with him were guiltless, in word and deed, of having given any just ground for such an imputation. His lordship, having given this solemn denial, then entered into a long explanation as to what he believed had been the course taken in the House of Commons by the various political parties which had voted in favour of Mr Cobden's motion, and said, that the mere fact of that motion having been brought forward by Mr Cobden, indis- posed some members of the Conservative party to act in support of it at all. Not long ago, when the Government opposed Mr Locke King's motion, it only commanded a miserable attend- ance of 31 followers, of which 21 were officials. The Conserva- tive party, governed only by their principles, came to Lord Pal- merston's assistance, placed him in a majority of 13, and saved him from the fate of Acteeon— that of being devoured by his own hounds. That was the conduct of the Conservatives on that oc- casion, though it was the fashion now to accuse them of coalition and combination. After a brief allusion to the episcopal bench, in which Lord Derby expressed his regret that the names of some right rev prelates should be sounded by parties in the Church as a proof of sectarian bias, he proceeded to refer to foreign affairs, condemning some maritime concessions mado by Lord Palmerston during the conferences at Paris, and also most strongly the course taken in the Neapolitan affair. He professed his utter ignorance of the policy which the country was to secure by supporting Lord Palmerston. He thought it was difficult to recognise that Minister amid the many attributes, all more or less inconsistent with each other, ascribed to him by his various supporters; and he even believed, out of the many portraits, Lord Palmerston would have great difficulty in recognising him- self. But that for which Lord Derby most condemned him, was the ease with which he yielded up his convictions on the least external pressure, giving, as instances, the way in which the question of the tea duties had been treated, and his conduct with regard to Sir John M'Neill and Colonel Tulloch. In con- clusion, Lord Derby said that, if Lord Palmerston adhered to a conciliatory policy abroad, and acted fir;-. ily in resisting uncalled- for innovations at home, he would find no warmer or more con- sistent supporters than the much- abused and vilified Conserva- tive party. But if he pursued a contrary course of action, he hoped and believed that the Conservatives would be strong enough to save him from his own supporters, and to check him in his downward course.— Earl GRANVILLE said, he thought that Lord Derby had used his position in that house quite legi- timately in making the speech to which they had just listened ; for, considering the conduct of some of his supporters, and the nature of the addresses they were putting forth, it seemed quite natural and right that Lord Derby should make a statement which might serve as a modol and a standard of the political creed of the members of his party. After briefly noticing the financial objections, Lord Granville vindicated the home policy of the Government, and reminded their lordships of the time when Lord Derby was at the head of a government, and when, notwithstanding the vital questions on which he differed from the rest of the country, he continued to meet their lordships night after night, and fence with them on the question of whe- ther or not he would go to the country for protection or free trade. He explained the course pursued by the Government with regard to Sir John M'Neill and Colonel Tulloch, and ad- verted to the skill with which Lord Derby had avoided noticing the many favourable aspects which the foreign relations of this country now presented, and how close and intimate was the un- derstanding which existed with the Emperor of the French, with Austria, and other great powers of Europe. For the same reasons Lord Derby had but little dwelt upon the Persian war, which had so signally maintained the honour and interests of this country. Preferring to the vote on the Chinese question, Lord Granville expressed his belief in the solemn pledge givenby Lord Derby, but at the same time went at some length into the question of the statements made by the Press newspaper with reference to a combination between Mr Gladstone and the Con- servative party, with a view to account for the generally ex- pressed opinions as to a combination of parties having attempted to drive Government from office. He vindicated the episcopal bench from the charge of latitudinarianism, which had been hinted against some members of it, and regretted that Lord Derby should have made an almost personal attack upon Lord Palmerston. The best answer he could make to that attack was to refer for a moment to Lord Derby's anxiety to secure the offi- cial services of Lord Palmerston, when he was seeking to form an Administration in 1855. With regard to their having no policy on which to appeal to the country, ho thought the ques- tion of— whether the electors were willing to support the pre- sent Government was sufficient— and he believed that its result would be triumphant to Lord Palmerston's Administration.