SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1863.- 0LATEST EDITION.) AND SPORTING CHRONICLE. WITH GRATUITOUS SUPPLEMENT. The early publication commences at Five o'Clock on Saturday Mornings. Agents for Ireland, Messrs Smith and Son, 21, Lower Sacbrille- street, Dublin, Foreign Agent, Mr Cowie, St Ann's- lane, General Post Office. STAMPED EDITION, SIXPENCE J UNSTAMPED, FIVEPENCE. Office, 170, Strand. TO ADVERTISERS.— Advertisements not exceeding eight lines are charged 5s each, mid Is for every extra line. They cannot be received AFTER FOUR O'CLOCK OU Friday afternoon. Post Office Orders must be made payable at the Strand Post Office to William Clement. Postage stamps not taken. T IVERPOOL SPRING MEETING, 1863. JU TUESDAY, MARCH 10.— The following race, which will take place on the first day of the above meeting, being the marriage day of His ltoyal Highness the Prince of Wales, Das originated at the sugges- tion of several members of the Turf, who desire to commemorate that auspicious event in a manner that would be gratifying to hisro.) al high- ness as a matron of the Turf: — The PRINCE WALES'S COP, value sovs, given by the lessee, GRAND MILITARY STEEPLE CHASES.— ENTRIES, with FORFEITS and COLOURS, to close on or before 20th February, to Major DIXON, 1st Royal Dragoons, Birming- ham, wrho has kindly offered to take them, in consequence of Major having met with a severe accident. xne R RINCE OF VVA- LESS V^ UR, , ,' added to a Handicap Sweepstakes of 5 sovs eachAtt, for three year olds and upwards; the second to receive 20 sovs OIIWJI the stakes, and the winner to pay 25 sovs towards the expenses of the course; a winner ( except steeple chases) of any handicap after the publication of the weights ( ) 101 b extra; from the Canal point m ( about three auarters of a mile); 15 subscribers or no race. To close and name to Mr E W Topham, Chester; and Messrs W7eatherby, 6, Old Burlmg- ton- street, London, on Tuesday, the 24th of February. BERG A VENN Y RACES and MONMOUTH- SH1RE HUNT MEETING are fixed for Thursday and Friday, the 0th and 10th of April, 1863. FIRST DAY, THURSDAY.— The MONMOUTHSHIRE STAKES of o sovs each with 40 sovs added, for horses that have never won aplateor stake value 50 sovs; heats, about one mile; three year olds 7st 51b, four year olds 8st 81b, five year olds 9st, six and aged 9st 31b; entire horses 31b extra ; horses bred in the county of Monmouth allowed 31b. The HUNT HCRDLE RACE of 5 sovs each, 2 ft, with 25 sovs added, for horses bona iide the property of subscribers of not less than 5 sovs to the Herefordshire 1- lounus, or of membersof the Monmouthshire Hunt Club, and that have been hunted not less than twelve times with Lord Tredegar's or any established pack of foxhounds, and that have not been in a training stable since the ist of November, 1862; four year olds list, five year olds list 71b, six and agedl2st; the winner of a nunt hurdle race or steeple chase 71b extra; a winner of a publie race or steeple chase not allowed to enter; two miles, over six hurdles; gentlemen riders; jockeys 71b extra certificates from the masters of the respec- tive hunts to be forwarded with the entries. The OPEN STEEPLE CHASE, a Handicap of 10 sovs each, 5 ft, and O only if declared by the 27th March, with 80 sovs added; to be handicapped between 10 and 13 stone ; if the highest weight accepting be under 13st, to be raised thereto, and the others in proportion; the winner of any steeple chase after the publication of the weights to carry 71b extra; four miles of fair hunting country. The OPEN HURDLE RACE, a Handicap Hurdle Race of 5 sovs each, 2 ft, and 1 only if declared by 27th March, with 25 s. vs added by the fund; if the highest weight accepting be under llst7lb to be raised thereto, and the others m proportion; two miles, over six flights of hurdles. SECOND DAY, FUIDAY.— Tbe LADIES' PLATE, a Handicap of 5 SOVS each, 2 ft, if declared by the 27th March, with 25 sovs added; about tw- j miles: gentlemen riders; jockeys 61b extra; if tbe highest weight ac- cepting be under list 71b, to be raised to that, and the others in pro- P< The CLUB STAKES of 10 sovs each, 5 ft, with 50 sovs added, for horses bona fide the property of and to be ridden by members of a fox hunting or racing club, elected by ballot, or officers in the army, navy, militia, or volunteers; t2st each; three miles over the Steeple Chase Course ; a winner of any steeple chase of 8t> sovs 51b. 100 sovs 71b, 150 sovs 10lb, 200 sovs 14ib, and 3( J0 sovs 211b extra; gentlemen never having ridden the winner of a steeple chase value 10U sovs allowed 51b. The LLANDILO SELLING STAKES of 5 sovs each, with 25 sovs added; three year olds ast 410, four year olds lust t31b, live year olds list 51b, six and aged list 101 b; the winner to be sold for 150 sovs; if entered to be sold for 100 sovs to be allowed 10ib, if for 80 sovs 141b, if for 60 sovs 181b, if for 40 sovs 221b, and if for 20 sovs 281b: the winner to be sold by auction immediatelv after the race, and the surplus, if any, to go to the fund; one mile and a distance; mares and geldings allowed 51b. The HUNT STEEPLE CHASE of 5 sovs each, 2 ft, with 25 sovs added, for horses bona fide the property of members of the Monmouthshire Hunt Club, and that have Been hunted with the Monmouthshire, Lord Trede- gar's, or the ltton Llangibby Foxhounds; 12st each; gentlemen riders, to be qualified by a committee of the Hunt Club; the winner of any hunt steeple chase or hurdle race to carry 71b extra. Other conditions the same as the Hunt Hurdle Race 141b extra; three miles over the Steeple Chase Course. The SCURRY STEEPLE CHASE, a piece of plate given by W. R. Stretton, Esq, with a purse of sovereigns added by the members of the Monmouth- shire Hunt, for horses bona iide the property of farmers resident in the county, over whose land the Monmouthshire Hounds hunt, or trades- men who are in the habit of hunting in the c « unty; to be ridden by farmers, tradesmen, or their sons; jockeys 71b extra; horses to have been in the possession of the present owner since the 1st of January last, and during that time not to have been in a public training stable; four year olds lOst, five year olds lost 121b, six and aged list 71b ; three miles over the Steeple Chase Course. CONDITIONS.— Entrance, 10s each horse, towards scales and weights, which, in all cases, must accompany the entry. Three horses, the pro- perty of different owners, to start for each race, or the publie money will not be added. Horses to stand at the house of a subscriber of 1 sov to the fund, and all former stakes to have been paid, or not entitled though a winner. All horses to be plated by a smith who is a subscriber of one sovereign to the fund. The Open Steeple Chase, Club Stakes, Open Hurdle Race, and Ladies' Plate to close and name to the secretary ( enclosing forfeit and entrance fee) on or before Thursday, the 12th of March ; the weights to ajpearin Bell's Life on the ilst. The Monmouth- shire Stakes, Llandilo Selling Stakes, Hunt Hurdle Race, Hunt Steeple Chase, and the Scurry Steeple Chase, to close and name to the secretary ( enclosing stakes, entrance fee, aud the colours of the riders), between the hours of 1 and 9 o'clock in the evening of Wednesday, the 8th of April. All disputes to be settled by the stewards or whom they may appoint, and their decision to be final, and not subject to any appeal to a court of law. All other rules as at Newmarket. Any jockey riding in different colours to those advertised on the card will be fined one sovereign. No deduction from winners, and all stakes paid on Satur- day morning, the 11th, at 10 o'clock. The grand stand and booths will be let by auction, on the race course, at 11 of Monday, March 30th. Sir . JOSEPH BAILEY, Bart, jo.. * Major M'DONNELL, j- Stewards. Mr J. VV ATKINS, hon sec, 26, High- street. Stewards' ordinary on Thursday, at the Angel Hotel. Full dress ball on Friday, at the Swan Hotel. THE GRAND MILITARY and RUGBY HUNT STEEPLE CHASES will take place at Rugby on Monday and Tuesday, the 16th and 17th of March, 1863. FIRST DAY.— GRAND MILITARY GOLD CUP. The liuGisv HUNT CUP, value 50 sovs, added to a Sweepstakes of 5 sovs each, & c. To close and name to Mr T. Marshall, Clerk of the Course, Northampton, on or before Tuesday, the 3d of March, at which time the colours must be declared. OPEN HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE of 10 sovs each, 2 sovs forfeit, with 80 sovs added, & c. To close and name to Mr T. Marshall, Clerk of the Course, on or before Tuesday, the 3d of March, and the weights to be published as soon as possible. The VETERANS' STAKES. SECOND DAY.— The WELTER STAKES. ( Military.) A FARMERS' PLATE of 100 sovs, given by the noblemen and gentlemen hunting in the neighbourhood. & c. To close and name to Mr T. Mar- shall, Clerk of the Course, Northampton, on or before Tuesday, March 3d, at which time the entrance must be paid and the colours declared. A SWEEPSTAKES. ( Military.) A SCCRRT STEEPLE CHASE of 2 sovs each, with 20 added, & c. To close and name to Mr A. Over, V. S., Hon Sec, ltugby, at or before 8 o'clock on Monday night, March 16th, at which time the colours must be de- clared. The CHALLENGE CUP, the gift of Sir Humphrey de Trafford, Bart, & c. A. OVER, V. S., Hon Sec to Rugby Hunt, Hunting and Livery Stables, Rugby. Mr CLARKE, Newmarket, Judge. Mr T. MARSHALL, Northampton, Clerk of the Course. A LBR1GHTON HUNT STEEPLE CHASES, , HHO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- , y, March 2, over the Old Shiffnal Race Course and JL 1863, on Monday, land adjoining. The ALBRIGIITON HUNT STEEPLE CHASE STAKES of 30 sovs, with a Swespstakes of 5 sovs each added, for hunters bona fide and uncon- ditionally the property of gentlemen residing within the limits of the above hunt, and who are subscribers of not less than £ 5 to the Hunt Fund, or of farmers occupying 100 acres of land within the limits of the above hunt; to be ridden by gentlemen or farmers who have never rid- den the winner of a handicap steeple chase ; certificates to be produced to the satisfaction of the stewards before starting ; no horse in training allowed to run; the winner of any race to carry 51b extra, or if a win- ner of 50 sovs to carry 101b extra ; the winner to pay 3 sovs to the fund; about three miles. The SHIFENAL STEEPLE CHASE STAKES of 25 sovs, with a Sweepstakes of 5 sovs each added, for horses that have been regularly and fairly hunted with the following foxhounds— the Albrigiiton ( Shropshire), Sir R. Wynne's, Meynell Ingram's, Wheatland, orNorthStaffordshfre; 12st each ; the winner of any steeple chase, hurdle race, or flat race to carry 5ib extra, the winner of 50 sovs or the Albrigiiton Hunt Steeple Chase Stakes 101b extra; the winner to pay 2 sovs to the fund ; about three miles ; gentlemen riders. A SCURRY STAKES ; to close on the ground. CONDITIONS.— Three horses to start the property of different owners for each race or the public monev will not be added. All disputes to be settled by the stewards, and their decision to be final. Each horse in the respective races to pay 5s entrance fee. To close and name to the committee, at the Talbot Hotel, Wolverhampton, on Saturday, Feb 28, by 7 o'clock in the evening; colours to be declared at same time . Capt BOUGHEY, " i T. C. WHITMORE, Esq, > Stewards. O. STUBBS, Esq, J THE FOLKESTONE MILITARY and OPEN STEEPLE CHASES will take place on Wednesday, March 25, 1863. The following stakes will be run for :— An OPEN HANDICAP, 60 sova added, 2 sovs entry, to go to the fund. Entries to close, name, and pay, to Mr Ward, Family Hotel, Sandgate, on or before the 5th March, " 1863 ; about three miles and a kalf, fail- hunting country. Should the highestweightaccepting be under 12 stone, to be raised to that, and the rest in proportion. The SOUTH EASTERN DISTRICT MILITARY CUP, value at least 50 sovs, 5 sovs entry, 3 sovs forfeit, for horses that have been bona tide the pro- petry of officers quartered in the South Eastern District since Feb 1 st, 1863; 12 stone; over about three miles of fair hunting country. Con- ditions as for Grand Military Gold Cup ; to be ridden by officers on full pay of the army. Entries to close and name to Mr Ward, Family Hotel, Saudgate, on or before March 18th, 1863. BARON KOTHSCHILD'S PLATE, for horses the property of residents in the borough of llvthe, or officers quartered at Snornclilfe. The HUNTERS' STAKES, for horses that have been regularly hunted with She East Kent, and Tickham Foxhounds during the present season. A SELLING RACE, for beaten horses; 2 sovs entry, 15 sovs added; weight for age; selling allowances; two miles and a half. Three horses, the property of different owners, to start for each race, or the public money will not be added. All disputes to be settled by the Stewards, and their decision to be final. For further particulars ap'pl v, Mr Ward, Family Hotel, Sandgate. Mr R. JOHNSON, of York, Handicapper. TfcTEWMARKET STEEPLE CHASES, 1863.— . L^ I FIRST DAY.— THURSDAY, FEB 19.— SELLING STEEPLE CHASE SWEEPSTAKES of 3 sovs each, with 20 sovs added; for four year olds list, five list 101b, six aud aged 12st 21b; about two miles and a half; maidens allowed 7lb; the winner of any steeple chase value 50 sovs, in- cluding the winner's own stake, to carry 51b, twice or a stake of 100 sovs value 81b extra; the winner to be sold for 80 sovs; if entered to be sold for 60 sovs allowed 51b, for 40 sovs 101b, for 30 sovs 141b; the winner to be sold by auction immediately after the race, and any surplus over the selling price to go to the fund; subs. To close and name at the Rut- land Arms Hotel, at 9: 0 p. m., on Wednesday, Feb 18. HUNTERS' STAKES of 3 sovs each, with 20 sovs added, for bona fide hunters, which bave been hunted at. least six times with any established pack of hounds in the counties of Cambridge, Suffolk, Essex, or Nor- folk, in the seasons of 1862- 03; four year olds to carry list, five llst71b, six and aged 12st; about two miles and a half; the winner of any steeple chase to carry 51b, of two 101b extra; gentlemen riders; certi- ficates of qualification to be produced half an hour before tbe time of weighing, if requested; subs. To close and name by 9 p. m., on Wed- nesday, Feb 18. SECOND DAY.— FRIDAY, FEB 20.— HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE of 10 sovs each, 5 ft, with 50 sovs added by the Earl of Stamford and War- rington and Captain Little, for three year olds and upwards; two miles; subs. To close and name by 6 o'clock the evening before running, and the weights to be declared by 9 the same evening. SELLING STEEPLE CHASE of 2 sovs each, with 20 sovs added; for three year olds list, four l2st 71b. five and upwards 13st 71b; about tw ® miles; maidens alio wed 7ib; the winner to be sold for 60 sovs; if entered to be sold for 50 sova allowed 6ib, for 30 sovs 12ib; the winner to be sold by auction immediately after the race, and any surplus above the sel- ling price to go to the fund; six subscribers or no race; subs. To close and name on Thursday. Feb 19, at 9: 0 p. m. The Earl of STAMFORD and WARRINGTON, 1 Captain LITTLE. ^ Stewards. JAMES MANNING, Newmarket, Clerk of the Course. davs before Abergavenny Meeting, which can be reached by rail from Knighton). FIRST DAY.— The MAIDEN PLATE of 40 sovs, for horses that never won plate, match, or sweepstakes; three year olds 7st 71b, four Sst 121b, five 9st 3lb, six and aged 9st 71b; mares and geldings allowed 31b; horses that have started four times previously to be allowed, if three year olds 31b, four 71b, five or upwards 10ib; one mile; entrance 3 sovs to go to the fund. The RADNORSHIRE STAKES ( Handicap) of 7 sovs each, 5 ft, and 2 only if declared to the secretary by the lst April, with 40 sovs added by Sir J. Walsh, Bart, M. P. To close and name to the secretary on Tuesday, the 10th March, and the weights published in due time; a winner of 50 sovs after publication of the weights to carry 31b, of 100 sovs 71b extra; two miles. The RADNORSHIRE OPEN HUNT STEEPLE CHASE of 5 sovs each, with 30 sovs added, for horses that never won a steeple chase of the value of 50 sovs, and that have been regularly hunted during the past season with any established pack of foxhounds, certificates of qualification signed by the master of such pack to be produced before starting, if required;" four year olds lust 71b, five llst4lb, six and aged list 12tb ; winners of a steeple chase once to carry 510, twice or more 71b extra; half bred horses allowed 71b; three miles. To close and name to the secretary ou the 25th March. The STEWARDS' CUP of the value of 20 sovs, the gift of the stewards, added to a Sweepstakes of 3 sovs each, for horses that have been for the last three months before the races the property of persons residing within 25 miles of Kdghton, and that have been regularly hunted during the past season, certificates of such qualification signed by a master of hounds to be produced to the stewards before starting, if required; horses that have been in a training stable within six months to be disqualified; four year olds lost 51b, five list 41b, six and aged list 121b: thorough bred horses 71b extra; winners of 30 sovs or up- wards at any one time 101b extra, weights not to be accumulative for winning; a mile and a half; gentlemen riders. SECOND DAY.—, he KNIGHTON STAKES ( Handicap), of 5 sovs each, 2 ft if declared to the secretary by the lst April, with 25 sovs added by the Right Hon Sir G. C. Lewis, Bart, M. P., for horses of all ages ; a mile and a quarter; a winner of 50 sovs after publication of the weights to carry 51b, of 100 sovs or the Radnorshire Stakes at this meeting 71b extra. To close, name, and declare, as for the Radnorshire Stakes. The VOLUNTEER CUP, value 20 sovs, for horses that have been the pro- perty of and to be ridden by members of the Radnorshire Volunteer Corps for the last, three months previous to the race, and that have not been in any public training stable for the last six months : 11st each : thorough bred horses 71b extra; the second to receive 3 sovs; the winner of this race in a previous year or of any other race of tbe value of 20 sovs to carry 101b extra; horses beaten for this race in a previous year allowed Sib; one mile heats; entrance 1 sov to fund. The KNIGHTON HUNT STEEPLE CHASE of 3 sovs each, with 20 added, for horses bonii fide the property of persons residing within 30 miles of Knighton, and which shall bave been in their possession from the ist Jan, 1863, and that have been hunted during the last season with any established pack of loxhounds, and that have not been in any public training stable, or won a steeple chase, or started for a hurdle race, or open flat race, 12st each the winner of the Radnorshire Hunt Steeple Chase 71b extra; two mi'es of the Steeple Chase Course. Certificates of qualification to be produced before starting if required; gentlemen riders. The SCURRY STEEPLE CHASE of 2 sovs each, with 15 sovs added for horses qualified for the Radnorshire Open Hunt Steeple Chase; four year olds list, five 12st : 1b, six and aged 12st 10ib; the winner to be sold by auction immediately after the race for 100 sovs; if entered for 70 sovs allowed 71b, if for 40 sovs 141b, if for 20 sovs 2llb; the surplus if any to go to the fund; gentlemen riders allowed 51b; the winner © f the Radnorshire Open Hunt Steeple Chase to carry 71bextra; two miles. RULES.— The Maiden Plate aud Stewards Cup to close at 5 o'clock p. m. on Monday, the 6th April, when the riders' colours for the first day's races are to be declared; and the Knighton Hunt Steeple Chase, Volun- teer Cup, and Scurry to close at 6 o'clock on Tuesday evening, and the riders' colours declared, or forfeit 10s. All entries to be by sealed letter to the secretary. If five or more horses start for either race or steeple chase ( except the Maiden Plate and Volunteer Cup), the second to save his stake. If less than three horses the property of diff erent persons start for either race or steeple chase the added money will be withheld. All stakes and fees to be paid to secretary each day before 12o'clock. No horse to stand at the house of any person who does not subscribe 1 sov to the fund, nor be plated by any smith who does not subscribe 10s. The winner of the Radnorshire Stakes to subscribe 5 sovs, and of the Knighton Stakes, Radnorshire Hunt Steeple Chase, Stewards' CUD, and Knighton Hunt Steeple Chase 3 sovs each towards expenses. The win- ner of each race and steeple chase ( except the Volunteer Cup) to pay 1 BOV to the clerk, and the owner of each horse started 2s 6d for scale money. . All disputes to be settled by the stewards or whom they may appoint. The regular rules of fiat racing and steeple chasing will be observed. For particulars as to books see bills. -- / G. H. PHILIPS, Esq, t - rff. W. T. M. BASKERVILLE, Esq,/ fetewaias- Mr R. JOHNSON of York, Handicapper. W. EDWARDS, Secretary. / CARDIFF STEEPLE CHASES and FLAT V, y RACING, 31st March and lst April, 1863. FIRST DAY.— The CARDIFF OPEN STEEPLE CHASE HANDICAP of 10 sovs each, 5 ft, and 2 only if declared to the secretary on or before the 24th March, with 80 sovs added; the winner of any steeple chase of the value of 100 sovs after the declaration of the weights to carry 71b extra; if the highest weight accepting be under I2st, to be raised to that and the ethers hi proportion; over about three miles of fair hunting country; to close and name to the secretary on or before the 7th March, and the weights to be published the following week; 2 sovs to be sent with each nomination or it will not be received, to go to the fund. To be handi- capped by Mr It. Johason, of York. The HUNTERS' HANDICAP STAKES of 3 sovs each, 1 ft ( If declared to the secretary on or before the 24th March), with 30 sovs aided, for horses, & c, that have been fairly ridden with the hounds © f T. P. Booker, C. 11. Williams, and Wyndham VV. Lewis, Esqs, in Glamorganshire, one month before the races; over about three miles of country; the winner to pay 3 sovs towards expenses; to be handicapped by the stewards, or whom they appoint, between the weights of i2st 71b and 9st; if the highest weight accepting be under 12st, to be raised to that, and the others in proportion; professional riders or grooms to carry 71b extra ; gentlemen who have ridden and won five races of any description to carry 51b extra; to close and name to the Secretary on or before, the 20tli March; IDs to be paid with each nomination, or it will not be received. The FAIRWATER OPEN STEEPLE CHASE of 5 sovs each, 2 ft ( if de- clared to the Secretary on or before the 24th March), with 50 sovs added, for bona fide hunters that have not been in a training stable for six months previous to the races; 12st each; winners within the years 1862 and 1863 once to carry 51b, twice lolb, three or more 141b extra ; gentlemen riders, to be qualified by the Stewards; those gentlemen who have ridden and won three open steeple chases to carry 7lb in addition ; the winner to pay 5 sovs towards expenses; to close and name to the secretary on or before the 14th March; 1 sov to be sent with each nomi- nation, or it will not be received, to go to the fund; over the same course as the Cardiff Open Steeple Chase. The PRINCE of WALES HANDICAP STAKES of 5 sovs each, 2 ft ( if de- clared to the Secretary on or before the 24 th March j, with 50 sovs added; the winner of any race of the value > f BO sovs alter the declaration of the weights to carry 51b extra; about one mile and a quarter over the flat; the winner to pay 5 sovs towards expenses; to close and name to the secretary on or before 7th March, and the weights to be published the following week; 1 sov to be sent with each nomination, or it will not be received, to go to the fund; to be handicapped by Mr R. Johnson. The HURDLE RACE ( Handicap) of 5 sovs each, 2 ft ( if declared to the secretary on or before the 24tli March), with 30 sovs addrd; the winner of any hurdle race after the declaration of the weights to carry Sib extra; about two miles over six flights o hurdles; the winner to pay 3 sovs towards expenses ; gentlemen riders; professional riders or gen- tlemen who have rode and won live races of any description within the years 1862 and 1863 to carry 71b in addition. To close and name to the secretary, on or before the 7th March, and the weights t" be published the following week; 1 sov to be sent with each nomination, or it will not be received, to go to the fund. To be handicapped by Mr R. Johnson. The HACK HANDICAP STAKES of 2 sovs each, 1 ft, to go to the fund, with 25 sovs added ; for horses, & c, that have not been in a training stable tor six months previous to the races, and being in the actual pos- session, for one month before the racc of persons residing within 13 miles of Cardiff; the winner to pay 2 sovs towards expenses; to be handicapped by the stewards or whom they appoint, between the weights of 12st 71b and 9st; should the highest weight accepting be under 12st, to be raised to that, and the others in proportion; protes- sional riders or grooms to carry 71b extra; gentlemen who have ridden and won five races of any description to carry 51b extra; heats, about one mile over the fiat. To close and name to the secretary, on or before !) o'clock in the evening of the 30th March. The VOLUNTEER CUP, the gift of Capt C. H. Williams, for horses the property of members of the Cardiff Light Cavalry Volunteers, being in their possession one month previous to the races; to be handicapped by the stewards, or whom they appoint; about two miles; entrance los each, to go ro the secend horse; to be ridden by members of the corps only. CONDITIONS.— Three horses, the property of different owners, to start for each race, or the public money will not be given. All stakes to be paid to the secretary, at the Cardiff Arms Hotel, by 9 o'clock the evening before the races, and the colours cf the riders to be declared at the same time. Any jockey riding in wrong colours, will be fined one BOV. The second horse in each race to save his stake. No objecti- ju will be received unless made to the secretary in writing. The Steeple Chases to be run under tlie new steeple chase conditions. All disputes to be settled by the stewards, or whom they may appoint. JOHN BIRD, Esq, Mayor of Cardiff,) WYNDHAM W. LEWI&, Esq, I- Stewards. C. H. WILLIAMS, Esq, J W. R. HARVEY, 36, Charles- street, Cardiff, Hon Sec. Saturday next. THE THIRD SOUTH LANCASHIRE OPEN COURSING MEETING will take place at Southport on Wed- nesday and Thursday, Feb 25 and 26, 1863, the week following the Waterloo meeting. The SCARISBRICK CUP, for 16 all- aged dogs, at £ 510s each. The SOUTHPORT STAKES, for 16 puppies, at £ 5 10s each. The CHURCHTOWN STAKES, for 16 puppies, at £ 4 10s each. The CROSSENS STAKES, for 16 all- aged dogs, at £ 3 10s each. Parties wishing to secure nominations must enclose a Post Office order for £ 1 for each nomination, addressed to Mr E. W. Stocker, Scarisbrick Hotel, Southport. Mr BENNETT, Judge. Mr RAPER. Slipper. Mr STOCKER, Secretary. THORNEY OPEN COURSING MEETING WIN be held, by the kind permission of his Grace the Duke of Bedford, on 24th February instant, and succeeding days, when the following stakes will be run for : The ABBEY STAKES, for dog and bitch puppies of 1861; entrance S 10s each. The BEDFORD STAKES, for all- aged greyhounds, at>£ 310s each. The CLUB STAKES, for all- aged greyhounds, at £ 2 2S each; for mem- bers only. The above stakes will close on the night of drawing. Mr WARWICK, Judge. ROBERT SCOTNEY, Hon Sec. PUBLIC COURSING JUDGE, Mr. E. SPAFFORD, Boothby House, near Lincoln. TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, to- morrow ( Monday), THREE superior YOUNG HORSES, the property of a nobleman who bred them; they have been regularly ridden with harriers during the present season, and are good fencers, and are sold in consequence of the owner giving up hunting: 1. GREY GELDING, 5 years old, by Uncommon out of a well bred hunting mare. 2. BAY GELDING, 6 years old, by Uncommon out of a well bred marc. 3. CHESNUT GELDING, 5 years old, own brother to Lot 2. rglO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- JL TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, to- morrow ( Monday), the pro- perty of a sntleman: A BAY GELDING, a superior hunter; has been hunted with Mr Scratton's Hounds. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, to- morrow ( Monday), the jollowing HO USES, the property of a gentleman going abroad, well known in Hampshire: 1. CAVALIER, by Harkaway; a gaod hunter, up to weight. 2. BADGER, by Harkaway ; a very clever fencer, quiet in double and single harness. 3 and 4. A PAIR of remarkably handsome ROAN COBS, with fine action; have been driven by a lady, and regularly in a park phaeton. One has been hunted, and the other would carry a lady. LADY'S HORSE. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, to- morrow ( Monday), the property of a gentleman, who can be referred to: MADAME, a thorough bred bay mare, aged, has been regularly ridden by a young lady, and is remarkably steady in saddle and harness. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- eorner, to- morrow ( Monday), the pro- perty of a gentleman who has no further use for them: 1. CHESNUT GELDING; a capital hack. 2. BAY GELDING; has beeu regularly driven in single and double harness. 3. CH ESN UT GELDING; has been hunted all the season. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, to- morrow ( Monday), the pro- perty of a gentleman: The well- known race horse MISTAKE ( late Earl of Essex), 6 years old, by Newcourt out of The Ladye of Siiverkeld Well; he is a bay, without white; would make a beautiful park hack or lady's horse; or from his blood and performances, calculated for a stallion for the foreign market. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, to- morrow ( Monday), the pro- perty of a gentleman; 1. JACK, brown gelding; quiet in harness, a good Brougham horse, with grand action. 2. BILLY, bay gelding; a good hack, quiet in harness, with superior action. 3. QUEEN MAB, chesnut mare; a capital lady's mare. r MPORTANT SALE of HORSES at Curragh- more, Co Waterford, the property of the Marquis of Waterford, on Thursday, Feb 26, 1863, at 12 o'clock. Lot 1. BAY COLT, 3 years old, by Gemma di Vergy out of Ariadne, stands 15 hands 3 inches high; very powerful, and likely to make a first- rate sire. 2. BAY FILLY. 3 years © Id, bv Gemma dl Vergy out of Red Rose, by Rough Robin, stands 15 hands 2 inches high, of good sub- stance, very promising; lias been gently broke, but never trained. 3. BROWN COLT, 3 years old, by Gemma dl Vergy out of Du- chess, stands 15 hands 2 inches high; never broke, but very promising. 4. BROWN COLT, 2 years old, by Claret out of Ariadne, of great size and power, never broke. 5. CHESNUT GELDING; by Barbarian out of Ossifrage, by Bird- catcher out of Sultana, 5 years old. YEARLINGS. 6. CHESNUT COLT, by Lord George out of Young Peri, by Barba- rian out of Peri, by Birdcatcher out of Perdita. 7. CHESNUT FILLY, by Lord George out of Kick up the Dust, by Starof Erin. 8. BAY FILLY, by Lord George out of Ariadne. 9. BAY FILLY, by Legatee out of Ding Dong. BROOD MARES. 10. ARIADNE, by Birdcatcher out of Caroline, by Irish Drone out of The Potentate's dam, by Don Juan, in foal to Lord George; she is the dam of Lots 1,4, and 8. 11. DUCHESS, by Mountain Deer out of Duchess de Guiche, with a FILLY FOAL by Lord George, and stinted to a Suffolk Punch; she is the dam of Lot 3. 12. YOUNG PERI, by Barbarian out of Peri, by Birdcatcher out of Perdita, in foal to a Suffolk Punch; she Is the dam of Lot 6. 13. DING DONG, in foal to Lord George. 14. BAY FILLY, by Barbarian out of Titania, 6 years old, 15 hands high. 15. BAY FILLY, 6 years old, by Barbarian out of Queen Margaret, 15 hands high. Lots 14 and 15 have been both driven in harness. HUNTERS. 16. EYRECOURT, chesnut gelding, 8 years old, by Horn of Chase out of Jane Eyre. 17. SIR NICK, grey horse, 8 years old. 18. BROWN, chesnut horse, aged. 19. FITZGERALD, chesnut horse, 8 years old, 20. LASS, black mare, 8 years old. 21. SUNRISE, bay horse, 7 years old. 22. WEXFORD, grey horse, 8 years old. 23. WO OVERMAN grey herse, 8 years old. 24. DOOLEY, grey horse, 6 years old. 25. CREAM COLOURED PONY, 4 years old; has been driven in harness. Also TEN useful CART HORSES to be sold. Catalogues to be had the day of sale, and the hoises may be seen the day previous. For particulars, apply to Mr Wetherell, stud groom. STALLION.— ALONZO, at East Hanney, Wantage, Berks, will serve thorough bredmares gratis sent to him up to the end of March, with paying 1 guinea to the groom; after March at 5 guineas, and half breds at £ 3 5s. This is with a view of giving him a chance of getting a race horse, as he has had but few thorough bred mares. His half bred stock are prize winners, and are selling at high prices. He was a stout horse on the Turf, winning upwards of twenty times, at a! distances. He is by Alpheus, son of Sultan— Zarina, by Morisco, & c. Every accommodation for foaling mares, with earlv grasp. Add- ess, W. Truelove, as above. Also, to be SOLD or LET, YOUNG 1' ELION, 3 years old, dark brown, without white, 16 hands high, good action and fine temper. He is by Pelion— Chalice, by Orlando, grand ; lam Crucifix, by Priam; would make a good country stallion. Apply, as above. STALLION.— For the season 1863, at Maulden, near Ampthill, Beds, CHANTICLEER, by subscription, f. t 12 guineas a mare, and 10s 6cl the groom. He won the Goodwood St& keu, carrying 9st 21b, also the Northumberland Plate, and Donoister Cup, & c, & c. He is the sire of Sunbeam, winner of the Cnesteriield Cup at Goodwood, and the Doncaster St Leger, in 1858; and ia sire of a number of other first- class horses, including John Scott's Derby favourite, Early Purl. The farm is situated four miles from the North Western Station at Ampthill via Bletchley, and five miles from the Midland Station at Shefford via Hitchen. Hay and grass at 10s per week; corn at market price. Enquire for Thos. Hodgson, groom, at Mr Overn an'B Farm.— N. B. Bloodjtock and hunters always on sale. ST A L L I O N S.— Richmond, Yorkshire.— ARTHUR WELLESLEY, by Melbourne out of Lady Barbary, by Lancelot, the fire of Arcadia and other winners. MILDEW, by Slane out of Semiseria, by Voltaire, sire of High Trea- son, & c. Each at 12 guineas ; 10s the groom. Good accommodation for mares. Hay ai, d grass at 10s per week, corn at market price. Application to Mr R. Wright, Richmond, York. COURSING JUDGE, Mr THOMAS JONES, Rhyl, North Wales. \ irATERLOO" CUP NOMINATION WANTED. ¥ T Apply to Y. Z., The Field Office. 346, Strand. XiJATERLOO CUP.— To be DISPOSED OF, ¥ V TWO NOMINATIONS ; one nomination has been backed at i, 0( i0 to 30, bet to be disposed of with nomination. Apply to Mr Lynn, Waterloo Hotel, Liverpool. OYAL NORTHERN YACHT CLUB RE- GATTA will take place this year at Hunter's Quay, near Dunoon, on Tuesday and Wednesday, the 7th and 8th of July. Further particulars hereafter.— Glasgow, Feb 6,1863. it THE NATIONAL EXHIBITION of SPORT- ING and OTHER DOGS. TESTIMONIAL TO FREDERICK BURDETT, ESQ. The extraordinary success of the National Exhibition of Sporting and other Dogs at Birmingham, has attracted the attention of sportsmen in all parts of the United Kingdom, to the laborious, disinterested, and continued exertions of Mr Burdett, which have been the main cause of its permanent establishment, and it has therefore been determined to present that gentleman with a suitable testimonial, in recognition of his important public services. The contributions of sportsmen, aud of all who love a good dog, are re- spectfully solicited. An influential committee has been appointed, of which the Right Hon Viscount Curzon, M. P., has courteously consented to act as chairman. Subscriptions will be received by the bankers, Messrs Attwood, Spooner, Marshalls, and Co, and by the hon secretary, Mr Wm. Docker, Newhall- street, Birmingham. A considerable amount has already been subscribed, and a list will shortly be published. Q' ZLRAND NATIONAL EXHIBITION of SPORT- ING and other DOGS, on Monday, Tuesday, Wendesday, Thurs- day, and Friday, July 20, 21, 22, 23, and 24, 1863, will be held at the same time as the Royal Agricultural Society's Meeting, at Worcester, and in adjoining grounds. The exhibition will be under most distin- guished patronage, and under the direction of an influential committee, whose names will be published on the completion of the list, and who will hold themselves personally responsible for the payment of the prizes, & c. H. GRIFFITHS, Hon Sec pro tem. Worcester, 30th January, 1863. THE GREAT INTERNATIONAL DOG SHOW at the Agricultural Hall, Islington, will be held in May next, un- der the highest patronage, and the superintendence of Mr F. Brailsford, secretary of the Birmingham National Dog Show. No subscriptions will be required ; all the expenses will be paid by the directors, by whom the prizes and the security of the dogs will be guaranteed. Prize lists, containing several new features suggested by several eminent sportsmen, will shortly be issued. IH the meantime, any applications may be made to the secretary, S. Sidney, Esq, Agricultural Hall, Islington, N. ONE THOUSAND POUNDS PRIZES. REAT INTERNATIONAL DOG SHOW at the Agricultural Hall.— The directors will pay £ 1,000 in prizes, either in CASH or PLATE, at the option of the winner. G1 CHIPPING MORTON STEEPLE CHASES, March 5, 1863. A FREE HANDICAP of 5 sovs each in case of acceptance, with 40 sovs added; 1 sov entrance, to go to the fund, to be sent with each nomina- tion, or the horse will not be handicapped; about four miles over a fair hunting country. To close and name to the Hon Secretary, Chip- ping Norton, on or before Friday, Feb 20. The wreiglits to be published as soon as possible, aud to appear in Bell's Life on March 1; the lowest weight not less than lOst; a winner of 50 sovs after the weights are out to carry 7lb extra; the stakes to be paid and colours declared by 9 o'clock the night before the race. Particulars of the other races will appear in Bell's Life, Feb 22. Col THOMAS, ) H. GRISEVVOOD, Esq, V- Stewards. C. T. LINDOW, Esq, J R. S. JAMES, Hon Secretary. WETHERBY STEEPLE CHASES, to be run for on Friday, March 20,1863, on the Banks of the Wharfe, near the town of Wetherby. A HANDICAP SWEEPSTAKES of 5 sovs each, 2 forfeit, with 50 sovs added; the second horse to save his stake, and the winner to pay 5 sovs towards expenses; a winner of any steeple chase after the publication of the weights to carry 71b extra; the entry to close on tbe of March; colours of the riders to be sent at the time of entrance; over about three miles of a fair hunting country; to start at half- past one. The HUNTERS' STAKES, 5 sovs each, with 25 sovs added; gentlemen riders. The FARMERS'STAKES of 2 sovs each, p. p., with 20 sovs added. The SELLING RACE of 20 sovs; 1 sov entrance. All disputes to be determined and settled by the stewards, and their decision to be final. Nominations for any of the above stakes will be received by the Clerks of the Course, or by the secretary, William Bur- nett, jun, Wetherby. Capt GUNTER. ) Viscount NEVILLE, {. stewards Sir J. D. FITZGERALD, f t ar Lieut- Col MARKHAM, ) Messrs J. KNOWLES and W. HILL, Clerks of the Course. Mr RICHARD JOHNSON, York, Judge and Handicapper. VfIHE WHARFEDALE and OTLEY WEST JL RIDING STEEPLE CHASES come off at Otley, Yorkshire, on Wednesday, 25th March. The WHARFEDALE WEST RIDING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE of 7 sovs each, and enly 1 ft if declared, with loo sovs added; the second to save his stake; the winners of any handicap of 100 sovs value after weights are declared 71b extra, two such races 101b extra, or one of 200 sovs value 101b extra; the winner to pay 20 sovs towards expenses; about three miles and a half; entranced sovs each. To close and name to the secretary on the 21st of February; the entrance money ( 2 sovs) and the forfeit ( 1 sov) must be sent to the secretary with each nomination, or it will not on any account be received. The OTLEI STEEPLE CHASE HANDICAP of 2 sovs each, with 25 sovs added, 1 sov ft if declared ; second to save his stake; the winner of the West Riding Handicap 141b extra ; entrance 1 sov each; the winner of any steeple chase after weights are declared 71b extra, two races 101b extra; the winner to pay 5 sovs towards expenses; about three miles. To close and name to the secretary on the 2lstof February; the entrance money must be sent to the secretary with the forfeit at the time ® f entry, or it cannot be received. The SELLING STAKES and the SCURRY STAKES remain open till the day of the race. Weights will be published on the 28th February. Accep- tances must be declared on the 4th March to the secretary. Colours for the West Hiding and Otley Steeple Chases to be declared to the secretary by Monday, 23d March, or forfeit 1 sov to the fund; stakes to be paid to the secretary not later than 11 o'clock on the morn- ing of the race; horses to stand at the stableof a subscriber to the fund, or not entitled to the stake although a winner; horsemen found gallop- ing over the course or leaping fences will be fined s soys. T, FISHER, Hon Sec. UXBRIDGE, ) ALEXANDER PAGET, V Stewards. ! H. CHADWICK, Esq, j " BIRMINGHAM STEEPLE CHASES, at Sutton JL* Coldfield, Mondav and Tuesday, Feb 23 and 24. NOTICE.— The following STAKES CLOSE and NAME on Tuesday next, Feb 17, to Mr John Sheldon, jun, Coach and Horses Inn, Bell- street, Birmingham:— THE HUNTERS'STAKES of 3 sovs each, with 25 sovs added, for horses that have never started for any steeple chase, flat race, or hurdle race, of the value of 20 sovs, not including the winner's own stake, prior to the day of running ( this race excepted), and that have been regularly hunted in 1862 and 1863, with either the Atherstone, Mr Meynall Ingram's, Worcestershire, Warwickshire, North Warwickshire, or Albrighton Hounds, certificates of which must be produced, signed by the master or huntsman : four year olds to carry list 31b, live 12st, six and aged 12st 71b; to be ridden by gentlemen, farmers, or tradesmen; those who have ridden the winner of any steeple chase, value 100 sovs, to carry 51b, or any nandicap steeple chase 81b extra; all objections to horse or rider must be made in writing to the Clerk of the Course before start- ing, as the Stewards will not entertain any afterwards: the winner to pay 5 sov stowards expenses entrance 1 sov to go to the fund; three miles. HUNTERS' WELTER CUP, value 100 sovs, by subscription of 10 sovs each, 5 ft, the surplus to be paid to the winner, for horses that have never won 50 sovs at any one time, previous to tbe day of running, either on the flat or across the conntrv, and have been regularly hunted with any established pack of hounds, certificates of which must be produced, signed by the master or huntsman: to be ridden by gentlemen, farmers, or trades- men.; 13st each; the rider of the winner of any handicap steeple chase to carry 71b extra; the winner to pay 10 sovs towards expenses; three miles. Lord A. Paget I Mr Feathestonaugh | Mr. Parke Mr Thomas The LICENSED VICTUALLERS PLATE of 5 sovs each, 2 ft ( to the fund) if declared on the of February, with SO sovs added; winners after the weights are declared ( at a. m. ) to carry 71b extra; the winner to pay 5 sovs to the Licensed Victuallers'Asylum: two miles and a half. Lord UXBRIDGE, Lord J. De Mr II. JOHNSON, Judge and Handicapper. Mr JOHN SHELDON, jun, Clerk of the Course. *** The railway is open to Sutton Coldfield. Passengers and horses can be booked through from all parts of the kingdom. THE HERTS HUNT STEEPLE CHASES wili take place at Hitchin, on Thursday, April 9, 1863. The HUNTERS' STAKE of 5 sovs each, 3 ft, with 60 sovs added, for horses the property of gentlemen subscribing not less than 15 sovs a year to either of the following hunts, viz:— Lord Dacre's, the Oakley, the i'uekeridge, or the Cambridgeshire, and to have been the property of their present owners from the lst of January, 1863, and to have been regularly hunted with either of the above packs during the season of 1862- 63, and that have never started in any but hunt steeple chases; 12st each; the winner of any steeple chase to carry 71b extra; about three miles; to be ridden by gentlemen, farmers, or their sons. The FARMERS' PLATE of 50 sovs, added to a Sweepstake of 3 sovs each, for horses the property of farmers occupying not less than one hundred acres of land within the limits of either of the four aforesaid hunts. All conditions to be the same aa in the Hunters' Stakes. A PLCRSE of 50 sovs, given by the Herts Hunt Club, added to a Sweep- stake of 2 sovs each, for horses the property of farmers resident and holding not less than one hundred acres of land within the limits of Lord Dacre's Hunt only. Conditions as above. The OPEN STEPLE CHASE, a Sweepstake of 10 sovs each, 3 forfeit, with 100 sovs added: list 71b each; the witsner of any steeplechase value 60 sovs to carry 71b extra, or of two of 50 sovs or one of 100 sovs 121b extra, of 200 sovs 201b extra, and of 300 sovs 281b extra; the second in any steeplechase value 200 sovs or more to carry 71b extra ; any horse having started three times and not having won allowed 71b: about three miles; gentlemen riders allowed 51b. To close and name to the Secretary, at the Sun Inn, Hitchin, on or before Tuesday, the 31st of March, between the hours of 5 and 7 o'clock in the evening. The entrance money in the two farmers' races, and the forfeits in the other two races, to be paid at the time of nominating, or the nomination will not be received. The Stewards will be authorised to pay the stakes to whom they may think entitled; and from whose de- cision ( or whomsoever they may appoint) there shall be no appeal either to a court of law or equity. Their decisions in all matters shall be final. Three horses to start in each race or the public money will not be added. The second horse in each race to save his stake. The colours to be de- clared at the time of entry, under a penalty of 10s; which penalty will also be enforced on any jockey riding in wrong colours. All stakes will be paid at the Sun Inn, Ritchin, on the evening of the races. Mar- ket Harboro' rules will be adhered to in ail ca.? es. The Earl of STRATH MORE, of St Paul's, Walden, N F. P. DELME RADULIFFE, Esq, of the Priory, Hitchin, i CHARLES EDWARD PRIME, Esq, Hitchin, ^ Stewards. JOHN GERARD LEIGH, Esq, Luton Hoo, C JAMES LAYTON, F. sq, of the Wilderness, Baldock, J LIONEL AMES, Esq, The Hyde, St Albans, Treasurer. ERNEST HAWKINS, Esq, Hitchin, Honorary Secretary. GRAND NATIONAL EXHIBITION of SPORTING and OTHER DOGS, under the most distinguished patronaje, will tee held at the Ashburnham Hall, Chelsea, adjoining Crenxorne, Monday. March 23, and five following days. £ 1,000 prizes will be given away. Persons desirous of sending their dogs can be fur- nished with a prospectus and form of entry. Terras: Subscribers of 2 guineas will be entitled to 12 tickets of admission; subscribers of 1 guinea 6 tickets of admission, and a charge of 2s 6d each dog exhibited. Non- subscribers an entrance fee of 5s for each dog exhibited. Messrs Ransom and Co, bankers, Pall- mall East, will receive subscriptions and pay awards. Subscriptions can be sent either in postage stamps or Post Office orders payable to E. T. Smith, at the Charing- cross Office. SPECIAL NOTICE.— The grand hall will be enlarged, an elegant marquee will be erected for ladies and subscribers, and, for the health of all the dogs, the proprietor ha3 given a paddock of six acres for their exercise and trial, the only building in England where a paddock ia an- nexed. For ladies and gentlemen's toy dogs the gentlemen on the com- mittee have arranged that they should be separated from the large dogs; a large, commodious, detached building will be devoted to these little pets. N. B.— The entries close on March 2. E. T. SMITH, proprietor, Ashburnham Hall, Chelsea, adjoining Gremorne. Offices, 18, Pall- mall East. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- eorner, to- morrow ( Monday), the pro- perty of a gentleman: 1. BILLY; a good hunter and charger, and quiet in harness. 2. USEFUL; quiet to ride, and quiet in harness, a good Brougham mare. 3. TOM MY ; a capital hack, and quiet in harness, with superior action. 4. THE NIGGER; quiet to ride and in harness, with grand action, and fast. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, to- morrow ( Monday), with his engagements: The well- known steeple chase horse GLAUTIAS. TO be SOLD by AUCTION by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, to- morrow ( Monday): A very clever BAY " COB, 6 years old, 15 hands high; can carry 20 stone, perfectly sound, and quiet in harness, with blood and immense power. In the 14- stail stable. TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TEKSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, to- morrow ( Monday), the fol- lowing HORSES, the property of a gentleman going abroad; have been regularly hunted in Hampshire, aud can be warranted sound: 1. CAVALIER, by Harkaway, a grey gelding; a good huntfr and timber juniper, up to weight, 16 hands high, and 6 years old. 2. THE BADGER, a bay Irish gelding; a very clever fencer, quiet in double and single harness. 5 years obi. 3. A PAIR of remarkably handsome roan COBS, 5 years old, with grand action; have been thoroughly broken in together, and regularly driven by a lady in a park phaeton. One has been hunted, is a good gentleman's riding hack; the other would carry a lady, has been ridden. Both warranted in every respect. rilO be SULD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- JL TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, on Monday, Feb 23, the property of a gentleman, two remarkably handsome and pure bred Suffolk CART STALLIONS: 1. YOUNG EMPEROR, 4 years old, by Chester Emperor, dam by Catlin's Duke. 3. GRAND DUKE, 3 years old, by Chester Emperor, dam by Cat- lin's Duke. Chester Emperor was by Newcastle Captain, dam by Catlin's Old Boxen TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hv de Park- corner, on Monday, March 2, the fol- lowing HORSES in TRAINING, late the property of W. G. K. Grat- wicke, Esq, deceased, with trieir engagements: 1. MONITOR ( own brother to Governess), by Chatham out of Oxonian's dam, 3 years old; engaged in the Chester Cup, Manchester Tradesmen's Plate, and Newmarket Handicap. 2. ASHFORD, a bay gelding, by Chatham out of Landgravine, 4 years old. 3. SEV INGTON, a chesnut Ally ( sister to Allington), by Chatham out © f Landgravine, 3 years old; engaged in the City and Suburban. 4. PILLION ( sister to Her Highness), by Merry Monarch out of Side Saddle; engaged in the City and Suburban. 5. CREOLE, a brown filly, by Newminster— The Squaw, 3yearsold; engaged in the Rous Stakes at Epsom. 6. SCHOOLMISTRESS, a bay filly, by Student out of Hesse Hom- burg ( Yarra's dam) 3 years old. 7. BATELEUli, a brown gelding, by Voltigeur out of Flirt, 3 years old; engaged in the Nottingham Spring Handicap ana Forest Plate. 8. EBONY, a black horse ( foaled in 1857), got by Robert de Gorham out of Mary ( The Nigger's dam); he won the Newmarket Handicap, and from his strength and size is likely to make a good country stallion. ORSES.— Important Notice to Owners and . Breeders of Horses.— Several noblemen and gentlemen, patrons and subscribers, have written and suggested that at a suitable time after the close of the Dog Show in the Ashburnham Building, which will be 500 feet long, that it would be desirable to have an EXHIBITION of the HORSE. Mr E. T. SMITH will be happy to carry out these suggestions fmany of which are most encouraging), and offer suitable prizes for this valua- ble and noble animal, the horse, provided he has the patronage, sup- port, and co- operation of owners and breeders. The building for this purpose would be fitted up with commodious boxes and dormitories for day and night grooms superintending them, A most valuable addition to the building ( which will be enlarged if ne- cessary) is a paddock of six acres, for the trial, exercise, and, if required, sale of the animal. This convenience, together with the central situa- tion of the Ashburnham grounds, being so near the Belgravia and West End, offers facilities not to be obtained anywhere else near London. Ladies and gentlemen who may feel interested or desirous of carrying out this national show on a scale w- orthy of the idea of the noble pro- jectors are solicited to send their suggestions direct to the proprietor, E. T. Smith, Ashburnham Hall, Chelsea. l^ TOTICE.— Oundle Horse Fair— The public are 1* informed that the above ANNUAL HORSE FAIR will be held on the 23d and 24th inst, Cattle Fair on the 25th. BTOMPKINS, Auctioneer and Valuer.— SALES • and VALUATIONS conducted on the usual terms. Offices, Horse Repository, Reading. ALDERNEY, GUERNSEY, and JERSEY COWS and HEIFERS.— EDWARD PARSONS FOWLER, of Jersey, will have a HERD of TWENTY on PRIVATE SALE, at Mr J. GOWElt'S Repository, Barbican, London, on Monday, Feb 16. Monthly sales as usual, the last Monday in the month, throughout the year. ALDERNEY and GUERNSEY COWS.— M. FOWLER, sen, Bushey, Watford, Herts, will have a choice of THIRTY COWS and HEIFERS, arrive ( to be SOLD PRIVATELY) at the Red Lion- yard, Paddington, London, on Monday anl Tuesday, the 16th and 17th inst, several with calve3 by their side. Warranted perfect and first- rate butter cows. N. B.— Regular sale days the firstMoriday in every month. ALDERNEY and GUERNSEY COWS.— TWENTY COWS and HEIFERS of the above celebrated breeds, will be on PRIVATE SALE at L UCAS'S Repository, Liverpool, on Wed- nesday and Thursday, Feb 25 and 26.— E. PARSONS FOWLER, importer. CAPTAIN DE VERE HUNT'S pamphlet, CAVEAT EMPTOR, sent gratis for protection of horse buyers. Horses for the London season can now be secured much cheaper than a few weeks hence, and advertiser suggests to his clients the expediency of their at once advising him of their requirements: as, from personal observation, he is aware that first- class horses will be exceedingly scarce and dear thi- spring, as the influx of foreign buyers is very great. Offices, 23, Regent- street ( Waterloo- place), London, S. W. CAPTAIN SCOTT VIGORS, 209, Piccadilly, invites the attention of purchasers and gentlemen having HORSES to DISPOSE OF. Five per cent charged on sales effected. The February printed list of horses on sale is now ready, Forwarded free on applica- tion. Stables, paddocks, and exercise grounds at Harlesden, for the re- ception of horses intended for sale. Letters and orders punctually at- tended to. Several very clever hunters at moderate prices now on show. Cash advances made on stock sent for sale if required. HUNTERS.- WILLIAM COLLINS, of Mount- street, Lambeth, begs to inform noblemen and gentlemen that he has a large selection of superior HUNTERS on SHOW at his esta- blishment at Watford, where there is every facility for a thorough trial of their performances over every description of fence. Previous appli- cation is requested to be mjuSe at Mount- street. NORTHALLERTON FAIR.— MESSRS BLACK- MAN, Kensington, beg to inform noblemen and gentlemen that they have now ON SHOW from the above fair a large number of FIRST CLASS HORSES, consisting of hunters, hacks, and ladies' horses, chargers, cobs, phaeton horses, & c. Seven acres ol ground at- tached for trying hunters. Trials and veterinary examination allowed. WCLARK, of 75, Baker- street, begs to inform • noblemen and gentlemen that he has REMOVED his HORSE ESTABLISHMEN T from Park- lane to Mr Bartle. v's Yard, 232, Oxford- street ( near the Marble Arch), where he has on VIEW a great number of first- class HORSES of every description. LADY'S HORSE.— For SALE, a very band- some BAY GELDING, nearly 15| hands high, perfect to carry a lady, having been ridden by one these last two years, and sold for no fault. To be seen at Wm. Banks's commission stables, King's- mews, Gray's Inn- lane. TO be SOLD by PRIVATE TREATY, a CHESNUT GELDING, clever weight- carrying hunter, by Young Touchstone, 6 years old, fast and sound; been regularly hunted with the Hambledon Hounds. For particulars apply to Mr Austin, 20, Port- land- street, Southampton, and Bishops Waltham. FOR SALE, ANTHRACITE, by Melbourne out of Fausta, by Dr Fanstus, by Filho da Puta, & c— vide Stud Book. A rich brown; immense power; a sure foal getter; his stock are great weight carriers; he is no roarer. For particulars apply toW. R. H. Powell, Esq Maesgwynne, Llanboidy, South Wales. T( THOROUGH BRED STOCK. O be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs TAT- TERSALL, at Hyde Park- corner, London, on Monday, March 2, the property of a gentleman : OLIO, 6 years old, in foal to Fitz- Roland, by Newcourt, dam Cloak, by Rockingham out of Green Mantle, by Sultan. FANNY, 6 years old, in foal to Newcourt, by Annandale, dam Lady FaDny, by Charles XII. out of Lady Eden, by Partisan. CAVRIANA. 6 years old, in foal to Newcourt, by Longbow or Mountain Deer, dam Calcave la, by Birdcatcher. NUNEATON, 6 years old, In foal to Newcourt, by Orlando, dam Nun Appleton, by Bav Middleton. FAIRY FILLY, 2 years old, by Nevrcourt, dam Lady Fanny, by Annandale, granddam by Charles XII.— Lady Eden, & c. JUNEATON FILLY, 2 years old, by Newcourt, dam Nuneaton, by Orlando, granddam Nun Appleton, by Bay Middleton. QUICK FILLY, 2 years old, by Newcourt, dam a hack mare. I LDRIDGE'S, London.— Established 1753.— X3L PUBLIC SALES by AUCTION of HORSES and CARRIAGES every Wednesday and Saturday, commencing at 11 o'clock. Horses should be delivered early on Mondays and Thursdays. Carriages and horses can be inspected two days before either sale. Accounts are paid on Mondays and Thursdays from 10 to 4 o'clock. Horses are not re- ceived for private sale, and jobbing or dealing by any one connected with the business is strictly prohibited. Commission on sales 5 per cent. The sale on Wednesday next of 118 horses, including brougham horses from Messrs Withers and Co and other jobmasters, and horses now landing from Ireland, with sundry carriages and harness, as usual, will commence at 11 precisely.— WILLIA M FREEMAN. A" LDRIDGE'S, St. Martin's- lane.— Wednesday's Sale.— On Wednesday next will be SOLD by PUBLIC AUCTION, the property of Mr William Gammill, SIXTEEN HORSES, landing; at Milford Haven from Waterford; hunters, cobs, driving and riding horses. On view on Monday and until the sale. mui I s^ Stock under a Bill of Sale.- To be SOLD by AUCTION, by Mr J. GOYVER, at his Repository, Barbican, on Tuesday, Feb 17, 1863, at 12 o'clock, without reservation, FOURTEEN useful, light VAN HORSES, omnibus, van, cart, four- horse, pair and single harhess, chaff machine, twelve enamel mangers, bean and oat mill, corn bins, stable utensils, & a. On view day prior. TUESDAY.— Cab and Fly Stock.— Unreserved Sale.— Mr J. S. GOWER will SELL by AUCTION, at his Repo- sitory, Barbican, on Tuesday, Feb 17, 1863, at 12 o'clock, THIRTY useful, known HARNESS HORSES, nine Clarence cabs, forage and dog carts, broughams, brltzska, headed and mail phaetons, unfinished cart, van with patent axles, nearly new, eighteen sets of harness, two nearly new chaff machines, stable utensils, & c, by direction of Mr Jos. Harrison; sold in consequence of giving up his premises. On view day prior. LUCAS'S, Liverpool.— Select Sales.— Messrs LUCAS and Co beg to intimate to noblemen and gentlemen hav- ing hunters and other valuable horses to dispose of, that their next SELECI SALES will take place On Thursday, February 26th, On Thursday, March 12th, and On Thursday, March 26th, 1863. Full descriptions of al 1 horses intended for these sales must be for- warded at least one week previously, and the horses must be sent to the repository two days prior to the sale. Stalls cannot be retained after 10 o'clock. WATERLOO COURSING MEETING.— Sale of valuable Greyhounds at Lucas's Repository, Liverpool.— Messrs LUCAS and Co will SELL by AUCTION on Tuesday, Feb 17, the day of the drawing for the Waterloo Cup: TEN GREYHOUNDS ( the entire kennel), the property of Iiichd. Kaye, Esq. NINE GREYHOUNDS the entire kennel of J. Turner, Esq, Tun- stall. TWENTY GREYHOUNDS, the property of C. " Woodward, Esq, Derby, and other well- known kennels. FOURTEEN GREYHOUNDS, the property of Mr Wm. Price, of Bishton. Pedigrees and full particulars in catalogues of the day. WATERLOO COURSING MEETING.— Sale of Valuable Kennel of Greyhounds at Lucas's Repository, Liverpool.- Messrs LUCAS and Co will SELL by AUCTION on Tues- day, Feb 17, at 2 p. m., the entire KENNEL of Mr Wm. Price, Bishton, owing to his giving up public coursing, comprising: THE PEER, stud greyhound, black dog, by Black Cloud out of Lady Clara. Weight 751b. PATIENCE, brood bitch, black, by Black Cloud out of Riot; in whelp to Seacombe: to whelp the 18th of February. Patience's time being up on the 18th . she will be delivered after the sale when fit to travel. PROMISED LAND, brood bitch, black by Black Cloud out of Lady Clara. Running weight 551b, PATENT, first season dog, red, white, and brindledog, by David out of Lady Clara ; winner of 19 courses out of 20 pupped 27th March, 1861. To be delivered after the Waterloo Meeting. He runs in Mr Randall's nomination for the Waterloo Cup, and can be seen at Altcar from 10 to 11 o'clock on Tuesday. Apply to J. Weaver. SAPLINGS. BLACK AND WHITE DOG, 571b,! By Cardina lYork out of Lady BLACK BITCH, 491b, / Clara, pupped May, 1862. BLUE BITCH, by Percussion out of Prudence pupped Jan 7 ,1862. BLACK DOG, by Peer out o Ray of Light, sister to Blaeberry, pupped June 10, 1862. BLACK DOG, 1 By tbe Peer out of a sister to Jeopardy, pupped BLACK BITCH, J June 20,1862. BLUE AND WHITE BITCH. 1 mtcKnor WHITEBIlCH, lBy The peer out of patl BLICKEOG', F P « PPed May 19, 1862. BLACK DOG, ) All in good hpalth, and over the distemper. FOR SALE, a thorough bred WEIGHT- CAR- RYING HUNTRESS, never out of the breeder's hands, 7 years old, perfect and quiet. Apply to Mr Wm. Webb, Bell Hotel, Worcester. PONIES.— A handsome PAIR of WHITE PONIES, about 14 hands 2 inches high, well matched, and of good action, for SALE. Price moderate, the object being to place them whore they will be sure to be kindly treated. No dealer need apply. To be seen at Mr Brown's Livery Stables, Pelham- yard, Fulham- road. TO be SOLD CHEAP, THREE thorough bred BROOD MARES, suitable for the foreign market. Also a • weight carrying COB, 6 years old, quiet to ride and drive. For par- ticulars, apply to Mr J. Peat, Willesden, Middlesex. npilE MIDLAND COUNTIES REPOSITORY.— JL Messrs BRETHERTON and HARRISON beg to inform the public that their next two important STUD SALES for HUNTERS and other valuable horses will take place at their Repository, Birmingham, On Thursday, 26th February, and On Thursday, 12th March, 1863. Noblemen aud gentlemen wishing to enter horses for these sales are solicited to make early application, in order that stalls may be secured and publicity given to their instructions. Sales by auction every Thurs- day, oy private contract dally. BREEDING STUD, Cambridge.— Mr J. CAR- TER JONAS is favoured witn instructions from the proprietor, who is giving up breeding, to SELL by AUCTION, on Saturday, Feb- ruary 28, at the Red Lion Hotel, Cambridge, at 1 o'clock, the following high bred HORSES, including the powerful and well- known entire horse KNIGHT TEMPLAR. Knight. Templar, by Giles, is a thorough bred bright chesnut. Giles was by Rainbow, and half brother to Sky- lark, his dam by Commodore. Knight Templar's dam by Jack in the Green out of Babel mare, late Lilias ( winner of the Oaks iu 1826). Knight Templar is sire to King O'Toole, winner of the Cork Drag Hunt in 1860. Also the valuable hunting mare Crinoline and a nearly tho- rough bred chesnut mare, both in foal to Knight Templar; and two very promising fillies out of the above mares, by Knight Templar. The horses may be viewed on the morning, and at the place of sale, and further particulars and catal ogues obtained of the auctioneer, Cambridge. BLOOD STOCK.— For SALE: SUGAR PLUM, by Sweetmeat, dam The Irish Queen, by Harkaway— see Stud Book. If not sold will stand at Braemore, Brownstown, Navan. BROOD MARES. 1. SELINA, by Simoom out of The Dolphin's dam, with a fine filly by Sugar Plum, foaled 8th January, 1863 ( engaged in Angleseys), and served again by Sugar Plum. 2. PAMELLA, by Freney, dam Kate Kearney, by Napoleon; served by Sugar Plum. 3. VANILLE, by Sweetmeat, dam Speculation, by Simoom; in foal to Lord of the Isle ( sire of Dundee)— iu Anglesevs. 4. ORLEANS, colt, 2 years old, by Sugar Plum out of lot 1— in 5. WHIPPED CREAM, chesnut filly, 2 years old, by Claret or Sugar Plum out of Sultana, dam of Angelica an « l Ossifrage— now in Hampton Court stud; both these are in work, and in fine condition. 6. SWEET WATER, bay filly, own sister to Golden Drop, by Sugar Plum. YEARLINGS. 7. LOANDO, brown colt, by The Knight of Kars or The Marquis out of lot 3. 8. BRANDY CHERRY, brown colt, by Sugar Plum out of lot 2. Apply to W. A. Moore, Esq, Arnmore, Cavan, Ireland. FOR SALE, that beautiful coloured and fast- trotting entire horse, FOXBERRY, dark brown, with short blacklegs, 16 hands high, and clear of white, rising 2 years old; In high condition and well trained, lit tor serving mares this season Dam, by that beautiful coloured and fast- trotting horse, Foxberry; sire, that beautiful dark brown, blood horse, Fireaway. Foxberry was got by Speculation, dam by Bay Barmpton, granddam by Old Foxberry. Old Foxberry was got by Success. Speculation was got by Skyrocket. Further particulars may be had, aud the horse seen by applying to Messrs Lee, Stocksfleld Hall, Newcastle- upon- Tyne. HUNTERS.— For SALE, a CHESNUT MARE, 5 years old, quite fresh, a perfect snaffle bridle hunter, up to 13 stone, well bred and fast. A BLACK GELDING, 5 years old, perfect hunter, nearly thorough bred, up to 20 stone to any hounds, and very fast; both are perfectly sounc. The owner's engagements prevent any further use for them this Beason. For particulars and to see apply to Mr W. Banks, King's- mews, Gray's Inn- lane. TO be SOLD by PRIVATE CONTRACT, the following HORSES, well known with the Pytchley Hounds, the property of a gentleman unable to hunt any more this season: FUGLEMAN. ROBIN. The horses have been regularly hunted up to this date, carrying 13st7ib. Apply to Captain Maunsell, Thorpe Malsor, Kettering. rg\ j be SOLD, a PAIR of very tine, well bred JL CARRIAGE HORSES, 16 hands high, perfectly sound, and quiet, one of them is 7 the other 8 years of age. The owner wishes to part with them, as they are too big for his phaeton. The coachman will show them to any gentleman at Mr Speed's, Lavender- mews, Inverness- terrace, Bayswater- road. THE RAWCLIFFE JOINT STOCK STUD FARM COMPANY ( Limited).— 1863, STALLIONS to serve: NEWM1NSTER. Subscription is full. YOUNG MELBOURNE. Subscription is full. LEAMINGTON will serve a limited number of mares at 15 guineas each; winners and dams of winners of 109 sovs each at one time, half price. JORDAN will serve a limited number of mares at 7 guineas each winners and dams of winders of 100 sovs each at one time, half price half bred mares at 3 guineas each. SABRE UR will serve 35 mares, besides a few the property of his owner, at 10 guineas each; he will be allowed to serve a few half bred mares. UNDERHAND will serve mares atjio guineas each; winners and dams of winners of leO sovs at one time, half price. MAINSTONE, by King Tom out of Blister, by Bay Middleton. grand- dam Hope, by Touchstone, great granddam Miss Letty, by Priam, will serve mares at 7 guines each, half bred mares at 3 guineas; winners and dams of winners of 100 sovs at one time half price. DUNEANY, by The Flying Dutchman out of Dame Cosser, by Vol- taire, dam by Whisker, will serve mares at 10 guineas each, half bred mares at 3 guineas each; winners and dams of winners of 100 sovs We FALLOW BUCK, by Venison, dam Plenary, by Emilius ( the sire of Merry Hart, & c), will serve mares at 5 guineas, half bred mares at 2 guineas. KING FISHER, by I. Birdcatcher out of Queen of Tyne, by Tom- boy ( Tomboy, by Jerry out of Beeswing's dam), granddam by Whisker out ot Voltaire's dam, the sire of Voltlgeur, & c, will serve mares at 10 guineas each, winners and dams of winners of 50 sovs at one time and a limited number of proved half bred mares half price. He is per- fectly sound, and no rsarer. For further particulars apply to Messrs Weatherby; or to Mr P Martin, Rawcliffe Paddocks, near York. at 10 guineas a mare; dams of winners of 100 guineas gratis. For per- formances, see Racing Calendar. Hay and grass at 10s per week; corn, if ordered, at market price. STALLION, 1863.— CANNOBIE, by Melbourne out of Lady Lurewell, the dam of Folkestone, will serve a limited number of thorough bred mares at 12 guineas each mare, groom's fee included. A few half bred mares at half price. Hay and grass at 10s per week; corn, if ordered, at market price. All expenses to be paid before taken away. Excellent accommodation for mares and foals, with good loose boxes and dry pasturage. For further particulars apply to W. Hemming, or to R. Butler, groom, Causton Stud Farm, near Bilton, Rugby, Warwickshire. STALLIONS.— At Hasketon Shrubbery, one mile from Woodbridge and seven from Ipswich Stations on the Great Eastern Railway: OULSTON, by Melbourne out of Alice Hawthorn. He won many times at all distances, and is sire of Russley and other winners. Only five of his produce have started. ZUYDER ZEE, by Orlando out of Barbelle ( dam of Van Tromp and The Flying Dutchman), by Sandbeck. He won many times, including the Chesterfield Cup at Goodwood, carrying the top weight; the Fitz- william Stakes at Doncaster, carrying 9st 61b; the Granby Handicap, carrying list 41b; and the Craven Stakes at Epsom twice, beating Saun- terer and Gemma di Vergy at even weights. He did a great deal of work, carried high weights, and came out of training at 6 years old, perfectly sound in every respect. At 10 guineas each mare, and 10s 6d the groom. Hay and grass at 10s; corn, if ordered, 4s per bushel. All expenses to be paid before the mares are taken away. Applications to be made to Messrs Weatherby; or to A. Messer, s'ud groom, as above. STALLIONS, 1863.— At Middle Park, Eltham, Kent:— DUNDEE, 30 mares, at 30 guineas. MARSYAS, at 10 guineas. HORROR, at 10 guineas. AMSTERDAM, at 10 guineas. NEASHAM, at 10 guineas. STALLIONS.— For the season 1863, at Mr Rich- ardson's, Catterick Bridge, THE CURE, at £ 25, and£ l the groom, All applications to be made to Mr W. Cartwright, Catterick. STALLIONS.— For the Season 1863, at Owmby Paddocks, near Brigg, Lincolnshire: LAMBTON, at 20 guineas. MAGNUM, at 5 guineas. To be SOLD or LET, JACK SPRING, a black horse, by Springy Jack out of Pasquinade ( own sister to Touchstone), the winner of 23 races. He stands 15 hands 3 inches high, with great substance, fine action, and perfectly sound. If not sold or let will serve mares at Owmby 5 guineas each. Applications to be made to Mr J. Ashton. STALLION.— At the Stud Farm, Lymington, Hants, AUTOCRAT, at 10 guineas a mare, and half a guinea to the groom; half bred mares at half price. There is direct railroad to Lymington, and the paddocks are within one mile of the station. The paddocks are dry and healthy, with capital loese boxes, and every ac- commodation for mares and foals, to which great attention wil Ibe paid by a competent person. Hay and grass 10s 6d per week ; com at the market price.— N. B. Thorough bred stock taken in to keep, and well taken care of. Apply to Mr Thorn, the stud groom. STALLIONS.— Messrs Barrow's Stud Paddocks, Newmarket.— The following STALLIONS will serve mares the ensuing season, 1863:— THUNDERBOLT, 20 mares, besides his owner's, at 20 guineas a mare, dams of winners of 100 sovs half price; 10s the groom. FITZROLAND, by Orlando our, of Stamp, by Emilius ( winner of the Two Thousand Guineas), at 10 guineas a mare, groom's fee included. LONGBOW ( sire of Toxophilite and several other winners), by Ithu- riel out o i Miss Bowe, by Catton, at 10 guineas a mare, groom's fee included. YELLOW JACK, by Irish Birdcatcher out of Jamaica, at 11 guineas a mare, half bred mares half price, groom's fee included. He won at two years old, beating Secret and others. He was second for the Two Thousand Guineas Stakes, second for the Derby, second for the Chester Cup, and second for the Goodwood Cup. GENERAL WILLIAMS, by Womersley out of Lady Elizabeth ( the dam of National Guard, and granddam of Lady Tresspass), by Sleight of Hand out of Sir Tatton Sykes's dam, & c. King of Kars, Maid of Kars, Princess Louisa ( now abroad) and Captain Crow, are the only produce by this horse in his first two seasons. Thorough bred mares 15 guineas each, 10s the groom. Every attention will be paid to all mares sent to Messrs Barrow, and foaling mares will receive their professional services. The best accommodation can be had, with loose boxes, good pasturage, private paddocks ( if required), and a succession of green crops. Hay, grass. & c, 10s 6d per week : corn extra. No horse or mare to be taken from these paddocks until all expenses are paid. All applications to be made to Messrs Barrow, veterinary surgeons, Newmarket. STUD HORSES, at the Highfield Paddocks, Tittenhanger, near St Albans, Herts, two miles and a half from St Albans station on the London and North Western, and four from Hatfield, on the Great Northern. THE PRIME MINISTER, by Melbourne out of Pantalonade, by Pantaloon, her dam Festival, by Camel. He is dark brown, stands nearly sixteen hands high, is a sure foal getter, and is the sire ef Lustre, Sporting Life, Pastime, Farfalla, Athos, Lord Burghley, the Duke of Cambridge, and Charles Fox. The Prime Minister will serve ( not more than forty) mares, at twenty- five guineas each, the groom's fee included. TOUCHWOOD, by Touchstone out of Bonny Bee, by Galanthus. her dam Beeswing. He is dark bay, stands sixteen hands high, and is one of the most powerful short- legged horses in England. Thorough bred mares, five guineas ; half breds, three guineas, groom's fee included. Gentlemen sending three mares, their own property, to either of the above horses will have them served at the price of two. First ciasa accommodation for mares and foals. Hay and grass 10s per week. Cora at market price. For further particulars apply to Jas. Fielding, as above. STALLION.— STOLZENFELS will serve 25 mares at 10 guineas, at the Genners Farm, Northfield, five miles from Birmingham. Stolzenfels is bv Sir Isaac dam bv Heron ( Stork's dam) out of Mystery, by Phantom ( darn of Yardley and Warwick)— Charming Molly, by Rubens. Sir Isaac was by Camel — Arachne, dam of Industry ( winner of the Oaks, and own sister to Leda, granddam of Voltigeur.) Stolzenfels was one of the best horses of his year. For performances see Calendar. Apply to Mr Lapper as above. STALLIONS.— At Croft Stud Farm, near Darling- ton, THORMANBY, forty mares, at 30 guineas, and 1 guiiu t to the groom. CAVENDISH, forty mares, at 12 guineas. OXFORD, at 10 guineas, and l guinea to the groom, a limited num- ber of mares. Application for subscriptions to be made to Mr T. Winteringham, ae above. The season to end on lst July. Mares not paid for by lst Au- gust wiU be taken to Doncaster at the races, and sold to defray expenses. STALLION.— SIR JOHN BARLEYCORN, winner of the second prize at the Royal Show at Leeds in 1861, and highly commended at the Royal Show, Battersea, 1862, as one of the best horses in Englaud to produce the sound and stout thorough bred horse„ He is by The Baron or Ishmael out of Love's Lip, by Camel. Thorougii bred mares, 6 guineas and 5s to the groom; half bred mares, 3 guineas and2s6d to tke groom. Hay and grass: barren mares, 8s per week; foaling mares, 10s. Corn, il ordered, at the market price. At Beihnu, near Purfieet, on the Southend Railway. Application to be made to Mi* Church, Belhus, Aveiey, Romford, E. ; or to Mr Laurence, V. S., Stewards Romford, E. STALLION.— For the season 1863, at Snailspit Farm, Swaff ham, Norfolk, VAN DIE", 1 AN, by West Australian out of Barbelle, the Flying Dutcfiman's dam; he is 16 hands h) g! i » 6 feet 8 inches round his girth, with immense bone; he is a sure tool getter, and his stock are very promaing. Thorough bred maree 5 guineas, dams of winners gratis. Hay and grass at the usual prlco. Apply to Mr T. Goold at the above farm. STALLIONS.— At Water Tower Farm, one miU* from Rugby station : ROCHESTER, by Chatham, by The Colonel out of The Margravine, by Little John, & c. Rochester is the sire of Cowley, Brunette, Killl- grew, and many other winners. TEMPEST, by Melbourne out of Meeanee ( the dam of Lady Augusta), by Touchstone, her dam Ghuznee ( winner of the Oaks), by Pantaloon, Ac. At 6 guineas each mare; half bred mares half price. A limited num- ber © f approved thorough bred mares gratis, with paying one guinea to the groom. All expenses paid before the mares are taken away. Good accommodation for marea and foals. For furtker particulars apply to Messrs Walker and Watson, veterinary surgeons, Rugby. STUD HORSE.— At the Bull Inn, Harpenden, Herts, Great Northern line, 25 miles from London, SIMPLE SIMON, by Woodpigeon out of Nicotine, by Ion, a beautiful rich brown, with black legs, good substance, sound constitution; and was a first- class race horse, the winner of the Great Northamptonshire Stakes, anl other races. Thorough bred mares 5 guineas, groom's fee included; a limited number of half breas at 3 guineas; winners or dams of winners, of 100 guineas gratis. Hay and grass, 10s per week. For further par- ticulars apply to Mr W. Fuller, as above. ( tJTALLION.— At Bushy Paddocks, Hampton kj> Court, MENT MORE, by Melbourne out of Emerald ( dam ol Mentmore Lass and King of Diamonds), by Defence, will serve a limited number ef mares at 10 guineas each, groom's fee included. Subscrip- tions to be taken of Mr Ransom, Bushy Paddocks, Hampton Court, ^ TALLION— SIR PETER LAURIE, by The k3 Saddler— Well- a- day, by Priam, 40 mares, at 5 guineas each; the best steeple chase horse in England of his day; was awarded a R. A. S. iK, prize at Warwick, 1859; one of hts sons took first prize Hunter's Class, Glo'ster. 1862. For terms and particulars apply to Mr William Holman, St George's Mews, Cheltenham. QTALLION.— Brother to Kettledrum, VOIVODE ^ v? out of Hybla, the dam of Kettledrum, winner of the Derby, an a Mincemeat, winner of the Oaks, and is by Surplice, winner of Derby and St Leger. At 5 sova and 10s tne groom; halfhreds at 3 sovs and 2s 6d the groom. Voivode is 16 hands high, on short legs, and Is the strongest thorough bred in England, with true and superior action. Apply, . ilr R. Taylor, Memnel Hall, King's Norton, near Birmingham. STALLIONS.— AUOUR, by Birdcatcher out of Nickname, by Ishmael, at 3 guineas each mare. He is the sire ol Welland and many other winners; his half- bred stock have taken flrsi prizes at the Royal, the Great Yorkshire, and all the principal shows, FATHER OF THE TURF, by Muley Moloch out of Miss Thomaslna. by Welbeck, at 2 guineas each mare. He gained the Royal Agricultural Society's first prize of £ 3u, also the Great Yorkshire prize, and nine other first premiums. Hay and grass 10s per week. For further par- ticulars apply to Mr Pishey Snaith, Boston. ttTUD GREYHOUND.— BLUE HAT, at £ 10 10s, kJ winners, dams of winners or bitches from England, £ 7 7s. Won — ran- up for and divided— three 16- dog stakes; won six 32- dog all- agect ( open) stakes; won ten courses over Altcar, at the Great Waterloo Meetings; winning fifty- one, and only losing seven courses in three seasons. Will be at Mr Edward Ilaiewood's, George Inn, GreatCrosby, near Liverpool, till the 20th inst. STALLIONS.— WILD DAYRELL will serve forty mares at 30 guineas each. KING BRIAN, at 8 guineas each; half bred mares at half price. All expenses to be paid before the mares are removed. Apply to Mr Rickaby, Chilton Cottage, Hungerford. S_ TAXLTON.— At Boythorpe Stud Farm, " onelnile from Chesterfield, on the Midland Railway, DRUMOUR, at 1 © guineas thorough bred mares, a few half bred mares at 5 guineas. He ia the sire of Dunkeld and Fidelity. Apply to Henry Bird, stud groom, Boythorpe, near Chesterfield, Derbyshire. STALLIONS.— BUCCANEER, at 12 guineas, a mare. KINGSTOWN, at 8 guineas thorough bred mares, half bred 4 guineas. Hay and grass at 10s per week, & c. For further particulars apply to Mr R. Milton, trainer, Hurstbourn Park, Whitchurch, Hants, Buccaneer was one of the fastest horses of his time. Kingstown wa& second to Wild Dayrell for the Derby, and could stay. Both horses are 16 hands high, on short legs. STALLIONS^ FAZZOLETTO, by Orlando^ dam Canezou, by Melbourne; thirty mares, by subscription, at 15 guineas each mare. WARLOCK ( winner of the St Leger), by Birdcatcher out of Elphine, by Emilius. Thirty, by subscription, at 10 guineas each mare. MALCOLM, by The Doctor out of Myrrha, by Malek, at 5 guineas each « iare, half bred mares 3 guineas each.( groom's fee included). Hay and grass 10s per week ; corn, if ordered, at market price. Ail expenses to be paid before the mares are taken away. Apply to Mr Francis Croft, Sheffield Lana Paddocks, near Sheffield. STALLIONS.— ANNANDALE, by Touchstone out of Rebecca, by Lottery ( Alice Hawthorne's dam) ; thorough bred mares 5 guineas each, half bred mares 3 guineas each. MINUET ( pure Arab, winner of the Calcutta Derby, & c, & c)-, hie stock is large and promising; 2 guineas each mare. Hay and grass 10s per week. Apply to Mr Ralph Scott, Halleath' 8 Stables, Lockerbie, N. B. STALLION.— This season, 1863, at Mr Thomas Waller's, Steep Farm, near Petersfield, one mile from the Ports- mouth and London Direct Railway, NEWBURGH, a beautiful bay horse, 5yearsold, by Oulston ( by Melbourne out of Alice Hawthorn) out of Bur- lesque ( Buckston's dam), 16 hands high, with great power. Thorough bred mares 5 guineas, half bred mares 2 guineas, groom's fee 5s. Hay and grass 10s per week. Corn, if ordered, at market price. STALLIONS.— At Althorpe and Harleston Star]! Farm, near Northampton.— To serve mares, 1863, at the above place: COTHERSTONE, at 10 gnineas, 1 guinea the groom. TRUMPETER, at 10 guineas. 1 guinea the groom. TOURNAMENT, at 10 guineas, 1 guinea the groom. AST KOLOGER, at 6 guineas, 1 guinea the groom. OLD CALABAR, at 15 guineas, 1 guinea the groom. RATTLEBONE, at 5 guineas, 1 guinea the groom. All expenses to be paid before the mares are taken away. For particulars apply to Mr Thomas Wilson, as above. STALLION for 18( 53.— At Mr SvvallwoodVMid- dlethorpe, near York, MUSJID ( winner of the Derby in 1859), by Newminster out of Peggy, by Muley Moloch, granddam Fanny, by Jerry. Thirty- five mares, besides five of his owner's, at 12 guineas eacti, groom's fee included. Hay and grass 10s per week; corn, if ordered, at market price. Application to be made to Mr Smallwood. ^ JTALLION.— At Radcliffe Race Course, neai k_ 5 Manchester, SIR COLIN, by Robert de Gorham out of Delaine, by Bay Middleton, will serve mares at 7 guineas and 10s the groom.; winners and dams of winners of 100 sovs gratis. For performance see Racing Calendar. Good accommodation for mares and foals. Hay and grass 10s per week. Corn at market price. Further particulars apply to John Bates, New Boar's Head, Manchester; or J. Warburton, stnci groom. STALLION.— NUTBOURNE, 6 years old, l^ Nabob, dam Princess, dam of Bertha. Forty mares, at 20 guineaa each, and one the groom; winner of the Royal £ I0u prize at Leeds. 1881. Approved winners and dams of winners of 100 sovs stake, at half price. Hay and grass at 10a 6d per week; oats at market price. All expenses to be paid by the lst June, and the mares taken away. For subscription apply to Messrs Weatherby, or Mr Wyatt, Nutboumc, Emsworth, Hants. STALLION.— At the Root Stud Farm, Whitewel!, near Clitheroe, KING OF TRUMPS will serve a limited number of mares at 20 guineas each, groom's fee included. Subscriptions will be taken by Mr Richard Heseltine, at the Root stud Farm. STALLION,— FROGMORE, by Touchstone out of The Duchess of Kent, got by Belshazzer, her dam Pepper, by St Nicholas, Capsicum— Acklam's Lass, by Prime Minister, will stand this season, and future ones, at Scapes Castle, half a mile from Brighton station on the Lewes road; thorough bred mares £ 10 10s and 10s th © groom; and a few half bred mares at £ 2 10s, 5s the groom. Scapes Castle stables and boxes stand on rising ground, facing the west; the boxes for the mares are roomy, with an airing yard. Grass keep 10a per week; corn, if ordered, at market price. Ail expences to be paid before the mares are taken away. Any further information required can be had from Mr W. Megennis, veterinary surgeon, at Castle- street, Western- road; or James Dawes, groom, on the premises. STALLIONS, 1863.— At Mr Smith's, Belmont Farm, Cock Forsters, East Barnet, one mile and a half from the station, Great Northern Railway: DEFIANCE, at £ 10 10-, and 10s 6d the groom. Also THE KNIGHT OF GWYNNE, at £ 8 8s, and 5s the groom half bred mares £ 5 5s. Dams of winners of £ 100 gratis; groom's fee £ 1 Is. Good accommodation far mares and foals extent of paddocks ISO acres, first- rate land. STALLION.— THE KNIGHT OF KARS : Ms sire is Nutwith ( winner of the St Leger), his dam is Pocahontas., dam of Stockwell, King Tom, Rataplan, and Ayacanora. He beai Gamester ( winner of the St Leger), Ignoramus, & c; and at Doncaster ran Saunterer to a head, and was afterwards sold for 2,000 guineaa. His first foal has been sold for £ 260, and £ 500 has been refused for another. He is one of the truest made horses in England, and girths 6 feet 8 inches. Forty mares besides his owner's at 12 guineas eaciL Apply to Mr Eyke, Stanton. Shiffnal, Salop. STALLION.— ELLINGTON, winner of the Derby in 1856, by The Flying Dutchman out of Ellerdale, by Lanercost, the dam of Ellermire, Wardermarske, Guildermire, Summerside, Ellex- ton, . fee, Ellington gained the prize of 100 sovs at the Royal Agricul- tural Show this year at Battersea, a proof of his perfect soundness and superiority of shape and action. His pedigree to racing men is known t » be unequalled. Will serve 40 mares by subscription, at 20. guineas each, and 10s the groom. At Mr Phillips's. Willesden Paddocks. Kilbnm, London. STALLIONS for 1863.— At Mamhead, neas- Exeter, four miles from the Starcross station :— GEMMA DI VERGY, by Sir Hercules out of Snowdrop, by Heron 5 her dam Fairy, by Filho da Puta out of Britannia, by Orville; 25 mares ( besides those of his owner) at 3ngs each mare, groom's fee included. Also DUPE, by Pantaloon out of Decoy, by Filho da Puta ( the dam 03 Drone, Sleight of Hand, Van Amburgh, Legerdemain, Phryne, and Flat- catcher), at logs each mare, groom's fee included. Dupe is a beautiful dark bay horse, and stands 16 hands high. Only two of his produee have run, and both have been winners. Hay and grass at 10s a week, corn at market price. The subscriptions and all expenses to be paid before the mares are taken away. Applica- tions to made to Mr Scott, Rose Cottage, Mamhead, near Exeter. [ STUD HOESES, & C, CONTINUED IN NEXT PAGE.] 6 BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON, FEBRUARY 8, 1863. STALLIONS.— For this season ( 1863), at the Stud Farm, Theobald's Park, Enfield. Middlesex:— DIOPHANTUS, at 10 guineas a mare, and 10s fid the groom. NO nan bred mares. , , , u FULBECK, at 10 guineas a mare, and 10s 6d the groom. Half bred mares half price. ,, „ lt . , GRAMPIAN, at 10 guineas a mare, and 10s 6d the groom. Halt bred Half bred mares half price. , „ _ SOMERSET, at 6 guineas a mare, and iOs Od the groom. mare9 ji& if price Good accommodation for thorough bred stock. Hay and grass at 10s per week ; corn at market price. All expenses to be paid before the stock is removed. Further particulars ofMr H. Goodchild. proprietor. TALLIONS.— At Rufford Abbey, Ollerton, eight miles from Tuxford station on the Great Northern Railway — SKIRMISHER, by Voltigeur, at 12 guineas a mare ( groom s fee in- cluded ). PARMESAN, by Sweetmeat ( sire of Saccharometer, & e), a winner of many races at all distances ; he is a very handsome horse, with re- markably fine action: at 5 guineas a mare. Hay and grass 10s per week; corn, if ordered, at the market, price. For particulars inquire of Mr Coultas, stud groom, Rufford Abbey Ollerton. STALLION.— At Theobald's Park Farm, Enfield, 1863, RINALDO, bv Kingston out of Kirtle ( sister to Green- mantle), at 10 guineas and 10s the groom; half bred mares halt price and fee. STALLION— To serve this season, at Kingsweston Stables, near Bristol, the thorough bred horse ROUBLE. 16 hands 1 inCh high, by Cossack out ol Dividend, 6| years old. winner of the Ascot Stakes. For further performances see Racing Calendar; a rich bay, with black legs, and not a white hair about him. Thorough bred mares 5 guineas, half bred mares 2 guinea", and 5s to the groom; dams of winners gratis. For further particulars apply to Mr John Baker, stables, Kings- weston. Bristol. STALLION.— To be SOLD or LET, a thorough bred BAY HORSE. 4 years old, 15 hands 3 inches high, with re- markablv fine and true action, great bone and power, on short legs, is free from white, and is a verv true made horse, sound, fresh, and tree from blemish, never having been trained: would be valuable for getting racers or short legged hunters; he is by Yoivode out of Lady Ralph, by Gladiator. Apply to the breeder, R. Taylor, Manuel Hall, King's Norton, near Birmingham. STALLION.— To be SOLD, or LET for the Season, DARTMOUTH, bv Bav Middleton outof Dart, by Jereed. He is 15 hands 3 inches high, bright bay, with black legs, and would make a good country stallion. To be seen at Willesden Paddocks, and particulars had of Mr Warrington, 294, Oxford- street. London. CJTALLION.— For SALE, HERCULES, 5 years V3 old, by Kingston out of Daughter of Toscar, by Bay Middleton— Maivina, by Oscar. Hercules stands 16 hands high, with great power, substance, and symmetry, aud is a rich brown, free from white. lie is perfectly sound in all respects, and has never been in training. Apply to the owner, Mr Marmaduke Walker, Addington Lodge, Croydon. If not sold, Hercules will serve mares at home during the coming season. Thorough- bred mares at £ 10 His, half- bred mures at £ 3 " STUD GREYHOUND.— DUNDEE, by Brandy out of Lily, whose performance and coursing qualities are well known to all northern coursers, will serve bitches at 3 guineas each. Apply to George Dobson, Low Spenny Moor, two miles from Ferryhill station, Durham. STUD GREYHOUND, £ 5 5s.— BUGLE, blue, by Beacon out of Scotland Yet ( brother to Canaradzo, Dixie, Ca- rabradzo, & c, and the same litter as Ciologa, Coorooran, Sea Pink, and Sea Foam), weight 711b. Apply, J. Goodacre, Belton- street, Stamford, Lincolnshire. S~ TUD " GREYHOUNDS.— At 7 guineas each, CARDINAL YORK, red and white, PICTON, black and white, by Jacobite out of Forest Queen. Apply to Mr Richmond, Seamill, West Kilbride, Ayrshire, about three miles from tha Ardrossan station of the Glasgow aud South Western Railway. Passengers are booked at Carlisle to Ardrossan. STUD GREYHOUND.— BRIDEGROOM, at 7 guineas, own brother to Maid of the Mill, winner of the Waterloo Cup, 186", an! sire of Union Jack, who divided the Bridekirk Cup with Kingwater. The following dogs were got by him, and have all won stakes this season:— Leotard, Yardes. Weathercoat. Brown Mouse, Beckford, Nat Langliam, Bell of the Moore ( winner of the Wetherby Cup), Belle of the Castle, & c. Apply to Alex. Wallace, AllerbyHall, Bullgill Station, Maryport. STALLION GREYHOUND.— MUSTARD, by Manslaver out of Mimosa, the sire of Monarch, the winner of the Derby at Baidock in 1861. and the All- aged Stake in 1862 ; at 5gs. Mus- tard has only had two bitches to him that the produce lias run In pub- lic, both producing winners. Apply to George Coombs, Red Lion, Shooters Hill, Kent, eight miles from London. STUD GREYHOUND.— S1R1US, the best son of Effort, out of Ladv of the Lake, at £ 5 5s. He is a red dog, winner as a puppy of the Bulford Stakes, Amesbury, and the Champion All- aged Stakes, Hampton Park, giving his year to every dog opposed to him. He is, perhaps, the truest made and finest greyhound in England, has never been led to his hare, and his speed and staying power are un- rivalled. Apply to Charles Durrant, trainer. Lake House, Wanstead, Essex. STALLION GREYHOUND.— LITTLE WON- DER at 5 guineas. He is by David outofLewana. byLablache. He is a black dog. weight 661b; he possesses great speed, and can stay. For performance see Coursing Calendar. Apply to R. Yoller, at Mr Cootes's, Longdown Farm, near Epsom; one mile from the Epsom or Ewell stations. 8TUD GREYHOUNDS.— BLUE HAT, at 10 guineas; winners, dams of winners, and bitches from England, 7 guineas. MR BLUE HAT ( Blue Hat— Kathleen Mavourneen), at 5 guineas, and at 4 guineas : won five of his first seven courses in public, till he broke his foot. His sire and 4am won 78 courses in public, including 12 for the Great Waterloo Cup, and drew more than £! H> 0 of public cash. Fullest particulars from Mr L. Kenny, 49, Talbot- street, Dublin. S^ TUD GREYHOUND.— BIGWIG, by judge out of Lurlei ( the late Mr Lawrence's), at £ 3 10s; winners or dams of winners of a stake of 8 or more dogs £ 2 2s or a puppy. He Is a brin- dled ticked dog, of good size, possesses fine speed, good working powers, and great gameness. He is the winner of some good stakes. Apply, Mr Lewis, Red Lion Inn, Honnslow. STALLION GREYHOUND.— CLANSMAN, by Acrobat, bvThe Curler out of The Lucy Bertram outof Tela( Sister to Susan Whitehead), by Wigan outof The Pest, at £ 5 5s., He is a very handsome red dog, of 701b weight, with great bone and substance, and verv fast. Though untried his puppies are very promising. For perform- ances see Coursing Calendar. Apply to his owner, Mr Thomas Oliver, Millburn Cottage, Corstorphine, Edinburgh. STUD GREYHOUND.— NORTH BRITON, red, by Acrobat ( son of The Curler) outof Tela ( sister to Susan White- tiead), by Wigan. Winners and dams of winners, 3 guineas each; all others 5 guineas.— Apply to John Wood, trainer, Portobello, near Edinburgh. " STUD GREYHOUND.— CANTAB, by Stanley out of Monevtaker, at £ 5 5s each. Apply to Edmund Lee, Dud- ding Hill Farm, Willesden, Middlesex, four milesjrom the Marble Arch. STUD GREYHOUND.— DER FRE1SCHUTZ, black and white ( brother to Farmer's Daughter, Fairy Dream, and other good winners), by Black Cloud— Myrtle, by Wilful— Why- not, at 3 guineas. His running weight is 631b, and his stock ( saplings) very promising and of good size. Apply to Mr Geo. Finch, solicitor, Worcester. STALLION GREYHOUND.— WONDER, a black dog, own brother to Barney Williams, by Hurkaru out of Leda, dam of Blue Hat. He is a very line dog, his running weight 641b. For running see the Sporting Calendar. This year he won the Old Dog Stake at Spiddal. To winners of a 16- dog Stake 3gs, others 5gs. Apply to Mr WhytB, 4, Marlbro'- street, Dublin. STALLION GREYHOUND.— RAILROAD, sire by Bedlamite out of the celebrated Cerito. dam by Furious, by Foremost, at 5 guineas. As a puppy he won the Newmarket Champion Cup and the Baidock Challenge Cup ( for all ages), and never lost but one course ( his last), when he injured his foot. Apply to James Sten- ning, the Beeches ( two miles from Balcombe station, Brighton Rail- way), Crawley, Sussex. STALLION GREYHOUND— BR AM WELL, by Judge out of Widow Hester, dam of Blemish, by Figaro. He is the sire of Bailiff ( winner of Southport Stakes, thirty- two dogs, in Octo- ber), Bit of Fashion, and Bencher, his first and only litter. Terms 5 guineas. For further particulars address Wm Howse, South Bank, Runcorn. STUD POINTER.— DASH, winner of three first prizes. STUD SETTER.— BOB, winner of five first prizes. At £ 3 3s each. For full particulars apply to Messrs G. and J. Bayley, Stamford Lodge, Staleybridge. S" TUD GRE YHOUND.— At £ 7 7s, REGAN, black, by Barrator out of Riot. Apply to John Weaver, Chad- bury, near Evesham. STUD GREYHOUND.— 1NGOMAR, by Jeffrey out of Ladylike ( same litter as Faldonside, Crerar, & c, & c), will serve bitches at £ 7 7a each. Application to be made to Mr W. Hart, Whillimoor Fort, Distington, Cumberland, distant four miles from Harrington and five from Whitehaven. For performances see Coursing Calendar. STUD GREYHOUNDS.— SEAGULL, Bedla- mite— Raven, at £ 7 7s. JAMAICA, Judge— Rhapsody, at £ 5 5s, own brother to Bow- fell. This fast dog, 711b running weight, has been unable to stand training, owing to an accident when a puppy. Apply to Wm. Waring, Springwood, Woolton, near Liverpool. STUD GREY HOUNDS.— PARAMOUNT, at 7 and 10 guineas. Sire of Prizeflower, and many good winners. Prizeflower, dam of Belle of the Village, Buff Rose, Pensive, Peony Bright Chanticleer, Passion Flower, Prairie Flower, & c. BLUE JOHN, at 3 and 5 guineas, by Weapon— Sortie ; very fast. BRIGHT CHANTICLEER, at 10 guineas, by Effort out of Prize- flower, after the 30th inst; a few nominations vacant. Appy J. S. Bland, Esq, Worton Hall, Isleworth. STUD GREYHOUND.— STRATFORD, by Effort out of Sprite, a handsome bright red dog, with great speed, weight 641b. In his puppy season divided the Produce Stakes with Faith, at the Spelthorne Meeting, Wilts ; won the Park Stakes at the - Champion Meeting, Harppton Court; won the South Essex Stakes at the Southminster ( open) Meeting. Spelthorne Meeting, Hampton Court: ran up for the Spelthorne Stakes; won the Compton Stakes, Chilton, Berks ( open) Meeting. January, 1863: Won the Wolsey Stakes ( all ages), Spelthorne Meeting, Hampton Court. He will serve bitches at 5 guineas each. Apply to Mr W. H. Dean, The Grove, Stratford, Essex, E. ST UD GREYHOUND.— BL UE LUPIN, by Auto- crat out of Venus, at £ 5 5s each. He is a descendant of the Old Streamer blood through Mr Nathan Slater's Sweetbriar, and connected with his celebrated dog Old Sandy : they were the sire and dam of Scot, Scot the sire of Mr Gregson's red dog Neville, Neville being the sire of the above Autocrat. Apply at Birds' Cliff, Cheetham Hill, Manchester. STUD GREYHOUND.— LET HIM BE EASY, brother to Sampler, by Skyrocket out of Stitch, this season, at 5 guineas each. He is sire of Agility, who divided the Produce Stakes at Abergele, and won the Bitch Produce Stakes, at the Bidgway Meeting, at Southport. Apply to Mr Tempest Booth, Spriugwater Bank, Ard- wick, Manchester. STUD GREYHOUND.— JACOBITE, by Bed- lamite out of Fox's Flounce, will serve a limited number of 1 bitches this season. Winners and dams of winners 7 guineas each; all others 10 guineas each. Ha is stationed as formerly. Apply to Robert Murray, Woolmet by Dalkeith, N. B. _ STUD GREYHOUND.— CANARADZO, by Beacon— Scotland Yet. at £ 1010s, sire of Celerity, Lucy Campbell, Great Expectations, Calmaroona, La Sourde, Sarah Sibbald, Butterfly, Rising Lark, Boanerges, Balloon, Radzocana, Plume, Cinoloa, Luna, & c, & c. Stands at Dalgig, New Cumnock, by Carlisle, but he will be at Formby from the 14th till the 20th, during the Waterloo Meeting. STUD GREYHOUND.— PATRICIAN, by Black Cloud out of Prize Flower, at £ 7 7s. Is own brother to Belle of the Village, Prairie Flower, and Peony. He is a fine racing dog of 641b weight, but, owing to an accident when nine months old, has never appeared In public. Inquire of George Kendall, at Mr Purser's, Willlngton, near Bedford. * STUD GREYHOUNDS.— SKYROCKET, fawn bv Blue Light out of Syncone, at 10 guineas. SHOOTING STAR, black, by Skyrocket out of Cinderella ( Sack- cloth's dam), at 5 guineas. SKYSCRAPER, black, by Skyrocket out of Shame ( sister to Sack- cloth), at 5 guineas. Apply to Henry Beale. Croxteth Kennels, near Liverpool. _ STALLION GREYHOUNDS:— JEFFREY, by Judge out of Moeris, at £ 5 5s; limited to 15 bitches. Also, MUSSELMAN, at £ 5 5s. Apply to Mr Hodges, Swan Inn, West Drayton, Middlesex. STALLION GREYHOUND.— At £ 4, FLASH- MAN", by Larriston out of Lively, by Forerunner out of Linda, by Worcester Marquis out of Wide Awake. Wide Awake dam of Locomo- tive,- Liberty, Lola Montes, and many other winners. Flasliman is the sire of Equity ( winner of the Great Western Cup at Amesbury), Equality, Eaglet, & c, & c. from only four bitches, all producing win- ners. Apply to the ostler, Griffin Hotel, March, Isle of Ely. STUD GREYHOUND.— THE WIZARD, black dog, by Bedlamite out of Witchcraft, own sister to Belted Will. He is a winner of more than 40 courses in public, and is one of the fastest dogs that ever ran. Weight 701b. His stock are very promising and come all black, like his celebrated sire's. At 5 guineas. Apply to James Dyer, White House, Mount, York. STUD GREYHOUND.— PUGILIST, at 5 guineas, bk w d, by Weapon oat of Pearl; weight, 701b. He is the sire of Belligerent, Amelia, Blemish, and other winners. For fur- ther particulars apply to Wm. Locket, Denton, Manchester. S TALLION GREYHOUND.— To be HIRED OUT as STALLION DOG, for one season or more, according to agreement, the celebrated Irish dog OTHELLO. Othello is the winner of fifty- two courses in public. Othello was the winner of several heavy stakes in Ireland; ran up for the Irish National Champion 32- dog Stake, £ 10 10s entrance; put in two courses in his first trial for the Waterloo Cap, beating Kitty Floyd and Diana Vernon, and was put out by Sea Rock in what was described in Bell's Life as " the most unsatis- factory trial of the meeting." In his second trial for the Waterloo Cup Othello put in one course, and, after an undecided, was put out by Bow- fel, the runner up. At the same meeting he won the Waterloo Plate, beating Bold Enterprise, Wild Sea. Jetsum, and Faldonside. Othello is a black greyhound of perfect shape, four years off, and unites In his pedigree the best Irish and English blood. For particulars applv to G. F. M., Adelphi Hotel, Liverpool, during the Waterloo week, when Othello will he at hand. STUD GREYHOUNDS.— SEACOMBE, blue and white dog, by Hermit out of Fly, Hermit by Weapon, Fly by Croton Oil out of Lady Maria, at 7 guiru as; sire of Sea Kmg, Sea lnp, Waterloo Day. Derbv Day, Jetsam, Sea Cloud, Wee Nell, Long Barney, Blutcher, My Mary. Actress, Sea Girl, and other winners; his produce are running well this year. SEA KING, blue dog by Seacombe out of Lady Walford; weight 641b; at 5 guineas: won the Ridgway Produce, and in ins next attempt at Lytham broke his leg, in his fourth course with Billy Bloomer; he was verv fast, and a first- rate worker. Application to be made to Archibald Coke, Westfield House, Knotty Ash, within five miles of Liverpool. APACK of FOXHOUNDS.— About THIRTY- FIVE COUPLES REQUIRED for the Continent. They must be steady, young, hunted dogs. Height from 22 to 24 inches. A liberal price will be given. Address, Count G. Karolyi, Liuversity- strees, Pesth, Hungary. LUKE SNOWDENt, Jockey, deceased.— Pursuant to the Act of Parliament, 22d and 23d Vic, cap 35, intituled " An Act to further Amend the Law of Property and to Relieve Trustees," Notice is hereby Given, that all persons having any CLAIMS or DE- : MAN'DS against or upon the estate of Luke snowden, late of Up Lam- bourne, in the county of Berks, jockey ( who died on the 14th day of j January, 1862, and whose will was proved in Her Majesty's Court of Probate bv Joseph Saxon and Alexander Gearing, the executors therein named), are required to send the particulars of such claims and demands in writing, addressed to the said executors, at the offices of Messrs Robson and Tidy, solicitors. No. 13, Clifford's Inn, London, on or before the 2d drtv of April, 1863, after which time the said executors will dis- tribute tlie assets of the said deceased as directed by his will, having regard to the debts or claims of which the said executors shall then have notice, and they will not be liable to any person of whose debt or claim they shall not then have had notice for any assets so distributed.— Dated this 9 th day of February. 186.3, ROBSON and TID*, 13, Clifford's Inn, Solicitors fur the Executors. T THE WEST CENTRAL HORSE and CAR- S UCCESSFUL GREYHOUNDS for SALE ( first BAHAMA, bk b, by Jeffrey out of Muscatel. BOADICEA, bk b, by Jeffrey out of Muscatel. BUCHANAN, bkd, bv Jeffrev outof Muscatel. BELINDA, be w b, by Cantab out of Bonnie Lass. Sold for no fault butto make room for saplings. Apply to Mr Francis Bartholomew, Waddington Heath, Lincoln. GREYHOUNDS.— To be SOLD by PRIVATE CONTRACT. TWO BLACK GREYHOUND BITCHES, by Beacon out of Evil Spirit, 2 years old on the 2d inst. Price £ 6 each, or £ 11 the two, Apply to Robert Twigg, Esq, Penalt, near Ross, Here- fordshire. DOGS.— For SALE a very large and magnifi- cent pure bred MOUNT ST BERNARD'S MASTIFF DOG, 18 months old, verv docile, and a good watch and guard dog; also two highly bred red scotch terrier dogs, 15 months old, very tricky, good rat and house dogs : likewise a small blue scotch terrier bitch, 41b weight, a good rat and house dog. All warranted over the distemper. Apply to Edward W. Shaw, 5, Yeates- court, Carey- street, Lincolns Inn- fields. FOR SALE, BELL'S LIFE ( unbound) from Mav 12, 1850, to Dec 28. 1862. Also a fourth season pure IRISH RED SETTER BITCH, large and handsome. Warded Feb 3, by a pure bred Irish dog. Apply to W. J. Murray, bookseller and news agent, 90, George- street, Cork. YACHT 8.— For SALE — A SCHOONER, of 140 tons. A SCHOONER, of 130 tons. A SCHOONER, of 100 tons. A SCHOONER, of 70 tons. A SCHOONER, of 50 tons. A SCHOONER, of 40 tons. With several CUTTERS. Applv to Capt Grant, Secretary Royal Thames Yacht Club, Albemarle- street, Piccadilly, W. r'A C H T S.— For SALE:— CUTTERS, from 45 to 20 tons, good for shooting yachts. SCHOONERS, from 200, 130, 115, and 100 tons, to 65 and 43 tons o. m. Apply to Captain Keane, West Cowes, Isle of Wight. YACHT S.— For S A L E — A SCHOONER, « f 75 tons. A SCHOONER, of 23 tons. A SCHOONER, of 20 tons. A CUTTER, of 25 tons. Apply to Thos. Calkett, on board, opposite the Custom House, Victoria Dock. YACHT.— FOR SALE, ORIANA SCHOONER, 60 tons, now lying in Ringsend Dock, Dublin; built of the strongest and best materials, oak frame, and teak planking, coppered and copper- fastened, hull and rigging in first- rate order, new rails by Lapthorn. Is a thorough sea boat, having proved herself one on many foreign cruises. Is a handsome model, and sails fast. Fully found in every respect, and can be got ready for sea in a few days. For further particulars apply to Skipper, on board; or to William J. Martin, No. 12, Fitz william- place, Dublin. PAIR- OARED, FOUR- OARED, and TWO SCULLING BOATS to be SOLD a bargain to an early purchaser. To be seen at Simmonds's, Putney. Address T. S., at Kelly's. BOAT for SALE.— For SALE, a PAIR- OARED GIG, nearly equal to new. To be seen at C. Greaves's, boat- builder, Chelsea. LIVERPOOL.— GRAPES HOTEL, Lime- street. EDWARD GRIFFITH, in returning thanks to his triends and patrons for their kind and liberal support d uring liis ten years' proprietor- ship of the above hotel, begs to inform them and the public generally, that in order tomeet the growing demands upon his establishment, owing to in- crease of traffic and business, produced by the centralisation of the St George's Hall law courts, markets, railway, and other public places around his immediate locality, he has completed very extensive ALTERATIONS and ADDITIONS, extending the premises to Lord Nelson- street, giving hotel and other entrances therein, directly oppo- site the side approaches of the London and North Western Railway. Theaccommodationfor travellers will be found replete in every respect for comfort and convenience, and especial care has been taken to provide a first- class cuisine. In addition to the usual coffee room requirements, will be found ample varieties of light refreshments. The wines, spirits, ales, & c, hive been very carefully selected, and can be confidently re- commended. The table d'hote, as heretofore, at half- past I o'clock. Nightly attendance for travellers. H" OTEL near TRAINING GROUND— WANTED, a small HOTEL near some good TRAINING GROUND. Particulars to X. Y. Z., 17, Upper Southwick- street, Cam- bridge- terrace, London. THE WOODSTOCK CRICKET CLUB will be happv to arrange HOME and HOME MATCHES with any ama- teur club within 12 or 14 miles of London. Address E. W. Craker, secre- tary, 5, Si George's- road, Shepherd's Bush, W. CRICKET.— JOHN LILLYWHITE begs re spectfully to announce that he has an immense STOCK of every article used in the game. First- class goods only kept. Outfitter to col- leges, schools, clubs, and the army and navy. Illustrated lists of prices post free. Direct John Lillywhite. cricket warehouse, 5, Seymour- street, Enston- square. N. W. TILBURY'S CURB LOTION; a perfect and certain cure for curbs and splints without blemish or loss of time. Used with success by the late Mr Tilbury, of the Dove House, Pinner, and patronised by various racing and hunting establishments. Prepared and sold, with directions for use, by George Edward Tilbury, manager of the carriage department, the Pantechnicon, Belgrave- square. In bottles 4s 6d, 6s, and 8s each. QTEVENS'S OINTMENT, the only substitute for k3 firing horses, after 25 vears' extensive use, retains its celebrity as the safest and best remedv ' for curbs, splints, spavins, sore shins, dis- eased ligaments or tendons in the horse. It never blemishes, may be applied during work, and no horse will gnaw his legs after its applica- tion. It is also highly beneficial in coughs and roaring. Prepared only and sold by Henry R. Stevens, veterinary surgeon, 8A, Park- lane, London, in boxes 2s 6d each, or free by post., 3s. Sold also by Barclay, 95, Farringdon- street; and all druggists. Beware of spurious imita- tions. Ask for Stevens's Ointment. 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 where blistering is usually applied, is well known; and its celebrity has extended to all the great studs throughout the world. No horse will gnaw it.— Sold by Messrs Barclay and Sons, 95, Farringdon- street, London; aud by all respect- able medicine vendors. In pots is fid, 2s 9d, and 5s each; Jib 9s, lib 16s. ORSES and CATTLE— ELLIMAN'S ROYAL JLJI. EMBROCATION for green wounds, strains, sprung sinews, sore shoulders, wind galls, chapped heels, sore throats, bruises, and weakness or enlargement of the legs. Used in the Royal Stud. See the testimonials from the Royal Hunt; Carver and Co, Manchester, the owner of Promised Land; Younghusband and Co, and the largest horse- keepers in England. To be had of any saddler or chemist, in bottles 2s and 2s 6d; and at 150, Oxford- street, and 4, Cheapside. H BIRD'S BOTANIC ESSENCE or LIQUID BLISTER, for general lameness in horses, is beneficial in all cases of curbs, splints, spavins, & c. Sold in bottles Is 6d each. Also Bird's fever drinks, for colds, shlverings, & c. Bird's purging paste. Bird's cough balls, for chronic coughs and broken wind, and every de- scription of horse and cattle medicines kept ready prepared by the pro- prietor, W. L. Bird, 42, Castle street East, Oxford- street, London, W., and are sold by all patent medicine vendors and druggists in town or country. HOPLEMUROMA ( Hoof Ointment), for the lm- provement of the growth of horses' feet, and to cure and pre- vent brittle and shelly feet, cracked heels, sand cracks, seedy toes, diseased frogs, and corns, and to prevent navicular disease, & c. Does not stop horses from their usual work. This preparation is invaluable to all breeders, dealers, trainers, and large contractors. Also for horses liable to throw their shoes in the hunting field. Sold by all chemists and saddlers. W. CLARK, 75, Baker- street, l'ortman- square, London, W.— See Bell's Life of November the 16th for testimonials. IF you desire really well- polished boots, use BROWN'S ROYAL MELTONIAN BLACKING; it renders them beautifully soft, durable, and waterproof, while its lustre equals the most brilliant patent leather. Made by E. Brown, the inventor and sole manufacturer of the De Guiche Parisian Polish for dress boots and shoes, waterproof varnish for hunting boots, and waterproof har- ness blacking. Patronised by the Court and nobility.— Manufactory, 67, Princes- street, l. eicester- square, London; and retail everywhere. Awarded the Exhibition Prize Medal, 1862. TO SPORTSMEN.— The Elite of the First Flight Over any Country.— BARTLEY'S FAST BROWN, for brown tops of all tints, for those who are nice to a shade; the cele- brated hunting polish, " wot will cut a skine in or over any country," for dress or patent leather hunting boots of every description. Bart- ley's Hunting Persuaders, with the improved rowels ; boot- top powders of all colours. Hartley's Nulli Secundus Blacking. To be had from ALEXANDER HARTLEY, bootmaker, 251, Oxford- street, London. P. O. orders payable at Post Office, 210, Oxford- street. TO NOBLEMEN and GENTLEMEN VISITING the LINCOLN SPRING MEETING.— TWENTY- FIVE superior LOCK- UP BOXES, clean, lofty, and well- ventilated ; good yard, and private way from it to the course, at C. J. PRIESTLEY'S, BLACK BULL INN, High- street, within 100 yards of the G. N. Rail, and 200 of the Midland and Manchester stations. The advertiser has for the last nine years been starter at the Lincoln Spring Meeting. | 1NCOLN SPRING MEETING— The GREAT JLJ NORTHERN HOTEL ( adjoining the railway station) has every comfort and convenience for gentlemen attending the races. First- class stabling. Subscribers to the Race Fund. Charles Pratt and Son, pro- prietors1 _ LINCOLN SPRING MEETING.— SARACEN'S HEAD HOTEL. Early orders for private apartments, beds, aud horse boxes are requested at this far- famed hotel, where fifty beds are made up, and there are sixty horse boxes aud stalls in the yard.— J. L. THORNTON, Proprietor.— N. B. Subscriber to the Race Fund. TO the HUNT.— W. CLARK again solicits the attention of hunting noblemen and gentlemen to his incomparable BOOT- TOP FLUID, for cleansing and preserving brown boot- tops, to- tally eradicating all stains, restoring and keeping them to their original colour. White tops may be made brown to any shade required. Also a LIQUID for polishing and makingany top equal to patent, with half the usual labour. Premier boot- top powders of all colours, and breeches paste without dust.— 75, Baker- street, Psrtman- square, London, W. CLARK'S . ELASTIC WATERPROOF VAFR- NISH for patent and enamelled hunting, shooting, and fishing boots, thu best ever manufactured. Also his PATENT MATCHLESS PASTE, for leather breeches, gloves, cords, kerseys, & c, far superior to any that has ever been offered to the public. Also his unrivalled RE- VIVER, for restoring black kid boots, cloths, & c. Manuiaetory, 75, Baker street, London. NORTHAMPTON AND PYTCHLEY HUNT RACES.— To Licensed Victuallers, Publicans, Caterers at Races, and Others.- To be LET by AUCTION by FREEMAN and SON, at the Grand stand, on Friday, the 6th of March next, at 4 o'clock p. m., the THREE LARGE REFRESHMENT ROOMS in the Grand Stand. Also the several Plots or Parcels of Ground for the erection of suttling and other booths thereon. By Auction on Tuesday, 3d March, 1863, Dycer's, Stephen Green West, extending to South King- street ( see underneath), Dublin. TO be peremptorily SOLD by AUCTION to the highest and best bidder, on the premises, on Tuesday, the 3d March, 1863, at 2 o'clock in the afternoon, the INTEREST and GOOD- WILL of the present proprietor in the undermentioned VALUABLE PROPERTY, also the stock of horses, vehicles, horse clothing, harness, and general plant of a first- class kind, three double breaks, three single ditto, three sets of double harness, three single ditto, with a variety of other articles. DYCER'S UNRIVALLED ESTABLISHMENT, as re- gards extent, with its buildings standing on nearly two acres, making it particularly worth attention as a public market, mart, brewery, meat curer's, or for any business requiring extent, with its proximity to the leading streets of the city. The upper yard being now reduced to the very small rent of £ 130 by the recent lettings for terms to first- class tenants, with several applicants wishing for the lower or King- street yard, so that any veterinary surgeon of moderate capital would be sure of letting the lower yard for various purposes, as, if the entire as one, would be too large for his or any other intending purchaser's purposes. The upper yard, Stephen's Green West, in conjunction with the lower yard extending to South King- street, with a large residence to each. Capitalists should visit this extensive concern for business to fully ap- preciate its value for same. The lower yard, subject to £ 200" per annum, with entrance from Stephen's Green and South King- street, standing on nearly an acre and half, has the following buildings in the best order, viz:— A large riding school with galleries ; suitable apart- ments, well aired, for the friends of pupils; washing, dressing, and cloak rooms, with twenty stables and boxes attached to school. In the vehicle department accommodation can be had for near 500 vehicles, with the well* known sale mart, together with numerous other buildings. Also a magnificent weigh house, fitted up in the best manner, with numerous box and private st. id stabling, got up in the newest style, and on which the present proprietor has laid out a considerable sum. The provender department, second to none, consists of a stupendous loft for corn, room for 5,000 or 6,000 sacks, with patent windlass, spacious hay loft, rick built for the purpose, thoroughly well ventilated capable of holding two years' hay, bran, bean, and carrot rooms, with steam house. Ac. Nob-.— 1These valuable concerns may be viewed daily, and every in- formation given, on application to the proprietor, or YOUNG and GROVES, Auctioneers. 11 and 12, Bachelor's- walk, and 61, Grafton- street, Dublin. N. B.— Outstanding accounts due to the establishment to be paid to Mr Henry Anderson, proprietor, MI the premises, who will be happy to pay any due on being furnished to him. STUD FARM.— For SALE, by PRIVATE CON- TRACT, the LEASE and STOCK of a small, well established STUD FARM. Good residence, large gardens, orchard, stabling, & c. Thirty- five acres of meadow land, well supplied with good water. Si- tuation within a few v. iiies of London, with easy access. Fifteen tho- rough bred brood mares, stinted by first- class horses; yearlings, two year olds, and stallions. The whole in first- rate condition. Accommo- dation for forty mares and foals.— For further information, apply to Messrs E. and H. Lumley, 67, Chancery- lane, London. SALMON FISHING and GROUSE SHOOT- ING.— To be LET, the large, convenient, and well- furnished lodge of LAGDUFF, at Ballycroy, barony of Erris, county of Mavo, together with the right of fishing in a portion of the Ballycrov River, and of shooting over eight thousand acres of bog and mountain. The river is well known to be one of the best in Ireland for salmon and white trout. The grouse and wild fowl shooting is good, and seal shooting is to be had on the coast close by. Rent. £ 180. All particulars to be had on ap- plication to Mr Thompson, at Mr Bushby's chambers, 5, Essex- court, Temple, London. SHOOTINGS.— To LET, for a period of years. the SHOOTINGS on a property in the south of Ayrshire, extend- ing to between 3, i' 00 and 4,080 acres of ground, which is peculiarly suited for producing game of the best sort. There is abundance of grouse and other game, which have been strictly preserved. There is access by rail- way both from south and north to within a few miles of the estate. For further particulars apply to Messrs M'Clure, Naismith, and Brodie, 81, St Vincent- street, Glasgow. HUNTING QUARTERS, Buckingham— A COTTAGE, with good stabling for five horses, and a large yard with sheds, capable of being converted, at a trifling expense, into sta- bling for six or eight more horses ; with a good kitchen garden adjoin- ing, the whole walled in, quite quiet, and near the station, for SALE. Also, considerable premises and stable accommodation attached to, and to be sold with the public- honse, known as the Grand Junction Inn, in Buckingham. Buckingham is situated in the centre of three packs of hounds, the Duke of Graf roll's, the Bicester, and Mr Selby Lowndes's. Also within reach of many meets of Baron Rothschild's Staghounds.— For particulars of either property, apply to Messrs Hearn, Nelson, and Hearn, Buckingham. HUNTING BOX and FAMILY MANSION and LAND ( near Rugby and a Station on the Trent Valley Line).— To be LET for three years from Lady Day next, a FURNISHED FAMILY MANSION, wi h every necessary accommodation. Apply at the offices of Messrs W. and E. Harris, solicitors, Rugby, and 38, Lin- coln's Inn- fields, W. C. T\/ TAGNA CHARTA ISLAND, near Windsor, _ LTJL to be LET, FURNISHED, for six or twelve months, with im- mediate possession. The house contains three sitting- rooms, six bed- rooms, with convenient offices; and stabling for two or three horses. A mile and a half from a railway station. Apply to Messrs Haslam and Buckland. No. 89, Cannon- street West; and to Messrs Buckland and Son, auctioneers, Windsor. I^ ENTLEMEN requiring LIVE GAME for VJ turning down can obtain the same bv applying to HENRY FLAXMAN, Westgate- street, Ipswich. A tine lot of full- winged pheasants, English partridges, and fresh- caught hares on hand. Orders received for pheasanst' eggs, & c, in the season. WANTED, by a young man, a SITUATION as COACHMAN or GROOM. Understands the management of hunters; has ridden second horse; knows town well; good character, aged 25. Address W. S. Lewis, saddler. High street, Clapham, Surrey. XT/ WANTED a SITUATION as STUD- GROOM, f J or GROOM and COACHMAN; thoroughly understands the management of hunters, brood mares, and young stock; single, middle age; can be well recommended by last employer. Address, W. W., No. 6, Melton- street, Euston square, London. SITUATION WANTED as VALET to a single gentleman. Age 28, understands everything connected with a sporting gentleman, could take charge of horses, and would go abroad. Eighteen months' good character.— W. K., 5, Union- street, Hill- street, Berkelev- square. GAMEKEEPER— WANTS a SITUATION as GAMEKEEPER a married man, with children, thoroughly competent, and with an unexceptionable character from his late em- ployer. Apply to Walter J. Stanton, Esq, Stroud, Gloucestershire. GAMEKEEPER.— WANTED, by a single man, age 35, a SITUATION as above. Well understands the busi- ness. Has first- class references, one s> f eleven years from an earl, and another ( which he is yet retaining) of live. " Extra good" at pheasants, is a first- rate shot, and good dog breaker. Address T. H., Mr Addison's, bookseller, Tamworth. HEAD GAMEKEEPER, or Single- Handed.— A middle- aged " married man, who has had every experience from his vouth, will be in WANT of a PLACE at the end of March, or before. Will undertake to rear birds by hand for the coming season, or take charge of a shooting- box, where it is required to he kept neat, & c. Wife will take charge of poultry and cook for the gentlemen if required. Address to J. Hurst, gamekeeper, Hafodunos, Llanrwst. EIGHTY NEW HARNESSES ON SALE, of first- class make, style, and fashion, at half the price usually charged, ready for immediate use, without the trouble of ordering, consist- ingof pairs ofharness, all West End style, also single ditto, tandem har- ness, pony harnesses, covered harnesses, & c, & c, atBRY'ANT'SDepotfor New and'Second- liand Saddlery, 1, Chapel- place, Belgrave- square ( back of Sefton House). Established 30 years. Harness and saddles taken in exchange. HORSE CLOTHING, of superior kersey, at £ 2 15s a suit, consisting of quarter sheet, hood, deep breast, pad cloth, roller, and fillit string. Also superior suits, made of fawn rugging, at £ 2 5s each suit, with hoods complete— eighty suits alwaysready for use— at BRYANTS Depot for New and Second- hand Saddlery, 1, Chapel- place, Belgrave- square ( back of Sefton Honse). Established 30 years. HARNESS, SADDLES, AND HORSE- CLOTH- ING.— Deane and Co ( opening to the Monument), London Bridge, Established A. D. 1700, Wholesale and Retail Saddlers and Stable Out- fitters.— DEANE and Co manufacture on the premises, and sell the very best articles, at moderate prices. A due regard is paid to strength, fit, style, and suitability. Their varied stock consists of APRONS, bits, brushes, spurs, sponge, whips, sporting aiul horse- breaking tackle, chaff- cutters, oat- bruisers, enamelled mangers, racks, corn aud Hour bins, coach- lamps, and every requisite for the horse and stable. Port- manteaus, trunks, cases^ Jjags, & c. TO HORSE MASTERS— MARKWICK'S PATENT SPONGE CLOTH, sold wholesale at 13, Hanover- street, Long- acre, London, invaluable for swabs, or lining feet boots, and for sprains or bruises, acting as a poultice in hot applications, by its retention of heat, and in cold applications by its retention of mois- ture ; very economical, as it can be washed and re- used as often as required. Sold by all saddlers, price 2s 6d the square foot. HORSES PREVENTED CIUB BITING, BY using the IMPROVED ( 1881) PATENT GUTTA PERCHA STRAP, 18s. Horses broke, temperate, and easy mouthed, by gutta percha jockeys, with spring reins for exercising led horses, 6os. 2,200 in use. Hire 2s a week. Safety spring driving and riding reins, springs for traps, rollers, 2s^ fetlock, speedy, leg, and knee- boots.— BLACK- WELL'S, patentee, 259, Oxford- street. A breaking spring gag bridle, and martingale, to make horses carry their heads well. THE improved LADY'S SADDLE ( registered) ensures a much more secure and easy seat; it will fit any horse without hurting the back. To test its superiority over the old- fashioned saddle, it may be hired ; if purchased within one month, no charge for hire. Messrs LANGDON, saddlers, Duke- street, Manchester- square, London. Exhibition prizes for saddlery, London, 1851, Paris, 1855, Lon- don, 18t> 2. Also the self- acting noseband, to render pulling horses per- fectly easy to ride or drive; for driving 12s 6d, for riding 10s6d. HUNTING.— Gentlemen suffering from weakness and strains in the thigh, & c, should wear COL LOWTIIER'S HUNTING BAND, the only article that keeps its position during the most violent exertion. Descriptive circulars of many articles suited for persons who follow field sports and require support, post free. SPARKS and SON, Patent Truss and Surgical Bandage Maker, 28 Conduit- street, Regent- street, London, W. WHIPS7- GE07 SIMPSON and Co., whip t f manufacturers, 314, Oxford- street, W., London. A large as- sortment of the following GOODS always in stock :— Spurs, dog chains, couples, and collars, greyhound slips, whistles, ferret bells, dog bells, and muzzles, drinking flasks, sandwich cases, hunting and post horns, tourist kegs, bird calls, & c. Agents: All saddlers in every country town. THE ST PANCRAS IRON WORK COMPANY Old St Pancras- road, N. W., sole patentees and manufacturers of PATENT WROUGHT IRON STABLE FITTINGS. PATENT ECONOMIC HAY RACK. VARNEL'S PATENT MANGERS. PATENT COLLAR BAR IRON HURDLES. GATES, CONSERVATORIES, IRON WORK. Illustrated catalogues free. WORMS in DOGS— FARRANT'S justly celebrated SPECIFIC is speedy, safe, and effective, applicable to all kinds of dogs.— Testimonial from J. S. Bland, Esq, of coursing celebrity, Worton Hall, Isleworth, W.:—'' Having used your worm powders for some time past with great success, I can strongly recom- mend them, never having found any so good before." Free by post of the proprietor, J. G. Farrant, Brentford, W., in packets Is and 2s each; wholesale, of Barclay and Sons, Farringdon- street, E. C. UNDER ROYAL PATRONAGE. T> ACKHAM'S DISTEMPER BALLS for DOGS. JEYI — Are a certain CURE for DISTEMPER in all kinds of Dogs. No matter at what stage, recovery is sure. Sold in boxes ( prepared to keep in any climate), with plain directions for treatment, diet, manage- ment, & c, 5s each, post free, 5s 2d ; or a box containing five 5s boxes for £ 1, post free from the proprietors, Rackham and Co, analytical che- mists, No. 2, St. Peter's- court, Norwich.— N. B. Upwards of 2,000 testi- monials have been received and published. Stamps may be sent for small amounts. London agents, Barclay and Sons, and for Ireland, Mr William Whyte, 4, Marlborough- street, Dublin. I\ 7DRMS in DOGS.— NALDIRE'S WORM T T POWDERS for dogs are the original, having been before the public for the last 10 years. They are acknowledged by all keepers of dogs to be the only safe and effectual remedy. To be had of the pro- prietor, 12, Victoria- road, Clapham, Surrey; or of his agents, Barclay and Sons, Farringdon- street, London ; or Mr Whyte, 4, Marlborough- street, Dublin; in packets 2s, 3s fid, and 5s each. " GENTLEMAN wishes to DISPOSE of ONE A SINGLE- BARRELLED 3- GROVE RIFLE, and ONE SINGLE- BARRELLED PIGEON or DUCK GUN. The above are both by one of the first London make's, fitted in double oak case, with cleaning rods, & c. Very little used. Cost about 4< i guineas, and will be sold to an immediate buyer for 12 guineas. Can be seen in London. Address, Mr Norton, London News Rooms. 153, Cheapside. GUNS and RIFLES ( second hand), all sorts and prices.— WHISTLER'S, 11, Strand. Anything taken in swap. SALMON and TROUT FISHING.— C. FARLOW, manufacturer, 191, Strand, near Temple Bar, invites anglers to inspect his large and varied STOCK of su jerior seasoned SALMON, TROUT, and SPINNING RODS, salmon, lake, and trout Hies, improved reels and lines. Artificial baits In every variety. Superior stout salmon and extra fine silkworm gut. Flics dressed to pattern, and sent by post. Rods repaired and made to order. Catalogues gratis. Sole agent in London for Phillips's Dublin hooks and Brown's phantom minnows. P OP in YrOUR LEFT.- BOXING GLOVES ( warranted hair), 7s 6d the set; best do, 10s; basket stick, 9d ; best foil, 3s 63 ; mask, 3s 6d ; fencing glove ,'. 2s : jacket, 12s ; riding whips, from 5s ; hunting do, 4s. Largest stock in London.— C. ARM- STRONG ( late Cheek), 174, Oxford- street, near Duke- street. Catalogues gratis. FOXES, PHEASANTS, AND WATER FOWL. — For SALE, at CASTANG'S, Leadenhall Market, GOLD PHEASANTS. China ring neck and Bohemian pheasants; also white swans, all at 3 guineas per pair; silver pheasants, £ 2 10s a pair; Cana- dian geese, also white fronted geese, at 1 guinea a pair; a quantity of full wing pheasants; also a few brace of fresh foxes. Orders received for cub foxes. & c; pheasants' eggs in the season. POULTRY, & c.— Every variety of Dorking, Spanish, Crevecoeur, La Fleche, Cochin, P. ramah Pootra, Ham- burgh, game, Malay, bantam, and other fowls. Turkeys, geese, ducks, and ornamental waterfowl. Gold, silver, and common pheasants. Californian quails. Pigeons of all varieties. Long- eared, silver- greys, and other rabbits. Foreign, aviary, and cage birds. Animals, & c, sup- plied at moderate prices by JACKMAN and DECBOIX, importers, 36, Great St Andrew- street, Broad- street, Bloomsbury. PIPING BULLFINCHES.— Just arrived, a first- rate lot from Germany, whistling from one to three tunes; Ger- man and Belgian canaries, extra good quality ; budrigars, 20s per pair; grey and green parrots, & c. Cages and aviaries of every description. Bri- tish and foreign ferns, immense variety. Fern cases and aquariums. & c.— R. GREEN. 154, Kingaland road, and the Bedford Conservatories, Covent- garden Market. Entrance— Centre avenue only. WANTED a SITUATION as GAMEKEEPER, by one who well understands the business in all its branches; is a good hand at rearing birds, and is well accustomed to the phea- santry. 5J years' good character. Apply George Denbv, Marstsn, Grantham. WANTED an experienced person who can un- dertake the BREAKING of some valuable POINTERS and SETTERS. Apply to Mr Lang, gunmaker, Cockspur- street, London, giving full particulars of previous experience and present occupation. W^ HITE and SOUND TEETH are indispen- t T sable to personal attraction, and to health and longevity by the proper mastication of food. ROWLANDS' ODONTO, or Pearl Den- tifrice, compounded of Oriental Ingredients, is of inestimable value in preserving and beautifying the teeth, strengthening the gums, and in giving a pleasing fragance to the breath. It eradicates tartar from the teeth, removes spots of incipient decay, and polishes and preserves the enamel, to which it imparts a pearl- like whiteness. Price 2s 9d per box. Sold bv chemists and perfumers. Ask for " Rowlands'Odonto." Sixty- fourth Edition, by post two stamps, NERVOUS DEBILITY ; its Causes and Cure.— A guide to the cure of nervousness, low spirits, loss of nervous power, and Indigestion. Illustrated with cases in proof of the author' 8 successful treatment. By Dr SMITH. The book will be sent post free direct from the author's residence 8, Burton- crescent, London, W. C. Incorporated with Limited Liability under " The Companies' Act, ! 1862," the liability of the shareholders being expressly limited to the amount of their shares. Capital £ 50,000, in 10,000 shares of £ 5 each. Deposit 10s per share on application, and £ 1 10s on allotment. Calls of £ 1 per share at inter- vals of not less than three calendar months. DIRECTORS. John Eldi- id. Esq ( Messrs John Eldrid and Co), 21, Fore street, E. C. Thomas B. Muggeridge, Esq, Corn Exchange, Mark- lane, E. C. Henry G. Nevvbon, Esq, Elms House, Hammersmith, W. Thomas Hill, Esq, Hampton House, Warley, Essex. William Carv Williams. Esq, merchant, Old- street- road, E. C. It is proposed that the number of directors be increased to seven, but the remaining seats at the board have Been pnrposely left open, in order that the shareholders may have a voice in the election. BANKERS: The Metropolitan and Provincial Bank. Cornhill, E. C. SOLICITORS: Messrs Preston and Dorman, 13, Gresham- street, E. C. AUDITORS: C. F. Kemp. Esq ( Messrs C. F. Kemp, Ford, aud Co.), 7, Gresham- street, E. C.; James Holah, Esq, 7, Lothbury, E. C. BROKERS : Messrs Scott and Silvester, 7, Lothbury, E. C. AUCTIONEER : Mr S. Tattersall. SECRETARY : W. Daniel, Esq. TEMPORARY OFFICES OF THE COMPANY : 25, Poultry, E. C. This Company is formed for the following objects:— lst, The purchasing of the newly- erected premises known as the Holborn Horse and Carriage Repository, and enlarging and im- proving the same by the purchase or renting of adjoining property. 2d. To carry on business by the sale of horses, dogs, carriages, har- ness, and other similar property, by auction or on commission. 3d. To fit up, open, rent, or build a suitable establishment as a Turf Subscription Room upon terms to be agreed by the directors. The necessity for such a Repository upon a large scale has become matter of notoriety, and it is daily becoming more apparent that some means must, be taken to give increased facility for the sale of horses, dogs, carriages, harness, and saddlery, as it is an undoubted fact, that ( luring six months of the year, it is necessary for persons having horses for sale at the existing establishments to make applications for stalls at least a month or six weeks previous to an intended sale, to the very great inconvenience of those who may wish to dispose of their hsrses promptly. The enormous business and successful operations of the few reposi- tories in London ( withonly private capital employed) afford the strongest grounds for the belief that a well- conducted company, with an ample capital, carried out with skill and enterprise, cannot fail to ensure a large and profitable business, resulting in a handsome dividend to the shareholders. The situation of the Repository, within half a mile of the Central Railway Station in Farrinndon- street, will afford peculiar facilities for the sale arrival and removal of horses and carriages from and to every part of the country, and will obviate the existing danger and inconve- nience in conveying valuable animals to a distance through the crowded streets of London. The company propose to make advances on property sent in for abso- lute sale, and " the vendors of all lots sold without warranty may re- ceive the proceeds the day after the sale. The company also propose keeping a registry for sales by private treaty. It is confidently anticipated, as the result of careful calculation by persons of experience, that when the advantages of the establishment become fully known, a profit to the shareholders may be realised of from 20 to 30 i> er cent. The shares of tbe company have been fixed at the low amount of £ 5 per share ( of which the directors are of opinion that no more than £ 3 per share will ever be required to be called up), in order that the shares may be taken up by as great a number of persons as possible, and thus at once to ensure a large business connection to the company. Applications for shares must be made in the annexed iorm, and a deposit of 10s per share must he paid to the company's bankers, or to the secretary, for which a receipt, will be given. Prospectuses and forms of application for shares may be obtained at the temp# rary offices of the company, or of the brokers. FORM OF APPLICATION FOR SHARES. ( When filled up to be lodged, with 10s per share, at the company's bankers, or with the secretary.) TO THE DIRECTORS OF THE WEST CENTRAL IIORSE AND CARRIAGE REPO- SITORY ( LIMITED). GENTLEMEN : Having paid into the hands of your bankers ( or secre- tary) the sum of £ , I hereby request you will allot me shares of £ 5 each in the above company ; and I hereby under- take to accept the same or any smaller number which may be allotted to me, and to pay the further sum of £ on allotment, and the remaining calls when they become due, and to be registered as a shareholder in the company, in conformity with the memorandum and articles of association. Name in full Profession or business Address Usual signature Dated this day of , 186 . THE INNS of COURT HOTEL COMPANY ( Limited). Capital. £ 100,000, in 10,000 shares of £ 10 each. Deposit, 10s per share on application, and 10s per share on allot- ment. Calls not to exceed £ 1 per share, at intervals of not less than two months, but five per cent interest will be allowed on all payments in advance of calls. DIRECTORS. CHAIRMAN: E. W. COX, Esq., J. P., Recorder of Falmouth andllel- stone, 36, Russell- square, London; and Moat Mount, Hlghwood, Mid- dlesex. John Jackson Blandy, Esq., Town Clerk of Reading, and Under- Sheriff of the county of Berks, Director of the Solicitors and General Life Assurance Society. G. F. Fox, Esq., Bristol, Director of the Law Property and Life Assur- ance Society. Henry Hawes Fox, Esq., 68, Queen's- gardens, Hyde Park, Director of the Brighton, Uckfield, and Tollbridge Wells Railway Company. George F. Gwyn, Esq., Hammersmith, Chairman of the Davewtry Rail- way Company. A. Staveley Hill, Esq., barrister- at- law, D. C. L., 3, Garden- court, Temple. E. C. John Benjamin Nevill, Esq., 15, Westbourne Park, W. James Hicks Smith, Esq., barrister- at- law, 9, Sergeant's Inn, Fleet- street, E. C., and the Dawecroft, Brewood, near Stafford. Thomas Staunten, Esq., 11, Porchester- square, Bavswater. F. Svmons, Esq, merchant, 11, Water- lane, Tower street. J. R. Worcester, Esq.. merchant, Lawrence Pountney- lane, and Lewis- ham Park ( late of Calcutta). I. Wright, Esq., Bradford, Director of the Bradford, Wakefield, and Leeds Railway Company. SOLICITORS : Messrs. Druce and Co., 53, Victoria- street, Westminster, S. W.; 11. C. Eliott, Esq., 6!), Lincoln's Inn- fields, W. C. BANKERS: Bank of London, Threadneedle- street, City, London; Messrs. Hallett, Ommanney, and Co., Great George- street, Westminster, London; Bank of Manchester, Manchester; Messrs. Beckett and Co., Leeds. This company is formed for the purpose of erecting an hotel on a magnificent scale, with all the modern improvements, on the site of the George and Blue Boar Inn, Holborn, with a frontage also in Lincoln's Inn- fields, to be called the Inns of Court and Great Central Hotel. Applieationsjfor shares may be made in the usual form, accompanied with a deposit of 10s. per share, and prospectuses, and all other informa- tion may be had at the temporary offices of the company, 73, Cheap- side, E. G., where the plans as well as the articles of association may be Inspected. THOMAS WAITE, Secretary ( pro tem). MR JOSEPH MAJOR and the ORIENTAL BATH COMPANY, Victoria- street, Westminster.— Mr MAJOR, the eminent veterinary surgeon, of 5, Park- lane, Piccadilly, has been APPOINTED to the Turkish Baths for the treatment of horses, cattle, dogs, & c, in connection with VETERINARY PRACTICE. He can be CONSULTED DAILY at the baths, as also at Park- lane, where the great success of his treatment may be witnessed and explained.— JOHN HAYNES, Secretary. MONEY to any amount immediately AD- VANCED, on the personal security of gentlemen of property, heirs to entailed estates, & c, at a moderate rate of interest. Also on reversions, life estates, legacies, & c, derived under wills or settlements, at from 4 to 5 per cent interest. Reversions purchased. Apply ( confi- dentially) to Mr Lawrence, solicitor, 5, Waterloo- place, Pall Mall. M ONEY WITHOUT SURETIES.- NATIONAL DISCOUNT and LOAN FUND, 9, Adam- street, Adelphi, Strand, London. Loans from£ 5 to £ 200 Without sureties. at extra risk premium. Loans from £ 5 to £ 500 with sureties. Bills discounted. Money advanced on bills of sale. Loans advanced in full, without de- duction for interest or expenses. Forms on application ( 2d) or by post. Office hours from 10 to 4.— G. Lawrence, Manager. ^ jyjONEY.— MONEY ADVANCED at a few hours' notice, on the most advantageous terms, to noblemen, officers in the army, heirs to entailed estates, and gentlemen of pro- perty, on their personal security, also on security of reversions to landed estates, at 5 per cent, payment of which may be deferred until possession, on application to Mr Dicker, 10, Craig's- court, Charlng- cross, S. W. " jVrONEY".— Mr Robert Morris, Army Agent, & c, XT_ 1_ 30, Sackville- street, Piccadilly.— Officers in the army and others requiring immediate ADVANCES upon their notes of hand or other securities can be accommodated on the shortest possible notice at a moderate rate of interest. All securities deposited with Mr Morris are strictly confidential, not being negotiated. N. B. At home all hours. Letters punctually attended to. MONEY promptly ADVANCED at 4 to 5 per cent, on the security of gentlemen of property, heirs to entailed estates, & c; payment of principal and interest may be deferred until possession of property is acquired; also on reversions to landed estates In Scotland and Ireland, money in the funds, and life interests. Oxford and Cambridge men accommodated. Apply ( confidentially) to Mr Graham, 8, Duke- street, St James's, London. MONEY.— Noblemen, gentlemen of property, heirs to entailed estates, officers on full pay, and other respon- sible parties can be; immediately accommodated with money on their notes of hand only. Several sums to be advanced upon freehold and leasehold security, reversions, life interests, or legacies, at 5 per cent interest. Apply confidentially to Mr Robinson, 18, Air street, Picca- dilly, W. MONEY.— Noblemen, gentlemen, and officers in the army can be ImmediatelyACCOMMODATED with CASH on their own security. Parties applying will be treated by the prin- cipals, and they may rely that their securities are sot re- negotiated. All transactions strictly private and confidential, and bankers' references furnished if required.— Thornton and Co, 17, Old Burlington- street, Bond- street. Office hours, 1 to 5 dally. i\/| ONEY.—£ 20,000.— Officers in the Army and IT. I. others.— Immediate ADVANCES, with secrecy, by a private gentleman, upon notes of hand, life interests, reversions", legacies, land, houses, or other property. Interest, £ 5 per cent. Address, Y. 8., 5, Charing- cross. MONEY ADVANCED on bills, promissory notes, or post obit bonds, and on reversionary property de- rived under will or settlement, at 5 per cent, the payment of which may be postponed for any period. Advances also made on the personal guarantee of noblemen or gentlemen, heirs to entailed estates, military officers, & c, without publicity or delay. Loans raised at an exorbitant rate paid off, and further advances made. Address, Mr Morris, soli- citor, 11, Beaufort- buildings, Strand. MONEY to LEND upon the personal securities of noblemen and gentlemen; also upon reversionary interests, life estate, settlements, debentures, shares, and by mortgage upon real estates. Apply by letter or personally to H. B. C., 42, Gower- street, Bedford- square, W. C. At home from 2 till 4 p. m. EXTRAORDINARY CURE of A COUGH.— The following letter has been addressed to Mr Powell, from Wm. Boards, Esq, an extensive agriculturist and land agent, residing at Ed- monton, Middlesex :— " Nightingale Hall, Edmonton. " Dear Sir : I have recently suffered much from a most violent cough, proceeding from a tickling in my chest, which no remedy, out of many I resorted to, could allay. My head was constantly aching, and my whole frame entirely shaken. Having seen the good effects of your Balsam of Aniseed in several membera of my family, I purchased a small bottle, and when going to bed at night took a teaspoonful in two table spoonfuls of water just warm. The effect was immediate; it arrested the tickling in my chest, I slept well, and arose perfectly re- stored in the morning, with the exception of debility, arising from fatigue by incessant coughing for some days previous." My cough en- tirely left me, and has never returned. Having since heard of a lady in the neighbourhood who for a long time had laboured under a most " dis- tressing cough, and who had resorted to every remedy within her know- ledge, I sent the remainder of the bottle to her; and that long- standing, obstinate and ( as she thought) incurable cough was perfectly cured. You are at perfect liberty to make what use you may please of this communi- cation.— I am, dear sir, yours very trulv, " Wm. Boards. " To Mr Thos. Powell." POWELL'S BALSAM of ANISEED ( established nearly half a century). In asthmas, chronic coughs, difficulty of breathing, & c, no pen can describe the wonders that liave been performed by this invalu- able medicine. Prepared by Thomas Powell, at his laboratory. No. 16, Blackfriars- road, London, near the bridge ; and sold by all chemists and medicine- vendors throughout the United Kingdom, and at several of the princi- pal cities of Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the Colonies geuerally. Caution.— Observe the words, " Thomas Powell, Blackfriars- road," on the Government stamp affixed to each bottle, without which it cannot be genuine. In bottles only, at Is ljd, 2s 3d, and Us each. Ask for Powell's Balsam of Aniseed. THE BLOOD PURIFIER.— So effectually does the Old Dr JACOB TOWNSEND'S SARSAPARILLA act upon the blood, that it is known as the " Blood Purifier." For skin diseases, nervous debility, indigestion, scrofula, it is the best medicine known, and those who have taken mercurial preparations should use it freely. Sold by all druggists. Chief depot, 131, Fleet- street. Let no other sar- saparilla be pushed on you. This sarsaparilla is used throughout the civilised world. DINNEFORD'S PURE FLUlD MAGNESIA, long known as an excellent remedy for acidity of the stomach, heartburn, headache, gout, and indigestion, and as a mild aperient for delicate constitutions ( more especially for ladies and children) is pre- pared only by Dinneford and Co, 172, New Bond- street, London ; and Bold by all respectable chemists throughout the world. DR RICORD'S ESSENCE of LIFE restores health and strength to the most shattered constitutions in four weeks. Failure is impossible. Its effects are permanent. No consul- tation necessary. Sold in cases, with full instructions, at lis., or four quantities for 33s. Sent anywhere, carefully packed, on receipt of re- mittance or stamps.— Sole agents in London, Prout and Co., 229, Strand, near Temple Bar, London. Entered at Stationers' Hall. RUPTURES.— WHITE'S MOC- MAIN PATENT LEVER TRUSS ( perfected and exhibited in the Ex- hibitions, 1851 and 1862), is allowed by 500 medical men to be the best for hernia. It consists of an elastic pad, to which a lever Is attached, and ( instead of the usual steel spring) a soft band, fitting so closely as to avoid detection. A descriptive circular may be had, and the truss forwarded by post, on the circumference of the body, two inches below the hips, being sent to the manufacturer, John White, 228, Piccadilly. THE SILENT FRIEND on MARRIAGE, 190 pages, illustrated with 100 engravings, price Is, post free 14 stamps, sealed 20, containing prescription of preventive lotion. Make this invaluable work your guide * ind adviser for self cure in all cases of secrecy, resulting from the errors or excesses of youth, or from in- fection, loss of natural power and vigour. Address Messrs Perry and Co, surgeons, 19, Berners- street, Oxford- street, London, W. Con- sultations daily, 11 till 2, and from 5 till 8. Sunday 11 till 1 o'clock. £ 10 REWARD.— STRAY^ EI), in the neighbour- hood of Roehnmpton, on Sunday, the 8th of February, 1863, a BLACK RETRIEVER DOG, rather old and deaf, with white under the chin, and a white patch between the fore- legs. Anv one finding the same will receive the above reward by applying to" Philip Castang, dealer in live game, Leadenhall . Market. 9th February, 1863. LILLY WHITE'S GUIDE 10 CRICKETERS. WINTER EDITION. 1863.— In consequence of the increase of this popular game, the PUBLICATION of the Guide has been DE- LAYED until the 21st of this month. Price, Is fid ; post free, Is 7d.— Fred. Lillywhite, the Oval, Kenningt^ n. Surrey, London, S.; and Kent and Co, Paternoster- row. Two vols ot the " large work" are now ready. TjMSH CULTURE.— A PRACTICAL GUIDE to the MODERN SYSTEM of BREEDING and REARING FISH. By FRANCIS FRANCIS. With numerous illustrations. Post 8vo, cloth, 5s. London: Routledge, Warne, and Routledge, Farringdon- street. Now ready, in one volume, post 8vo, with about ninety illustrations on copper and wood, including upwards of fifty new in this edition, price 12s6d, cloth, THE SAILING BOAT: a treatise on English and foreign boats, descriptive of the various forms of boats and sails of every nation, with practical directions for sailing, management, & c. By H. C. FOLKARD, author of " The Wild Fowler," & c. Third edition, considerably enlarged. London: Longman, Green, and Co, 14, Ludgate- hlll. STONEHENGE'S WORKS ON THE DOG AND THE GREYHOUND. In l vol, with about 70 Illustrations on Wood, price 15s, THE DOG in HEALTH and DISEASE ; com- prising the various Modes of Breaking and Using him for Hunt- ing, Coursing, Shooting. & c, and including the Points or Characteristics of Toy Dogs. By STONEHENGE. Bv the same author, uniformly illustrated, price 21s, THE GREYHOUND; a Treatise oii Breeding, Rearing, Training, Treatment in Disease, & c, London : Longman, Green, and Co, 14, Ludgate- hlll. Now ready, winter edition, 1862- 3, price 2s 6d, by post. 2s 8d, BAILY'S TURF GUIDE, containing all the Nominations for 1863 indexed; a complete Calendar ef Races and Steeple Chases In Great Britain and Ireland; a return of all races and Bteeple chases in France, Belgium, and Baden- Baden; sales of blood stock, colours of riders, & c. " Messrs Baily have issued their ' Turf Guide,' which is superior to ' Ruff' in its best day."— Daily Telegraph. London: A. II. Baily and Co., Cornhill. Gilt edges, price 2s 6d, by post 2s 8d, TTFTHO'S WHO in 1863 P The 15th Annual T • Edition. Peerage. Baronetage, Knightage, Parliamentary Guide, Dignitaries of the Church, Judges, & c. The most useful and cheapest book of reference published. London: Baily and Co., Cornhill. On Monday n « xt will be published the volume of the TRACING CALENDAR. 1863— containing the JL& i races to come, and including the nominations, handicaps, and acceptances up to the latest period, with a complete index to the en- gagements of every linrse, the rules of racing. & c, and also a guide to the usual time of naming for all the principal stakes in England. By C., J., and E. WEATHERBY. Sold at tho publishers' office, 6, Old Burlington- street, London, and by all booksellers Price 8s bound in calf, 8s 6d post- free to all parts of the United Kingdom. THE RACING CALENDAR is published by subscription, commencing on the lst of January. The first number of the Sheet Calendar appears early in January, and contains the entries for the stakes closing on the first Tuesday in that month ; the book containing the races to come, early in February ; and the book containing the races past, as soon as possible after the conclu- sion of the racing season. Terms of subscription, payable in advance: For the Sheet Calendars and both Books £ 1 15 0 For the Sheet Calendars only 15 0 Price of each volume to non- subscribers 0 8 0 THE~ IvACING SEASON — INTERESTING WORKS BY JOHN MILLS, AUTHOR OF " THE OLD ENGLISH GENTLEMEN." & c. Now ready, uniform with the " Life of a Racehorse." illustrated by Hablot K. Brown, crown 8vo. cloth gilt, 2s 6d, STABLE SECRETS; or, Pa% Doddles, his Say- ings and Sympathies. " The tricks of the Turf are well exposed in this interesting volume." Also ready, crown 8vo, price 2s 6d, cloth gilt, with Illustrations by Hablot K. Brown, The LIFE of a RACEHORSE. Six Illustrations by John Leech, The FLYERS of the HUNT. Crown 8vo, cloth gilt, 3s 6d; coloured plates, gilt edges, 5s. With Six Illustrations by John Leech, The LIFE of a FOXHOUND. Cloth gilt, 5s. London: Ward and Lock, 158, Fleet- street. THE KING and MACE BATTLE containing about 300 genuine portraits of all the most celebrated pugilists, pedetrians, and scullers, together with their backers; also the editors and reporters of the sporting press. Framing size 32 bv 23 nches; price, 10s 6d, or fully coloured 21s, carriage free. Subscriptions hould be forwarded at once to ensure early impressions, which will be issued on or about the 24th inst.. every copy being stamped and nubered to insure strict supply in order of subscription. London: Geo. Nevvbold. 303 and 304, Strand, W. C. THE USEFUL WEATHER GUIDE for FARMERS, GARDENERS, SAILORS, & c— Now ready, printed on good paper. One dozen copies sent free by post on receipt of id stamp, addressed to T. Roberts and Co, 8, Crane- court, Fleet- street, London. BOW BELLS .'— This extraordinary new and cheap periodical is published every Wednesday. No I. ( of which upwards of half a million'have been sold) is still on sale, every purchaser of which is entitled to RECEIVE GRATIS the fine engravings of the PRINCE of WALES and PRINCESS ALEXANDRA. Weekly, 14. Monthly, 5d; post free, seven stamps. Parts I. and II. now publishing. Remit two postage stamps for No. I. and the picture. London : 25, Wellington- street, Strand. /^ REAT REDUCTION in first- class HOTEL * J CHARGES.— The BRUNSWICK, Jermyn- street, St James's. Families and gentlemen having occasion to visit London between the present period and the lst of May, 1863, will find at the above establish- ment all the comforts of a home, at one half the season charges.— Sep- tember 1, 1862. VISITORS to LONDON will find the NEW OPERA HOTEL, Bow- street, Covent- garden, opposite the Royal Italian Opera, the cheapest house in London. Breakfast from Is, lunch Is, dinners Is 6d, suppers Is, beds from Is 6d. Public and private billiard rooms. A good smoking- room, and ladies' coffee- room. A porter up all night.— W. NOAKES, proprietor. Wine V^ INES.— MOXON and CLEMENT, T T Merchants, 30, Great St Helens, Bishopsgate- street, E. C., beg to call attention to their WINES as under, quoted at the lowest cash prices:— "" Burgundy 24s, 30s, 36s Do 63s to 84s Hock 21s, 32s, 48s Do, sparkling 42s to 54s Moselle 36s to 42s Do, sparkling 42s to 54s Champagne 36s, 42s, 48s Do 54s to 72s Fine spirits of all kinds. Exshaw's No. 1 Champagne Brandy, same as sent to Iudia, at 80s per dozen case. Carriage paid to the nearest railway station. Sherry f 24s, 30s, 36s, snerry \ 42s to 60s Port, from the wood.. 36s, 40s, 44s Do, old crusted .... 48s to 72s Do, choice, 1844 .... 84s Claret, Exshaw's .... j18^ 243' 36s. Do, do, first growths 84s to 105s SA U C E.— L E A and PERKINS' WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE. Pronounced by connoisseurs " The only good sauce." None genuine without name on wrapper, label, bottle, and stopper. Sold by CROSSE and BLACKWELL, Barclay and Sons, and grocers and oilmen universally. rTURTLE— M'CALL'S WEST INDIA, superior JL quality, prepared by new process. Flavour unsurpassed. Real turtle soup, quarts, 10s 6d; pints, 5s 6d; half- pints, 3s. Callipash aud callipee, 10s fid per pound. Sold by leading oil and Italian warehouse- men, wholesale chemists, and others. J. M'Call and Co, provision stores, 137, Houndsditch, N. E.—*** Prize medal for Patent Process of Preserving Provisions, without overcooking, whereby freshness and flavour is retained. " i^ OSSIP on DRESS ; » or, Haitian Hours VI* Amusement for our Friends and Constituents. OPINIONS OF Till. PRESS. " It is not filled, as common- place professional houses might have tried to fill it, with such literary or intellectual remarks alone as am be brought round to end in professional assertion of the superior merits of Messrs Moses. Occasionally, it is true, the great and undoubted supe- riority of that distinguished firm breaks through the literary veil : but it is rather as if thejr superiority was a matter of course", which the essayist took so thoroughly for granted, that without any effort on his part, his conviction must now and then dawn through " his writing."— London Review, Jan 17. leS3. " The reader will think it a very entertaining and instructive work, and would little imagine that it partook of the character of an advertise- ment."— Court Circular, Jan 10, 1863. " This brochure is really what it says,' Half- an Hour's Amusement'— the author might have added—' and instruction.' We declare we have read every word of it, and that, too, to edification."— Penny Newsman, Jan 11, 1863. To be had, Gratis, of E. MOSES and SON, Ready- made and Bespoke Tailors, Habit Makers, Woollen Drapers, Hatters, Hosiers, Boot and Shoe Makers, and General Outfitters. London Houses: CITY ESTABLISHMENT. 154, 155,156, 157, Minories; 83, 84. 85, 86, 87, 88, and 89, Aldgate. OXFORD- STREET BRANCH. 506, 507, 508, New Oxford- street; 1, 2, 3, Hart- street. TOTTENHAM COURT- ROAD BRANCH. 137,138, Tottenham Court- road; 283, Euston- road. Country Establishments: Sheffield and Bradford, Yorkshire. CAUTION !— Mr MILES and his world- famed SIXTEEN SHILLING WINTER TROUSERS, to be had only at his well- known establishment, 68, New Bond- street, W. Frock, dress, and morning coats from 50s, scarlet hunting coats from £ 3 10s, breeches from 30s, riding habits, liveries, & c. Mr Miles has not re- moved, and isnot connected with any person advertising in his name. IN D 1A O UTFIT S.— THRESHER and GLENNY, next door to Somerset House, Strand, forward ( on ap- plication) lists of the necessary outfits for every appointment, with prices of each article.— N. B. Three prize medals awarded for Thresher's Cashmere flannel shirts, India gauze waistcoats, and India tweed suits, which can only be procured at this establishment. 152, strand. SHIRTS.— Ford's Eureka Shirts.— Gentlemen desirous of wearing a perfect fitting shirt are solicited to trv FORD'S EUREKAS.—" The most unique and only perfect fitting shirt made."— Observer. Six for 30s; very superior, six for 36s; verv best, six for 45s. BOYS' EUREKA SHIRTS, fine quality, at six for 22s 6d, 25s 6d, and 28s 6d. Illustrated catalogues post free. R. FORD andCo, Patentees, 38, Poultry, London, E. C. w ANTED, LEFT- OFF CLOTHES.— Ladies and gentlemen will be waited on at any time, and have the highest price given in cash for LEFT- OFF CLOTHES of all descriptions, naval and military uniforms, court suits, boots, books, jewellery, and all miscellaneous property, by addressing to Mr or Mrs G. HYAMS, clothiers, 10, Beak- street, Regent- street, W.; or parcels being sent, the utmost value in cash immediately remitted. Established 1820. WANTED LEFT- OFF CLOTHES, regimentals, old jewellery, books, and miscellaneous property of every de- scription, for which gentlemen will find the best possible prices given in ready cash, and will be waited on at any time, on addressing, prepaid, to JAMES HUTCHINSON, 25, Red Lion- square, Holborn, W. C. Esta- blished in Dean- street, 1840. Parcels from the country, the full value immediately remitted by Post Office order. w ANTED CLOTHES.— Messrs Davies and Co.— Mr or Mrs DAVIES, 2, Crawford- street, Baker- street, W., will attend on ladies and gentlemen at any time, and give the full value . for LEFT OFF CLOTHES, regimentals, guns, pistols, furniture, & c, of every description.— N. B. Old gold and silver, diamonds, jewel- lery, china, old lace, and curiosities purchased, or parcels being sent, P O. orders remitted the same day. Established 1800. tl UNS, revolvers, swards, uniforms, clothes, sad- W dlery, harness, household furniture, antique articles, china, lace, gold, silver, jewellery, diamonds, pearls, and all kinds of articles, PUR- CHASED for cash by Messrs PHILLIPS, 81, Thayer- street, Manches- ter- square, London, W. Parties waited on at their own residences. Parcels from any part of the kingdom. The full value sent per return. Established 1820. Ready money only. PARR'S LIFE PILLS act as a warm and balsamic aperient, removing, without the slightest pain or incon- venience, all obstructions, and restore the whole system to a state of health and comfort. Persons who are suffering from headache or indi- gestion, arising from constitutional inaction, biliary derangement, or over- indulgence at the table, are particularly recommended to try Parr's Pills. They have never been known to fail in affording immediate relief. May be obtained of any medicine vendor, in boxes is ljd, 2s 9d, and in family packets lis each. COCKLE'S ANT1BILIOUS and FAMILY APERIENT PILLS.- These PILLS are composed of the mildest vegetable aperients, with the pure extract of the flowers of the camo- mile, and combining aromatic and tonic properties, will be found the best remedy forindigestion, bilious attacks, sick headache, acidity, or heartburn, flatulency, spasms, & c. Prepared only by JAMES COCKLE, 18, New Ormond- street; and to be had of all medicine vendors, in boxes, at Is ljd, 2s 9d, 4s fid, and lis. GOUT and RHEUMATISM.— The excruciating pain of gout or rheumatism is quickly relieved and cured in a few days bv that celebrated medicine, BLAIR'S GOUT and RHEU- MATIC PILLS. They require no restraint of diet or confinement during their use, and are certain to prevent the disease attacking any vital part. Sold at Is. ijd. and 2s. 9d. per box by all medicine vendors, and at 229, Strand, London. Dr Curtis on Marriage, Nervous Debility, Spermatorrhea, & c, with plates. Post free by the author, 12 stamps: sealed ends 20. " 1VTANHOOD: the Cause and Cure of Prema- i. TJL ture Decline in Man, with Plain Directions for Perfect Resto- ration to Health and Vigour, being a Medical Essay on the Treatment of Nervous and Physical Debility originating in youthful errors and excess; the Cure of Infectious Diseases without Mercury, and their Prevention by the Author's Prescription of his infallible* Lotion the result of twenty- five years successful practice. By Dr J. L. CURTIS, 15, Albemarle- street, Piccadilly, London. " We feel no hesitation in saying there is no member of society by whom the book will not be found useful, whether such person hold the relation of a parent, preceptor, or clergyman."— Sun. " This work should be read by young and old."— U. Service Gazette, Sold also by Mann, 39, Cornnlll. At home from 10 to 3,6 to 8. GREAT EASTERN RAILWAY.— Newmarket Steeple Chases, February 19 and 20, 1863.— RETURN TICKETS at the ordinary return ticket fares, issued to NEWMARKET from all stations which ordinarily book to Newmarket, on Wednesday, Thurs- day, and Friday, 18th, l » th, and 20th February, will be available for the return journey up to, and including, Saturday, 21st. Trains run between London and Newmarket as under :— FROM LONDON. Due in Newmarketv 6: 27 a. m., 1st, 2d, and 3d class 10: 4$ a. m. \ 8: o a. m., lst and 2d class 10: 48 a. m. '• 10: 57 a. m., lst and second class 2: 2 p. m. 5: 0 p. m., lst and 2d class ( express 7: 30 p. m. FROM NEWMARKET. te^ v Due in London. 8: 25 a. m., lst and 2d class ( express) 11: 0 a. m. 8.^ 5 a. m., lst, 2d, aud 3d class 12: 45 p. m. 1^: 20 p. m., lst and 24 class 3: 40 p. m. 4: 25 p. m., lst and 2d class 7: 45 p. m. On Thursday and Friday, 19th and 20th Feb, a SPECIAL TRAIN, first and second class, will leave London for Newmarket at 8: 55 a. m., and returning from Newmarket to London at 6: 0 p. m. By order, J. B. O >\ EN, Secretary. London, February 10,1863. REDUCTION OF FARES BETWEEN LONDON and WORTHING, Eastbourne, Arundel, Brighton, and other main and branch line stations on the Lwndon, Brighton, and South Coast Railway. A reduced scale of first and second class rates will come into operation on the lst instant, for which see the February time tallies. The fares from or to Victoria or London Bridge, and all stations south of Norwood Junction, are the same, and return tickets issued from or to one of these termini are available at the other without extra payment. The charge for annual and season tickets to New Cross, Forest Hill, Sydenham, Croydon, Norwood, and other stations on the suburban lines, and between lx> ndon and Eastbourne, Brighton, Worthing, Hors- sham. and most of the stations south of Red Hill, are also materially reduced. IMPORTANT IMPROVEMENT in CIGAR LIGHTS.— BRYANT and MAY'S PATENT SAFETY VESU- VIANS and FLAMING FUSEES light only on the box, and may be carried in the pocket with perfect safety. Whitechapel- road, London, E. CRUSHERS of COTTONSEED and LINSEED. — MARLANl) and Co, 6, New High- street, Manchester. Prices of cake or oil will be sent on application. PARAFFIN LIGHT COMPANY, Bucklers- bury, E. C.— Safety and economy in the use of YOUNG'S PATENT PARAFFIN OIL. The public are recommended to purchase paraffin oil only at those shops where the show card Is exhibited bearing our trade mark. rnHE LONDON LOCK- MAKERS in the JL INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION.— Messrs HOBBS and Co beg to inform bankers and the commercial world that their PATENT LOCK in the Exhibition was on challenge from the lst of May to the lst of Noven. y T, r 0 •• - ,: ineas, to any person who could pick It. This was the only lock exhibited that invited and dared the ingenuity of the mechanician to fraudulently open it. Seven days were allowed to exa- mine the interior, and thirty days to operate on the security of the works; yet, during the 158 days the Exhibition was actually open, not one 9ingle application was made! In 1851 this lock was tried for 123 days without the slightest approach towards success. Messrs Hobbs ana Co are Prize Medallists from the Exhibitions of America, Austria, and France; and London in 1851 and 1862. 76, Uheapside, London. THE ROYAL YACHT SQUADRON COOKING APPARATUS, manufactured by PASCALL, ATKEY. and SON, nautical and general ironmongers and galvanisers, 29 and 30, High- street, and 1, Medina- road, West Cowes, Isle of Wight. This perfect and much- approved yacht appendage is now in use on board 150 yachts of all sizes belonging to the R.\'. S. and other clubs of the UnitedKing- dom, besides 30 of H. M. Admiralty tenders. BETTING BOOKS, ruled, of a superior make, in three convenient sizes for the pocket, Is 4d, Is 8d, and 2s; by post. Id extra.— H. SIDNEY WARli, manufacturing stationer, 63, High Holborn, W. C. IMPORTANT to BOOKMAKERS.— CARDS of every race throughout the year, printed the day the weights are out, with the horses' names affixed, and forwarded to any address the following ( lav. Price Is per dozen, carriage free. Address Henry Gunning, printer, 68, Warren- street, Tottenham Court- road, London. Postage stamps taken. Cases made to fit the cards, 2s fid each. Vf R JOHN SHELDON, jun, Birmingham, _ 1_ T_ L executes COMMISSIONS on all the principal races. Price Record published daily, and sent post free, on receipt of a stamped di- rected envelope. Address Coach and Horses, Bell- street, Birmingham. N TtyTR BENJ. JONES, 60, Snow- hill, London, E. C., - LTJL executes COMMISSIONS on all principal races ( by letter only) to any amount not less than £ 1, on receipt of cash. A price list for- warded on receipt of stamped envelope. P. O. orders payable at General Post Office. JOHN INGHAM and Co., members of Tatter- sall's, 8, Rathb- ne- place, Oxford- street, London, W., executes COMMISSIONS ( by letter only) on all principal races throughout the year, on receipt of cash or Post Office order, made payable to John Ingham, at the Rathboue- place office.— N. B. A list of latest betting sent on receipt of directed stamped envelope. VI R W. E. JONES, 6, Danes' Inn, Strand, W. C7, 1TA member of Tattersall's and the City Club, executes COMMIS- SIONS to any amount, by letter only, on the receipt of cash, or P. O. O. payable at Chief Office, London. GEORGE^ MATHER^ IOS, Great Russell- Street, Bloomsbury, London, executes COMMISSIONS ( bv letter only) to any amount on receipt of cash. A list of the latest betting sent free to any part, on receipt of a directed stamped envelope. COMMISSIONS.— Messrs HENRY FISHER and GEORGE REYNOLDS, members of Tattersall's, and all the City and West End clubs, beg to state that, on receipt of cash, COMMIS- SIONS will be executed on every event throughout the year. The market price guaranteed, and the money forwarded on the Monday after the race. Price list forwarded on receipt of a directed stamped envelope. Address, Messrs Fisher and Reynolds, 26, Bouverie- street, Fleet- street.— P. O. ordersto be made payable at the Strand office. O T I C E of REMOVAL. Messrs HENRY FISHER and GEORGE REYNOLDS have BEMOVED from 300, Strand ( late Racing Times Office), to 26, BOUVERIE- STREET. FLEET- STREET, E. C. THE WINTER EDITION OF WEIGHT'S RACING RECORDjs now ready, pricc 2s; post free, 2s. 2d. THE RACING INDICATOR of Friday next, the 20th instant, will contain an analysis of the Lincoln pro- grame, with selections for the Lincoln Handicap and all other races of the meeting, notes on the Liverpool Steeple Chase, Chester Cup, North- amptonshire Stakes, City and Suburban, Metropolitan, Two Thousand! Guineas, « £ c. Reports from ail important training quarters, and special accounts of the betting in London and at Manchester. Price to non- sub- scribers, 2s 6d. The Latest Intelligence Circular will be published on the following Tuesday, and will contain the arrivals at Lincoln, latest reports from training quarters, with accounts of trials, & c, and the bet- ting at London and Manchester up to the latest moment. Price of the paper and circular to non- subscribers, 5s. TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION. To the end of the season £ 2 2 0 To the Derby l l o Or with the Latest Intelligence Circulars : To the end of the season £ 5 5 0 To the Derby 3 3 0 Post Office orders to be made payable to John Fredericks, at the Strand Post Office, and letters addressed to him at 18, Clement's Inn, Strand, London, W. C. Published weekly for private circulation only, ~ NEWMARKET RACING CIRCULAR.