— After some further conversation the bill was read a second time, and the house adjourned. TUESDAY- CHINA.— A question urged by the Earl of HARDWICKE, relative to the production of papers, provoked a lively conversation touching the pending hostilities in China. In the course of this discussion Earl Granville renewed his defence of Sir J. Bowring ; while Earl Grey, the Earl of Ellenborough, and the Earl of Derby, enforced the opinions they had previ- ously expressed, that the British Commissioner at Hong Kong had committed many errors, and incurred a very serious responsibility. THE INCOME- TAX BILL went through committee. WEDNESDAY— The house sat for a short time, for the pur- pose of forwarding several bills a stage. THURSDAY— NAPLES.- The Earl of HARDWICKE inquired the reason why the squadron sent to the Bay of Naples had been withdrawn.— Lord CLARENDON replied that the French and English Governments had been induced to withdraw their ships of war in consequence of an apprehension that their presence might lead to an insurrection in the Kingdom of the Two Sici- lies.— Lord GREY deprecated the discussion of a question of such importance under existing circumstances. The papers laid on the table deserved the most serious consideration, and would, no doubt, be fully discussed at the opening of the new Parlia- ment.— The Earl of HARDWICKE attempted to renew the dis cussion, but the matter dropped. TURNER'S PICTURES— Lord ST LEONARDS called the at- tention of the House to the Turner bequest to the nation, and complained of the way in which the testamentary dispositions of that great artist had been neglected or set aside. He also complained of the " dark holes" in Marlborough House, in which a portion of the pictures constituting the bequest had been exhi- bited to the public.— The Marquis of LANSDOWNE, while fully admitting the value of the bequest made to the nation by Mr Turner, said, it was clear, though that great artist could draw everything else, he could uot draw a will. The result had been that the nation had been forced to submit to a compromise with the next of kin. With regard to the exhibition of the pictures at Marlborough House, that was the only place of exhibition at the disposal of the Government, and rather than not exhibit them at all the Government had resolved that they should be exhibited at Marlborough House, though it certainly did not intend them to remain there. Several bills were advanced a stage, and the house adjourned. FRIDAY.— Some routine business was transacted, including the third reading of several bills, and the house adjourned until Saturday. HOUSE OF COMMONS. SATURDAY, MARCH 14.— The House of Commons held an exceptional sitting at one o'clock on Saturday. THE SPEAKER'S PENSION.— A bill founded upon the re- cent resolution of the house, granting a retiring pension of £ 4,000 per annum to the Speaker, was brought in, and read a first time. BILLETING SOLDIERS.- On the motion for the second reading of the MUTINY BILL, Mr F. PEEL, replying to Mr Henley, stated that the bill had been so modified as to abrogate the practice, heretofore tha source of so many complaints, of billeting soldiers upon prfrote houses in Scotland.— The bill, after some further conversation, was read a second time ; as was also the MARINE MUTINY BILL.— The house adjourned at half- past one o'clock. MONDAY— In the House of Commons, the SPEAKER'S RETIREMENT BILL, the EXCHEQUER BILLS BILL, and the CONSOLIDATED FUND ( APPROPRIATION) BILL were read a second time, after an explanation by the CHANCEL- LOR of the EXCHEQUER, in reply to Sir H. Willoughby, with reference to the last- mentioned bill. THE MUTINY BILL and THE MARINE MUTINY BILL passed through committee. TUESDAY.- SIR JOHN M'NEILL AND COLONEL TUL- LOCH.