— THIS WEEK'S NUMBER GRATIS. Contents:— The probable winner ( an outsider at long odds) of the Derby and Che> ter Cup— a good thing. Reports from training quarters, Enclose a large directed envelope, with two stamps affixed. Address, FREDERICK MARKS, Post Office, Box 25, Newmarket, Suffolk. Now ready, Lincoln and Liverpool events. T^ URF ^ AD\ TCES.— A gentleman who is about to attend all the principal meetings, wishes to arrange with a very limited number of persons, to telegraph from the spot the things that are really good, and only those that can be depended upon, on the principle that one good thing is worth more than fifty doubtful ones. The advertiser has the very best sources of information, and - is himself a backer to a large extent. Those who bet only to trifling amounts need not apply. All advices will be by telegram, at the right moment— Let- ters to S., 14, Cromer- street, Judd- street, W. C. INDEX'S brilliant commencement of 1863. Sent Ascot and Gladiator for his three races. Subscribers show my circular to your friends. £ 1,000 to £ 1 is the price of my double event— Chester Cup and Derby. Grand National a certainty; also Lin- colnshire, Northamptonshire Stakes, & c. Send 13 stamps. No 4, West- street, Walworth road, London. YINDEX,— Notice to Subscribers.— In conse- quence ot a new postal regulation, VINDEXwas unable to obtain his letters; address In future, Henry Vindex, Barrett's News Office, 8, Greenwich- road, Greenwich. Vindex has received a certainty for Liverpool Steeple Chase ; 10 stamps. Address as above. HENRY KER has now ready, gratis, some good things for the Spring Handicaps. Last year he commenced with spotting Suburban only for Lincoln Handicap; Stampedo and Rapparee only for Northamptonshire Stakes, Carbineer only for New- market Haudicap, and the Marquis was foretold in February as the greatest horse of his year, and would win all his engagements. Promise a present from winnings, and send stamped addressed envelopes for correspondence. Address. 42, Tottenham- court- road, London, W THE GREAT LEVIATHAN TURF ADVISERS. — JOHN HOl'WOOD and Co's triumphant advice for the Lincoln Handicap, Liverpool Steeple Chase, 2,000 Guineas, Chester Cup and Derby. Our Chester Cup flyer Is at 66 to 1. 2,000 Guineas and Derby is only a question of health. Enclose 12 stamps, and receive our full guide. Address 20, Marylebone- street, Golden- square, London. C1 OAKLEY'S UNRIVALLED ADVICE. !• LINCOLN HANDICAP. LIVERPOOL STEEPLE CHASE. NORTH AMPTONS HIRE STAKES. CITY AND SUBURBAN. METROPOLITAN. NEWMARKET HANDICAP. TWO THOUSAND GUINEAS. ONE THOUSAND GUINEAS. CHESTER CUP. DERBY, and OAKS. Charles Oakley's selections for the above are now ready, and he be- lieves them some of the very best things he ever sent out. His glorious success, year after year, on these important events, which has procured him a reputation unrivalled in the sporting world, is so well known and appreciated throughout the United Kingdom, that it requires no further comment. C. Oakley would, however, en passant, impress on that por- tion of the sporting public who have not tried his advice the necessity of having sound, honest, and successful Information, as without it specula- tion on the Turf is absolutely useless. C. Oakley's terms are as follow: One year, £ 1 Is; six months, 10s 6d; any single event, 13 stamps. Address, C. Oakley, 52, Red Lion- street, Holborn, London, W. C. TRY it TTRST^ PAY AFTERWARDS.— " Do not pay at all until you prove it is good." Just published, SPORTING FACTS and FANCIES, by STAMFORD, relating to the horses engaged in the Derby, Chester Cup, & c, Ac. Compiled from ob- servations direct from training quarters. No money required. Res- pectable persons will receive it by enclosing directed envelopes only, addressed John Stamford, Ipswich. Trv mv Liverpool Cup horse. STAMFORD.— No Pay " till " WCMT— 1Try it.— STAMFORDS great Derby secret, now at 33 to 1, one of the best things ever sent out; the party are getting their money on. He will be sure to see a very short price. Enclose a directed envelope. Address J. Stamford, Ipswich, the oldest and most successful adviser on the Turf. Remember, no pay till won. RROLLIN to the SPORTING PUBLIC. Rollin advises all who intend joining his list to do so at once, as a fortune can be made by a small outlay. Rollin's advice is now ready on all the handicaps, Two Thousand, the Derby, and Oaks. Terms: the season, £ 2 2s; to the Chester Cup, 10s 6d: one month, 5s.— Richard Rollin, 4, Exeter- street, Strand, Lon- don. Stamps taken.— Waterloo Cup a certainty, 13 stamps. THE badge of his valour streamed red from his side.— Liverpool Steeplechase, a rank outsider; Chester Cup, 33 to 1: Epsom Derby at 100 to 1 ( why not?); one horse for each race. Promise £ 2 for each actual win. VINCENT CHARLES BEDDING, Esq, 43, Cleveland- street, London, W. IM PORT ANT ANNOUNCEMENT.— ECLIPSE, the celebrated sporting writer of 1849. again offers his invaluable ADVICE on coming events. The three favourites for the Chester Cup will be defeated by a horse now at 30 to 1. References, terms, & c, sent on recept of a dir A-'. Iress, Eclipse, 7- s, Smmd, London. HAVING for several years, with success, ad- vised those who invest largely upon the events of the Turf, I n induced to advertise as follows:— Two horses for Chester Cup, to wfiT and for place; one hor3e for Two Thousand Guineas; one horse for the Derby to win, and two for places. No other events advised upon. Terms: £ 1, including telegraph message if necessary to denote change, and per centage upon winnings. A booK kept for address of subscribers. Address, Mr JOHN SEVERN, Post Office, Southampton, Hants. Post Office orders payable to Mr John Severn, General Post Office, London. £ 100, £ 50, or £' 25 may be won for 2s 6d on the Lincolnshire Handicap, Liverpool Grand National Steeple Chase, Chester Cup, or Northamptonshire Stakes. Forward 30 stamps and a stamped addressed envelope to Mr MASON, No. 8, Spur- street, Leicester- square, London. The winners of the Grand National sent for 13 stamps ; now at 40 to 1. STEELCAP in FORM AGAIN.— At CaSh^ i- then the Rug and Ace of Hearts. Reading, Ascot and Gladiator. Four consecutive winners. Lincoln Handicap, Liverpool Steeplechase, Chester Cup, now ready. Reward mo from your winnings. Terms: New subscribers to the Derby, 10s; any meeting, 12 stamps.— Stcelcap 32, Old Bund- street, London. THE NORTHAMPTONSHIRE STAKES— No winner no fee.— I know privately of one hone especially kept for this race; it is not in betting, and immense odds are to be had. The secret divulged to a few on promise of £ i for the actual winner only. Mr R. BALD, 318, Euston- road, London, W. Enclose stamped ad- dressed envelope. WATERLOO CUP WINNER— CHARLES BENSON'S selections for the above ( a real good thing). Also Liverpool Steeple Chase, Lincoln Handicap, Northamptonshire Stakes, Derby, & c.— Britannia- terrace, Everton, Liverpool. 13 stamps. Circulars to be had at the Sunday Times office, 103, Flect- atreet, London, price is. 6 BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON, FEBRUARY 8, 1863. PUBLIC AMUSEMENTS. Mr and Mrs GERMAN~ REED, with Mr JOHN PARllY, will appear EVERY EVENING ( except Saturday) at 8, and Saturday morning at 3 o'clock, in THE FAMILY LEGEND. After which, Mr John Parry will Introduce a new domestic scene, entitled MRS ROSELEAF'S LITTLE EVENING PARTY. ROYAL GALLERY OF ILLUSTRATIONL14, Regent- street, JlCHRISTY'S MINSTRELS ( Last Week but two) /. VERY NIGHT at 8, and Wednesday and Saturday afternoons at 3, in J/ iT JAMES'S HALL. The programme will include the popular songs. ' Come where my love lies dreaming," " Willie we have missed you," Annie Lisle," & c. & c, first introduced into this country by this com- pany.— Thursday, Feb 19, Mr Wambold's benefit. ROYAL ENGLISH OPERA, COVENT- GARDEN.— Under the management of Miss Louisa Pyne and MrW. Harrison, sole lessees. TO- MORROW ( Monday), TUESDAY, Feb 17, THURSDAY, Feb 19, and SATURDAY, Feb 21, will be presented, 2d, 3d, 4th, and 5th times, Balfe's grand romantic opera, in three acts, entitled THE ARMOURER OF NANTES. Supported by the following eminent artistes :— Miss Louisa Pyne, Mrs A. Cook, Miss Anna Hiles ; Messrs W. H. Weiss, Santley, H. Corri, A. Cook, C. Lyall, and W. Harrison. Conductor, Mr A. Mellon. The music by M W. Balfe. Libretto by J. V. Bridgman. After which the burlesque opening of the grand orisrinal, zoological, comical Christmas Pantomime, entitled BEAUTY AND THE BEAST; or, the Gnome Queen and the Good Fairy. Concluding with the Transformation Scene— Moonbeam and Sunlight; or the Descent of Morn's First Ray. Wednesday, Feb 18, being Ash Wednesday, there will be no per- formance. Private boxes from 10s Cd to £ 4 4a : orchestra stalls, 10s; dress circles, 5s ; upper boxes, 4s; amphitheatre stalls, 3s; pit, 2a 6d; amphitheatre, Is. The Box- office open daily from 10 till 5. No charge for booking or fees to boxkeepers. Doors open at half- past 6. Commence at 7. THEATRE ROYAL HAYMARKET.— To- morrow ( Monday) next, 358th Night of Our American Cousin and Lord Dundreary, on which occasion the p ay will be represented with new scenery, dresse-, furniture, decorations, and stage arrangements.— The attraction of Mr Sothern's matchless creation of Lord Dundreary being still undiminished, this extraordinary and most attractive peformance, to meet the wishes of the numerous applicants at the box- office, will be repeated till the end of next month.— Mr Buckstone every evening.— Louise Keeley and Rasselas every evening.— TO- MORROW ( Monday) and every evening, Wednesday excepted ( being Ash Wednesday, there will be no performance), to commence at 7, with OUR AMERICAN COUSIN. After which the New EXTRAVAGANZA. Concluding with MR AND MRS WHITE: Mr Compton and MissIlarfleur.— Box- office open daily from 10 till 5. THEATRE ROYAL ST JAMES'S.— Under the sole management of Mr F. Matthews.— No performance on Ash Wed- nesday.— TO- MORROW ( Monday), Tuesdav, Thursday, and Friday, THE DARK CLOUD: A. Stirling, Weston, Josephs, and Mr F. Matthews; Misses Herbert, Cottrell, Nisbett, and Mrs F. Matthews. After which, THE MF. RRY WIDOW. With UNDER THE ROSE. On Saturday, Oct 21, will be produced the new drama of Lady Audley's Secret. The scenery by Mr William Beverley. Doors open at 7, com- mence at half- past. HANOVER- SQUARE ROOMS.— Miss E. D. BLAND has the honour to announce that her first grand FULL DRESS BALL this season will take place next THURSDAY, Feb 19. Ladies' tickets, 7s ( id; gentlemen's ditto, 10s 6d; to be had at the rooms on the night of ball. W. M Packer's band. Commence at half- past 11. ADAMS'S ANNUAL BALL, at WILLIS'S ROOMS, King- street, St James's.— Mr T. ADAMS has the honour to announce to his numerous patrons that his ANNUAL BALL will take place at the above rooms TO- MORROW ( Monday) EVENING, when his celebrated Band will be in attendance. The Band of the Victoria Rifles, conducted by Mr II. Sibold, the Bandmaster, by the kind permission of the officers, will be in attendance, and perform at intervals. Gentle- men's tickets, 12s 6d; ladies' ditto, 8s 6d ( including refreshments). Tickets to be obtained of Mr Adams, 77, John- street, Fitzroy- square; of the Stewards, and at the Rooms. M. C., Mr Frampton. PORTLAND ROOMS, Foley- street, Porfcland- place.— Mr H. C. FRERE begs to inform the nobility, gentry, and his patrons, that a GRAND FULL- DRESS BALL will take place at these spacious suite of rooms, on WEDNESDAY next, Feb 18. Tickets, 2s 6d each, to be obtained at the rooms.— N. B. The usual Soiree to- morrow ( Monday) niglit, and every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, during the season. NATIONAL ASSEMBLY- ROOMS, High Hoi- born.— This favourite ball- room, renowned for the beauty and brilliancy of the decorations, is OPEN EVERY EVENING. During the week will be introduced a SELECTION of dance music from Wallace's new opera, LOVE'S T . HUM PH; also the much admired Mistletoe Waltz, Anglo- Danish Quadrille, & c. Open at 8. Close at 12. Admission, Is.— N. B. Mr Packer's annual benefit is fixed for Menday, March 9. CANTERBURY IIALL.— Great success of the third edition of the renowned pantomimic entertainment, THE ENCHANTED HASH: 13 characters solely sustained by E. Marshall; performed upwards of 40 nights. The comic by Unsworth ( the modern Demosthenes), Eugene, Frank Hall, Arthur Lloyd, and Miss Laura Saunders. Grand operatic selections, conducted by Mr Jonghmans. Re appear- ance of Miss Russell. . " WEST0N7S GRAND MUSIC HALL, Holborn. — This establishment is OPEN EVERY EVENING witli the best opera company in London, including Mr Parkinson, Mr Bernard, Miss Grosve- nor, the Misses Brougham, with a band and chorus of 50 performers. The comic strength of the company consists of Miss Kate Harley, the celebrated serio comic singer, Mr Fred French, Mr Williams, the Nel- son Family, Master Wood, the most extraordinary delineator of negro character in the world. Doors open at 7.— P. Corri, musical director. CYDER CELLARS.— Nicholson's Judge and Jury.— New TRIAL for BREACH of PROMISE, Selina Suckthumb Snipenose v Josiah Jellybelly; the richest, raciest, and rarest trial, with the funniest of witnesses. Fail not to see it. Trial at half- past 9. Poses before and after the theatres. Ask for the Cyder Cellars, entrance three doors west of Adelphi Theatre. THE LONDON ANATOMICAL MUSEUM, containing the wonders of nature and art, shown by innumerable superbly- executed models, illustrating every part of the human frame, in health and disease, together with a variety of highly interesting na- tural preparations, malformations, and monstrosities. OPEN DAILY, from 11 to 10 ( for gentlemen only). Admission, one shilling. Entrances 29, George- street, Hanover- square, and 44A, Maddox- street., Regent- street, London, W. Explanatory lecture every evening at 7. Illustrated and descriptive catalogues sent, post free, for 12 stamps. Address the Secretary, as above. LONDON, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15. TO CORRESPONDENTS. TURF. In order to save correspondents as well as ourselves much unneces- sary trouble, we beg to state that we can give no further informa- tion respecting scratchings than is embraced in our weekly list of " Horses striack out of their en- gagements." Irish Reader— Mesmer ran seven times as a two year old without winning : twice in the following year, when he won a Handicap Sweepstakes at Newmarket First Spring, D. M.; and once only as a four year old, when he was not placed for a Handicap Plate at Newmaket Craven, T. Y. C. See " Kaclng„ Calendars," 1859, ' 60,' 61. Royal Oak— Your question was an- swered last week. The person who selects the four " puts"— as you express it— the remainder into the field. Joe Figg— From Lord Derby and Colonel St Leger. W B C Refer to " Wright's Racing Record" or " Ruff's Guide." George Ward— See notice at the head of this column Write to the Clerk of the Course. S H L C— 1: Black Tommy ran se- cond to Blink Bonny for the Derby in 1857. 2 : No. J C— Munich is by The Fallow Buck out of Bavaria. The colt has been recently named. Pembroke Dock— Yes, in 1839, Lit- tle Wonder's year. RCS— We never give the ages of jockeys. A X— We believe so, but as the ages do not agree exactly, you had better write to Mr Tophi. ni. Charles Ryland— A " monkey" is £ 500. James Taylor— Cannot say. The Flying Barber— Kettledrum's time, 2min 43sec, is the shortest on record. Tambourn Major— Long. R W— His having run in a selling race makes no difference. Miller Corbet— If by in front you imply " making the running," certainly not. A Kennard— Write to Messrs Wea- therby, of Old Bur. ington- street. Charles Payne— No. Expectant— There is no fixed rule, and you must trust to your cor- respondent's word as to whether he executed your commission be- fore the time named. Spott— Kettledrum's. S. E. Spurr— Mr W. Stewart's, we believe. E W— Impossible to say. W H E— Cresswell rode Aston, and J. Osborne Rainbow. W. Bradley— Teddington is a ches- nut. STEEPLE CHASING. Celt— The fact of B. dismounting clearly disqualifies him. If B. did not dismount in crossing the river, he' wins. A B— See notice at the head of this column. Steeple Chase Crack— Ydur ques- tion is an invidious one. Newport— Thirty- nine feet. Storks— It was stated so at the time, and the assertion has been frequently repeated, but never very " authentically proved." TROTTING Montgomery— There is no record ot any horse or mare having trotted more than eighteen miles in the hour in England. 11 B- No. HUNTING. *** We shall feel especially obliged to our correspondents if, in send- ing us accounts of runs, they will write on one side of the paper only. C E, Thame— He never hunted South Oxfordshire, and could never have met at Thame Park but on sufference. F. Salmon— Watlington, near Tets- worth. A Norfolk Man— Only part of your letter has reached us. COURSING. Those correspondents who kindly furnish us with accounts of meetings, are earnestly re- quested to write on one side of the paper only. AQUATICS. A Sporting Man— Messenger's time was 37min 45sec; the others are not on record. J L W— Yes. A I O— The University match in 1861 was rowed March 23. In 1862 Oxford weighed 94st 61b, and Cambridge 87st 81b. CHESS. W G N— Yes. DRAUGHTS. T P— It was a move, and the man must remain. .. BILLIARDS. . f * C, Swansea— M. wins; had he f backed A. to divide ( the bet be- ing with A. himself) he would i' etill have won, claiming the bet before A. imperils his life by playing the last stroke, which was not compulsory. Diagram— B. cannot be taken up, the words " between it and the ball he has to play at" showing that a ball cannot be removed unless it is the nearest. Marker— Formerly it was the rule invariably, but in many rooms it is now considered a foul stroke. D M- Yes. W H— 1: The life is paid to the one on whom he plays in turn. 2 : It remains. 3 : Yes. 4 : The player takes a life, though in many rooms it is made a foul Orlando— 31. wins. The cases ysu quote are not the same, the bet having been made with the player. F A M— It is not replaced till the balls have stopped. BAGATELLE A N J— 1 : Rules can generally be obtained from the makers. 2: Quite allowable if the ball is not touched. THE POLISH INSURRECTION. " Truth will out," says the old proverb, and now and then comes a fearful illustration of its correctness. We have now, in the columns of the official journal of St Petersburg, of Friday, the 6th inst, one of these illustrations, it is in the following paragraph:—" We do not deny that the recruitment in Poland was conducted in an unusual manner, and pressed heavily on the towns while sparing the csuntry population ; but the Government had been aware for months that the recruit- ment would be the signal of an insurrection. Being unable to reach the chiefs, who are in foreign countries, it was compelled to punish their unhappy instruments." It thus stands confessed that the insurrection was purposely provoked by the Russian court. Being aware that the recruiting would be the signal for insurrection, knowing that it pressed heavily on the towns and spared the peasantry— in other words, that it was unequal and unfair— and not pretendingany necessity for having recourse toitat all, and certainly none for using it in this partial and oppressive manner, the Russian Government nevertheless put it in force. W hy! In order to punish those whom it could not reach by inflicting unwarranted misery on those within its reach. Satan him- self was never depicted half so black as this court scribe complacently paints his imperial master:—" The chiefs were beyond the Czar's vengeance— the people might, or might not, listen to their suggestions— might or might not refuse obedience to the orders of the Government— so the Czar deter- mined on putting into activity a frightful injustice that general resistance might be awakened, that the sufferings of the people might make them attentive to the suggestions of the distant " chiefs,'' and that he might thus be able to gratify his passion for blood on the " unhappy instruments" of those who were beyond his power. He has wilfully created the insurrection that he may crush those who are engaged in it, and who, but for his savage injustice, might never have engaged in it. This is his own avowal, through his official paper. And yet he affects t © be a Christian, and talks of religion. To perish in his own pitfall would be the award of justice. Who is it that, professing to be a just or honourable man, can avoid wishing that that award may come into efficient operation'S CARDS. WHIST.— Locket— No ; A.' s part- ner was quite right. Zodiac— No. Spes— A suit can be called, andB.' s card may be treated as exposed. T K— No. W. Wright— Yes. A P- No. R S V P— No. Looloo— They can take three tricks from the revoker and add them to their own. CRIBBAGE.— JS- No; he can only keep on pegging him back, and himself forward. F M— A sequence of three. Harlow— Yes. G T- No. C E R- Sixteen. A M G- No. William Webb— Eight. S. Smith— None. LOO.— Sands Mill— If it is the ace, or if two only stand, not other- wise. Exeter— If it is a trump. Ivanhoe— He is not bound to play. R N— The bet is off. Green— No. W L, Barnet— No. G. Ansdell— No. ALL- FOURS. Justice The pitcher counts. SPOIL- FIVE. James Macken, Portadown— It depends entirely on previous arrangement. You were answered before Feb 1. VINGT- ET- UN.— X Y Z— The players all pay single. ECARTE.— Skedaddler— The pe- nalty is as follows:— Each player takes up his five cards, the hand is played over again, and the offender is punished as follows:— If he wins the vole he io only al- lowed to score one point, and if he gains the point only he is not permitted to score it. PUT.— H H— Playing the card was equivalent to putting. H G— The bets are off. BLIND- HOOKEY. nen and Chickens— Highest. BOWLS. Birkdale— B. continues as agst C. DOMINOES. W W W— It does not count. RAFFLE. R M, Southwick— Twenty did win. A. Field— 141 had no claim what- ever. S E S— The first and second prizes. G F— A. and B. take the two chief prizes, throwing for choice. Wax ' em— The bet is off. Spot— No. Worksop— Yes. G H— B", of course. E. Fisher— The daughter had no- thing whatever to do with the bet. THEATRICAL. T B P— 1: No. 2 : Yes. 3 : Jan 1, 1801. R. Linfield—" The Era." James Kidd— May 2, 1845. PEDESTRIANISM. Abbey Tavern— He is said to have done it in 9sec. A B— You lose. Northern— The bet is off. Flask— It was never properly au- thenticated, though it was said by many to be correct. Blue Ruin— Never; nor any other man. RING. W. Wilson— Massey and Tigser fought at Cudworth, near Shef- field, Feb 11, 1846. G S— No. M F— 1: Yes, twice. 2 : No other really named Molineux. B T— Yes, Travers was the winner; it was Bill's last fight. John Collins— Nearly 5ft 9in. J C, Mile End- June 29, 1852. J T— It was at the Wrekin in Broad- court, Bow- street. T B— His right arm. T C— Yes; Cannon and Ward, Spring and Langan, Broome and Hannan, & c. I J R— Yes, he beat Tom Oliver. Leeds— No. X Y Z- Yes. R C— Sayers and the Tipton Slasher. Tame Deer— Born in 1820. Dimmock, of Dudley, can make a match with Mamble, of the same place without our assistance. S L— Certainly not. Pluto— To the best of our belief he is travelling with a circus. T. Rackin— They fought at Ashop- ton, near Manchester. A M'C- Yes. MISCELLANEOUS. Legal questions are not answered by us under any circumstances, but are at once consigned to the waste paper basket. James Price— We do not know whether the Auckland Accli- matization Society have an office in this country; perhaps some correspondent will enlighten us. Gunnings Arms— Two. J. John— Have nothing to do with such a quack; go to some re- spectable practitioner. A Z— Go to the chief surgeon of any of our London hospitals. Querist— No. E D F— They have a bell which rings when the message arrives. C T R— Not the same author. J L— We will notice it when we have space. Senex— B. wins. T. Hewish— Yes. Snap Cap— The hits have it. J L— We do not answer legal ques- tions. Old Post Office— East Indian by birth. B W H— He is bound to supply bond fide travellers. P B— She could if she thought pro- per. M S— You should have repeated the question; we have no recol- lection of it. A B— Apply to the Bishop of Bond- street, he will give you advice as to the best man; put not your trust in dealers. Cupid— A. wins. PRUSSIA. The Prussian King has given his answer to the address of the Upper House. And a strange answer it is. If it did not show an insane pertinacity in a dangerous course, it would be ludicrous. But the importance of the subject takes away from it any feeling of a ludicrous kind. Yet it is folly personified, for if it means anything it must mean a refusal of the right of the Lower House to regulate expenditure, and at the same time a military threat to Austria. He says:—" It will be the aim of the Government firmly to maintain the position it lias taken up, at the same time remaining open to any approaches which may be made by the Chamber of Deputies, with the view of increasing tie greatne.- s of Prussia through her military power." No other greatness is sought by him, and that is just the sort of greatness which the good sense and sound feeling of an assembly of Christian gentlemen make them desire to avoid. The Prussians wish for reform in law, and in the habits of Government. The King insists on re- fusing this, but is ready to let them have fighting. They ask for bread, and, while setting up to be the father of the country, he will let them have nothing but bullets. He has no idea of states- manship beyond this. — ALGERIA. When future historians describe the events which have hap. pened within these last few years they will hardly find one more strange and curious than the grant of a constitution to the Mus- sulmans of North Africa by a French Christian Emperor. In apostrophising the Ocean Byron said— " Thy shores are empires changed in all save thee." He might have said this, as perhaps he thought it, empha- tically, almost exclusively, of the Mediterranean. No shores have beheld such changes of empire as those which border that mighty lake; for lake after all it is— not so salt as the great ocean, and absolutely without tides. The storms that sweep over it are at times as furious, but, though in its fatalities it may resemble the oceans of our earth, in many of its natural qualities it is unlike them. Yet certainly, in the variet and strangeness of the events which have happened on its shore it exceeds any of them. For ages it has been the centre of human nterests and human struggles. It was The Sea of Bibli cal and of Classical history, and when the learning and the valour of Europe were on the wane it was the sea which stopped the march and limited the ravages of some of the barbarous tribes of the North and East, and which afforded to others of them the means of passing over to new lands and fresh conquests. It was a strange sight when Europe beheld a portion of its shores, which for a long tune had been the seat of its most daring corsairs, con- verted into a French colony; it is a stranger sight still to see that, the military possession there becoming too onerous and trouble- some to be continued in its present state, the Emperor of the French designs to make it a colony by law, and to bend his un- willing subjects to him and his dynasty by the strength of insti- tutions. This is the new task he has set himself, and one in which, on certain conditions, we heartily wish him success. All we fear is, that the narrow- minded bigotry which nww rules the French Court would render the efforts even of a wise and philosophic statesman valueless. The Emperor claims the credit of starting with a full knowledge of what he ought to do, and makes a fair promise of recognising sound prin- ciples as his guides in what he will attempt to do. He admits that there are 3,000,000 of Moors and Arabs to 200,000, so- styled, Christians, of the latter 120,000 alone being French. He refuses wisely and properly to apply the rule of forfeiture and conquest, and to parcel out the possessions of the conquered na- tives among the men of the dominant race. Such a scheme in- deed would be to declare a war of extermination, and in that the natives might wholly recover their own again. So he will not try to rob them of their possessions, but will seek to regulate the enjoyment of those possessions. Will he be resolute enough to forget the ecclesiastical and political habits of France, and to legis- late for Algeria like a man without prejudices? If so, he may win a great triumph, and in winning it produce a great social good. He may win the natives to become agriculturalists, workmen, traders, quiet citizens, and even Christians; but he can never force them to any one of these. They may be converted from old habits and even from old faith by seeing that their enjoyments are in- creased, and their safety and liberty better secured under a Christian Government than under the Mohammedan rule. But no application of authority could compel them to such a change. In their case preeminently the fable of the Sun and the Storm becomes applicable. Will he have the spirit firmly and fairly to apply it ? If he should do so Algeria may become a means of strength for France, instead of being, as it is now, a very costly evi- dence of its military vanity. gage in a debate on that question, as the Government was not in possession of the information necessary to enable it to judge of the events now passing in Poland. Instructions would, he said, be given to the Italian representative at St Petersburg of a nature favourable to the interests of the friendship existing between the two states, but upholding liberal principles. Bignori Giorgine and Lanza stated that the majority and minority entertained the same sentiments with regard to Poland. But the majority avoided the discussion of the question, believing it unsuited to the dignity of Parliament to give a barren vote. The following vote was then adopted:—" The Chamber, considering the present moment in- opportune for the discussion of the question put by Signor Petru- celli, passes to the order of the day." Signor Musolino questioned the Ministry with regard to a rumour of the cession of the island of Elba to France. The Minister of Foreign Affairs replied, absolutely denying the truth of the rumour. The Marquis Avitabele lias been seized. Some say by mere political brigands, but another report is that he bad crossed some other man in a love affair, and that the defeated rival had recourse to the brigands to revenge himself. The Armenia, the clerical journal of Turin, appeared some days ago with a black border. Its first paragraph stated that the cause was the " reforms which the Emperor of the French wished the Pope to introduce into the administration of his States." THE CHASE. PRUSSIA. The Nord Deutsche Zeitung says :—" News of an alarming cha- racter has been received from the Polish provinces. It is believed that serious intervention upon the part of the Government will become necessary." The Neue Preussische ( Kreutz) Zeitung says: —" The extension of the Polish insurrection has increased. The whole of the 1st and tith Prussian Army Corps and a division of the 2d Corps are to be concentrated. It is rumoured that the bat- talion is in future to consist of 800 men." At the sitting of the Chamber of Deputies on Friday, Feb 6, the President read the reply of the King to the address, the ministers and deputies remaining standing. The following is the substance of the royal letter:—" The tenor of the Address, as well as the mode by which it has reached His Majesty, shows that the chamber desires to know his personal views and the expression of his will. This is why His Majesty replies to the chamber without the intervention of his ministers. The Address states the grave disagreement between the situation of the chamber and that of the Government. It accuses the ministers of having acted uncon- stitutionally in continuing the administration without the fixing of the budget, and of having by this means violated article 99 of the constitution. The chamber, it is true, has banished all doubt as to his firm wish to maintain the constitution; but it has taken some acts of his Government done with his assent as the bases of complaint against the ministers. He would not have admitted these acts if they included an attack on the constitution. He must, therefore, reject the complaints ef the chamber. The chamber has made use of its constitutional rights relative to the establish- ment of a budget in such a way that his Government find it im- possible to adhere to the impracticable decisions of the chamber. The Chamber of the Lords has used its constitutional rights only to reject the budget. His Majesty is of opinion that the Chamber of Deputies has exceeded its powers in maintaining that its partial de- cisions are definitively binding upon his Government. If, on the one side, the Address says that the new session has begun without the Government showing by some initiative the possibility of returning to a normal state of the administration ; on the other, it has passed over in silence the fact that the Royal Speech has promised some propositions for that purpose. On the occasion of these regrttable conflicts His Majesty has received numerous ad- dresses, in which the signers express their adhesion ; but His Majesty has seen with pain that his subjects are spoken of as a small minority which has long been foreign to the nation. The chamber has spoken, moreover, of an abuse of power in some measures directed against some public functionaries. The limits of legal discipline have not been exceeded, and the representatives of the nation have no reason to raise complaints in that matter. His Majesty much regrets the divergence of views, but he will not lend himself to an arrangement, by sacrificing the constitu- tional rights of his Crown and of the Chamber of Peers. It is his duty as Sovereign to maintain intact the constitutional rights and prerogatives of the Crown. His Majesty expects that the chamber will take into account the conciliatory steps of the Government, and will contribute on its part to an arrangement. This accord is a necessity for his royal heart; for ail his efforts tend to develop the prosperity of the Prussian people, and to secure to the country its historical position, the result of a glo- rious harmony between the King and the nation.'' POLAND. A body of 480 troops entirely defeated a band of 250 insurgents near Zamose. The Emperor has ordered that all the reports of the Polish Council of the Empire to the Crown shall be in future in the Polish language. Sosnowice, a town upon the Russian frontier, opposite Kaltowitz, the seat of a custom- house, and only feebly garrisoned, has been taken by the insurgents after a san- guinary conflict. The insurgents attacked Granica, Sosnowice, and Modezejow, upon the frontier between Poland and Prussia. The Russians were defeated, losing 49 killed and wounded. Wen- grow has been taken by Russian troops after a sanguinary con- flict. The insurgents dispersed into the forest. Warsaw is quiet. An order of the Emperor of Austria has been published, decreeing the prorogation of the Galician Diet until the 2d March. This resolution is supposed to have been adopted in consequence of Prince Sapieha having announced his intention of proposing that the Diet should vote an address to the Emperor of Austria, re- questing his diplomatic intercession with the Emperor of Russia in favour of Poland. The insurrection at Olkusch is rapidly spreading. The insurgents under Kurowski are posted near Dombrowa. Langiewicz is preparing to attack Czenstockan. The insurgents have promised the railway administration not to destroy the line on condition that all trains shall stop if signalled by them to do so. Some hundreds of peasants, suitable for mili- tary service, have taken refuge with their goods on Prussian terri tory near Brinica. The great landed proprietors are assisting the insurgents with horses and provisions. The Nurd Deutsche Zeitung says :—" News of an alarming character has been received from the Polish povinces. Up to the present time the agitation pre- vailing in Russian Poland has n t crossed our frontier, but great excitement has now commenced in some districts, chiefly in that of Kulm, amongst the Polish landed proprietors." " It is believed that serious intervention upon the part of the Government will become necessary." Tbe Neue Prussiesche ( Kreutz) Zeitung says:—" The Polish insurrection has ex- tended and increased. The whole of the 1st and sixth Prussian army corps, and a division of the 2d corps, are to be concentrated. It is rumoured that the battalion is in future to consist of 800 men." The Official Journal announces that the revolutionary band which occupied the forest of Skierniewic has been dispersed, with the loss of 50 killed and 40 taken prisoners. General Maninkine has completely defeated the insurrectionary band near Semiatiezy. The loss of the insurgents was 1,000, while that of the Russians was only 12 killed, amongst whom were six officers. The village of Semistiezy was burnt. Zarichost has been taken by the Rus- sians. The insurgents have quitted Landomir, and t een pursued by the Russian troops. An engagement lasting one hour has taken place near Winiary and Senpoje, at which many insurgents were captured. The Russians have burnt the Zamoyski Palace at Zwergymec, and in leaving encountered the rear guard of the in- surgents, which was defeated. The insurgents withdrew, and are now encamped atKamianka. The National Committee has issued a stirring appeal to the ceuntry, stating truly enough that this is a struggle of life or death. The committee delegates its work in Warsaw to a civic chief. He, too, has issued his address to the people of Warsaw. FOREIGN INTELLIGENCE. FRANCE. The Moniteur publishes a letter addressed by the Emperor to the Duke de Malakoff, Governor of Algeria, in which the Emperor says that in order to terminate the anxiety caused by the discus- sion in the French Chambers upon the landed property held by the Arabians, it is indispensable for the repose and prosperity of Algeria that this landed property should be consolidated in the hands of those who retain it; and continues, " Algeria is not a colony, properly so called, but an Arab kingdom. The natives have an equal right to my protection with the colonists, and I am as much Emperor of the Arabs as of the French. The Minister of War is preparing a Senatus Consultum, which will render tribes, or fractions of a tribe, indefeasible proprietors of the territory they occupy, and which they have had in traditional possession." In the Corps Legislatif M Picard, speaking of the note of the Moniteur relative to the publication of the report of the debates in the Chambers, asked if the journals were really forbidden to comment upon the speeches of the deputies. M Baroche answered, " At present I have nothing whatever to reply to this question." The paragraph of the Address relative to America was adopted. The paragraph in the draft of the Address of the committee, rela- tive to Italy, was then discussed. The committee thought that France does not owe Rome to the Italians. An amendment had, however, been brought forward by M Jules Favre, demanding that the occupation of Rome should cease. M Favre said that since Garibaldi's expedition France had changed her policy. He did not think a new solution of the Roman question possible. Victor Emmanuel would not abandon Italian unity, and the Pope will not renounce his ancient provinces. M Favre spoke ironically of the Pontifical reforms, and opposed the French policy, which he said was either equivocal or powerless. After speeches from MM Keller, Granier de Cassagnac, Billault, and Emile Ollivier, the amendment of the Left was rejected, and the paragraph referring to Italy adopted. La France says:—" The French found in the fort of Acapulco arms which came from American sources." La France states that the English Government censures the language used by Mr Christie, the English minister at Brazil, in the difficulty which has occurred there, and has officially notified the Brazilian Go- vernment of its having reprimanded Mr Christie. The same paper announces the departure from Toulon of 700 men for Alexandria, on their way to Cochin China. The utterly uncalled- for and singularly injudicious injunction to the press, warning the editors to abstain from any mention of the proceedings in the Senate and the Corps Legislatif, save what is contained in the reports drawn up under the vigilant eyes of MM Troplong and De Morny, continues to excite the surprise and indignation of the public. M Girardin has determined to try whether the tribunals will enforce the warning. The Impartial Dauphinois contains a protest from M Jules Thevenet, engineer of the mines of Gar- Rouban, in the province of Tlemcen ( Algeria), against an arbitrary arrest of which he has been the victim, under nearly the same circumstances as M Fleury, ex- representative, was lately in Paris. M Fleury, how- ever, was allowed to go from his house to the Prefecture in a hackney- coach, but M Jules Thevenet was taken off in the pre- sence of all the inhabitants, and obliged to make a two days' journey on horseback, under escort of four gendarmes, from Gar- Rouban to Tlemcen. On his appearing before the Procureur- Imp6rial, it was discovered that M Jules Thevenet's person in no way resembled the description of the Joseph Thevenet, accused of fraudulent bankruptcy for whom he had been mistaken. It was also ascertained that M Jules Thevenet is a native of Grenoble, where his family is highly respected, while Joseph Thevenet is a native of 8t Julien, in Savoy. After acknowledging that under the circumstances the magistrates could only express regret for what had happened, M Jules Thevenet concludes his letter with the following observations:—" Set how insufficient is this repa- ration for the mental sufferings endured during a journey of 25 leagues under the escort of gendarmes ! What compensation is there for the loss caused to the Gar- Rouban Mining Company by the suspension of all the works during my compulsory absence ! What a perturbation has there not been in the industrial popula- tion, thus suddenly deprived of work and pay for several days ! It is time that public opinion, enlightened by the too frequent abuses committed under the working of defective institutions, should claim some of those guarantees of which our English neighbours are so proud." The Temps says :—" Some arrests have been made in conse- quence of intended demonstrations by a portion of the publicschool students in honour of Poland. Some 1,200 or 1,500 young people belonging to the normal schools and to the faculties of jurispru- dence and medicine participated in the demonstrations when leaving the public lectures. M. de Saint Marc Girardin intended to visit the hotel of Prince Czartoryski. It appears that while upon his way thither the cry of ' Poland for ever !' was raised. Public order, however, was not otherwise disturbed." La France says :—" The despatch which M Drouyn de Lhuys addressed on the 9tli of Jan to M Mercier, the French Minister at Washington, only left by the packet which quitted Liverpool on the 17th of the same month. One essential point mooted in M Mercier's correspondence is that it is necessary to the continuance of the cultivation of cotton that hostilities should be suspended between the present month and the end of March. If in this interval, says the Emperor's representative in a despatch dated the 18th of'Nov last, peace has not become a probability, the cul- ture of cotton will cease, and it is impossible to say whether it will ever be resumed again." SPAIN. General Serrano, acting for Marshal O'Donnell, who is ill, read a royal decree, suspending the sittings of the Cortes This measure has produced a great sensation in Madrid. Senor Pedro Aurioles has been appointed Minister of Justice, and Senor Ulloa Minister of Marine. Senor Isturitz is the new Spanish Ambassador to France; he will set out for Paris on the loth inst. ITALY. The Stampa says:—" The steward of the Emperor Napoleon's possessions at Civita Nuovo, in the Marches, has, in the name of the Emperor, subscribed 5,000f towards the relief of the sufferers from brigandage." In the Chamber of Deputies Signor Petrucelli put a question to the Ministry relative to the present state of things in Poland. The Minister for Foreign Affairs begged the Chamber not to en- GREE0E. The official Coburger Zeitung publishes an account of the nego- tiations in reference to the candidature of the Duke of Coburg for the throne of Greece. The duke made his acceptance of the can- didature dependent upon the four following conditions:— 1. That loyal explanations on the subject should be entered into with the Bavarian dynasty. 2. That the Diet of Gotha should consent to the duke becoming a candidate. 3. That Greece should be mate- rially strengthened. 4, The duke not to renounce his position as a German Sovereign, but only to provisionally conduct the Go- vernment of Greece, until his nephew, the Prince of Coburg- Kohary, should become old enough to ascend the throne. The official Coburger Zeitung further states that the negotiations were broken off by the declaration of the duke that no favourite result could be expected. The National Assembly has resolved that the powers of the members of the Provisional Government shall be maintained, and that they shall have the right of appointing a Council of Ministers. The refusal of Duke Ernest of Saxe- Coburg to become a candidate for the throne of Greece has produced a painful impression. Tranquillity prevails, but doubts are enter- tained in some quarters whether it will be maintained. A decree has been passed by the National Assembly, entrusting the func- tions of Government to three members, each of whom will preside in rotation. AMERICA. M'Clernand's expedition has landed on the Louisiana side of the Mississippi, five miles below the mouth of Yazoo River, in view of Vicksburg. The Federals have destroyed the Confederate iron- clad steamer Cotton, in Bay Outche. They have also flanked the Confederate land forces in that section, and it was supposed the latter would be compelled to surrender. The Federal steamer Reanie was fired into by a Spanish man of war off Havannah. The captain of the Reanie returned to Havannah and communi- cated with the American Consul, who, however, ordered him on board his vessel again. Tiie judge of quarter sessions in Phila- delphia has ordered the grand jury to suspend all other business until they have inquired into the forcible arrest of the editor of the Philadelphia Journal, and have presented the facts to the court. Both houses of the Missouri Legislature have passed a resolution asking Congress to appropriate 25,000,000 dollars for emancipa- tion. A resolution has been introduced in the Jersey Legislature that the people are discouraged by reverses, for which the generals in the field are not responsible, and that the restoration of M'Clel- lan is the only means to save the country from utter ruin. General Burnside is to be examined before a senatorial com- mittee concerning the interference of subordinate officers with his plans. General Franklin has demanded a court- martial to in- quire into the alleged charges against him of tardiness and ineffi- ciency. The Tribune says that the French Minister positively denies being concerned in any scheme to bring about interven- tion. Mr YVadsworth, of Kentucky, has declared in Congress, that if negro regiments were sent into Kentucky, the Kentuckians would resist their passage throughout the state. The Democratic party appears to be gaining strength. A Confederate steamer, Florida, or Orvieto, or Oreto, has run the blockade, and begun a career of piracy by burning the vessels it captures. The Richmond Despatch warns the Democrats and Conservatives of the North to dismiss from their minds the delusion that the South will ever consent upon any terms to re- enter the Union; and says that if the North allowed the South to write a constitu- tion, and gave every guarantee, the South would prefer the Go- vernment of England or France to re- entering the Union. The Neiv York Tribune says the people want to see the Government make war in earnest. The New York Herald and the Times favour the continuance of the war until the Union is restored. There appears to have been great disinclination among the officers ef the army of the Potomac to co- operate in General Burnside's late forward movement. Their conduct amounted almost to insubordination. The general impression prevailed among the officers that the movement would be a failure, and after it was ordered they protested against it. Although they obeyed the orders, they threw all obstacles in the way of carrying out the forward movement. Of one corps, num- bering 15,000 men, only 5,000 appeared on the field. These troops were under the command of one of the generals most opposed to the advance. During the carrying out of the movement a storm of unprecedented severity set in, and the pontoons became fixed in soft mud, where they remained, making transportation im- practicable. After four days' exposure to the storm, the troops returned to their camps much dispirited, with immense numbers on the sick list through exposure. MEXICO! La France says:—" The French found in the fort of Acapulco arms which came from American sources." Advices received from Vera Cruz to the 9th ult state that it was rumoured General Legrate, with 10,000 Mexicans, had made a sortie from Puebla, surprised a French division of 14,000 men at Acacjete, and routed them, killing 2,000. It was also reported that 8,000 Mexican cavalry had surprised General Berthier's division of 4,000 men at Rio Seco in a dense fog, and that during the consternation the French fired upon each other. The French loss was estimated at 1,600. The Mexicans speak confidently of the defensive strength of Puebla. On the 12th inst, at St James's, Piccadilly ( by the Rev Horace Roberts, M. A.), Alexander Benning Shekleten, Esq, M. D., Dub- lin, to Annie, eldest daughter of William Chickall Jay, Esq, cap- tain Horse Battery, H. A. C., 32, Cavendish- square. The Art Journal of November, in its description of Benson's Great Clock, says:—" It has attracted universal attention, its con- struction has, we believe, obtained general and strong approval, it is one of the largest chiming clocks as yet manufactured in this country." Benson's new show rooms contain clocks designed by the first artists of the day, and include clocks for the drawing room, dining room, bed room, library, hall, staircase, bracket, carriage, church, turret, railways, warehouse, counting house, with musical, astronomical, and every description of clock, from the plainest to t>- e highest quality of which the art is at present capable. Church and turret clocks specially estimated for. Benson's illustrated pamphlet on clocks and watches ( free by post for two stamps) contains a short history of clock and watch making, with descriptions and prices; it acts as a guide in the purchase of a clock or watch, and enables those who live in Scotland, Ireland, Wales, the Colonies, India, or any part of the world, to select a clock. J. W. Benson received a Prize Medal and honourable mention, 33 and 34, Ludgate- hill. Established 1749. HER MAJESTY'S HOUNDS. MR EDITOR : The meet last Tuesday was at Iver Heath, and a pleasanter morning for hunting the ' most fastidious could not have wished. It was mild and beautiful, and just the morning to combine sport with pleasure. The hounds were laid on at Fulmer Common, when it appeared the deer ( Punch, true to his name) had described some eccentric circles about the neighbour- hood of the Common, but liejthen took us through Black Park, and over Iver Heath, as if for Uxbridge, when we thought he was going to give us a taste of the grass and Harrow, that now ne- glected but beautiful hunting country ( as he did the last time, when we took him near Ruislip), but Punch changed his mind, and took us to Langley, where he hung about in some enclosures, but at last cleared a road beautifully, in and out, and went away in earnest, leaving Slough to the left, as if for Maidenhead, turned to the right again, towards Burnham, and in the direction of Beaconsfield, and into Burnham Beeches, through which he passed, and was taken close to the One Pin at Hedgerley. It is very curious how many deer run to Hedgerley, and equally singular that the deer on Tuesday week took us almost field for field, and wood for wood, as on a previous occasion, and this for a distance of eighteen miles from point to point, from Datchet to Chesham Birs, beyond Amersham. The run on Tuesday, Feb 10, was two hours and a half, and the runs this season have been generally good. The deer seem to be in excellent wind, and the sport has been very good. Davis once more mounted on a good- looking grey, which looks like carrying him pleasantly, and the hounds are in beautiful condition— not that a great many of the field seem to think very much about them, a large propor- tion of them appear to fancy their vocation is to hunt the deer, and for the hounds to hunt them ! I hope now Lord Bessborougli has joined the hunt again for the season, he will read the riot act to some of the ringleaders, and explain to these eager sportsmen that the following is the proper order .-— First, the deer; second, the hounds ; third, Mr Davis and his men ; fourth, the field. At least, that is the opinion of one who remembers the Queen's Hounds a quarter of a century ago, when the fields were very dif- ferent, and when men rode a great deal more like sportsmen than most of them do now. There are still " good men and true," but their sport is spoiled by the deerstalkers. Would it not be bet- ter always to turn out the deer three or four miles away from the meet, and then trot on to it. I am told they don't go lleersr diking with Mr Heathcote, but ride hard, and have good runs. Hoping that some of our field may take a hint, I remain, yours, & c, A LONDON MAN. LORD PORTSMOUTH AT EGGESFORD. " Iterum, iterumque." MR EDITOR : From the silence of your amusing correspondent, " Rusticus," I may fairly conclude that he was not one of the many who met Lord Portsmouth's Hounds on the 27th of January, at the Eggesford station, and witnessed sucb a run as it does not often fall to the lot of us, even in this favoured county, to partici- pate in. The fixture, as I have already said, was Eggesford station, and at the appointed time the pack was walked about, in an adjacent meadow, to await the arrival of the up and down trains. How many emerged from them " It lists me not declare ; Perhaps there was myself, perhaps some others there;" However, as soon as we were all in the pigskin, his lordship, who, I should premise, brought with him to the fixture his eldest son and daughter— Lord Lymington and Lady Catherine Wallop — gave Dan Berkshire orders to draw " Fox's Meadow," and that covert, as usual, proved itself worthy of its name, for a fine old fox— as the sequel will prove— was instantly on his legs, and, for once, escaping the vigilant eye of Charlie, the first whip, gained some minutes' start— too much, in the opinion of many ; and most undoubtedly so had his pursuers been less steady and persevering. But, although the run began with hunting, over Southercot and Toteleigh Farms, to Tunnevill and Lapford Woods, yet, when the hounds had brought the scent through them—( our foxes, Mr Editor, don't wait to see who's coming)— and over the Exeter turnpike, the rail, and the River Yeo, and were landed on the marshes opposite, it was apparent to us all that, from some cause or other, the scent was improving, for the pace began to mend as the chase swept southwards to the Black Ditch, and leaving Down St Mary slightly on the left, streamed over some comparatively large en- closures in Zeal Monachorum, and up to the plantation on Stad- don Moor. Here our fox turned short to the right, and out came the pack, all abreast, from the cover, and with heads up and sterns down, raced over these old moorlands, carrying such a determined head that some even of the oldest among us, forgetting their usual caution, brought their horses to the fore, and laid up alongside of the pack, screaming with delight. Our noble and kind- hearted master, sir, overlooks these occasional bursts of animation, for he appreciates the feeling that prompts such ecstatic movements, though his " wild- uns'' might not pass ipus- ter in the shires!! Well, sir, on we go, on to Coldridge Barton, and from thence through Cleavehanger and Gilscott, to the mea- dows near Addlehole, on the borders of the Yeo, and so along tbe river side to Bradiford Farm, every hound striving for the lead, and determined to have him, where, in as lovely a spot as fox- hunter in winter or angler in the summer could possibly wish to see, this gallant pack ran into and broke up their fox. Time, two hours and sixteen minutes.— Yours, & c, OLD MERLIN. [ We shall be glad to hear from " Old Merlin" again.] SOUTH BERKS HOUNDS. DEAR BELL : Since I last dipped my pen in ink to write to you our sport has been variable, no one day continuing good to its close. Such a season of catching scent I have never before known; like other misfortunes, good has arisen from them. Hounds seem to have learnt to work for their reward, to have found out that their best friend and safest guide is their own noses, to distrust holloas, and to work out their own line. Had this not been so I doubt if I should have had the satisfaction of record- ing the runs of Friday and Tuesday last. We met on the former day at Stanford- street, and found a wild fox in an excel- lent gorse of our true friend Mr Floyd; a stouter seldom is seen, for he stood before the ladies one hour and twenty minutes, and only saved his brush by the carelessness of a gamekeeper who had left an earth open, which he rolled into in advance only a few yards of the pack, having laid down in a fallow in front of them but a few minutes previously. After this we drew on till four o'clock, when a noble specimen of the race jumped up on Buckle- bury Common in view of the pack, who rattled him over the gorse at a pace that surprised those who are acquainted with this unfavourable soil for scent; again showing that good and bad sccnt more depend upon sticking to the text than some sup- pose. I have not heard a louder cry or witnessed a better head carried by the entire pack all the season. No rose is without its thorn; we found too late to kill, and the fox went straight to the Six Hundred Acre Covert of Fence, and as it was then 5: 30, the order was given to halt, leaving many of us, hounds included, 14 miles to creep home in the dark. When I left them all sterns were well up. The condition of the pack may be equalled, but cannot, I think, be surpassed, and to Travissail honour is due. Tuesday last the meet was Bullmarshe Covert, the scene of our former triumph. As we trotted on, numerous re- marks wereheard " Shan't get a run like the last," '' never was one known before,'' " only a stray courtier from neighbour Garth,'' " too cold for scent," added a fifth. Patience, patience, gentle- men, " hope for the best, be prepared for the worst,'' is the sports- man's proverb. Dark may be the morning— bright the afternoon. A numerous field of men and horses were scattered over the park. No sooner did the hounds enter the heather than the exciting cry was raised, " Tally- ho!" but on the hounds getting forward to the spot no appearance of truth seemed evident to us, as they could not run. Some said it was a " hare,'' and another doubted if we had not been made fools of; but lo 1 again was he viewed, and again by trusty men and true, and yet the hounds could not hunt; at length they obtained a view amongst the furze, but no sooner out of sight than out of scent. At length a se- cond was on foot, and the pair led the fair ones a merry dance round the lake, up one road and down another, sometimes being only a few yards in advance, till all, save old veterans, de- spaired of a run. Ultimately we made a fair start on the east side, the pack pointing towards Mr Palmer's coverts, and again tried our patience by returning into the park. Here he was viewed by the master, who had ridden to the down- wind side, and got a view of Reynard decamping under the lea of Lod- don Bridge. After a little delay the pack came to his line, having, en route, hit the line of another still in covert, and away we rattled towards the River Loddon; across the river and rail they went, whilst the field rode to the bridge. This gave the pack ample time to get fairly to work, and for several miles after- wards more beautiful hunting could not be witnessed, nor a more sporting line of country desired. His point seemed for some little time to have been Bill Hill; but meeting a cart with some dogs as he crossed the road, he turned back, and, after run- ning more like a hare than a fox for five or six fields, he set his head straight for Haines Hill, the residence of " good Master Garth." It was here made evident his heart was sad, for the ladies were intent on mischief; and although a check occurred after crossing the park, he was well carried out of the adjacent covert, and most beautifully hunted over some heavy ploughs. A shepherd, however, turned him back. Still no peace was given. Away they rattled him through it, across the open in view of the field, as he strove to reach Billingbeer ; this he just suc- ceeded in doing, but paid the debt of nature immediately after- wards in the presence of the few who had the good fortunefto be up, as he could not crawl beyond a recently cut portion of the wood. Time in the open, one hour.— Yours, & c, PATIENCE. THE V. W. H. " When time, who steals our cares away, Shall steal our pleasures too, The memory of the past shall stay, And half our joys renew." MR EDITOR : Your columns recording no good things with the V. W. H., lest absent friends should think we have had no sport, and being at the moment afflicted with cacoosthes scribendi, I venture to ask you to report three consecutive good days' sport. SATURDAY, JAN 31.— A hunting run from Driffield, where we had, as usual, thanks to Mr Howell, a choice of foxes, in the afternoon, past Siddington, skirting Mr Bowly's covers, over the Water Meadows and Ashton Heynes road to Dry Leaze, where, possibly, we changed foxes, to Somerford Keynes, as if for Oaksey Wood, turning to the left, over the Minety road. Hounds began to run merrily over the grass, passing close to the Minety Station and Three Horse Shoes; he crossed Berry Hill, into Red Lodge, where we lost, after a very good hunting run of some twelve or thirteen miles, without touching any cover, hounds doing their work in a very painstaking way. TUESDAY, FEB 3.— Williamstrip; ran from one of the home aovers about the hills, and killed in Lappingwell. Late in the afternoon had a very quick thing over the walls from the Home Wood, through Lappingwell, over the race course, past the stone quarries to Barrington Park, hounds marking him towards Tangley ; but the scent failing entirely, owing to a cold sleet storm, we failed to handle him, though viewed but a short way ahead, and dead beat. The country rode very deep, as the stone wall country does always in a wet time, and the horses mostly had quite enough. The master on this occasion gave wonderful evidence of eye and knowledge of localities for riding some twenty stone, and though hounds ran hard, he was at Bar- rington almost with them. His efforts to show sport while in the Vale have been untiring, and his disregard of distances, and never failing good temper, have given great satisfaction. If, as report says, there be any chance of his hunting the Bicester coun- try, it ma}' consider itself fortunate in obtaining tbe services of so efficient a sportsman and so courteous a gentleman. THURSDAY, FEB 5.— Crudwell. A charming morning, bar- ring a thought too much wind, which had blown great guns all night. Drew the covers round Charlton House blank, but found in the osier bed at the bottom of the park. Running the inside of the park, he crossed the wall close to the farm, towards the duke's country, trying Mr Pacey's drain. He pointed for the neutral covers, but turning somewhat down wind, crossed the Cirencester road, leaving Crudwell to the right, over the large grass inclosures to Eastcourt, andonto the low end of Flistridge, where we checked forsomeminutes, hunting very prettily on, past the Minety tollbar, leaving Farley's Gorse on the right, and finally losing him at Mrs Keene's Wood. Time, in all, 55 minutes; up to the check 35 minutes, over as fine a line as ever was ridden, all grass, with the exception of one small ground. Captain M. went quite in the old form. Mr and Mrs P. and the Messrs B. and C., with others, heldtheirown; but the Captain had a rather narrow escapeof being ridden over while on the ground. An old and deservedly popular sportsman, too, was deposited on his waistcoat in a watercourse, and the future Master's hat presented an appearance suggestive of " ground and lofty tumbling.'' Barring these trifling desagremens, when we came to compare notes, it was agreed that we had dropped into a real good thing, wanting only a kill to be quite A 1.— Yours, & c, THE DISTINGUISHED STRANGER. which led us a pretty dance, first to the Dungeon, which did not proveanyprisontohimthistime, andhe continuedhislineontoand over Pitte Me Fell; having tried those earths and found all closed, he passed through Pitte Me Plantation, making back to Q- unner- ton Crags, evidently not wishing to leave his lady love, but here he was baulked, as a man was placed on the spot where the vixen had gone to ground, with whip in hand, and gave notice that there was no admittance at present. He now made up his mind to run for it, and set his head straight south, went through Swin- burn Low Wood, and over that splendid grass country down to the Erring Burn, which he crossed and continued going straight as a bird would fly, and much about the same pace, up to Benkley Gate; here he changed his course to the east, to Dunn's Moor, leaving the gorse covert to his right, and now making towards Fair Springs, but the pace having been so good it was impossible for poor Reynard to live long. Every horseman was now doing his best to see the end of this fine run, but many of the horses that were not as fit as fiddles were pumped, and left in the ditches on their backs, and with no inclination to get up. On the hounds went at racing pace, and running from scent to view, pulled him down in one of those large grass fields between Dunn's Moor and Fair Springs. Time, one hour and a half, over all grass, with the exception of two fields. This day's work was most severe to both hounds and horses, and every hound was up at the finish, which showed their condition to be good.— Yours, & c, TALLY- HO. THE EAST ESSEX FOXHOUNDS. MR EDITOR: Seldom has it fallen to the lot of any pack of hounds to have such a succession of good sport as these have of late met with, scarcely a meet but what has afforded a good run, and finished with a kill. Owing, it is supposed, to the great amount of wet the scent was never known to be better than it has been up to the present time. On Friday, Feb 6, the good old woodland meet of Messing Street afforded one of those strong, genuine foxes for which this part of the country has been so long renowned. The first covert. Layer Wood, occupied by Mr Alder- man Mechi, was drawn blank, but sundry whimpers from a staunch old Talisman, and the feathering backs of other hounds told where his midnight trail had been. Pods Wood, two fields off", was then tried, and no sooner had Mason, the huntsman, drawn his hounds across the lower part of the covert than a view hallo was given, when out burst the idol of many, " fresh as the morn," with the hounds close at him, and, as a matter of course, Mason with them. It took no connoisseur to see the hounds liked their quarry, their feathering backs showed he was no recent importation from Leadenhall; indeed, the words in Jack the Giant Killer, with a slight alteration, occurred to your humble servant, " Fe Fi Fo Fum 1 We smell the blood of a righteous one; Whether he be black, or whether he he red, We'll pick his bones, and leave him dead 1 " Forward ! was the cry, and forward they went, straight through Layer Wood, and then over the open to Cadgens Wood, a long wood, where, being headed, he again returned to take a last, fond look of his old quarters; but no tarrying place was here, straight, through the wood his blood- thirsty followers " pushed" him. He then made a point over the open for Fan Wood, but altering his mind within two fields of it, he bore to the east, over a nice riding country. The hounds not being over ridden, now settled well to their fox. Up to this time the pace had been good ; but now comes the last fifty minutes, over the heaviest plough land in England, at a rattling pace ; fortunately for most the strong old fox now began to play at shorts, which let in a great part of those who would otherwise not have been lucky enough to have seen him eaten, which was accomplished after two hours and ten minutes, almost nullifying the saying, " Along run cannot be a quick one." Mason only had a second whip, the first one, " Joe," being indisposed; but the hounds being full of blood, and a good scent, little help was required. It was gratifying to see the gallant Master, Mr Marriott, who has now hunted the country twenty- four years in succession, in capital health and spirits, and not in the least disconcerted at the idea of a quiet little ride of twenty miles to kennel. No hounds can be much nearer perfection.— Yours, & c, ONE WHO HAD ENOUGH OP IT. frrm o O A GOOD DAY'S SPORT WITH THE TYNEDALE. MR EDITOR: These hounds have had some very good sport, both fast things and long hunting runs, though in consequence of the continued high winds they have not lately brought to hand as many foxes as usual, but the day's sport I am about to mention terminated most satisfactorily, it being the first day for long with- out high wind, and what might be called pleasant hunting. It was on the 9th February, and the meet was at Chipchase. The hounds did not arrive at the castle till twelve o'clock, in conse- quence of the hard and rough state of the roads from frost. The master came up shortly afterwards, and desired that the woods round the old castle should be drawn first. Then trotted off to Park House and Mollerburn Plantations, which also proved blank. The next draw was the Dungeon Plantation, and a fox broke to the south, crossed Gunnerton Crags, and on to Swinburn Low Wood, where he made a circuit and returned to Gunnerton Crags, entering at the west eud, and running the whole length from west to east. This was a beautiful sight for those below watching the determined pack working all through the coppice wood and rocks, but she at last got to ground in some main earths. At that moment another fine fox was hallooed away THREE GOOD DAYS WITH MR RADCLIFFE'S. Ms EDITOR: I am quite sure you are at all times ready and willing to chronicle good sport, whether it be with a noble duke or a country squire; therefore may I ask you to give your nume- rous readers a report of three good days in succession with our worthy little squire of Hyde, Mr Radcliffe. No. 1— JAN 29— was from the old favourite meet of all good Vale men, Short Wood, and although not a large field, there were some few of the right sort, who will long remember the day. Found immediately on entering Short Wood, and broke towards the village of Mappowder, but, from some unknown cause, could not get settled to him, and as there was a halloo back, Kennett very judiciously gave them another turn in Short Wood, but to no purpose. They then trotted on to Bewley Wood, blank, and on to Chandler's Copse, between Castle Hill and Buckland, where as good a fox as ever travelled the Vale of Blackmoor was waiting for them. He immediately took to the hill over Buck- land, on to Eight Acres Copse, when he was headed back, leaving Woodfalls to the left, to the Dungeon behind Castle Hill, through the Glanvilles Wottan Covers, and on to the Holwell Plantations, bearing a little to the right to Pulharn Gorse, and nearly to Hum- ber Wood, then over the Hazelbury Brook to Hazelbury Mill. Up to this point the pace was first- rate, the Vale being terribly heavy; many were already in difficulties, and the falls numerous. " Forrard," was the order of the cay, and on they went right merrily across the common, pointing for Deadmoor, leaving the cover to the left, and on to Hayden, leaving the farm house to the right, and on to Fifehead. to Sturminster Common, where a nasty check ensued in a piece of cold, wet fallow, when a halloo forward towards Puddle Wood induced Kennett to lift his hounds to, un- fortunately, a fresh fox. Nearly at the same time a halloo was heard towards Whitmore, which turned out to be the desired one " dead beat," as he was seen by some boys, who could run round him ; but being afraid to touch him, I hope he still lives for another good day. The fresh fox took Kennett and his game pack through Puddle Wood and over the river Stour to Mansten, only two of the field crossing, where they were obliged to whip off, night coming on, and having nearly five and twenty miles home, where they reached at a quarter past ten o'clock.' Messrs Wes- ton, P. Hambro. M. Guest," and Radcliffe, jun, were all in their proper places during this trying run, and up to Sturminster Com- mon nothing could be better than the manner in which Kennett managed his hounds and rode his old favourite Jacob, going from end to end without a mishap. Distance— Eight Acres Copse to Sturminster Common, nine miles as a crow would fly. No. 2.— FEB 2.— The meet was Peter's Finger, Higher Lytchefct, and after drawing a few small covers blank, found in Bulberry, and across the fields to Higher Lytchett, Lytchett Park and High Wood, over the main earths, and into Mr Drew's park; getting over the wall at the farther end ( Bailey Gate side), and across the fields to Sturminster, and one field from Mr W. Martin's house he was run into, after a very quick hour and twenty- six minutes; one and all partook of the hospitality of as good a specimen of a Dorsetshire yeoman and sportsman as ever rode to hounds. No. 3.— FEB 5.— The fixture was Wolverton Clump, near Dor- chester, where as goodly a muster of the right sort were assembled as need be seen, including several ladies, and who, by the bye, at the present time in Dorsetshire can and do ride well to hounds. We first tried two or three very small covers blank, when the joyful note was heard from some foot people, a brace having jumped up in a piece of fallow on Mr Mayo's farm. The one selected made his point towards Barton turn- pike- gate, but was headed back round by the Sherborne turn- pike- road ; turned short to the right, facing nearly the whole field, and after an extraordinary fast fifteen minutes, killed in the open, near Muston farm- house. Whilst killing their fox, an- other was hallooed forward. The Squire immediately blew his horn, and Kennett lost no time in obeying orders, and at it we went in real earnest ; over Charles Mayo's farm. Lovelass's, and Dunning's, through Little King Grove, to Great King Grove, over the Ceme road, leading to Piddle Hinton, bearing to the left to the Sherborne road, and running the road half a mile. He then turned short to the right over the Downs to the Serpentine Copse, in view of the hounds, and was run into after one hour and six minutes, without a check, one and all crying " Enough." Many of the field were not aware of the first kill, which will give you an idea of the pace of the first fox. Many of the horses will not be seen in the field again for some days. It did us all good to see the way our worthy Squire rode his old mare Polly, more like a lad of fifteen years, never leaving his hounds an inch farther than working distance.— Yours, & c, OLD NELSON, Milton Abbey, near Blandford. THE RUFFORD HOUNDS^ MREDITOR : So fine a day's sport as these hounds had on Thurs- day, Feb 5, deserves some place in the columns of your paper. Our meet was Beesthorpe, where many a good fox has ere now been found : but in this instance, alas! he was not at home, much to the surprise of the whole field, as the keeper had announced that foxes were plentiful, and we had to wait until, in Roe Wood, the cheery bolloa of the popular master told us a fox was on foot. Close at his brush the hounds drove him through Roe Wood and Dales' Wood, when he pointed as if for Southwell, but turning by some small plantations he ran along the Kirklington Hills into Redgate; through this covert they rattled him merrily, andhe broke away in the direction of Eakring Brail, but after crossing two fields he turned short back, and was run into by the side of the turnpike road, after as good a twenty- seven minutes'as need be wished for. But our best sport was yet to come. After drawing Eakring Brail blank, Mauser Gorse was the order, and finding immediately ran once round Dillenor and through Nuttwood Springs away in the direction of Kirklington, but turning to the left this good fox ( not a three- legged one, as these hounds have sometimes found in certain coverts), ran through one quarter of Roe Wood, and away to Maplebeck, where our first check oc- curred : time, up to this, twenty- five minutes. However, Davis hit him oft again by the side of some osier beds, and away toward Beesthorpe, over the brook, where one individual anxious for distinction remained, a grmvler at his untimely fate— on through Mather Woods and Park Springs, skirting Wickburn Park, his point was his native gorse and Dillenor Wood, but passing which he dropped down into the Eakring Fields, and made for the Brail, the hounds close at him. Away again towards Redgate, but turn- ing to the left he was run to ground in an open drain close to the place where he was found, after a fine hunting run of two hours and twenty minutes, the first part of which was exceedingly fast. It was altogether a first class run, and nothing could surpass the manner in which the hounds did their work, and stuck to their fox. Major Welfitt may indeed congratulate himself that Davis has in so short a time been able to bring such a perfect pack into the field. No one knows better than the gallant major the neces- sity of getting hounds quick upon their fox when once on foot, and of making a rapid cast when hounds check ; indeed, in this cold- scenting country no dawdling will do, and if a huntsman is to kill his fox, a few minutes gained or lost at first make all the dikerence between his killing or losing him. Long life and hap- piness then to such sportsmen as the gallant major and his hunts- man Davis. Another good day on Saturday from Park Hall, killing a brace of dog foxes, after two hours with the first and thirty- five minutes with the second.— Yours, & c, X. Y. Z, THE HOLDERNESS HOUNDS. MR EDITOR : These hounds are having very good sport this season. On the 3d inst a large field met at Houghton Hall, near Market Weighton, and we were all glad to see the member for Beverley once more amongst us. It was a lovely hunting morn- ing, and no sooner were the hounds thrown into the covert behind the mansion than a loud crash was heard, and away they went, too close to be pleasant. Round and round the woods he ran, until, after several vain attempts to break away, the fox was chopped in a ride out of which escape was impossible, owing to the crowd who had assembled to see the meet. Within a few moments a halloa was heard on the opposite side, and away went a brace of foxes, one pointing to Arras, the other in the direction of Market Weighton. Unfortunately the leading hounds went away with the latter and lost him. after a slow hunt- ing run of about half an hour. We then drew the famous " Stick Heap'' at Arras, and away went as gallant a fox as ever ran before a pack of hounds. For five- and- thirty minutes the pace was ter- rific, hounds and horses literally racing over the most sporting part of the Wolds for Bishop Burton, when suddenly they turned sharp to the left up to Etton West Wood At this point some of those who were fortunately on thorough bred horses ( and most real Holderness men care about riding nothing else), " their valour having got the better of their judgment," might have been fairly twitted with over riding the hounds— however, time would not admit of this, as the check was only mo- mentary. Skirting the Spinny at the back of the Farmhouse, off we went again at a rattling pace apparently for Market Weighton, miles away, but being headed the fox changed his mind, and pointed for Houghton Woods. Again being turned on approaching the road by a ploughman and his team, he was forced back towards Arras, and ran a long way in view for the plantations. Through them he bore away towards South Dal ton, struggling gallantly on to the last gasp, when the hounds pulled him down in the open, after one of the finest runs of the season, over the most beautiful country to a sports- man's eye in the East Riding of Yorkshire, or elsewhere. Time, one hour and thirty- three minutes. The condition of the hounds was a credit to any master, and not one was wanting when they broke up their fox. It would have done any real sportsman's heart good to hear the shrill wlio- whoop. and to wit- ness the triumphant ecstacy of that fai- famed huntsman " Bacchus,'' with his jolly good- natured red face and sparkling eyes beaming with delight, as he handed over to his compagnons de chasse the trophies he had so gallantly won. The only circum- stance which marred to a great extent the pleasures of this bril- liant run was the absence of our gallant master, Mr Hall, who, with his youngest child, the pet of the field, and one of the hardest and most accomplished riders across country in England, left us when the hounds met, on being informed at the hall for the first time of the sudden death of a near relative.— Yours, & c, AN OLD FOXHUNTER, A FIRST PEEP AT THE PROVINCES. MR EDITOR : My horses Saving been laid up with the pre- valent " mud fever," and requiring a little rest, 1 thought I could not do better than, taking advantage of the open weather, like a second " Mr Sponge," make a sporting tour, and visit what our friend " Mr Jorrocks," in his lectures, calls the " cut- em- down countries." After a little reflection. I decided on making Rugby my head quarters, as from that place I had the choice of five of the best packs in England, namely, the Atherstone, the Pytchley, the Warwickshire, the North Warwickshire, and Mr Tailby's, in Leicestershire, all of which can be met within tolerably easy distances. Shortly after leaving London we ran through the beautiful Harrow country, the scene of many a good run ill the days of John Elmore and Bill Bean. Being all grass and strongly fenced in, it was an excellent preface to what I was to see lower down the line. Nothing is easier than to ride over a country out of a railway carriage or over the mahogany after dinner, but it was apparent that it required a goed man and a good horse to get over the Harrow country. The extension of building and those odious wire fences have now utterly ruined what was once one of the finest bits of country in the kingdom. This was succeeded by the ploughs of Hertfordshire, and from Watford to Tring the country had more interest for one of Mr Mechi's school than for a sportsman on a riding view of it. Although I had as a travelling companion the second volume of Kinglake's Invasion of the Crimea, I could not help looking out of the window nearly the whole of the journey in admiration of the country, as yet known to me only by report. Once into North- amptonshire, there was a visible increase in the size of the fences, showing that a man must have his heart in the right place to at- tempt to get across them, as there was a decided noli- me- tangere look about the posts and rails. Having been kindly provided by a friend with an excellent passport to Mr John Darby, the celebrated horse dealer, imme- diately on my arrival I went to his house, and, thanks to my letter of introduction, I was most kindly and hospitably received. Mr Darby has always on show a splendid show of horses, and his stables are a treat to see. If any of your readers are, like myself, fond of seeing first- class horses and fine stables, I recommend them to pay Mr Darby a visit. I have never seen any so perfectly ventilated, and they were throughout as sweet as a drawing- room. This is the surest sign of good stabling. Having three or four hours on hand, I took a walk across country to see what style of fences had to be encountered the next morning. They were nearly all live thorn, wUh a big ditch, and there were but few gaps. If there was a weak place, the vacuum was filled by a strong post and rail. As this is to a great extent a grazing country, they are compelled to make the fences extra strong to keep iii the cattle when stung by the flies in the summer, and they are alto- gether very different from what one meets with in Hants. I took up my quarters at the George Hotel, and the only observation I shall make about that establishment is that, following the conti- nental system, there is a tariff" hung up in the coffee room, so that you can see the price of everything before you order it; and every man, as the saying is, can cut his coat according to his cloth. I considered their prices fair and reasonable, and if all other hotels were to adopt the same practice, there would be less grumbling. The livery stables in this town are very good, the horse feed good and liberal, and the charges decidedly reasonable. On the following morning, Wednesday, Feb 4, I went across to Mr Darby's yard, and found to my astonishment that he was going to mount six other men ; so, strongly escorted, I met the Pytchley at Crick, one of their crack meets. I never saw such a sight before. There were nearly 500 horse- men present, and a splendid pack of hounds, headed by Charles Payne, one ef the finest horsemen in England. A gentleman to whom I had been introduced kindly pointed out to me all the celebrities, but the Editor of the Court Journal alone could enu- merate all the aristocracy present. It appeared to me as if all the well- known faces in Pall- mall, St James's- street, a* « d Tattersall's, during the season, had met together on horseback. Lord Spen- cer, the master, headed this splendid regiment of sportsmen, and led the way to the covert. Just then, seeing a gentleman who occasionally hunts in Hants, I asked him where they were going to draw, as I saw no signs of a wood or even thick hedge- row. " In there," was his reply, and, pointing over the hedge, he showed me the celebrated Crick Gorse, which is at the most four acres large. Reminiscences of Crabwood, Parnell, Ampfield, Micheldever, and other woods of a thousand acres, too numerous to mention and too dreadful to think of, flitted across me. The whole field was drawn up together on one side of the gorse, the hounds were thrown in, and I did not hear a horn or halloo. After, perhaps, ten minutes, which I am told is looked upon as a long draw, there was a tremendous " Tally- ho— gone away," and a big fox went straight away in sight of the whole field, followed closely by only four couples of hounds ; then Charles Payne blew a few notes on his horn, and the body of the pack came on. The field rushed for a start; but, in justice to them, I saw far less jealousy than is occasionally shown in the south From the pace the hounds went, and being a stranger, I did not expect to see very much more than the find, when, fortunately, Mr Darby who, in the morning, thought he was too unwell to come out, unexpectedly came by, and said, as he galloped past, " Come along, follow me— I will show you the run;" and I must say that a better pilot does not exist. He always contrived to keep the hounds at a moderate distance on his right, so that I perfectly saw their working from find to finish, and, in addition, the exploits and catastrophes of the field. The eminent novelist, Mr Whyte Melville, was, I am told, first during the great part of the run, and the Due d'Aumale, who was a guest of Lord Ingestre, clearly showed that all his riding had not been acquired in former days in the Champs Elysees. The fox ran over what is called the Lilburne country, the like of which I had never seen, as there was not one single ploughed field or large wood in the neighbourhood. Numerous were the cases of coming to grief, and I heard that there were twenty- three falls and eleven loose horses during the run. Toward the latter part of it a fresh fox jumped up, and there was a slight check, but Payne eleverly held the hounds on the line of the hunted fox, and atter a fine piece of hunting, by a church, just before arriving at Stanford Hall, they killed him moot hand- somely, after what even the " swells" themselves called a good gallop. At the finish I never saw so many muddy coats before; but, thanks to Mr Darby's magnificent mount and his excellent piloting, I got to the end without getting into any trouble. I did not go to Hemplow to see them draw for their second fox, but I heard they found, and had another good gallop. A man who has hunted all his life in a plough or woodland country has really no conception of tbe delightful sensation of going from one big field to another entirely on grass. On Friday, Feb 6,1 met the Atherstone at Stretton, and had a capital gallop over the Lawford country to the end of the town at Rugby, where the fox went to ground. Having accidentally assumed the nom de plume of a gentleman who writes on racing matters, I apologise to him for having as- sumed his title, as hunting is my theme, and I know nothing of the turf.— Yours, & c, iEsop ( of Hants). THE CHIDINGFOLD HOUNDS. MR EDITOR : On Friday these hounds met at the Witley Station, the morning quiet and propitious. They threw off in the cover north of the line, where there was fair drag; then, crossing into Mr Pinkard's covers, the hounds mended on it; eventually they neared the lair, and in a short time no less than three foxes were moving. The one taking south west was selected by Mr Sadler. In a few minutes they dashed oft, leaving, I am sorry to say, several of the field in the rear ; the pace was such, they had a poor chance of coming up. I forbear filling your valuable space with the names of the several folds and hursts with which this Wealden country abounds, and only give a general outline. Taking the open as much as possible, they pointed for Freding- hurst, crossing on their way Coombe Court Park, nearing Killing- hurst ; bearing to the left, skirted the brook for some distance, crossing for Cherfold, headed in a sheep field, bore round for Chidingfold, crossing the breok, through the Vicar's garden, over the turnpike road to the right, where Reynard, feeling himself sorely pressed, with a poor chance of escape by flight, sought ad- mittance in an old woman's wood- house. Being refused this favour by the old lady, pushed forward over the hill by the kennels, on to a barn and yard on tbe hill, where he bolted into a straw- house. Up to this there was not a check or hesitation, run- ning like view all the way. Our fox was dislodged from a beam where he had perched, pushed off'again, but too much blown to leave a small cover, where he was pulled down. He proved a fine dog fox, of the old- fashioned, staunch sort, giving a splendid run of forty- five minutes, without a check or cast. Although the hounds have had many first- rate runs this season ( this being the third in succession), and, perhaps, more worthy of recording in the veteran Life, still, this was a good specimen of what the hounds can do. ' They are kept in a quiet, unostentatious manner by the Messrs Sadler, and through the kindness of several masters of hounds, and judicious breeding, they have got together a capital pack, and do the gentlemen much credit, particularly Mr Thomas 8adler, who hunts them. His good, practical know- ledge, decision, and judgment, fairly entitling him to rank amongst the best gentlemen huntsmen of the day.— Yours, & c, FOXHUNTEB. THE CAMBRIDGESHIRE HOUNDS- MB EDITOR : In spite of the high winds we have had for the last three weeks, this pack have had their share of sport. On Friday, Feb 6, the meet was Stowe Fox. Stowe Wood was the first cover drawn, and soon a good fox was unkennelled, and breaking cover at once, he made his first point for Kingston Wood, but got headed at the railroad; he then turned to the right. Leaving Bourn on our right, our fox now took a straight line to Caxton Village, which we left on our right. Going down wind the scent was not good, but still we kept on at a good hunting pace to nearly 8 wanley Grove. Here we came to our first check, and very nearly a fatal one, but Press was up and quickly handled his pack. He held them round Swanley Grove, and hit hisfex off again, the hounds at once getting close at him. It was a pretty sight to see the whole pack streaming away, our fox gal- lantly taking the open again, but to die. " Forward 1 away !'* was theory; catch them if you can, nothing but a good one could live with the hounds. Leaving the gibbet on our right, and crossing the beautiful Caxton inclosures, and the Caxton Brook, where all got safe over; here Reynard tried the main earths, but the doors were shut; he was therefore obliged to trust to his strength, the hounds racing for bim. " Forward!" was still the cry, to Stowe Hall, the seat of Mr Stanley. The fox jumped the garden wall, and taking refuge in a closet, the hounds being close at him, the whole pack dashed through, and at once made piecemeal of their well- earned game. For the last half hour there was not a moment's chec k. Thus ended as good a run of one hour and a half as the heart could wish. While the hounds were breaking up their fox in the front of the house, about 100 of the field partook of the hospitality of Mr Stanley, who is a real sportsman, and a staunch preserver of foxes.— Yours, & c, A CAMBRIDGESHIRE MAN. PUNCTUALITY WITH HOUNDS. MR EDITOR : " Punctuality is the soul of business," and the proverb holds as good with hunting as with any more serious oc- cupation. Most packs of hounds are now advertised to meet at eleven ; but it is very often a good quarter past before they leave the meeting place. We are all much later in our habits than our forefathers ; we dine and go to bed later, and, consequently, are not up so early in the morning as they used to be; and what the next generation will do it is impossible and fearful to contem- plate. We now meet hounds at a time that our grandfathers began to think of going home. In like manner, as they say" One hour's sleep before midnight is worth two hours after," so is one hour before twelve at noon for hunting; hounds, horses, and men are alike fresher and keener, and they never go so well as they do with their first fox ; after a very long draw, the enthusiasm, like Bob Acres' courage, begins to ooze out. Too great punctuality cannot possibly be observed with hounds. A punctual master is sure to command the respect of his field. Of course, a nobleman or gentleman who hunts his own hounds at his own expense may, to a certain extent, start when he pleases ; but the master of a subscription pack cannot possibly be too particular about starting the very moment the time is up. He may, possibly, get a hard word from some proverbially lazy fellow, who cannot leave his feather bed ; but he will secure the respect of all true sportsmen. If the meet is advertised at a quarter to eleven, as the clock strikes he should give the word to his huntsman to be off. Now, I wish most seriously to condemn a practice which is prevalent in many places, namely, that of waiting for great men— large landholders or hundred- pound subscribers; and, at the risk of being con- sidered a regular Radical, I most emphatically declare, that the man who makes it his habit to keep a large field waiting until he condescends to appear, is, in the fullest acceptation of the word, a snob. It is simply the act of a parvenu or ignorant person, who, by keeping a large body of gentlemen waiting, thinks to make himself of consequence. In these railway days, when men are insensibly schooled into habits of punctuality, there is no exeuse why a man cannot be at the Cat and Custard Pot at 11: 45 with the same exactness as he would be at the Lily white Sand Station for the up train.— Yours, & c, JESOP ( of Hants). VULPECIDISM IN NORFOLK. Some sensation has been occasioned in West Norfolk by the attempted sale, by a higgler, at East Dereham, of four trapped foxes. Two of them— a dog and a vixen— were purchased by an indignant gentleman, and hung up on either side of Dereham Corn Exchange. The following address has been circulated on the subject:—" YEOMANRY OF NORFOLK: Is it possible that your crest is so fallen that you, who have lately welcomed with triumphal arches H R. H. the Prince of Wales to our county, and escorted him 400 or 500 strong to the covert side to meet your en- ter prising and liberal master of the hounds, Henry Villebois, Esq, will quietly or tamely permit the higgler or buyer of rabbits from S waff ham to carry on this shameful traffic with the keepers of Norfolk ? I cannot imagine it. Be up, and join with your com- mittee to expose the whole of this shameful traffic, and all con- nected with it, to the world at large, and thus vindicate the honour of owners of property in this county, whom it is scarcely possible not to believe must be free from all participation in this disgrace- ful transaction,— A SPOBTSMAN AND OCCUPIER." ' 4 BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON, FEBRUARY 15, 1863. SUPPLEMENT TO BELL'S LIFE IN On SUNDAY NEXT, a GRATUITOUS SUP- PLEMENT will be published with " Bell's Life in London." SPORTING- CHRONICLE. [ LATEST EDITION.] TEE T U E F. — — BETTING AT TATTEESALL'S MONDAY, FEB 9,— Speculation this afternoon was unusually dull, and although the desultory wagering when strung together made up a tolerably long list, a moiety of it is scarcely worth quotation, being chiefly compiled from single investments to in- significant amounts. Douche had been in some request in the City for the Lincolnshire Handicap, as had ^ Satellite for the Liverpool Steeple Chase, and the City movement was followed up by some investments at " the Corner." For the Northampton- shire Stakes, G- rimston and Croagh Patrick were alone meddled with; and for the City and Suburban, Gardener— about whom 1,000 to 30 was first laid— was finally backed at the same price as Queen of Spain— 25 to 1. Throughout the afternoon 20 to 1 was offered on the field for the Chester Cup, but so unimportant were the doings thereon that further remarks would be superfluous. There was a decided inclination to lay against Hospodar for the two Thousand, and although 400 to 100 was once taken about him, those odds were freely offered afterwards without being accepted, Half a point more was booked about Saccharometer to a " cen fcuiy,'' though. layers were disinclined to go on at the price, and 11 to 1 was more than once taken about Michael Scott. 70 to 40 was booked about the two favourites; 400 to 20 about Hos- podar winning this race and the favourite the Derby, and 800 to 10 about Hospodar winning the Guineas, Lord Clifden the Derby, and The Orphan the Oaks. Five ".' monkeys'' were offered on the field for the Derby, and although ino investment followed the offer, not a fraction more was forthcoming about Lord Clifden, while double these odds to £ 400 were laid byva well- known book- maker, who had been saving his " Saccharomet- er money" to the noble owner of the second favourite, who was very willing to increase his investments at the above price. Hospodar at 12 to 1 was unbacked, and, after several endeavours to obtain longer odds, 25 to 1 was taken about Automaton and once to a small.' sum about Carnival. 1,000 to 35 was twice, booked about National Guard, and after 1,000 to 30 had been laid against Jarnicoton, thirty " ponies" were taken, Respecting the others quoted below, the investments on them were the reverse of heavy, and the betting, on the extreme outsiders; more especially, was fraught with more amusement than importance. THURSDAY, FEB~ 12.— A mere " handful" of £ the " regular frequenters of the Room looked in during the afternoon, as the majority of the members were either at Reading or assisting at the sale of the late Mr Gratwicke's stud. Of the few bets made, the only one of any importance was an investment of upwards of £ 100 en Michael Scott, at 10 to 1, for the Two Thousand, those odds having been " wanted'' in the City during the morning. 9 to 2 was the current offer on the field, although a small bet of 85 to 20— originating in some little badinage— was booked about Saccharometer. For the City and Suburban, Gardener was backed for £ 20 at 25 to 1; and the only transactions for the Chester Cup that came under our notice consisted of the like odds being taken to the same amount about Black Deer, and 33 to 1 to a small sum about Zetland. The Liverpool Steeple Chase was not mentioned. For the Derby, 5 to 1 was offered against Lord Clifden, 40 to 1 was taken about Taje, 2,000 to 40 about Melrose, and^ the same odds to a " tenner" about Early Purl. 1,000 to 10 was also laid against Baldwin, LINCOLN HANDICAP. MONDAY. THCRSDAY. Douche............ Goodwin 18 to 1 ( tk) .... LIVERPOOL STEEPLE CHASE. Satellite Private 20 to 1 ( tk) .... Jealousy .......... C. Bennett.... 25 to 1 ( tk) .... NORTHAMPTONSHIRE STAKES. Grimston .... Private 12 to 1 ( tk) .... Croagh Patrick.... T. Cliff 15 to 1 ( tk) .... CITY AND SUBURBAN. Queen of Spain .... W. Treen 25 to 1 ( tk) .... Gardener .......... EUiett ........ 25 to 1 ( off) .... 25 to 1 ( tk) Misfortune ........ W. Saunders.. 33 to 1 ( tk) .... Argonaut G. Manning .. 33 to 1 ( tk) Colleen Rhue ...... J. Doyle ...... 40 to 1 ( tk) Croagh Patrick .... T. Cliff 40 to 1 ( tk) .... CHESTER CUP. Stradella .......... T. Jennings .. 20 to 1 ( off) .... Aufield............ Godding ...... 25 to 1 ( off) .... LeMarechal ...... Jos. Dawson .. 30 to 1 ( tk) .... Zetland E. Parr 33 to 1 ( tk) .... 33 to 1 ( tk) Caller On W. I'Anson.,.. 33 to 1 ( tk; .... Amelia..... .. J. Scott 33 to 1 ( tk) .... Black Deer ........ Godding 33 to 1 ( tk) .... 25 to 1 ( tk) TWO THOUSAND. Hospodar T. Jennings .. 4 to 1 ( off) .... Saccharometer .... Cliannell 9 to 2 ( tk) .... Michael Scott...... J. Scott ...... 11 to 1 ( tk) .... 10 to 1 ( tk) TomFool.......... Stinton........ lOOto 7 ( off) .... DERBY. Lord Clifden. ...... E. Parr 5 to 1 ( oft) .... 5 to 1 ( off) Saccharometer Chanuell 10 to 1 ( tk) .... Hospodar .... T. Jennings .. 12 to 1 ( off) .... Tom Fool .... Stinton 23 to 1 ( off) Automaton Jos. Dawson .. 25 to 1 ( tk) .... Carnival ... Godding 25 to 1 ( tk) NationalGuard.... J, Watson .... 1000 to 85 ( tk) .... Jarnicotou; T. Jennings .. 30 to 1 ( tic) Michael Scott . J. Scott 40 to 1 ( tk) .... Kapid Rhone T. Dawson.... 40 to 1 ( tk) .... Taje .... T. Taylor 40 to 1 ( off) .... 40 to 1 ( tk) Early Purl .. J. Scott 50 to 1 ( tk) .... 50 to 1 ( tk) Pratique . Godding 50 to 1 ( off) .... Melrose... .. J. Scott — .... 50 to 1 ( tk) Munich . J. Day ........ 1000 to 15 ( off) .... Baldwin ,. H. Goater .... 3000 to 38 ( tk) .... 100 to 1 ( tk) Maccaroni Godding 3000 to 30 ( tk) .... Queen Bertha .... J. Scott 1000 to 10 ( tk) .... Dunsinane W. Arnull .... 4000 to 33 ( tk) .... Onesander Jes. Dawson .. 1000 to 8 ( tk) .... LATEST CITY BETTING- FRIDAY. LIVERPOOL STEEPLE CHASE. 9 to 1 agst Satellite ( tk 10 to 1) 100 to 6 Jealousy ( off) 20 to 1 agst Master Bagot ( tk and off) 40 to 1 Lincoln ( tk) CITY AND SUBURBAN. 20 to 1 agst Gardener ( tk 25 to 1) Two THOUSAND. 10 to 1 agst Michael Scott ( tk) BETTING AT MANCHESTER— FRIDAY NIGHT, ( BY ELECTRIC TELEGRAPH.) WATERLOO CUP. 14 to 1 agst Mr Spinks's nomination ( tk) - Mr Blackstock's nomination ( tk) • Mr Worrall's nomination ( tk) - Mr Brundrit's nomination ( tk) • Mr Bake's nomination ( tk) • Lord Sefton's nomination ( tk) - Mr Borron's nomination ( tk) • Mr Knowles's nomination ( tk) • Mr Bateman's nomination ( tk) • Mr Johnstone's nomination ( tk) LIVERPOOL STEEPLE CHASE. 10 to 1 agst Satellite ( tk) i 25 to 1 agst Shropshire ( tk) 14 to 1 Jealousy ( tk) | 25 to 1 Jerusalem ( tk) DEBBY 6 to 1 agst Lord Clifden ( oft) 14 to 1 16 to 1 20 to 1 35 to 1 40 to 1 40 to 1 40 to 1 40 to 1 40 to 1 TURF NEWS FROM FRANCE. Mons de La Motte has sold the steeple chase horse Trembleur 4B a stallion, and he will stand for the season at Amiens. Mons Fasquel's Bouteille a l'Encre, 3 yrs, and a two year old colt have gone into H. Jennings's stable, to be trained for their engagements. Mr T, Carter has purchased Denise, by Fitz- G- ladiator, 4 yrs, and Reine, 3 yrs, of the Duke de Morny. There is to be a day's steeple chasing on Monday, June 1, at the Bew Course of Vincennes, when the following prizes will be run for:— 10, OOOf, open to all horses, gentleman riders; a Handicap of 6, OOOf, and 3,506f for half bred horses. It is reported that the G rand International Race of 100, OOOf will take place 011 the 31st of May, and that the steeple chase day at Vincennes has been fixed so as to give visitors to Paris the chance of a second day's sport. The Salon des Courses at Paris opened on Wednesday, the 4th inst, and appended is a list of the first afternoon's betting:— FRENCH DERBY. 20 to 1 agst Mons Robin's Marjolet ( off) 20 to 1 Mons Aumont's Magny ( tk) 20 to 1 Count de Lagrange's Hospodar ( tk) 20 to 1 Lord Stamford's Armagnac ( tk) 20 to 1 Lord Stamford's Brick ( tk) 25 to 1 Mons Schickler's Charles Martel ( tk) 30 to 1 Mons Delamarre's Bilboquet ( tk) 20 to 1 Count de Lagrange's Filbustier ( tk) GRAND PRIZE. 20 to 1 agst Count de Lagrange's Jarnicoton 20 to 1 —— Capt Lane's Blue Mantle CONTENTS OF THE SUPPLEMENT. LIST OF HORSES IN TRAINING IN FRANCE. ADDITIONAL HORSES IN TRAINING IN IRELAND. INTELLIGENCE EXTRA. RACING IN INDIA: THIRD DRAGOON GUARDS' MEETING AT AHMEDNUGGUR. ANGLING: ANTICIPATIONS OT SPRING FISHING. By " Fin." FISHING QUARTERS ABROAD. No. 5. AQUATICS : VANBERDECKEN'S LOG TOR 1862. No. 2. SHIFTING - BALLAST, & C. CRICKET : MEETINGS OF SURREY AND SUSSEX COUNTY CLUBS, & C. IMPERIAL PARLIAMENT, CHESS, AND MISCELLANEOUS NEWS. The stallion Polish recently died in Irelcnd. The Book Calendar of " Races to Come" is advertised for pub- lication on Monday, Feb 16. The Hoo Race Meeting is discontinued, and a Plate of 50 sovs lias been offered to the Harpenden race committee for a Trainers' tace. The horses in training, & c, the property of the late Mr Grat- vrLcke, will be sold by auction at Hyde Park- corner, on Monday, March 2. Mr Harraway, of Easton Farm, requests us to state that Dar- lington, 4 yrs— formerly trained by Treen— has been ridden for some months as a hack and hunter. KNIGHTON RACES.— An advertisement of this meeting appears ia another column, and the introduction of steeple chases for bond fide hunters is a new feature in the programme, the line selected being entirely over meadow land, with moderate fences. NATIONAL PETITION.— In the list of " Winning Horses in Ireland" our correspondent returned the above as " by Humming Bird or Vandyke." We are reqnested to state, on the authority of his owner and breeder, the hon member for Cashel, that he is by Vandyke out of Primrose. MATCHES AT LINCOLN.— The following matches are made to be run at Lincoln on the day before the meeting:— Match, for £ 25 a side, p. p., one mile, Mr Newman's Magician, 12st, Mr M. Clark's Cherokee, lOst; Match, for £ 25 a side, p. p., two miles, Mr M, Clark's Cherokee, list, Mr Bancroft's Confidence, list. LIVERPOOL SPRING MEETING.— It will be seen on reference to oar advertising columns that a new race— The Prince of Wales Cup— has been added to the programme for the first day. The race originated at the suggestion of several members of the Turf who are desirous of commemorating the event of his royal high- aess's marriage. THE SPRING HANDICAPS. NORTHAMPTON, NEWMARKET, AND EPSOM. It must be satisfactory to the framers of the several spring han- dicaps to witness with how practical a compliment their labours have been received. Neither 011 the first publication of the weights nor the appearance of the acceptances has there been anything like a rush to get on ; and people assemble at Hyde Park- corner rather to watch for some sign of the times than to support any pe- culiar fancy of their own. Even the Stradella feeling would seem to be already abating, although the mare remains in nothing but the Chester Cup, and can never hope to be so well in anything again. Further than this, the top weights are pretty generally satisfied, and the whole system will bear very favourable comparison with the principle and practice of former years. Of course, in a fair, sportsmanlike handicap, there will be a number of weeds and wretches that cannot cry content with anything like a comparative allowance, and that must of a necessity refuse so soon as a known good horse is seen to have the ghost of a chance. It is far better policy, however, to throw over such rubbish at once than to endeavour to fit a race to their feeble capabilities ; and this has been more or less the case at Northampton, where, on the argument of acceptances, the handicap cannot be regarded as altogether successful. And yet there is no spoil- sport so far amongst those left in ; for rarely has the race read more like an open one. Not one of the heavy weights, for example, looks like winning. Ivanhofi's starting is not very probable, and Stampedo, as we take it, was physically a better horse when he finished in front last year at a stone or so less up. Rapparee, smart nag as he is, must be sure- ly stopped by such a steadier as 8st 111b ; and Fair- water can have but little pretensions to live over Northampton with 8st 101b on her back. Oldminster must be a far better animal than his public form of late would rank him to accept at 8st 51b, while, if the Ascot performances be susceptible of inter- pretation on the plea that Carisbrook is only a great horse over a severe course, he has certainly an opportunity now. Hartington and Knutsford will be yet more clearly at home in the Pytchley country, though the weights are quite above their previous form in fashionable handicaps. Gardener, again, cannot be so formidable against fresh threes and fours, and King of Kent, Rouge Dragon, and Man at Arms we are inclined to regard as all rather out of date at any price at such a season. Croagh Patrick, however, by his latest performances is unmistakeably well in, as a five year old, at 8st 31b, and had he only achieved as much in England as he did last season in Ireland, there must have been another 71b on as the penalty. At the Curragh he won three royal plates in three successive days' racing, over respec- tively two miles, two miles and a half, and three miles. A pretty good proof this of his being able to stay, while he beat, amongst others, Ophelia and Bellman, the latter in very good trim at the time. Balham, another five year old, receives ' 21b from the Irish adventurer, but we fancy we have seen the best of Mr Morris's horse, and that the best is not quite good enough for Northamp- ton. Grimston evinced a deal of promise last season, and of course his transfer to the clever keeping of Mr Parr is all in his favour. As this is, moreover, the only early handicap he is " set" for, the Wantage horse is pretty certain to be fancied, and with even reason for any such fondness. The older and better class of horses are brought well back to him, and there appears little to fear forward. Gorse's only win- ning race of last year was that very palpable mistake for the royal hundred at Doncaster, when she beat Caller Ou— a performance that may be forgotten, and the sooner the better. It is certainly not worth trusting without further proof. Benjamin, by his English running, should have no business in the Northamptonshire Stakes; but if Harlequin can come again to his Round Course race, he is worth remembering, the more so as he has had a long rest, and the Voltigeurs rarely die dunghill. Lord Stanley is well in, if half as good as the party have thought him. Bonnycastle, as dark as need be, having never been out last year, is as fairly treated as such mysterious animals should be at 7st ; while of Incitatus, M Philippe, the Lady Evelyn colt, and Physician, too much is known to warrant their recommendation here. Berkeley, another undis- tinguished animal, may be as good as his private character makes him, and as this is his only acceptance, something may come of it; but good looks do not invariably make good race horses, and we should, under the circumstances, prefer holding Mr Har- greaves' horse at arm's length. African has had a long rest, but looked and went well last spring, and should at least beat Attaman at even weights. Dunsinane, a Derby horse, must be Sir Wil- liamson Booth's hope on this occasion, and Jack of Hearts having accepted at Chester, Northampton, and twice over at Epsom, would threaten to travel the country as Rapparee did last season ; but his public form so far must be'taken as of no account. God- ding's three three year olds, Equinox, Muffler, and Ernest, all come together in the handicap ; while it would be useless thus early to attempt to anticipate the stable in any endeavour to sepa- rate them, though the first named is justly credited as the best in Burlington- street. The performances of the other three year olds whose merits sink to the lowest depths of legitimate racing and weighting are beneath consideration, as none of them can win on what they have done ; though of course an opening race like the Northamptonshire Stake will occasionally enlighten us as to the proof of a well bottled vintage. Our own opinion leans the rather to the fives and fours, such as Croagh Patrick andKuutsford. Qrim- ston, Lord Stanley, and African, with Jack of Hearts as the pick from a roughish lot of youngsters. If we took to a pair we should follow the market on Monday with Grimston and Croagh Patrick. The Newmarket Handicap has numerically a far better accept- ance than the Northampton, only 27 out of 74 nominations de- claring themselves dissatisfied; while seven out of the nine top weights remain in. These are The Lawyer, Fairwater, Cape Fly- away, Stampedo, Brown Duchess, Paste, and Carisbrook. The last named of these ran up for the same race last year, aud we re- gard him and Croagh Patrick as the two best in at anything up to or over 8st. Hartington will not find his " game" served so well here as over the Cesarewitch Course; and Mau- at- Arms is in at 41b more than at Northampton, or with the same weight we should have fancied him more at the metropolis than in the pro- vinces. Sappho, at 7st 21b, and Harlequin, at 7st, are both favourably in, and the filly, second last season, is pretty certain to be again quoted; while Bedouin and Attaman might either have had the handicap made to order, and the former can never be fit for a good thing if they do not back him for this. Magnum Bonum is not to be trusted, or was not, with a feather up, though they may find some one able to ride him at 6st 71b ; and Canace, although giving weight to all the other three year olds, is by no means the worst in of her age. Of the other extreme we prefer Jack o'Newbury and the Physalis colt; with more leaning, however, for their seniors, such as Croagh Patrick, Sappho, and Bedouin. Epsom Spring will, this season, follow the Craven, and the two handicaps be consequently liable to all sorts of change from penalty and performance, as demonstrated at Northampton and Newmarket. Here, too, the acceptances approach yet more closely on the model of an equitable adjustment, as 45 only refuse to play their hands out of 155 entered for the City and Suburban; with 31 non- contents out of 91 nominated for the Great Metropolitan. Considering the very different character of the two races it is noticeable that a number of horses remain in for both, conspicuous amongst which, this year, stands Asteroid, at the top weight of 9st 51b for each. Last spring, as will be remembered, he ran a wonderfully game race at just a stone less for the Metropolitan, finishing third, all three head and head, to Elclio and Carac- tacus. There is 110 question from this that Asteroid likes both the course and the distance, while his Cesarewitch per- formance, at 9st 31b, would give him another chance, at least for another place. It is not probable that he will show for the City and Suburban, but should No 1 go up for the Metropolitan, figure how he may previously, the old- un will be worth a venture. We hold it to be a maxim that horses which have once travelled suc- cessfully over so trying a course as the Derby, or anything beyond it, are always dangerous on the same ground; and Asteroid has shown already in all sorts of ways that weight cannot stop him from finishing. The half stone more at which Zetland is weighted for the Metropolitan, as compared with his only other acceptance, in the Chester Cup, must tell, or otherwise the condi- tions of this race are well suited to a game, wearing horse; Croagh Patrick, on the other hand, is better in than at Northampton, and Hartington, as we fancy, will find this course better suited to his capabilities than anything open to him since the Cesarewitch, despite the even terms upon which he now meets Umpire. The latter's great autumn effort was no doubt regarded as the certainty of the season, and as the American is reported to have wintered well, he will most probably be soon figuring once more in the market. Still, notwithstanding that the two Epsom Spring Handicaps are the only events he is at present in preparation for, we question much whe- ther so shifty a horse had ever any partiality for Epsom race course, and if his heart failed him at Newmarket he must be quite upon velvet to get home here. Dusk is not so lightly in as at Chester, but the race itself is more to his taste, while Brighton and Buckenham both read very favourably. In fact, the danger signal may be hoisted at this point with such stayers as Sappho, Haddington, and Harlequin in at about 7st each. The next division is by no means so formidable, comprising though it does Poly- nesia, Bonnycastle, Physician, Real Jam, Barbadoes, Canary, Charles Fox, Magnum Bonum, Catch ' em Alive, Attaman, and Villette, not one of which lias so far evinced any especial qualification for so heart- rending a race as the Great Me- tropolitan. Bedouin, again, will be more at home else- where; and the Glenochty colt, as a Tadmor, should take his first, taste of Epsom on the day previous, providing always he is not good enough to be kept back for the Derby. Golden Pledge, another Derby outsider, is better bred for a distance, and, as this is his only early engagement, may be worth look- ing after. As a two year old he showed some useful form, under weight, and over a length of ground. The 5st 71b ultimatum necessarily brings the moderate three year olds very much together, and the Metropolitan winds oft' with a score or so, all of a muchness. Of these, for a variety of reasons we have already referred to, we should select by this writing Double X and Jack of Hearts, though there may be another Caractacus amongst the unknown or undistinguished outsiders. The three year olds have, in fact, had a great hold on the race, the Metro- politan having been won no less than eleven times in seventeen years by an animal of that age; though upon five of these occasions at something under the now registered 5st 71b. We confess, how- ever, that we cannot here shift the thimbles to this end and aim, as our gaze centres somewhat higher on the scale, with the four year olds all for choice. Brighton, Sappho, Harlequin, and Bedouin should be the cream of them; with Golden Pledge from amongst the threes, and Asteroid once more for a start and a place. The City and Suburban is one of the few spring handicaps in which the heavy weights do not threaten much, and this may in some degree account for the large acceptance. Of the ten or twelve left in at or over 8st, there is really nothing to fear upon paper. Asteroid is not likely to run, and Sawcutter's latter day form does not warrant his winning again with a stone more up. Cape Flyaway, Brown Duchess, and Crater could either of them have once gone well over the last mile and a quarter of the Derby course, but age, work, and weight will bring us all back in time, and we fear there is not one of the trio now quite in tune for such a scurry. Croagh Patrick, with his amended character from the Curragh, will most probably get a longer distance, and Feu de Joie lacks size to give away weight. Of Umpire we have already spoken, and of the two, the Metropolitan should be rather his choice. Wingrave has an outside chance at 8st, and with some early form about him may thicken into a useful horse. Of the succeeding half score, Benjamin, we believe, to be better worth backing here than in his other acceptance at Northampton, notwithstanding that he is in at 41b worse; and Brighton and Buckenham, againj are in as well as need be. Could they only bring the latter back to the form in which he won the Craven over this very distance, it would look like one of the few really good things of the opening. Gardener is also favourably treated, though he rather wants class for such an occasion; but there is plenty of proof about Poly- nesia, both early and late, during last season, and no other stable has so fine a line for the race. At the distance she is clearly pre- ferable to Sappho, Hubert, and Harlequin; whereas the Queen of Spain would be even better suited here than at Chester, and, if intended, should run a good mare. Of the three French animals A la Rescoussee is a slow, very middling horse, and Provocateur and Attica a couple of cripples that will ask a deal of care in their preparation. Cairncastle, declared by many to be nothing but a handicap horse after all, makes, however, no claim to such a character, beyond his acceptance in this race, where his running is very doubtful, with the other material, such as Escape and Royal Stag, which Mat Dawson has in hand for the same stake. Canary, at 6st 101b, a five year old, is by no means shut out, and from all we hear may yet pull through another good race or two; while of Valentine, Attaman, the Glenochty colt, Erin go Bragh, Ernest, Jack o' Newbury, Jack of Hearts, Middlewatch, and some others we have already written in terms that cannot be well amended until we hear of a little more doing about them in the market, or see a little of what they can do for themselves. Of the others, Lapidist showed some running in the earlier part of last season, when he won a class of the Wokingham, and as a moderate four year old is here put much upon a par with some equally moderate three year olds, so that at any rate he has the best of the weights, however much or little all his hard work may- have told upon him. With so large an acceptance there is a proportionately good field for the City and Suburban, and picking out favourites must at present be very wild work. Still, with health, and meant, amongst the best in, so far as we can get at their actual merits or promises, are Buckenham, Brighton, Polynesia, Queen of Spain, Lapidist, Jack of Hearts, and Erin go Bragh. Of the 110 acceptances there are 49 three year olds in at or under 6st. Many of these have hitherto done nothing, or worse than nothing, to warrant any elaborate notice of their claims thus early. As the time of trial [ draws on, their several merits will of course be more closely scrutinised, but just at present it could only be sheer waste of time to indulge in speculations or refine upon rumours that the events of each succeeding hour may correct, or resolutions already arrived at render vain and idle. How many of the acceptances for this Handicap are never intended to start for it! SALE OE TEE LATE MR GRATWICKE'S STUD. Ham Place, as the catalogue announcing the sale directs us, is about half a mile from the Angmering station on the South Coast Railway. And Ham Place, as we may go on to guide the stranger visitor, was long the home of a genial, kindly, country gentleman, whose great aim it was to do good to those about him, and who could pursue the precarious pleasures of the Turf without stain or contamination. The ten o'clock morning train from town, as Tattersall's list proceeds to assure us, will make special halt, on this occasion, at the little way- side station, but we disdain any such passing opportunity, and long to have a look round ere the crowds of customers arrive. Tiie house and grounds themselves are worthy of something more than a hasty glance, aspire though they may not, in their sweet, sheltered re- pose, to vie in story with the wide domain of Goodwood, or the Castle Keep of Arundel. Still, it is not for the thorough- bred horse alone that these good pastures are famous. Skirting the village church yonder are the twin homesteads of the brothers Heasinan, whose Southdown ewes have run first, or second ere now at the Royal shows, and whose red Sussex cattle are as carefully entered in the herd book as ever was old Robert or old Mary in the stud peerage of the Turf. And while we are hereabouts let us turn into that handsome, sightly chapel, whose old tower is so curiously flanked by that far more modern aisle. An inscription on the entrance at once arrests us. " This church was rebuilt at the sole expense of VV. G. K. Gratwicke, Esq,'' who, when his horses won, could not be stayed, even by the parson himself, from spending the money on the parish. Almost every great triumph is associated with some sucli a Memento, and the village schools and the public reading room speak again in their gratitude to the behests of the crimson and chocolate. But we must follow the successes of these clean colours to the proper scenes of their growth and promise, and once more seek the house grounds, where a series of the most ad- mirable paddocks and boxes still tell of the Squire's care and thought for everything about him. It sounds, indeed, but sad to hear that the well- grown quicks may soon be rooted out again, and the red steer revel where whilom the Oaks filly struck into a canter, or the short wools crop down the dainty bite of a Derby winner. Segts ubi Troja fmt ! And it is early yet to foreshadow the doom of the Ham paddocks. Still they are well stocked to- day, and as we come one after another to the ominously numbered boxes of these fine roomy mares we can well sympathise with the enjoyment, the good Squire had in the calm quiet of his own home, and how he busied himself amongst- the high- born dames and their succeeding hopes — if anything, but too fond of them. It is impossible to read through the sale catalogue without seeing how closely Mr Grat- wicke adhered to one or two favourite strains of blood, and we be- lieve that the mares must do better with the now greater chance of a cross, as the immediate consequence of their dispersion. There is no time, however, to muse or moralise, for the harsh businessof pounds aud shillings, and fives and tens, is drawing on, and another hospitable challenge leads on to the house. Here, in the hall, sits old Forth himself on Frederick, while on a longer stretch of canvas Herring devotes his brush to Merry Monarch's start for the Derby. The Dolefuls sigh again as they look upon it, while Mr Hill more cheerfully allows that- was a good Derby, and Young John— Eheu ! quantum mutatus ab illo !— in his well- filled broadcloth, asks " If you can't find me somewhere there in a violet jacket?" Merry Monarch greets us again in the well- furnished dining- room, and many is the old story of how often " the other" could beat him at home if not abroad— how the favourite could get up the hill but never down it— and so forth, until the two stools of fortune feel hard indeed to sit on. But there is 110 such dilemma to- day, and a man can have what he likes for his money, as " Mr Richard'' assures the somewhat select audience he gathers around him. Amongst these, though, there is something more than the honest Sussex yeomen who have come to take a last fond look at " old Robert" or The Go- verness. Lord Scarborough's carriage is drawn up on the left, with an eager- looking colonist or two grouped amongst the friends and neighbours on the same side of the ring; and on the opposite, close under the chair, are grouped Mr Hill and John Day, with business- looki.'. g Mr Blenkiron, and a young gentle- man who blushes a little under the excitement of his heavy bid- dings. Then, again, Mr Padwick and the Goaters are ranging about, and George Fordham and " Mr Cameron" must at least show for the honour of the hard- riding downsmen. Still the sale opens but flatly, and there will clearly be 110 sensation over the stallions. Robert de Gorbarn, at twenty- four years old, comes out wonderfully fresh and handsome; in fact, we have rarely seen an old horse so well preserved ; but it is known that he has had but few mares for the last two or three seasons, and the ham- mer falls for thirty to Lord Henry Thynne. Surely it would have been better to have pensioned off the old hero! or to have let some one of the tenantry who would have used him kindly had another chance for a taste of the Whalebone blood. Hesse Cassel, a bad throaty necked horse, but otherwise neateriough, goes into Lincoln- shire at more than a hundred over this price; aud Mr Brown of Buckham Hill has come " a purpose" to buy Student, and will have him, despite the efforts of the Australians, who run him up 180. As the sire of Pupil and Harry, the Student has some little character of his own, but he is a coarse, heavy- topped horse, with a loaded shoulder; though, perhaps, just in place to teach the Lewes farmers to breed for blood, for there is lots of size and substance, and, anyhow, plenty for their money. Allington, an un- tried mare, of 110 appearance, short in her frame, and with very middling hocks, goes readily enough to liawcliffe at a hundred; and then comes the great card of the pack, the best- looking one, as well as the best runner, the poor Squire ever bred, and at this very moment about the finest brood mare in the world. This is the chesnut Governess, a win- ner of the Oaks, a mare that with size, power, and length unites beauty and blood- like appearance in a pre- eminent degree. She is " full of quality," as they phrase it, and were her hocks but a little larger would be a very model of her kind. It is well known that she left the turf a rank roarer, and in the stud is yet untried. Her first foal, a filly, by Robert de G orham, died early ; a second, a colt to Newminster, was one of the lot bought last year by Lord Westmoreland, and now in William Goater's care, although re- port, so far, does not say much for The Usher. For the next of the family, now a yearling, we shall have a word to say in his turn, and the filly at her foot is healthy and active enough at her age of some two or three weeks. However, Governess' very ap- pearance is enough, and put in at three hundred, she runs up to a thousand as readily as people bid sixpences for odd volumes. But Mr Blenkiron has a formidable opponent in young Captain Upton, who is getting up a breeding establishment in Essex, and who only succumbs at another hundred, when The Governess goes to vie with the other graces at lilt ham; if she does not in the first instance proceed to Hooton, whither she is bound on a visit to Stockwell. Henrietta, a daughter of Merry Monarch, and a mare herself of not much quality, as well as being barren this year, is soon sent back for 40; while Hesse Homburg, low and powerful in her frame, and best known at the stud as the dam of Yarra, is secured for Mr Naylor, who also takes Preceptress, an own sister to Governess, with not all the size of the other, but as level as a die, and as perfect as a picture. Of course they have to go on again here, and, untried at the stud, she reaches 460, by no means a dear bargain to look at. Maid of Kent, low, lengthy, and racing- like, Mr Hill becomes answerable for at255; and the cap- tain gets something at last in Side 8addle, a daughter of that neat nag The Saddler, and herself very good- looking, fresh at her age, and with especially fine free action. Despite a hip- down, and not much appearance of being stinted to Stockwell, she yet as the dam of Bacon, Ham, Flitch, and Her Highness, realises 175, and comes up with us all by the next train. The old Squaw, a daughter of Mary, one of the founders of the flock, has had her day, and is not in foal, though she still finds an admirer on the off chance at 34gs. The strength of the sale stops here, for there are o » ly three yearlings, though the pick of these, a colt by Robert de Gorham out of G- overness, is clearly the attraction in some quarters. He is a wonderfully well- grown colt, with good bone and joints, but his size chiefly centres in his height, for he is narrow and leggy, and altogether an oddly- framed colt, with a small, bad head, and nothing very preposes- sing about him beyond having done so well so far. " The Dane- bury stable, however, through Mr Hill's agenc3\ fancied him enough, as it was said, to offer four hundred for hi rn before the business commenced, though he did not reach that price at the hammer. A very sweet filly, by Newminster out of The Squaw, but much more backward, went to Mr Padwick a bargain at 155 guineas, and far preferable at the price to the other ; while the Maid of Kent's first foal, with short upright pasterns and small feet, was still clean given away to Goater at 16 sovereigns. The day's work was brought to a finish with half a dozen half- starved lots, Anspach and Flirt amongst them, not one of which changed hands. They were chiefly of Mr Grat- wicke's blood, but the property of other persons in the county. The sale itself realised 3,285 guineas, the breeding stud having been offered in a lot some short time since to the foreigners for £ 2,800, so that the Rev Mr Pearce, to whom the horses were left, has been well repaid by availing himself of Messrs Tatter- sail's able services. Even further than this consideration, the sporting world should be thankful for a very delightful day, saddened though its enjoyment might be by the remembrance at every turn of one whose pleasures were our own, and who died as he had lived, without making an enemy in the world. The horses in training will be sold by Messrs Tattersall, at Hyde Park- corner, on Monday, March 2d. STALLIONS. GS. STUDENT, 12 yrs, by Chatham, dam by Laurel out of Flight, by Velocipede ( Mr Brown) 180 HESSE CASSEL, 12 yrs, by Robert de Gorham out of The Landgra- vine, by Elis ( Mr Hardy) 160 ROBERT DE GORHAM, 24 yrs, by Sir Hercules out of Duvernay, by Emilius ( Lord Henry Thvnne) 30 BROOD MARES. GOVERNESS, 8 yrs, by Chatham, dam by Laurel out of Flight, by Velocipede, with a filly foal at her foot bv Robert de Gorham ( MrBlenkiron) .... 1,100 PRECEPTRESS, 5 yrs, own sister to Governess ; served by Robert de Gorham ( Mr Naylor) 460 MAID OF KENT, 8 yrs. by Chatham out of The Landgravine, by Elis; served by Robert de Gorham ( MrH. Hill) 255 HESSE HOMBURG, 15 yrs, by Robert de Gorham out of The Land- gravine, by Elis; served by Student ( Mr Navlor) 250 SIDE SADDLE, 16 yrs, by The Saddler, dam bv Emilius out of Aga- tha, by St Patrick: served by stoekwell ( Capt Upton) 175 ALLINGTON, 6 yrs, by Chatham out of The Landgravine, by Elis ; served by King Tom ( The Rawchffe Stud) 100 HENRIETTA, 15 yrs, by The Merry Monarch out of Cestus, by Long- waist ( Mr G. Lambert) 40 THE SQUAW, 15 yrs, by Robert de Gorham out of Marv, by Elis ( Mr T. Carter) 34 YEARLINGS. BAY COLT by Robert de Gorham out of Governess ( Lord Hastings) 330 BAY FILLY by Newminster out of The Squaw ( Mr Padwick) 155 CHESNCT FILLY by Robert de Gorham out of Maid of Kent ( Mr J. Goater) 16 Total 3,285 HORSES STRUCK OUT OF THEIR ENGAGEMENTS. On the 6th inst, at 9 a. m., Nosegay out of Lincoln engage- ments. On the 6th inst, at 9 a. m., Soothsayer and Truant out of the City Handicap, Lincoln. SALE BY MESSRS TATTEESALL ON MONDAY LAST. THE PROPERTY OF MR CAREW. OS. BAY COLT, by Yellow Jack out of Kite, 2 yrs 15 CHESNCT FILLY, by Yellow Jack out of Kite. 3 yrs \ 11.} KITE ( sister to Ratan), by Buzzard, dam by Picton *.. 11 CHESNUT YEARLING COLT, by Yellow Jack out of Kite 4J THE PROPERTY OF GENERAL SHIRLEY. PARISHIONER 260 THE PROPERTY OF MAJOR SHIRLEY. MISER, by Hereford 125 RANGER, by Connaught Ranger .... no WINDRUSH, by King William 40 BmDCAGE, by Birdcatcher 25 SPANISH JACK, by Don John out of Miss Lydia ( M r Campbell) .... 30 CONTINENTAL RACES AND STEEPLE CHASES TO COME. MARCH. La Marche 15, 22 | Vincennes 29 APRIL. Vincennes 6 | Pau G, 9 j Bordeaux.. 16,19, 23, 26 MAY. La Marche 24 | Avignon 31 JUNE. Vincennes 11 Spa 15 | La Marche Summer. 28 JULY. Ghent 12,14 AUGUST. Caen 2 | Valenciennes 9 | Blois 28 SEPTEMBER. Baden- Baden 2, 5, 7 STEEPLE CHASING. .23 | Moreton- in- Marsh.. 26 STEEPLE CHASING FIXTURES FOR 1883. FEBRUARY. AberystwithHunt.. lS I Birmingham Newmarket 19 | Lincoln 25 MARCH. North Wold 13 Grand Military ( Rugby) 16 Doncaster 17 Bangor 20 .. 20 Isle of Wight 24 Wharfedaie & Otley. 25 Folkestone 25 Grand National Hunt ( Market Harbro').. 26 Cardiff 31 Albrighton Hunt Knowle Brackley 3 Royal Artillery ( Woolwich) 5 Chipping Norton 5 l Wetlierby ... Liverpool Grand Na- I York tioiial 111 APRIL. Colchester Garrison. 6 I LiverpoolHuntCIub. 10 I Howden 16 Knighton - 1 ™ — Dorsetshire Hunt Abergavenny .... Herts Hunt , | Waterloo ( Ports- I Llanboidy 21 mouth) 14 [ Northumberland Cheltenham 14 ( Rothbury) ...... 23 IRISH. MARCH. Elphin ( mixed) 31 APRIL. Gal way Hunt 6 1 Kells 23 I Springhill ,... 28 Kildare Hunt 16 | MAY. Nenagh ( mixed) 6 | Tullamore 7 | Tipperary 27 JUNE. Westmeath 2 AUGUST. Roscommon ( mixed) .... 26 SEPTEMBER. Limerick ( mixed) 1G j Cashel ( mixed) 30 HORSE RACING.— Messrs Saunders, Otley, and Co, have just published an important work, entitled Horse Racing: Its History and Early Records of the Principal and other Race Meetings, with Anecdotes, A c; price 12s. It is the fullest and most compre- hensive history of horse racing hitherto published, and should be studied by all interested in the records of the Turf. It may be had at all the circulating libraries. READING STEEPLE CHASES. Stewards: S. Pitman, Esq, and Capt T. Duftield. Judge and Clerk of the Course: Mr W. H. Hibburd. We have no recollection of the steeple- chase season opening more happily than in Berkshire on Wednesday last. True, the fields were smaller than usual, but left nothing to be desired in the way of sport; while the disposition shown on all sides to make things pleasant harmonised with the extreme beauty of the weather, in which the pretty course and surrounding objects wore an aspect as genial and agreeable as when clothed in the universal green of summer. In the first place, the use of the land on the Whitley Park Farm was again gratuitously allowed by the occupier, Mr Frederick Young, who, besides taking a lively interest in the meeting, has done much in conjunction with Mr Pontin, of the G- eorge Hotel, and others, to secure its permanence in a pecuniary point of view, though to Mr Hibburd, the chief director of the whole, must be accorded the greatest meed of praise. Again, the regular meet of the South Berks Hounds was brought lorward a day by the es- teemed master, S. Pitman, Esq, so as not to interiere with the chases, which having no opposition, as on last anniversary, at- tracted a full attendance of Metropolitans, and, generally speak- ing, was a decided success. The neighbouring gentry also showed in force, and with the holiday- keeping townsfolk seemed to make the most of the early " turnout," unchecked as it was by damping elements and spoil- sport visitations. Some judicious alterations recently effected in the line of country having been pointed out, the saddling bell first rung at 1: 30 on Wednesday for the Thirteen Stone Chase, for which, in the early publication of the entries, Oliver Twist ( not entitled to start) was somehow substituted for Windsor, an error fully apparent to those who read as well as run, and yet there were parties blind enough to invest on the former. It was also pretty well entertained by the knowing that tiazard( late Haphazard), like OliverT wist, had been wrongly included in the list. That animal, we may however state, is not the old steeple chaser of thatname, but a hunter lately practis- ing in the Cheltenham district, and whose absence to- day was occa- sioned by injuries received through a careless groom, while re- turning from the chase there 011 Friday last. Mad Wyndham was likewise missing, leaving five out of the seven on the card to contend for the Purse, the upshot being that Windsor, most ably and steadily ridden by his gallant owner, of the 13th Hussars, and who purchased the winner only a week previously of Mr Land at a good price, had it all his own way, and fairly distanced his op ponents at the finish. The Open Chase, for which the weights had been raised, brought half a dozen to the post, including Play- man, the winner last year, but upon whom the 12st 71b ( 35ib more than his former impost) now proved an effectual stopper, for he at no time showed in the race, and Ascot won in acanter; after which Old Ben followed up his luck, invariably pretty well in at this meeting, with Deceiver in the Selling 8takes. Anticipations were also in his favour with Oliver Twist for the Whitley Handi- cap; but just at the moment when matters seemed as " rosy'' for him as need be, he was collared and beaten by the grey Gladiator, not mentioned at starting beyond a remark from one supposed to know something of horseflesh, that he wouldn't take 100 to 1 about him ! The ground, a succession of fallow and pasture, was sticky in places, and caused the overthrow of more than one animal at certain leaps, which were doubly flagged throughout, so as, in this respect, to render mistakes next to im- possible, certainly the safest mode to be adopted at all places here- after, if only to set at rest the vexatio question, " Which is the right side of the flag ?'' During the afternoon Satellite was in force for the Liverpool Chase, and anything over 10 to 1 would have been taken, though, on the morrow, backers were glad to get on at a couple of points less. Thursday's programme savoured unusually strong of the selling element, but without detracting from the sport, or yet, save in one instance, bringing grist to the treasury. Neither did an improved condition of the course tend to lessen casualties, which, owing chiefly to the racing pace forced in each event, were more numerous than ever. Thus, in the Inn- keepers' Plate, all the competitors met with impediments, not even excepting Gladiator, who, however, bore up the longest, and cantered in alone. Almost the same may be said of the Berks Hunts Chase, wherein a field of ten gradually dwindled to two only, namely, Monkey— an Irish screw, hunting for two years past with the Vale Hounds— and Perfect Cure, whom he defeated after a game fight on the part of the latter, whose plucky pilot, but for a serious disappointment a mile from home, might possi- bly have now landed the stake he had endeavoured in vain to secure previously with Maid of the Mill and Grey Polly. The concluding chase was a third and easy triumph for Gladiator, who at the hammer changed hands for HOgs, by no means a dear bar- gain. R. Lovegrove, Esq, kindly officiated as starter, and the course was well kept by the Hunt Whips and a body of police; in fact, to mark his appreciation of the orderly and straight- forward proceedings, a private gentleman intimated his intention to present a £ 40 plate, to be run for next year. For his attention, Mr Hibburd received the thanks of those having business to transact, with the hearty wishes of all for the speedy restoration of his health, which, we regret to add, for a protracted period has been far from robust. WEDNESDAY, FEB 11.— A SWEEPSTAKES of 5 sovs each, with 25 added, for horses that have never won a steeple chase, & c ; gentlemen riders; 13st each; those having ridden a winner 71b extra; about three miles. Mr Featherstonhaugh's ch g Windsor, by Blakeney, aged, I3st Owner 1 Mr T. Duflield's b g Skirmisher, 13st 71b ( inc 71b extra). Owner 2 Mr G. R. Cross's br g Gameboy, 13st Mr Henry 3 Mr Turner's b g The Dutchman. 13st71b ( inc71b ex). Mr Grant 0 Mr Tompkins's Lemon Oliver, 13st 71b ( inc 7ib ex).. Mr Barry 0 The betting opened at 7 to 4 agst but closed at even on Windsor, who bore his colours in advance directly the word was given. For nearly two miles he was succeeded alternately by Skirmisher and Gameboy, a long way from whom for about the same dis- tance The Dutchman and Lemon Oliver figured conspicuously together in the rear, until at length the latter was fairly run to a standstill and returned home by a short cut; not so, however, The Dutchman, whose rider— at him almost from the commence- ment— was only enabled to bring his horse into anything like posi- tion at the final turn, half a mile from home, when he took se- cond place, but without the ghost of a chance, inasmuch as Windsor, holding his own throughout, came right away, and won by a distance ! As we have said, The Dutchman followed the leader, and was gaining on him, until the bay, whipping round at the brook entering the straight, was passed by Skir- misher and Gameboy, between whom a smart struggle for the barren honour of second terminated easily in favour of the former by three lengths, The Dutchman, in eventually taking the leap last referred to, having come down a " burster" through jumping short, and this was the only casualty during the chase. The GREAT BERKSHIRE OPEN STEEPLE CHASE of 15 sovs each. 5 ft, and 2 if declared, with 100 added ; about three miles and a half; 22 subs, 13 of whom paid 2 sovs each. Mr R. Land's Ascot, by Pyrrhus the First, 12sillb. B. Land, iun 1 Mr T. Bedford's Omar Pasha, list lib .. Palmer 2 Capt Cooper's Cockatoo, list 41b Nightingall 3 Mr Yates's Playman, 12st 71b Mr Dixon 0 Mr Yates's b g Sapperton, list 41' o Mr Edwards 0 Mr Copsou's ch m Wilful, list lib Knott 0 Bet tine : 2 to 1 agst Ascot, 5 to 2 agst Omar Pasha, 3 to 1 agst Cockatoo, and 100 to 15 agst Sapperton. Quitting the post in a cluster, the lot cleared without mistake the two fences beyond Mr Young's homestead on the left, and thence at a merry pace came down to the brook in the bottom, which Ascot and Sapperton crossed simultaneously in front of Cockatoo and Omar Pasha, whipped in by Playman and Wilful. Directly they were landed in the straight a slight lead was taken by Sapperton, who, in breasting the ascent on the right materially increased his ad- vantage over the favourite, at a clear interval from whom Omar now headed Playman and Cockatoo. The first round was com- pleted in these positions, after which Cockatoo took close order with Sapperton and Ascot, though, when a second time passing the Stand, the last mentioned pair themselves again contended determinedly for the command. Thus, jumping side by side from the winning enclosure, Sapperton once more obtained the best of it up the hill; but three fences onwards lost at least a hundred yards by dropping his hind legs into a ditch, and was left astern with Playful, while Wilful, evidently outpaced from the commencement, still hopelessly struggled 011, fifty lengths in the wake of them. Sapperton's mishap having given a long lead to the favourite, he was succeeded, on the retirement of Cockatoo in the ensuing quarter of a mile, by Omar Pasha, who got within a couple of lengths of the leader over the concluding leap, and spurted gamely to about half- way up the straight, where he died away, and Ascot, ridden almost to the end, won by ten lengths. Cockatoo cantered in a bad third ( there being nothing for second in consequence of less than ten accepting); the next trotting past being Sapperton, who literally refused to move after his stoppage; Wilful and Playman walking in a long way behind him. A SELLING STEEPLE CHASE of 5 sovs each, with 25 added; for four year olds and upwards; about three miles; 3 subs. Mr Land's b g Deceiver, by Faugh a Ballagh, 12st ( 60 sovs) ... J. Land 1 Mr Nightingall's Orkousta, list 81b ( 40) Owner 2 Mr B. Land's, jun, The Tattler, list 91b ( 40) .... B. Land, jun 0 Betting : Even on The Tattler, and 6 to 4 agst Orkousta. De- ceiver, waited on by the favourite, cut out the work to the drop fence from the plough, when Orkousta became second, and two fences beyond took the command, but subsequently resigned it to Deceiver. The trio, however, soon after closed, and each led alternately until The Tattler compounded, just before disappear- ing on the left the last time. Coming down to the straight Or- kousta challenged the gelding, the pair, in fact, over the brook being in the air together, but the latter directly shaking off the mare, won by twenty lengths, and was bought in for 66gs. The WHITLEY HANDICAP of 5 sovs each, with 30 added; two miles and a half. Mr Milton's gr g Gladiator, by Warlike, lOst 121b. Nightingall 1 Mr B. Land's Oliver Twist, 1 st 21b. B. Land, iun 2 Mr G. AngelP's Glautias. lOst 71b HeadliJnd 3 Mr H. F. Francis's br g Corkscrew, lost 101b Mr Wood 4 Mr Bolton's ch m Alma, lOst 41b G. Stevens 0 Mr Yates's cb g Python( h b), 10st 41b Mr Edwards 0 Mr W. Holman's Long Odds, 9st 121b G. Holman 0 Mr Marshall's Gamecock, 9st 101b C. J. Sadler 0 Mr Cherry's (' airplay ( late Kiarikoff), 9st 71b Gammidge 0 Betting: Even on Oliver Twist, 6 to 4 ( at first 3 to 1) agst Glautias, and 6 to 1 agst Long Odds. Gamecock went off with the lead, but immediately gave way to Fairplay, close up with whom was Long Odds, whose fore legs, at the second fence, landed so deeply in the soft ground that, unable to extri- cate them, the mare turned gently on to her broadside, and, though remounted with trifling delay, never showed in the race afterwards. Thence Gamecock, Python, and the favourite raced at the heels of Fairplay to the " big"" chase starting meadow, where the latter was collared and headed by Python, whose com- mand ceased ere it had scarcely begun by the horse not rising at the fence, but rather blundered through it, and so indulged in a roll over with his rider. Fairplay next refusing, left Oliver Twist in the van, attended by Corkscrew, Gladiator, and Glautias, these at the Stand being succeeded at widish intervals each by Gamecock, Fairplay, and Alma, the latter's chance, like Long Odds, being early put out ( not by a tumble, but want of speed), and she was therefore pulled up at less than a mile and a half. When clear of the principal enclosure Corkscrew beat a retreat, and the running was taken up by Glautias, with whom Gladiator and Twist at once joined issue, so that for a time it was impossible to say which was leading, though in again gaining the upland Glautias, in front, looked like bringing it oft'. Half- way along the far side Gamecock, struggling on, rushed out of th 3 marked line, and did a bit of short- cut jumping, in order, as his rider explained, to have a peep at the finish. This, from the descent to the straight, was confined to Gladiator, who, when Glautias hung out signals of distress at the final bend, took his colours to the fore, and, after a good race in with the favourite, won cle- verly by two lengths ; Glautias a very middling third, Corkscrew a worse fourth, Fairplay walking in next. Pace clipping all the way. THURSDAY.— A SELLING HANDICAP STEEPLE CHASE of 5 SOVS each, 1 ft, with 25 added ; the winner to be sold for 50 sovs ; about one mile and three quarters ; 7 subs. Mr Nightingall's Orkousta, by Faugh a Ballagh, I08t4lb Owner 1 Mr Holman's Long Odds, lOst 101b G. Holman 2 Mr G. Angell's Glautias, list 121b. Mr Dixon 3 Mr Land's Bavard, lOst 71b J, Land 4 Betting: 7 to 4 agst Glautias, 5 to 2 agst Orkousta, and 3 to 1 agst Long Odds, who showed the way over the first three fences, soon after which the favourite took up the running with a strong lead to the drop from the ploughed land on the right, where, hav- ing previously taken all his jumps unkindly, he pitched on to his head, leaving Orkousta in advance. However, over the succeed- ing pasture Glautias resumed thecommand, butNightingall's mare coming again, deprived him of the lead at the last leap but two, arid stalling oft'Long Odds, who became second, and made her effort half way up the straight, won cleverly by a length, the third finishing six lengths off. There were no bidders for the winner. The INNKEEPERS' HANDICAP PLATE of 50 sovs; winners 71b extra ; about two miles and a half. Mr Milton's gr g Gladiator, by Warlike, list 51b ( including 71b extra) Nightingall 1 Mr A. Yates's b g Playman, 12st Mr Dixon 0 Mr T. Duffield's Bounce, iOst 101b Knoll 0 Mr E. Green's Mutineer, lOst 71b C. Boyce 0 Mr Yates's b g Sapperton, lOst 71b Mr Edwards 0 Mr J. Lowe's Annie Laurie( late Ada), lOst 41b G. Holman 0 Mr Cooper's b g Deceiver, lost 41b A. Sadler 0 Mr A. Isaac's Ravenstonedale, lOst 4lb Baker 0 Mr O'Ryan's Broomstick, lOst J. Land 0 Betting: 100 to 30 each agst Bounce, Broomstick, and Muti- neer, - 1 to 1 agst Gladiator, and 100 to 10 agst Sapperton. A re- fusal in his " preliminary," and subsequently a bout of kicking and plunging en route to the post, coupled with his 71b penalty, drew forth an almost unanimous vote of '• no confidence" in Gla- diator, who, however, was one of the first off, and so got clear of a scrimmage at the first jump, in which Annie Laurie was knocked over by something, supposed to be Sadler's horse, who also came to grief, and so terminated the performance of both. Thence, Bounce in advance, with Broomstick close up, was followed by Gladiator for three quarters of a mile, when, rushing through instead of leaping the fence ( as in yesterday's race), his place was taken by Sapperton, though the other soon made up his leeway and became second to Broomstick 011 reaching the Stand enclo- sure, their immediate followers being Bounce, Sapperton, and . Playman, succeeded at a wide interval by Mutineer. Thus they breasted the hill on the right, where Playman gave in and re- turned home, as did Broomstick, directly after, through pitch- ing head foremost, the next also crying " peccavi" being Muti- neer. Meanwhile Bounce, with Gladiator and Sapperton in at- tendance, continued the lead to about the centre of the far side, where the latter came down a " burster," and, from an injury of the stifle, remained a long time at the spot. The ground he had lost just previously in nosing the soil was then fetched up by the grey, who had a little the best of Bounce through the final plough, from whence the latter overjumped himself, fell, and rolled over, leaving Gladiator to canter in alone. The BERKSHIRE HUNT STAKES, with selling allowances, of 3 sovs each, with 20 added; gentlemen riders; professionals 141b extra; about three miles ; 11 subs. Mr J. Shrubb's Monkey ( pedigree unknown), list 71b ( including 1410 extra) ( 40 sovs) B. Land, jun 1 Mr A. R. Smith's The Perfect Cure, list ( 60) Owner 2 Mr Harford's Cannon Ball, lost 71b f40) Owner 0 Mr Cripp's The Juggler, list ( carried list 41b) ( 60) Owner 0 MrRowiand'sbm Kittv Skittles, list 71b ( including 141bextra)( 40) T. Holmes 0 Mr F. Yates's ch g Python, 12st 71b ( inc ! 41b extra) Lowe 0 Mr C. Whittle's br m My Pet, 11 st 71b ( inc 141b extra) .. Drewe 0 Mr Tompkins's Lemon Oliver, 12st ( 60) Mr Barry 0 Mr Pullen's Cherry Rice, lost 71b ( 40) Mr George 0 Mr G. R. Cross's ch g Forester, list ( 60) Owner 0 Betting : 2 to 1 agst Monkey, and 5 to 1 agst any other. The lot got away well together, but soon dropped into straggling order, those earliest out of the race being My Pet, Python, and Cannon Ball, while Cherry Ripe, taking up the running, was suc- ceeded by the favourite and Kitty Skittles, fifty yards from whom Lemon Oliver, Perfect Cure, and Forester composed the second division. The latter next cut it when nearly half the journey was completed, and Cherry Ripe going wide at the bend after quit- ting the principal meadow for the last round, let up Monkey, with Ki'ty Skittles at his quarters, a wide gap dividing them and Mr Pulleri's horse until he fell, and was passed by Perfect Cure. In this way the trio named reached the last fence but two. where Kitty overdid it, and parted company with her rider. Coming down to the straight Perfect Cure, who had been thrown far astern through putting his foot in a grip, began to creep up, and got alongside the favourite after crossing the brook to the de- ciding course, whence for a few strides The Cure had his head in advance, but the other answering the call of his jockey about half a distance from the chair came out, and won by ten lengths, Lemon Oliver walking in third. The winner was sold to Mr West for 56 guineas. A SWEEPSTAKES of 5 sovs each, with 25' added; list 71b each ; the winner to be sold lor 100 sovs ; if entered for 50 allowed 71b; about two miles. Mr Milton's gr g Gladiator, bv Warlike, list ( 50 sovs) Niehtingall 1 Mr Cherrv's Fairplay ( late Kiarikoff), list ( 50) ... . Mr Barton 2 Mr Saxon's b g Noble, Ilst( 50) Mr West 0 Betting: 5 to 2 on Gladiator, who followed Fairplay for nearly a mile, and then headed him, until the favourite stopped at his old fence, and Fairplay re- obtained a decided command. This he held to the turn home, when he was again overhauled by the grey, who, after a good race in, won easily by three lengths; Noble beaten off. The winner was sold to Mr Bennett for llOgs. SCARBOROUGH STEEPLE CHASES, YORKSHIRE. Stewards: Harcourt Johnstone, H. Fife, and DigbyCayley, Esqs. Starter: W. Hebden, Esq. Judge : W. Hodgson, Esq. Clerk of the Course: Mr G. Leighton. Hon Sec : Mr W. T. Hart. WEDNESDAY, FEB 11.— These chases, which had caused the greatest interest in the neighbourhood, took place to- day, and as it is eleven years since anything of the kind had taken place at Scarborough, a great deal of excitement was created. The chases took place on the Seamer side of the town of Scarborough, about a mile from the latter place; the horses running parallel with the road in the direction of Seamer for about a mile, when they crossed the road, and ran alongside of the North Eastern Railway for nearly a mile to the winning field ; but to make up the dis- tance, the ground had to be gone twice over. There was also a water jump, about half a mile from home, but the water had only to be taken once in each race. The line of country was all grass, and well selected for a steeple chase. The day was highly favourable, and an immense assemblage of company was present to witness the sport. The Seamer road had to be crossed three times, which was the only objection to the line of country; but altogether the selection gave the greatest satisfaction to both owners and riders. A temporary grand stand was erected in the winning- field, from which a good view of eaeh race could be ob- tained. The number of fences in the Scarborough Grand Annual was about twenty- eight. The officials got through the business of the meeting very well, and everything passed off in the most satisfactory manner. It is in contemplation to give 100 sovs to the principal race next year, and more than thirty names were put down to the Hunters' Stake for 1864. The SCARBOROUGH GRAND ANNUAL OPEN STEEPLE CHASE HANDICAP of 10 sovs each, h ft, and 3 if declared, with 50 added; the second to save his stake; winners extra; about three miles and a half ; 15 subs, 4 of whom declared. Mr G. Simpson's ch g Red Robin, by The Era, aged, list Mr W. Simpson 1 Mr A. Dunhill's br m Endor Witch, aged, lOst 51b W. Marson 2 Mr J. Cadman's b m Cherry Bounce, aited, lest 71b .. Christie 3 Mr J. Hickes's br m Wild Flower, by The Era, 6 yrs, lost 71b Dickson 4 Mr C. Coburn's Joe Maley, 6 yrs, 12st 71b C. Arden 0 Mr W. F. Harland's ch g Multum in Parvo, aged, list 61b Mr G. Harland 0 Mr W. H. Scott's m Jessamine ( h b), aged, 10st71b.. C. Boyce 0 Betting : 2 to I agst Endor Witch, 3 to 1 agst Jessamine, 5 to 1 agst Red Robin, and 7 to 1 agst Wild Flower. Multum in Parvo was first off, and at once took up the running, followed by Wild Flower, Endor Witch, and Red Robin, Joe Maley being last d' all. In this order they ran to the second fence, w here Mu. 1 um in Parvo fell, and the horse got away ; Red Robin and Joe Maley refused. The former, however, was instantly got over, but Joe could not be induced to take thefence. and returned to the winning field. Cherry Bounce nowtook the lead, with WildFlower, Jessa- mine, and Endor Witch next, Bed Robin being fifth, and Multum in Parvo sixth, the latter a long way in the rear. Wild Flower soon deprived Cherry Bounce of the command, with Red Robin, Jessamine, and Endor Witch well laid up. After passing the water jump Endor Witch went ahead, with Red Robin, Cherry Bounce, Wild Flower and Jessamine following, Multum still being in the rear. After leaving the winning field, Cherry Bounce showed in advance, with the other three well laid up. Crof sing the road the last time, Wild Flower took up the running, with Red Robin, Cherry Bounce, and Endor Witch following. Wild Flower was nearly down at the last fence but one, where Red Robin swerved to the left, which gave Endor Witcli a trifling advantage, and she was left with the lead, but was caught by Red Robin before reaching the last fence, and a good race home re- sulted in favour of Mr Simpson's horse by a length and a half; four lengths between the second and third; Wild Flower was a bad fourth, Multum in Parvo fifth, the latter beaten a long way. Jessamine fell about half a mile from home. The pace was bad. The INNKEEPERS' PLATE of 1 sov each, with 15 added, the second to save his stake, for horses living within the limits of Mr Johnstone's Hunt, or within a circuit; of fifteen miles from Scarborough; Optional Selling weights; about two miles and a half ; 10 subs. Mr J. Tindall's b h Crookshanks, list ( 20 sovs) Mr E. Crawshaw 1 Mr J. F. Leighton ns br g Sam Weller, list 71b ( 30) Mr Leighton 2 Wr Welburn's bg Cato, 12st ( 40) G. Pearson 3 Mr W. T. Hart ns b m Wide Awake, list 71b ( 30) .. .. Christie, 0 Mr J. Darrell's b m Jeannie Deans, list 71b ( 30) .. W. Brown 0 Mr Gibson ns b m Seamer Lass. I2st 71b ( 50) Mr Inge 0 Mr D. Morris's b g Lord of the Tees, lOst 71b ( 15).. W. Marson 0 Mr Gibson ns ch g Paddy, 12st ( 40) Mr J. C. Cadman 0 Betting: 2 to 1 agst Wide Awake, 4 to 1 agst Sam Weller, 5 to 1 agst Crookshanks, and 5 to 1 agst Lord of the Tees. Jeannie Deans cut out the work, with Crookshanks and Seamer Lass fol- lowing, Cato being fourth. In this order they ran through the winning field, where Jeannie Deans, taking a wide sweep to the right, lost a good deal of ground, which gave the lead to Crook- shanks, who made the remainder of the running, and won cleverly by a length; bad third. The rest were tailed off, and did not pass the post. The winner was knocked down to Mr W. Smith for 22gs. The YORKSHIRE HUNTERS' STAKES of 5 sovs each, 2 ft, with 50 added, for horses that have been regularly hunted with any established pack of foxhounds in Yorkshire; weight for age, & c; winners extra; gentlemen riders ; about three miles and a half ; 13 subs. Mr W. J. Simpson's br g Rarey, by Poynton, aged, I2st 21b Mr J. Hopper 1 Mr Fernandez's br g Rook the Gardener, 5 yrs, list 101b MrSkipworth 2 Mr A. M. Dunhill's br m Endor Witch, aged, 12st 21b Mr Leighton 3 Mr T. J. Smith's ch g Sportsman ( h b), 5 yrs, 12st 91b ( including 71b extra) Mr E. Crawshaw 4 Mr W. Brown's b g Brompton, 6 yrs, 12st 21b Mr Inge 0 Mr J. Cadman's b m Cherry Bounce, aged, 12st 21b... . Owner 0 Betting: 2 to 1 agst Rarey, 5 to 2 agst Rook the Gardener, 3 to 1 agst Sportsman, and 10 to 1 agst Endor Witch. Rarey made play, with Cherry Bounce, Sportsman, and Endor Witch follow- ing ; Rook the Gardener took the second place in the winning field, but was unable to overhaul the favourite, who won very cleverly by a length; six lengths between the second and third ; bad fourth. Cherry Bounce fell soon after leaving the winning field in the last round. Only the four placed passed the post, Brompton being beaten in the early part of the race. The pace was good. NEWMARKET STEEPLE CHASES.— We beg to draw the attention of our readers to the advertisement of this meeting, which ap- pears in another column, by which it will be seen that the stewards give £ 50 to a race on the second < Jay. The line chosen is between Kenriett and Moulton, about three miles from New- market, and the country, we are informed by our correspondent, is admirably adapted for the purpose. A good betting enclosure has been formed, in which is a platform 50 feet by 25 feet, raised eight feet from the ground, from whence is obtained a good view of the course. A commodious booth, 80 feet in length, has also been erected, for the accommodation of the visitors in the betting enclosure. Railway arrangements: On Thursday and Friday, the 19th and 20th' inst, a special train of first and second class carriages will leave London for Newmarket at 8: 55 a. m., returning from Newmarket to London each day at 6 p. m. Mr M'Adam requests us to state that his horse Climax is struck out of both the Liverpool Grand National and Derby Steeple Chases, having been left in the formerby mistake, as he scratched him as soon as the weights appeared. BIRMINGHAM STEEPLE CHASES.— The Hunters' Stakes, the Hunters' Welter Cup, and the Victuallers' Handicap, at this meet- ing, close on Tuesday next, the 17th inst.— See Advertisement. The Bangor Steeple Chase fixture is altered from the 17th to the 20th March. Full particulars will shortly be advertised. The County of Northumberland Steeple Chases ( Rothbury) will take place April 23. GRAND MILITARY STEEPLE CHASES.— The list and Welte races will have 100 sovs added to each. Windsor Steeple Chases are fixed to take place on the 20th and 21st March. Zara Hall ( county Meath) Steeple Chases will take place on the 5th of May. CRINOLINE AND ITS VICTIMS.— Another poor girl, named Mar- garet Davey, aged fourteen, died on Tuesday at the London Hos- pital, from burns caused by her clothes, which were distended by crinoline, being set fire to while she was reaching something from the mantelpiece in a kitchen where she was employed. An in- quest was held on Thursday, and of course a verdict of accidental death was returned.— On the same day Dr Lankester held an in- quest on the body of Miss Harriet Kugh, aged 25, of 28, Randolph- road, Maida Hill, whose dress took fire while she was stooping to attend to her mother, who was lying ill on a sofa near the fire. A similar verdict was returned in this case. COUBSING. COURSING FIXTURES FOR 1863. FEBRUARY. PLACE. coran. JUDGE. Worcester Club ( Holt).. Worcestershire.. Mr Warwick... Carlow Club Ireland.,.. Mr Westropp-... Waterloo Lancashire Mr Warwick ... Thorney ( Open) Cambridgeshire.. Mr Warwick... Upper Annandale ( Moffat) Dumfriesshire .. LlrBoulton Ford and Lowick Northumberland Monastereven Club ( Challenge Cup) Ireland Mr R. Westropp. Baldock Club ( Sapling). Herts. Mr Warwick ... Dirleton and North Berwick Berwickshire.... Mr J. Hay South Lancashire ( Southport) Lancashire Mr Bennett MARCH. Ashdown Park ( Open).. Berks Mr Warwick Ireland Mr VYalker Northumberland. Mr Warwick..., Ireland Mr H. Walker . Ireland Mr Westropp... Middlesex Mr Warwick... Ireland Mr Westropp... MEETING. .17 .18 .18,19, 20 \ ,24& fol. di\ .25,26 .25 .25, 26 .26 .26, 27 .26,27 . 3& fol. days . 4& fol. day . lO& fol. days .11, 12 , i2& fol, days Diamor Club Coqueidaie Club Mountainstown Kilkenny Ciub .. Amicable Club.. Carlow Club .... Co Louth Club ( Cham- pion Open) Ireland. Biggar ( Champion) ( Douglas) Lanarkshire .... Mr Warwick.... Limerick ( Open) Ireland Mr R. Westropp . North Union Club ( Co Antrim) Ireland MrH. Walker .. 31& April 1 APRIL. Cork Southern Club ( Champion) ( Cloyue). Ireland. Monastereven Club— Ireland Mr R. Westropp.. Limerick Club ( Knock- rue Open) .... Ancaster Baldock Club , Mablethorpe Coquetdale Club Marliam Hesketh Bank ( South- port) Altcar Club North Somercotes .... Metropolitan Clubs ( Champion) Middlesex DECEMBER. Newmarket ( Open Champion) 18 . l8& fol. days .. 24 ) .25, 26 8 . .13,14 Ireland... Mr R. Westropp.. 22, 23 OCTOBER. Lincolnshire .... Mr E. Spaftord .. 5 Herts Mr Warwick.... 28, 29 NOVEMBER. Lincolnshire Mr E. Spafford .. 5 Northumberland. Mr Warwick.. .. 10& fol. day Norfolk ll& fol. days Lancashire Mr A. Bennett .. Lancashire . Liiii coin shire .... Mr E. Spafford. 14 18,19, 20 24 .24, 25 Tattershall ( Open) .. Baldock Club ( Open) Baldock Club. Cambridgeshire.. Mr Warwick ... Lincolnshire .... MrE. Spafford. Herts Mr Warwick... . l& fol. days . 9& fol. davs .18,17,18 ' FEBRUARY, 1864. Herts............ Mr Warwick .... 10,11 THE GREAT WATERLOO MEETING. On the eve of the great annual contest on the plains of Altcar, we, as usual, lay before our readers our analysis of the capabilities, chances, and merits, together with an account of the perform- ances of the animals engaged, compiled by the able pens of our contributors, " Ashdown" and " Caledonia," from sources sup- plied exclusively from the nominators themselves. The great interest and excitement invariably caused by the recurrence of this great gathering has suffered this year no diminution. On the contrary, speculation has never taken so wide a range on any previous anniversary; and the demand for accommodation, both for man and beast, at Formby, Hightown, and elsewhere in the neighbourhood of the scene of action has never been exceeded. Should the meeting be favoured by the present delightfully fine and open weather, such a gathering of coursers as will next week assemble at Altcar will probably be quite without precedent, either in that or any otker locality. Only in 1857 did the Waterloo Cup first a » sume its present importance in the coursing world. In 1836, when first founded, it was but an eight- dog stake, but, through the exertions of Mr Lynn, it was extended the following year to sixteen dogs, at £ 5 each; and in 1838 it was further in- creased to thirty- two dogs, at £ 25 each. In 1856 it was won by Protest, Judge running up; the following year the stake was in- creased to its present dimensions, when it was won by Mr Wilton's w f d King Lear, Capt Spencer's r d Sunbeam running up. In 1858 Mr Cass's f d Neville won, and Mr Dixon's Deacon ran up. In 1859 Mr Jardine's Clive and his Selby divided. In 1860 Mr Blackstock's r b Maid of the Mill won, Lord Sefton's bd b 8ampler running up. In 1861 Mr Campbell's w d Canaradzo won, Mr Spinks's f d Sea Rock running up; and in 1862 Mr Gregson's Roaring Meg won, Mr Brocklebank's Bowfell running up. As usual, the annual meeting of the National Club will be held at Lynn's, Waterloo Hotel, on Tuesday afternoon, for the transac- tion of the ordinary business and consideration of the proposed revision of the rules. The entry for the Cup will close at six o'clock on that day. The following is a list of the subscribers on this occasion THE GREAT WATERLOO CUP, Feb 18th, 19th, and20th, 1863. Judge, Mr Warwick, blipper, Mr Raper, 1 Earl of Sefton 33 Mr J. Hole 2 Hon Capt C. C. Molyneux 34 ,, W. P. Hammond 3 Mr A. Graham 35 ,, W. Mather 4 ,, C. Randell 36 „ H. Haywood 5 Sir St G. Gore, Bart 37 „ J. Bell 6 Mr D. H. Jones 38 „ J. Ingleby 7 „ W. G. Borron Lord Lurgan 39 „ Gavin 8teel 8 40 „ J. Johnstone 9 ,, Binning 41 ,, G-. Fitzmaurice 10 ,, Bective Viscount Uftington 42 ,, Clousdale 11 43 ,, E, J. Lindsay 12 Mr J. Gibson 44 ,, J. F. Arinstead 13 ,, Campbell 45 „ W. Worrall 14 ,, T. Brocklebank 46 ,, Q. Blanshard 15 ,, J. Gordon 47 ,, Callandar 16 „ J. Jardine 48 „ W. Peacock 17 „ Bake 49 „ J. H. Blundell 18 ,, J. Hyslop 50 ,, J. Lawton 19 „ T. D. Hornby 51 ,, Bell Irving 20 ,, J. Knowles 52 „ J. Russell 21 „ Croft 53 „ J. Cunningham 22 ,, G. Gregson 54 „ Stocker 23 ,, Spinks 55 „ J. Gal way 24 ,, J. Dunlop 56 „ P. Callan 25 „ D. Bateman 57 „ T. T. C. Lester 26 ,, Moore 58 „ E. W. Haywood 27 ,, J. Blackstock 59 ,, G-. A. Thompson 28 ,, A. A. Morrall 60 „ T. Williams 29 „ Barden 61 „ C. Jardine Lord Grey de Wilton 30 Major Boothby 62 31 Mr J. S. Bland 63 Mr Q. B. Bruce 32 ,, Brundrit 64 „ Ivie Campbell DIVISION OF STAKES. The GREAT WATERLOO CUP of 64 subscribers, at £ 25 each, the money (£ 1,600) to be divided as under :— 1 Winner to receive £ 500 1 Second to receive 200 2 Dogs to receive £ 50 each 100 4 Dogs to receive £ 30 each 120 8 Dogs to receive £ 20 each 160 16 Dugs tu receive £ 10 each 160 The Waterloo Purse and Plate £ 1,240 .. 