— Viscount CASTLEROSSH appeared at the bar, bringing up her Majesty's gracious reply to the address of the Commons, praying for some special mark of favour towards Sir J. M'Neill and Colonel Tulloch. In this reply it was announced that direc- tions had been given by the Crown to carry out the intentions expressed in the resolution of the house. The motion of Mr Oliveira respecting the Wine Duties, and of Mr T. Duncombe on the subject of grievances complained of by the Band Transport Corps, were severally withdrawn for the present session. THE SPEAKER'S RETIREMENT BILL, the EXCHE- QUER BILLS BILL, and the APPROPRIATION BILL were respectively passed through committee. The MUTINY BILLS were considered, as amended, and or- dered to stand for third reading. NAPLES.— In reply to questions from Mr Disraeli and Mr Henley respecting the Neapolitan question, Lord PALMERSTON stated that no offer had been made by the British Government, either through their own agents, or to foreign powers, for the forcible suppression of republican institutions, under the contin- gency that any such political organisations should spring up in the kingdom of the Two Sicilies. WEDNESDAY.— THE SPEAKER'S RETIREMENT.— The Speaker's Retirement Bill was read a third time, and passed.— The SPEAKER expressed his acknowledgments to the house for this mark of their approbation of his services, and for the noble and generous manner in which those services had been rewarded. Other bills were likewise reada third time, and passed. TELEGRAPH TO INDIA.— In reply to questions, Mr WIL- SON stated that the only line of telegraphic communication be- tween India and Europe, with regard to which Government had entered into any engagements, was that from Seleucia to the Persian Gulf, and the only assistance to be given to the company would be in the shape of payment for work done, when the line was completed. WALLACHIA.— In answer to a question put by Mr OTWAY, Lord PALMERSTON said, the affairs of the Wallachian Provinces were now in a train of settlement; the Austrian troops had begun to evacuate the provinces, divans were about to assemble to make arrangements for the future settlement of the country, and he had no doubt that the Wallachian refugees would be allowed to return to their homes.— idjourned until Saturday. THE ASHOYER BURGLARY.— At Derby, on Friday, Thomas Wootton pleaded Guilty to the commission of the burglary at the house of the Rev Mr Nodder, at Ashover, on the 20th of February, the particulars of which have so recently appeared in our columns. His previous conviction having been proved, the learned judge sentenced him to be transported for 25 years. MADAME TUSSAUD'S EXHIBITION.— A highly interesting por- trait model cf Yiscount Palmerston, K G., has been placed in the great room of this popular establishment. The noble premier is represented in the usual court dress of a Minister, of the Crown, dark blue coat splendidly embroidered with gold and decorated with the most noble the order of the garter, CITY INTELLIGENCE. During the early part of the week the English Stock Marksw- l manifested increased symptoms of heaviness, and Consols, which had closed flatly on Saturday, reeedad about a | per cent. This weakness was occasioned by the extraordinary demand for money, augmented by the settlement of the Foreign Stock and Railway Share Accounts, and also the rapid efflux of gold for the Continent in payment of purchases of silver. On Thursday, however, the tone of the market rather improved, but still there was no extension of business. The favourable result anticipated from the elections, and the hope of extensive arrivals of gold from Australia being the means of preserving the bullion in the Bank of England at a satisfactory point, have tended to check speculation for the decline, and have induced a few pur- chases. The decline, therefore, has been recovered, and yes- terday afternoon Consols left off at 93J- f for money and at 93i | for the Account. The other securities for which the trans- fer books are still open, remain without any alteration of im- portance. Exchequer Bills have been at a small discount but they now exhibit rather more firmness. Were6 lateSt prices 011 afternoon of the English Funds Bank Stock shut | Exchequer Bills, 1 pm Consels for Money, 931 f IndiaBonds ( under £ l, 000) 2dia Ditto Account, 93} | | Ditto Stock, 222 The business transacted in the Foreign Stock Market has been quite of a limited character, but the quotations have shown very little fluctuation, and, on the whole, may be said to have been maintained with considerable firmness. Turkish Bonds have advanced fully one per cent, and the purchases have been on a fair scale. The Four per Cents have ruled dull, but firm, fepanish Securities have also been well supported, and South American have ruled at the previous values. Mexican Bonds have experienced an unimportant advance of nearly 2 per cent which has been produced by the advices from the Republic' announcing the restoration of tranquillity and the progress of