360 £ 1,600 The winner to give three dozen of claret to the club dinner. The WATERLOO PURSE, for 32 dogs, beaten in the first course for the Waterloo Cup, amounting to £ 260, to be divided as under:— The winner to receive £ 100 Second to receive 50 2 Dogs to receive £ 15 each 30 4 Dogs to receive £ 10 each. 40 8 Dogs to receive £ 5 eaeh 40 The winner to give one dozen of champagne to the club dinner. The WATERLOO PLATE, for 16 dogs beaten in the second ties for the Waterloo Cup, amounting to £ 100, to be divided as under :— The winner to receive ..£ 45 The second to receive 20 2 Dogs to receive £ 7 10s each 15 4 Dogs to receive £ 5 each 20 LATEST BETTING. 100 to 8 agst Mr Lindsay's nomination ( tk freely) 100 to 7 Mr Blackstock's nomination ( off) 100 to 6 Mr Spinks's nomination ( off) 100 to 6 Mr Worrall's nomination ( tk) 100 to 4 Lord Binning's nomination ( tk) 100 to 3 Mr Croft's nomination ( tk) 100 to 3 Mr Haywood's nomination ( tk) 100 to 3 Mr Hammond's nomination ( tk) The betting in Manchester is very spirited, Mr Lindsay's nomi- nation in great force. Mr Brocklebank's r b Briar, by Deacon out of Blush Rose ( second season), will represent his nomination. Last season, at the Ridgway Ciub November Meeting, she beat Queen of May in the first round for the South Lancashire Puppy Stakes, and was put out in her second course by Raspberry, who was drawn after au undecided course with Ciologa, the winner. At the Altcar Club November Meeting she beat Lemonade and Sweetface, and succunmed in her third course to Sylphide, who ran up to Blemish. At the Ridgway December Meeting she was beaten in her third course by Mr Spinks's Sea Trip, who divided the stakes with Roaring Meg. The present season she has appeared in public but twice ; at the Altcar Club November Meeting she won the Altcar Stakes, beating Corporal Bardolph, Belemnite, and Sea Rock. Mr Bake ns Heather Jock for his nomination; he is a blue dog, by Blue Lambton out of Sophia. His first appearance this season was at the Hornby, Bainesse, and Catterick Meeting, where he divided the Cup with St Albans after beating Sugarcane, Danny Mann ( now Laverock), and Dundee; he afterwards at the Coquet- dale Autumn Meeting ran up to Hillflower for the Biddlestone Stakes, beating Beulah, Glenburnie, and Kingwater after two un- decided courses; in his third spin with Kingwater the latter led three lengths to a small gateway, where the hare doubled back for the cover, letting in Heather Jock, who then led several lengths, and kept possession of the hare to the plantation. At the Bridekirk Meeting, Dec 3d, Kingwater turned the tables on his old oppo- nent by beating him in his third course for the 32 dog stake, which Kingwacer afterwards divided with Union Jack. Heather Jock is a fine dog of great power, anda resolutely close worker; I don't believe him to be as last as Kingwater, but think he pos- sesses more determination. Scipio ( first season) will run for Mr Hole; he is a fawn dog, by Effort out of Integrity, and has appeared but once in public. At the Tredegar Park Club Meeting he beat Mr Price's Pernicity, by David out of Lady Clara; he then beat in his second course Trinket, by Tipsy Cake out of Lutestring, and was put out in the deciding course by Mr Price's Patent, who went on the outside first to the hare, and turned; Scipio wrenched twice; Patent giving a go- by, turned twice, and killed. Mr Worrall's nomination has been backed for an amount of money, and for some time figured as second favourite. He runs Agility ( first season), a black and white bitch, by LetHim beEasy out of Satin. Her first appearance was at the Abergele October Meeting, where she figured very prominently in the Jtilwy Stakes, for 32 bitch puppies. In her first course she beat her half sister, Sukey, and afterwards beat Terror and Blue Lady ( who beat Mr Campbell's Coodarena). She then ran a bye, and was put out by Gipsy Queen, who divided the stakes with Actress. At this meet- ing she w as very much out of condition. Afterwards she cleverly beat Blue Lady; when she displayed such superior pace she looked wretched. Her next performance was at Ridgway ( Ly- tliam) Club Meeting, where she distinguished herself by beating Skittles, Cape Pigeon, and Black Forest, and was put out in the fourth round by Mr Campbell's Calmaroona, who divided the stake with Blooming Daisy. Her next appearance was at theK Ridgway Club ( Southport) Meeting, where she won the South' Lancashire Stakes, beating Lady Harriet, Yordas, and Golden Dream. Such a performance must make her a dangerous com- petitor for the forthcoming national event. Mr Lawton runs Laura, a fawn bitch, by Judge out of Lady Neville. She won the Oakly Cup at Bishop's Castle Meeting in November, beating Bit 0' Gold, Hypatia, and Rifleman, aud also won the Hesketh Cup at the Ridgway Club Southport Meeting. Sir George Gore runs Rienzi, by Judge out of Riot. He has not been in public this season, but I am informed his private trial has been very satisfactory. Mr Hammond has secured Mr Deighton's red bitch Donna del Lago, by Oakball out of Wood Pigeon. She was beaten in her third course, after an undecided, by Gipsy Queen, the winner of the Bitch Produce Stakes at Abergele in October, and at Cirences- ter Club Meeting she was put out in her second course by Little Bessie, also the winner. Afterwards, at Spetchley, she won the Puppy Stakes, beating Oak Branch and Mercury. In December, at Sudbury, she was beaten in her first course by Sea Pink. Her next appearance was at Wellesbourne, where she won a 16- dog Puppy Stake, and also won a 16- dog stake at Apley, Jan 1. She was never led to the hare, or- beaten by any excepting the winner of the stake. Her running weight is 511b. Mr Hornby names Mr Jefferson's Imperatrice, by David out of Java. She was beat in her first course for the Croxteth Stakes by Guileless at the Altcar Autumn Meeting. She was afterwards beat in her fourth course by Kingwater, after defeating Moorcock, Bank of England, and Lady Solway. She was afterwards beaten V 6 BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON, FEBRUARY 15, 1863. at Kenilworth by Deny; and again at Altcar by her sister, Kacketty Girl. There will be three from Mr Spinks's kennel to contend for this much coveted prize, viz, Sea Foam, Sea Pink, and Sea Girl, but which Mr Spinks runs in his nomination I have not yet heard; but believe Messrs Lindsay's and D. Bateman's nominations will be represented from this dangerous kennel. TJ* lligerent runs for Mr Brundrit. He won two courses at the Alp ele Meeting, and was afterwards drawn afler an undecided w; r> ii Fairy Dream, the ground being fearfully hard. At South- , in October, he divided the Scarisbrook Cup with Gilbert, i? possesses superior speed, and will prove a dangerous antago- r^ giover the Altcar ground. v Blemish, from the same kennel, will run in Mr Mather's nomi- nation, and although not possessing the speed of Belligerent, she is equally clever, and always distinguishes herself over the Waterloo ground. Owing to an accident early in November, she has only appeared once this season, viz, at the late Altcar Meeting, when she won three courses for the Members' Cup. Mr Bell's nomination will be represented by Mr Hodson's bk dog Hippogrift', by Ringleader out of Belle Dame. When at Bar- ton upon- Humber he was much out of condition, being fully three pounds too heavy, but I have since learnt from his owner lie has much improved ; he is certainly one of the handsomest greyhounds I have seen, and if at all clever at his ditches he will prove a dangerous antagonist. Gipsy Queen, by Twixt outrof Thanks, will run for Mr Edward Croft, in October at Abergele.' 8he divided the Elwy Stakes of 32 dogs with Actress, after beating Caroola, Donna del Lago, and Agility ; the latter two are also representatives for the Waterloo Cup. She is a clever animal, and a remarkably close worker. Mr Gregson names a black dog Sambo, by Black Cloud out of Reckless, by Barrator out of Randell's Riot. In Oct last he di- vided the Hornsby Cup of 32 dogs with Heather Jock and St Albans, beating 8ilverhair and several others. In Nov he won an 8 dog stake at Burton Agnes very cleverly ; and at the Dec meet- ing at Southport he won the ' Scarisbrook Cup, beating Babs, Master Leotard, Brandy, and Kingwater. He is a clever, close worker, and a good killer; as will be seen, he is well bred, and will unquestionably prove a dangerous opponent to many of the cracks. Mr Haywood has determined to run his black bitch Rebe, after her clever performance at the Hereford ( Holme and Rotherwas) Meeting; she is by Mr Randell's Regan out of Lady, and runs about 51 pounds. 8he was put out by accident in her course with Patent at the Bredwardine ( West Hereford) Meeting, after lead- ing him three lengths to the hare, overshot herself near the drain side, causing her to fall into it, she again passed heropponent, but too late to recover the early point lost by her accident. She was afterwards beaten in the^ deciding course atKenilworth by Mer- cury. After severe runningshe met her vie tor, who was com paratively fresh, having barely had a coursc of any length during the meet- ing ; she was then two lengths faster than Mr Morrall's dog, but the hare bore round to the latter, whose clever working abilities pre- vented her from getting to work, and the hare escaped in the plan- tation. 8he afterwards beat Kiteliyer, Amelia, and Consideration for the Rotherwas Stakes at the Hereford Meeting, and was then drawn for the forthcoming event. Mercury will run for Mr Morrall. He is by Shooting Star out of Helen, and has appeared but thrice in public, winning the Wellesbourne Stakes of eight dogs, the Kenilworth Stakes of 32 dogs, and was beaten in the deciding course for the Spetchley Stakes by Donna del Lago. He is remarkably clever with his teeth, and a close worker, but I have never seen him in any ditch country. Mr Ran dell's nomination will be represented by Mr Price's bd w d Patent, by David out of Lady Clara ( first season). He was defeated at Abergele in a terrific course, when much out of condition, by Carabradzo ; he afterwards won the Tredegar Park Champion Cup, beating Ringdove, Sonnet, and Scipio. His next performance was winning the Bredwardine St Leger, of 35 dogs, when he put out Rising Lark, Maid of the Village, Rebe, and Lyndhurst. Mr Ellis's bd d Ellington, I am informed, will run in Mr Stocker's nomination. Ellington is by Baronet out of Muslin ( first season) ; and possesses superior pace; he won the Southport Stakes, 20 dogs, at the South Lancashire Open Meeting, beating Dead Shot, Secession, Meg Merrilies, and Circus. Mr Bartholomew's bd b Moselle, by Musician out of Norali, will run in Mr C. Jardine's nomination. She has appeared but once this season, when she was beat in her second course by Con- federate at Bridekirk. The only representative from the metropolitan district will he Mr Bland's bk b Belle of the Village, by Black Cloud out of Prizeflower; her former career is well known by all of our Teaders; she recently visited Seacombe, and has since been located near the Altcar meadows, for the purpose of practising ditching. Lord Sefton has had a satisfactory trial with Streamer, but I have no authority to state what he will run; I believe Sutler runs for Capt Molyneux. Lord Grey de Wilton will run Glendower, by David out of Gauzewing; and Mr G. B. Bruce has disposed of his nomination, but I am not informed who has secured it. The Irish Brigade will consist of the following:— Lord Lurgan runs Lady Java, Lord Bective Bobbinet, Mr Barden Dervock, Mr Eitzmaurice Careless ( Mr Curling's), Heather Belle, or Oscar, Mr J. Russell Reliance, Mr J. Gaiway Lady Nora, and Mr P. Callan ns Confederate. Lady Java, bd w b, by David out of Java ( first season) was beat in the deciding course for the Limerick St Leger, after defeating Darling, Morgan Rattler, and Raymond; she next appeared at Kingstown ( county Meath) meeting, where she divided the Mer- sey Stakes with Col Conyngham's Cinoloa. Bobbinet, r b, by Legar Hill out of Bunting, has been out three times during the season. At Bendrigg she was beat in her second course by Sibthorpe. At the Altcar Club Meeting she was beaten by Mr Spinks's clever bitch Sea Girl, winner of the Croxteth Stakes for bitch puppies, and afterwards won the Produce Stakes at Kingstown December Meeting, where she defeated Master Mick, Bonfire, Cherry, and Flora Macnever. Dervock, by St Clair out of Erin, won the Consolation Stakes at the North Union Club ( Antrim), and was beat in the deciding course by Lord Lurgan's Lady Agnes, for the Massarene Stakes at the North Union Club Meeting; he afterwards appeared four times in public, but was not successful on either occasion. Reliance, by Beacon out of Fancy, beat Skelper in his first course for the Brownlow Cup, and in his next trial got defeated by Express. Lady Norah ( Lord Lurgan's), by Musician out of Nora, won but one course in the Lurgan Cup, Grasshopper beating her in the following ties. She afterwards won the Mountainstown Plate ( Co Meath) of 12 dogs, beating Charcoal, Bavin, and Senator. Confederate, by Dan M'Clean out of Lecture, won three courses in the Waterloo Purse last season, being put out by the winner, Sea Pink. During the present season he divided the Biggar Cup cf 16 dogs with Mr Blanshard's Babs, and was beaten in his third course by Union Jack at Bridekirk ; and should an Irish nomina- tion win, it will probably be Confederate. The perform- ance of the Scotch greyhounds being left to another correspondent, of the English division I should pick the best of Mr Spinks's— Rebe, Streamer, Babs, and Agility— to find the winner amongst. ASHDOWN. " SCOTCH AT WATERLOO." I am glad to find that the excitement in coursing circles re- garding this great national gathering of the lovers of the leash is fully as great this year as on any previous occasion, and I am also glad to think that Scotland will not only be up to the mark cf former years in point of the number of nominations, but will likewise be represented by a class of dogs who will maintain the reputation she has already gained on Waterloo plains. I think I am justified in using what some may consider rather boastful language, when it is remembered that, within the last six years, during which the Cup has been extended to sixty- four subscribers, Scotland has been victorious on no less than four occasions, viz, in 1857, when it was won by Mr Wilson, of Dumfries, with his King Lear; 1859, by Messrs Gordon and Jardine, with the latter's Selby and Clive; 1861, by Mr Hyslop ns Canaradzo; and last year, by Mr Callander, of Midlothian, with Roaring Meg. This year a large amount of speculation is afloat with regard to the 8cotch nominations, and I know for a fact that those masters of coursing science. Lord Binning, Messrs Gibson, Lindsay, Jardine, Campbell, and Blan- shard, have already " got on'' to a good stake on favourable terms, one of them standing to win no less than £ 20,000. This speaks volumes for confidence reposed in Scottish dogs and Scottish judgment. Before proceeding to give the probable starters, their performances and capabilities, I wish to call attention to the fact that the National Coursing Club will hold their meeting on Tuesday, at which it is intended to remodel their rules. It is to be hoped that these rules, when so altered and amended, will be adopted in every coursing district, and that local clubs will adhere to them in their entirety, without making additions which only tend t ® confuse and create a bad feeling. After these preliminary remarks I will at once dive in wiedias res I— Taking the counties alphabetically, Ayrshire will send Mr Campbell's w f b Calmaroona, Mr Ivie Campbell's be d Carabradzo, Mr Dunlop's be b Duchess, and Mr Hyslop ns bd b Dixie. Dumfries: Mr H. B. Irvirig's rb Blooming Daisy, Mr Jardine ns Union Jack. Fife: Major Boothby ( taken by Mr Gib- son) probably Baffler. Lanarkshire: Mr Borron ns r d Dunoon, Mr Gordon ns r w d Broadcloth, Mr A. Graham's bd b Great Gun, Mr Lindsay ns w d Sea Foam or Sea Pink, and Mr Steel's bk b 8pider or bk d Spencer. Midlothian : Mr Blandshard's f b Babs, Mr Callander ns Coorooran ( doubtful), Mr Gibson ns f d King- water ; and Roxburghshire: Lord Binning ns w f d Heart of King. Calmaroona ( first season), white and fawn bitch, by Canaradzo out of Young Camerine. Like her sire and sisters, Celerity and Lucy Campbell, she is the picture of greyhound elegance, light and corky, with a snake- like head and neck, good legs and feet. In her first attempt at Biggar, for the Open St Leger, she won four courses most brilliantly, and was drawn in her fifth after a no- go in favour of Dixie, the ultimate winner. She exhibited a good turn of speed, and killed her hares very prettily; her style of gallop is suited to the Altcar ground, as shown by her next per- formance at the Ridgway Meeting, where she cut down in the South Lancashire Stakes Sea Girl ( winner of the Croxteth Stakes, 28 dogs, at Altcar, and the Dove Stakes, 16 dogs, at Sudbury), and Agility ( winner of the South Lancashire Stakes, at Southport, beating amongst others Yordas and Golden Dream), and ulti- mately divided the stake. At the Sudbury Meeting she was put out after a no- go by Hippogriff, and at the Biggar winter meeting suffered defeat ( so the judge said) in her second course, after an undecided by La Sourde, who ultimately divided the stakes. If the hares run well, meet what she will, she will not be easily beaten. Carabradzo ( first season), blue dog, by Beacon out of Scotland Yet, is enormously fast; in colour he resembles his sire and grandsire ( Blueliglit), good sized ( 631b), and lengthy, with a clean bloodlike head and neck, good legs and feet, and splendid shoulders. He made his debut at Biggar for the St Leger, where he led and defeated in succession Pretty Girl, Lavish, La Bru- nette, and Meg o' Lows ( winner of the Ardrossan St Leger, 45 dogs), but was put down on a hill face, after a no- go, in his fifth course, by Owersby, who ultimately ran up. Seven days after- wards he distinguished himself at Abergele by dividing with his kennel companion the Abergele Stakes, 32 dogs, having, amongst others, cut down Patent, a winner of the Champion Pro- duce Stakes at Tredegar, and Bredwardine St Leger, 35 dogs. Mr Campbell has kept his " crack" in lavender for this great event, and he will be brought to slips " fit as a fiddle.'' Duchess ( second season), blue bitch, by Ptarmigan out of Diana Vernon, is small enough for the Altcar plains, weighing only 481b. She is, however, very plucky and honest, but deficient in pace, a great desideratum for Altcar. She has only started twice this season ; the first time at Ardrossan, in October, where she lost her second course after a no- go, but ran very nicely at Ly- tham in the following month, beating Warden and Miss Julia for the Clifton Cup, aud was oi « ly defeated by the ultimate winner after an undecided. Dixie ( first season), brindled bitch, by Beacon out of Scotland Yet. I will only repeat my remarks at the time she won the Biggar St Leger ( Open), 62 dogs:—" Dixie is a strong, muscular bitch, and ran most superbly throughout. 8he has great pace, is a close and determined worker, and a splendid killer. She led all her antagonists, and killed every hare ( excepting in her bye) she was slipped at.'' At Ardrossan she was unfit, and was defeated, after a no- go, in her third course for the St Leger. Her next attempt, at the December meeting, was unsuccessful, being drawn, after two undecideds, in her second course. At Bridekirk she was a great pot, but went down in her first course. I under- stand she is now very fit, and her skilful owner expects she will prove a " clipper" on the day. Bh " tiling Daisy ( first season), a bright red bitch, by Judge out of Fern. This excellent greyhound came to the Biggar m,, T\ ig with a very high private reputation, which her after per- fc'r nances well merited. She is own sister to My Merrimae, T^ butante, and Kitty M'Pherson— all winners. Blooming Daisy is an elegant bitch, weighing 551b, with good legs and feet, strong muscular thighs well let down, a good, rather arched back, and a well- developed head. In her first course she led and easily de- feated The Weasel ( who ran up to Meg o' Lows for the Ardrossan St Leger, 45 dogs), but was put out in her next course in a very bad trial. In her next essay she divided the South Lancashire Stakes at Lytham, 27 dogs. Her next appearance was for the cup at Bridekirk, where she was put out in her second course by Union Jack, after beating Dixie very hollow. Her last appear- ance was at Biggar, in the Open Cup, where she was defeated in her second course by Babs, who ultimately divided the stake. She was evidently too big at that meeting. I expect her to be very hard to beat. Union Jack ( first season), red dog, by Bridegroom out of Atter- mire, a good- sized, handsome greyhound of the first class, with the recommendation of the whole litter being " crack." He has distinguished himself in all his courses in open stakes, and has never suffered defeat. He is very muscular, and possesses more than ordinary powers of endurance, and is a sure killer. He com- menced his career in the Biggar Bt Leger, where he led and easily defeated Great Expectations, Bright Colours, and Hen- rietta, and was drawn, after a no- go, in favour of Owersby, who ultimately ran up. His next appearance was even more brilliant at Bridekirk ; he put out Duke ( who divided the Roxburgh Stakes at the Border, and ran up for the Cup, 23 dogs, at Whitehaven), Blooming Daisy ( who divided the Boutli Lancashire Stakes, 27 dogs, at Lytham), Confederate ( who afterwards divided the Biggar Open Cup), Bardolph ( who ran up for the Eamont Bridge Stakes, 16 dogs, at Brougham), and di- vided the stakes with Kingwater, agreeably to previous arrange- ments. These performances stamp Mr Jardine's nomination worth an investment at the present price. Dunoon ( first season), red dog, by Daring out of Creeping Kate, is a good- sized fair dog. He won three courses in the Biggar Bt Leger, and was drawn, after a no- go, in his fourth. His next attempt was for the St Leger, at Ardrossan, where he was drawn in his fourth ties. At the November meeting he was put out in his first course, but at the De- cember meeting he came out in good form, and vanquished his opponents in grand style for the Seafield Tower Stakes, 23 dogs. He is a capital worker and killer, butnot first classin pace. Broadclothisdoubtful— it depends how he performs at Ardrossan. He is a fine, good- looking dog, by Picton out, of Tritonia, 27 inches high, and weighs 671b. He has a beautiful skimming style of gallop, the very stamp for Altcar. He has only run once in pub- lic, winning three courses in the Ardrossan St Leger, and was drawn, after a no- go, in his fourth. I understand he has gained several admirers and supporters for this event. Great Gun ( first season), brindled bitch, by Beacon out of Scot- land Yet. She was not right at the last Altcar meeting, got worse on coming home, but now she has got into capital spirits, and is taking on muscle. Yet she has scarcely time, even if she were naturally competent. Mr Graham has five to select from, but the chapter of accidents has all but thrown him upon Great Gun to do fire for him. She has had no practice, seems to be careless in springing from slips, and did nothing at Altcar— her first ap- pearance in a public coursing field. 8ea Foam ( second season), white dog, by Beacon out of Scotland Yet. This far- famed greyhound, own brother to Caaa- radzo, Sea Pink, Coorooran, Dixie, and Carabradzo, com- menced his career in the Biggar St Leger, winning his four first courses in the most hollow style, but fell in his fifth to the superior powers of Confederate, the ultimate winner. Six days afterwards he ran most brilliantly at Abergele, and divided the Open Puppy Stakes, 41 dogs. His next appearance was for the Altcar Cup, 14 dogs, which he won without being col- lared. At the January meeting he suffered defeat by Warlike, in his second course. In his next attempt at the Ridgway Club Meet- ing, at Lvtham, he vanquished all his competitors in gallant style for the United Produce Stakes, 32 dogs, and closed his season a joint winner with his sister, Sea Pink, of the Champion 8takes, 32 dogs, at the County Louth Meeting. This season he succumbed to Bavin in his second course for the Altcar Cup, but retrieved his laurels at Southport. by dividing the Ridgway Cup with his bro- ther, Coorooran. His' last appearance was on the 21st ult, at Altcar, for the Cup, 32 dogs, which he won in superb style. He has run 34 public courses, and only thrice suffered defeat. His weight is 641b. Bpider ( second season), black bitch, by Seagull out of Sourocks. Like her late sister. Sixty- one, only 61b less in weight, she is a magnificent greyhound, quite first- class in pace and working quali- ties, and a splendid killer. In height she is 24 inches, girth 26, length 38, and weighs 521b. Her public performances are of the highest class. At Biggar she was put out in lier second course, a bad trial, thatoughtnottohave been decided. At theCaledonian Meeting sheliterallyflewaway withtheChampion Stake, beating in her first courseBergamot( winner0f the Netherton Stake, 16dogs, at Coquet- dale; the All- aged Stakes, 18 dogs, at Newmarket, and runner- up to Sea Foam for the late Altcar Cup). She ran up to Sea Pink for the Vernon Cup, 32 dogs, at Sudbury, winning all her courses in grand style, and had she not injured herself internally in her fourth course her plucky owner believes she would have cut down the winner. She will be brought to slips in good trim, and her brilliant performances ought not to be overlooked. Her brother Spencer, one of the fastest dogs, will accompany her as a reserve. Babs ( second season), fawn bitch, by Belted Will out of the renowned Baffler, a beautiful and clever little animal at all points. She commenced the season at the Border Meeting, and divided the Roxburgh Stakes. In her next season Oscar defeated her in her second course for the Champion Stakes at the Caledonian Meeting. Fourteen days afterwards she divided the Ly- tham Cup, 18 dogs, with her kennel companion Bucepha- lus. At Sudbury she was put out after a no- go with Sea Girl ( the winner), in her third course, but came out and divided the Biggar Cup, 16 dogs, at the Biggar Meeting, with Confederate. Her last appearance was over the Waterloo ground, on the 21st ult, defeating in succession, for the Members' Cup, Stockings, Retainer, and Blackthorn, but was afterwards drawn slightly lame. " Sandy" will bring her to slips in splendid condition. Mr Cal- lander may run Coorooran, but it is very doubtful what will be sent. Kingwater ( third season), fawn and white dog, by Jacobite out of Meg. This well known " flyer" very nearly hauled a " pot'' last year, and although I know him to be a wonderful animal, would hesitate before selecting a third season dog for such a great event. Still there are some good judges who will stick to him, and I would not be surprised to see this fine son of Jacobite first favourite before long, but not the actual winner. He has run thrice this season ; commencing at Coquetdale, he put down Annoyance and Glenburnie, but Heather Jock settled his preten- tions after two no- goes. At Bridekirk he ran most splendidly, and putdown Owersby, Saxon„ Heather Jock, and Imperatrice, running throughout with great fire; his last appearance was for the Sca- risbrook Cup at Southport, where he ran up. Heart of King ( first season), white and fawn dog, by Johnny Armstrong out of Dora. I have not seen this Cumberland " crack," but am advised by one of the best judges in that neighbourhood that he is an extraordinary puppy. Hitherto in the hands of a party who could not bring him pro- perly out, nevertheless his performances are good; having won two courses at Brampton, twelve days afterwards he di- vided the Open P « tppy Stake, 32 dogs, with his brother Donald at Brougham. His last appearance was for the Brougham Open Cup for all ages; he led and beat Queen Lear, Dickens, and Bribery, but in his fourth course, alter showing considerable speed over his antagonist, and serving himself thrice, appeared to tire, and was defeated; he is now in the hands of " Sandy Grant," who will no doubt have him in tip- top form. Having in the pre- ceding remarks gone over the performances and peculiarities of the several competitors who will represent Scotland, I will now wind up by expressing an opinion that if the Waterloo Cup crosses the border it will be won by " Heart of King" or a descendant of " Scotland Yet." CALEDONIA. THE NATIONAL COURSING CLUB. TO THE EDITOE OP BELL S LIFE IN LONDON. Bis: As the proposed alterations in the composition and in some of the rules of the National Coursing Club will be taken into consideration next week at the general meeting at Liverpool, and as no fair and impartial review of these propositions has appeared in your valuable columns, may I presume briefly to notice them. The extension of the number of members to 50, and the new mode of their selection, are moves in the right direction, conso- nant with the wishes of the coursing public, and will, without doubt, be duly appreciated. Since it is not possible for such an election to be made on the universal suffrage principle among coursers, what class of constituency can be devised more popular, or what system of electing the members more suitable for the development of public opinion on the affairs of the leash, than that of the amalgamated votes of the coursing clubs of the United Kingdom ? This effectually does away with any pretence for carping at the exclusiveness of this club as self- elected— a mon- strous error and misrepresentation! The mode of self- election never existed in it, because its members were elected by the assem- bled elite of the coursing world at the Waterloo meetings. The plan for " the selection of new members by the established coursing clubs composed of above twenty- five subscribers of more than one year's standing" is simple, and easy of arrangement. Each club first registers itself with the secretary of the National Club, and to prevent any squabbles about precedence, they are to bet ken alphabetically as regards priority of " selection.'' In the discussion on the details of each of these propositions, undoubtedly some amendments will be adopted, and perhaps the qualification for a club to exceed the number of " twenty- five'' members may be thought by some too high a standard. The clause, which provides for " ten members to go out by ro- tation, according to length of service each year, and not to be re- eligible for a twelvemonth," requires, in my opinion, the most careful consideration. It is not the number of retiring members to which I object, but I much doubt the advisableness of the pro- hibition for their re- election the ensuing year, and for these reasons :— Under the new system of election the club will be com- posed of members elected upon the broad, and independent scale of popular representation, free from any predominant influence. Among the body of coursers there are not too many who will take upon themselves the onus of regularly attending the general meet- ings, more particularly the one in London ; and, besides this, there are some talented men of business, of great experience in coursing, zealously devoted to its interests, constantly present at each general meeting, whose absence, it appears to me, as judges and arbitrators on the various questions referred to the club for its adjustment may be a great loss to the coursing community. If a moiety of those retiring each year were re- eligible, would it not be more advantageous to the interests of the sport, and more facili- tate the satisfactory despatch of the business brought under the consideration of the club ? The next clause (" for all complaints of whatever description, or any matter in dispute connected with coursing, can be referred to the National Club for arbitration or adjustment") is of the most vital importance, and contains the very grist of the efficacy of this club. By it aRy controversy- or doubtful question, without " let or hindrance" from stewards or committee, can be brought under the jurisdiction of the club. A case may, by possibility, occur in which the constituted authorities at an open meeting may decide that there is no appeal against their decision, and that it is final. Thus an error of judgment and an actual viola- tion of the very laws of the National Club, by which their meet- ing was regulated, may remain in force and unremedied. This clause, then, is not arbitrary ; on the contrary, it is in all its bear- ings a liberal one, enabling, as it does, the aggrieved party at his own option to bring his case before the legitimate tribunal for the redress of his real or imaginary wrongs. Nothing will so decidedly annihilate the present bickerings, wrangles, and the weeks of fruitless discussions, of which your correspondent, " No Name," so feelingly complains in your last publication, as such an enactment as this :— In Rule 1st the suggested appointment of a select committee to revise, and I hope to condense, the rules of Thacker is very judicious. Rule 2d. No innovation upon the old laws of the leash has worked so well, according to my experience, as that of giving the privilege to an owner of a greyhound, dissatisfied with a de- cision, of asking, through the stewards, an explanation from the judge. The amendment proposed in the latter part of this rule is an additional bonus, because " the expression of the stewards' opinion in writing, if required," on the judge's statement, is more likely to be productive of practical results than as it stands in the rule at present. Rule 3d. The concluding sentence of this rule invests the stewards with vast powers, viz, in being authorised " to have any greyhound found to be beyond control, and mischievous, taken out of the slips and disqualified." I am usually disposed to place implicit confidence in the honourable and judicious conduct of stewards in the field, and I feel convinced that no stewards would have disqualified a greyhound unless under flagrant circum stances of pugnacity and obstinacy. Still, it must be a very doubt- matter whether it may not be desirable to leave the question un- touched, although there may occasionally occur cases of peculiar hardship. Rule 15 explains that the owner or nominator of a greyhound may run any dog he pleases in a bye to assist in the course, pro- vided it be a puppy in a puppy stakes, and adapting in a sapling stakes. I should suppose no other courser but " No Name" can be found to © bject to this. Would he advocate for it to be optional to run a cunning old dog, well up to the killing dodge, with a puppy or sapling ? Rules 18, 19, and 20 contain matter of much importance, all cor- rect in their principles, and are sure to meet the approval of the I have omitted alluding to that wholesome proposition for the admittance of the coursing public by payment of 2s 6d each, thereby doing away with the taunt which has been thrown at the club of " hole and corner meetings." Would it not be possible to extend this boon still further by the secretary giving free admis- sion tickets to members of all the coursing clubs who shall here- after be enrolled for voting for the members of the club ? These propositions, taken as a whole, embody numerous im- provements and amendments in the constitution and rules of the National Club, and there is every probability that on Tuesday next they will receive the approving sanction of that large and influential assembly of popular coursers to whose consideration they will then be submitted.— Yours, & c, A PUBLIC COUBSEB. JED FOREST CLUB MEETING- FEB 11. Stewards: Sir W. Scott, Bart, M. P.; Lord Binning: T. Elliot, T. Thomson, and J. Simson, Esqs. Judge: Mr Jamieson. Slipper: T. Hobkirk. Hon Sec: J. M. Grainger. The ANCRUM STAKES. I. Mr J. Simson'srwb Careless Meg, by Witness out of Stormy Petrel, beat Mr Lund's b b Beldame, by Beldamite— Britannia Mr Thomson's be w b Maid of the Mist, by Judgment out of Weird Sister, beat Mr A. Oswald's w b d Rapid Rhone, by Thankerton out of Spot Mr T. Thomson's b w b Forest Flower, by Terrona out of Lutestring, beat Mr J. Simson's bd r d Bowhill, by Oscar— Dinna Forget Mr W. Mills's b b Ettrlck Lass, by Snowball— Dinna Forget, beat Mr Douglas's b r d Jack Fraser, by Brutus— Young Camerino Mr Scott ns b w b Intake, by Orator out of Queen Ann, beat Mr S. Doiid's be w b England Yet, by Spring out of Eloquence Mr T. Elliot's bk w b Bess o' the Neuk, by Logie o' Buchan out of Emma, by Eden, ran a bye Careless Meg beat Maid of the I Mist III. CarelessMeg beat ForestFlower ^ Mr James Simson's r w b Careless Meg, by Witness out of Stormy Petrel, and Mr Scott ns be w b Intake, by Orator out of Queen Ann, divided, after a no- go. Forest Flower beat Ettrick Lass Intake beat Bess o' the Neuk Intake ran a bye BALD0CE CLUB MEETING- FEB 10 & 11. ( Under the patronage of the Most Noble the Marquis of Salisbury, K. G.) Stewards: Messrs J. Smyth, H. Rayner, aud J. O. Daintree. Secretary: Mr G. Thody. Judge: Mr Warwick. Slipper: P. Craft. Field Steward: Mr Turney. Flag Steward: Mr W. Inskip. The DERBY STAKES, for dog puppies. Mr T. Inskip's be Impetus, by Mussulman out of Black Bess, beat Mr Wadlow's r Wanderer, by Caper out of Lincoln Miss Mr Storv's bd Strathmore, by David out of Truth, beat Mr T. Inskip's f Ion, by Idas out of Fly Mr Hanscombe's bk Tinker, by Happy Joe out of Black Gipsy, beat Mr Smyth's bk Mechanic, by Blacksmith out of Hopeless Mr Wadlow's r Wellington, by Caper out of Lincoln Miss, beat Mr Tur- ney's w The Cauliflower, by The Unknown out of Tickle Trout II. Strathmore beat Impetus I Tinker beat Wellington III. Mr Story's bd Strathmore, by David out of Truth, beat Mr Hanscombe's bk Tinker, by Happy Joe out of Black Gipsy, and won. The OAKS STAKES, for bitch puppies. Mr T. Inskip's bd Impost ure, by Ripper out of Show Girl, beat Mr Hans- combe's bk Biack Bess, by Happy Joe out of Black Gipsy Mr Marshall's bk Black Legs, by Jurist out of Duchess, beat Mr Can- non's r Cara, by Judge out of Clara Mr Marshall's w f Millefleur, by Mechanic out of Red Star, beat Mr T. Inskip's bd Jemima Ingoldsby, by Ingoldsby out of Richmond Lass Mr Turney's f w Twinkle, by The Unknown out of Tickle Trout, beat Mr Smyth's w My LaJv, by Cantai » out of Efficient II Imposture beat Black Legs I Millefleur beat Twinkle III. Mr T. Insltip's bd Imposture, by Kipper out of Show Girl, beat Mr Mar- shall's w f Millefleur, by Mechanic out of Red Star, and won. The ALL- AGED STAKES. I. Mr Fell's be d p Friar Grey, by Musjid out of Free Gift, beat Mr Smyth's bk w d Mag- pie ( pedigree unknown) Mr Hale's w bk d Hermit, by Bedlamite or Tiptree out of Fan, beat Mr Lines's bk w d Lawyer, by Judge out of Ladylike Mr Myonett's f b Merry Lass, by Mustard out of Bride, beat Mr G. In- skip's r b p Beeswing, by Jurist out of Duchess Hermit beat Friar Grey J Merry Lass ran a bye Mr Myonett's f b Merry Lass, by Mustard out of Bride, beat Mr Hale's w bk d Hermit, by Bedlamite or Tip tree out of Fan, and won. The CONSOLATION STAKES. 1. Fell's be d Friar Gray beat Mr Marshall's bk b Black Legs MIngoldsbyP' 3 bd b Jemima} • • Mr Smyth's bk d Mechanic Mr T. Inskip's bd b Jemima Ingoldsby beat Mr Fell's be d Friar Grey, and won. The WALLINGTON FIELD STAKES. I. Mr Fell ns r d Magnum, by Mustard out of Bride, beat Mr Smyth's wt d Marquis, by Loup Garou out of My Dewdrop Mr Hale's bk d Holyoak, by H » ldhard out of Happy Lass, beat Mr T. Inskip's be d Impetus, by Mussulman out of Black Bess Mr Hale's bk d Holynak, by Holdhard out of Happy Lass, beat Mr Fell us r d Magnum, by Mustard out of Bride, and won. The METTLE HILL STAKES. I. Mr Smyth ns r b Cara, by Judge out of Clara, beat Mr J. Little's bk w b Liquid Fire, by Nimrod out of Britannia MrG. Inskip's r b p Beeswing, by Jurist out of Duchess, beat Mr T. Inskip's f d Ion, by Idas out oHTly Mr Smyth ns r b Cara, by Judge out of Clara, beat Mr G. Inskip's r b p ^ Beeswing, by Jurist out of Duchess, and won. BROUGH AND CATTERICK OPEN MEETING- FEB 10 & 11. Stewards: Messrs Jackson, Hutchinson, Duck, and Frank. Field Steward: B. Barwick. Sec: Mr T. H. Hutchinson. Judge: Mr J. Hay. Slipper: H. Heritage. The BROUGH CUP, for all ages, at £ 510s each; the winner to receive £ 50, second £ 15, third and fourth £ 5 each, I. MrHenderson's bd b Daunt- j beat Mf Law, s f chanoe shot MthfMUltree' 8 f w d Man of}.. Mr Wilson's bd w d Garibaldi Mr Bland's f b Buff Rose .. Mr Scott's bk d Conquering Hero Mr Best's bd d Wallace .. Mr Henderson's bk d Doctor Mr Peat ns be w d Firsr, Attempt.. Mr Holmes ns bk w b Bella Mr Burkbili's w bk d Student .. Mr Gillis's bk w d Jim M'Clellan Mr Holmes's r or f d Don John .. Mr Dobson's bk b Industry Mr Graham's bk w d Schemer .. Mr Jamieson's bkd Jester II. Dauntless beat Man of the Mill | First Attempt beat Student Wallace beat Buff Rose | Schemer beat Don John III. Wallace beat Dauntless ^ Schemer beat First Attempt Mr Best's bd d Wallace beat Mr Graham's bk w d Schemer, and won. The CATTERICK STAKES, for greyhounds whelped in 1861, at £ 3 10s each; the winner to receive £ 30, second £ 10, third and fourth £ 3 each. I. Mr Watson's r d Jonquille beat Mr Forster's f d Wellington 1 w b Bonuy 1 • - Mr Green's be d Great Gua Mr Law's bk w d Pilgrim MrArmstrong's r d MasterCrow.. Mr Dorer's f d Gardener Mr Wilkinson's r w d Fandango.. MrPearson's w f bMaidDerwent.. Mr ltenwick ns bk d Dashaway .. Mr Irwin's r d Royal Oak Mr Jitmieson's f d Jackal Mr Coxon's bk d Justice Mr Bland's r w b Zeta Mr Craggs's be d Nelson Mr Jamieson's f d Tim Whiffler II. Gardener beat Fandango Maid Der went beat Dashaway Gardener beat Maid Derwent Bonny Breast Knot bt Jonquille I Master Crow beat Pilgrim III. Bonny Breast Knot beat Master | Crow IV. Mr Pearson's f w b Bonny Breast Knot beat Mr Dorer's f d Gardener, and won. The MANOR HOUSE STAKES, for all ages, at £ 2 10s each; the win- ner to receive £ 20, second £ 6, third and fourth £ 2 each. I. Mr Jamieson's r d Red Baron beat Mr Hall's r w b May Queen Mr Rowntree's be w d Low Hales.. Mr Jamieson's f b Jennie Graham Mr Scott's w f b Matilda .. { Mr . Rowntree's f w b Lady of the Mr Hutchinson's bk d All's Lost.. Mr Scott's b w d Black Doctor Mr Bland'a vv be d Bubble and I / Mr Gascoigne's r or f b Brown Squeak. J" \ Duchess MrArmstrong's wb dGuards- j _ Mr Hunter's bk w b Meg Morley Mr Sinclair's b b Alice Haw- thorn ( late Primrose) Mr Lister's w r d King Tom Red Baron beat Low Hales Matilda beat All's Lost Matilda beat Red Baron Mr Peat ns w bk d North Star Mr Dobson's bk d Defence II. [ man I Bubble and Squeak bt Guards- I Alicellawthorn beat King Tom III. [ and Squeak ^ Alice Hawthorn beat Bubble Mr Scott's w f b Matilda beat Mr Sinclair's b b Alice Hawthorn, and woo. This meeting, by the kind permission of Sir W. Lawson, Bart, came off on Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb 10 and 11. The draw, under able management, was gone through in a most efficient manner the previous evening. Very little speculation took place on reading over the card. The stakes had all been filled for some time past, and such is the high repute tbe Catterick meetings have obtained of late amongst public coursers, that had the secre- tary thrown open the stakes, he would have had little difficulty in converting the three sixteens into thirty- twos. A very large com- pany assembled each day to witness some first- class coursing, and, through the active exertions of Mr J. Jackson ( quite a model steward), were kept in good order. The trials, with one or two exceptions, were very decisive. Hares ran remarkably well. The weather was all that could be desired by the most fastidious. I feel sure the thanks of the public, as well as coursers, are due to Sir W. Lawson for the handsome manner he allows his fine estate to be coursed over; and not less to John Lawson, Esq, for the anxiety he exhibited that every opportunity should be afforded for testing the merits of the different competitors. The keeper has every reason to be proud of his good stock of stout hares. Heritage" slipped in his usual masterly style, and gained great praise. The judging of Mr J. Hay gave general satisfaction, and I have no doubt, from his straightforward and honourable con- duct, he will continue to be A 1 in his profession. GREAT HAYWOOD ( STAFFORD) MEETING- FEB 6. ( By the kind permission of the Right Hon the Earl of Shrewsbury and Talbot.) Stewards: Messrs Grindley, Gibbons, Green, Hammond, and Bill. Judge: Mr Warwick. Slipper: Mr Johnson. The INGESTRE STAKES, for all ages, at £ 310s each; the winner to receive £ 30, second £ 8, third and fourth £ 3. I. Mr Willis's bk w b Wee Nell beat Mr Green's w f d Great Eastern Mr Hammond ns bk b p Teaze .. Mr Taylor's bk d Tom Sayers Mr Bill's bk d Maelstrom .. Mr Best's bk b Belle of the Heath Mr Griudley's bk d Telegram .. Mr Woodward's be d Wild Drake Mr Green's r b Gem .. Mr Mottershead's bk w t d Topper Mr Best's be b Blue Lady .. Mr Warrilow's r b Trip the Daisy Mr Grindley's bk w d Monarch .. Mr Pealie's bk b Perl of Rossett Mr Hammond's r b Helena .. Mr Thomas's bk w d Chatham II. Teaze beat Wee Nell I Gem beat Blue Lady Maelstrom beat Telegram I Monarch beat Helena III. Teaze beat Maelstrom ^ Monarch beat Gem Mr Grindley's bk w d Monarch beat Mr Hammond ns bk b p Teaze, and won. The HAYWOOD PUPPY STAKES, at £ 2 10s each; the winner to receive £ 12, second £ 4. I. Mr Grindley's bk w b Myrtle beat Mr Bill ns bk d Raindeer Mr Drurv's bk w b Magpie .. Mr Emery's f b Nelly Bly Mr Stubfis's bd b Polestar .. Mr Flint's r d Ned Mr Bill's r d Sir Baldwin .. Mr Grindley's be w b Bit o' Blue II. Myrtle beat Magpie ^ Sir Baldwin beat Polestar Mr Grindley's bk w b Myrtle beat Mr Bill's r d Sir Baldwin, and won. The BRANCOTE STAKES, for all ages, £ 1 Is each; the winner to receive £ 5, second £ 2. I. Mr Lymer's bk w b Black Lady beat Mr Foster's r w d Shaf ter Mr Peake's be w b Petronel .. Mr Read's Drachenfels Mr Bill's bk Tilly .. Mr Foster's r b Nimble Mr Green ns bk d Lance .. .^ Mr Adams's f b Aurora Black Lady beat Petronel Tilly beat Lance Mr Lymer's bk w b Black Lady beat Mr Bill's bk b Tilly, and won. This meeting came off on Friday, Feb 6. The day was beau- tifully fine, hares were very shifty in the morning, but late in the day lay well, and some excellent sport was afforded. Mr Warwick was judge, and his decisions gave general satisfaction. It is seldom that at a small meeting such a good card is got up, and run off in one day. NEWPORT ( SALOP) MEETING- FEB 11. ( By permission of II. M. Teeke, Esq.) Stewards : Messrs Brittain, Skitt, Manfield, Morrall, Edkins, Peover, and J. Ball. Judge : Mr Izzard. Slipper: Mr Cheadale. Nominations £ 3 3s each; for all- aged dogs. I. Mr Wilkinson's bk w d Cassio beat Mr W. Shakeshaft's w b d Spring HonT. Kenyon'sbkdNorthWales.. Mr Stokes ns r d Little Bo Peep Mr Heatley ns w f d Mercurius ,. Mr Whitton ns bk d Sweep Mr Franklin's r d Roger .. Mr Bill's bk d Maelstrom Mr Huskisson's r d Hector .. Mr White's bed Mr Jones ns r b Rose .. Mr Morris ns bk d Pluto Mr Beunion ns r d Hartington .. Mr Brooks's Haze Mr Bailey ns bk d Unknown .. Mr Whltton's b d Jack II. North Wales beat Cassio | Hector beat Rose Roger beat Mercurius ^ Unknown beat Hartington Roger beat North Wales ( 1 dr) J Unknown beat Hector Mr Bailey ns bk d Unknown beat Mr Franklin's r d Roger, and won. It may here be stated that Unknown carried off the same stake last year. It has been under the naming of Mr Cliffe, of Nantwich. The BEATEN DOG STAKES. I. Mr Heatley's Mercurius beat Mr Bailey's Minna Mr Bill's Maelstrom ,. Mr Fhinis's nomination II. Mr Bill's Maelstrom beat Mr Heatley's Mercurius, and won. There were nearly 1,200 persons on the ground, and the greatest excitement prevailed. DUMFRIES CLUB MEETING- FEB 12 & 13. Stewards: Messrs Drife, Stenhouse, Oliver, and Lendsay. Field Stew- ards : Messrs Smith, M'Gill, and Faulds. The KIRKBEAN CUP; the winner to receive £ 30 and the Cup, second £ 20, third and fourth £ 7 each, fifth, sixth, seventh, and eighth £ 3 each. I. Mr Lindsay's b d Superiority beat Mr Ferguson ns f d New Moon I" Mr R. Kennedy ns f d Fly Mr Ferguson ns f w b Hoiden Mr Matliew's bk w b Medora Mr Oliver ns f d Ackbar Mr Hetherington ns r d Knockhill M r Bryce's r b Benaa Mr W. Kennedy ns bd b Gen- 1 tie Blood J Mr J. Mundell's w bk dl Batchellor Ha' f'' Mr R. Kennedy's be bBlue Bell .. Mr Hetherington ns w f dl Carle Time J" Mr Lindsay's be b Superior MrCrosbie's w bk d Old Calabar.. Mr Drife ns f b Loyalty Mr W. Kennedy's r b Genuine .. Mr Bryce's f w d FurnessAbbey,. Superiority beat Fly ( 1) Hoiden beat Medora Knockhill beat Ackbar Mr Ferguson ns b w d Dare All Mr Drife ns bk d Long Range Mr Oliver's f b Glee Maiden ( 1) Mr Blamire's bk w d Marksman Mr Rae ns f d Gilderoy / Mr J. J. Paterson's w f d Border ( Scamp MrDalrymple ns f b EtterickLassie Mr Wilson's w b White Duchess MrCarruthers's bd w b Maid of Ken Mr Anderson's bk b Miss Scorer ( late Nancy) Mr J. Graham ns bk w d Jamie Douglas I. Mr J. Graham's f w b LadyReoch ( 1) LdDalrymple's bkbMeg o'Wapping Mr T. Graham's f b Bride Mr Bates lis f d Heck Hast II. IGentle Blood beat Benan Batchellor Ha' beat Blue Bell; Superior beat Carle Tims ARDROSSAN ( SHARPHILL) CLUB MEETING- FEB 12. Patron: The Right Hon the Darl of Eglinton and Winton. President: C. D. Gairdner, Esq. Vice- President: Provost Campbell. Com- mittee: Viscount Dalrymple, Capt Crichton; W. G. Borron, J. Dun- lop, J. Moffat, H. M. Lang, and J. Paterson, Esqs. Flag Steward: Mr Crawford. Secretary: Mr Brown. Field Secretary: Mr Conn. Judge: Mr Patrick. Slipper: Mr J. Faulds. The EGLINTON CHAMPION COLLAR, with £ 10 added by the Earl of Egliuton, value £ 5 « ; the winner to receive £ 21, second £ 10, third £ 5, fourth and fifth £ 2 each; expenses £ 10; entry money £ 2. Mr Jas. Dunlop's w bk b Ready aye'Ready, by Ptarmigan out of Forest Queen, beat Mr Lang's r d Lanercost ( late English Oak), by Pictoii out of l'ritonia Mr Spier's bk b Seamstress, by Collie out of Little Nell, beat Mr Bor- ron's r w b Bloomer, by Black Flag out of Zig Zag Mr Ewing's f d Laconic, by Leonard Lindsay out of Early Dawn, beat Mr Borron ns r w d Broad Cloth, by Picton out of Tritonia Mr Dykes's r w d Golf, by Picton out of Bessie Lee, beat Mr Ewing's bk ( 1 Le Noir, by Look Out out of Castanet Mr Smith's bk w b The Weazel, bv Picton out of Bessie Lee, beat Mr Borron's w bk b Blanchette, by Napier out of Blackness Mr John Dunlop's f w b Donetti, by Beacon out of Mahaga, beat Mr Ewing's f d Eton Boy, by Leonard Lindsay out of Estelle Mr Ewing'a f d Loadstar, by Eton Boy out of Early Dawn, beat Mr Bor- ron's bk t d Balmoral, by Black Flag out of Zig Zag Mr Walker's bk b Wakeful, by Buckshorn out of Carnation heat Mr John Dunlop's bd w d Lmellist, by Craigengillanoutof Delist Mr Dickie's bk d Lord North, by Buckshorn out of Cassandra beat Mr Spier's f d Steam Black out of Coquette Mr Green's bk d Bird U1 J > by Weapon out of Pantomime, beat Mr Knox's bk d Black Dwarf, by Black Prince out of Coquette Seamstress beat Keady- aye- Ready Laconic beat Golf Laconic beat Seamstress Loadstar beat the Weazel Bird of Prey beat Laconic ( 1) The Weazel beat Eton Boy Loadstar beat Wakefield Bird of Prey beat Lord North ( 1) Bird of Prey ran a bye IV, Loadstar ran a bye Mr Green's bk d Bird of Prey, by Weapon out. of Pantomime, beat Mr Ewing's f d Loadstar, by Eton Boy out of Early Dawn, and won. The MAIDEN PLATE, value £ 18; entry money £ 1; the winner to receive £ 10, second £ 5, third £ 3. I. Mr Walker's bk d Willing Boy, by Backsliorn out of Carnation, beat Lord Egllnton's bd w b Sally, by Canaradzo out of Mahaga Mr Ewing's be b Lecket, by Forty- six out of Ellen Crofts, beat Mr Spier s bk w d Strabo, by Picton out of Silver Steel Lord Eglinton's r d Bolt, by Black Flag out of Delight, beat. Mr James Dunlop's w d White Surrey, by Ptarmigan out of Diana Vernon Mr Barclay's r d Clanronald ( late Bullseye), by Camerino out of Black Bess, beat Mr John Dunlop's r w d Dillon, by Daring out of Creep- ing Kate Mr John Dunlop's bk wb Dear Me, by Daring out of Creeping Kate, beat Mr Smith ns w d Bella, by Beacon out of Zig Zag Mr Alton's bd d Jupiter, by Tickler out of Queen of the Gipsies, beat Mr Borron ns bk w d Black Coat, by Picton out of Tritonia Mr Dykes's bd b Nelly Brown, by Craigengillan out of Blackberry, beat Mr Ewing's be d Lionel, by Forty- six out of Ellen Crofts Mr Ewing's be d Elgin, by Iron Cousin out of Ellen Crofts, beat Mr Henderson's bk d Speculation, by Picton out of Tritonia Mr Ewing's f d Lucid, by Eton Boy out of Early Dawn, beat Mr Lang's r w b Little Maid, by Picton out of Tritonia ( 2) Locket beat Willing Boy Bolt beat Ulanronald Dear Me beat Jupiter Locket beat Bolt ( 1) Dear Me beat Lucid Locket ran a bye Elgin ( dr) III. ,1, Elgin beat Nelly Brown Lucid ran a bye Elgin ran a bye Dear Me ran a bye Mr Ewing's be b Locket, by Forty- six out of Ellen Crofts, beat Mr John Dunlop's bk w b Dear Me, by Daring out of Creeping Kate, and won. EDWINSF0RD MEETING- FEB 10, & c. ( By the kind permission of Sir J. W. Drummond over his Edwinsford estates.) Stewards: D. L. Price, T. H. Davies, E. Daniel, and C. Morgan, Esqs. Judge: Mr Spafford. Slipper: C. Presdee. Sec: Mr G. Hughes. The ALL- AGED STAKES. I. Mr R. Isles's, bk d Teilo Mr Davies's r d Try Mr L. Price's f b Devotee Mr J. Thomas's f d Field Mr L. Price's r d P. Phillip Mr Jenkins's w bk d Spot Mr Williams's bd d Wildfire! ( late Bounce) J ' * Mr Abbott's f b Grace Mr L. Price's be d Pilgrim Mr Davies's bk d David Mr Davies's bd b Duchess Mr M'Culloch's f bd b Nimble Mr Daniel's bk d Nelson Dr Owen's r d Old True Blue Mr D. L. Price's be w b Murder ran a bye II. Try beat Teilo Devotee beat Field Spot beat P. Phillip Wildfire beat Grace beat Mr Harries ns bk b Magenta Mr Jenkins's w bk d Crack Mr Harry's bk d Pardoe Mr Deer's bk d Spring .. Mr Thomas's bk w d Snowball Mr S. Lloyd's bk b Snip Mr Harries's r b Meg Mr Andrews's bk d Eltham / Mr T. Le Brewer's w b Beautiful \ Jeannie Mr Glasbrook's r b Bloss / Mr Jno. Thomas's w bk d Palmer- \ ston Mr Daniel's bk d Dandy Mr Davies's w f d Driver Mr VValters's be d Tom Sayers Devotee beat Try Spot beat Wildfire Devotee beat Spot III. IV. I V. Pilgrim beat David Duchess beat Nimble Murder beat Nelson Old True Blue ran a bye Duchess beat Pilgrim Murder beat Old True Blue Murder beat Duchess Mr L. Price's f b Devotee, by Monk of Thorney out of Mimosa, and Mr D. L. Price's be w d Murder, by President out of Industry, divided. The PUPPY STAKES. I. Mr Lloyd's bk b Miss beat Mr Hirwain's r d Pill Box; Mr R. lsles's r w d Elcho .. Mr Harris's bk b Mischief Mr T. Le Brewer's f w bBelinda.. Mr R. Isles's w f b Fly Mr Dennis's w b d Stupid .. { M^ fSpWilllams'a b WiU the Mr L. Price's bk d Geraint ran a bye II. Miss beat Elcho Geraint beat Belinda III. Geraint beat Stupid Stupid ran a bye ik Miss ran a bye Mr L. Price's bk d Geraint, by Buckshorn out of Carnation, was de- clared the winner after an undecided with Mr Lloyd's bk b Miss, the latter being drawn. WRENBURY 8TATI0N ( WHITCHURCH, SALOP) MEETING— FEB 9. Field Stewards: J. S. Wilson. G. Jenkin, and W. Brown, Esqs. Hon Sec : Mr W. Brown. Judge: Mr T. E. Issard. The SALAMANCA STAKES. I. Mr Tomlinson's bk w b Smut beat Mr Dawson ns be b Breakwater Mr Wilkinson ns bk b Orbit .. Mr Bailey ns bk d Battle Cry Mr Dawson's r d Independent! / Mr Heatley's bk b Miss Hannah ran a bye J" \ absent ( lame) Mr Barker's f bd d Fox .. ^ Mr J. Griffith's bdwbFortuneTeller Orbit beat Smut ^ Fox beat Independent Mr Wilkinson ns bk b Orbit, by Shooting Star out of Lancet, and Mr Barker's f bd dFox, by Hector outof Edith, divided after an undecided course. The WRENBURY STAKES. I. Mr Piatt's r b Corinthian Kate beat Mr Tomllnson's bk d Troy Mr Heatley's bk d Hock .. Mr Higgins's w be d Spot ( 1 dr) MH? irels° sbem " " W6l3h} • • Mr Green' 8 r b Gem Mr Jenkin's w be d Albert ( late Ragamuffin) ran a bye Corinthian Kate beat Hock | Welsh Heiress beat Albert III. Mr Piatt's r b Corinthian Kate, by Falcon out of Kiss, beat Mr E. Roberts ns bk b Welsh Heiress, by Nana Sahib, and won. SIXTEEN NOMINATIONS, at £ 3 3s each, for all- ages; the winner to receive £ 25, second £ 10, third and fourth £ 3 3s. I. Mr Wilkinson's b w b Cassio beat MrWShakeshaft's w f dSpring( disq) H'Wale's Kenjon' 3 bk d North} •. Mr Stoke ns r b Little Bo Peep MrHeatley ns w f d Mercurius .. Mr Whitlow ns bk d Sweep Mr Franklin's r d Roger .. Mr Bill's bk d Maelstrom Mr Hughes ns r d Hector .. Mr White's be d Senate Mr Jones ns r b Rose .. Mr Peover ns bk d Pluto Mr Bennion ns r d Hartington .. Mr Brooks ns bk b Tease Mr Bailey ns bk d Unknown .. Mr Franklin's f d Jack II. North Wales beat Cassio I Hector beat Rose Roger beat Mercurius j Unknown beat Hartington Roger beat North Wales ^ Unknown beat Hector Mr Bailey ns bk d Unknown, by Plantagenet out of Sister to Charity, beat Mr Franklin's r d Roger, by Judge out of Lucy, by Barrator, and won. The CONSOLATION STAKES. I. Mr Dunning's w bk b Minnie beat Mr Heatley's w f d Mercurius Mr Bill's bk d Maelstrom .. Mr Wilkinson's bk w b Cassio II. Mr Bill's bk d Maelstrom, by Titled Treason out of Wild Wave, beat Mr Dunning s w bk b Minnie, and won. MATCH £ 20; best of three courses. Mr Brown's bk d Boundaway 1 1 Mr Ellis's w be d Gamester 0 0 DIAMOR CLUB MEETING- FEB 4. Stewards: Lord Bective, Lord Lurgan, W. S. Garnett, J. L. Naper, C. Nicholson, P. Kearney, J. Battersby, M. D. Stuart, and J. liodon. Judge: H. Walker. Slipper: H. Spriugall. The NEWGROVIAN STAKES. I. Major Stuart's bk t d Senator, by Napier out of Cygnet, beat Mr Nicholson's r b Flora MacNever, by Jacobite out of Never Mind Mr Fosberry's bk d Fred, by Fireblast out of Polly, beat Mr Rodon's r d Red Knight, bv Legar Hill out of Lucy Mr Fosberry's bk b Flounce, by Fireblast out of Polly, beat Mr Fine- gan's bk b Flirt, by Ponto out of Puss Mr Garnett's f b Glendhu, by Hawk out of Erin, beat Mr Purdon's bk b Fleda, by Hurkaru out of Scout Mr Nicholson's f b Rappeon, by Legar Hill out of Never Mind, beat Mr White's bk t b Winsome Wee Thing, by Sir William out of Twine Mr Hurson's r d Thormanby, by Shark out of Swift, beat Mr Rodon's r w d Larkhill, by Sandy out of Jail Bird Mr Garnett's bk w b German Aster, by Gaberlunzie out of Heiress, beat Mr Hurson's r b Alice Hawthorn, by Shark out of Swift Major Stuart's be d Sirkar, by Magi out of Woodward's Fly, beat Mr Whyte's bd d White Hat, by Hurkaru out of Blue Bonnet Fred beat Senator I Rappeon beat Thormanby Glendhu beat Flounce ^ German Aster beat Sirkar Glendhu beat Fred ^ Rappeon beat German Astor Mr Garnett's f b Glendhu, by Hawk out of Erin, beat Mr Nicholson's f b Rappeon, by Legar Hill out of Never Mind, and won. The SCRAMBLE STAKES. I. MW^ rningbk b Winsomc} beat Mr Rodon's w be b Convolvolus Mr Nicholson's Fergus Mac- 1 Mr Kodon> s r a Larkm ( 2) Never J v ' Mr Nicholson's r b Flora Mac- 1 Mr Pardon ns br b Be8gi0 Brown Never J Mr Pardon ns bk b Fleda .. ^ ^ Mr Hurson's r b Alice Hawthorn Winsome Wee Thing beat Fer- 1 Flora MacNever beat Fleda gua MacNever ( 1 drawn) ^ | ^ Mr Whyte's bk b Winsome Wee Thing beat Mr Nicholson's r b Flora MacNever, and won. We had a windy, rough day. hares wild, but plenty of them, and some very pretty trials. Flora MacNever ran a close course with Senator, and I think next season that she may be a danger- ous competitor. The remaining courses of the first stake all one way. In the ties Fred beat Benator in a short, unsatisfactory trial; he was put out in the next ties by Glendhu, after an un- decided course, the bitch having just managed to balance points by a fine go- by and kill of merit at the end of the course. Fred was unsighted at the beginning, but after he joined in had won the course cleverly at one time. In the next course Glendhu did everything, Fred seeming not to care to take a part till just the end, when he put on steam, but killed almost immediately. We had nothing to regret but want of dogs, and why that should be the case on confessedly the best ground in Ireland, and where there are hares to run off any sized stake or stakes, is to me a mystery.— Yaurs, & c, NEVEE MIND. DIA. MOR MEETING- FEB 10. The FARMERS' PLATE. I. Mr Gallagher's Dart beat Mr Evans's Fly Mr Evans's Speed .. Mr Murray's Gipsy ( 1) Mr Gallagher's Alsike .. Mr Murray's Topper Mr Gallagher's Vonved .. Mr Hind's Sea Mr Evans's Nimble .. Mr Rodon's Convolvolus Mr Rodon's Jailbird .. Mr Kearney's Dart Mr Devlyn's Nickie .. Mr Kearney's Bluesiin Mr Devlyn's Springville .. ^ Mr Hind's Nelly Dart beat Speed | Nickie beat Vonved Alsike beat Nimble Jailbird beat Springville III. Nickie beat Dart ^ Alsike beat Jailbird Mr Devlyn's Nickie beat Mr Gallagher's Alsike, and won. The CONSOLATION STAKES. I. Mr Hind's Sea beat Mr Evans's Fly Mr Murray's Topper .. Mr Hind's Nelly Mr Kearney's Blueskin .. Mr Murray's Gipsy Mr Rodon's Convolvolus .. Mr Kearney's Dart II. Topper beat Sea ^ Convolvolus beat Blueskin Mr Murray's opper and Mr Rodon's Convolvolus divided. The above private meeting took place at Diamor on the 10th, in order to kill some of the hares on the out- lying grounds, i as, from the indefatigable exertions of Robert Battersby, Esq, of Lakefield, and the keeper Thompson, they have become rather too numerous of late. The spore was remarkably good, and the decisions of John Rodon, Esq, who kindly officiated as judge, gave general satisfaction. It is much to be regretted that this year the open meetings on this truly magnificent coursing ground have not been so well attended as usual. There is to be a £ 10 champion stakes in March, which all lovers of the leash should patronize who like a fair trial and no favour.— Yours, & c, MAY THE BEST DOG WIN. SPELTH0RNE ( NEWMARKET) CLUB MEETING-- FEB 12. Stewards: Messrs Powell, Cheveley, and Batt Judge: Mr Warwick Slipper: J. Nash. Hon Sec: Mr W. H. Dean. The ALL- AGES CUP and GOBLET; the winner to receive £ 30, the second £ 15. I. Mr Powell ns r d Stratford beat Mr Bland's be d Bull and Mouth Mr Batt's f b Buxom Lass " ~ Col Goodlake's r b Glimpse at) Glory / Mr Dean's r d Wennington Mr Mercer's bK w b Penelope Mr Batt's fd Bold Effort * Mr C. Farnell's be w b Fan Buxom Lass beat Stratford Glimpse at Glory beat Wen- nington II Buxom Lass beat Glimpse at I Glory 1 Mr Begbie's w b Butterfly Mr Dean's r b Asterope Mr C. Farnell's be b Fancy Mr Chevelev's r b Dart Mr Mercer's bk w b Pride of Kent M'r J. Farnell's f d Frolic I. I Bold Effort beat Penelope Fan ran a bye Bold Effort beat Fan IV. Mr Batt's f b Buxom Lass, by Effort out of Bigotry, and his f d Bold Effort, by Effort out of Bigotry, divided. The CHEVELEY STAKES. I. Mr Batt's w f b Blithesome beat Mr Begbie's bk b Bertha Mr Dean's f b Fleet 2d .. Mr Mercer's bk b Phoebe Mr J. Farnell's be d Footpad .. Mr Cheveley's bk b Celerity Fleet 2d beat Blithesome | Footpad ran a bye Mr J. Farnell's be d Footpad, by Filb'y out of Fuss, beat Mr Dean's f b Fleet 2d, by Flashman out of Fleet, and won. The NEWMARKET STAKES. I. Mr Begbfe's w d Banter beat Mr Dean's f d Deerfoot Mr Batt's bk w d Bright Orb .. Mr C. Farnell's bkd Figaro II. Mr Batt's bk w d Bright Orb, by Black Cloud out of Belle, beat Mr Beg- bie's w d Banter, by Canaradzo, and won. TARLETON OPEN MEETING- FEB 12. ( Between Preston and Southport, by permission of Sir T. G. Hesketh, Bart.) Stewards: Messrs J. Cunningham, E. Booth, W. Hall, and R. Tyrer. Judge: Mr R. Shepherd. Slipper: Mr J. Caauce. Flag Steward: Mr E. W. Stacker. Secretary: Mr H. Greenwood. The RUFFORD CUP, for all- aged dogs. Mr Brundritt's b b Beauti-\. ./ Mr Cunningham's w b d Barley- tiful Star / ueat\ corn Mr Cunningham's r d Brandy .. Mr Tyrer's b b Fly Mr Brundritt's b d Barrister .. Mr T. Blundell's r b Polly Blundell Mr Nelson's f d Dear Life ran a bye II. Brandy beat Beautiful Star I Dear Life beat Barrister III. Mr Cunningham's r d Brandy beat Mr Nelson's f d Dear Life, and won. The TARLETON STAKES, for puppies. MIPhrodite nndrUt'S b b} beat Mr Thorue Dabb Gazelle Mr Morgan's b w t b Jewess .. Mr Hall's w d Hot- un Mr Little's f d Dart .. Mr Thome's be b Garland Mr Cunningham's be d Patent 1 / Mr Foster ns b d Waterman ( late Malt J" 1 Aquarius) Aphrodite beat Jewess I Patent Malt beat Dart III. Mr W. Brundritt's b b Aphrodite beat Mr Cunningham's be d Patent Malt, and won. The MERE STAKES, for all- aged dogs. Mr Tyrer's b w d Topper beat Mr Moore's f w b Lady Mr Nelson's b d Darkie .. Mr Cunningham's f w b Jessie Mr J. Shepherd's w be b Antic .. { M|^ Xter) f Streamer ( late MFaBshionnrUt'S W " b B" ° f} • • Mr Foster ns b w b Wastwater II. Topper beat Darkie | Antic beat Bit of Fashion III. Mr Tyrer's b w d Topper beat Mr J. Shepherd's w be b Antic, and won. GREYHOUND PRODUCE, & c. On the 4th inst, at West Stanley, Mr Hindson's red and white bitch Sugarcane, five pups to Mr Hutchinson's black and white dog Brickmaker, namely, three dogs ( two black and white and one red and white) and two bitches ( one blue and white and one white). On the 28th ult, at Colligan Lodge, county Waterford, Mr Gal- wey's Lady Mary, by R- gan out of Lady Clara, five pups to his Portsea, by Weapon out of Pearl, namely, two dogs and three bitches, all brindled; one dog dead. On the 2d inst, at Dublin, Mr Whj'te's fawn and white bitch Well Done, by Beacon out of Sortie, seven pups to Wonder ( bro- ther to Barney Williams), namely, five dogs and two bitches; all kept. On the 27th ult, at Ford, near Arundel, Mr Boniface's Beauty, by Poor Negro, dam by Ecclefechan, six pups to Little Wonder, namely, three black dogs, one blue dog, one blue bitch, and one red bitch, all with a small white mark on the chest. On the 3d inst, Mr Savage's red bitch Surprise, by Skyrocket out of Shame, three pups to Lord Lurgan's Master Brabazon, by Musician out of Nora, namely, two red and white dogs, and one fawn and white bitch. On the 1st inst, Mr Bourn's red bitch Golden Eye, by Neville out of Black Ply, nine pups to Seagull, namely, four black dogs, one black bitch, three red dogs and one red bitch ( with black muzzles). Mr Mercer's Pretty Polly has lately had six pups by Poly phemus, namely, four dogs and two bitches ( three black and three black and white). On the 10th ult, his white and black bitch Phillis visited Peter, by Regan out of Enigma. On the 6th inst, Lola Montes, seven pups by Brother to Bigwig ( sire of Doefoot and Red Deer), namely, four red dogs, one red bitch, one white bitch ( with fawn ear), and one red and white bitch. On the 3d ult, Mr Allen's fawn and white bitch Rosalie, by Auto- crat out of Rose Allen, by Capt Elliott's Voltigeur, by Drop, ten pups to The Wizard, namely, six dogs and four bitches, all black. On the 31st ult, Mr Lewin's Clara ( late Mr Lister's), five pups to Mr Cannon's Clipper, namely, three dogs ( one black and two fawn), and two white and fawn bitches. On account of the great length of our remarks on the forth- coming Waterloo Meeting and other urgent matters, we are re- luctantly compelled to postpone the details of several meetings this week. Biggar Champion Meeting will be held at Douglas, on the 24th March. Mr Warwick has been appointed judge. Dirleton and North Berwickshire Meeting will be held on the 26th inst. Mr J. Hay has been appointed judge. BALDOCK CLUB.— The Sapling Meeting will be held on the 26th inst. The following arrangements have been made for next season:— The Autumn Club Meeting will be held on the 28th and 29th October, the Open Meeting on the 16th December and two following days, and the Club Meeting on the 10th and 11th of February, 1864. Mr Warwick has been appointed judge at each of the above gatherings. The third South Lancashire Meeting will take place on the 25th and 26th inst, in the week following the great Waterloo Meeting. Coursers owning dogs put out for that event will, therefore, thus be enabled to give them another trial over the ditches. Nomina- tions are rapidly pouring in, and an excellent meeting is antici- pated. We are requested by the secretary, Mr E. W. Stocker, to state that the objection raised against Little Bob at the last South Lancashire Meeting has been withdrawn, and the money d » e con- sequently paid to his owner. THE CHASE. HUNTING APPOINTMENTS. STAGHOUNDS. Her Majesty's— Tuesday Mile House, Friday Golden Ball ( Bracknell), at J past 11. Heatbcote's, Mr A.— Tuesday Westerham, Thursday Royal Oak ( Lea- therhead Common), Saturday Chequers ( Horley), at % past 11. Rothschild's, Baron— Monday Fieet Marston, Thursday Hogsdon, at 11. FOXHOUNDS. Albrighton ( Mr O. Stubbs's)— Tuesday Knighton, Thursday Apley Heath, Saturday Enville, at i to 11. Atherstone— Monday Upton, Tuesday Gopsall, Friday Newnham, Satur- day Arley Village, at 11. Badswortli— Tuesday Marr Village, Thursday Frystone Park, Saturday Cudworth, at J past 10. Beaufort's, Duke of— Monday Trouble House, Tuesday Cross Keys ( Pickwick), Wednesday Lower Wood, Friday Swalletts Gate, Satur- day Hullavington, at j past 10. Bedale— Monday Scotch Corner,. Thursday Barden ViUage, Saturday Marton le Moor, at i to 11. Berkshire, Old— Monday Cokethorpe, Tuesday Cumner, Friday Shriven- ham, at J past 10. Berkshire, South— Tuesday The Grotto, Thursday Burfield Bridge, Fri- day Westrop Green, at 11. Bicester— Monday Steeple Ciaydon, Tuesday Ilorton Common, Thursday Ham Green, Saturday Middleton Toll- bar. Blackmore Vale— Monday Bailey Ridge Toll- bar, Tuesday Chilthorne Domer, Friday Veil, Saturday Hunters Lodge, at 11. Bramhiim Moor— Monday Boot and shoe Inn, Tuesday Harewood, Fri- day Paper- mill bar, Saturday Collingham Bar, at 11. Burton Hunt ( Loru I- Iy. Bentiuck's)— Monday Stapleford Moor, Tuesday Pauton, Wednesday Wlckenby, Thursday Burton, Friday Norton- place, Saturday Langworth Bridge, at 11. Cambridgeshire— Monday Shearhatch Wood, Friday Newton, at i past 10. Cheshire— Monday Hurleston Village, Tuesday Crewe, Thursday Mere, Saturday Wrenbury, at Jt to 11. Chiddkigfold— Tuesday Pockford, Friday Witley Station, at i past 10. Cleveland— Monday lioseberry, Thursday Newby, at £ past lo. Cotswold— Monday Withington, Tuesday Hailes Village, Thursday Fish Inn ( Broadway), Saturday Air Balloon ( near Birdlip). Craven ( Mr Jas. T. Coxe's)— Monday Blindman's Gate, Thursday Thrup, Saturday Welford Wood, Monday week Stype. at I to 11. Crawley and Horsham— Monday Pound Hill, Thursday Coolhurst, Sa- turday Freshfield Crossways, at i to 11. Devon, North ( Mr Riddell's)— Tuesday Tennery Brake, Saturday Bray- ford at 11. Dorset, East— Monday Kingston Lacey Gate, Thursday Fontmel Wood, Friday Bulbarrow, at | to 11. Durham County— Monday l'wo- mile Houses, Wednesday Ferryhill Sta- tion, Friday Whitton, Saturday Toft Hill, at i to 11. Essex, The— Monday W iliingale, Thursday Kelvedon Common, Saturday Pyrgo Park Lodge, at i to 11. Essex, East ( Mr Marriott's)— Tuesday Finchingfield Town, Friday Colne George, at 11. Essex ana Suffolk— Monday St Osyth Flag, Friday Wiston, at 11. Fitzhardinge's, Lord— Monday Moreton May Pole, Tuesday Sllnbridge Field, at i to 11; Friday Kennel, at 12; Saturday Woodford Green, at i to 11. Fltzwilliams's, Hon G.— Monday Kennels, Wednesday Norman Cross, Friday Deene, Saturday Monks Wood, at i past 10. F. B. H.— Tuesday Perran Wharf, Thursday Constantine Cross, Saturday Trenowth, at 11. Galway's, Lord— Monday Jockey House, Tuesday Gateford Toll- bar, Thursday Park Lane, Friday Kennels, at i to 11. Garth s, Mr— Monday Kuowle Hill, Thursday Snerfield Green, Friday Minley Manor, at % past 10. Gogerddan— Monday Nanteos, at 10; Wednesday, Three Horse Shoes, Friday Kennels, at J past 10. Grafton's, Duke of— Monday Preston Capes, Thursday Hanslope Park, Friday Whitfield, at 11. Hambiedon— Mondav Horndean, Tuesday Place House, Friday Up Park Telegraph, Saturday Owslebury Down, Monday week West- bury House, at i to 11. H. H.— Monday Hartley, Tuesday Tichborne Down, Thursday Bighton Village, Saturday Marsh House ( Bentley), at i to 11. Hampton- Lewis's, Captain— Tuesday Herdvifaig Gate, Friday Four Crosses, at 11. Hastings's, Lord— Tuesday Guestwick ( near Reepham), Friday Wey- bourne Priory, Tuesday week Gresseuhall, at J past 11. Heythrop— Monday Boulters Barn, Tuesday Deddington, Friday Farm- ington Grove, Saturday Eynsham Hall, at | to 11. Holderuess— Monday Tickton, Tuesday Cranswick Bar, Thursday Low- thorpe Lodge, Friday Holme River Head, at i to 11. Hursley ( Mr W. C. Standish's)- Monday Sparsholt, Friday Dog and Crook, at 1 to 11. Hurworth— Tuesday Burtree Gate, Thursday Hurworth, Saturday Pre- ston Junction, at i to 11. Isle of Wight— Monday Tapnel, Friday Bere Lay, at | past 10. Ingram's, Mr Meynell— Monday New Inn, Thursday Bradley, Saturday Biythebury, at i to 11. Johnstone's, Mr H.— Tuesday Langdale End, Friday Saltergate Inn, at J past 10. . „ Kent, East— Tuesday Waltham Street, Friday St Albans Down, at i past 10. Kent, West— Tuesday Polhill Arms, Thursday Hartley, Saturday St Clere, Tuesday week Everlands, Thursday week New Barn ( South- fleet), Saturday week llollj Hill, at J past 10. Leconfield's, Lord— Monday Loxwood Bridge, Tuesday Blackdown, Thursday Elsted, Saturday Stroud Green, at a past 11. Ledbury iMr J. C. Thackvvell's) - Monday Eighth milestone on the Tewkesbury road, Friday Koughborough, at | past 10. Ludlow ( Mr Sltwell's)— Tuesday Liugen, Thursday Kyre Park Gates, Saturday Bringewood, at i past 10. Mendip— Tuesday West Cranmore, Saturday Pye Hill ( East I'ennard), at 11. Middleton's, Lord— Monday Kapp Station, Tuesday Kexby Wood, Thursday Boynton, Friday Castle Howard, at 4 past 10. Monmouthshire— Monday Langaltoch House, Thursday Treggatts Bridge, Saturday Suspension Bridge. Tuesday week Tregare Turn- pike, Friday week Blackbrook Lodge, at i past 10. Morpeth— Tuesday Nunnyklrk, Saturday Pigdon, at i to 11. Musters's, Mr C.— Tuesday Epperstone Village, at 12; Friday Moore Green, at i to 11. N. F. H— Tuesday Kennels, Thursday SherfleldHatchet, Friday Levets Gate, at i to 11. „ 3 Norfolk, West ( Mr Villebois's)— Monday Bablngley Bridge, Thursday Litcham Bull, Friday Kennels, at 11. Oakley— Monday Souldrop, Thursday Emberton, Saturday Swineshead Wood, at i to 11. Oxfordshire, South— Monday Ibston Common, Friday Park Farm ( Wa- terferry), at i to 11. Pembrokeshire ( Mr Lort Phillips's)— Monday Scoveston, Thursday Mmwer Wood, at J past 10. Poltimore's, Lord— Monday Look, Tuesday . North Perrott, Friday Brad- ford Plantation, Saturday Rampisham Village, at 11. Portsmouth's, Lord— Monday Highridge Farm, Tuesday Four Ways ( Wmkleigh), ' Ihuraday Broomsmead Farm ( Lapford), Saturday Eggesford station, at 11. J Powell's, Mr— Tuesdav Dolewilim, Friday Trewern, at J past 10. Puckeridge ( Mr J Parry's)— Monday Patmore Heath, Thursday Laugley Green, Saturday Bennington, at J past 10. Pytchley— Monday Rush ton. at i to 11; Tuesday Lilbourn, at 12; Friday Lamport, Saturday Wilton Place, at i to 11. Radclyffe's, Mr— Monday Wool station, Thursday Yellowham Wood, at i to 11. Rolle's, Hon Mark— Monday Huntshaw Wood, Thursday Atherington Village, Friday Smelland Moor, at 11. Rufford— Tuesday Cocking Moor, Thursday Sutton Hall, Saturday Blidworth Daie, at j to 11. Rutland's, Duke of— Monday Ilarlaxton Hall, Tuesday Lenton Village, Wednesday Waltham, Friday Cold Harbour, at 11. Scratton's, Mr— Monday Burton Hall. Tuesday Vange Bells, Wednes- day East Hanningfield Tye, Saturday White's Bridge, at 11. Selby Lowndes's, Mr— Tuesday Beactiampton Village, Saturday Winslow. Shropshire ( Mr C. J. Morris's)— Monday Holly Coppice, Friday Hollo- way Gaie, at J past 10. Sinnington— Tuesday Land Court, Friday Ampleforth, at J past 10. Somerset, West— Tuesday Cleeve Hill, Friday Chargott Lodge, £ past 10. Southdown— Monday Golden Cross ( Chiddingley) Thursday the Plough ( Dicker), Friday Ashcombe; Monday week St Easton's Green, at i to 11. Southwold— Monday Cadwell Hall, Tuesday Tumby Swan, Friday Legsby, Saturday Ulceby Village, at 11. Staffordshire, North— Tuesdav Draycot, Friday Adderley, at J past 10. Stamford and Warrington's, Earl of— Monday Thurnby, Tuesday Mark- field toll- bar, Thursday Staunton Harold, Friday Bunny Park, at 11. Suffolk— Tuesday liushbrooke Hall, Saturday Denston ( Plumbers' Arms), at i to 11. Surrey Union ( CaptjF. B. Hankey's)— Tuesday Ewhurst Village, at i to 11; Saturday Oakshot Flat., at A past 10. Sussex, East— Tuesday Battle. Friday Cowbech, at J to 11. Taiiby's, Mr— Tuesday Til ton Wood, Thursday Rolleston, Marston, at 11. Tedworth— Monday Lye Hill ( Savernake Forest), Tuesday Tedworth, Thursday Conholt, Saturday Winterslow, at 11. Tickham— Monday Tunstall, Thursday Longbeech, Saturday Halfway House ( Chaliock), at $ past 10. Tivyside ( Mr M. Jones's)— Monday Noyadd cross- roads, Monday week Pontarselly, Thursday week Bridell, at J past 10. Trelawny's, Mr— Tuesday Lee Mile Bridge, Saturday Ivybridge, at 11. Trollope's, Sir J.— Monday Tolethorpe Oaks, Thursday Normanton Park. Saturday Carlby Mill, at. 11. Tynedale— Monday Countess Park, Thursday Matfen Piers, Friday Bel- say, at j to 11. United Pack- Monday Harleston Village, Tuesday Lydham Heath. Friday Brook House ( Presteign), Tuesday week Black Bank ( Long Mountain), at 10. ' " aughan's)— Monday Abermeurig. at 10. Thursday Vine ( Mr A. E. Whieldon's)— Tuesday Clerkengreen7 Thursday Painter End Gate, Saturday Whitchurch Lodge, at J to 11. Warwickshire— Monday IlminKtou, Tuesday Mitford Bridge, Thursday Shuckborough, Friday The Tower ( Edge Hill), at i to 11. Warwickshire, North— Tuesday Stoneleigh Abbey, Thursday Prince- thorpe, Friday Henlev- in- Arden, at 11. Western ( Captain Gurney's)— Tuesday St Erth Bridge, Friday Zennor, at J past 10. Westlake's, Mr— Monday Rora Bridge, Friday Whlddon Down, at 10. Wheatland— Tuesday Ticklerton House, Friday Nordley, Tuesday week Chetton House, Friday week Spoonhill, at i past 10. Wilts, South— Monday Fovant Elm, Thursday Broadchalk Village* Friday Southleigh, at i to 11. Worcestershire— Monday Copcut Elm, Thursday Grafton Wood, Friday Brockeridge Common, at i past 10. Wynn's, Sir W. W.— Monday Aston, Tuesday Brynypys, Thursday Macefen, Friday Carden, at J past 10. Yarborough's, Lord— Monday Healing Village, Thursday Wooton Hall- Friday Caoorne Village, at 1:. York and Ainsty- Montiay Burnt Gates, Tuesday Providence Green, Thursday Bishop Monkton, Saturday Melbourne, at 11. IIARBIERS. Bishop Auckland— Tuesday Woodham, Friday Job's Hill, at J past 10. Brighton— Monday Patcham, Wednesday Thunder's Barrow, Saturda Dyke, at i to 11. Bronwydd ( Beagles)— Tuesday Blaenbarre, Saturday Gernoe Gate, atl Brooksend— Monday Monkton, Thursday Chislet, Saturday Chapel [ Bottom, at I past 10. Brownlow's Eai- 1— Tuesday Broadway Farm, Saturday Marsworth, 11, Bruere's, Mr— Tuesday suspension Bridge ( Middlehani), Saturday Halfpenny House, at 12. Clayton— Tuesday Calverlev, Saturday Burlev Moor, at 10. Craven ( Yorkshire)— Tuesdey Crossroad ( Silsden Moor), Friday, Newton Grange, at 11. Easingwold— Wednesday Huby, at 11. Eastbourne— Monday Birling, Thursday Exceat, Saturday Langney, at i past 10. Elstow— Tuesday Barford Bridge, Friday Marston, at h past 10. Flower's, Mr Walter- Monday High Post, Wednesday Haxon Gate, Friday Figsbury Ring, at 11. Rochester, H. IL— Monday Allhallows- street, Thursday Brompton Farm, Monday week Marsh Gate, Thursday weekUpper Stoke, at 11. Hailsham and Hellingley— Munday Kennels, at J past 10. Heytesbury— Tuesday Bolesboro' Knoll, Friday Chitterne Meadows, at | past 11. High Peak— Tuesday Green Cowden, Saturday Wiuster Toll- bar, at 12. Langport— Monday Drayton, Saturday Cross- road ( Lytes Cary), at£ past 10. Llanwnen( Mr Pryse's)— Monday Postbach, at J past 10. Lloyd Price's, Mr— Monday The Windmill, Friday Pass- bye, at J past 10 Newcastle— Monday Ouston, Friday Berwick Hill, at J past 10. Northallerton— Tuesday Northallerton. Friday Mocton, at i past 10. Norfolk, East— Monday llackford Vale, Friday St Faith's Swan, at II. Pagett's, Lord Henry— Tuesday Shoulder of Mutton Inn, Friday Fare-, well, at \ past 11. Romney Marsh— Monday Kemp's Hill, Thursday Appledore Bridge, Sa. urday East Rype, at J past 10. Shepherd's. Mr— Tuesday Beckhouse, Friday Satton Grange. Sompting— Tuesday Lyon's Farm, Saturday Chantry Post, at 11. Stockton— Tuesday Bishop Middleham, at \ past 10. Tanat Side ( Mr Evans's)— Tuesday Pontyforgwyn, Friday Knockln, at J past 10. Torquay— Monday Kingsteignton Marsh Gate, at \ to 11. Tredegar— Monday Coedkernew Pound, Thursday High Cross, J past 11. Vale of Clwyd ( Captain Price's)— Tuesday Ystwad, Friday Plas Newydd ( nearTrefnant), at 11. Vale of Evesham ( Mr E. II. S. Hudson's)— Monday Overbury Park, at a past 11; Thursday Se- iford Grange, at 11. Walsham, North— Tuesday Sustead, Friday Mr Watts's( Lessingham) lI. West Street— Tuesday Martin Hill, Thursday Shepherdswell Mill, Tuesday week Ripple Mill, Thursday week Nutbourn Mill, at J 10. Whitehaven— Tuesday Gosforth, at 10. Woodland— Wednesday Laxfield Saturday Charsfield, at 11. SCOTCH. FOXHOUNDS. Dumfriesshire— Tuesday Dormont, Thursday Carlaverock, Saturday Springkelt, Tuesday Daifibble, Saturday week The Hewke, at | past 10. Eglinton's, Lord— Thursday Mauchllne Station, Thursday week Taw- thorn Toll, at 11. Fife— Monday Balnvale, Thursday Pitcairlle, Saturday Pltscottie Toll- bar, at 11. Lanarkshire and Renfrewshire- Tuesday Duchall, at 11. Linlithgow and Stirlingshire— Tuesday Kinneil, Thursday Bellsquarry Village, Saturday Wallhouse, at i to 11. Wemyss's, Earl of— Monday Hirsel Toll- bar, Tuesday Felklngton, Fri- day Learmouth, Saturday Abbey St Bathans, at J past 10. HARRIERS. Ayrshire— Tuesday Coylton Church, at i past 11 IRISH. STAGHOUNDS. Ward Union— Monday Nine milestone ( Ashbourne road), Wednesday Kilbride, Saturday Blackbull, Monday week Eight milestone ( Ash- bourne road), Wednesday week Kilrue Gate, Saturday week Flat- house, at one. FOXHOUNDS. Curraghmore— Tuesday Mullinavat, Friday Phelan's Hotel ( Carrick oa Suir), Tuesday week Besborough. Friday week Kilmacthomas, at 11. Dennis's, Mr— Monday Belmont, Thursday Gardenfleld, Monday week Dalligan Park, Saturday week Kilroe, at 11. Gaiway County— Tuesday Athenry, Friday Barbersfort, Tuesday week Castle Lambert, Friday week Ballydugan, at 11. Kildare— Monday Ballymore- Eustace, Tuesday Kilbride, Friday Dun- shaughlin, at 11. Limerick County ( Mr Roche's)— Tuesday Ballywire Cross, Friday Carasst at 11. Louth— Tuesday Hilltown, Saturday Mullins Cross, at 11. Meath— Monday Hayes Gate, Tuesday Loughcrew, Thursday Bengers- town, Friday Dunshauglilin, Saturday Bellinter, at 11. Tipperary— Tuesday Ballymonty House, Saturday Kiltonans, Tuesday week Corcoran's Hotel ( Cashel), Saturday week Fethard, at 11. Union ( Mr Uniacke's)— Monday Dangan Cross, at 11. Westmeath— Tuesday Rochfort, Saturday Multyfarnham Station, at 11. HARRIERS. Charleville— Monday Castle Harrison, Thursday Drewscourt, at J past 11. Cork— Tuesday Whitechurch, Friday Templemichael, Tuesday week Longstone, Friday week Viaduct ( Bandon road), at j past 10. Fermoy— Monday Hagg's Bed, Thursday Douglas Bridge. Iveagh— Tuesday Backnamulock, Saturday Balhevy Bridge, Tuesday week Lisnashanker, Saturday week Kennel, at 12. Klllultagh— Thursday Knockcairn, Saturday Whinny Hill, Wednesday week Ballydonaghy Bridge, Saturday week Tullyrusk, at J past 11. ACCIDENT TO THE DUKE OF RUTLAND. It is with much regret we have to record a very serious fall the Duke of Rutland met with while following his own hounds on Saturday, Eeb 7. They met at Great Gonerby, and after a. hunting run of about one hour with a fox from Gonerby Moor, which was lost, the hounds proceeded to draw Casthorpe Hills ; at ten minutes before three o'clock a good w. ld fox went away at the bottom, and, turning to the left, took a line by Gonerby, where the fences are strong. On coming to a stiff cut hedge, hi » grace's horse, not rising high enough to clear it, blundered, throw- ing the duke very heavily. Mr Blackwood and other gentlemen went to his assistance, and a fly was promptly procured from, Grantham, to which place the duke was conveyed, and taken to the George Hotel. Mr Shipman, surgeon, having examined his noble patient, discovered that in consequence of the fall h » had sustained a concussion of the spine, accompanied with injuries to the muscles of the neck and the left shoulder. Bub- sequent reports are favourable; but the alarm throughout th ® country, where his grace is so deservedly respected, has been very great and general. The hounds, on reaching Peascliff, werestopped. About twelve months since his grace unfortunately met with ai* accident of very similar character, and his daring style of crossing the country when hounds are running hard has long been very noticeable. On Tuesday, Feb 10, symptoms of gout made their- appearance, and on the following day a consultation was held between Dr Parsons, Mr Wright, and Mr Bhipman. Our latest advices, written on Friday at noon, state that last night the symp- toms of his grace the Duke of Rutland took an unfavourable^ turn, and such was the alarm occasioned to his friends that a te- legraphic message was at once despatched to Mr Wm. Wright, surgeon, of Nottingham, who went over to Grantham imme- diately. On his arrival he found him much worse than when he had left him a few hours previously, having suffered a collapse. The utmost attention was paid to the sufferer, and, although the> greatest anxiety prevails as to the result of the accident, it is still hoped that his grace may ultimately recover. A DUCAL COMPLIMENT TO A FAITHFUL SERVANT. ME EDITOE : Catering as you do for the kingdom at large you must necessarily be more concise than editors who have a less ex- tensive area to operate upon, otherwise I am sure you would not have omitted the highly flattering compliment paid by his Grace the Duke of Buccleuch to his late huntsman, Mr Williamson, in your account of the dinner given to the Earl of Wemyss, at Cold- stream, on the 3d inst. Coming from such a source it was the most gratifying tribute of respect I ever heard paid, and the words deserved to be printed in letters of gold and placed in every saddle room and servants' hall in the kingdom, as well for the credit of the noble duke as an incentive to all other servants to deserve the same. Speaking of the sport with his hounds, the duke said that " whatever credit might be due to himself, much more was due to that excellent man, Williamson, whose strict integrity, honesty, truth, and straightforwardness were not to be exceeded by any man in any station of life. He was glad of an opportunity of making these remarks regarding one whom he must ever esteem as a most faithful friend as well as a. most valued servant." Perhaps you will be good enough to find room in your next number for the above, and oblige yours, & c, Feb 9, 1863. S. HUNT CHANGES. BICESTEB AND WABDEN HILL COUNTRY.— Mr Editor: Will you be kind enough to make it known through your journal that the Bicester and Warden Hill country becomes vacant at the end of the season, and is in want of a master. Anyone wishing to make inquiries respecting the country can receive every informa- tion by communicating with the chairman of the Bicester and Warden Hill Hunt, King's Arms Hotel, Bicester.— Yours, & c, PERCY BAEBINGTON.— Feb 10,1863. Phillips, who succeeded Mr Williamson as huntsman to the Duke of Buccleuch, leaves at the close of this, his first season with, them, and his successor is not yet appointed. Mr Christie takes the command of the Southdown Foxhounds, for some time past in the hands of a committee. The sport in Sussex this season has been very good, but we should like to hear a little more of it. There is some talk of Mr 8cratton, in Essex, giving up a slice of his country on the London side. Mr Cox, of the Craven, will have a vacancy for a first whip at. the end of the season. Mr Josselyn will go on with the Suffolk, the necessary sub scription having been guaranteed at a Meeting on Wednesday las THE LATE ROBERT SMITH. ME EDITOE : I beg to acknowledge, through your columns, the following contributions, which I have received this week for the widow and family of my late huntsman, Robert Smith :— T. F. Brockholes, £ 3; E. M. B , £ 1 7s; J. Watt, Jersey, 10s; R. Christian, huntsman ( Johnston Kennels), 10s; R. Regnell, jun, £ 1; from Killynon, £ 2; H. Battersby, Larkfield, £ 1; George Champion, huntsman ( Southdown Kennels), 10s; F. Percival, whipper- in ( 8outhdown Kennels), 5s; John Evans, huntsman. ( Cattistock Kennels), 10s; two whips at Cattistock Kennels, 53 each; H. Ayris, huntsman ( Berkeley Castle), 10s; two whips at Berkeley Castle, 5s each; Prince Edward de Ligne. £ 1. Should I receive any further contributions, I shall be happy to acknow- ledge them in your next number.— Yours, & c, G. R. DEASE. Turbotston, Coole, county Westmeath, Feb 12,1863. *** On account of the extraordinary pressure on our columns an original article by our correspondent " Cecil" on " The Cot- tesmore Country,'' and several runs stand over until next week* A number of runs will be found in the Third Page. 6 BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON, FEBRUARY 15, 1863. AQUATIC REGISTER. HIGH WATER AT LONDON BRIDGE. MORNING. EVENING. SUNDAY, FEB 15 35 min past 11 0 min past 12 MONDAY 16 min past 12 50 min past 12 TUESDAY 18 min past 1 43 min past 1 WEDNESDAY 6 min past 2 30 min past 2 THURSDAY 52 min past 2 16 min past 3 FBIDAY 36 min past 3 56 min past 3 SATURDAY 16 min past 4 35 min past 4 REGATTAS AND MATCHES TO COME. MARCH. 4.— Oxford University Boat Club— Torpids. 10.— Durham handicap skiff races. APRIL. 2.— Temple Yacht Club— Opening trip, Charlton. €.— Cannes Regatta, South of France. 11.— Brown and Cookson— to row on the Ribble, for a Cup. 14.— Chambers and Everson— to row from Putney to Mortlake, £ 200 a side, Chambers receiving £ 20. 20.— Carter and Chapman to row Fenton and Kemp from Putney to Barnes, £ 25 a side. MAY. 6.— Biffin and Kilsby— to row from Putney to Mortlake, £ 25 a side. 7.— Norfolk and Suffolk Yacht Club— Opening cruise. I. 1— Southampton Amateur Regatta Club— Opening match for the Silver Goblet. II,— Temple Yacht Club— Sailing match. Entries close May 4. 18.— Hoare and Tagg— to row from Putney to Mortlake, £ 50 a side. JUNE. 15.— Durham regatta. 18.— Rojal Western Yacht Club of Ireland— Regatta. 26.— Royal Mersey Yacht Club Regatta. JULY. 7.— Royal Northern Yacht Club— Regatta at Dunoon. 22.— Royal Cork l'acht Club— Regatta. ROYAL LONDON YACHT CLUB. The ball of this club took place at Willis's Rooms on Tuesday, Feb 10, at which about 400 ladies and gentlemen were present. The rooms and approaches were handsomely decorated with the device of the club and the flags of all nations. Coote and Tinney's t> and performed to a very select company, and the dancing was kept up with great spirit until the first part of the programme was concluded, when Messrs Willis served up, in their usual style, a most excellent supper, accompanied by wines of the first quality, and which gave great satisfaction to tbe numerous company. TThe usual toasts, including the " Queen,'' the " Prince of Wales and Princess Alexandra," the " Royal London Yacht Club,'' the " Commodore," the " Ladies,'' & c, were proposed and received with that loyalty and enthusiasm for which the Royal London Yacht Club is celebrated. After supper the dancing was resumed with great spirit, and was kept up until the peep of day, when the company separated with, we believe, the unanimous con- viction that it was the best public ball of the season. The next monthly meeting will be held at the Caledonian Hotel, Adelphi- terrace, on Monday, Feb 16, at eight o'clock p. m. pre- cisely. Members wishing to dine at the club dinner, at six o'clock on the evening of the meeting, must give notice of their intention to Mr Elder, before three o'clock on that day. The fol- lowing gentlemen are proposed for election at this meeting :— Messrs F. G. Giles, Chatford Mills, Andover, Hants ; J. Ingle- < 5ew, 4, Bishopsgate- street Without, E. C ; D. J. Hoare, 141, New Bond- street, W. ; W. Massingham, Caroline Villas, Granville JPark, Blackheath ; Capt E. Baldock, 36, Warrior- square, Hast- ings ; Messrs J. D. Morton. 8, Gloucester- terrace, St George' 3- road, &. W.; B. Neighbour, 34, King- street, Snow Hill, E. C. ; G. Mears, 14, Argyle- street, W.; C. Parke, Moorgate- street. ROYAL CORK YACHT CLUB. On Feb 5 a general meeting of the members of the Royal Cork Yacht Club took place at the club house, Queenstown, for the purpose of fixing the time for holding the Cork Harbour Regatta tor 1863, and making all necessary preliminary arrangements. In the absence of Admiral French, the chair was taken by Mr Campson French. The secretary read letters he had received from the secretaries of the Royal Northern and Royal Irish Yacht Clubs, after which it was unanimously passed that the regatta ehall take place on Wednesday and Thursday, July 22 and 23. A committee of management and stewards were next appointed. Mr W. B. Hoare was appointed lion treasurer, Mr A. H. Allen lion secretary, and Mr G-. Armstrong secretary. The Chairman read a letter from BelVs Life signed " Red with a White Maltese Cross," in which the writer condemns the present system of al- lowing racing yachts to carry shifting ballast. After the subject liad been discussed for some short time the following resolution, ^ proposed by Mr J. C. Atkins and seconded by Mr W. B. Hoare, • was unanimously carried:—" That we think it is desirable to • make a rule prohibiting all yachts sailing in a race from carrying ehot bags, & c, and that if the Royal Thames Yacht Club adopt it we shall also do so." RANELAGH YACHT CLUB. TThe 95th monthly meeting of this club was held on Wednesday evening, Feb 11, at the club- house, Mr Golding's, Pier Hotel, Chelsea; Mr Ingram Pick, the Vice- Commodore, in the chair, faced by Mr W. H. Royston. The minutes of the previous meet- ing having been read and confirmed, the club proceeded to ballot for the following gentlemen as members of the club, viz:— Dr jBachelour ( 12, Finsbury- place South), Messrs Boys ( 1, Aima- ter- - race, Kensington), Donald ( St James's Hall, Regent- street), J. P. Dormay ( Wandsworih, yacht Aerolite, 8 tons), Freer ( 9, Neville- terrace, Queen's Elm, Brompton), J. 8. Gorame ( Bridge- road, Hammersmith), W. King ( 9, Ovington- terrace, Brompton), W. Iiaurance ( Sion House, King's- road, Chelsea), Routledge ( 50, Rus- sell- square), Shout ( Albert Gate, Knightsbridge), A. Smith, C. E. < 26, Great George- street, Westminster), T. H. Walker ( 6, Welling- • ion- square, Chelsea), G. Wood ( 296, King's- road), and G. Yapp ( 83, Oakley- street, Chelsea). All these gentlemen were elected except Mr T. H. Walker, chairman of the board of guardians of St sLuke's, Chelsea, who was rejected, to the astonishment and con- sternation of many present. * Some of the officers and leading tnembers of the club warmly expressed their regret and surprise at the strange occurrence, and spoke to the high position and un- blemished character of Mr Walker. Eventually it was openly avowed by Mr; G. W. S. Jago that he had influenced and brought a 4> arty of friends for the express purpose of rejecting the gentleman in question, purely from personal motives, originating in seme « lispute in a volunteer corps. It is deeply to be regretted that « nen should permit themselves to be influenced by matters totally • inconnected with the qualifications of a member, and we most assuredly fall into the view expressed by a gentleman named Farmer, that it was surprising how anybody could find a number of others weak enough to lend themselves to such a work. The annual election of officers for the ensuing season was then proceeded with. The chairman, previous to vacating his seat, eaid the officers had now, according to custom, to resign their $> osts, and he only wished their esteemed Commodore was among them that evening to tell them of his experiences during his past - 4term of office. As for himself, he had to thank his brother officers whom he saw around him and the members of the Sailing Com- « « nittee, most of whom were present, for the cordial manner in which they had on all occasions supported him, and but for whom, he was well assured of the fact, he should never have l> een able to carry out the duties imposed upon him as their Vice- Commodore. He also wished to thank the generality of the members for the kind support they had ever afforded him, and he trusted that should they see fit to elect him for another year he would ever be worthy of their esteem. The officers then formally resigned, and Mr Keen having been unanimously voted to the chair, said it was necessarily part of the chairman's duty, on such • an occasion as this, toproposethere- election of theirchief officer, and nothing could possibly give him greater pleasure than to propose the re- election of a gentleman of such rank and position as their Commodore. He regretted, in common with the members gene- rally, that they had not had the pleasure of his company more frequently ; but circumstances had occurred over which he had had no control, and they must hope that he would be more • among them for the future. He had great pleasure in moving his re- election, assured that they could not have selected a better man for their Commodore than Col Evelyn.— Mr G. W. S. Jago se- conded the proposition. He had been instrumental, he said, with Mr Keen, in introducing Col Evelyn into the club, and agreed with him that their choice could not have fallen upon a more worthy man. He was a gentleman holding a high position, was possessed of a fine yacht, and was now in it on the Continent; although not personally among them, his heart had ever fbeen with them, and he ( Mr Jago) felt sure that when the colonel returned to England he would resume with increased activity those duties which in his absence had been so ably performed by Mr Pick.— Col Evelyn having been unanimously re- elected Com- • oiodore, Mr G. W. S. Jago said, in proposing the re- election of Mr Ingram Pick as their Vice- Commodore for the en- suing year, he had a no less pleasing duty than he • toad just experienced in seconding his friend Mr Keen, Mr Pick was a thorough yachtsman, an excellent chair- anan, and a gentleman whwm all respected, and than whom no one had worked harder for the club. They could not pos- sibly have a better man as their second officer, and he hoped the members would re- elect him as cordially as they had done Col Evelyn.— Mr Mason, in seconding, thought he could not add • anything in support of the proposition, nor was it, indeed, neces- « ary that he should do so, as every one present must be fully alive to the value of Mr Pick's services. The manner in which he had oxerted himself, and successfully, for the benefit of the club, stamped him as a gentleman deserving of their unqualified admira- tion and respect, and he had very great pleasure in seconding his re- election.— The re- election having been carried unanimously, Mr . Lister moved that Mr Lenthall, their treasurer, be again appointed to that office. He was one of their oldest and most indefatigable oaembers, and nothing he could say would enhance his value in the eyes of the members.— Mr Barnes said Mr Lenthall was too well known to need much said in his favour; he simply, there- fore, contented himseif with seconding the proposition, assured that the gentleman would have all their votes. Unanimously re- appointed.— Mr Royston moved thatMrTeague be re- elected hon eec. He was a thorough business man, a man who had worked very liard in their behalf during his term of office, and he felt confident ti'at as he must have given general satisfaction, he would be unanimously re- elected.— Mr Morgan having also spoken in eulo- gistic terms of Mr Teague, that gentleman was unanimously re- elected.— Mr Mason proposed the re- election of Mr Arthur Jago as cup bearer, dwelling upon the satisfactory manner in which he had discharged the duties of the secretaryship previous to Jiis being chosen to the office he now held.— Mr Boyd seconded, and Mr A. Jago was re- elected. Messrs Boyd, Lawton, and Walker hav- ing been unanimously re- elected auditors, on the motion of Mr Lister, seconded by Mr G. W. S. Jago, the latter gentleman and iVlessrs Mason and Lister were deputed to inform the officers of their re- election, and those gentlemen having returned, Mr Pick eaid it was with a great deal of pleasure that he resumed his & eat as their Vice- Commodore, although he did so with some amount of reluctance, as he had intended to resign his office this > ear. He had mentioned his wishes in that respect to several of his triends, but, in deference to their opinion on the matter, he had again consented to stand as their Vice- Commodore, which tie, however, should not have done, had he not felt con- vinced that he was certain of the co- operation of not only his brethren in office, but also of the members, one and all. He only hoped that they might all work together as well as they had done last year ; he himself would not be wanting in his endea- vours to promote the welfare of the club; and he trusted that the united efforts of those in power would have the effect of ren- dering the club more prosperous as year succeeded year. He 4 hanked them cordially for the compliment they had paid him. — Mr Lenthall, in thanking the members for his re election, said lie hoped the same feeling that had ever animated him— that of endeavouring to do all he could for the club— would still actuate him in his dealings with them. He would ever strive to do all iie possibly could for the promotion of their welfare and interests, and hoped that, by the united efforts of all, the club would in- crease more and more every year. He might, add, that the cup I > resented by Col Evelyn last year, which, from unforeseen circum- stances, had not been sailed for, still remained in his possession r s a first prize for the next season. He had just had placed in is hands the sum of 5 guineas for a second prize. Mr Pick had also given 5 guineas towards the same object, and he himself would contribute a like amount towards the prizes this year ; so that, with the balance he had in hand, he might fairly say the ; lub was in a most prosperous condition.— Mr A. Jago having also returned thanks, proposed the re- election of the following gentle- men for the Bailing Committee ( in addition to the officers), as they md worked so well together that the officers considered they • ould not find better men, viz, Messrs W. Boggett, John Brittan, i B. Burney, J. G. Harris, G. W. 8. Jago, T. Keen, W. W. jimbert, G. D. Lister, A. H. Morgan, H. Morrison, 8. F. Oriel, V. H. Royston, and T. N. Talfourd. Carried unanimously. Vfessrs Pick, Teague, Limbert, and Royston having been unani- mously re- elected measurers of yachts, and some minor offices ailed, the meeting adjourned. OXFORD AND CAMBRIDGE EIGHT- OARED RACE. Once more all is bustle on the Isis and the Cam, the time having arrived when the crews must be selected for the next race between theUniversit. ies. At both places for some days past there have been at least two crews paraded before the presidents for their inspec- tion, assisted by the other officers of the club ; and though there will probably be further changes in the undermentioned boats, Oxford has so far got the start in her preparation that we hear the dark blues have been already seen in the neighbourhood of Abingdon Lasher, while Cambridge has hitherto confined her rowing to the water above the lock at Baitsbite. The date is not yet fixed, as there is some doubt as to the day on which the Cantabs can leave for Putney. OXFORD* st lb | CAMBRIDGE. St lb 1. R. Shepherd, Brasenose .. 1. S. Cadman, Trin Hall .... 10 1 2. W. Awdrey, Balliol i 2. D. Bolden, Christ's Coll .. 11 10 3. W. Jacobson. Christchurch 3. J. C. Ilawkshaw. TrinColl. 11 5 4. J. C. Parson, Trinity .... 4. R. A. Kinglake, Trin Coll. 12 8 5. A. Morrison, Balliol 5. V. Marshall, PembColl .. 12 10 6. C. R. Carr, Wadham 6. J. Jones, Christ's Coll.... 12 9 7. M. Kelly, University .... 7. W. M. Young, King's Coll. 11 13 8. W. M. Hoare, Exeter .... 8. J. Chambers. Trin Coll .. 11 10 R. Salmon, Exeter ( cox).. II. Archer, Corpus ( cox).. 5 7 * We have not received the weights of the Oxford crew. Salter has received orders for the building both boats. CHAMPIONSHIP OF THE THAMES. We beg to remind our readers that the meeting of the deputies from the various rowing clubs and universities, watermen, & c, to consider the code of laws drawn up by the Thames Subscription Club, will take place at Kelly's, Bells Tavern, Putney, on Satur- day, Feb 14, at seven o'clock p. m. AQUATICS AT BRASENOSE COLLEGE, OXFORD. FOUB- OARED RACES.— These annual fours came off on Tuesday, Feb 10, over the course from the Long Bridges to Salter's Barge. Five crews entered and rowed as follows :— FIRST HEAT. OXFORDSHIRE. ! MIDDLE. I BERKSHIRE. 1. J. Mears 1. J. S. Sawbridge 1. T. II. Gregory 2. A. B. Weigall | 2. G. E. Gardiner | 2. H. Knight 3. R. F. Rumsey I 3. H. O'Hanian | 3. E. H. 11. Wiggin 4. R. T. Whittington 4. R. Shepherd 4. D. Pocklington • J. H. Empson( cox) I G. Emelville ( cox) | MorgauPayter( cox) Mr Pocklington came in first by half a boat's length, after a good race with Mr Shepherd, who obtained second place. SECOND HEAT. 1. P. A. Latham I 1. J. J. Huyshe 2. A. J. Richards | 2. J. Harding 3. W. T. Burgess | 3. W. M. Pigot 4. S. E. lllingworth 4. D. L. Landale S. Waddington ( cox) | — Drake ( cox) A good race ensued from the start to the Cherwell, from which point Mr Landale went ahead, and won easily. In the final heat, between Messrs Pocklington and Landale, the former had the Oxfordshire shore. A good start was effected, and the boats kept together until near home, when the superiority of the Berkshire shore began to tell in Mr Landale's favour, and he finally won by a boat's length. THE RING. NEMESIS ROWING CLUB, MANCHESTER. An eight- oared race between the Heavy and Light Weights of this club came off on Saturday afternoon, Feb 7, on the frwell, and, though the weather was very unfavourable, attracted a goodly number of spectators. The crews ( with one or two slight changes) were the same as rowed last year at the opening and closing days of the season, on both of which occasions tbe Heavies proved suc- cessful. Their two former defeats only gave greater energy to the Lighter crew, and their appearance on Saturday showed a decided improvement in their style of rowing, though they seemed to lack training: No. 1 Station, NEMESIS W( hite). st lb 1. Wallace 10 0 2. Moir 10 4 3. Cleator 11 4 4. Johuson 12 2 5. Roe .. 13 2 6. Davis 11 10 7. Deane 10 9 8. Shorrocks 10 7 J. H. Shorrocks ( cox). 7 0 No. 2 Station, QUEEN ( Pink). st lb 1. S. Cheetham 9 7 2. Iligginbottom 9 0 3. Booth 9 4 4. Norris 9 0 5. G. Morris 10 2 6. Holding io 0 7. Jackson 9 4 8. O'Keefe 10 4 Owen ( cox) 10 LONDON ROWING CLUB. The next general meeting of members will be held at the Cale- donian Hotel, Robert- street, Adelphi, on Wednesday, Feb 18, at ,- ight o'clock, and the usual club dinner at six o'clock. The fol- lowing business will be transacted:— To ballot for six following • indidates, viz, J. Heawood, General Register Office, Somerset Mouse ; C. Hewett, Stanley Hall, Mortlake ; T. W. Hopton, 67, • George- street, Euston- square ; D. M. O'Leary, 4, Elm- court, Tem- > le; W. Reed, Stanley Hall, Mortlake; C. W. Roney, 15, Lang- an.- place; to fix the opening day of the club season at Putney ; i> determine the dates of the following races:— Trial Eight- oared Olub Race, President's Four- oared Club Race, Vice- President's Pair- oared Race, Mr Clifford's 8eullers Race; and to receive no- ces of motion respecting the revision of the club rules and bye- '' ws at the March meeting. HOARE AND TAGG.— For this match we have received a further um of £ 5 a side, and a similar deposit is to be sent March - 5, At the first start No. 5 of the Nemesis breaking his oar, both boats were recalled, and after a little delay caused by the oar having to be replaced, a fresh start was made. At the signal being given the Nemesis sprang away with a slight lead, but the crew of the Queen, getting quicker to their work, soon showed their bow in front, and though the'' Heavies'' made effort they failed for a long time in wresting the lead from them, but at last a vigorous spurt from Mr Bhorrocks, well answered by his men, placed them alongside, and despite the utmost exertion of the Pinks, took a decided lead passing the boathouse, which, by dint of some splen- did rowing, they managed to increase to half a length at the cul- vert. Here a lively spurt from the Pinks seemed to revive the hopes © f their friends, but it was only momentary, and though they made another and mare effective effort going down the last reach, it was too late, and the " Heavies" won by their own length. We understand that the crew of the Queen have again challenged their opponents, and the race will probably be rowed on the opening day of the season. NATIONAL LIFEBOAT INSTITUTION. WRECK ON THE WELSH COAST.— ABEEDOVEY, FEB 8.—" I have to report," says Mr David Williams, officer of Customs at Aberdovey, " that, about two o'clock p. m. yesterday, and within two hours of low water, blowing a gale from W. N. W., with a heavy sea, which was exceedingly high on the bar, a small brig, called The Friends, of Newport, from Cork, was seen making for the harbour. She was afterwards observed to strike, and the sea to make a complete breach over her. The lifeboat of the National Lifeboat Institution was instantly ordered out. I jumped into the boat myself, and was followed by a volunteer crew. After a very hard pull we pushed through the breakers, and dropped down to the wreck before the sea. When within hailing distance we asked the crew of the vessel if they wished to avail themselves of the lifeboat, telling them at the same time that, if the gale continued, their ship must go to pieces. The ves- sel's signals of distress were still flying, but, finding the crew would not abandon her, we remained by the vessel about an hour. During this period we suffered dreadfully. The heavy seas con- tinued to roll into the lifeboat, scarcely giving us breathing time between them. During this awful time we had 6ix oars broken to pieces. Seeing that the crew would not leave the wreck, we re- turned with three oars only to the shore, which we reached with the greatest difficulty. Most providentially the gale afterwards abated considerably, and the wreck drifting into a more shel- tered position, the crew abandoned her in their own boat, and succeeded in reaching the land. The brig is expected to become a total wreck." The National Lifeboat Institution has just re- ceived a gratifying contribution of £ 251 15s, being sums col- lected at Hong Kong and Shanghai by favour of Messrs Gilman and Co and Mr W. H. Harton, late Prime Warden of the Mercers' Company, and who is also a member of the committee of manage- ment of the Lifeboat Institution. NORFOLK AND SUFFOLK YACHT CLUB.— AS was intimated re- cently, several yachts are building for members of this club. Mr Hobrough is engaged on a fine schooner, 40ft long over all ( 32ft keel), and lift beam, for Mr W. Jecks of Norwich. The yacht is well advanced, and will be ready for launching a few weeks before the opening of the season in May. She has good lines, and may be expected to attain a fair rate of speed. Mr Field has a cutter yacht, nearly finished, for Mr Collinson of Great Yarmouth, 30ft long over all ( 24ft keel), and 10ft beam. The names of these addi- tions to the club fleet have not yet transpired, and the dates of launching are not yet fixed. Mr J. Tomlinson, jun, of Great Yar- mouth, another member of the club, is also having a yacht built on the banks of the Orwell at Ipswich. The performances of these new vessels will of course give additional zest to the doings of the club next summer. A meeting of the committee is to be held in a few days to elect a commodore, & c, and the dates of the meetings for the year will then be fixed. It is expected that the opening trip will take place on Thursday, May 7- FRENCH YACHTING.— M Pol Bellest, one of the most zealous supporters of French yachting, has just forwarded from Italy orders to sell his steam schooner yacht Newa. The Newa has been recently built, is 53ft long by lift 8in beam, and is fitted with an engine of 5- horse power. The Societe des Regates Parisiennes, which will hold its annual dinner on Saturday, March7, will have this year three matches on the Seine for small river yachts, viz, two in April and May, and one in September. Each match is di- vided into three series, which will each occupy three consecutive Sundays, or nine Sundays altogether. The days selected for the first match are April 12 for the first series ( first prize £ 12 and a bronze medal), April 19 for the medium series ( first prize £ 8), and April 26, small series ( first prize £ 6). The society will hold monthly rowing matches during the year, the first being fixed for Sunday, April 5. SOUTHAMPTON AMATEUR REGATTA CLUB— A meeting of the members was held on Monday, Feb 2, when it was decided that the opening match for the silver goblet, presented by the club, take place on Monday and Tuesday, May 11 and 12, as follows:— First heat five p. m., second heat six p. m., on Monday, May 11, and the final heat at six p. m. on Tuesday, May 12. The anuual dinner will also be held at the club room on Tuesday, May 12, atfer which the prize will be presented to the successful competitor. PAIR- OARED RACE.— A match has been made between A. Fen- ton and C. Kemp and E. Carter and J. Chapman to row from Putney to Barnes, for £ 25 a side, on Monday, April 20. We have received £ 2 a side, and the next deposit of £ 3 a side is to be made at Mr Pritchard's, Two Bawyers, Bishop's- walk, Lambeth, on Monday, Feb 23. J. Haywood of Westminster will row Crout of Woolwich, Townsend of Greenwich, Short of Bermondsey, or H. Cole of Chelsea, for £ 25 or £ 30 a side, in six weeks from the first deposit, in the best boats they can get. A match can be made at Mr Neale's, the Brown Bear, Millbank- street, on Wednesday evening, Feb 18. Bell's Life to be stakeholder. T. Royal of Westminster will row T. Crout of Woolwich from Putney to Mortlake, for £ 30 a side. An answer through Bell's Life will be attended to. KILSBY AND BIFFEN.— For this scullers race we have received a further sum of £ 5 a side, and a similar deposit is to be made on Thursday, Feb 26. CRICKET. MARYLEB0NE CLUB MATCHES. MAY 25, Lord's— All England Eleven v United ( Cricketers'Fund benefit). JUNE 1, Lord's— M. C. C and Ground v Colts of England. JUNE 8, Lord's— M. C. C. and Grou d v Sussex. JUNE 18, Lord's— M. C. C, and Ground v Oxford University. JCNE 22, Lord's- Oxford v Cambridge. JUNE 25, Lord's— Cambridge Quiduuncs v Oxford Harlequins. JONE 29, Lord's— Gentlemen v Players. JULY 6, Lord's— Thirteen of Kent v England. JULY 10, Lord's— Eton v Harrow. JULY 20, Lord's— North v South. JULY 27, Lord's— M. C. C. and Ground V Middlesex. AUG 10, Canterbury— Thirteen of Kent v England— return. AUG 12, Canterbury— M. C. C. v Gentlemen of Kent. AUG 17, Brighton— M. C. C. and Ground v Sussex— return. If not previously arranged, the list will be completed at the anniversary dinner at the Pavilion, Lord's Ground, on May 6. FOOTBALL. FISTIANA ; OR, THE OBACLE OF THE RING.— Just published, the TWENTY- THIRD EDITION, with an Appendix, containing the results of all the Prize Battles from 1700 to June, 1860; the Names of the Men, alphabetically arranged; the NEW RULES OF THE RING, as altered by the Pugilistic Association ; DUTIES OF UM- PIRES AND REFEREE ; 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, 170, Strand, and of all booksellers in town and country. Price 2s 6d, or by post 2s 7d. BRIGHTON COLLEGE, THURSDAY, FEB 5.— The Principal's House v the College, a match which always creates great interest, was on this occasion well contested, but ultimately ended in favour of the House by one goal, obtained by Mr Huggins. For the House Messrs War- wick, Carr, and Thomas did good service, and for the College Messrs Hibbers and Lowe distinguished themselves. WEDNESDAY, FEB 11.— In the Civil and Military Department v the College some fine play was exhibited, the match being won by the College by two goals, both obtained by Mr Maudslay. For the winners Messrs Griffiths and Thomas played well, while Messrs Master, Carr, Lowe, and Warwick strove " hard to turn the tide of victory in favour of the C. and M. ELIZABETHAN CLUB v WALTHAMSTOW. On Saturday, Jan 31, the E C. met a Walthamstow Eleven, and a very good game ensued considering the wet state of the ground. After about an hour a goal was cleverly kicked for the School by Adams, and the Club, though often nearly, never quite succeeded in getting it back. Adams's play is deserving of all praise, and Yates and Chepmell for the Club did wonders. The following were the sides:— Walthamstow: Adams, Garraway, Carver, Macke- rell, Ellis, Gardner, Turner, Charrington, Edmunds, Cutbill, Chilcott. Elizabethans: B Thoms. C. Chepmell, J. M. Yates, W. Lane, A. Stewart, H. Trevor, E. Chepmell, W. Besly, E. Dow- deswell, R. Egerton, H. Walker ( emergency). CHARTERHOUSE v DINGLEY. On Wednesday, Feb 4, a match was played between Charter- house and Dingley Dell, which ended in favour of the former by one goal to none. The Charterhouse eleven were B. F. Harts- horne, J. Lant, K. Muir Mackenzie, M. Muir Mackenzie. J. T, Hodgson, Hon F. O'Grady, C. E. Boyle, E. L. Pearson, L. Ogderi, C. A. Sumner, and G. E. Smythe. The Dellers were represented by Fenton, Cayley, Earle, Fearon, Rutter, Foster, Fisher, Marin- din, and three emergencies. The goal for Charterhouse was kicked by O'Grady, who played remarkably well. PIGEON FANCY— The club held at P. Crawley's, Queen's Head, Duke- street, Bmithfield, meet on Monday evenings. The first night of marking birds for the fly will be Monday, Feb 23. Harmony on Thursday evening, and a song in the parlour on Saturdays. This house is within five minutes'walk of the Far- ringdon- street station. THE RING IN AUSTRALIA. GALLANT FIGHT FOR TWO HUNDRED POUNDS BETWEEN BILL CLARKE OF LIVERPOOL AND JACK ROBSON. Bell's Life in Victoria of Nov 29 contains an account of a gallant fight between these men. Robson is a Newcastle hero, and weighs list 21b; he was trained by Bill Cleghorn. Clarke, who only arrived from Liverpool in August last, trained himself, and weighed lOst 91b. Both were very fit. Clarke was seconded by Charley Brock and Bill Kiley, and Robson by Bill Cleghorn and George Brusher, THE FIGHT. Round 1. In sparring it was'palpable that Bill Clarke was an experienced tactician. He had a quiet easy style, which, together with the smile on his mug, impressed the spectator with an idea that he had the fight safe. Robson, on the contrary, though equally confident, wore a kind of do- or- die determined sort of air, as if he was of opinion that his backers would be satisfied when the fight was over. Acting invariably on the defensive, he had a certain appearance of awkwardness from which his opponent was free; he, however, always showed himself prepared forthe attack, and was either away or his arms well up when Clarke showed an intention of " being first." Clarke, after creeping in inch by inch till near Robson's corner, dashed in with both hands; the left was stopped, but the right, as the other countered with his left, reached its destination. This led to some rapid exchanges left and right, and as the men were within distance, with considerable damage to both. After breaking away, scarcely three seconds elapsed before Clarke renewed the attack, delivering one, two, three with a quickness and strength which seemed to electrify Robson, who, though he stopped many of the blows, and returned several with great force, could not steady himself sufficiently to deliver a flush counter floud cheers tor Clarke]. Clarke scarcely gave himself time to draw breath before he again advanced to the attack, his right following the leit with great precision and force. He was, however, heavily cross- countered by Robson, who, after receiving a thump or two, seemed to fall into his opponent's style of fighting, and a slogging match all over the ring ensued amidst most vociferous cheers. Again did the men break away, and taking breath, again renew the fight, ding- dong with both hands, leading us to the conclu- sion that it was their intention to decide the battle in the first round. After fighting all over the ring they closed, and a slight struggle for the fall ended by both being down. 2. Robson let fly with his left, which was stopped, following up with his right on his opponent's listener. Vicious exchanges left and right. Robson missed with his left, which, going over his opponent's left shoulder, led to an awkward close, neither being in a position to throw, and both down. 3. No time lost by Clarke, who forced the fighting, and a re- newal of the thumping match of the first round ensued, rather in favour of Clarke, who got home with his right repeatedly on Jack's left eyebrow, while he himself received heavily on the body and mouthpiece. The men missed some well- intended counters with the left, and Clarke, while struggling to get his opponent in a position to throw him, was severely fibbed. Bill eventually got Robson on his hip, turned him over, andfell on him. 4. On coming to the scratch, Clarke's frontispiece showed that his antagonist had been extremely busy while in- fighting in the last round, a bump being observable on the left cheek bone, and his forehead by no means so even as at the commencement of the contest. Bill again commenced the rushing suit, and was often upper cut— or rather met by a low swinging hit— by Robson. Though the blows did not reach their intended destination ( the head), they were very heavy on the body, the thwacks on the ribs resounding all over the ring. A quick round was ended by Rob- son being thrown. 5. The quick fighting of the previous rounds had caused both to puff a bit. Clarke was the first to commence, and followed Jack towards his corner, where, after a short feint with his left, he dashed in with both mawleys, got the right home, and retired a step. Robson followed him, but, being out of distance, his left was easily stopped. Counter hits with the left, Robson deliver- ing rather wildly and occasionally open- handed ; then, fighting on the retreat, was bored down. 6. Mutual measuring and feinting till Robson had retreated to his own corner, when Clarke returned to the scratch, followed by Jack. Clarke again made a demonstration of attempting his previous rush, but found Jack ready. " His right duke's gone," shouted a partisan of Robson's, who imagined he saw Clarke's dexter maw- ley considerably puffed. Robson waited to counter, which, when it came, he missed, and, closing, struggled for the throw. Both down heavily— a dog fall. 7. After a short pause, Robson said pleasantly, " come on Clarke,'' to which the latter responded by assuming the offensive. Leading off with both hands, he reached Jack's squinter with his right and opened a cut which had been previously patched up by his second, whence the crimson trickled rather more freely than was agreeableto the Northumbrian, who, " needled" at this, rushed in, was met, not very effectively, however, and the two closed. Robson got all the best at the in- fighting which followed, ad- ministering some very stinging upper cuts with his right, his left being round his opponent's shoulder till both went to grass. 8. Clarke's left peeper was so puffed that its early closing was threatening. Neither was his opponent scatheless ; for, though there was no swelling, his forehead and left side of his nutshowed the marks of Clarke's handiwork. Robson availed himself of an opening, and got his left on Bill's snuff- box. Trying again left and right, both were well stopped. Wild exchanges followed— heavy, however, when they got home, and Robson was thrown. In the 11th round Clarke's kissing- trap somewhat enlarged. Robson planted his left on Bill's gob, but not very heavily ; this dose he repeated, and was but slightly countered. In fact, the steam was out of both. The Liverpool hero went in hammer and tongs, and a long and fatiguing struggle followed, the combatants writhing like snakes, the one to throw and the other to prevent being thrown, till at length Clarke succeeded in getting his op- ponent down. It was questionable, however, whether there was any advantage to Clarke, considering the strength he expended in the struggle. In the 13th there was another long struggle on the ropes, which was terminated by the referee ordering the men to be separated. 14. The arduous struggles in the three preceding rounds had their effect on Clarke, who came to the seratch evidently weak. He nevertheless bored in, and fought with both hands till down. 15. Considering the heavy punishment both had received, the way in which the combatants received the heavy hitting ad- ministered in this round tended to show that both men were com- posed of the stuff which won Waterloo. Paying but little regard to parrying, they punched away till they fell exhausted. For some rounds Robson now took a decided lead, Clarke having evidently fought too fast; but in the 30th round he came up as though he had got second wind. He made the fighting, got rather the best of it, and eventually fought Jack, who hit occasionally open- handed, to grass. 31. Clarke, encouraged by the cheers, rushed in, and closing, a long and fatiguing struggle took place on the ropes, which was ended by Robson being thrown heavily on the back of his cranium. (" Here's a change!" and " It's all over," from the Clarkeites, with chaffing offers of 10 to 1 on Clarke). 32. Notwithstanding their almost superhuman exertions in the last round, both men walked to the scratch on the call of " time." The men had now fought about an hour and a half, and as far as the effects of punishment were visible there was scarcely a pin to choose between them. Both had a good eye left, but Robson was the stronger of the two on his pins. Though it was " any one's fight,'' yet it was thought by good judges that a quarter of an hour's lighting must decide it one way or the other. Robson, after sparring for a short time, feinted with his left and followed with his right on the left breast. His opponent, not to be denied, rushed in, gave Jack a thwack on his damaged peeper, and after a most determined though rather wild rally, both went down. 33. Very like the last, though not so fast. 34. Good fighting on both sides without any advantage to either, till after a pause Robson delivered a clean fair straight hit bang on Bill's conk, and got clear from the return. This was the cleanest hit in the fight, and left the recipient in a state of bewilderment. Had Robson then got close to his man and rattled in, the result might have been beyond dispute. He, however, allowed a delay, and an awkward " scrimmage'' ended in Clarke slipping to earth. 35. Clarke was easily stopped. Sparring, followed by some wild rushes, but both too tired to give the coup de grace. A slip, and the men carried to their corners. 36. Clarke made a splendid cross counter with his right on the old spot, from which the ruby began to flow. After regarding his handiwork for a few seconds he again rushed in, was met heavily on the breadbasket, and after a desperate rally both fell exhausted. 37. When the men came up for this round three policemen entered the ring and ordered them to desist. One or two injudiciously urged the combatants to continue despite the pre- sence of the " conservators of the peace.'' As the referee, how- ever, gave notice that his functions had ceased, and that he should retire, there was no option but to declare the battle off for the time. The fight lasted exactly one hundred minutes. REMARK8. We have given the fight so fully as to render further observa- tions unnecessary. We may, however, state that the first round was one of the most determined we ever beheld, and was a fine example of unflinching gameness, as, indeed, was the battle throughout. Save in the matter of science, this fight will com- pare with Brock and Eccleson, Kitchen and Sellars, and Kiley and Harrington, all of which were model mills. Of the two, Clarke is undoubtedly the prettiest fighter; he has a good delivery with the right, but fails when he relies only on the left— or the " one- for- nothing'' style, which is brought to such perfec- tion by the London school. He has some knowledge of wrestling, but on this occasion he found his opponent too strong, and his efforts in that direction only tended to weaken him. Taken alto- gether, he is a game, straightforward, honest fighter of the Jemmy Massey style. Robson fought more coolly, but equally brave; he has acquired a habit of leaning so far back, that he is unable to job his antagonist as he comes in, and altogether fought more awkwardly than we expected. He, however, hits very hard, and must have punished Clarke severely on the body. The men have since been bound over to keep the peace. FIGHT FOR TUESDAY. TOPPER BROWN ANDHARRYBURGESS—£ 100 A SIDE.— These well- known men have staked all their money, and fight on Tuesday, in the Liverpool circuit. They are to go to scale at the Lifeboat Inn, Robert- street, on Monday, Feb 16, when neither is to exceed lOst 21b. Topper will take up his quarters at his own house, the Caledonian Vaults, Naylor street, in company with Joe Wareham, his trainer, while Burgess will hail from Clarke's, Houghton Abbey, Houghton- street, at which houses, as well as at the Life- boat, the fixture can be learned, judgment displayed on the part of either. There were 73 rounds, fought in lh 35min, when Connelly, finding he had had enough, succumbed, so that Tyson was hailed the winner. GREEN AND RILEY.— VV. Green and Enoch Riley ( both of Shef- field) met at Mr G. Hudd's, Barrel Inn, Penstone- street, Sheffield, on Tuesday night, Feb 10, and entered into articles to fight at catch weight, for £ 25 a side, on April 6. A deposit of £ 1 10s each was handed over to our reporter, at the Hen and Chickens, Castle- green, Sheffield, on Wednesday night, Feb 11, making £ 2 10s a side down. SIMON FINIGHTY.— We have received the following:— Mr Edi- tor: On Thursday week you gave Finighty his share of the stakes on account of his late fight with Hartley. He got the check cashed himself, and I suggested that he should deposit the money for safety till all claims were settled, which he refused, and kept the money in his own possession. You inserted at his own request a notice that he would meet his backers at my house on Tuesday last, at eight o'clock, and arrange to their satisfaction. I did not see him again till Saturday, when he opened the sparring- room as usual, as some benefit accrues to him by doing so, when, by much pressing he was inducedjto settle his three weeks' training. With many oaths Finighty declared he would act honourably, but a little before eight on Tuesday he made the excuse to send his carpet bag away, as he said he, was going to train Hefferan, but he would be back before eight. Since then Finighty has not been seen; but he told a friend as he was hurrying away that he wanted to see some one in Wales before your next paper came out. It is not for me to say what I have done to aid Finighty to gain his position again, nor the many weeks and months he has shared with us our house, nor the expense I have incurred. I regret it for his own sake that he should close his career under such cir- cumstances, and that such a one is the last I shall ever back in the Ring. However unpleasant this statement, it is due to my- self to make it., and due also to those who have so kindly sup- ported him.— Yours. respectfully, JAMES JONES, Queen Victoria, Middle- street, Cloth " Fair. H. White's battle money is to be given him at his house on Wednesday, Feb 18, when a number of his friends will be present. H. White will fight G. Froggit of Clay- cross, for £ 100 a side, in three months from the signing of articles. If Froggit will send £ 5 to Belts Life H. White will cover it. Bob Travers requests us to say that next week he will send us a statement of the case between him and Mr Milsom on the subject of Hefferan and Hawkes, and if the public think he ought to pay, he will do so. ALMEY AND THOMPSON.— As we stated in our last, inquiries we have caused to be made have led us to the conclusion that Thomp- son was entitled to the money for this match, and we have there- fore given it to him. GANNON AND BALDOCK.— These men have again posted £ 2 10s each ; they must stake another deposit at Jemmy Shaw's, Queen's Head, Crown- court, on Thursday, Feb 19. Gannon has, however, staked his £ 2 10s for next week with us. Jack Baldock wishes us to state that he is not Jack Baldock of Stratford, and he is in no way related to him. GODDARD AND HEFFERAN.— These lads having posted £ 110s each at Mr Milsom's, White Horse, Westminster, on Thursday, Feb 12, are to make their final deposit on Thursday, Feb 19, at Jesse Hatton's, Homer- street. They have altered their day of fighting to Wednesday, March 4, instead of Tuesday, March 3, and are to weigh at Mr Milsom's on Monday, March 2. BATCIIELOR AND EVANS.— This match has ended in a forfeit on the part of Batchelor, who, it seems, should have staked last week at Hatton's, where Evans's money was posted in Hatton's hands. Not only did he fail in doing this, but he did not stake again on Thursday at the Shakspere's Head, Warner- street, or with us. REARDON AND SHIPP.— These men again posted their dibs on Thursday, Feb 12, the ceremony taking place at Harry Brunton's. The next fiver a side must be tabled at Mr Ward's, Ironfounders' Arms, Greenwich, on Thursday, Feb 19. DREW AND YOUNG SAM.— These men have again tabled their corianders, and must stake a further £ 210s each, on Friday, Feb 20. YOUNG TIERNEY OF BIRMINGHAM AND BLOUNT OF HANDS- WORTH.— These men met on Tuesday, Feb 10, at 8st, for £ 10 a side. On weighing, Tierney came within the stipulated weight, but it was a close touch for Blount. The place of meeting was kept snug till a late hour on Monday, Feb 9, and to that may be attributed the fight coming off without impediment. Bassett Pole, near Tamworth, was the place appointed, and here a ring was pitched. Tierney was attended by Tom Lane and Ben Gar- rington, and Blount by Posh Price and Dick Fellows. Tierney is a smart, active lad, and his fighting weight is 7st 81b, but in order to get the present match on he came up to 8st. This is only his third appearance in the Ring, having twice contended withYoung Rooter, whom he beat; his age is under 21. Blount has fought several battles, having amongst the number contended with Donnelly, Mic the Grecian, and Bowey Taylor. He is a short, thick- set man, about 28 years of age. Tierney got the first blood in the first round from a spanking left- hander on Blount's kisser, and also during the fight got the knock- down blow. Tierney, after the fourth round, fought under great disadvantages, his right mawley having gone from a rattler he placed on Blount's nob and left ' lug ; but, although disabled with his right, he made play with his left with great effect, get- ting all over Blount's phiz, and administering severe punishment round after round, Blount returning some smart and punishing hits on Tierney's mouthpiece, and damaging slightly both ogles ; but Tierney decidedly had the hest of the fight throughout. The fight was protracted by Blount's friends in hopes, from the dis- abled state of Tierney's hand, that a chance would offer; but at length his friends, seeing that he had no chance of beating Tier- ney, after fighting 89 rounds in two hours and two minutes, threw up the sponge in token of defeat. The money is to be given up to Tierney on Baturday evening. Feb 14, at Clarke's, White Swan, Water- street, where he will be glad to see his friends.— Blount writes to us that his friends used him badly in giving in, as he was not half licked ; but the referee and others think differently. YOUNG TYSON AND CONNELLY.— These light- weights, who are quite unknown to the Ring, fought on Tuesday, Feb 10, for £ 10 a side, on the home circuit. Tyson was seconded by Jemmy Keefe and George Crockett, Jem Dillon and Job Coblev doing the need- ful for Connelly, who was brought out under the auspices of Nat Langham. Tyson gained first blood in the opening round, and took a decided lead, having the battle all his own way for the first half hour. After this the rounds were of a tedious and totally uninteresting description, there being but little skill or We cannot insert challenges from unknown men unless pro- perly authenticated. Neither can we in future insert acceptances of challenges where no address is given by the challenger, unless under peculiar circumstances. J. White of Halesowen will fight J. Garrott of Cradley Heath, and confine himself to 8st 21b, and Garrott can be 9st 21b, for £ 25 a side; or he will fight Harrison of Dudley, and confine himself to 8st21b, and Harrison at catch weight; or he will fight Tierney of Birmingham, or any other man in England, with an allowance of 21b in weight, for £ 25 a side. Money ready at J. Nock's, Apple Tree Inn, Halesowen. Bill Fielding, a novice who never fought for a shilling, will fight Jerry Regan of the Borough at lOst 121b or catch weight, for £ 25 a side, and has left £ 1 in the hands of Bell's Life to make a match ; or he will meet him on Thursday evening, Feb 19, the night of his benefit, at Mr Clarke's, the Goldsmiths' Arms, Little Sutton- street, Clerkenwell, to draw up articles. C. Watte of Sheffield has staked £ 2 10s in our Sheffield reporter's hands to make a match, catch weight, to fight H. White of Ash- over, for £ 25 or £ 50 a side, according to his own challenge, to'fight four months from the time of making a match. If articles are sent to our reporter, or to Mr G. Kitson, Rose and Crown, West- bar, Sheffield, a match can be made. Dick Goodwin ( alias Spring Dick) of Manchester will fight Cowlishaw of Derby at 7st 61b, for £ 25 a side, half- way between home and home. By sending a deposit to Bell's Life, and articles to the Rising Sun, Swan- street, Manchester, a match may be en- sured. Young Tom Lane of Birmingham will fight the following menat8st21b:— Pat Duffy, Mick Foley, or Patsev M'Kew, for £ 10 a side, or he will give G. Weston ( alias China) 61b in weight for the same sum. Money ready at Mr G. Wright's, Red Lion, Bordesly- street, Birmingham. DILLON TO REARDON.— Jem Dillon hopes that Reardon will keep his promise to tight him at lOst, if not he will fight any man breathing at 9st 121b, for £ 100. To show he means business he has left £ 25 in our hands, or a match can be made any time at old Nat's. J. Fox ( the Young Phenomenon) lately returned from America is open to fight any man in the world at 9st 61b, for £ 25 a side, and to be left open for £ 50, in six months from the first deposit; to fight in the London circuit, and the Editor of Bell's Life to be stakeholder and referee. Bob Travers has £ 2 10s on behalf of Joe Nolan, who can be backed against Henley, on his own terms, at 9st 21b, and give or take expenses; to fight in London or Liverpool. A call on Bob Travers, or a letter to Clarke, Houghton Abbey, Liverpool, will ensure a match. Young Wilmer ( Hicks's Novice) has covered the £ 2 10s left with us last week by Wolf, and will meet him at our office on Friday next, Feb 20, to draw articles to fight at Wolf's own time, and increase the stakes to £ 5 a side. Jack Hicks requests us to state that, as he is now doing a good business at Jem Ward's old house in the Whitechapel- road, he has relinquished the P. R. as a profession. All challenges will be W. Colly of Walsall will fight Reaton of Dudley Port, for £ 10 a side, at catch weight, or J. Keyte of Walsall, on the same terms. Money ready at G. Holderi s, New- street, or at S. Nock's, Lower Rushall- street, Walsall. J. Smith of Derby will fight Callaghan at catch weight, for £ 15 or £ 25 a side, or the Brick Lad of Sheffield at 8st 101b, on the same terms. By sending a deposit to Bell's Life, and articles to J. Elso, Midland Arms, Derby, a match can be insured. Tom Kelly of Bradford will fight Bill Brown of Manchester at list, or any'other man within 100 miles of Bradford, at 10st 101b, first come first served. Any answer through Bell's Life will be attended to. Posh Price will fight Rooke or Parkenson, or any man in Bir- mingham, at catch weight, for £ 25 or £ 50 a side. Money ready at White's, George aud Dragon, Barr- street, St George's, at any time. Young Tierney of Birmingham will fight Spring Dick of Man- chester at 7st 81b, for £ 25 a side. To come off in four months from signing articles. Tierney will be at Rook's benefit at Liverpool on Monday, Feb 16, prepared to make the match. A gentleman will be at Mr Richardson's, Blue Anchor, on Saturday evening, Feb 14, prepared to match young Tyson of Bodington against Stewart of Glasgow, at 8st 121b, for £ 25 or £ 50 a side. Jemmy Keefe has a lad who never won a shilling he will match to fight George Dove, for from £ 15 to £ 25 a side, at 7st 81b or 7st 121b. Money ready at Jack Hicks's, King's Arms, White- chapel, on Monday night, Feb 16. J. Maherof Bristol will fight any novice in the world at 7st 81b or 7st 91b, for £ 5 or £ 10 a side. Articles sent to Jem Mace, Old King J ohn, Holy well- lane, and a deposit to Bell's Life will insure a match. Pat Duffy informs R. Davis, Mic M'Kabe, or Mills of North- ampton that, if they really mean match making, they can have a match on at 7st 101b, for £ 10 a side, by calling at Mr King's, Prince of Wales, Great King- street, Birmingham ; first come first served. Bodger Crutchley, now being free from any engagement, will fight either T or H. Allen of Birmingham at 9st 121b or catch weight, for £ 25 or £ 50 a side. Money ready at Crutchley's, Spotted Dog, Alcester- street, Birmingham. J. Parkenson of Birmingham has a lad he will match to fight Young Tom Lane or Young Mills of Northampton, at catch weight, for £ 10 a side. Money ready at Rook's, Whittington and Cat, Great Brook- street, Birmingham. T. Stephens has sent £ 1 to cover £ 1 in our hands to fight Mather of Liverpool, for £ 10 a side, within 25 miles of Welshpool. We presume he has sent articles to Mather. Morris Phelan has a man he will match to fight Rooke's man or any man in Birmingham at 8st 121b, for £ 10 or £ 15 a side. Money ready at Phelan's, Bell Inn, London Prentice- street. Young Connelly, not being satisfied with his late defeat, will fight Fyson again, Man and money ready at Nat Langham's at any time. Alec Meek of Wolverhampton will fight Colley of Walsall, at 9st 81b, for £ 10 or £ 25 a side. Alec Meek will be at John Holden's on Monday, Feb 16, prepared to make a match. Jesse Hatton will back Young Framley to fight Harrison of Westminster, for £ 10. The match can be made at Jesse Hatton's, on Monday night, Feb 16. Young Pevor will fight T. Crutchley's novice at 9st, for £ 10 a side. Money ready at F. King's, George and Dragon, Wharf- street, Birmingham. Stewart of Glasgow will fight any Novice at 9st, for £ 25 a side. Money ready at the Queen's Arms, Holy well- lane. The undefeated Joe Goss, who is matched with Jem Mace, for £ 1,000, and Jack Rooke of Birmingham intend taking a joint be- nefit on Monday, Feb 16, at the Teutonic Hall, Lime- street, Liver- pool, when they will be assisted by Nobby Hall of Birmingham, Young Holden of Walsall, Young Hicken of Wolverhampton, Bodger Crutchley of Birmingham, Parkenson of Birmingham, Young Parton of Manchester, and all the leading members of the Liverpool Fancy. Topper Brown and Harry Burgess will show The wind up between Joe Goss and Jack Rooke. IKE BAKER OF WESTBROMWICH.— A circle of sporting gentle- men intend giving him a benefit at Mr Davis's, the Junction Inn, Westbromwich, on Monday, Feb 16. A host of talent will show on the occasion. Brettle will show his cups, belts, & c. A gold watch and chain will be presented to Baker, as a tribute of respect for his general conduct and gameness. Baker and Young Broome will wind up. Sparring to commence at seven o'clock. Jem Woods takes a benefit at the Old King John, Holywell- lane, Shoreditch, on Monday, Feb 16, when Jem Mace, Champion of England, will positively attend and exhibit his belts, cups, & c, and wind- up with George Sims, for the benefit of his old friend and fellow- townsman Jem Woods. All the stars of the day will attend. Young Jack Hartley intends taking a sparring benefit at Mr J. Hicks's, King's Arms ( late Jem Ward's), Whitechapel- road, cn Tuesday, Feb 17. Hartley being a member of the P. B. A., will be assisted by most of the best men of the day, including Jem Mace ( Champion of England). The friends of T. Hackett of London intend giving him a com- plimentary benefit on Tuesday, Feb 17, at Mr J. Henson's, Leo- pard Inn, Derby- road, Nottingham. The wind- up between T. Hackett and Young Callishaw of Derby. The friends of Young Holden intend presenting him with a handsome silver cup, in recognition of his manly and straight- forward conduct, both in and out of the Ring, of which due notice will be given. Tom King has received an invitation to Newcastle- on- Tyne, where his friends wish to give him a benefit some day in the course of next week. Charley Ball of Hull takes a sparring benefit at the Leeds Arms, High- street, on Monday, Feb 16, when he will be assisted by a host of talent. Young Morris of Brighton wishes to inform his friends that he intends to take a sparring benefit at Mr Milsom's, White Ho se, Orchard- street, Westminster, on Monday, Feb 16. Jemmy Keefe intends taking a sparring benefit at John Hi ks's ( late Jem Ward's) large assembly room, King's Arms, W ite- chapel- road, on Monday, Feb 16. Bill Fielding takes a sparring benefit at Mr George Clarke's, the Goldsmiths' Arms, Little Sutton- street, Goswell- street, Clerk, enwell, on Thursday evening next, Feb 19. is the largest in London, and the room capable of holding above 300 gentlemen with comfortable seats. The private rooms are always kept selectfor gentlemen only, under the management of theyoung Champion, assisted by the outhful Jemmy himself and his staff of rising aspirants. On Monday evening, Feb 16, several glove encounters will come oft. J. and W. Shaw beg to return their thanks for the very liberal support they have lately received from their friends, London and provincial, also their neighbours and the public generally. Plenty of ratting sports on Tuesday, Feb 17, with small dogs, ferrets, & c, for handsome prizes, free for all dogs of any weight. The great championship match between H. B., Esq's, dog Captain and Strugnell's Birmingham dog for £ 20 comes off on Wednesday evening, Feb 18, at nine o'clock pre- cisely. Come early. The toy dog show comes off at Shaw's, Feb 22, free to the public generally. Young Reed, professor of the noble art of self- defence, at Jem Burn's, the Rising Sun, Air- street, Piccadilly, gives private lessons daily, from twelve till five, and from eight till ten in the evening. Gloves and every requisite provided. Gentlemen attended at their own residences. Gloves, dumb bells, and all gymnastic imple- ments 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. BLUE ANCHOR, ANCHOR- STREET, CHURCH- STREET, SHORE- DITCH.— The sunny spring approaches, visitors will crowd to town, the proprietor, Mr Richardson, has, therefore, expressed his wish for immense preparations, so the manager, Mr G. Woody, will prepare for the accommodation of his thousands of patrons on the occasion of the royal marriage. Extra stocks of all that makes mortals cosy and comfortable are already received — wines, spirits, ales, & c; this establishment, the largest sporting hostelry in the Great Wen, will commence the London season next week. On Wednesday, Feb 18, the grand concert in the mammoth assembly room will be presided over by Mr W. Trader, the renowned Harry Hicks facing him, assisted by genuine talent. Sparring every Monday and Saturday, conducted by the scientific G. Crockett. Neighbours nightly assemble, and over the social glass and soothing pipe, discuss all sporting " knows," past, present, and to come. DEEDS OF THE BRAVE.— At Mr G. Bryer's, Black Horse, Oxenden- street, Haymarket, is now on view a truthful repre- sentation of the terrific contest between Jem Mace and Tom King, from the easel of that well known artist, Mr Romsay, 21, Belve- dere- place, Borough- road, Lambeth, in which may be recognised the well known faces of all the patrons of British sports and pas- times. Perseverance and expense have been lavished to bring to perfection this work of art. The truthful delineation of the heroes themselves alone stamps it as one of the greatest works of art of the present day.— Bole agent, Mr G. Bryer. GREAT EXCITEMENT. — WONDERFUL ATTRACTION. — SENSA- TION PRESENTATION EXTRAORDINARY.— Jem Mace ( Champion of England) will be publicly presented with the Wyndham Cup, value 500 guineas, at the Criterion Hall, Leicester- square, on Tues- day, Feb 24. W. F. Wyndham, Esq, of Fellbrigge Hall, Nor- folk, will conduct the presentation, and will be accompanied by Mr W. Barns, of the Haymarket, and all the stars and celebrities of the day. Admission by tickets only, to be obtained at Mr W. Barns's, Haymarket, and Jem Mace's, Old King John, Holy well- lane ; first class 5s, second ditto 2s 6d. NAT LANGHAM'S GRAND SPARRING GYMNASIUM.— The vast improvements at the Mitre, St Martin's- lane, are now completed, and the great sparring saloon is unapproached by any in Lon- don. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday the scientific Job Cobley and Jem Dillon attend, and the large crowd of gentle- men nightly applaud to the echo. The new big- un, 6ft 8in, winds up with Job on Saturday, Feb 7, and Cobley will attend on gen- tlemen at any time. Privacy and comfort. Ould Nat is in his glory! THE YORK ARSIS, 87, HIGH HOLBORN.— Again does Mrs Walker return her thanks for the support given to her. She has made great preparations for the royal marriage, and as the thou- sands of country visitors pass up the great thoroughfare of " Old Bourne," they will here find the best of comfort and accommoda- tion. Billiards, where gentlemen can enjoj' inprivac3', in one of the best rooms in London, the scientific game, attended by the civil marker, Charlie. All served is of the very best, and tariff suitable for high or low. Mat Collinson, of the Thatched House Tavern, Duddeston- row, Birmingham, returns thanks for the public patronage he conti- nues to receive, and informs his sporting friends that he has added a saloon for the convenience of gentlemen joining his large room; also a new roped ring, upon a raised stage, which is open for public sparring on Saturday and Monday evenings, under the superintendence of that scientific boxer, Mic M'Cabe. Private lessons at any hour. A first- class bagatelle table, tistiana, & c, to be seen at the bar. Best of wines, spirits, ales, & c. H. ORME, OF THE JANE SHORE, 103, HIGH- STREET, SHORE- DITCH.— Everything sold at this hostelry is of the first class, and the parlour is attended by most of the Eastern Fancy. Singing on Thursdays. On Thursday, Feb 19, the chairwill be taken by Mr T. Reece, sen. Conductor H. Hicks. Bparringevery Saturday and Monday public, on Wednesday night private. Don't forget Thursday night for a good song. Books of all sporting matters kept at the bar. BOB TRAVEBS'S, THE BUN AND THIRTEEN CANTONS, CASTLE- STREET, LEICESTER- SQUARE.— Bob returns his sincere thanks to his old friends and the public, also to Jem Mace and Alec Keene, for the kind manner in which they came forward to support him on opening his large room for harmonic meetings. On Wednes- day, Feb 18, Alec Keene will take the chair, faced by Nat Lang- ham. Private lessons given by Bob himself, from twelve till two, and from four till nine. The Champion of Champions, the father and founder of the present school, Jem Ward. An extraordinary association of ideas' How strange is the mutability of human affairs ! Within a few doors of a house celebrated for many years for the landlords in succession, namely, Gregson, Tom Belcher, and Tom Spring, the last of that school, our old friend Jem Ward, is about to pitch his tent at the Six Cans and Crown ( nearly opposite Chancery- lane), Holborn. He opens on Saturday, Feb 21, 1863. THE GRIFFIN, CHURCH- STREET, BOROUGH.— HOST PROFESSOR WELSH.— The Professor informs gentlemen that he is always at home at their command to impart the noble art, by which a knowledge is speedily acquired. Lessons strictly private. Public sparring every Saturday evening, conducted by Young Harring- ton and George Henley, whose benefit takes place on Monday evening, Feb 16 ; come early. Gloves sent to any part of the kingdom. R. Brettle of Birmingham begs to inform his sporting friends that he will have a booth at Birmingham Steeplechase at Button, where they may depend upon the best of wines, ales, and spirits being supplied by Bob and his assistants. He has opened his large room for public sparring on Baturday and Monday evenings. Private lessons at any hour. The whole under the superintendence of himself, assisted by Jemmy Welsh. Brettle will thank the party who took the portrait from the parlour to return the same. Bill Ryall of Birmingham, having finished his sparring tour round the country with J. C. Heenan, begs to inform his friends that he has taken the Broad- street Tavern, Broad- street, Islington, Birmingham, where he will be found, and happy to wait on those friends who will favour him with a call. He will open his large room on Monday, Feb 16, and every Saturday and Monday even- ing, for public sparring. Private lessons at any hour, superin- tended by Ryall. Tom Bayers the Great— we " shall not look upon his like again''— still reigns pre- eminent at the Royal Britannia Theatre, where, every evening, as clown in the pantomime of " Abon Has- san," he is justly welcomed with deafening applause, girded with the Champion's Belt, costumed as on Farnborough Field, and as- sisted by the learned mules, Barney and Pete, in the sensation betting scene. Hundreds are nightly refused admission. At G. Brown's, Bell, Red Lion Market., Whitecross- street, public sparring every Saturday and Monday evening, under first- rate management. The harmonic meetings continue every Tuesday evening. Next Tuesday, Feb 17, the eighth annual supper will take place at the above house. Supper on table at half- past eight. After the removal of the cloth, harmony will be in the ascendant. Mr T. Drummond and friends will attend this evening. THE RIGHT MAN IN THE RIGHT PLACE.— Jack Hicks is always to be found at home. King's Arms, Whitechapel- road, to give private lessons to gentlemen, and meet his friends who may favour him with a call. Sparring every Monday aud Saturday evening, conducted by Jemmy Keefe. Harmonic meetings every Friday evening, chairman Mr Napthali. Jesse Hatton, of the Champion Stores, Homer- street, begs to remind the public that his large room is thrown open every Mon- day and Saturday evening for teaching the young how to stop garrotting. His free and easy is still flourishing every Wednesday evening. Wednesday, Feb 18, the chair will be taken by Mr J. Foley, faced by Capt Popham. Chair taken at eight o'clock. Joey Jones returns his kind and heartfelt thanks the, Scots awa' for their kind support during his engagements in Glasgow with Mr Levy at the Leviathan. Joey will be at Mr Davidson's, Turf Hotel, on Friday, Feb 20, where he hopes to meet with as much success as in Glasgow. Joey is brawley, thank ye for speer- ing. Do ye ken Joey intends going to Ireland. Harris of Leicester will erect his spacious sparring pavilion on the race course, Sutton, during the races, previous to going through North and South Wales, when he will be assisted by his talented sons, Joe Goss's Novice, and a host of the Birmingham Fancy. Patsy Reardon is now starring it with a talented troupe in Hoggins's Circus, at Cork, where he'is giving six sparring enter- tainments. ADVERTISEMENTS. NOTICE TO ADVERTISERS.— In future all advertisements fsr this department of Bell's Life in London must reach our office on Thursdays, before four o'clock, or they will not be inserted until the following week. They must not exceed seven lines in length, or they will be charged double, and so on in proportion for every succeeding seven lines. Boxing in reality at Jemmy Shaw and Son's far- famed sporting establishment, the Queen's Head Tavern, Windmill- street, Hay- market. On Saturday evening, Feb 14, some first- rate boxing will take place. The handsome style in which this old- established arena is now fitted up, regardless of expense, proves to the public that boxing is in the ascendant at the old Queen's Head, the ring THE CRUSADE IN THE MIDLAND DISTRICT AGAINST PRIZE- FIGHTING. At the petty sessions held at Solihull, on Saturday, Feb 7, before H. H. Chattock and — Williams, Esqs, James Hodgkiss, Joseph Goss, and Henry ( alias Bodger) Crutchley were summoned for aiding and assisting at a prize- fight that took place at Hampton- in- Arden, on November 25 last, between Joe Goss and Edward ( alias Posh) Price, thereby causing a breach of the peace. Mr T. J. Robinson, solicitor, Birmingham, who attended for the de- fence, stated that the defendants, acting under his advice, would plead guilty to the charge, and consent to be bound over in sureties to keep the peace, to which course Mr Superintendent Bloxham assented. The parties were then respectively bound over, and the summonses were discharged. Immediately after the conclusion of this case, the adjourned summonses against Morris Roberts and Matthew Collinson, for a similar offence at the same fight, came on for hearing. Mr Robinson appeared for the defence. The evidence of police- con- stable Yardley having been given, proving that Mr Roberts was present at the fight with his watch in his hand, and that Mr Collinson was close behind one of the parties near the ring, Mr Chattock asked Mr Robinson if he was prepared with the report of a case justifying tne presence of reporters at a prize- fight, as stated by Mr Roberts at the former hearing, and for which the case was adjourned. Mr Robinson admitted that he had no such report, and explained that Mr Roberts having heard such a decision by another bench of magistrates at King's Heath, near Birmingham, he in his ignorance of the law had assumed that such decision would have the same effect as if it had been given by the judges in Westminster Hall. Mr Robinson said that there had been a case, however, some few years ago, where a tenant of the Honourable Mr Ad- derley was present at a prize- fight; and being charged by that gentleman to assist in preserving the peace, he declined to do so, and was afterwards, with others, indicted at the assizes, at Co- ventry, " for aiding and assisting" at the fight. Mr Justice Maule ruled that his mere presence at the fight was insufficient to sustain the indictment, and directed an acquittal. Mr Robinson also stated that he believed there was a case connected with the Hunt riots in 1818 or 1819, where it was held by the judges that reporters of the public press were justified in attending in that capacity illegal meetings. He then proceeded to argue the point, and said that, in the so- called international fight, " the leviathan of the press," The Times, had sent down an eminent literary gentleman to witness the fight, and furnish a report, which was afterwards published, to the extent of some columns, in that paper, and for which the reporter received a very handsome sum. Mr Chattock here interposed the remark that such re- porter would no doubt be liable to answer the charge Mr Robinson replied that if such were the case, and it was really a breach of the peace for a reporter to be present at a fight, then, as the inciting any persons to commit a breach of the peace was an offence at common law, the proprietors of news- papers who directed and paid their officers ( the reporters) to attend must also be guilty of an offence, and punishable. He then further stated that the fact of Mr Roberts having his watch in his hand was not to be construed ( as alleged) to his being " time- keeper," but because it was part of his duty as reporter to take correctly the length of time the men were engaged in each round of the fight. He then urged that, although he was not there to defend the morality or legality of such exhibitions, yet prize- fighters as a body were well known to be men without any educa- tion, and could not be assumed to have such a knowledge of the law as those above them of the " upper ten thousand," and that the upper class at times not only petted and encouraged them, but aided and assisted them with moneys forthe purpose of getting up such exhibitions for their amusement and so- called sport; and that not only law makers, but law dispensers, legislators, and magistrates had been known to attend such meetings with im- punity, and it was therefore nothing but just that when " the smaller fry," as in this case, were dragged within the meshes of the law for the same offence, that he should urge the magistrates to require the strictest proof that the offence had been completed before they attempted to convict, more especially as the act of Parliament under which the charge was made was one of a penal nature, and it was a well- known rule of the judges that such acts must be construed strictly. Mr Robinson, after some further remarks, concluded an able address by stating that if the bench were not satisfied that the charge as stated in the summons, of " aiding and assisting at a prize fight," was fully made out, or that there was any doubt upon their minds, it would be their duty to give the defendants the benefit of such doubt, and to dismiss the charge. Mr Chattock then stated that the defend- ants must be bound over, themselves in £ 20, and one surety each in £ 20, to keep the peace for twelve months. The sureties, being present with the defendants, then entered into the required recog- nisances. After this was done, the defendants were called upon to pay the costs. To this Mr Robinson at once objected, alleging that the magistrates had no power to award them, for the act of Parliament, 18th Geo. III., under which such power was given, was entirely repealed by the 11th and 12th Victoria, cap 43, and that sec- tion 18 of the latter act, which stated in what cases costs would be awarded, did not include summons for sureties. He then handed to the bench OAe's Magisterial Synopsis in support of his position, wherein it was so laid down. This appeart* to puzzle the magis- trates somewhat, and whilst they were looking at the point, some slight " sparring" wentonbetween Mr Robinson and themagis* ate's clerk and Mr Superintendent Bloxham, the latter stating thaw - the costs were objected to he should require twenty- four hours' if "' fcce of the bail. Mr Robinson stated it was too late, as the sui- ' ts had been tendered and accepted. The magistrate's clerk W? n said he had not taken the recognisances of the sureties, and the defendants should go into custody until the twenty- four hours' notice of bail had been given. Mr Robinson replied, " Do so at your peril," and again asserted that the bail had been ac- cepted, and the transaction completed, and appealed to the pro- fessional gentlemen present if it were not so. The clerk then ad- mitted that he had taken the sureties' recognisances, but was under the impression at the moment that it was for themselves alone. Mr Chattock here appealed to the clerk for his opinion as to whether they could award the costs. The clerk said he believed they could do so, but being taken by surprise he had not looked at the point. Mr Chattock then said they should order the costs to be paid. Mr Robinson replied, in that case the defendants would, rather than go to gaol, pay the money under protest, leaving it open for them to adopt any proceeding they might be advised consequent upon the illegality of such an order. The defendants then paid 6s each, and the " matter ended ; but, from what was stated, we feel inclined to believe that it is not intended to let the question drop here, but steps will be taken to try the matter in one of the superior courts. CANINE FANCY. NOTICE TO ADVERTISERS.— In future all advertisements for this department of Bell's Life in London must reach our office on Thursdays, before four o'clock, or they will not be inserted until the following week. They must not exceed seven lines in length, or they will be charged double, and so on in proportion for every succeeding seven lines. A show of dogs takes place this evening, Feb 15, at W. Tupper's, the Greyhound, Webber- row, Waterloo- road. Chair will be taken by Lord Hill, vice Mr Greenwood, who will show his blue terrier stock dog. Messrs Sloe, Green, Mansfield, and Wilmott will show their pets. Mr T. will show his Nottingham stock bull dog Frank, and some of his produce. The full tip of the great dog show at Ashburnham Hall can be had at Mr Tupper's, as he is authorised so to do by Mr E. T. Smith. The members of the St George's Pigeon Club hold their meetings every Tuesday to mark young birds for their Brighton fly. Gentlemen wishing to join this fiy can do so within four miles of the club house. Mr T. has taken the Blue Boar's Head, Long- acre. Due notice will be be given of the opening. A dog show will take place at E. Whenman's, the Gun, 38, Chapel- street, Somers Town, this evening, Feb 15. Chair taken by Mr George, of Kensal New Town, faced by a gentleman who has matched his bitch to destroy 50 rats in six minutes, for £ 10 a side, to come off ® n Monday, Feb 16, to commence at nine o'clock, at E. Whenman's. E. W. will show Captain, the Champion of England, which is matched against the Queen's ratcatcher's dog. Ashowof dogs willtakeplaceatMr Hinchliff's, Peri cutters'Arms, James- street, New- cut, Lambeth, this evening, Feb 15. Chair taken by Mr Macdonald; vice, Mr Jones, who will show his handsome stud of white Maltese, also his Maltese stock dog, under 51b weight; assisted by Messrs Bladon, Guppy, & c. A host of the canine fancy will attend with their stud of toys. Ratting sports every Saturday and Tuesday evening; the use of the pit gratis. Fistiana and Bell's Life at the bar. To THE FANCY IN GENERAL.