negociations for the obtainmeut of a loan from the United States to the extent of 16,000,000 dollars. It is expected that a part of this amount will be assigned to the bondholders, in con- sideration of the appropriation by the Government to its own use of a portion of those special duties which were hypothecated to the Enghsh creditors. Ruasian and Dutch Bonds have been firm. The latest prices of the Foreign Funds on Friday after- noon were : Belgian, 98 99 Brazilian, 102} Buenos Avres, 84 6 Chilian, 104 6 Equador, 1415 Grenada, 22 24 Mexican Account, 23} | Peruvian, 77} Portuguese Three per Cents, 41} Russian, 107i I Sardinian, 91} Spanish Three per Cents, 41} Ditto New Deferred, 25 26 Ditto Passive, 5f Turkish Six per Cents, count, 98J Ditto Four per Cents, 101i Venezuela, 87 Dutch Two- and- a- Half Cents, 65 Ditto Four per Cents, 98| AC « per The Railway Share Market during the past week has not been very active, aud since the arrangement of the Account on Mon- day last, rices have not varied to any great extent • an improv- ing tendency, however, has been exhibited in some of the prin- cipal undertakings, Caledonian, Eastern Counties, Brighton. North Eastern, Berwick,> nd South Easternhaveadvancedabout 10s.. Great Western, Eancashire and Yorkshire, aKd North West- ern 15s, and Great Northern, and North British, £ 1. The French Canadian, and East Indian lines have been moderately dealt in, also at improved quotations. Paris and Lyons have risen £ 1 Northern of France 5s, East Indian £ 1 10s, and Grand Trunk ot Canada £ 2 to £ 2 5s. Great Luxembourg, and Sombre and Meuse were a shade higher. There has been a very limited amount of business transacted in Mining Shares, aud prices have undergone no alteration of importance. Joint Stock Bank Shares huve been rather actively dealt in, but at lower rates in most instances. Bank of Australasia have receded £ 1, Bank of Egypt 10s, City Bank £ 1, Oriental Bank 5s, Ottoman Bank 10s, Union of Australia £ 1 to £ 2, and Union of London absut 5s. The Miscellaneous undertakings have also been in fair request at slightly lower rates. Canada have receded £ 2 to £ 3, Electric Telegraph 10s, Peninsular and Oriental Steam, Royal Mail Land Steam, London General Omnibus Company, and Australian Agricultural Shares realised about former values. ASSIZE INTELLIGENCE. THE MANOR OAKS BURGLARY— At York, on Wednesday, Daniel Dickenson, aged 36, James Gledall, aged 35, and William Marsden, were indicted for a burglary in the dwelling- house of W llliam Bradley, of the Manor Oaks, near Sheffield, and stealing therefrom £ 30 in money, a large quantity of plate, two gold watches, and ether property, on the 8th of December last. They were also indicted for receiving this property, knowing it to have been stolen. From the extraordinary circumstances connected with this case, the court was densely crowded to hear the trial.— Mr Overend, Q. C., Mr Monk, and Mr John- stone prosecuted; Mr Price defended the prisoner Dickenson; Mr Seymour, Gledall; and Mr Campbell Foster, the prisoner Marsden.— Mr Overend, in opening the case, said: The prosecutor is a brewer in a large way of business, residing at a place called thflManorOaks, aboutamileaudahaiffroniSheffield, Theprisoner Dickenson lived at Rawmarsh, seven miles from Sheffield: Gledall lived at Barnsley, fourteen miles from Sheffield; and Marsden lived at a house near the Manor Oaks. On the 8th of December the prosecutor arrived at his house about eight o'clock, from Sheffield, and took home with him a quautity of money— between £ 30 and £ 40, in gold and notes, the notes being £ 5 notes of the Doncaster Bank. His wife, as he was counting the money, playfully asked him te give her one of these notes, as it was a shabby one, and this circumstance led them to remark the note more particularly. Mrs Bradley's mother was at that time living in the house, and in very bad health, and, to be near her mother, Mrs Bradley that night slept in an adjoining room to hers, and not in her husband's room. About two o'clock in the morning, Mrs Bradley heard a loud crashing noise, like the breaking of windows; she immediately got up and went to her husband's room, and endeavoured to awake him, calling to him, " William, William !" aud shaking him. He was hardly out of his bed when five men, masked with black crape, burst open a door into the room and rushed in. The two first men were the prisoners Dickenson and Gledall. The three other men carried lights, aud one of them had a revolver in his hand, which, how- ever, belonged to Mr Bradley, having been taken from a drawer downstairs, and was not loaded. The men cried out, " D— n him, murder him !" and rushed