— A show of dogs will take place at G. Ballard's. John Bull, Turk- street, Bethnal Green, on Mon- day, Feb 16. F. F., Esq, of Norwood, in the chair, faced by Mr Bangham, who will show their choice stud of toy dogs, bulldogs, half- breds, and terriers, assisted by some of the old school, who have promised, © n this occasion, to put their shoulders to the wheel. To commence at seven o'clock. A show of dogs takes place at Mr Anderson's, Ship, Hunt- street, Bpicer- street, Brick- lane, Spitalfields, this evening, Feb 15. Chair taken by Sam Carter, who will show the handsomest bulldog in England, assisted by all the East End Fancy. Mr A. will show his stock of toys, and show his champion black and tan terrier King Dick, 21b weight, against anything in London. Chair taken at eiyht. A show of all kinds of dogs will take place at Mr Friswell's, at the Two Brewers, Gun- street, Friar- street, Black friars- road, on Monday, Feb 16. Chair will be taken by Mr Baines, vice Mr S. Fittin. wlio will show his stud, and will also be prepared to match his goldfinch to sing ones in the mouth, for £ 1 or £ 2 a side; sup- ported by Mr Andrews, Mr Girwood, and Mr Wolmington. Ratting every Saturday evening. A show of fancy spaniels, terriers, Maltese, & c, will take place this evening, Feb 15, at Mr Gill's, Sun Tavern, Gray's Inn- road. Chair taken by Mr Guppy, who will show his stock ; faced by Mr W. M. Greenwood, who will produce his celebrated blue and tan stock dog; supported by Messrs Beaver, Wilmington, Garwood, Legue, Berrage, Buggs, Roote, Smith, and Wilcox. A free con- cert every Monday and Saturday. D. Ives, Three Merry Boys, Upper Fore- street, Lambeth, begs to return thanks for the support he has received since the opening of his house. He has stock dogs for use. Gentlemen attended to at their own residences, by a line, as above. D. Ives has matched his goldfinch mule against the Drury- lane mule, for £ 2 a side, this evening, Feb 15. Birds on the nail at seven. A show of spaniels, terriers. Maltese, and bull dogs, will take place this evening, Feb 15, at, S. Read's, White Bear, King- street, St Luke's. Chairman Mr Blackmore, who will show his handsome black and tan spaniel stock dog Larry; vice Mr Mears, with his splendid stud ; assisted by Messrs Owen, Murphy, Baldwin, and all the old Fancy. A show of all kinds of dogs will take place at T. Martin's, Eagle, Castle- street, Kent- street, on Monday, Feb 16. Chair taken by Mr T. Cole, who will show his stud of terriers; faced by Mr Newman, who will show his handsome bulldog Tumbler. Several gentlemen will show their private studs, assisted by Messrs Greenwood, Byford, and Green. A show of all kinds of dogs will take place at R. Wortley's, King's Head, 17, Leather- lane, Holborn, this evening, Feb* 15. Chair taken by J. Gifford, faced by Mr Brown, who will show their famous stud of bulldogs, terriers, & c; a strong muster of the Norwich fancy expected. A good opportunity for any one having dogs to dispose of. A show of all kinds of dogs will take place at Mr Atkins's, Giin- makers' Arms, Chatham- place, Lock's- fields, Walworth, this evening, Feb 15. Chair taken by Mr Green, who will show his celebrated stock dog Jim, faced by J. Martin. A show of dogs will take place this evening, Feb 16, at Mr Page's, Lads of the Village, Charles- street, Deptford. Chair taken by Mr Hawks, who will show his favourite spaniels. J. Lees of Millbottom will back his dog Lincoln to run W. Woodliouse's Danter of Millbrook or J. Woodward's Swinger, for £ 10 a side, a straight trail hunt, from Meltham to Three Crowns, Austerlands ; or he will enter a sweepstakes with Tuner, Danter, and Swinger, for £ 10 each, and the winner to take all the money. J. Wild, Foresters' Arms, Gorton, near Manchester, will give a large copper kettle, for a trail hunt, to be run by harriers, one hour gone. Each man entering to pay 6d, to be returned in re- freshments, for which a dinner will be provided. To commence with trail on Monday, Feb 16, at half- past two. The great rat match at Jemmy Shaw's truly sporting establish- ment. Queen's Head- court, Windmill- street, Haymarket, on Tues- day, Feb 17, also on Wednesday evening, Feb 18, at nine o'clock precisely, is expected to surpass anything of the kind, there being above :>< » fresh barn rats on hand for public or private sports, with every convenience, 4c. The next show of toy dogs and friendly lead will take place at Shaw's on Feb 22 ; " also to make entries, propositions, & c, with respect to the great national West End canine exhibition, which is fixed to takeplacein March at the Ashburnham grounds, for handsome prizes, & c. Fanciers and friends are solicited to forward entries, & c. Particulars can be had at the bar. or by forwarding a stamped envelope, with address, & c. The handsome massive silver collars, cups, goblets, and other prizes won by Jacko, Old Tiriey, Jem, & c, can be seen at the bar, where entries can be made and all particulars can be had. The great championship rat match between H. B., Esq's, Captain and Strugnell's Birmingham dog Bounce, for £ 20, comes off on Wed- nesday evening. Feb 18. It causes great interest. Come early. At j. Ferriman's, Graham Arms, Graham- street, Macclesfield- street North, City- road, on Monday evening, Feb 16, plenty of ratting will take place in the new wire pit. A large stock of rats always on hand. Several ratters can be matched. Advice given gratis on dogs. A large number of canaries and mules on sale. Dogs bought. The printed Ratting Rules can be had at the above house. The great 100 rat match for the championship of the middle weights, and a stake of £ 20 between the Birmingham rough dog Bounce and the well- known H n, Esq's, dog Captain takes place on the 18th inst, at Jemmy 8haw's. The first dog pitted at half- past nine o'clock. Both have been under the eye of their trainer and second, Messrs C. Strugnell and E. Whyman. A rare match is expected. At Mr Richard's, the Bull's Head, Howard- street, Birmingham, a great ratting sweepstakes, for dogs of all weights and merits, will take place on Tuesday, March 3. Entries 5s each ; to remain open till Monday evening, March 2, when the lists will be closed, and the dogs duly handicapped. Plenty of fresh rats always on hand. At Heath's, Hop Pole, Lawley- street, Birmingham, a ratting sweepstakes, for dogs of all weights and merits, will take place on Monday, Feb 16. Entries, 5s each, to remain open till the night of the 15th. when the list will close, and the dogs be duly handi- capped. First dog pitted at eight o'clock. Mr J. Coats, of the Duncan Arms, Manor- street, Hull, will match his bitch Vic to destroy rats to pounds against Mr H. Par- ker's bitch Dripping, for £ 10 or £ 15 a side. To come off in three weeks after the first deposit. Money always ready at his own house as above. Mr Ledbrooke, of the Star Inn, Milk- street, Birmingham, has got a little bitch, 101b to lOflb weight, that he will match against anything of her weight or not exceeding 121b, to destroy rats for pounds once or twice their weight, for £ 20 a side. Money ready as above. RABBIT COURSING.— T. Anderton of Wigan has matched his bitch Dina against J. Fronce's Bisey of the same place, the best out of 21 courses, - 50 yards law, for £ 5 a side. There is now £ 2 down in the hands of H. Humer, who is final stakeholder and referee, and the next and last deposit to be put. down on the day of coursing ; to come off at the Volunteer Inn Grounds, Turton, Bromley Cross station, near Bolton- le- Moors, on Monday, Feb 23. First rabbit dropped at one o'clock. Vic AND FLY.— A mateh has been made between S. Hall's Vic of Sheffield and R. Rowley's Fly of Tunstall, 11 out of 21 courses, 60 yards law, for £ 20 a side, neither dog to exceed 231b weight. The event is to be decided at the Bull's Head, Gorton, near Man- chester, on the 9th of March, and 10s each has been deposited in the hands of Mr Holden. £ 4 10s a side additional is to be posted on March 16. FLY AND AN UNKNOWN.— J. Kenyon of Brighouse has matched his bitch Fly, 191b, against a dog belonging to J. Wild of Gorton, 161b, 11 out of 21 courses, H0 yards law, for £ 15 a side. Fly to give one rabbit. The contest is to take place at the Bull's Head, Gor- ton, near Manchester, on March 7, and the first deposit has been paid to Mr Holden. Tne match between S. Taylor's dog Curly of Bolton and J. Riley's bitch Plum of Holliwell, near Bolton, came off at the Volunteer Inn Grounds, Turton, near Bolton- le- Moors, on Batur- day, Feb 7, the best of 21 courses, for £ 5 a side. Curly had the best of it, catching eight. Plum three. ROSE AND BRIT.— Mr Holden has received £ 5 each for a match, for £ 10 a side, the best of 21 courses, 60 yards law, between E. Tittensor's Rose and J. Price's Brit ( both of Tunstall, Stafford- shire, which is to come off at Knutsford, Cheshire, on the 23d Feb. The remainder is to be staked on the day of conrsing. FAN AND LILL.— J. Worthy's Fan of Sneyd Green and B. Bwift's Lill of Longton are matched, for £ 10 a side. 11 out of 21 courses, 60 yards law. The contest is to take place on March 9, at the Bull's Head, Gorton, near Manchester, and on account of it £ 1 each has been paid to Mr Holden. SWIMMING— H. Gardiner begs to inform Donovan that he cannot swim him, as he has already made an arrangements" v a match in the Thames with Mather of Manchester for the ciJjs he latter won last season. F. Beckwith, Post Office Stores, Kennington- road, Lambeii* informs the public his house is patronised by all the great stars < fc the day. Harmonic meetings every Monday and Saturday. On Monday, Feb 16, the chair will be taken by Mr Harrison, faced by H. Burge, well known in the swimming school ten years ago as the Clerkenwell Clipper. Refreshments of the best description at moderate charges. WRESTLING— CUMBERLAND AND WESTMORELAND SO- CIETY.— A very large muster of the friends and supporters of this society took place at the Guildhall Shades on Wednesday night, Feb 11, Mr Clemitson in the chair. The secretary's report showed a balance of nearly £ 100 in hand, after the payment of all ex- penses, including a donation of 40 guineas to the charitable in- stitutions of the two counties, and 100 guineas given away in prizes last Good Friday. To the extreme regret of the society, the highly respected chairman, Mr. Clemitson, who has occupied that position to the entire satisfaction of all since his first election, gave in his resignation; and Mr F. Bell, also well known to the society, was elected to take his place; Messrs Hodgson and Mar- getson, as before, for treasurer and hon secretary. The following gentlemen were also elected as stewards for the ensuing year:— Messrs J. Brown, W. Thompson, C. Little, J. Smith, W. Arm- strong, R. Brown, T. Leggatt, T. Charlton, J. Richardson, and G. Gibson. The next meeting will take place at Mr J. Richard- son's, Queen's Head, Sherrard- street, Golden- square, on Wed- nesday, Feb. 18, at eight p. m. 6 BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON, FEBRUARY 15, 1863. PEDESTRIANISM. NOTICE TO ADVERTISERS.— In future all advertisements for this department of Bell's Life in London must reach our office on Thur- lays, before four o'clock, or they will not be inserted until the*- ® .' lowing week. They must not exceed seven lines in length, < 5 y will be charged double, and so on in proportion for every sivteseaing seven lines. MATCHES TO COME. FEBRUARY. 14,17.— Handicap, 300 yards, for several money prizes, Warren House, Lindley JUoor. 14, 21.— Novice Handicap, 130 yards, for several money prizes, Park Inn Prestwich. 16.— Firsh and Young— to run two miles, £ 5 a side, Victoria Grounds, Leeds. 16,- Newey and Round— 100 yards, £ 5 a side, Yew Tree Gardens, Wall Heath, Dudley. 16.— Beswick and Morton— 2fl0 yards, £ 10 a side, Park Inn, Prestwich. 16.— Landon and Lloyd— 100 yards, 10 a side, Fenton, Staflordshire. 16,— Mills and Mower— to ran a mile, £ 50 a side, Brompton. 16,17.— All England 135 Yards Handicap, £ 10 and other money prizes, Trent Bridge Cricket Ground. 16,17.— Handicap race, 190 yards, for £ 30 in money prizes, Queen's Hotel, Sheffield. 17.— Chorlsworth and Sinkinson— 150 yards, £ 5 a side. St George's Grounds, Honley, Sinkinson to have four yards start inside. 17, 21.— All England Handicap, 110 yards, several money prizes, Victoria Grounds, Leeds. 18— Marsh andMilis— to run a mile, £ 25 a side, Marsh receiving 70 yards start, near Brighton. 21,— Ingham and Sykes— to run a mile, £ 10 a side, Copenhagen Grounds .21,— Race for the Mile and a Half Champion Cup, and £ 25 a side, be- tween E. Mills of London and J. Sanderson of Whitworth, Hyde Park, Sheffield. 21.— Brown and Buckley— 140 yards, £ 25 a side. Old Strawberry Gar- dens, Liverpool. 21— Ashton and Mitchell— 160 yards, £ 20 a side, Salford. 21.— Healy and Holroyd— 180 yards, £ 25 a side, Higginshaw, Oldham. 21.— Longley and Thomson— 880 yards, £ 15 a side, St George's, Honley. 21,— Hortori and Stewart— to walk four miles, Horton to have half a minute start, Garratt- lane. 21,23.— Han icap race, 140 yards, £ 20 and other money prizes, Fenham 23.— Pursei and Wright— 100 yards, £ 10 a side, High Park, Fenton. 23.— Beeby and Burke— 300 yards, £ 25 a side, Fenham Park, . Newcastle, Burke to have four yards start. 23.— Deerfoot to run 11J miles within the hour, for £ 50, Brompton. 23.— Coleman and llolden— to walk five miles round Aston Cross Ground £ 6 a side. 23.— Ground well and Pawson— 150 yards, £ 10 a side, Victoria Grounds, Leeds. 23.— Several races, for a silver cup, silvsr snuff- box, rings, & c, Hackney Wick, for the benefit of H. Andrews. 23 — Bennett and Lund— to run a mile, for £ 25, Hyde Park, Sheffield. 23— Buckley and Whittle— 130 yards, £ 25 a side, Salford, Buckley to have one yard start. 24.— Brighton and Tuck— 880 yards, £ 25 a side, Garratt- lane. 24.— Baron and Giles— 100 yards, £ 5 a side, Brompton. 24.— Crudgington and Riley— 120 yards, £ 10 a side, Wandsworth. 25,— Hatley and Thompson— to run three miles, £ 25 a side, Hackney Wick, Thompson receiving 200 yards start. 28— Medlev andNuttall— 4i0 yards, £ 25 aside, City Grounds, Man- 28.— Davis and Shaw— 120 yards, £ 10 a side, Moss Rose, Mscclesfield. 28.— Lee and Thompson— to run a mile, £ 10 a side, St Thomas's, Stan- ningley. 28.— Proctor and Spence— 120 yards, £ 10 a side, Victoria Grounds, Leeds. 28,— Albison, Mills, Sanderson, and White— to run a mile aud a quar- ter, £ 25 a side and the Champion CUD, Hyde Park, Sheffield. 28.— Bolton and Norris— 120 yards, £ 10 a side, Halshaw Moor, near Bolton. 28, March 2.— All England 120 yards handicap, for money prizes, Dil- lington Park, Barnsley. 28, March 7.— Novice Handicap, 140 yards, for several money prizes, Higginshaw Ground, Oldham. MARCH. 2.— Wilson and Wood— to run half a mile, £ 10 a side, Vctoria Grounds, 2.— Jones aud Rogers— 120. yards, £ 5 a side, Aston Cross. 2.— Holroyd and Spencer— 440 yards, £ 25 a side, City Grounds, Man- 2.— Bolton and Ilackenley— 150 yards, £ 50 a side, St Thomas's Stan- ningley. 2.— Deerfoot and Lang— to run 10 miles, £ 25 a side. Hackney Wick. 2.— Beddow and Nevin— to run for the 400 yards Champion Cup and £ 25 a side, Salford. 2.— Fermoyle and Green— to run a mile, £ 50 a side, Victoria Grounds, 2.— Young Lowe to walk one mile in 8£ minutes, round Aston Cross Grounds, £ 5 a side. 2.— Bland and Smalley— to walk 20 miles, ABton Cross, £ 10 a side. 2.— Myers and Sym— to walk seven miles, £ 50 a side, Garratt- lane. 2.3.— Novice Handicap, 150 yards, £ 12 in money prizes, Hyde Park, Sheffield. 7.— Hogg, Siiaw, and Tlnsley— 200 yards, £ 25 each, Victoria Grounds, Leeds. 7.— Collinson and Hackenley— 160 yards, £ 25 a side, Collinson to receive five yards start, St Thomas's Grounds, Stanningley. 7.— Cox and Whittle— 140 yards, £ 25 a side, Salford. 7.— Hall and Worth— 150 yards, £ 10, Victoria Grounds, Leeds. 7,9.— Handicap race, 335 yards, £ 23 in money prizes, Copenhagen Grounds, Manchester. 9.— Hancock and Mole— 100 yards, £ 25 a side, Salford. 9.— Pearman aud The Londoner— to walk four miles, £ 25 a side, East Hants, Southsea. 8.— Bolton and Goddard— 150 yards, £ 25 a side, St Thomas's, Stan- ningley. 9.— Dean and Littlewood— 120 yards, £ 25 a side, Sheffield. t).— Fermovle and Hay den— to run 10 miles, £ 25 a side, Victoria Grounds, Leeds, Fermoyle to have one lap start. 9.— Deerfoot and Mills— to run ten miles, £ 50 a side, Hackney Wick. 5.— Power aud Yardley— quarter of a mile, £ 5 a side, near Birming- ham, 9.— Fearnley and Jackson— to run from the Oval, Kennington, to Brighton, £ 10 a side, Fearnley to have 10 miles start. 10.— Allen and Stockwell— to walk two miles, £ 10 a side, Brompton. 10.— Several handicaps, for cups, watches, and pins. Hackney Wick. 10,11.— Handicap sweepstakes, £ 3 each, with £ 10 added, Fenham I'ark. 12,14.— Half Mile Handicap. £ 1110a and other money prizes, Victoria Race Grounds, Leeds. 14.— Beddow and Hancock— 180 yards, £ 25 a side, Salford. 14.— Gill and J udson— 160 yards, £ 25 a side, St Thomas's Ground, Stan- ningley. _ , T 14, 21.— Novice handicap, 200 yards, for several money prizes, Park Inn, 16.— Collins and Turner— 440 yards, £ 5 a side, Turner receiving 10 yards start, Garratt- lane. 16.— Miles and Spooner— to walk for three hours, £ 25 a side, Miles re- ceiving one minute and a half start, Brompton. 16,— Clarke and Leader— to run once round the course at Brompton, £ 25 a side, Clarke to have 15 yards start. 16,17.— All England 235 Yards Race, £ 23 in money prizes, Hyde Park, Sheffield. 21,23.— All England Handicap of 100 yards, £ 20 and other prizes, Salford. 23.— Barker and Dulieu— to run five miles, Dulieu to have 550 yards start, £ 15 a side, Hackney Wick. 2S.— Beddow and Hancock— 300 yards, £ 25 a side, Hancock to have three yards start inside, Salford. 30, 31.— Novice handicap, 130 yards, £ 12 In money prizes, Aston Cross. APRIL. 4, 6.— All England Handicap, 125 yards, £ 12 and other money prizes, Victoria Grr unds, Leeds. 6.— Gurley and Yardley— to run a mile, Gurley giving five yards start, 6.— Hilton and Knight— 120 yards, Knight staking £ 50 to £ 40, City Grounds, Manchester. 7.— Roberts and Shaw— to run ten miles, £ 10 a side, Aston Cross, Shaw to have 440 vards start. 11.— Fermoyle and Hayden— to run a mile, £ 25 a side, Victoria Grounds, Leeds. MAY. 2.4.— One Mile Handicap, for a silver cup, value SOgs, and money prizes, Victoria Grounds, Leeds. POST OFFICE ORDERS for Deposits, in which the EDITOR OF BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON is made stakeholder, must be made payable to " WILLIAM CLEMENT," at the Post Office, Strand, and addressed to this office. TRINITY COLLEGE, OXFORD, ATHLETIC SPORTS. The annual athletic sports of the members of this college came off on Bullingdon Green on Saturday, Feb 7, as follows :— Flat race, 100 yards: C. Wyatt Smith 1, T. B. Oldham 2 — High jump : C. Wyatt Smith 1 ( 5ft 2in), G. P. Robertson 2 ( 5ft lin).— Hurdle race, 300 yards, 16 flights : G. P. Robertson 1, H. F. Watling2.— Throwing the hammer: A. R. Poole I ( 62ft 4in), F. H. Bowden Smith 2.— Flat race, quarter of a mile: A. Grant 1, T. B. Oldham 2.— Throwing a cricket ball: G. P. Robertson 1 ( 103 yards), W. B. Allen 2 — Hurdle race, 100 yards, 12 flights: C. Wyatt Smith 1, G. P. Robertson and A. O'Neil 2 — Long jump: C Wyatt Smith 1, A. O'Neil 2.— Flat race, one mile- E. Estridge 1, A. Grant 2.— Steeple chase: A. Grant 1, E. Estridge 2.— Consolation race: Winslow 1, Schneider 2.— Donkey race: J. T. Frerel, Roberts 2. The following gentlemen officiated:— Stewards: Messrs A. R. Poole, F. H. Bowden Smith, and E. Hume. Judge: Mr J. M. Marshall. Clerks of the Course: Messrs C. Morrell and J. C. Parson. PEDESTRIANISM AT HACKNEY WICK J. SHEPHERD OF BETHNAL GREEN AND S. BABKEB OF BIL- LINGSGATE.— On Monday, Feb 9, these pedestrians met on J. Baum's ground to run five miles, for £ 15 a side, Shepherd receiv- ing 200 yards. There was a good attendance to witness the race, and when the referee had been appointed the pedestrians came on the ground, and in taking up their respective positions, Shepherd was placed the allotted distance in advance. The pedestrians had to start by report of pistol, and when the signal had been given they bounded off in good style, and commenced running at a swinging pace. From the moment the pedestrians had fairly settled down to their work it was apparent that Barker was gain- ing on his opponent in a very decided manner, and from the fine turn of speed he displayed his friends became more sanguine than ever as to the result, and backed their man with a good deal of spirit. When the first two miles of the distance had been ac- complished, it was found that Barker had gained fully 50 yards on his opponent, but although Sam had obtained this imjysrtant advantage, still there was yet a formidable gap between them. Throughout the third and fourth miles Barker, notwith- standing the efforts of his competitor, continued to gain upon him; indeed, so much had Sam diminished the space between them, that when the pedestrians passed the re- feree for the commencement of the fifth and last mile Shepherd did not head his man by more than 50 yards. During the per- formance of the last mile Barker still continued to gain upon his opponent, and the match, from the close manner in which the Billingsgate clipper ran up, became extremely exciting. Barker, however, despite the efforts he made, could not succeed in obtain- ing the lead, for at the finish Shepherd went by the goal a winner by 10 yards, so that it will be seen Barker had gained 190 yards out of the 200 allowed Shepherd at start, a proof that in making the match no very great mistake was made in the respective merits of the men. The five miles were run by the winner in 26min 8sec. BRACKELL AND SMITH.— On Tuesday, Feb 10, these men met here to run a mile, for £ 5 a side. The odds were 6 to 4 on Brackell, and on the start being made they went off in good style. After the first half of the distance had been accomplished, Brackell had the race well in hand, and in the last lap Smith was so much dis- tressed that in going round the back of the course he pulled up and resigned, so that Brackell finished by himself. LAWLEY AND ELGIE.— These men ran one mile, for £ 5 a side, at Mr J. C. Baum's, White Lion, Hackney Wick, on Wednesday. The betting was 2 to 1 on Lawley. W. Preston was referee, and the runners started at half- past four o'clock. Elgie led by two yards for a couple ef laps ; in the fourth Lawley increased the pace, ran past his man, and the latter, finding he had no chance, gave up soon afterwards. Lawley thus won at his leisure. PEDESTRIANISM AT BROMPTON. W. LEADER AND J. TUCK.— These pedestrians ( both of Nor- wich) met on Monday, Feb 9, on J. Roberts's ground, to run 500 yards, for £ 50 a side, arrangements having been made for the race to come off in London. The meeting was well attended, although the race did not appear to create any great interest among the spectators. The circumference of this ground is 440 yards, so that the pedestrians had to run once round and a dis- tance of 60 yards. The betting was 6 to 4 on Leader, but there was not much done in the shape of speculation, as the friends of Tuck, although confident, did not evince any particular willingness t « back their man. Both men had been well trained for the event, and were all that could be desired in condition. The race had been announced for four o'clock, and some fifteen minutes after the appointed time the pedestrians came on the ground, Leader being looked after by R. Bunn of Norwich, while the celebrated J, Brighton attended on Tuck. The pedestrians had to go by re- port of pistol, and W. Price was selected starter. All the prepa- raf Try matters being adjusted, the competitors came to the scratch, Leader, who won the toss for sides, having his man on the left hand, so that, as is usual here, the men ran to the right of the course. When the starter had got the pedestrians well together at the mark he took up his position some two or three paces in the rear of them, and then gave the signal. A more even start could not possibly have been made, and the men ran well together for the first 60 yards. As, how- ever, they made the bend of the course opposite the embankment, Leader took the lead by some three- quarters of a yard. In this manner, at a rattling pace, the men continued running until they had nearly reached the top of the course in the back stretch, when Tuck made the most strenuous efforts to wrest the lead from his opponent. Leader, who had still plenty of speed left in him, also put on some additional steam, and, to the satisfaction of his friends, was found to be gradually widening the gap. As the pe- destrians came racing along the straight to the finish, Tuck was a good three yards in the rear, and now it became apparent that Leader had the race well in hand, and must win. Tuck, although he had not the least chance of success, struggled gallantly to the last, Leader, on the termination of the distance, going in a fine winner by five yards, the race having been won in lmin 5sec. The stakes can be received by the winner at our office on Thursday, Feb 19, at twelve o'clock. ROBERTS AND BACON.— Prior to the race between Leader and Tuck, these pedestrians contended for supremacy in a spin of 100 yards, for £ 5 a side, which, after a well- contested struggle, was won by Roberts, who defeated his opponent by a couple of yards. The winner was trained and waited on by J. Oliver, the pedestrian. W. JONES OF ISLINGTON AND CLARKE OF THE GUARDS.— On Tuesday, Feb 10, these pedestrians attended here to run 440 yards, for £ 10 a side, a good muster being present. The odds were 6 to 4 on Clarke, and in arranging the peliminaries Mr T. Thompson was chosen referee. The pedestrians had to start by pistol, and on coming to the mark, both men appeared in excellentcondition. On going off the lead was taken by Jones, who, however, did not hold the advantage long, for Clarke, as they went down the course opposite the railings, closed on his man, and came to the front. The soldier having taken the lead, made the running at a severe space, and until something like three hundred yards of the distance had been covered there was not the least variation in the position of the competitors. Now, however, as they came along the top of the course, Jones, who had been holding himself in re- serve for a grand final effort, put on a fine spurt, and having closed up the gap between himself and opponent, came to the fore in beautilul style. From the moment the soldier had been forced to resign the lead the interest of the race may be said to have terminated, for Jones proved to be so superior in speed that he left his man at every stride more and more in the rear, and went in an easy winner. The stakes can be received by the winner at our office on Thursday, Feb 19, at twelve o'clock. THOMPSON AND WEBB.— These veterans, who some years since were noted as pedestrians, also ran 100 yards, for £ 5 a side, Thompson receiving two yards start. The betting was 2 to 1 on Webb, and after a good race, the men were so well up at the finish that the referee decided it a dead heat. The pedestrians agreed to run off, and after some little time had been allowed them to get rtady, they again came to the mark. Between them another fine race ensued, Webb, who gained on his man from the start, gradually worked his way to the fore, and went in a fine winner by a foot. WEBB AND BERRIDGE.— On Wednesday, Feb 11, these men met on the above ground, to walk one mile for £ 5 a side, Berridge being allowed 35 yards start. The betting was 2 to 1 on Webb. Mr Roberts was chosen referee. The pedestrians had to start by pistol, and on dashing off they went away in good style. Webb, from the commencement, gained rapidly on his man, and had so improved his advantage that on the completion of the first lap they were level. As soon as the second round had been begun Webb took the lead, and now had the match well in hand, for lap after lap he left his man more and more in the rear, and went by the goal an easy winner, the mile being fairly walked by Webb in 8min 45sec, he having no necessity to put the steam on at full pressure while doing the last quarter of a mile. On Monday, Feb 16, those " wonders of creation," E. Mills and C. Mower, w'ill run one mile, for £ 100. Of Mills, suffice it to ob- serve that, of good ones, he is at most distances the best; and Mower has defeated Albison, the Champion Mile Runner, in 4min 24sec, over a course covered with snow; therefore, an extra- ordinary race is certain. To meet the wishes of all, and ensure comfort to the numbers who will attend, the admission ( to this universally admittted the best ground in England) will be Is.— N. B. There is additional accommodation, for the select few who may desire it, in an elevated position, commanding a view of the entire course. The start will take place at five p. m. The Editor of Bell's Life has received the whole of the stakes. SHEFFIELD AND NEIGHBOURHOOD. LITTLEWOOD AND DEAN.— NO RACE.— On Monday, Feb 9, be- tween 600 and 700 spectators, a great number of whom were strangers, assembled at Hyde Park, Sheffield, in the anticipation of seeing a good race between F. Littlewood of Attercliffe and Billy Dean of Sheffield, but we are sorry to say they were doomed to disappointment. From what we could learn, it appears that Dean was " dead amiss," and not fit to run for anything, whilst, on the other hand, Littlewood was flt to run for his life. On the night before the race some doubts were in the different sporting houses expressed that there would be a race on Monday after- noon ; those doubts were somewhat removed from the fact that it became known that the final deposit of £ 75 a side had been made good. Little betting, however, took place, it being, we believe, pretty generally understood Dean meant getting out of the race if possible, owing to there being a slight mistake in the drawing up of the articles; and the stakeholder, Mr W. Peech, not wishing to push matters to extremes, asked the parties, " Are you going to run?'' Littlewood responded, and said " I am ready." Dean said that " if he was compelled, he would go out in his trowsers.'' Eventually Dean agreed to give Littlewood's backer £ 10 to be out of the match, and also staked £ 15 to run the same distance, for £ 25 a side, on a future day. Thaground was cleared, and the com- petitors toed the mark, merely for deceiving the public and getting the gate money. Mr J. Boothroyd was appointed starter. On the pistol being fired, Littlewood went in front, and ran the dis- tance out, Dean running into the house, amidst the jeers of the spectators. We have great pleasure in stating that the proprietor of the ground returned the spectators checks of admission for another day, or to receive the amount in refreshments. ALL ENGLAND 235 YARDS HANDICAP RACE.— Mr W. Pitts, of the Old Black Boy, Bailey- lane, Sheffield, will give £ 23 to be run for on Monday and Tuesday, March 16 and 17, at Hyde Park, Sheffield. Entrance Is 6d, and 2s to accept. All entries to be made as above, or at Hyde Park, on or before Tuesday, Feb 24. Any one entering falsely will be disqualified. 150 YARDS NOVICE HANDICAP RACE AT HYDE PARK, SHEF- FIELD.— Mr W. Pitts, of the Old Black Boy, Bailey- lane, Sheffield, will give £ 12 to be run for on Monday and Tuesday, March 2 and 3. Entrance Is, and 2s to accept. All entries to be made as above, or at Hyde Park, on or before Wednesday, Feb 18. Any one entering falsely will be disqualified. Any one having won £ 15 will not be allowed to run. QUEEN'S HOTEL GEOUNDS.— Acceptances for Messrs C. Whit- worth and H. Phoenix's Great All England 190 Yards Handicap, to be run for at the above grounds on Monday and Tuesday, Feb 16 and 17; first prize £ 25, second £ 4, third £ 1.— First heat, at half- two ( 15 minutes between each heat): Metcalf of Liverpool 41 yards start, W. Webster 44, W. Dean 45, W. Ayes of Intake 45.— Second heat: E. Senior of Skelmanthorpe 42, T. Sherdon of Don- caster 44, G. Reaney 46, S, Somerset 48.— Third heat: J. Knight of Little Moss 38, T. Bolton of Heckmondwike 40, J. Siinmonite 47, J. Hague ( fat) 53.— Fourth beat: J. Turton of Arnold 39, T. Lewis of London 40, G. Bailey of Harvest- lane 46, H. Lee of Crooks 47.— Fifth heat: J. Barnes 41, F. Littlewood of Attercliffe 42, S. Marsland 45, J. Hussic 48.— Sixth heat: T. Croswaite of Leeds 38, R. Price of Middlesborough 44, M. Johnson of Atter- cliffe 49, E. Scott 50.— Seventh heat: W. Almey of Arnold 38, T. Hallam of Arnold 41, 8. Pecket 44, W. Timperley 46.— Eighth heat: W. Wilcock of Red Bank 34, T. Ayes of Intake 40, A. Bam- ber of Manchester 42, J. Parker of Preston 42.— Ninth heat: E. Whittle of Chorley 32, D. Binns of Harding 42, G. Woodcock 44, H. Singleton 47.— Tenth heat: J. Nuttall of Manchester 33, A. Hilton of Ashton 40, J. Boothroyd 50.— Eleventh heat: J. Brit- tain of Hulme 35, H. Webster of Liverpool 37, H. Dodd of Bir- migham 44.— Any man leaving his mark before the pistol is fired will be put back two yards each time. Only one man allowed with each runner. The winners to be drawn the same evening at C. Whitworth's, the Cup Inn, Market- street, Sheffield. THE ONE MILE AND A QUARTER RACE FOR THE CHAMPION CUP AT HYDE PARK, SHEFFIELD.— CHEAP TBIP FROM MAN- CHESTER.— A special train will leave Manchester at one o'clock on Saturday, Feb 28. Tickets, 3s, can be obtained at the follow- ing houses:— J. Holden's, White Lion, Long Millgate, Manches- ter ; G. Hardy's, B. Onley's, H. Bates's, Newton Heath; G. Par- kinson, Three Crowns, Rochdale; and Mr F. Taylor, innkeeper, Glossop. The train will call at Guide Bridge and Glossop. LITTLEWOOD AND DEAN.— These men have staked £ 15 each in the hands of Mr W. Peech of Sheffield to run six score yards, for £ 25 a side, on Monday, March 9. ALL ENGLAND 130 YARDS NOVICE HANDICAP RACE AT HYDE PARK, SHEFFIELD.— Mr J. Kirk, of the Norfolk Arms, Norfolk- street., Sheffield, will give £ 12 to be run for on Monday and Tues- day, March 30 and 31. Entrance Is, and 2s to accept. The en- tries will remain open until March 10. Any one entering falsely will be disqualified. QUEEN'S HOTEL, SHEFFIELD.— On Monday, Feb 9, a race for £ 10 a side took place between H. Harrison of Pontefract and W. Dunbar of Pontefract, the distance being 120 yards. Betting : 6 to 4 and 2 to 1 on Dunbar. Harrison won in a canter by two or three yards. PIGEON SHOOTING.— FROGGATT AND GREGORY.— On Friday, Feb 6, a shooting match, for £ 5 a side, took place on the Hyde Park Ground, at Sheffield, between W. Froggatt ( the champion pigeon shooter) of Sheffield and J. Gregory of Loxley, at 10 birds each, 21 yards rise, lfoz of shot, the rails boundary. Froggatt won, killing 8 to his opponent's 6. On Saturday, Feb 7, a match, for £ 10 a side, took place between Mr J. Woodhead of Bright- side and Mr M. Gregory of Sheffield, at 15 birds each, 21 yards rise, ljoz of shot, and 60 yards fall; Woodhead won, killing 9 out of 13, Gregory 7 out of 14. PIGEON SHOOTING HANDICAP AT HYDE PARK.— Mr Luke Hig- gins, the landlord of the Hen and Chickens, Castle Green, Sheffield, will give £ 2, to be added to the acceptances on Monday, Feb 16, at five birds each, lfoz of shot for single, and lfoz for double guns, Is to enter, 10s to accept. Entries will be received at Mr W. Bailey's, Sportsman's Inn, Langsett- road, near the new barracks. The entry will remain open until twelve o'clock on the day. PIGEON SHOOTING AT BOWLING- GREEN HOTEL, GRIMES- THORPE.— Mr S. Schofield, the landlord of the above house, will give £ 5 to be shot for on Shrove Tuesday, Feb 17, by 20 members, at 5seach. Conditions: 3 birds each, single guns 21 yards, lfoz of shot, double guns 19 yards, lfoz of shot. First bird to be in the trap at one o'clock. RABBIT COURSING AT CREMORNE.— On Monday, Feb 9, Mr J. Barker, of the Greyhound Tavern, Pinfold- street/ Sheffield, gave £ 3 10s to be run for by dogs of all sizes. Entrance 2s 6d each ; dogs not exceeding 17f inches to enter for Is 6d. 36 dogs entered. The first and second" prizes, £ 3 os, were divided between Cope's Bell and Hattersley's Nancy, Ashmore's Spark getting the third money, 5s. RABBIT COURSING AT NEWHALL.— On Monday, Feb 9, Mr J. Phoenix, of the Ball Inn, Pond- street, Sheffield, gave £ 3 10s to be run for by dogs of all sizes. Entrance 3s each ; dogs not exceed- ing 17J inches to enter for 2s. 32 dogs entered. Rabbits free. The prizes " were divided between Harrison's Rose, Taylor's Beeswing, Jackson's Spring, and Booking's Hector. RABBIT COURSING AT NEWHALL.— Mr J. Phoenix, of the Ball Inn, Pond- street, will give £ 3 10s to be run for by dogs of all sizes, on Monday, Feb 16. Entrance 3s each ; dogs under 17fin to enter for 2s. All entries to be made by one o'clock, as above. Rabbits free all through the sweepstake. A good supply of rab- bits now on hand. RABBIT COURSING AT HYDE PARK, SHEFFIELD.— Mr Jas. Boothroyd, the proprietor, will give £ 5 to be run for on Shrove Tuesday. Feb 17, by dogs of all sizes, entrance 3s, dogs not ex- ceeding 17f inches to enter for 2s. Rabbits free after the first round. RABBIT COURSING AT CREMORNE.— Mr J. Barker of the Grey- hound Tavern, Pinfold- street, Sheffield, will give £ 3 10s to be run fer on Monday, Feb 16, by dogs of all sizes. Entrance 2s 6d each; dogs 17fin to enter for Is 6d. To be made as above at one o'clock, and run at two. A good supply of rabbits on hand. PEDESTRIANISM AT BIRMINGHAM AND DISTRICTS. ASTON CROSS GROUNDS.— On Monday, Feb 9, there was a good attendance present, particularly of those from the surrounding dis- tricts, to witness a six score yards match, for £ 5 a side, between S. Walker and R. Knight ( both of Westbromwich). These men have contended together in three previous matches of the like distance, Walker having won the two first matches, and Knight the last, and the men and their friends were each sanguine on the result of the present match, which was exemplified by the bet- ting, Walker's friends laying 5 to 4 on him, which was duly taken by Knight's friends, and just previous to the start even money was laid. The men had carefully trained for the event, and each looked in first- rate trim. Walker was under Totty of Walsall, and Knight under J Dudley. Our correspondent " was referee. The men not getting away at the appointed time, 20 minutes, the referee selected Mr T. Clulee to start them by report of pistol, but they got away without, Walker having the best of the start. A well- contested race the whole distance, Walker just leading, and running in a winner by a quarter of a yard. T. WAREINGAND W. MORRIS.— These men next came to the ground to run an off- hand match, for a purse, 100 yards, Morris giving a start of three yards. Morris's friends made sure of a win, and laid 6 to 4 on him. Our correspondent again acted as referee. The men not going at the appointed time, the referee ordered them to go by report of pistol, at the report of which they got away together. A good race, Wareing dashing along at a good pace, and winning by the distance given him of three yards, evi- dently to the surprise of Morris's friends. YEW TREE GROUNDS, WALL HEATH, DUDLEY.— C. NEWEY AND B. ROUND OF DUDLEY.— We understand that these men have made their money, £ 5 a side, good for their 100 yards race, which comes off at the above grounds on Monday, Feb 16. Men to toe the scratch at half- past two o'clock. P. MARTIN AND S. WRIGHT.— These men run their 100 yards match, for £ 5 a side, at the above grounds, on Monday, Feb 16. The final deposit of £ 2 a side must be made on Saturday evening, Feb 14, to the final stakeholder, Mr B. Hawkins of Wednesbury. The men to toe the scratch at three o'clock. T. ROGERS OF DAISEY BANK AND E. JONES OF WILLENHALL. — These men have signed articles to run six score yards, for £ 5 a side, on Monday, March 2, at Aston Cross Grounds. Mr Stanley is final stakeholder. A further deposit for the same must be made on Tuesday, Feb 17, at Mr Walter's, Old Crown Inn, Daisey Bank. A. AKERS OF BIRMINGHAM AND IKE BAKER OF WESTBROM- WICH.— This six score yards match, for £ 5 a side, which stood to come off at Aston Cross Grounds on Monday, Feb 16, is off, drawn. P. YARDLEY AND G. POWEBS.— These Birmingham men are matched to run a quarter of a mile, for £ 5 a side, on Monday, March 9, on a fair turnpike road, within four miles of Birming- ham. A further deposit to be made on Monday, Feb 16, at Tootel's, the Queen's Head, Howard- place, New Inkley, who is stakeholder and referee. Catlin of Lincoln will run Mordyke of Birmingham one mile round Aston Cross Grounds, and give him 10 yards start, or Draper a quarter or half a mile level, for £ 5 a side. Money ready at Livescn's Spirit Vaults, High- street, Birmingham. Totty of Walsall will run Jones ( alias Brushey) 120 yards on a fair turnpike road, for from £ 10 to £ 25 a side, or will give Fowler of Walsall five yards start in a quarter of a mile, fer £ 5 or £ 10 a side; or will run any man in Walsall ( bar Mole) from 120 yards up to a mile. Money ready at Peacock's, Nelson Inn, New- street, Westbrom wicli. Woodcock ( late of Arnold, now of Birmingham) will run D. Taylor of Coventry six score yards, with three yards start, for £ 10 a side. Money ready at W. Brown's, Barrel Tavern, Handswortto. J. Beet of Birmingham will run Catlin six score yards level, or Beech can be on for the like distance, or will take two yards start in six score of G. Taylor; either match for £ 5 a side. Money ready at Mr Hunt's, Crown and Anchor, Lodge- road, Hockley. D. Taylor of Coventry, in answer to Mole of Walsall, is sur- prised lie should offer three yards start, when his backers offered to give six. If Mole really wants a match, Taylor will take seven yards in 120, and run him for £ 25 a side, or Wright of Sedgley 120 yards level, for £ 10 or £ 20 a side. If a letter is addressed to Taylor, Stoke, Coventry, a match with either may be made. W. Hughes ( late of Worcester, but now of . Birmingham) will run J. Thompson of Birmingham 100 yards, for £ 10 a side. An answer through Bell's Life attended to. J. Weston will run Buck Barlow a quarter of a mile if he will give twenty yards ; or P. Yardley the like distance with 15 yards start; either match for £ 5 or £ 10 a side. An answer through Bell's Life attended to. H. SHAW AND T. ROBERTS.— These Birmingham men must make a further deposit for their 10 miles match on Monday, Feb 16, at J. Bowers's, Dean- street. SMALLEY AND BLAND.— These men also make a further deposit for their 20 miles match at Owen's, the Sportsman's Inn, Willes- street. R. GURLEY AND P. YARDLEY.— This one mile match, for £ 10 a side, is going on between these Birmingham men. They make a further deposit on Monday, Feb 16, at Mr Bromwich's, the Mitre. Moor- street. R. Knight of Westbromwich, not being satisfied with his de- feat, will make afresh match with Walker to run 120 yards level, or will give him one yard start in 200, for £ 5 or £ 10 a side; or will take six yards in 120 of R. Lambert, or will run J. Beesley from six score up to 440 yards, or will run Pigey Hale of Greet's Green 440 yards level, or Wimper of Darlaston 440 yards with 20 yards start, or Darby of Oldbury 120 yards level, either match for £ 5 or £ 10 a side. Money ready any night next week at Dudley's, Crown Tube Works Inn, Wednesbury. J. HOLDEN OF WALSALL AND COLEMAN OF BIRMINGHAM.— The final and last deposit for the five miles walking match, for £ 6 a side, between these men must be made to the final stake- holder ( Mr B. Hawkins of Wednesbury) on Monday, Feb 16, between eight and ten o'clock, when both men will be present, and glad to see their friends. T. Thomas of Tividale begs to inform his pedestrian opponents that he intends in a few weeks to retire altogether, previous to which he will make a match to run B. Asten of Oldbury, Lloyd of Westbromwich, or Webb of Kate's Hill 100 yards level, or will take four yards in 100 of T. J ones ( alias Brustiey) of Bir- mingham. Either match for £ 10 or £ 25 a side. Money ready at Thomas's, Gate Inn, Tividale, or an answer through Bell's Life will be quickly attended to. Colernan ( the Veteran) of Birmingham will walk both the Lowes ( father and son) seven miles each, for £ 5 a side. Money ready at Mr White's, George and Dragon, Barr- street, St George's, at any time. YOUNG LOWE.— The final deposit for the eight miles and a half walking match, for £ 5 a side, must be made good to the final stakeholder ( T. Cooper, Market Tavern, Bell- street, Bull- ring, Birmingham) on Monday, Feb 16. SALFORD BOROUGH GROUNDS. SATURDAY, FEB 7-— A 8PRINT BACKWABDS. — In the locality where the above inuch- frequented pedestrian arena is situated, many people have, of late, gone backwards, and, un- fortunately, been forced in that direction by circumstances over which they had no control, their retrogression being very much against their inclination. Others, it would appear, reverse the order of things in their pastimes, and, as some pedestrians have, during their career, gone forward with very little success, they may possibly imitate the example set them to- day in trying'to achieve triumphs by turning their backs upon their favourite pro- fession. The style of running backwards has evidently been much practised by E. Mills ( alias Nudger) of Rochdale ( who is also a well- known leaper) and T. Johnson of Manchester, who methere this afternoon to contest the distance of 100 yards, for £ 25 a side, though there is a wide disparity, not only in their height, but also in their weight and general appearance, Mills being by far the more athletic man, and probably this fact caused odds to be freely laid on his opponent, who competed under the now. de plume of Johnson. Upwards of 200 visitors assembled to witness the event, and, in consequence of the unavoidable absence of Mr G. Hardy, of the Rising 8un, Manchester ( the stakeholder and selected referee), the latter office was filled by Mr S. Andrew. The betting opened at evens, and closed at 2 to 1 on Johnson. During the ten minutes prescribed in the articles for the men to get off' by mutual consent, some excellent but fruitless efforts were made; and we have seen many pedestrians, even whilst facing the tape, make far worse attempts. The time having elapsed without a start being effected, the referee requested G. Darley of Pendleton to proceed to the scratch and fire the pistol. He having requested the competitors to be steady, and to hold themselves in readiness, the signal was given to go. On starting Mills snatched about three quarters of a yard advantage, and in this order they went along for some distance at a capital pace. When they had gone about half way, however, Johnson turned his head to glance at Mills, who was then a yard in advance, and, after proceeding a few strides further, he ( Johnson) fell about 40 yards from home, and thus Mills finished as he pleased. Though the winner was not headed upon this occasion, still there is little doubt that, had it not been for the contretemps alluded to, the race would have been a remarkably close one. BEDDOW AND WILLCOCK.— When our reporter wrote Mr G. Hardy, of the Rising Sun, Manchester, was in possession of the full amount of the stakes (£ 25 each) for the race of 300 yards for that sum, between G. Beddow of London and W. Wiilcock of Manchester, the latter to have five yards start inside. The contest was fixed for Saturday, Feb 14, at these grounds, the stakeholder having been appointed referee. The pedestrians were to have been on their respective marks at three o'clock. BUCKLEY AND WHITTLE.— J. Buckley of Tonge- lane ( near Middleton) and E. Whittle ef Chorley have now deposited £ 10 each in the hands of Mr G. Hardy of Manchester on account of their match to run 130 yards, for £ 25 a side, here, on Monday, Feb 23, Buckley to have one yard start. Mr Hardy has also been appointed referee. HANCOCK AND BEDDOW.— Mr G. Hardy, of the Rising Bun, Manchester, now holds £ 15 each for the engagement between J. Hancock of Salford and G. Beddow of London to contest the dis- tance of 180 yards, for £ 25 a side, at these grounds, on Saturday, March 14. The stakeholder has been selected to fill the office of referee. MITCHELL AND ASHTON.— The race of 160 yards, for £ 20 a side, between T. Mitchell and A. Ashton ( both of Bolton) is arranged t « come off at these grounds on Saturday, Feb 21, Mr A. At- tenbury, the proprietor, being stakeholder and referee. £ 15 each is now In his hands, and the men are to be on the mark at four o'clock. BOLTON AND NORRIS.— Articles have been signed by J. Bolton and J. Norris ( respectively of Halshaw Moor, near Bolton) to run 1120 yards, for £ 10 a side, here, on Feb 28. The first deposit of £ 1 each has been paid. HANCOCK AND MOLE.— J. Hancock of Salford and G. Mole of Walsall have now handed to Mr A. Attenbury £ 5 each on account of their race of 100 yards, for £ 25 a side, which is to be decided at these grounds on March 9. The stakeholder has also been ap pointed referee. BEDDOW AND HANCOCK — A match has been made between G. Beddow of London and J. Hancock of Salford to run 300 yards, for £ 25 a side, here, on March 28, Hancock to have three yards start inside. £ 1 each has been deposited with Mr A. Attenbury. who has also been selected to fill the office of referee. KIRKIIAM AND SCHOFIELD.— NO RACE.— The match between W. Kirkham of Manchester and W. Schofield of Heywood to run 300 yards, for £ 25 a side, here, on March 9, is off, Kirkham having forfeited. A Great All England Pedestrian Handicap, distance 100 yards, will take place at these grounds on Saturday and Monday, March 21 and 23; flrst prize £ 20, second £ 2, third £ 1; entries Is 6d each, to be made by Feb 24, and acceptances, 2s 6d each, the week fol- lowing, at Mr G. Hardy's, Rising Sun, Swan- street, Manchester ; or at the Borough Inn, Regent- road, Salford. THE CHAMPION WRESTLING CUP.— J. Newton ( alias Teapot) of Btaleybridge and J, Howarth ( alias the Bacup Lad) of Bury have now deposited £ 20 each in the hands of Mr A. Attenbury for their engagement to wrestle two out of three back falls, Lanca- shire fashion, for £ 50 a side and the Champion's Cup, at present held by Newton. The contest is to lake place at these grounds on Saturday, Feb 28, neither man to exceed 7 score 21b weight. Mr Attenbury is also to name the referee. VICTORIA RACE GROUNDS, LEEDS. SATURDAY, FEB 7.— There was a very good attendance here to- day, upwards of 1,200 persons being present to witness the fol- lowing events:— VARLEY AND JUBB.— T. Varley and J. Jubb ( both of Batley) came to scratch to run their match of 150 yards, for £ 10 a side. The betting opened at 5 to 4 on Jubb and closed at 5 to 4 on Var- ley, at which price a large amount of money changed hands. After spending some six or seven minutes at scratch they got well off together, and run very close until within about 30 yards from home, when Varley just got in front and won by three- quarters of a yard. A. PRESTON AND D. THOMPSON.— These men next came to the scratch to run their race of four miles, for £ 25 a side. The betting was 5 and 6 to 4 on Thompson, at which price a great deal of money changed hands. The men got well off at the first attempt, when Preston took the lead and went on at a rattling speed, Thompson keeping close to him until they had run two laps, when he gradually fell farther behind, and when they had gone three rounds Thompson was 40 yards behind, and yet the odds were 6 to 4 on him. Preston still kept gaining ground, and when they had run nine laps, which was half the distance, Thomp- son's party took 22 to 20 to a large sum. The men kept on at undiminished speed until they were running the seventeenth and eighteenth lap, when Thompson put on the steam, but he could not overtake Preston, who went in an easy winner by 50 yards. FISH AND YOUNG.— J. Fish and B, Young have made good their money for their race of two miles, for £ 5 a side, to run on Monday, Feb 16, at the above grounds. Mr Shoesmith's Handicap takes place on Tuesday, Feb 17, and Saturday, Feb 21. PAWSON AND GROUND WELL.— Mr Woolfoot has received articles and first deposit for a match between 8. Pawson of Chappleton and E. Groundwell of Rounday to run 150 yards, for £ 10 a side, here, on Monday, Feb 23. PROCTER AND SPENCE.— Mr Woolfoot. has received the third deposit for this match of 120 yards, for £ 10 a side, to run here on Saturday, Feb 28. HALL AND WORTH.— These men have made another deposit for their match of 150 yards, for£ 10, to run here on Saturday, March7. HAYDEN AND FERMOYLE.— Mr Woolfoot has received another deposit of £ 5 for the race of 10 miles, for £ 25 a side, between B. Hayden and M. Fermoyle, the latter to receive one lap or 387 yards start, to run at the above grounds on Monday, March 9. Mr T. Lamplugh, Star Inn, Mill- street, Leeds, will give £ 1110s for a half mile handicap at the above grounds on the Prince of Wales's marriage day, and Saturday following, March 14. All entries of Is 6d each to be made on or before Tuesday, March 3, and acceptances of Is 6d each the Tuesday following. All entries to be made as above, or at C. Garnett's at the grounds, or at J. Woolfoot's, Harewood Arms, Leeds. WILSON AND WOOD.— J. Wilson and E. Wood have made a match to run half a mile, for £ 10 a side, here, on Monday, March 2. JUMPING.— Mr J. Woolfoot has received articles and a deposit for a match between J. Parker of Woodhouse and R. Hartington of Audenshaw to jump two standing jumps, the latter jump only to count, and be measured, for £ 25 a side. To jump here on Saturday, March 28, COPENHAGEN GROUNDS, MANCHESTER. SATURDAY, FEB 7.— RABBIT COURSING.— The only event here this afternoon which was brought to an issue was a sweepstakes at rabbits, which came off in the presence of a fair number of the ad mirers of the sport. The number of quadrupeds entered was 22, and, after some good sport, Shaw's Poll proved the winner of the flrst prize, Wild's Spark running up. MONDAY.— MATCH AT RABBITS.— To- day having been agreed upon for the contest at rabbits between S. Hall's Vic and J. Hibbert's Gip, about 300 persons visited the grounds. The con- ditions of the contest were that it should be for £ 20 a side, the best of 21 courses, 50 yards law, each animal to weigh less thati 241b weight. So closely was the last- named clause adhered to, that there was not an ounce difference when they were brought to scale, and the betting on the result was more than usually brisk. Speculation at the commencement was at 5 to 4 on Gip, but, as will be seen from the appended score, Vic ( who is a superior animal in this pastime) gained an easy victory. Gip caught the second, fourth, seventh, ninth, and twelfth, whilst Vic secured the first, third, fifth, sixth, eighth, eleventh, twelfth, thirteenth, fourteenth, fifteenth, and sixteenth; Vie, therefore, won the match by six. Mr Hayes filled the office of referee. PEDESTRIANISM.— The match between those two " old stagers," Charley Sykes and J. Ingham ( respectively of Manchester), to traverse the distance of one mile, for £ 10 a side, at these grounds, is fixed for Saturday, Feb 21, Mr T. Finch of that city being stake- holder and referee. £ 5 each is now in his hands, and both vete- rans seem determined to " screw their courage to the sticking point," to do battle on the occasion. The final deposit was to have been staked in Mr Finch's hands on Saturday, Feb 14. Entry for the 335 Yards Handicap on Saturday and Monday, March 7 and 9. First prize £ 20, second £ 2, third £ 1.— W. Fish of Royton scratch, J. Nuttall of Manchester 30 yards start, J. Booth of Newton 34, W. Brown of Manchester 38, T. Wright of Sedgley 40, J. Britton of Hulme 46, J. Broadmeadow of Stockport 48, J. Taylor of Newton 52. S. Grimshawof Stockport 49, W. Jackson of Newcastle 4- 5, W. Schofield of Heywood 42, W. Heap of Taun- ton 46, T. Jones of Birmingham 44, " H Webster of Liverpool 44, E. Cooper of Birmingham 44, J. Hancock of Stretford 48. J. Johnson of Stretford 48, T. Johnson of Middleton 54, D. Hey of Kirkheaton 47, J. Howard of Bury 56, T. Shelmerdine of Man- chester 54, J. Outram of Manchester 44, A. Peake of Manchester 55, J. Ashton of Hollinwood 56, T. Biggers of Newcastle 50, W. Dalton of Carlisle 52, J. Clegg of Milnrow 55, R. Randle of Bir- mingham 43, E. Markham of Ardwick 49, G. Collier of Bury 58, M. Oram of Manchester 56, J. Andrew of Millbrook 50, J. Hallam ef Arnold 54, J., P. Green of Manchester 50, H. Wild of Oldham 59, T. Atkinson of Salford 57, E. Thornley of Hebers 50, W. Brad- dock of Stockport 54, P Stapleton of Staleybridge 46, E. Healey of Rochdale 46, A. Ashton of Bolton 49, S. Ogden of Rochdale 56, E. Mills of Rochdale 50, J. Armitage of Crompton 50, J. Ingham of Hulrne 54, M. Burke of Salford 54, R. Medley of Burnley 36, W. Hackenley of Bradford 47, J. Helme of Bradford 59, S. Brookes of Dukinfiela 60, T. Scanlan of Manchester 59, A. Hardman of Middleton 60, J. Buckley of Taunton 64, T. Howard of Failsworth 65, R. Taylor of Tonge 63, W. Greenhalgh of Bury 59, J. Green- field of Manchester 6- 3, W. Mullan of Manchester 57, 8. Howard of Manchester 59. T. Hough of Willenhall 54, Job Smith of Hulme 65, J. Isherwood of Manchester 68, M'Donald of Crumpsall ( old) 68, H. Hayes of Manchester ( lad) 70. H. Singleton of Manchester 63, M. Almey of Arnold 47. Acceptances, 2s 6d each, to be made on or before Tuesday, Feb 17, at the grounds. Stamps as cash. PIGEON SHOOTING.— A match has been agreed upon between Messrs J. Buckley and 8. Wood ( both of Saddleworth) to shoot at 25 birds each, for £ 25 a side, lfoz shot, 21 yards rise, and 80 boundary, to find birds and trap for each other. The match is to come off at these grounds on March 14, and on account of it Mr Hayes, who has been appointed stakeholder and referee, holds £ 10 each. WRESTLING.— J. Chadwick of Burnley and T. Isherwood of Quereton have signed articles to wrestle two out of three back falls, in the Lancashire style, at catch weights, for £ 25 a side, here, on March 21, Mr Holder, to be stakeholder and Mr Hayes referee. The first deposit of £ 1 each has been paid, which was to have been increased to £ 5 a side on the 14th inst. WRESTLING.— Mr Hayes has now received £ 10 each on account of the match between J. Bentley of Oldham and J. Meadowcroft of Radcliffe to wrestle two out of three back falls, for £ 25, here, on Saturday, Feb 28. Bentley is to compete at 6 score 61b, and Meadowcroft at 6 score 41b; the stakeholder to act as referee. CLOUGH AND BUCKLEY.— No MATCH.— The engagement en- tered into between J. Clough ( alias Robin) of Hollinwood and E Buckley of Millbottom to wrestle, for £ 25 a side, at these grounds, on Saturday, March 28, is void, Buckley having forfeited £ 1. GREAT SWEEPSTAKES AT RABBITS.— A great sweepstakes at rabbits, of £ 1 each, with £ 2 added, for dogs of all weights, will take place at these grounds on Monday, Feb 23. To run two out of three courses, and finally three out of five. Entry for dogs under 221b weight 10s each. RABBIT SWEEPSTAKES.— A sweepstakes for d « gs of all weights will come off at these grounds on Tuesday, Feb 17, for prizes amounting to £ 3. To commence coursing at two o'clock. HAREWOOD ARMS, LEEDS, AND NEIGHBOURHOOD. PEDESTRIANISM.— HACKINGLEY AND BOLTON.— Mr J, Kellett has now received £ 25 a side for the 150 yards match between Hackingley of Bradford and Bolton of Heckmondwike, for £ 50 a side. To be run at St Thomas's Grounds, Stanningley, on Monday, March 2. BOLTON AND GODDARD.— These men run at these grounds, for £ 25 a side, on Monday, March 9. WOODROW AND SHARP.— These men met at St Thomas's Grounds, Stanningley, on Saturday, Feb 7, and ran once round the grounds, for £ 10 a side, Woodrow having 20 yards start. There was a fair atttendance, amongst whom a large amount of money was bet, previous to and during the race, which was ultimately won by Woodrow. JUMPING.— Mr Woolfoot, Leeds, has received articles and the first deposit for a match between R. Artington of Audenshaw and J. Parker of Woodhouse to jump two standing jumps, the last jump only to be measured from last heel to last heel, for £ 25 a side. To jump at Victoria Race Ground, Leeds, on Saturday, March 28. KNUR AND SPELL.— FARRAH AND ROBINSON.— Mr Woolfoot has now received £ 20 a side for the knur and spell match, between Jonah Farrah of Batley and E. Robinson of Dewsburv, for £ 25 a side, which is fixed to come off on Saturday, Feb 21," at the Car- digan Arms, Leeds. TAYLOR AND DENISON.— A match has been made to play a game at knur and spell, for £ 10 a side, between W. Taylor of Bramley and J. Denison of Rodley, to play 30 rises each, with wooden heads, and wooden knurs. £ 1 a side is now down in the hands of Mr Woolfoot, which is to be made into £ 5 a side, on Sa- turday, Feb 21. To play at the Cardigan Arms, Leeds, on Mon- day, March 9. SUTCLIFF AND PEARSON.— The match at knur and spell, be- tween W. Sutcliff ( alias Bill at Mount) and Job ( alias Nelly Pearson), for £ 25 a side, is progressing, and is fixed to be played at the Cardigan Arms, Leeds, on Monday, March 2. RABBIT COURSING.— Mr J. Woolfoot, Harewood Arms, Leeds, has received articles and £ 1 a side, which is to be made into £ 5 a side on Tuesday, Feb 17, for a rabbit coursing match between J. Kenyon's bitch Fly of Brighouse and F. Sheppard's dog Crumb of Cleckheaton to run the best of 21 courses, for £ 10 a side, at the Cardigan Arms, Leeds, on Saturday, Feb 28. Each party to pro- duce 14 live wild rabbits to the satisfaction of the referee. The remainder of the stakes to be deposited at the house of Mr Wool- foot not later than twelve o'clock on the day of running. SNOB AND BESS.— The deposits due for the match, for £ 20 a side, between F. Whiteley's dog Snob of Brighouse and 8ol. Eastwood's bitch Bess, the latter having two dead rabbits allowed in the best of 21 courses, which is fixed to come off at the Cardi- gan Arms, Leeds, on Saturday, Feb 28, have been made good, Mr Woolfoot being stakeholder and referee. DAZZLER AND FLY.— Mr G. Bennett, Stanningley, has received articles and the first deposit, for a match to run the best of 15 courses at rabbits, 45 yards law, between H. Field's dog Dazzler and J. Brooks's bitch Fly, for £ 10 a side; to be run at 8t Tho- mas's Grounds, Stanningley, on Monday, March 2. BRANNAN AND KETTLEDRUM — On Monday, Feb 9, there was a very large attendance at St Thomas's Grounds, Stanningley, to witness the match between Schofield's dog Brannan and Mason's dog Kettledrum, which had been matched to run the best of 21 courses at rabbits, for £ 10 a side, Kettledrum being allowed a dead rabbit. There was a large amount of speculation on the. event, Brannanbeing the favourite, at 5 tof4. The match was one of the best on record; they got rabbit for rabbit until they had each got seven courses, and were equal when they had run 20 courses. Therefore, it came to the dog who got the last course to be winner of the match, and a well contested course it was, both dogs being at the rabbit, which was caught by Brannan, who won the match. LILL AND LADY.— The deposits due for the match between W. Sunderland's bitch Lill and J. Pollard's bitch Lady, to run the best of 15 courses at rabbits, for £ 10 a side, have been made good. It is fixed to come off on Tuesday, Feb 17, at the Cardigan Arms, Leeds. CANINE.— MYRTLE AND FLORA.— A match has been made for Tattersall's bitch Myrtle and J. Bonas' bitch Flora to run 200 yards, for £ 10 a side, for which is now deposited £ 2 a side. To run at 8t Thomas's Grounds, Stanningley, on Saturday, Feb 28. CITY GROUNDS, MANCHESTER. SATURDAY, FEB 7.— WRESTLING.— A match, for £ 10 a side, came off here this afternoon, between H. Counsel ( alias Bordy) of Bury and A. Southern of Dukinfield, two back falls out of three, in the Lancashire style, neither man exceeding 6 score 61b weight. These athletes have not as yet exhibited any great display of skill in the wrestling arena, though we saw Counsel ( who is a powerful young man) contend a short time ago upon another ground, in an off- hand match, for a small sum, against T. Schora of Ashton, on which occasion he proved successful. The betting to day was 2 to 1 on Counsel, who won very easily by throwing Southern twice in succession, both rounds occupying less than eight minutes. PEDESTRIANISM.— J. Helme and J. Neary ( each of whom is resident near Manchester) entered the course to run a quarter of a mile, for £ 10 a side, odds of 3 to 1 being laid on Neary, but little speculation took place. The race may be briefly described, inasmuch as from flrst to last the favourite had the event in hand, and won as he pleased. G. Beddow, the 400 Yards Champion pe- destrian, discharged the duties of referee. NUTTALL AND MEDLEY.— These men have now staked £ 15 each in Mr Holden's hands for their race of 440 yards, for £ 25 a side, which is to be decided here on Feb 28. The final deposit is to be paid on the day of running, and Mr Holden has been ap pointed referee. HILTON AND KNIGHT.— For this contest of 120 yards, in which Knight stakes £ 50 to £ 40, Mr Holden has received £ 10 and £ 8 respectively. The race is to come off here on April 6, and £ 5 to £ 4 more is to be put down on Feb 16. HOLROYD AND SPENCER.— The date of the contest of 440 yards, for £ 25 a side, between these pedestrians, has been changed from Feb 28 to March 2. No RACE BETWEEN WHITTLE AND KNIGHT.— This match, which was to run 150 yards, for £ 25 a side, here, on March 14, is off, Knight havin? forfeited £ 1. RABBIT COURSING.— On account of the match between W. Bingham's Dinah of Manchester and T. Ramsbottom's Fan of Bagslate, 11 out of 21 courses, 55 yards law, for £ 10 a side, Mr Halden held £ 5 each. The contest was to take place here on March 14. Fah to have two rabbits given. CANINE.— Mr Holdeu now holds £ 2 each for the race of 200 yards between R. Berry's Mew and J. Heaton's Gip, for £ 10 a side, which is to come off' here on March 7. £ 2 each more was to have been staked on Feb 14. well together, Kershaw having 10 yards start; Haigb, however, soon caught him, and went in an easy winner by about six yards. S. Charlsworth of High Town and B. Sinkinson of Little Town are matched to run 150 yards, for £ 5 a side. £ 4 is already down in the hands of J. Haigh, who is to be final stakeholder and re- feree. To run here on Tuesday, Feb 17, Sinkinson to have four yards start inside. J. Haigh begs to inform the public generally that he has put his handicap off another week, to enter up to Tuesday, Feb 17, and to run as before, and the usual conditions will be strictly ad- hered to. Stamps as cash. SNIPE INN, AUDENSHAW. SATURDAY, FEB 7.— DOG HANDICAP.— There was a fair at- tendance of visitors at these grounds this afternoon to witness the trial heats of the dog handicap, 200 yards, for a silver watch and money prizes. The following was the result of each tie, viz:— Cheetham's Vic beat Gledill's Mischief by one yard, Bowker's Protest beat Cavanna's Spring by one yard, Lawton's Lady beat Garner's Catch by one yard, Gorton's Guest beat Buckly's Vic by seven yards, Winterbottom's Fly beat Dyke's Gip by two yards, Ogden's Spring beat Schofield's Flint by half a yard, Wood's Net- tle walked over, Waterhouse's Lill beat Sutton's Lucy, Hibbert's Posey walked over, Schora's Spring beat Fielding's Virgin by one yard, Newton's Pink beat Street's Bess by six yards, Schofield's Spot beat Prestwich's Prince by eight yards, Yates's Alice walked over, Warren's Jerry walked over, Heaton's Nell beat Hardy's Fan by half a yard, Stevenson's Nancy walked over, Barton's Catch beat Wild's Prince, Beaver's Spring beat Marsh's Luna, Hadfield's Diamond walked over, Schofield's Vengeance beat Wood's Flora by three yards. MONDAY, FEB 9 — The attendance here to- day was not so numerous as on Saturday to witness the deciding heat for the dog handicap. VVe cannot spare room to give full particulars, but in the deciding heat Violet beat Spring by a yard and a half; Posey three yards behind. HOLROYD AND CONSTANTINE.— Mr E. Bancroft now holds £ 5 each for the match between these men to jump at run seven hops and a jump, for £ 10 a side, here, on Saturday, Feb 28, Constantine to receive 32in start. A further deposit of £ 2 each was to be paid on Saturday, Feb 14. WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIP.— Mr J. HoMen now holds £ 10 each on account of the match between W. Schora of Ashton and J. Meadowcroft cf Ratcliffe to wrestle the best of three back falls, for £ 25 a side and the Champion cup, now held by Schora. To come off' here on Saturday, March 7. A further deposit of £ 5 each is to be staked on Monday, Feb 16. CITY GROUNDS, QUARRY GAP, BRADFORD. MONDAY, FEB 9.— PIGEON SHOOTING.— There was a large attendance at these grounds to- day, to witness a pigeon shooting match, for £ 20 a side, between J. Tolson of Bradford and R. Naylor of Dewsbury. The conditions were 15 birds each, 21 yards rise, 60 boundary, lfoz of shot. Naylor was the favourite, and was freely backed at 5 to 4. A large amount of money was bet both upon the match and upon each shot. Naylor gave a dead bird, and when they had shot at 14 birds each, it was found that Naylor could not win, therefore the match was cloised. Tolson killed 11, Naylor 10. SMITH OF KILWICK AND ROBSON OF BLAYDEN.— These men, who are matched to shoot here on Monday, Feb 16, for £ 25 a side, at 25 birds each, 21 yards rise, 60 boundary, lfoz of shot, each man's gun to rest upon a table 30 inches high until the bird takes wing, have each deposited £ 5 with Mr Hardy; the remainder of the stakes to be made good by twelve o'clock en the day of shoot- ing, and to commence shooting at one o'clock. RABBIT COURSING.— A match has been made to run the best of 15 courses, at rabbits, for £ 10 a side, between Lee's bitch Gip and Hurst's bitch Gip, to be run at these grounds, on Saturday, Feb 21, for which Mr Hardy has received £ 2 10s a side. KNUR AND SPELL.— Mr J. Kellett has received articles and the first deposit for a match at knur and spell, 30 rises each, for £ 25 a side, between J. Walmsley of Kilwick and J. Robinson of Thorn- ton ; to be played at these grounds on Saturday, Feb 28. KAY AND NEWBY.— Mr Hardy has received £ 5 a side for these Bradford men to play 30 rises each, for £ 20 a side, to be played at these grounds, under the new rules of these grounds, on Satur- day, March 7. ST GEORGE'S RACE GROUND, HONLEY. Dan Thomson of Dewsbury and W. Longley of Mill Brigg are matched to run 880 yards, for £ 15, open for £ 25. £ 8 a side is already down in the hands of J. Haigh, the proprietor of the ground, who is to be final stakeholder and referee. To run on Saturday, Feb 21. The whole of the money is to be staked on the day of the race. V. Kershaw of Huddersfield and J. Haigh of Paddock decided their race on Saturday Feb 7, when about one thousand specta- tors were present to witness the race. A good deal of money was invested at 5 to 4 on Haigh, and about half- past four they toed their marks, and a good start was effected, both men getting off HIGGINSHAW GROUNDS, OLDHAM. PEDESTRIANISM.— P. Holroyd of Mirfield and E. Healey of Rochdale have staked £ 1- 5 each with Mr Holden for their race of 13 > yards, for £ 25 a side, which is to be decided at these grounds on Saturday, Feb 21. The stakeholder has been appointed referee, and the men are to be on the mark at four o'clock. NOVICE HANDICAP.— Mr J. Chadwick ( the proprietor) will give £ 2 10s to be run for by novices who never won above £ 10, on Saturday, Feb 28, and Saturday, March 7, distance 140 yards. Entries Is each ( no acceptance; by Tuesday, Feb 24, at Mr Wild's, Werneth; Mr Seville's and Mr Stephenson's, Oldham; Mr Hitchen's, Side of Moor; or at the grounds. WRESTLING.— J. Bromley and J. Buckley ( both of the neigh- bourhood of Oldham) have now deposited £ 2 each in the hands of Mr G. Turnough, of the Conquered Bear, Greenacres Hill, for their match to wrestle two out of three back falls, Lancashire fashion, for £ 10 a side, here, on Monday, Feb 23. £ 1 each more was to have been put down on Saturday, Feb 14. CLAYTON AND WILD.— NO MATCH.— The wrestling contest, for £ 10 a side, between these men, fixed for Saturday, Feb 28, is off, Clayton having forfeited. PARK INN GROUNDS, PRESTWICH^ MANCHESTER. SATURDAY, FEB 7.— DOG HANDICAP — The deciding heats for this handicap came off'this afternoon, in the presence of 300 or 400 persons. The first prize of £ 5 was won by a yard and a half by Sally's Alice of Bury, the second by Nuttall's Nigger of Radcliffe, and the third by Holden's Alice of the same village. A novice handicap, distance 200 yards, will come off at these grounds on Saturdays, March Hand 21. First prize£ 2, second 10s, third 5s. Entrance Is each, no acceptance, to be paid by Tuesday, March 10, at the grounds, or at Mr Holden's, Manches- ter. Stamps as cash. Any one entering falsely will be disqualified. A race of 100 yards, between F. Wicks and T. Burton of Somers Town, took place on Tuesday, Feb 10, at the Fishmongers' Arms, Green Lanes, Tottenham. Burton got the best of the start by a yard, but at 50 they were shoulder to shoulder, when a most ex- citing race took place. They were so close together, many thought it a dead heat. On appealing to the referee ( Dick Rogers), he decided Burton the winner. There was a large muster of the ad mirers of each man, and a deal of money changed hands. Acceptancesfor Messrs Sterlingand Emmerson s All England 140 Yards Handicap, to be run at Fenham Park Ground, Newcastle, on Saturday and Monday, Feb 21 and 23. First prize £ 20, second £ 4, third £ 1.— Heat 1: R. Cuthbertson of Newcastle 21 yards start, E. Summers ditto 21f, P. Keenen ditto 21f, J. Anderson of Gateshead 19.— Heat 2: J. Fenton of Birtley 22, R. Hepton of Newcastle 20, L. Morris ditto 20, D. Corregan ditto 18.— Heat 3: J. Meek of Gateshead 19, W. Clarke of Newcastle 22, H. Hudson ditto 22. R. Railton ditto 20.— Heat 4: G. Wilson of Newcastle 22, D. Lynch of Tipton 14f, T. Bright of Ouseburn 19, W. Crisp of Newcastle 25.— Heat 5: B. Henderson of Gateshead 22, G. Willcox of Alnwick 19, W. Brown of Shields 19, W. Westgarth of Moors- ley 16f — Heat 6: G. Atkinson of Leamington 21, A. Crudgington of London 14, R. Robinson of Sunderland 20, J. Hogg of Gates- head 16.— Heat 7: W. Carr of Newcastle 21f, D. Robson ditto 21, J. Morrison ditto 22, W. Bell of Felling 22.— Heat 8: J. Phillip- son of Newcastle 15, W. Wilson of Blaydon 20. W. Blacklock of Bell's Close 20, T. Robinson of Newcastle 22.— Heat 9: W. Jobson of Newcastle 23, R. Jackson ditto 21f, J. Scott of Wellington 20, W. Green of Spennymeor 19.— Heat 10: T. Watson of Newcastle 22, J, May ditto 23, J. Parker of Preston 18, W. Reay of Blaydon 21f.— Heat 11: W. Clarke of Newcastle 20, R. Rutter of Blaydon 20, G. Laycock of Newcastle 22, G. Harvey of Leadgate 20.— Heat 12: A. Fawcett of Kenton 19, C. Millar of Gateshead 20, E. Sterling ditto 23.— Heat 13: T. Lisle of Felling 20, J. Fife of Newcastle 22, J. Bramhall of Dunstan 20 — Heat 14: C. Herron of Framwellgate 21, R. Bullerwell of Stella 17, G. Wood of Blaydon 17.— Heat 15: T. Forster of Leens 19, R. Tweddle of Dun- stan 22, J. Burnhope of Boldon 15f.— Heat 16: F. Watson of Sunder- land 21, J. Lowes of Newcastle 20, H. Taylor of Derwenthaugh 23.— Heat 17 : W. Straker of Newcastle 16. R. Oswald ditto 19, T. Cawton of Winlaton 21.— Heat 18: T. Tait of South Shields 22, C. Booth of Leeds 19, T. Madgin of Olston Moor 20. Any man leaving his mark before the pistol is fired to be put one yard back each time. Any man entering falsely will be disqualified. The winner of any handicap after Feb 2, to be put two yards back. T. Wright of Fenton and H. Pursell of Stoke are matched to run 100 yards, for £ 10 a side, at High Park Ground, Fenton, on Monday, Feb 23, to start by mutual consent, if not off' in 15 minutes to go by report of pistol, to run between one and three o'clock. S. Bridgwood of Longton to be stakeholder and referee, in whose hands are'already deposited £ 2 10s a side, to be made into £ 5 a side on Monday, Feb 16, at G. Evans's, Sea Lion, Stoke, and the remainder, £ 5 a side, to be paid on Saturday, Feb 21, at F. Hancock's, Shakspear, Fenton. PRINCE OF WALES'S WEDDING DAY AT HACKNEY WICK, MARCH 10.— A 200 Yards Handicap, for a silver watch ; second prize, a gold breast pin; also, a One Mile Handicap, for men who never won £ 5, for a silver cup, second 10s, third 5s ; and the Great Three Mile Handicap, open to all, for a silver cup, second £ 1, third 10s. Entrance for each race Is, and acceptance Is. En- tries to be made by Monday, Feb 23, at Jesse Smith's, Peacock, Maiden- lane, Covent- garden, or at the grounds. J, Shaw of Northallerton, J. Hogg of Gateshead, and" W. Tinsley of Witton Gilbert have now deposited £ 10 each in'the hands of Mr Young, who is final stakeholder and referee, for their race of 200 yards, for £ 25 each, the winner to receive £ 75. To take place at the Victoria Grounds, Newcastle, on March 7. To start by report of a pistol, and any man leaving his mark before it is fired to be put back one yard each time. All are in active training, and a clipping race is anticipated. FENHAM PARK GROUNDS. - ALL ENGLAND 440 YARDS SWEEP- STAKES.— Messrs Sterling and Emmerson will give £ 10. to be added to a Handicap Sweepstakes of £ 3 each in case of acceptance, and limited to 30 yards start, to be run for on Tuesday and Wed- nesday, March 10 and 11. Entrance, 2s 6d each, to be made to Mr R. Sterling, Fighting Cocks Inn, Bigg Market; or Mr Em- merson, Cowgate, on or before Feb 23. Acceptances to close on March 4, at six p. m.; eight to accept, or no race. BUCKLEY AND BROWN.— J. Buckley of Tonge- lane, near Mid- dleton, and W. Brown of Manchester have now staked £ 10 each in the hands of Mr Holden on account of their race of 140 yards, for £ 25 a side, which is fixed for Saturday, Feb 21, at the Old Strawberry Gardens, Liverpool. £ 5 each more was to have been put down on Saturday, Feb 14. The stakeholder has been ap- pointed referee, and the pedestrians are to be on the mark at half- past four o'clock. Mr J. Kellett of Low Moor has received articles and £ 5 a side for a race of 200 yards, for £ 25 a side, between W. Hackenley of Bradford and T. Collinson of Bradford Moor, Collinson to re- ceive five yards start. The next deposit of £ 5 a side is to be made on Saturday, Feb 21, to be made into £ 15 a side on Saturday, Feb 28, and the remaining £ 10 a side on the day of running. The race to come off at 8t Thomas's Ground, Stanningley, on Saturday, March 7. GREAT ALL ENGLAND HANDICAP FOOT RACE, AT DILLING- TON PARK, BARNSLEY.— Mr J. Rimington will give £ 6 to be run for on Saturday and Monday, Feb 28 and March 2, distance 120 yards. Entrance 6d each, and Is to accept. All entries to be made to Mr J. Rimington, Omar Pasha Inn, WelliDgton- street, Barnsley, on or before Feb 17, and acceptances the week follow- ing. Any one entering falsely will be disqualified. Stamps re- ceived as cash. HACKNEY WICK RACE GROUNDS.— On Monday, Feb 23, the following races will take place for the benefit of H. Andrews :— A One Mile Handicap, for novices who never won £ 1, for a gold ring .; a Three Mile Walking Handicap, for a silver snuffbox ; also a Six Mile Handicap, for a silver cup. Entrance for each race Is, to be made at the grounds, or at S. Barker's, Queen Cathe- rine, Ann- street, Pollard's- row, Bethnal Green, byTuesday, Feb 17. L. Dearden of Burnley and T. Jarratt of Heywood are matched to jump at running hop, two strides, and jump, for £ 15 a side. £ 1 a side is now down ; to be made into £ 5 on Feb 14, £ 10 a side on the 21st, £ 15 a side on the 28th, and to jump at Glenview Grounds, Burnley, on March 7 ; to be on the mark at four o'clock. J. Holden to be stakeholder and referee. Mr J. Kellett of Low Moor has received the second deposit of £ 20 a side for the race between T. Bolton of Heckmondwike and W. Hackenley of Bradford to run 150 yards, for £ 50 a side, at St Thomas's Grounds, Stanningley, on Monday, March 2; the remaining £ 25 a side to be put down before three o'clock on the day of running. BRIGHTON AND MACE.— A match has been made between J. Brighton of Norwich and Jem Mace ( ex- Champion of England) to run 880 yards, Mace receiving 50 yards start. The day is not named. We have received £ 1 a side, and a further deposit is to be made on Friday, Feb 20. MILES AND SPOONER.— A match has been made between these men to walk for three hours, Miles receiving one minute and a half start, for £ 25 a side, on Monday, March 16, at Brompton. We have received £ 2 10s aside, and a similar deposit is to be sent Feb 20. COLLINS AND TURNER.— These men are matched to run 440 yards, Turner receiving 10 yards start, for £ 5 a side, on Monday, March 16, at Garratt- lane. We have received £ 1 a side, and a similar deposit is to be made at Mr Kendall's, Plough, Battersea- rise, Feb 16. FEARNLEY AND JACKSON.— A match has been made between these men to run from the Oval, Kennington, to the King and Queen, Brighton, Fearnley receiving 10 miles start, for £ 10 a side, on Monday, March 9. We have received articles, with £ 4 a side, and the next deposit of £ 2 a side is to be sent Friday, Feb 20. 100 MILES IN 10 HOURS.— A gentleman has laid £ 20 that he finds a man and a boy ( not 15) to walk 100 miles between them in 10 hours. To come off on the East Hants Grounds, Ports- mouth, on Monday, March 2. PEARMAN AND THE LONDONER.— These men have now staked £ 15 a side. Another deposit cf £ 5 each must be sent on Monday, Feb 23. They walk four miles, for £ 2- 5 a side, at the East Hants Grounds, Portsmouth, on Monday, March 9. MESSRS STUART AND HORTON.— These amateurs are matched to walk four miles, at Garratt- lane Grounds, at four o'clock on Saturday afternoon, Feb 21, Mr Stuart allowing Mr Horton half a minute start. BRIGHTON AND TUCK.— A match has been made between these men to run 880 yards, for £ 25 a side, on Tuesday, Feb 24, at Garratt- lane. We have received £ 10 a side, and the remaining £ 15 a side is to be sent on Thursday, Feb 19. BARON AND GILES.— These men are matched to run 100 yards, for £ 5 a side, at Brompton, on Tuesday, Feb 24. We have re- ceived £ 2 a side, and the remainder is to be sent on Friday, Feb 20. BARKER AND DULIEU.— For this match there is now £ 2 10s a side down, and the next deposit of the same amount is to be made at Mr Durell's, Queen's Head, High- street, Mile End New Town, Feb 18. CLARK AND LEADER.— A match has been made between these men to run once round the Brompton Ground, Clark receiving 15 yards, on Monday, March 16, for £ 25 a side. We have received £ 5 a side, and a similar deposit is to be sent Feb 20. THE TEN MILE CHAMPION CUP.— VV. Lang of Middlesboro' and J. Brighton of Norwich are matched to run for this trophy. £ 2 a side is staked, which is to be made into £ 5 a side on Friday, Feb 20, when they draw up articles. HATLEY AND THOMPSON.— These men have agreed to walk their three miles match, the latter receiving 200 yards start, for £ 25 a side, at Hackney Wick, on Wednesday, Feb 25, instead of at Horley, the roads being in a bad state; Hatley allowing expenses. ALLEN AND STOCKWELL.— These men are matched to walk two miles on Tuesday, March 10, at Brompton, for £ 10 a side. We have received £ 2 10s a side, and a similar deposit is to be made Feb 20. DEERFOOT AND LANG.— For this match we have received a further sum of £ 5 a side, and a similar deposit is to be made Feb 20. DEERFOOT AND TIME.— For this match we have received a further £ 10 a side, and the final deposit of the same amount is to be sent Feb 20. MYERS AND SYM.— For this match we have received a further sum of £ 5 a side, and a similar deposit is to be made on Friday, Feb 20. DEERFOOT AND MILLS.— For this match we have received a further sum of £ 5 a side, and a similar deposit is to be sent on Friday, Feb 20. CRUDGINGTON AND RILEY.— We have received a further sum of £ 1 10s on the part of Crudgington. J. Miles of Brixton wishes to make a match with Seel of Staley- bridge for the handicap walking belt and £ 25 a side. Miles hopes Seel will at once come to terms, or return the belt either to Bell's Life or to Mr Garratt of Garratt- lane. If Seel is agreeable, Brown of Kensington can join; the winner to take the £ 75. Or Miles will walk from 14 to 21 miles against any man ( bar Spooner), for from £ 25 to £ 100. Any of the matches can be made by forwarding a deposit to Bell's Life, and articles to Miles, at Mr Garratt's, Garratt- lane. J, Underwood of Blackfriars will walk any of the following from two to seven miles, for £ 10, £ 15, or £ 20 a side:— Wyld, Bennett, orRamsden of Chelsea, Allen of Bayswater, or Stockwell and Clarke of Shoreditch, anv distance from one mile to 14, and will meet any of them on Monday evening, Feb 16, at Mr Dear's, the Three Mariners, Bermondsey- wall, Bermondsey, S. E. E. Mills of Rochdale is open to run any man in England 100 yards backwards, for £ 25. A deposit and articles sent to J. Holden's, Manchester, will insure a match. G. Page of the Haymarket will back H. Nathan to run any lad under 18 years of age 200 yards; or T. Mills ean be on by giving four . yards in 200 ; either match for £ 5 or £ 10 a side. Bell's Life to be final stakeholder. A match can be made on Monday night, Feb 16, at Mr Silver's, Rupert- street, Haymarket. Hurst of Finsbury will accept the challenge of Shepperdof Bethnal Green to run 600 yards level at Garratt- lane, for £ 5 or £ 10 a side, and will meet him at G. Brown's, the Bell, Red Lion Market, Whitecross street, St Luke's, on Monday evening, Feb 16, prepared to make a match. Doss Hills of Northampton will run C. O'Connor 150 yards, for from £ 10 to £ 20 a side, or will give Young Critcbed five yards start in the same distance, or he will run any other Northampton man six score yards, for the same sum. Money ready at the Eagle and Child, Bridge- street, Northampton. Clark ( of the Guards) not feeling satisfied with his late defeat with Jones, will run him the same distance, for £ 10 or £ 20 a side, or Perry of Kensington, or Cox of Poplar can be on a quarter of a mile, for the same sum. By sending a deposit and articles to Bell's Life either of the matches can be made. W. Wheatley of the Guards, hearing Jones of Islington wishes to run him, he ( Wheatley) will give Jones six yards in a quarter of a mile, for £ 10 or £ 15 a side; to run in three weeks or a month from signing articles. The match can be made any night next week at Mr Leader's, the. Royal Pair, Old Brompton. Young Langston of Fulham will walk any of the following men:— Tull of Ealing 10 miles, Underwood, Low of Birming- ham, or Allen seven miles, or Bennett of Chelsea can be on four miles. An3? of the matches can be made at J. Smith's, the Norman Arms, Fulham Fields, for £ 10 or £ 15 a side. A gentleman will be at the Prince of Wales, Church- fields, Old Kent- road, on Monday, Feb 16, prepared to lay £ 50 to £- 10 or £ 25 to £ 20 against J. Hilliard of Bermondsey walking two miles in 15f minutes. C. Perry will run Clark ( of the Guards) again, and take five yards in a quarter of a mile, or will take 12 yards in the same dis- tance of Wheatley ( of the Guards). Either match can be made at Brompton on Monday, Feb 16, for their own sum. F. Wicks not feeling satisfied with his defeat of Tuesday last, will run J Burton again 100 yards, for £ 5 or £ 10 a side, and will be at the Cheshire Cheese, Phillips- buildings, Somers Town, on Monday night, Feb 16, prepared to make a match. Young Cole will take five yards start in 140 of Fowler of tha Isle of Wight. Any communication addressed to him at the East Hants Hotel, Southsea, will meet with attention. G. Matthison has an old man who will walk Mountjoy 40 or 50 miles. Address G. Matthison, Landport, Hants. PROUD PEACOCK, MAIDEN- LANE, COVENT- GARDEN.