upon him. Mrs Bradley, who is a stout active woman, got between her husband aud the men at the side of the bed, and protected him by her entreaties and efforts as well as she could. One of the men, Dickenson, got round to the foot of the bed, and endeavoured to reach over. Gledall struck several severe blows, with a life- preserver, at Mr Bradley, who endeavoured to protect himself as well as he could. One blow struck Mrs Bradley on the bosom, and she nearly fainted. While she was momentarily in this condition Mr Bradley was struck a severe blow on his hand, which he held up to protect himself, and which broke one of his fingers. Some of the men then cried out," Oh! spare her; she is a good sort," and the men ceased beating them. They then began to break open the drawers in the room, and from one drawer took a quantity of silver coins. They then took a watch, and Mrs Bradley saw, as they took it, that it was half- past two o'clock. After this they left the room, and a loud exclamation was heard of " Hey, lads, this is the shop !" and they proceeded to a room where the plate was kept, and broke open a number of boxes there. They then proceeded to the servants'room, and broke open the boxes there. After telling Mr and Mrs Bradley that they would murder them if they made a noise, and that they would stay two hours in the house, they went away. On an examination of the house, it was discovered that the burglars had effected an entrance by breaking open one of the breakfast- room windows, and it was discovered that the house had been ransacked, and a large quantity of plate taken away, besides Mr Bradley's geld watch, and Mrs Bradley's gold watch from her room, with a number of trinkets. On a flower bed in the garden there was discovered a footprint of a peculiar character, which was carefully covered with a slate to protect it from injury, and footsteps were traced some distauce. This footprint coincided exactly with the sole of oue of Gledall's boots. At three o'clock seven men were met coming in the direction from the Manor Oaks, by a man named Cheatham, carrying bundles, and going towards Ecclesfield. At a quarter to six seven men were met at Ecclesfield, one of whom would be identified as Gledall. At seven o'clock four men were seen at Hoyland Com- mon, carrying something bulky, one of whom was Dicken- son. Several witnesses met these men going towards Barns- ley, who would speak to both Dickenson and Gledall. On the 16th of December Dickenson and Gledall were taken into custody. On the 11th they were drinking with others at a public- house at Barnsley, aud were changing several sove- reigns, which excited remarks from some of the company how they got them, as they did not work for them. They said, " none but fools and horses worked." The day after the bur- glary Dickenson changed a note at a public- house on Wors- borougli Common, and that note would be traced and shown to be the £ 5 note which Mrs Bradley had asked her husband to give her the night before. With regard to Marsden, a witness, Sarah Underwood, would state that she saw him and six other men, two of whom were Dickenson and Gledall, looking over a wall at the back of Mr Bradley's house at two o'clock on the day before the robbery. Nothing more was heard of Marsden until the 4th of the present month, when, from some information re* teived, he was taken into custody at Sheffield. At the time of che burglary he lived near Manor Oaks, but he left there soon after, and went to live at Hampden Yiew, at the other side of Sheffield. On being taken into custody he was searched, and upon him was found a parcel containing the two gold watches stolen from Mr Bradley's house on the night of the burglary. On being asked about them, he said he had found them in a field near Hampden View. These were the facts which he submitted brought home the charge to the prisoners.— Witnesses were then examined, who bore out the statements contained in the opening speech.— The learned counsel then addressed the jury for the prisoners, the defence for Dickenson being an alibi, which failed, while on the part of the other prisoners, it was contended that they were not sufficiently identified. After some consideration, the jury found them all Guilty.— His lordship, iu passing sentence, said they had all been found guilty of one of the most barbarous burglaries that he had ever had proved before him. He had tried many cases of this kind, but this was the only case in which wanton violence and barbarous cruelty had been offered where no resistance was made. It was quite unnecessary to offer violence to anybody. 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