— Up tha Strand to Southampton- street is the direct route to the famed Jesse Smith's, the London house of pedestrians and their patrons. Juno's favourite has made vast preparations for country visitors to town on the bridal of the Prince of Taffyland." Beds of down, away from noise, as in the country dell; the best of viands, edibles, and all that gladdens the heart. Champions and their trophies, and the one- hundred eyed Argus, puts you fly in sports past, present, and to come. A. Grindrod begs to inform his friends and the public generally that he has taken the Wool pack Inn, bottom of Moor, Oldham ( lately in the possession of Mr W. Tayler) where he hopes, by- keeping spirits of the best quality, wines of the finest vintage, cigars of good brands, and choice, sparkling ales, to receive a share of that patronage which it will be his constant study to deserve. Mr Pogson of the Rising Sun, Bclater- street, Brick- lane, Beth- nal Green, wishes to inform his numerous friends that his large room is open every Monday and Saturday with a concert; Mr R„ Edwards in the chair. On Wednesday evening, Feb 18, S. Bar- ker, the celebrated pedestrian, has kindly consented to take the chair, faced by Mr I. Masson. Prince of Wales Recreation Grounds at Bromley- by- Bow will open in March; two minutes' walk from Bow station. All appli- cations to be made at Mr Wilson's, White 8wan, Bromley- by- Bow, Middlesex, for foot races, shooting matches, & c, & c. PIGEON SHOOTING, NOTICE TO ADVERTISERS.— In future all advertisements for this department of Bell's Life in London must reach our office oil Thursdays, before four o'clock, or they will not be inserted until the following week. They must not exceed seven lines in length, or they will be charged double, and so on in proportion for every succeeding seven lines. OLD HORNSEY WOOD RIFLE AND SHOOTING GROUNDS.— A £ 10 Bank of England note will be shot for on Saturday, Feb 14, by 10 members, at 7 birds each, £ 1 each; and a silver watch will be given away by Mrs Stones, the proprietress, to the second best shot. The following are the conditions:— Double guns, the useof both barrels, l| oz shot, 25 yards rise; single guns, lfoz shot, 27 yards, the ground the boundary; the traps to be decided by dice. All to load from one bowl, and Barber to pull. Open to all, bar none. At the Rosemary Branch, Peckham, on Saturday, Feb 14, a powder flask will be given away, to be shot for at 9 sparrowseach, single guns 21 yards rise, lfoz of shot, double guns 19 yards, lfoz of shot, the use of one barrel only. On Monday, Feb 16, a £ 1 handicap will take place, at 7 birds each, from 5 traps, from 18 to 28 yards rise, the traps to be decided by dice, the handicap to be made on the ground. The proprietor will add £ 1 to the stakes. Shooting to commence at one o'clock ; to be followed by sweep- stakes each day. Ammunition of all kinds to be had on tha ground. Admission, 6d each. Hammond is in constant attend- ance with any quantity of the best blue rocks and sparrows.— N. B. Gentlemen supplied with any quantity of the best blue rocks and sparrows, at one hour's notice, by applying to S. Hammond, 31, Kent- street, Borough, Southwark. At the Lillie Arms, North End, Fulham, on Saturday, Feb 7, a great many gentlemen met, and some good sweepstakes were shot. On Wednesday, Feb 11, a gentleman had to kill 15 out of 21, for £ 2, but the birds lost him the match owing to their being such clippers. On Saturday, Feb 14, a match will take place be- tween two gentlemen, for £ 5 a side, 21 birds each, H and T trapa, 21yards rise. Public shootingdays Tuesdays and Saturdays.— N. B. Gentlemen can have any quantity of the best blue rocks at one hour's notice, by directing to J. Offer, King- street, Hammersmith; or to the above house. The Rosemary Branch, Peckham, on Monday, Feb 9, and during the week, was well attended by the lovers of the trigger, when some first- rate shooting was the result. The first match was be- tween Mr Davis and Mr Butcher, who shot at 9 birds each, for £ t a side and the birds. They tied, killing two each. They agreed to shoot it off at 5 birds each, Mr Butcher winning, killing two to his opponent's none. Afterwards, Mr T. Brown, jun, and Mr Davis shot two more matches, on the same terms, which were both won by Mr Brown. After which, several sweepstakes were shot. The birds were first class. OLD SPOTTED DOG INN, UPTON, ESSEX.— On Tuesday, Feb 17, a pig will be shot for, value £ 2, by 8 members at 5s each, at spar- rows ; also a £ 3 sweepstakes by 12 members at 5s, the second best shot to receive 10s. The grounds were well attended on Tuesday, Feb 10, when a spirited match between Messrs Blamy and Birch took place, which terminated in favour of the former; also sweep- stakes of various amounts were shot off. Copeland has always a- large quantity of blue rocks and sparrows on the ground. To be shot for, at D. Paxton's, King's Head Inn, Boehampton, Surrey, on Monday, Feb 16, a fine home- fed fat pig, value £ 10, by 20 members at 10s each. The winner can receive the money or pig. Conditions: 5 birds each, from 5 traps, 5 yards apart, double guns, the use of one barrel, 19 yards, lioz shot, single guns 21 yards, lfoz shot, 80 yards boundary. Hammond supplies the birds. Shooting at one o'clock. Trains leave Waterloo every half- hour, stopping at Barnes station. Ten minutes' walk to the above inn. Choice wines and spirits, and every accommodation. On Thursday, Feb 12, there was a good attendance of the ad- mirers of the gun on Mr Roberts's ground, when several sweep- stakes, at 3 birds each, 25 yards rise, H and T traps, were shot, tha principal winner being Mr T. Green. The shooting on the whole was of a first- rate description, and those assembled had the satis- faction of enjoying a good day's sport. At the West London Cricket Ground, Old Brompton, on Wed- nesday, Feb 18, the match which excites so much interest, between those celebrated amateurs, Capt B and Capt W , at 100 birds, for £ 100, takes place. Every preparation has been made to insure comfort to spectators. On Thursday the public shoot- ing as usual, commencing each day at one p. m. At Mr Tommas's, Birchfleld, Birmingham, on Monday, Feb 9, there was a good sprinkling of the lovers of the trigger present to witness the match for a splendid double barrel gun, by 20 mem- bers, at 10s each. The following is the score:— Messrs W. Wright, T. B. Tommas, Rutter, Brooks, Penins of Worcelter, and Gardi- ner of Evesham killed 5 each ; Messrs Johnson, Team, Sheepcoat, Bennett, and W. 8. 1 each ; Messrs Mills, Dakin, Penins of Bir- mingham, Judge, Thunfleld, H. Porter, H. Porter, Arnold, and Brown 6. On account of no further supply of birds, the six gen- tlemen who killed 5 each agreed to shoot off on a iuture day. After the sports of the day upwards of 300 adjourned to dinner, when a bouutiful repast was served up. DISS.— A competition, for several prizes, took place here on Monday and Tuesday, Feb 9 and 10. In the first match there were 22 competitors, both Norfolk and Suffolk being well repre- sented. The weather was fine, and the proceedings were kept up with much spirit. Mr Ringer of Walton and Mr Cuthbert of Har- ling divided the first prize, having killed all the birds allowed them. The second prize, after five ties had been shot off, was gained by Mr T. Maidwell, and the latter by Mr Dawdry. Mr- Simpson of Harling and Mr Long of Tibenham afterwards shot at sparrows in a match, for £ 5, and Mr Simpson won. ALL ENGLAND HANDICAP.— TO be shot for, at J. Beacham'f?, Black Horse Inn, Sidcup, Foot's Cray. Kent, on Wednesday, Feb 18, a sweepstakes of £ 10, by 20 members at 10s each. To be handicapped according to merit on the ground the day of shooting ; from 21 to 25 yards rise, 5 birds each, from 5 traps, 5 yards apart, all double guns, the use of both barrels, ljoz shot, 80 yards boundary. Shooting at one o'clock. Parties coming by rail will book from London Bridge at 9: 25, 11: 35, 2: 50 and Vic- toria station 10: 5, 12: 5, stopping at St Mary's Cray. Fifteen minutes' walk to the above house. EAST HANTS GROUND, PORTSMOUTH.— Several sweepstakes were shot on this ground on Wednesday afternoon, Feb II, be- tween officers of the royal navy and the 53d Regiment. The fol- lowing gentlemen contended:— Major Mitchelle, Lieut Suttie, R. N. ; Lieut Hon Charteris, R. N.; Lieut Beckwith, 53d Regt; Lieut Nicholls, 53d Regt; Lieut Osborne, 53d Regt; Mr Rook, 53d Regt; Mr Murray, R. N. After some^ good shooting at Hammond's best blue rocks the best shots were Lieut Nicholls for the military officers, and the Hon Mr Charteris for the royal navy. AT. T. ENGLAND HANDICAP.— OLD TBAFFORD GROUNDS.— J. Leese of Oldham will give the sum of £ 10, added to a sweepstakes of £ 1 each, at 13 birds, from 22 to 17 yards, lfoz of shot, 80 yards fall, double guns lfoz of shot. To take place on Monday and Tuesday, Feb 23 and 24, at Mr Lambert's, Old Trafford, near Man- chester. All entries, 2s each, to be made by Feb 17, to Mr Leese, Gardeners' Arms, Eagle- street, Oldham ; or to J. Holden, White Lion, Long Millgate, Manchester. Parties can either shoot for the added money or in the sweepstakes. To be shot for, at the hotel of Mr E. Castleton, Crown, Stoke Feng, Norfolk, by 40 members at 10s each, 5 birds each, a fat bullock, en Wednesday, Feb 25, the first bird to fly at eleven a. m. No gun to exceed 13 bore, lfoz of shot No. 5, 23 yards rise.. All guns to be down at the hip until the bird is on the wing. Umpire chosen at the place of shooting. The ground the boun- dary. Mr W. Cowburn and a sporting squire will give £ 15 to be shot for on Feb 16 and 17, at 10 birds each, lfoz of shot, 60 yards boundary, all to be handicapped according to merit. Entrance 10s each, to be made to Mr W. Cowburn, Wine Vaults, Land's- Iane, Leeds. Shooting to commence each day at one o'clock. Any person maj' shoot two shares. To be shot for at Mr Geo. Tubbs's, Crown Inn, Basingstoke, on Friday, Feb 20, a fat hog, by 15 members, £ 1 each. Conditions: Single guns 2oz shot, 22 yards rise, double guns ( not exceeding 10 bore),, lfoz shot, 19 yards rise, 80 boundary. The winner can receive tfce hog or money, less 5 per cent; 8 members have entered. At Aston Cross Grounds a pigeon shooting handicap will take place on Tuesday, March 3, open to all; no guns barred. Entries, 2s 6d each; acceptances 7s 6d, with £ 1 added by the proprietor; at 5 birds each. Entries to be made at the bar of the above grounds on or before Tuesday, Feb 24. To be shot for, at Mr J. Torkington's, Wilmslow, Cheshire, on Wednesday, Feb 18, a 10s sweepstakes, with £ 1 added by the landlord, to shoot at 5 birds each, single gun, 21 yards rise, lfoz: shot, double gun Ifoz shot, 19 yards rise, 80 yards boundary. Mr Redfern of Manchester to find birds. To be shot for at MrW. Hill's, Vine Inn, Sedgley, near Dudley, on Monday, Feb 23, a fat pig; 12 members at 10s each, gun not to exceed f bore, shot limited to 2oz. Shooting to commence pre- cisely at. eleven o'clock, PIGEON FLYING.- w. Ledbrook, of the Star Inn, Milk- street, Birmingham, will fly any fancier in Birmingham five miles, spin or draw for the road after the birds are bagged, give or take for the drop, for £ 5 or £ 10 a side; or he will fly a bird against fancier in Westbromwich or Oldbury, from pen to pen, for the like amount, Money ready as above. H. Barker of Westbromwich will fly a pigeon against one of J. Moore's, from Knowle station, on the Great Western line, to Westbromwich, for £ 5 a side. Money ready at the Hen and Chickens, Mayes's Green, Westbromwich. BILLIARDS.— The marker at the Swan Inn, Croydon, is open to take 100 points out of 500 from the marker of the Bedford Tavern, and will play him for £ 5 or £ 10 a side; the match to be played at the Swan Inn. Billiards is the most beautiful and scientific of all in- door games, and universally played. Those gentlemen who wish to learn or improve their game should get a few lessons from Mr W. White, the author of White on Billiards, at the New Opera Bil- liard- rooms, Bow- street, Covent- garden. Terms very moderate. His system of tuition is exclusively his own, and based on princi- ples which ensure success. 6 BELL'S LIFE IN LONDON, FEBRUARY 15, 1863. INTELLIGENCE EXTRA. NEWMARKET FREE HANDICAPS, Acceptances to be signified on or before Tuesday, March 3; Winners of a 500 sovs handicap after the declaration of the weights 101b, of all minor handicaps once 5lb, twice 101b extra, which is to be the extreme penalty. If the highest weight accepting be under 8st 121b, it will be raised to that weight, and the others in proportion. CRAVEN MEETING, 1863. TUESDAY.— A SWEEPSTAKES of 25 sovs each, 10 ft, for four year olds and upwards ; last half of R. M. A HURDLE RACE HANDICAP of 5 sovs each ( 1 ft to the fund), with 40 added; winners of any hurdle race after Feb 12 71b ex- tra ; two miles, over six hurdles. 8 9 age st lb Laay Cllfden.. S.. 10 4 Fravola 3.. 9 9 Miss Julia a.. 9 5 Hesper 5.. 9 5 King of the Forest a.. 9 5 Little Lady .. 5.. 9 0 Hetty 0.. 8 13 Confidence.... 5.. 8 Exchequer.. .. 4 East Sheen.... 5.. 8 8 Alvediston.... 4,. 8 8 My Mary .... 4.. 8 7 Tattoo 5.. 8 7 Black Lily.... 5.. 8 6 Peignoir.... .. 4.. 8 6 Henham Lass. 5.. 8 4 Redpole 5.. 8 3 Maggiore .... 6.. 8 2 Voltella 5.. 8 0 Lava 5.. 8 0 Diana 5.. 8 0 Ellerton 5.. 8 0 Emily diLona4.. 8 0 Juliet a.. 7 13 Zora .... 5.. 7 13 age st lb Duke of Cam- bridge 4.. 7 II Southport .... 5.. 7 10 Mousetrap .... 5.. 7 8 Bernice 5.. 7 8 Md. of Honour. 5.. 7 7 Lady Derby.... 5.. 7 7 Grey Hen h.. .. 5.. 7 Grisette 4.. 7 Paradox ., Goldseeker Tubal Cain Ethel David Ann Dux Lachesis ., Pupil Baliverne . Q ueen Eli z abeth4.. 7 0 Confectioner .. 6.. 7 0 Annette 4.. 6 12 Keane 4.. 6 1 .7 ... 5.. 7 ... 4.. 7 ... 4.. 7 ... 5.. 7 ... 5.. 7 ... 4.. 7 ... 4.. 7 ... 4.. 7 age st lb Good for No- thing 4.. 6 11 Dutch Sam .... 4.. 6 10 Jessie Brown .. 5.. 6 9 Westender .... 5.. 6 8 Trust 4.. 6 8 Palmerln 4.. 6 8 Disdain 5.. 6 8 Peahen 4.. S 7 Lord Albert .. 4.. 6 7 Interest 5.. 6 7 Ashford 4.. S 6 .4.. 6 ... 4. ... 4.. ... 5. 6 ... 4.. 6 6 5 Gazelle Lord Clyde Dark Lady Bavard .... Cutler .... Enfield a.. 6 Certificate ..,. 4.. 6 Sugars tick — 4.. G Pinkepoe 4.. 6 Surbiton Hill.. 4.. 6 0 Astarte 5.. 6 13 Dr Pusev 4.. 6 0 Vigil 4.. 6 13 j True Blue 4.. S o age stlb Shropshire.... 5.. 11 7 Jealousy a.. 11 2 Romeo a.. 11 2 The Dane .... a.. 10 12 age st lb PotPourri .... 4.. 9 12 Master Bagot.. a.. 9 10 Remunerator.. a.. 9 8 The Prophet .. 6.. 9 SinkiagFund.. a.. lO 5 Coroner 6.. 9 8 Nosegay a.. 10 4 Avalanche.... 6.. 10 4 Northern Lights. .10 4 Maritana .... a.. 10 3 The Brewer .. a.. 9 12 Mutineer .... a.. 9 12 Holdersy £ e.. . 5.. 8 12 Cygnet 4.. 8 6 Ledbury 4..( pd) See Saw 5 Emblem a.. 9 Soothsayer .... a.. 9 Broomstick.... a.. 9 Ravenstonedalea. .9 Mary Ann .... a.. 9 A PLATE of 40 sovs ( Handicap); winners of any handicap after Feb 12 91b extra; half a mile. age st lb age st lb Lady Clifden.. 5.. 10 0 age st lb Sir Bobby 6.. 9 6 Jacob 6.. 9 5 Fergus 5.. 9 5 Johnny Grey .. 5.. 9 5 Kg. Chrlstmas.. 4.. 9 0 Satanella ...... 4.. 9 0 bg by Tupsley. 6.. Nominations for the SUTTON HANDICAP; two miles and a half. Consternation Bavard Gamecock Gift Long Odds Deception Orkousta Church Militant Miller Margureite Deceiver Wilful Nominations for the HUNT CUP ; three miles. Dandy Chastisement Climax Corkscrew Tattler age st lb Goldbeck S.. 6 4 Shan van Voclit4.. 6 4 Erythia 3.. 6 2 Astrologer .... 3.. 6 0 Lazy Boots.... 3.. 5 7 Sibyl S.. 5 7 Coimbra 2.. 5 7 Titmouse 4.. 5 10 Speedy 4.. 5 10 Parasite 4.. 8 12 Kory- kory .... 4.. 6 11 WEDNESDAY.— A SWEEPSTAKES of 25 sovs each, 10 ft, for three year olds ; last half of R. M. Lady Augusta . Livingstone ... Fluke Fiancee Oentilhomme , Lady Abbess... Airedale ./ Etna Merry Hart Microscope Abernethy Don't come late . - Gentle Kitty c ... Smoke Poland Liston Trumps Cobbler Strawberry Hill . Mountain Buck , Zara St lb st lb .8 12 Antipodes .. 7 5 .8 10 Witoh of Endor .. 7 4 .8 2 Dolphin .. 7 4 .8 0 Cheerful .. 7 4 .8 0 Antar .. 7 3 .7 12 Colomblne .. 7 3 .7 12 Neilgherry .. 7 2 .7 12 Arrogante .. 7 0 Prince Lee Boo .. 7 0 .7 10 Vindicator .. 7 0 .7 10 Kinsman .. 7 0 .7 9 Erythia .. 7 « 0 .7 8 Antidote .. 7 .7 8 Tassel .. 7 0 .7 8 Truant .. 7 0 7 7 Stockbroker 7 0 .7 7 Skipjack .. 7 0 .7 7 Fat Jack .. 7 0 .7 7 Mrs Trimmer . .. 6 13 .7 6 Glance c .. 6 13 .7 6 Dinah f .7 6 11 Corydon 6 10 st lb Refuge 6 10 Perfect Cure 6 10 San thai 6 18 Phillip the Second 6 10 Brown Bess f .... 6 10 Hawthn. Blossoin6 10 Lady Evelyn c .... 6 9 Nebula 6 8 F by Barnton, out of Eliza .. 6 7 Mrs Somerville.. 6 7 Sis. to Lady Ripon6 7 R « ly- poly 6 7 Presumption R 6 Flapdoodle 6 6 Fletton 6 4 Blanch of Lancast. 6 Astarte 5.. 7 Miss Julia.... a.. 9 3 David Ann — 5.. 7 4 Eidolon 6.. 9 0 Churchman.... 4.. 7 4 Little Lady .. 5.. 8 6 Vigil.... 4.. 7 2 Ellerton 5.. 8 5 Pupil 4.. 7 0 Peignoir 4.. 8 4 MountainBuck. 3., 6 9 Grisi 6.. 8 0 Leontes a.. 6 6 My Mary .... 4.. 8 0 Antar.. 3.. 6 5 The AINTREE PLATE of 50 sovs ( Handicap) ; winner of any han- dicap after Feb 12, 71b extra; five furlongs. age st lb I age st lb I age st lb Lady Clifden .. 5.. 9 12 Miss Emma.... 5.. 7 2 Revolver 3.. 5 12 Twilight a. .9 2 | Leontes a.. 6 8 | Xenlus 3.. 5 7 Henham Lass.. 5.. 7 11 Goldbeck 5.. 8 4 | Sweet Willie .. 3.. 5 7 Astarte 5.. 7 0 MountainBuck3.. 6 3 Lazy Boots .... 3.. 5 7 David Anne.... 5.. 7 3 | Erythia 3.. 6 0| A PLATE of 40 sovs ( Handicap), for all ages; winners of any han- dicap after Feb 12 71b, or of any handicap at this meeting 91b extra, but not to be accumulative; three furlongs and one hundred yards. age st lb Leontes.. a.. 7 4 Tautology 4.. 7 0 Westminster .. 3.. 6 12 Antipodes 3.. 6 12 Antar 3.. 6 12 The Flea 6 2 Trentham 6 0 Eleanor, by King- ston out of Kate6 0 Paraf 5 7 THURSDAY.— A SWEEPSTAKES of 26 sovs each, 10 ft, for fouryear age st lb .... 5.. 9 e 5.. 8 12 ige stlb Myrtle .5. .7 9 North Pole ... .4. .7 8 Brahmin .4. .7 8 Fitz- Avon .. .6. .7 7 Alchymist .. .4. .7 7 Fig .4. .7 7 Evenhand.... .5. .7 7 Ace of Clubs .4. .7 7 Peignoir .... .5. 7 7 Charles Fox.. .4. .7 7 Grimston — .4. .7 7 Will 0' the Wisp 5. .7 5 Voltella .5. .7 5 Clarus .5. .7 5 Zora .5. .7 5 Leonora .4 .7 5 Turn of Luck .4 .7 5 Acco .5 .7 4 Tlsiphone — .4 .7 4 Lopcatcher .. .5 .7 4 West End.... 7 4 Silkstone .... 4 Blackcock. 4 7 3 Typee colt .. .4. .7 2 Confectioner .5. .7 2 Cellarius .... 2 Warminster.. .4 .7 1 Miss Emma.. .5 .7 1 Lord Stanley .4 .7 1 Camperdown .5. .7 0 Lava .5 .7 0 Xurullo 4 7 0 Miss Livington. 4.. 7 0 . Sawcutter Dictator . Twilight . Eidolon 6.. 8 10 Spicebox 6.. 8 7 Baron Mun- chausen 6.. 8 7 Argonaut 4.. 8 7 Walloon 8.. 8 7 Cowley 5.. 8 6 Tattoo 5.. 8 5 Bertha 4.. 8 4 Blondella 4.. 8 4 Bathilde « .. 8 4 Snapshot 5.. 8 4 Wellantd 4.. 8 3 K. of the Forest. a.. 8 2 Oomplegne .... 5.. 8 2 On. of Trumps.. 4.. 8 2 Redpole 5.. 8 1 Ubellous 6.. 8 1 My Mary 4.. 8 0 Mlnie 4.. 8 0 Little Pippin .. 4.. 8 0 Polynesia 4.. 7 13 Ripon 6.. 7 13 Ophelia, by HobbieNoble. 4.. 7 12 Caliban 5.. 7 11 Lady Louisa .. 5.. 7 10 XxLof theManora.. 7 9 Birdhlll 4.. 7 9 Humphrey 4.. 7 9 FIRST SPRING MEETING, MONDAY.— A SWEEPSTAKES of 25 sovs each, 10 ft, for three year olds; T. Y. C. st lb Ossian 7 9 Kennett 7 9 Royal Stag 7 8 Fontenoy 7 8 Dirt Cheap 7 8 Sea King 7 7 age st lb Sheerness 4.. 7 o Agag 4.. 7 0 Lapidist 4.. 6 13 Olive Branch .. 4.. 6 12 Bolero ( Mr Mundy's).. ,. 4.. 6 12 Michel Grove.. 4.. 6 12 Catch'em Alive 4.. 6 12 Benjamin 4 .6 12 Annette 4.. 6 12 Egyptian 4.. 6 11 Weather wise .. 4.. 6 10 Real Jam 4.. 6 Duplicity 5.. 6 Entremet 4.. 6 Court Martial, .4.. 6 Oberon 4.. 6 Rhoebus 5. .6 Margery 4.. 6 Spark 4.. 6 Otho 4.. 6 F by Rataplan— Eyebright. .. 4.. 6 Black Pearl.... 4...; Miss Vivian 4. .6 Merry Maid.... 4.. 6 Bedford ( late Peneus) 4.. 6 0 Lorelei 4.. 5 13 Surbiton Hill .. 4.. 5 13 StrawberryLeaf4.. 5 10 Begonia 5.. 5 7 1863. st lb Fantastic 8 12 Cerintha 8 10 Taje 8 9 Oolden Dust 8 6 Vivid 8 4 Boapstone 8 4 Kingswood 8 4 Escape 8 2 Pratique 8 1 Amelia 8 1 Odine 8 0 Wasp gelding .... 8 0 Oscar 8 0 Summerside 7 12 Columba 7 12 Gipsy Girl 7 12 Light Bob 7 12 Fanfaron 7 12 Cby Y. Melbourne, dam byGameboy7 12 All Right 7 11 Kosina 7 11 Jacko' Hearts.... 7 11 Safeguard 7 10 Villafranca 7 9 • Senorlta colt 7 9 MONDAY.— A SWEEPSTAKES of 25 sovs each, 10 ft, for three year olds; D. M. Tragedian I- aibinl / Princess Louisa .. 7 Tademus 7 Harvest Moon.... 7 Aracan 7 F by Voltigeur, dam by Bird- catcher 7 Igerna 7 Equinox 7 Overstone ... Gold Dust... Douche Lady Fanny 7 Lady Harriet c .. 7 Wild Tom 7 Perquisite 7 Mountain Buck .. 7 .7 .... 7 ... 7 st lb Lord Arthur 7 0 Invasion 7 Country Maid.... 7 0 Corroborator .... 6 13 Ratcatcher 6 13 llypernmestra 6 13 Chemisette 6 12 Tarragon 6 12 Vindicator 6 12 Meriden 6 12 Rosebud 6 12 Lucretia 6 10 The Fawn 6 10 Lamb Hill 6 10 Devotee 6 10 Mountain Maid f.. 6 9 Edgeworth Bess.. 6 Birdtinder 6 Curasao 6 Ireton 6 Atlas 6 Anaticulus 6 Barmaid 6 Picco 6 Spitfire 6 0 stlb Saccharometer .. 8 13 Carnival 8 12 Automaton 8 7 Early Purl 8 7 - - 4 st, lb Dunkeld......... 8 Donny brook 8 Ernest 7 Macaroni 7 V Black Deer 7 Deerfoot 7 Beauvale 7 Sea Nymph 6 Overture .7 6 Newfoundland . .7 6 Perseverance .. .7 6 Village Belle .. .7 5 Weatherbow 5 5 Newmarket .... .7 5 Folede Gras..... .7 5 Fanfaron ...... .7 4 Monitor 4 Souveraine 4 Stampede 7 4 Anfield 4 Curie .7 3 Countess .7 3 Clarior 2 Newchurch .... .7 2 Revolver .7 2 Paddy O'Rourke .7 1 Onesander Michael Scott Orphan 8 2 Tornado 8 2 Valentine 8 2 *< 5oldenPledge.... 8 o I'ratique 8 0 Richard 8 0 Barchettina 8 0 Zapateado 7 13 Olraffe colt 7 12 Bohemia. 7 12 Port Royal ... 7 11 Canace 7 11 Erin go Bragh.... 7 10 • Gunner 7 10 Weatherspy 7 10 Semiramis 7 10 Comet 7 10 Baldwin 7 10 Thalestris 7 9 BrothertoMorocco7 8 tfewsmonger .... 7 8 TUESDAY.— A SWEEPSTAKES of 25 sovs each, 10 ft, for four year olds and upwards; E. M st lb .7 0 Muffler . Luscinia ( late Ennerdale) 7 Leotard ( Voltigeur colt) 7 Sevington 7 Jack o' Newbury., 7 0 Trump Queen Conical 6 13 Rowena 6 13 Falcon 6 12 Actceon 6 12 Sandford 6 12 Luna 6 12 Scamander 6 11 ^ arhorse 6 11 Lord in Waiting .. 6 11 Lord Arthur 6 Fanfreluche ...... 6 Ashmore 6 G1 o w worm ( Night- shade filly) 6 Gasconade. Wave Lufra 6 Miranda filly .... 6 Serf 5 10 .6 2 age st lb Water witch.... 5.. 7 10 Gemma .... 4.. 7 10 Lady Ripon 5.. 7 9 Farfalla 4.. 7 9 Pizarro 4.. 7 9 Humphrey .... 4.. 7 8 Chere Amie,... 6. 7 7 Lacydes 4.. 7 7 Gardener 5.. 7 7 Wynnstay .... 5.. 7 7 Brighton 4.. 7 6 Spencer 5.. 7 5 Ace of Clubs .. 4.. 7 5 Clarissimus.... 4.. 7 5 Exchequer .... 4.. 7 5 Myrtle 5.. 7 4 Montrose 6.. 7 4 M Philippe .... a.. 7 3 Acco 5.. 7 3 Arcadia... 4.. 7 3 Brown Stout .. 5.. 7 2 Makeshift .... 6.. 7 2 Turn of Luck.. 4.. 7 1 Limosina 4.. 7 o Innelian 4.. 7 0 Babette f 4.. 7 0 Doncaster .... 6.. 7 0 Overton 5.. 7 0 The Prophet .. 6.. 6 13 LadvEvelyn C.. 4.. 6 12 Teterrima 4.. 6 12 Agag 4.. 6 11 Goldhunter .... 5.. 6 10 age st lb Piccador 4.. 6 10 Bro to Rapid Rhone 4.. 6 10 Tommy Jones.. 4.. 6 Gorse 4.. 6 Balder 4.. 6 Bosh 4.. 6 Shepherdess .. 5.. 6 Warminster.... 4.. 6 African 4,. 6 Interduca 4.. 6 Incitatus 4.. 6 Tresham 4.. 6 Squire Percy .. 5.. 6 6 age st lb Carbineer .... S.. 9 5 K. of Diamends. 6. .9 4 Sawcutter .... 5.. 8 11 Atherstone .... 5.. 8 10 CapeFlyaway.. 6.. 8 9 ManatArms .. 6.. 8 7 Aurelian 5.. 8 7 Camerino .... 5.. 8 7 Twilight a.. 8 5 Dictator 5.. 8 5 General Hess .. 6.. 8 4 MasterGeorge. 4.. 8 4 Prince Plausi ble6.. 8 3 Umpire 6.. 8 2 Stradella 4.. 8 2 Cowley 5.. 8 2 Rouge" Dragon.. 5.. 8 2 Baron Mun- chausen 6.. 8 0 Suburban...... 6.. 8 0 Wlngrave 4.. 8 0 Gabrielle d'Es- trees 6.. 8 0 Nottingham .. 4.. 8 0 Welland 4.. 7 13 Oberon 5.. 7 13 Johnny Arm- strong 4.. 7 13 On. of Trumps.. 4.. 7 13 Welcome 4.. 7 12 Bathilde 5.. 7 12 Mdof Mashamf. 4.. 7 12 Libellous 6.. 7 11 THURSDAY.— A SWEEPSTAKES of 25 sovs each, 15 ft, for four year olds and upwards; T. M. M. Morocco Soothsayer Otho Bedouin.... Prologue .. Vilette .... Fee Principal .... a.. 6 .... 4.. 6 .... 4.. 6 .... 6,. 6 3 .... 4.. 6 3 .... 4.. 6 0 Jacqueline c .. 4.. 6 0 Ophelia, by Idle Boy.. .4.. 6 0 Flytrap.. 4.. 5 12 Breechloader .. 4.. 5 12 Freeholder .... 4.. S 10 Bandage ...... 4.. 5 9 Begonia 5.. 5 Princess Char- lotte c 4.. 5 7 age stlb Asteroid 5.. 9 3 Carbineer 5.. 9 1 Tim Whiffler .. 4.. 9 0 Ivanhoff 5.. 8 10 The Lawyer... .5. .8 8 Fail- water .... 5.. 8 7 Marquis 4.. 8 7 Atherstone .... 6.. 8 7 Buckstone .... 4.. 8 6 Stampedo .... 6.. 8 6 Zetland 4.. 8 4 Rapparee 5.. 8 4 - Cape Flyaway.. 6.. 8 4 Aurelian 5.. 8 4 Sawcutter 5.. 8 3 Crater 6.. 8 2 Stradella 4.. 7 13 Carisbrook .... 4.. 7 12 Croagh Patrick.. 5.. 7 12 Compiegne .... 5.. 7 12 Dulcibella .... 6.. 7 12 Avalanche .... 6.. 7 12 Paste 5.. 7 10 Umpire 6.. 7 10 Optimist 6.. 7 10 Black Prince .. a.. 7 10 Man at Arms.. 6.. 7 10 General Hess .. 6.. 7 10 Rouge Dragon... 1).. 7 10 Hartingtou.... 4.. 7 9 Johnny Arm- strong 4.. 7 8 Clarissimus.... 4.. 7 8 Bellman 5.. 7 8 Rally Edmond.. 5.. 7 8 Beacby Head .. 4.. 7 8 Bathilde 5.. 7 7 Oberon 5.. 7 7 Knutsford .... 5.. 7 7 Anonyma .... 4.. 7 7 Dusk., 4.. 7 7 King of Kent. .5.. 7 7 Dictator 5.. 7 6 age stlb Imperatrice .. 4.. 7 6 Costa 4.. 7 6 Gardener 5.. 7 6 Maid of Mash- am f 4.. 7 5 Earl of Surrey.. 4.. 7 5 Joey Jones .. .. 5.. 7 4 Alerte ,....... 4.. 7 4 Buckenham .. 4.. 7 Exchequer .... 4.. 7 Oldminster.. .. 5.. 7 Ophelia, by Hob- bie Noble..., 4.. 7 Chere Amie.... 6.. 7 Wynnstay ..,. 5.. 7 Brighton 4.. 7 2 Gemma 4.. 7 2 Flirtation...... 4.. 7 2 Berkeley 4.. 7 2 Guiding Star .. 5.. 7 2 Gorse 4.. 7 2 Millionaire .... 6.. 7 1 Loiterer 6.. 7 0 Makeshift .... 6.. 7 0 VinegarHiil .. 5.. 7 0 Can well 4.. 6 13 Balham 5.. 6 13 Myrtle ........ 5.. 6 11 Haddington .. 4.. 6 10 West End 5.. 6 10 Noeiie 4.. 6 10 Solferino ...... 4.. 6 10 Amy 5.. 6 10 Beverley 4.. 6 9 Sappho 4.. 6 9 Harlequin .... 4.. 6 9 Brown Stout .. 5.. 6 9 Blackcock .... 4.. 6 8 The Knave .... 4.. 6 8 Warminster .. 4.. 6 Polynesia 4.. 6 Squire Percy .. 5.. 6 Piccador 4 7 7 7 .6 7 age stlb Rubens 4.. 6 Bonny castle .. 4.. 6 Captain Crow.. 4.. 6 Catch'em Alive. 4. .6 Watchman 4.. 6 Churchman .... 4.. 6 Paul Clifford .. 5.. 6 Silkstone 4.. 6 Victrix 4.. 6 Canary 5.. 6 Lady Evelyn c.. 4. .6 Morocco .4.. 6 Physician .... a.. 6 Teterrima ..., 4.. 6 Ross 4.. 6 Rubicon 5. .6 Shepherdess .. 5.. 6 Cock Robin.... 4.. 6 Barbadoes .... 4.. 6 Magnum Bo- num 4.. 6 Attaman 4.. 6 African 4.. 6 Lioness 4. .6 Breechloader .. 4.. 6 0 Gemse 4.. 6 0 Vlllette 4.. 6 0 Shropshire 5.. 6 0 Stanton. .. 4.. 6 0 Prologue ...... 6.. 5 13 Conundrum ,. 5.. 5 13 Lapidist 4.. 5 12 Bryn Gwyn.. .. 4.. 5 12 Bedouin 4.. 5 12 Adventurer .. 4.. 5 10 Alchymist .... 4.. 5 10 Consternation.. 4.. 5 7 Citadel 4.. 5 7 Fanscombe . .. 6.. 5 7 St Lawrence .. 4.. 5 7 Princess Char- lotte c .4.. 5 7 age st lb Lady Clifden.. 5.. 10 0 Miss Julia.. .. a.. 9 6 Little Lady .. 5.. 8 9 Peignoir 4.. 8 9 Churchman .. 4.. 7 10 Pupil 4., 7 6 The Trial Stakes and the Wynnstay Cup Steeple Chase did not fill. age st lb Goldbeck 5.. 6 9 Astrologer .... 3.. 6 9 Lazy Boots .... 3.. 5 7 Glasgow 2.. 5 7 Coimbra 2.. 5 7 DONCASTER SPRING MEETING, 1863. MARCH 16.— The DONCASTER SPRING HANDICAP of 10 sovs each, h ft, and only 3 if declared on Tuesday, Feb 17, with 100 added; winners of any handicap of the value of 50 sovs after Feb 10 61b, of two or one of 200 101b ext>- a; St Leger Course; 40 subs, age stlb The Lawyer ( hb) 5.. 8 12 Cape Flvaway. .6. .8 10 Upperhand .... 6.. 7 12 Joey Jones .... 5. .7 11 The Monk .... 6.. 7 8 Welcome 4.. 7 5 Rubicon 5.. 7 4 StMaximin .. 5.. 7 4 Stanton 5.. 7 4 Amy 5.. 7 2 Charles Fox .. 4.. 7 2 Harlequin .... 4.. 7 2 Hubert 4.. 7 2 MARCH 17.— The GREAT NOETH OF ENGLAND STEEPLE CHASE HANDICAP of 10 sovs each, h ft, and only 3 if declared on Tues- day, Feb 17, with 100 added; winners of any steeple chase after Feb 10 71b, of two, or any steeple chase value 500 sovs 141b extra; the second for any steeple chase value 500 sovs 71b extra; about three miles and a half; 34 subs. Mytton Joe Maley Haphazard Tommy Ireley | Canteen I Warwickshire Crab I Sunflower Worcester Bird of Prey Luff Tippler The Flat Sapperton Wilful MARKET HARBOROUGH STEEPLE CHASES. Weights for the GREAT CSRINTHIAN CUP of 200 sovs, added to a Sweepstakes of 30 sovsjeach, h ft, 8 only if declared on or before Feb 17; about four miles; 43 subs. If the highest weight ac- cepting be under 13st, it will be raised to that weight, and the rest in proportion. age st lb Master Bagot. a.. 11 4 Piff Paff a.. 11 4 Chester a.. 11 2 Longford .... a.. 11 2 Cockatoo a.. 11 0 SlrCharles( h b) a.. 11 0 Remedium ( late Hel- with) a.. 10 12 Orphan 10 12 Broomstick .. a.. 10 11 age st lb Jealousy a.. 13 0 Penarth a.. 13 0 Medora ...... a.. 12 4 Jerusalem a.. 12 4 Romeo a.. 12 3 Freshman .... a.. 12 2 Bridegroom .. a.. 12 2 Sinking Fund.. a.. 12 1 .. 12 0 The Moor Doubtful .... a.. 12 0 Yaller Gal.. ,. a.. ll 10 Light of Other Days a.. II 10 North. Light.. 6.. 11 7 Willoughby .. a.. 11 6 Pineapple .... a.. 11 5 Frank a.. 11 4 Xanthus a. .10 Mountain Fox 6.. 10 Inkerman .... a.. 10 Kosco a.. 10 Deception .. .. a.. 10 ag stlb The Leading Article a. .10 7 Lreighton .... a. .10 7 Why- not ( h ).. . .10 7 Mercury a. .10 5 Molly Asthore. 6. .10 4 Ben Lomond ( h b) a. .10 4 Odoacer 5. .10 0 Omen 6. .10 0 The Lady of La Garaye ( h b). 6. .10 0 The Czar a. .10 0 0 Freddy a. .10 0 Discrepancy .. a. .10 0 PROGRAMME OF NEWMARKET STEEPLE CHASES THURSDAY, FEB 19.— A HANDICAP of 3 sovs each ( 1 ft to the fund), with 30 added; winners of any steeple chase after Feb 7 81b extra; about three miles; 17 subs. age stlb The Sinking Fund ( pd) .. a.. 12 7 Grisl 6.. 12 2 The Light of Other Days.. a.. 11 8 Ascot a.. 11 6 Oliver Twist, . a. .11 2 age stlb Glautias a.. 11 0 Sir Bobby ( pd) 6.. 11 0 Mutineer .... a.. 10 10 Antelope .... a.. 10 9 Gift a.. 10 8 Brown Stout.. 5.. 10 4 age stlb Leonidas .... 5.. 10 4 Kathleen .... 6.. 10 Black Sultan .. 5.. 10 4 Sunflower .... a.. 9 13 Jerry a., i Orkousta .... a., i age st lb Little Dick . .. 6. .7 0 Ketento .. 4. .6 11 Flytrap .. 4. .6 10 Fairy King. .. 4. .6 10 6 9 Soothsayer . .. a. .6 7 Equator ... .. 4. .6 7 Adventurer. .. 4. .6 7 Honest Tom .6 2 Bohemia ... .6 2 Revolver ... .. 3. .6 2 Sea Nymph. .. 3. .6 2 Laura ... 3. .6 0 Dirt Cheap . ... 3 .5 13 age st lb Judex 3.. 5 12 Fontenoy. 3.. 5 12 Lady Faucon- berg 3.. 5 11 Semiramis .... 3.. 5 11 Columbine .... 3.. 5 11 Luna 3.. 5 10 Devotee 3.. 5 10 Jenny Wren .. 3.. 5 10 T.- uant 3.. 5 Sledmere 3.. 5 Plcco 3.. 5 Westminster .. 3.. 5 LIVERPOOL SPRING MEETING, 1863. MARCH 10.— Weights for the LIVERPOOL SPRING CUP ( Handicap) of 100 sovs, by subscription of 5 sovs each, with 60 added; win- ners of any handicap after publication of the weights ( Feb 12, at one p. m.) 71b extra; about one mile and a half, starting opposite the Stables; 50 subs. age st lb .. 4.. 6 12 .. 4.. 6 9 .. 4.. 6 9 . a.. 6 8 4 age st lb Lawyer 5.. 8 12 Upperhand.. .. 6.. 8 0 Balham 5.. 7 10 Brilliant ...... 5.. 7 8 King of Kent.. 5.. 7 8 Gun Trick .... 5.. 7 8 ChfereAmie.... 6.. 7 6 Bombardier .. 5.. 7 6 Costa 4.. 7 6 CharlesFox.... 4.. 7 6 Earl of Surrey.. 4.. 7 5 Henham Lass.. 5.. 7 4 Haddington .. 4.. 7 4 Stanton 5.. 7 3 Tommy Jones.. 4.. 7 2 I Erin go Bragh.. 3.. 6 Tolurno . Interduca Tiptoe ... Killigrew. Gaiety .. Killer Cure .. 4.. 6 Honest Tom .. 3.. 6 4 St Lawrence .. 4.. 6 3 Flytrap 4.. 6 2 Forester 4.. 6 2 Escape ........ 3.. 6 2 Sea Nymph .... 3.. 6 0 F by Kingston— MountainMd. 3.. 6 0 0 Hubert 4,. 7 2 | Revolver Soothsayer .... a.. 6 12 ! Bohemia 3.. 5 12 age st lb The Cobbler.... 3.. 5 12 Invasion a.. 5 12 Anfield 3.. 5 12 Oakapple 3.. 5 12 Marmion 3.. 5 12 Royal Stag .... 3.. 5 12 Westminster .. 3.. 5 10 Picco 3.. 5 10 Douche 3. 5 10 Poland ........ 3.. 5 10 Dr Syntax .... 3.. 5 9 Dualla .. 3.. 5 8 Hypermnestra .3.. 5 7 Muffler 3.. 5 7 Truant 3.. 5 7 Laertes 3.. 5 7 Lazy Boots.... 3.. 5 7 The SEFTON HANCICAP of 5 sovs each, 2 ft, to the fund, with 100 govs added, for all ages; winners of any handicap after Feb 12 71b, or of the Spring Cup 91b extra, but not to be accumulative; age stlb Penarth a.. 12 <> Medora a.. 11 5 Wee Nell .... a.. ll 5 Jealousy .... a.. 11 3 Romeo .. a.. 10 13 Maritana .... a.. 10 13 Freshman .... a.. 10 11 Shropshire .5.. 10 10 SinkingFund. a.. 10 9 The Dane Cats paw . Satellite . ... a.. 10 9 ... a.. 10 8 ... a.. 10 5 age st lb Avalanche.... a.. 10 4 NorthernLighte. .10 2 Heads or Tails. a.. 10 2 Piff Paff .... .. a.. 10 0 Light of Other Days a.. 10 o Nosegay a.. 10 0 Lincoln a.. 10 0 St Mayimln .. 5.. 9 10 Chester a.. 9 9 Remunerator.. a.. 9 9 Remedium.... a.. 9 7 age stlb Gift .. 9 7 Glautias a.. 9 6 Mutineer...... a.. 9 6 Emblem a.. 9 6 Chastisement. .6. .9 5 Pergus 5.. 9 5 Fosco a.. 9 3 Climax 5.. 9 0 Birdbolt a.. 9 0 Discrepancy.. . a. .9 0 Ned of the Hill .6.. 8 12 NOTTINGHAM, 1863. MARCH 3.— The NOTTINGHAM SPKING HANDICAP of 5 sovs each, with 50 added; winners once after Feb 10 41b, twice or of any handicap of 100 sovs clear 71b extra; one mile and a half; 34 subs. age st lb Interduca 4.. 6 10 Soothsayer .... a.. 6 10 Prologue 4.. 6 10 age stlb Wynnstay .... 5.. 8 12 Monk 6.. 8 3 Flirtation .... 5.. 8 2 Shepherdess .. 5.. 7 10 Drumstick .... 4.. Nosegay a.. 7 9 Merry Maid.... 4.. 6 Charles Fox .. 4.. 7 9 Golden Drop .. 3.. 6 Gardener 5.. 7 8 Donne Canne .. 4.." Lord Stanley .. 4.. 7 7 Erin go Bragh., 3.. 6 Stanton 5.. 7 7 Souveraine 3.. 6 Henham Lass.. 5.. 7 4 B f by Kings- Conundrum.... 5.. 7 2 ton — Moun- Rapture 5.. 7 1 tain Maid.. .. 3.. 6 3 Little Dick .... 6.. 7 0 MARCH 4.— The GREAT ANNUAL HUBDLE RACE ( Handicap) of 5 sovs each, with 50 added; winners of any handicap, steeple chase, or hurdle race after Feb 10 51b, twice 101b extra; two miles and a half, over eight hurdles ; 22 subs. age st lb Tithonius 4.. 6 2 Bateleur 3.. 6 0 Revolver 3.. 6 0 Sea Nymph.... 3.. 6 0 Liston 3.. 6 0 Declaration.... 3.. 6 0 Lufra .... 5.. 5 9 Ophelia 4.. 5 9 Westminster .. 3.. 5 8 Little Nelly.... 3.. 5 7 Truant 3.. 5 7 age stlb Shropshire.... 5.. 11 io Maritana .... a.. 10 12 The Dane .... a.. 10 12 Rigoletto .... 6.. 10 8 Mousetrap.... 5.. 10 3 Nosegay a.. 10 2 Sinking Fund ( lateHarry). a.. 10 2 age stlb Pot- pourri.... 4.. 10 0 Little Dick .... 6.. 9 10 age st lb Pergus 5.. 9 5 Miss Hawthorn. 4.. 9 5 Soothsayer .... a,. 9 5 Ledbury 4.. 9 3 Remunerator.. a.. 9 Real Jam 4.. 9 Chester a.. 9 10 The Drone .... 6.. 9 10 Mutineer a.. 9 9 The Prophet .. 6.. 9 8 0 Kington 6.. 9 7 Cygnet 4.. 8 10 Mary Ann .... a.. 9 7 The FOREST PLATE ( Handicap) of 50 sovs; winners of any han- dicap after Feb 10 51b extra; T. Y. C. age st lb | age st lb Libellous 6.. 8 9 Interduca 4.. 6 12 Peignoir 4.. 8 7 CourtMartial.. 4.. 6 10 - - - ~ - Bedford ( late Peneus) 4.. 6 9 Somersault .... 5.. 6 8 8 Leontes a.. 6 5 4 Revolver 3.. 6 4 Bateleur 3.. 6 0 EastSheen .... 5.. 8 3 Charles Fox .. 4.. 7 10 Henham Lass.. 5.. 7 Churchman.... 4.. 7 Otho 4.. 7 2 Abron . a.. 7 Mermaid 5., 7 2 Antidote 3.. 5 12 Pinkepoe 4.. 7 0 Mrs Somerville3.. 5 12 age st lb Antar... 3.. 5 12 Invasion 3.. 5 12 Damson Cheese3.. 5 10 Perquisite .... 3.. 5 10 Jerrold 3.. 5 10 Lufra 3.. 5 9 Refuge ........ 3.. 5 7 Stella .... 3.. 5 7 Emma Blake .. 3.. 5 7 Jack's Alive .. 3.. 5 7 CR0XT0N PARK, 1863. MARCH 27.— The GRANBY HANDICAP of 20 sovs each, h ft, and 5 only if declared on or before Tuesday, Feb 24 ; winners of any handicap after Feb 12 41b, of 200 sovs 71b, of 500 or more 101b extra, but not to be accumulative; gentlemen riders; jockeys 7lb extra; Granby Course ( about a mile and a half) ; 53 subs. If the highest weight accepting be under 12stit- will be raised, and the other weights in proportion, at the option of the stewards, to any weight not exceeding 12st, which will be de- clared within seven days after the acceptances. age st lb Rapparee — 5.. 12 8 CroaghPatrlck 5.. 12 4 General Hess 6.. 12 2 Eidolon 6.. 11 11 age st lb " Hubert 4.. 11 1 Can well 4.. 11 0 Deception, by Cyclops a.. 10 13 Brilliant 5. .11 10 i Master Bagot a. .10 12 " Exchequer .. 4.. 11 10 Welland 4.. 11 10 Balham 5.. 11 9 Alvediston.... 4.. 11 8 Millionaire .. 6.. 11 7 " Flirtation.... 5.. 11 " Brighton ... Grimston ... * Loiterer ... * Baron Mun- chausen ... Ace of Clubs.. 4.. 11 Suburban .... 6.. 11 Paul Clifford. .5.. 11 .4.. 11 .4.. 11 .11 .6.. 11 " Nosegay .... a.. 10 12 shepherdess .. 5.. 10 11 Ethel 4.. 10 10 * Attaman .... 4.. 10 10 CbyStockwell— Lady Evelyn 4.. 10 10 Interduca .... 4.. 10 9 Gleam 5.. 10 9 age st lb " Tonio........ 5.. 10 4 Nautilus 5.. 10 2 Sinking Fund . a.. 10 " Citadel 4.. 10 1 " Merry Maid.. 4.. 10 0 " Oberon 4.. 10 0 " Prologue .... 4.. 9 12 " Bridegroom.. a.. 9 12 PotPourri.... 4.. 9 11 Judex 3.. 9 11 Jackof Hearts. 3.. 9 10 Oakapple 3.. 9 10 Muffler Jack o' New- bury 3. Manchester .. 3. Luna ... " Devotee. Plcco 3 .3.. 9 8 .3.. 9 " Lapidist .... 4.. 10 Fairy King .. 4.. 10 8 West End .... 5.. 10 7 Conundrum .. 5.. 10 6 " Remunerator. a.. 18 6 Equator 4.. 10 5 Those marked * having been entered without the knowledge of their owners, will be struck out by the time prescribed, unless specially or- dered to remain in. The CUP of 50 sovs, added to a Handicap of 20 sovs each, h ft, and 5 only if declared on or before Tuesday, Feb 24; winners of any handicap after Feb 12 41b extre,, or one of 200 sovs 71b extra, of 500 sovs or the Granby Handicap 101b extra; not to be accumu- lative ; gentlemen riders only; two miles; 28 subs. If the highest weight accepting be under 12st it will be raised, and the other weights in proportion, at the option of the stewards, to any weight not exceeding 12st which will be declared within seven days after the acceptance. 9 8 age stlb Deception .... a.. 10 13 Rubicon 5.. 10 12 Master Bagot . a.. 10 il Shepherdess .. 5.. 10 11 C by Stockwell out of Lady Evelyn 4.. 10 10 Ethel 4.. 10 9 West End .... 5.. 10 7 Equator 4.. 10 5 Mr H. Baring is a subscriber, but did not name. Those marked thus * having been entered without the knowledge of their owners, will be struck out by the time prescribed, unless specially ordered to remain in. age stlb Rapparee — 5 .12 8 " Knutsford .. 5.. 12 3 Bally Edmonds.. 11 12 Eidolon 6.. 11 10 " Flirtation.... 5.. 11 7 " Brighton .... 4.. 11 6 Grimston .... 4.. 11 6 Millionaire .. 6.. 11 5 Loiterer 6.11 Paul Cliff8rd.. 5.. 11 age st lb " Bridegroom .. a.. 9 12 " Prologue .... 4.. 9 12 Pot Pourri.... 4,, 9 11 Jack of Hearts3 Oakapple .... 3.. 9 Muffler 3.. 9 Jack o' New- bury........ 3.. 9 Luna ... 3,. 9 Picco 3.. 8 13 APRIL 6.- Saltant, 3 yrs Devotee, 3 yrs Reviver, 3 yrs Giltnook, 4 yrs Luna, 3 yrs Retento, 4 yrs DURHAM, 1863. - Nominations for the DURHAM HANDICAP. I Jesuista, 3 yrs King Charming, 3 yrs j | Sledmere, 3 yrs ILord Dundreary, 3 yrs Lady Maria, 3 yrs Picco, 3 yrs All Right, 3 yrs The Robber, 3 yrs Joey Jones, 5 yrs Wetsail, 4 yrs Fairy King, 4 yrs Bohemian, 3 yrs APRIL 7.— Nominations for the NORTH DURHAM HANDICAP. Devotee, 3 yrs Lothian's King, 5 yrs Giltnook, 4 yrs Luna, 3 yrs Upperhand, 6 yrs King Charming, 3 yrs Sledmere, 3 yrs L » rd Dundreary, 3 yrs Lady Maria, 3 yrs Picco, 3 yrs All Right, 3 yrs Bernice, 5 yrs The Robber, 3 yrs Wetsail, 4 yrs Fairy King, 4 yrs Bohemian, 3 yrs Unfashionable Beauty, 3 yrs Saltant, 3 yrs five furlongs; 55 subs. age stlb age stlb a ge St lb Eidolon ... .. 6. .9 0 Lapidist .,. Antar .3 .6 3 Fravola..... .. 6. .8 12 Henham Las S.. 5. .7 8 Revolver 3 .6 2 Dictator ... .. 5. .8 8 Stanton .. 5. .7 6 Marmion 3. .6 2 Libellous.... . .6. .8 7 Xurullo .. 4. .7 6 Quicksand ... 3. .6 2 Little Lady. .. 5. .8 7 Hubert ..... Oakapple ..... 3. .6 0 Ellerton ... .8 2 Lioness ..... .. 4. .7 4 Cobbler....... 3 .6 0 Moupetrap . .. 5. .8 2 Miss Emma. .. 5. .7 2 Invasion 3. .6 0 Peignoir ... .. 4. .8 2 Interduca.,, 4 7 2 Antipodes ... 3. .6 0 My Mary... .. 4, .8 0 Vigil Sweet Willie . 3. .6 13 Miss Living- Tiptoe . 3 5 13 Stone .. 4. .8 0 Garibaldi, , HawthornBlos Brilliant .... .7 12 Kill or Cure. .. 4. .6 10 som.. 3. .5 13 Haddington .7 12 Cygnet 4 6 10 Poland 3. .5 13 Juliet .. a. .7 10 Giltnook , Kinsman 3. .5 12 Kllligrew... .. a. .7 8 Leontes .. a. .6 8 Dualla ....... 8. .5 10 Qun Trick . .. 5. .7 8 Honest Tom .. 3. .6 7 Sibyl 3. .5 7 Lachesis ... .. 4. .7 8 Mountain Buck3. .6 7 Lazy Boots ... 3. .5 7 Ctiarle8Fox< .. 4. .7 8 Goldbeck ,., . .5 Laertes....... 3. .5 7 Tolsrao,,,,, ,4, .7 8 Anfield LadyNichol . 2. ,5 7 DERBY STEEPLE CHASE, & c, 1863- MARCH 5.— A HURDLE RACE PLATE of 50 sovs, added to Handicap of 5 sovs each ( 2 ft to the fund); winners of any hurdle race or steeple chase after the weights are out ( Feb 10, at 9 a. m.) 71b extra; the winner to pay 10 sovs towards ex penses; two miles, over eight hurdles; 34 subs. age st lb Ledbury ...... 4.. 9 0 Jack in theBox4.. 3 Remunerator .. a.. 9 Real Jam...... 4.. 9 Mermaid ...... 5.. 9 Cygnet ........ 4.. 8 10 Deceptive 4.. 8 10 King Christmas4. .8 10 Clontarf, by Ri- fleman— sis to SauterlaCoupe ( fin 1854) .... 3.. 8 7 The HARRINGTON PLATE of 30 sovs, added to a Handicap of 5 sovs each, for three year olds and upwards; winners of any race after Feb 10 51b extra; one mile; 19 subs. ag 3 st lb igi- stlb Shropshire... 5. .11 7 8 Maritana ... a. .10 10 Mutineer .. . a .9 7 The Dane ... a. .10 10 The Prophet .6. .9 6 Rigoletto ... 6. .10 7 Sir Bobby .. .6 .9 6 Mousetrap... .5. .10 2 Emblem .... . a .9 6 Butterfly ... Nosegay..... a. .10 0 Satanella .. .4 .9 4 a. .10 0 4 Sinking Fund Jacob . a .9 4 ( late Harry) a. .10 0 Chastisement .6 .9 4 Glautias a. . 9 12 Soothsayer .. . a .9 2 Pot- pourri... .4. . 9 12 Misa Hawthorn4. .9 2 Everlasting . . 9 12 2 Lincoln 8. 9 10 Antelope .... . a.. 9 0 age st lb Libellous 8.. 8 12 EastSheen .... 5.. 8 4 Charles Fox. ... 4. .7 12 Henham Lass.. 5.. 7 10 Stanton........ 5.. 7 10 Abron ........ a.. 7 4 Mermaid 5.. 7 2 Ethel 4.. 7 2 Somersault 5.. 7 0 age stlb Bedford ( late Peneus) 4.. 6 12 JacklntheBox4.. 6 10 Leontes a.. 6 10 Disdain 4..( Erin go Bragh 3.. 6 F by Kingston, out of Moun- tain Maid.... 3.. 6 age st lb True Blue ..., 3.. f True Heart.... 3.. 5 12 Glow- worm, by Neasham out ofNightshade3,. 5 8 Ophelia. .4.. 5 Acceptances for the MIDLAND STEEPLE CHASE HANDICAP of 15 sovs each, 10ft, and 5 only if declared, with 100 added; three miles and a half; 32 subs, 8 of whom declared. age st lb age st lb TheRug a.. 10 4 Doubtful a. 9 10 Heads or Tails. a.. 10 2 Mary Ann .. .. a.. 9 Piff Paff a.. 10 2 Countess 6.. 9 Glautias a.. 10 0 Cockatoo a.. 9 Nosegay a.. 9 12 Pineapple .... a.. Ravenstone- Sir Bobby .... 6., 9 dale a.. 9 12 Emblem a.. 9 Mutineer .... a.. 9 12 Antelope.... .. a.. 9 Xanthus a.. 9 10 The rest pay5sovseacli. age st lb Freshman .... a.. 11 3 Maritana .... a.. II 0 Sinking Fund. a.. 10 8 The Dane .... a.. 10 7 Satellite 6.. 10 6 Arbury a.. 10 6 Light of Other Days a.. 10 5 Yaller Gal .... a.. 10 4 .9 9 BIRMINGHAM STEEPLE CHASES, & c. FEB 23.— The BIRMINGHAM GRAND ANNUAL STEEPLE CHASE ( Handicap) of 10 sovs eaeh, h ft, and 3 only if declared by twelve at noon on Feb 17; three miles and a half. stlb Mytton.... 10 Gift 10 Ravonstondale .. 10 3 Pergus 10 0 Emblem ........ 10 0 Wilful 9 12 Bird of Prey...... 9 11 Bird or Prey .... 9 Weights published Feb 1- 3. Nominations for the ERDINGTON PLATE; two miles and a half. Xanthus _ Consternation Emblem Gamecock De Reuter Orkousta Annie Laurie Mutineer Cantab st lb Bantam .. 11 12 Sinking Fund.. .. 11 10 The Dane...... .. 11 8 Joe Maley .... .. 11 6 st lb Light of Other Days .11 3 Northern Light .11 3 Oliver Twist .. .11 2 Sunbeam .11 2 Dandy • .11 0 Heads or Tails .10 12 Doubtful .10 10 A STEEPLE CHASE ( Selling) SWEEPSTAKES of 3 sovs each, with 20 added; four year olds list, five list 101b, six and aged 12st21b; maidens allowed 71b; winners of any steeple chase value 50 sovs, including the winner's own stake, 51b, twice, or a stake of 100 sovs value, 81b extra; the winner to be sold for 80 sovs; if entered for 60 sovs allowed 51b, 40 101b, 30 141b; about two miles and a half. To close and name at the Rutland Arms Hotel, at nine p. m. on Wednesday, Feb 18 A STEEPLE CHASE HANDICAP of 5 sovs each ( 2 ft to the fund), with 60 added, for four year olds and upwards; winners of any steeple chase after Feb 7 I01b extra; about three miles and a half; 13 subs. age st lb _ age st lb The Sinking Fund ( pd).. a.. l2 7 YallerGal( pd) a.. 12 0 The Light of Other Days a. .11 8 Ascot a.. 11 6 Oliver Twist.. a.. II Glautlas a.. 11 0 Mutineer .... a.. 10 10 Brown Stout.. 5.. 10 6 Black Sultan.. 5.. 10 6 age stlb Molly Asthore 6.. 10 2 St James 6.. 9 12 Quicksilver.... a., 9 12 Little Amy ( hb)( pd).... 6.. 9 II IMPERIAL PARLIAMENT. Light of Other Days Oliver Twist Ascot Gift Deception Church Militant Margureite Long Odds Worcester Miller Dandy Chastisement Climax Miss WilkinsoE Corkscrew Wilful age st lb .... a.. 9 13 The HUNTERS' STAKES of 3 sovs each, with 20 added, for bona fide hunters which have been hunted at least six times with any established pack of hounds in the counties of Cambridge, Suffolk, Essex, or Norfolk, in the seasons of 1862- 3; four year olds list, five list 71b, six and aged 12st; winners of any steeple chase 51b, of two 101b extra; gentlemen riders; about two miles and a half. To close and name by nine p. m. on Wednesday, Feb 18. MATCH20, p. p.; 12st 71b each; gentlemen riders; three miles, over Steeple Chase Course.— Mr Oslar's b m by Joe Lovell out of Spinster, agst Mr U. Symonds's b h Harkaway. FRIDAY.— A 8TEEPLE CHASE HANDICAP of 10 sovs each, h ft, with 50 added by the Earl of Stamford and Warrington and Capt Little, for three year olds and upwards; two miles. To close and name by six o'clock the evening before running, and the weights to be declared by nine the same evening. A PLATE ( Handicap) of 40 sovs, for four year olds and upwards; winners of any steeplechase handicap after Feb 7 71b extra; about two miles. age st lb age st lb I Freshman a.. 12 7 Glautias...... a.. 10 12 [ Sunflower The Sinking Mutineer .... a.. 10 Fund( dr) .. a.. 12 5 Antelope a.. 10 Grisi 6.. 12 0 Leonidas 5.. 10 The Light of Kathleen 6.. 10 Other Days.. a.. 11 6 Little John.... a.. 10 Sir Bobby .... 6.. 10 12 FriarofApshalla.. l0 A STEEPLE CHASE ( Selling) STAKES of 2 sovs each, with 20 added; three year olds list, four 12st 71b, five and upwards 13st 71b; maidens allowed 71b; the winner to be sold for 60 sovs; if entered for 50 sovs allowed 61b, 30 121b; about two miles; 6 subs or no race. To close and name at nine p. m. on Thursday, Feb 19. The NEWMARKET GRAND STEEPLE CHASE HANDICAP of 10 sovs each, h ft, with 70 added; winners of any steeple chas'e after Feb 7 71b, twice 101b extra; the second to save his stake; about three miles and a half; 17 subs, 7 of whom paid 2 sovs forfeit to the fund. The highest weight accepting being list 61b, it was raised to 12st 71b, and the others in proportion. age st lb | age st lb I age st lb The Light of Mutineer .... a.. 11 9 | Omar Pasha .. a.. 11 Other Days.. a.. 12 7 | Gift a.. 11 7 Oliver Twist.. a.. 12 1 I Brown Stout.. 5.. 11 5 Sir Bobby .... 6.. 11 13 Black Sultan.. 5.. 11 5 [ MONDAY, TUESDAY, AND WEDNESDAY'S PARLIAMENT WILL BE FOUND IN THE SUPPLEMENT.] HOUSE OF LORDS. THURSDAY— HARBOURS OF REFUGE.— Lord RAVENS- WORTH, in asking whether any steps were in progress to carry out the recommendations of the Harbour of Refuge Commissioners, dwelt on the necessity of affording asylums to ships and seamen when caught in a gale, and considered the present a good time, as there was a surplus in the revenue, to undertake such works.— The Duke of SOMERSET was opposed to the creation of a variety of harbours of refuge before the four great harbours of Dover, Holyhead, Alderney, and Portland were completed, if the new ports were to be paid for by public money. By means of loans obtained from the Public Loan Commissioners, a certain number of trading harbours were in course of construction, and these, he expected, would shortly be increased by local exertions. The endeavours of the Government had been used to forward private enterprise in constructing trading harbours without increasing the public taxation. TICKETS OF LEAVE, REDPATH, & c. — The Earl of MALMESBURY inquired if there were any documents in existence calculated to throw light on the circumstances under which Miss Hall was murdered at Fordingbridge by a convict who had been granted a ticket of leave.— The Duke of MARLBOROUGH asked whether it was true that Redpath, the forger, who was sentenced to transportation for life, had received a ticket of leave.— Earl GRANVILLE said that no particular information had been re- ceived from the colony with regard to Redpath, but he could not probably return to this country under any ticket of leave he might have obtained.— The Duke of NEWCASTLE said that if Redpath had received a ticket of leave earlier than he otherwise would, it was owing to new regulations introduced into the colony by Sir Bulwer Lytton.— The Earl of DERBY wished it to be un- derstood that a ticket of leave in Western Australia was a very different thing from a ticket of leave in England. A ticket- of- leave man in Western Australia was not lost, sight of by the authorities; on the contrary, he was kept under the strictest sur- veillance, and employed upon public works. It would not be far wrong to say, in fact, that an Australian ticket of leave was the second stage of penal discipline.— The Duke of NEWCASTLE said it was quite true that a ticket of leave in Western Australia was not the same thing as a ticket of leave in England, but the person holding it was not employed on public works. When a convict received a ticket of leave in Western Australia, if he were the servant of any other person in the colony, he could not quit his master's employment, while if he were in a position to take a house of his own, he was not entitled to leave it after ten o'clock at night, and he was under the surveillance of the police of the district. Redpath, he believed, resided in his own house, receiv- ing from his wife in this country an annual remittance of £ 200. FRIDAY— INDIAN OFFICERS.— The Earl of ELLEN- BOROUGH presented petitions from Indian officers, complaining of the loss of certain advantages they considered to have been gua- ranteed to them by Parliament. Their complaint was, that in three several instances their promotion had been impeded by the alterations that had been made in the reorganisation of the army. They also complained that the field officers were not promoted as they ought to be, in consequence of their transfer from one Go- vernment to another. They most of all complained of the impe- diment to promotion caused by the formation of the staff corps.— The Duke of ARGYLL contended that the guarantee given by Par- liament had been kept in the letter and in the spirit, but the reason of the slowness of promotion arose from the reduction of the Indian army, which had been diminished from 76 to 11 regi- ments, in consequence of the Indian mutiny.— Adjourned. LATEST INTELLIGENCE. HELL'S LIFE OFFICE, Saturday Night, 12 o'Clock. THE POLISH REVOLUTION. LEMBERG, FEB 13.— Wonchezk has been retaken by the insur- gents. Five thousand insurgents are posted near Slupze, under the command of Langiewicz. GLEIWITZ, FEB 16.— The Russian tsoops, which were driven by the Polish insurgents to take refuge upon Prussian territory, and had been brought hither, inarched at nine o'clock this morning, fully equipped. The troops were preceded by the Prussian offi- cers of the garrison and a military band. They are to march by Lublinitz to Cznstochau under the escort of Prussian Uhlans. THE BRITISH COLUMBIA OVERLAND ROUTE. COLLINGWOOD v BERKELEY AND OTHERS.— This case was fried in the Court of Common Pleas to- day. The plaintiff formerly held a commission in Her Majesty's Service. He had been attracted by an advertisement in The Times, published by the British Columbia Overland Transit Company ( Limited), of which the defendants were said to be directors, who offered their services to carry persons to the gold fields of British Columbia overland. The plaintiff went to the oflice, and was induced to pay £ 42 for bis journey. He started with others from London, and arrived safely at a place called St Paul's, in Minnesota, but the company had no money and no credit, and were unable to perform their contract. The plaintiff was then deputed by the rest of the passengers to come to London and represent their grievances. He found the office in Copthall- court shut up, but the solicitors of the company ( Messrs Pritchard and Collette entered into negotiations with him as to compensation. The directors, however, repudiated the au- thority of Colonel. Bleigh, who had acted as the manager of the company, and he consequently commenced these proceedings. The defence on behalf of the Hon Mr Berkeley was that Colonel Sleigh was not authorised to use his name. That he ( Mi- Berkeley) only countenanced the scheme by reason of seeing that so many gentlemen of influence were connected with it. The other defen- dants were represented by counsel, who contended that they had not rendered themselves liable as directors of the company, and that Colonel Sleigh had no authority to act on behalf of the com- pany.— The Lord Chief Justice, in summing up, left it to the jury to say whether the defendants by their acts had held themselves out to the public as directors, thereby making themselves liable for the acts of their agents— Sleigh and Hanson.— The jury re- turned a verdict for the plaintiff for £ 160 against all the defend- ants, with the exception of Mr Fenner. Little Amy ( dr) ( J..! Jerry a.. 9 Diadem 6.. 9 Orkousta a.. 9 Reporter 4.. 9 Molly Asthore6.. ll 1 Quicksilver .. a.. 10 11 STUD NEWS. At Middle Park, Eltham, Kent, on the 11th inst, Mr Blenkiron's Palmeria, a colt by Horror. At Tickhill Stud Farm, on the 10th inst, Mr Blenkiron's Tested, a colt by Prime Minister. At Theobald's Park Farm, on the 11th inst, Rinaldo, by Kings- ton, arrived. Rosabel, by Newminster, has been served by him. At Croome, on the 9th inst, Smut, by Womersley, a brown filly to Chanticleer, and will be put to Surplice. Arrived to Petruchio: Mare by Loup Garou out of Constance, and Adele, by Teddington out of Hopbine. LOVETT.— This stallion was purchased on Wednesday last by Mr J. Manning, of Orlingbury, near Wellingborough, North- amptonshire, where the horse will be located for the ensuing season, and not at Knighton, as previously advertised in our columns. The following mares have arrived at the Stud Farm, Enfield, Middlesex, te be put to Diophantus:— Brown mare by Surplice ( sister to Roman Candle); Press Forward, by Pyrrhus the First; Lincoln's Inn, by Knight of Avenel; and Agapemone, by Bay Middleton. At Swalcliffe Stud, on the 5th inst, Ada, by Loup Garou out of Adela ( sister to Riddlesworth), a chesnut filly by Big Ben, and will be put to him again, to whom have also arrived Golden Pippin, Lanassa, and Impression. To Neville: Contract, Sleight of Hand mare, and Sneeze. At Dean's Hill, near Stafford, on the 8th inst, Lizzie, by Theon ( the dam of Cadeau), a bay colt by Chevalier d'Industrie, and will be put to him again; Mr Longfield's Devotion., by Harkaway ( dam of The Druid); Mr Williamson's Chatterbox, and his mare by Longbow out of Spicebox's dam, have also arrived since our last to be put to Chevalier d'Industrie. At Richmond, the following mares have arrived to Mildew:— Essidarius mare, in foal to Ignoramus; Malandra's dam, by Ratan; Daisy, by Touchstone, in foal to Arthur Wellesley; Georgiana, by Touchstone, with a colt by Lambton. To Arthur Wellesley: Extacy, by Touchstone, in foal to Arthur Wellesley Wish, by Touchstone, in foal to Arthur Wellesley; and mare by Lanercost. At Rawcliffe Stud, Canezon, a chesnut colt to Newminster; Heiress, a bay filly to Newminster; Little Nan, a brown colt to Knight of Kars. Mares arrived to Newminster: Sister to Stafford, Peggy ( Musjid's dam). The Slave ( Lord Clifden's dam), and Flirt ( Flirtation's dam). To Y. Melbourne: Mowerina ( West Aus- tralian's dam), Auld Acquaintance ( sister to Daniel O'Rourke), and Little Nan. To Leamington: Hippona, by Hetman Platoff. To Underhand: Adelaide, by Melbourne. CHANTICLEER.— The following mares have arrived or are en route to this celebrated stallion:— Lord Falmouth's Scrubbing Brush, by Touchstone; two mares of Mr T. Hussey's ; also Whimsical, by Launcelot, with a filly by Cannobie; The Mer- maid, by Minotaur, in foal to Glenmasson; Zaidee, by Bandy, in foal to Newcastle; Rushlight, by Rataplan, in foal to Tempest, by Melbourne; Tamarind, by Touchstone, in foal to Solferino; Queen Bess, by Alarm, in foal to Solferino. At Fairfield 8tud Farm, the fallowing mares have arrived to be put to Van Galen:— The Earl of Derby's Ranee, with a colt by Stockwell; Mr Jacobs's Eva, with a filly by Amsterdam; Mr Williamson's Vanilla, with a filly by Fazzoletto; and the fol- lowing barren mares: — Lord Exeter's Sultana ; Sir G. Strickland's Polly Plush, by Orlando; Brown Beauty, by Codrington; Helena, by Melbourne; and Mr Williamson's Ursuline. Several others are daily expected. At Croft Stud Farm, the following mares have arrived to be put to Thormanby:— Forget me Not, with a filly by Newminster; Mrs Carter, with a colt by Lord of the Isles; Sunflower, with a filly by Dundee; Miss Ann, with a colt by Lord of the Isles; Bridle, in foal to King Tom ; Princess Royal, in foal to New- minster ; Burlesque, in foal to Voltigeur; Morgan la Fay, in foal to Lord of the Isles; Miss Stewart, in foal to Lord of the Isles; Rogerthorpe'sdam, barren; Moestissima, barren; Plausible, in foal to Lord of the Isles; Woodbine, maiden. In addition to the above, 17 subscriptions have been taken. HOUSE OF COMMONS. THURSDAY— THE DELHI PRIZE MONEY.— In answer to Colonel Smyth, Sir G. C. LEWIS said he had no official control over the distribution of the Delhi prize money, and referred him to the Secretary for India; and so we suppose the subject will be tossed from pillar to post till there will be no candidates left to receive their share of the booty. Verily the soldier had need be a patient, sufferer. PROMOTION OF CRIMEAN OFFICERS.— General LINDSAY asked the Secretary of State for War if it were true, as reported in a military journal, that he had recently decided to make no alter- ation either in the position or in the prospects of the officers pro- moted to the rank of colonel for distinguished service in the field during the Crimean war, and who had been deprived of their re- lative rotation in the list through the action of the warrant of 1858.— Sir G. C. LEWIS said one of the last acts of his predecessor in office was to appoint a committee to inquire into the subject to which the question referred, and the committee was composed of General Yorke, General Dalzell, General Hare, General Croftwn, and the hon aud gallant general himself. The first four named of the committee agreed to a report, dated July, 1861, to the effect that the order of his predecessor should not be disturbed. But the hon and gallant general dissented from that conclusion [ hear, hear from General Lindsay], and had made a separate report. He ( Sir G. C. Lewis) had taken the whole subject into his serious consideration, and he had come to the conclusion that it would be impolitic to disturb the decision arrived at by his pre- decessor, and therefore no alteration would be made. THE ARMY ESTIMATES.— Sir G. LEWIS promised the army estimates early in the week. - THE COTTON DISTRICTS.- Mr VILLIERS obtainad leave to bring in a bill to extend for a further period the provisions of the Union Relief Aid Act of the last session. That act was intro- duced, he observed, under an idea that adequate means were not provided under the Poor- law to relieve thedistress which was likely to occur in the cotton districts, and its object was to mitigate the pressure upon the rates ( which, if it became extreme, would aggravate the distress) by devising some means to enable the guardians to relieve the ratepayers. This was done by autho- rising an extension of the area of liability to a rate in aid and the borrowing of money upon the security of the rates. The act was viewed by boards of guardians as a valuable aid, which ought ts> be continued. If it had not been put in operation to the extent it might have been, it was owing to the munificent voluntary con- tributions received from all parts of the empire. He stated the amount which had been borrowed hitherto under the act, and the amount of pauperism still existing, and added that there was no union in Lancashire or Cheshire which desired that the act should not be renewed. He had not the least reason to suppose that the powers given by the act would be abused, and he had the authority of Mr Farnall in say- ing that there was a most anxious desire on the part of the boards of guardians and of the relief committees to find independent employment for the operatives. He proposed to continue the act till Lady Day, 1864. FRIDAY.— THE GAME LAWS.— Mr W. FORSTEE gave no- tice that on the 3d of March he would move for a select committee to inquire into the operation of the game- laws. ENCLOSURE OP EPPING FOREST.— On the motion for going into committee of supply, Mr PEACOCK moved as an amendment that a humble address be presented to Her Majesty praying that Her Majesty will be graciously pleased to give direc- tionst hat no sales to facilitate enclosures be made of Crown lands or Crown forestal rights within 15 miles of the metropolis. This would include the forests of Epping and Hainault, which were of the utmost importance to the health and recreation of the masses of the people at the East End of London. The Crown rights over large portions of those forests had been parted with for trifling considerations.— Mr Cox seconded the motion.— Mr F. PEEL said the forestal rights for feeding deer were of no value to the Exchequer, and had been parted with for a small compensation.— Mr BUXTON assured the house that thou- sands of people took recreation in those parks, and he hoped that those rights, which had existed for 800 years, would not be parted with.— Mr LOCK and Mr AYRTON were satisfied the public rights could not be parted with.— The CHANCELLOR of the EX- CHEQUER objected to the wording of the motion as being too stringent, and he hoped the house would allow some discretion to the Crown.— Mr HENLEY thought the Government ought not to part with any rights without the full consent of the Crown.— Vis- count ENFIELD supported the amendment.— The house divided, when the motion for going into committee was lost by a majority of 113 to 73. The amendment was agreed to without a division. SAVINGS BANKS AND THE TOBACCO DUTY.— The house went into committee, when the CHANCELLOR of the EXCHEQUER moved a resolution on which to found a bill to enable the old savings banks to hand over their deposits to the Post Office savings banks. The resolution was agreed to, as was also another, the object of which was to reduce the duty on cigars to 5s per pound, on snuff to 3s 9d, and on other manufactured tobaccos to 4s. INNKEEPERS' LIABILITY.— Mr WYKEHAM MARTIN ob- tained leave to bring in a bill to amend the law respecting the liability of innkeepers, and to prevent certain frauds upon them The house then adjourned. RACING FIXTURES FOR 1863. FEBRUARY. Lincoln 25 MARCH. Nottingham Spring.. 3 | Shrewsbury Spring. 12 I Northampton 24 Derby Spring 5 Doiicaster Spring .. 16 Croxton Park 27 Liverpool Spring.... 10 | Warwick Spring.... 18 | Cardiff 31 APRIL. Abergavenny 9 | Newmarket FS .... 20 LiverpoolHuntClub. 10 i Llanboidy .. 2] Thirsk 14 I York Spring 28 Epsom Spring 16 Salisbury 30 Edinburgh 4 Newmarket Craven. 6 Durham 6 Knighton 7 Catterick Bridge.... 8 Chester 5 Bath 12 Marlborough 14 Ascot 2 Newton 10 Hampton 10 Odiham 16 Worcester 2 Newmarket July .. 7 Liverpool 13 Abingdon 14 Brighton 4 Brighton Club 6 Lewes 7 Reading 12 Devon and Exeter.. 1 Derby Summer .... 2 Warwick 8 Leicester 10 MAY. Harpenden 15 Epsom 19 JUNE. Beverley 17 Bibury Club 17 Stockbridge 18 JULY. Hungerford 16 Stamford 16 Pontefract 16 Nottingham 21 AUGUST. York August 18 Plymouth 20 Egham 25 SEPTEMBER. Doncaster 15 Brecon 21 Richmond 22 Radcliffe ... 25 Manchester 27 Chelmsford 23 Newcastle 23 Carlisle 30 Winchester 21 Cambridge 22 Southampton 22 Goodwood .28 Stockton 25 Oxford 27 Lichfield ..... 31 Monmouth 24 Manchester Autumn 25 Newmarketlst Oct.. 29 OCTOBER. Newmarket 2d Oct.. 12 | Lincoln Autumn.... 20 | Jfowmarket Houghtn26 NOVEMBER. Worcester 3 | Shrewsbury Autumn.... 17 Clerks of Courses are requested to give us notice of the fixtures of their meetings as early as possible. INDEX TO CLOSING OF STAKES. NottinghamSp. Feb 14 I Market Harbro'. Feb 17 I Liverpool Spr.. Feb 24 Doncaster Spring .. 17 | Croxton Park 24 | IRISH. APRIL. Athlone 211 Curragh 28 JUNE. Wicklow 17 | Curragh .23 JULY. Bellewstown 9 | Down Royal Corpo- I Tramore .... 30 | ration 22 | AUGUST. Heath 6 | Wicklow 111 Londonderry 14 SEPTEMBER. Curragh II Listowel 211 Jenkins town Park .. 23 Carlow 9 I OCTOBER. Curragh 20 MUSIC AND DRAMA. In consequence of the great pressure of sporting matter, we are compelled to omit our usual notice. BIRD FANCY— Ml- Pogson, of the Rising Sun, Sclater- street, Brick- lane, Bethnal Green, wishes to inform the bird fanciers of London that he will give a champion silver medal, open to all, to be sung for by chaffinches, for the most leads and finishes in the quarter. To take place on Feb 22. DEVONPOET ELECTION.— Mr Ferrand, the Conservative candi- date, has been returned for Devonport by a majority of SO oves Admiral Sir F. Grey, the Government candidate CITY INTELLIGENCE. DECISION AS TO NIGHT HOUSES. To- day, at Marlborough- street, Charles Stewart, waiter at a night house in Leicester- square, known as Kate Hamilton's, ap- peared upon an adjourned summons for " aiding and abe tting" the ostensible proprietor, one John Fryer, who is keeping out of the way, in suffering prostitutes to assemble in the house.— Mr Knox, who had reserved his judgment from last week, now said that if Fryer, the keeper of the house, had been charged, there would have been no difficulty about a conviction; but the ques- tion was whether a mere waiter, doing only the business of a ser- vant, was aiding and abetting in the sense intended by the legis lature. He thought it would lead to dangerous consequences if he decided in the affirmative, for then every potman whose master kept his house open after hours might be also convicted. He should, therefore, dismiss the summons, but as it was a very doubtful question, he would grant a case if required.— The super- intendent of the police said he would ask for a case. Several sum- monses were then heard against Fryer, in all of which the fine of £ 5 was inflicted. ATROCIOUS ASSAULT ON A FEMALE. To- day, at Clerkenweli, Cornelius Cronin, labourer, 13, James- street, Wellington- square, was charged with being drunk and assaulting Ann Healey, a prostitute, in the Gray's Inn- road. The unfortunate young woman, who is far advanced in pregnancy, and who appeared to have been fearfully injured in the head and face, stated that the prisoner entered into conversation with her on the previous evening, and because she refused to accompany him he became enraged, aud knocked her down in the street. She tried to get up, and he threw her down again, and kicked her violently, while several of his friends stood by and would not interfere. She felt so ill from the effects of his ill- treatment, that she feared she would not get over it for some time.— The prisoner's only defence was drunkenness.— Mr D'Eyncourt said the conduct of the prisoner was perfectly atrocious, and liig friends who stood by without interfering were a set of cowardly ruffians. It was perfectly disgraceful to the district. Sentence— Six months' hard labour. PAWNBROKERS LENDING MONEY ON THEIR OWN GOODS To- day, at the Thames police court, Ann Heath way was charged with stealing a shawl, the property of Messrs French and Ogilvie pawnbrokers, in High Poplar. She had been in the habit of pawning and redeeming property at the prosecutors', and on the previous day she offered a valuable shawl in pawn, which, upon being examined by Mr Ogilvie, was found to have his private mark upon it, pnd to have been stolen from him. The prisoner was in his shop twe or three times on the day the shawl was missed.— The prisoner in defence said she was asked by another woman to pawn the shawl. It was not likely, she said, that she should be such a fool as to go to Messrs French and Ogilvie's to pawn the shawl if she had stolen it from them.— The prisoner was sentenced to six months' hard labour for unlawful possession. GREAT FIRE IN LIVERPOOL. LIVERPOOL, SATURDAY'.— Six persons were burnt to death early this ( Saturday) morning, during a fire which took place in Oriel- street, leading from Vauxhall- road, Liverpool. BILLIARD HANDICAP AT SAVILLE HOUSE Further symptoms of improvement are now apparent in con- nection with monetary affairs. The favourable change in the specie movement has led to an increase in the stock of bullion The demand for money has become quieter, and bills which a fort- night ago could not have been negotiated under 5 per cent are now freely discounted at 4J, and in exceptional cases at 4f per cent. Under these circumstances it is not surprising that the possibility of greater ease is the subject of conversation in com- mercial circles. Trade continues quiet, but healthy. The Stock Exchange Markets have shown greater buoyancy, and Consols closed yesterday at 92| f for money, and 92f 93 for the 5th proximo. During the past week business in the Foreign Stock Market continued active, and some rather important variations have taken place in values. Greek Bonds improved about 1 j, the Egyptian Loan 1, the Peruvian Loan of 1862 1 to 1}, and Mexican Stock | to |; Old Turkish Six per Cents have advanced about £ 1, the Loan of 1858 £ 2, and the Loan of 1862 £ 2 to £ 2 5s. SATURDAY EVENING. To- day there was some slight fluctuation in the English Funds, the variation, however, only amounted to about - g per cent., Consols having closed at 92| § for money, and 93 to 93| for the Account. In the Foreign Market Turkish Bonds were firmer, the old Six per Cents, realised 89| 90j; the Loan of 1858 improved to 73 § 73|; and the paid- up loan of 1862 to 70| 70f. Railway Shares generally were about j to 5 per cent, higher. Joint- Stock Bank and miscellaneous shares exhibited no mate- rial alteration in prices. THE COURT.— Her Majesty the Queen, with his Royal High- ness the Prince of Wales, their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of Hesse, and other members of the royal family and suite, arrived at the castle at a quarter past six o'clock on Wednesday evening, February 11. The royal party left Osborne at 2: 30, Gosport at 3: 45, Basingstoke at 5, and arrived at the Windsor station of the Great Western Railway at 6: 10, attended by Mr Kelly, general superintendent of the line, and were received by Mr Matthews and Mr Burlenson— the only per- sons on the platform. The Queen, although looking rather pale, probably from the fatigue of the journey, appeared, we are happy to say, to have somewhat regained her wonted spirits. For the first time since the loss of the Prince Consort a joyous peal from the parish church of St John, by order of William Hanson, Esq, the worthy Mayor, welcomed ' Her Majesty's arrival; and the streets, from the station to the castle gates, were thronged by the inhabitants, who loudly cheered the royal party as they passed on in seven carriages to the castle, with the blinds undrawnforthe first timeon their arrival at Windsor. On Thursday the Prince of Wales took the first step towards becoming a member of the corporation of the city of London by taking up his freedom of the Worship- ful Company of Fishmongers. As a freeman he was not called upon to subscribe to the old rules, which provide that the appren- tices " shall not suffer their hair to grow long,'' and " shall wear gowns in the fisli- market, but not out of it;'' though he did de- clare that he would be " obedient to the wardens of the mistery, ready to come at their summons and lawful warning, or else pas' such penalties and fines as he should forfeit by reason of his dis- obedience." The company of the Fishmongers, which the Heir Apparent thus joined, is one of the oldest and wealthiest., as it was formerly one of the most numerous and powerful, of the an- cient liveries of London. ARRIVAL OF THE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA.— We are authorised to state that 011 the arrival of her Royal Highness the Princess Alexandra of Denmark in London, on Saturday, March 7, the route of the royal procession from the Bricklayers'Arms station to Paddington will be as follows:— Bricklayers' Arms, Old Kent- road, Borough, London Bridge, King William- street, Mansion House, Cheapside, St Paul's Churchyard, Temple- bar, Strand, Trafalgar- square, by the National Gallery, Pall- mall, St James's- street, Piccadilly, Hyde Park- corner, through the Park to the Marble Arch, Edgware- road, Grand Junction- road, past the Great Western Hotel to the Paddington station. We are also authorised to state that two Drawing- rooms and two Levees will be held on the part of the Queen at St James's Palace after Easter. Presentations may take place under the usual regu- lations at all these courts, and will be considered as having been made to Her Majesty. HEALTH OF LONDON.— The deaths in the week ending Feb 7 were 1,310, being 144 below the average. The mortality from zymotic diseases was last week above the average, while from pulmonary diseases it was greatly below the average. Under the former head are classed 348 deaths, against a corrected average of 303; under the latter head 250, the corrected average being 342. Phthisis is not classed in the tables with pulmonary diseases ; it was fatal in 125 cases, the corrected average being 162. There were 28 deaths from small- pox in the week, 25 from measles, 61 from scarlatina, 18 from diphtheria, 66 from whooping- cough, 63 from typhus, and as many as 28 from croup. There were 154 from bronchitis, 62 from pneumonia, and 66 from heart disease. The births were 1,055 boyg, and 1,038 girls; total, 2,093. The billiard handicap between the professionals of London, and ^ heir even still more distinguished brethren of the cue of the provinces, commenced on Wednesday last in the large room at Saville House, Leicester- square. The object of the handicap was to present Roberts, the cham- pion billiard player of England, with a testimonial, and the heats were 200 up, the points received by each party being signified after their names. A great number of well- known players offered their services, and at seven o'clock on Wednesday evening the play commenced. The room was much crowded, seats being arranged so as to enable every one to have an uninterrupted view of the game as it proceeded, and speculation ran very high, especially upon those whose capabilities were more widely known. The arrangements made by Dufton deserve great praise, and such a billiard treat has seldom been furnished to the lovers of this scientific game. The first game was between G. Hall, who started at 100, and Peters at 70, in which the first- named won easily by 41 points. T. Allen 60, and C. Smith 80, played the second heat, and Allen won by 45 points. The third heat was between C. Gibson 45, and G. Ade 60, the last- named winning by 76 points. Jonathan Owen 45, and C. Norcliffe 90, played a good game, Jonathan Owen winning a close match by 18 points. G. Mulberry and W. Wesley at 30 each, the only even match in the handicap, played a most interesting game, in which Mulberry was the favourite. They scored remarkably evenly, the game standing at 197 to 198, when Mr Wesley won off the top cushion with the butt, his opponent having left a baulk. At the conclusion of this heat Wesley was backed freely to win the handicap. C. Hughes at 20, and T. Otta- way at 60, played a fine game, Hughes winning by 7 points onlj-. W. Hitchin 30, and W. Dufton 45, in the next heat exhibited some grand play, but Dufton, who was in fine form, accomplished an easy victory, and closed the play for the first day.— On Thursday Monkhouse at 80, and Jones at 60, opened the ball at the board of green cloth, and Jones was defeated. J. Batchlor at 60, and Cook, jun, at 65, contended with varied chances, Batchlor winning. In the next heat Bowles, who started at the scratch, played Leger at 80 points, and polished him off'rapidly. G. Ade then beat Monkhouse, after which Smith competed with Batchlor, and beat him by 22 points. In the course of this heat Batchlor took 100 to 8 about his winning the handicap, which was laid by a friend of Smith's, who took all sorts of odds during the game with undaunted pluck, and won a hatful of money. Hughes and Wes- ley were then pitted against each other at a difference of 10 points, 6 to 4 being laid on Hughes, but the layers of the odds werefloored, as Wesley, a young but most promising player, won by 87 points. On Friday evening the handicap was continued by Hall, who re- ceived 100 points, and Bowles. The game opened at 2 to 1 on Bowles, who was beaten by 100 points. Hall then played Ade, the latter losing, only scoring 113. Wesley and Smith then played their 50 points difference between them. This state of things was maintained to the middle of the game, when Wesley maie a great break, and came even with Smith. Any odds were then offered on Wesley; his opponent, however, played very pluckily, although unfortunately, being beaten by 11 points. The three left in were Wesley, Dufton, and Hall, the two latter- men- tioned playing to decide who should finally compete with Wes- ley for the cup. Dufton and Hall played at a difference of 55 points, Hall starting at 100. Dufton gradually gained on his op- ponent, caught him at 146, and won by 31 points. Dufton played with great care. The betting for the final heat is slightly in fa- vour of Wesley. Play will begin on Saturday afternoon, Feb 14, punctually at seven o'clock. The deciding lieat will be between Wesley and Dufton, after which the cup will be presented, and Roberts will play the winner a match of 500 up. The final heat in the handicap for the Roberts Testimonial was played yesterday ( Saturday) evening, the two left in being Wesley and Dufton. Wesley is a young, but brilliant and showy player, who, on several occasions, during the handicap, quite electrified the company who assembled to witness the play, by his magni- ficent execution of some most extraordinary strokes. He is the marker at the Opera Colonnade Hotel, and although he did not secure a victory on this occasion over his highly accomplished antagonist, his play entitles him to be ranked amongst the first class. Of Dufton, who is the marker at Saville House, it is not, perhaps, too much to say, that his public matches have hitherto been hardly a fair test of his skill, for in his matches with Bowles and Hughes ill luck pursued him throughout. He has hitherto been considered to be wanting in pluck, but he certainly exhi- bited no sign of fear in this match ; on the contrary, he played throughout with great confidence and judgment. The play com- menced at half- past seven, Dufton starting at 55, Wesley at 30, the game 300 up. Both played very cautiously, 5 to 4 being offered on We3ley, without takers, which at 46 to 81 was increased to 6 to 4. At this point Dufton got in, and made a break of 32, dur- ing which 5 to 4 was laid on him to some money. He made 20 more, and the game 136 to 46. 7 to 4 was offered, with 3 to I wanted, without a response. Dufton made his lot 148, Wesley totalling 60, and then a fine break of 34. Dufton followed with 25 and then played a careless cannon. The game proceeded evenly, until at 193 to 123 Sufton had a capital run of 33. scoring seven spot strokes in succession. Wesley succeeded with a breaK and got to 159, leaving one red spotted, when Dufton again let loose and made eight red hazards in succession, the score then standing 255 to 159, amid much cheering, and 5 to 1 offered on Dufton, who went on and on, constant breaks falling to his share. When the score stood at 270 to 170 a backer of Wesley's offered 30 to 2 on Dufton to hedge, with no response. At 299 to 175 the excitement was great, as Wesley seemed to have a chance, the balls breaking well and his confidence unabated, but he failed at a long screw cannon, and Dufton won by 119 points. He was warmly congra- tulated by his friends, and'his exertions to get up this handicap certainly deserve the handsome prize he has won. Mr Roberts then presented the cup to Dufton amid much cheer- ing. The winner, in responding, said that he was very much obliged to the gentlemen for attending, and to his brother pro- fessionals for coming forward in so good a cause and for so good a man. Mr Roberts was no doubt not only the champion player of England but of the world, and as good as a man as he was great as a player. He ( Dufton) had found him act so towards him ever since he had known him. Having taken some trouble in getting up the handicap he had been well supported by the gentlemen patrons of the game and by his brother professionals, whose united assistance had helped in bringing so good a cause to a successful and gratifying issue. This speech was received with loud cheers, and the cup being made into a " loving" one for the players, the match with Roberts and Dufton proceeded, the champion giving Dufton 200 points in 500. Dufton played FROM THE LONDON GAZETTE OF TUESDAY, FEB 10. BANKRUPTCIES ANNULLED. Joseph Perigoe, Tunbridge Wells, builder. Charles Garner, late of East Grinstead, Sussex, farmer. James Hunt, Sheffield, plumber. BANKRUPTS. Wm. Rted, Southgate, grocer. Uriah Wackrill, Battersea- rise, farm bailiff. ,. Joseph Macers, Grange- ter, Blue Anchor- rd, Bermendsey, tallo;., Joseph Rane, Bushey, Herts, mechanical engineer. James Barrett Mann, Great Warley, Essex, gardener. Ann Anderson, Green- street, Leicester- square. Edwin Priestly, Suffolk- place, Kingsland- road, journeyman printte> Robert Edmands, Gower- street, Bedford- square, dealer in shares. Michael Thorn. Burghfield Hill, near Reading, briekmaker. Joseph Henry Spicer, Bedford- place, Kensington, builder. Peter Simpson, Frederick- street, Hampstead- road, builder. D. B. Harcourt, Thatcham, near Newbury, Berkshire, attorney. Wm. Thos. Hyde Maplesden, High- st, Shoreditch, licensed victualler. John Arkell, Britannia- street, lloxton, shoe manufacturer. Richard Gale, Barking- rd and East India- rd, Poplar, barge builder. George Cappel, Albany- road, Camberwell, merchant's clerk. Henry Stephen Serres, White Cottages, Hackney, accountant. John'Pengelly, Brighton, tailor. Philip Brake, Broadley- terrace, Blandford- square, bath attendant. Wm. Neale. Queen- street, Bermondsey New- road. John Stevensi > 11, Gibson- square, Islington, commission agent. John Jones, King's- cross, grocer. Henry Griffiths, Pleasant- row, Holloway- road, omnibus driver. Thomas Henry Mackenzie, Rye lane, Peckham, commercial traveller. Thomas I'etipher, South- st, Clifton- st, Finsbury, harness maker. Thomas Badgerv, Worcester, journeyman leather dresser. George Evans, Hodnet, Salop, licensed victualler. Margaret and Henry Hall, Blymill, Staffordshire, fanners. John Walters, Stoke- upon- Trent, joiner. Wm. Spreat, Gloucester, currier. George Spencer Toms, Bishop's Nympton, Devonshire, farmer. James Thomas Rundle, Plymouth, draper. Charles Fox, Lincoln, builder. Rudolph Wm. Moll, late of Kingston- upon- Hull, merchant. Richard Turner, Chesterfield, cabinet maker. Hugh Foulkes, Conway, Carnarvonshire, butcher. Edward Edwards, Bangor, ironmonger. George Mitton, Ivlrkdale, near Liverpool, licensed victualler. Thomas Schofleld, Rochdale, druggist. Henry Turner, Manchester, clerk. James Inglis Johnstone, Washington, Durham, joiner. James Harper, Southwiek, near Sunderland, grocer. Ralph Lowrie, Newcastle- upon- Tyne, commission agent. Robert Broadbent, Manchester, provision dealer. Henry Rothwell, Salford. Janet Williams, LlaHtrissent, Glamorganshire. John Day, Rotherham, labourer. John Jarvis and Thomas ( lonnor, Rotherham, plasterers. Wm. Houghton, Inskip- with- Sowerby, Lancashire, hay dealer. Thomas Long, Burnley. Adam Carter, Bolton, ale merchant. Joseph Bailey, Nottingham, iron moulder. Thomas Ruslit'orth, Huddersfield, joiner. John Eastwood, Huddersfield, farmer. Thomas Taylor, Huddersfield, waste dealer. James Hampson. Marsuen, near Huddersfield, grocer. Robert Lemon, Ranwort. h, Norfolk, licensed victualler. John Broughton. Bath, beer- house keeper. Wm. Chapman, Bath, engineer. Wm. Robinson, Hartshorne, Derbyshire, bootmaker. John Bamford, Sollom, within Tarleton, Lancashire, wheelwright. John Finch, Frimley, licensed victualler. George Popple, Aldershott, bootmaker. Richard Boardman. Liverpool, car proprietor. David Walters, late of Swansea, tallow chandler. George Sole, Littlehampton, Sussex, mariner. Immanuel Liebich, Brighton, teacher of music. Edwin Brooker, Doncaster, carver. Thomas Liddell, Newcastle- upon- Tyne. John Young, Newcastle upon- Tyne, tailor. George Keeble, Ipswich, painter. Wm. Gilkes Gauthern, Kidderminster. Benjamin Maddock, Chester, butcher. Henrv Eland, Blaydon, Durham, grocer. Wm. Ackland, Torquay, hay dealer. John Smith Whittaker, Great Grimsby, cooper. Samuel Vamplew, Grimoldby, Lincolnshire, labourer. Mary Wildbore, West Stockwith, Nottinghamshire, joiner. Charles Wildbore, West Stockwith, Nottinghamshire, joiner. John Weare, Wellsbury, Wells, Somersetshire. Wm. Bennett, Wraxhall, East Pennard, Somersetshire, carpenter. James Holt, Burley, near Leeds, journeyman dyer. Fanny Sisson, Ilkeston, shopkeeper. John Lee, Farnham, licensed victualler. Robert Keleall, Burslem, potter. Richard Legs, jun, Litton, Cheny, Dorsetshire, butcher. John Edwards, Dolgelly, farmer. Edward Perks, Worcester, licensed victualler. John Evans, Llanbedr, Merionethshire, master mariner. Thomas Pearson, Kingston- upon- Hull, pork butcher. George Furness, Bollington, Cheshire, butcher. John Thomas Hunt, Macclesfield. Thomas Mander, late of Leamington Priors, nurseryman. SCOTCH SEQUESTRATIONS. R. Livingston. Rawyards, near Airdrie, coalmaster. E. M'Kenzie, Glasgow, house painter. W. Smith and C. Mackay, Inverness, ironfounders. A. Morrison, Glasgow, cab proprietor. W. Asher, Nairn, bookseller. T. Lough, Edinburgh, cabinet maker. J. Pearson, Broadley, near Nairn, farmer. J. Maxwell, Dumbarton, bricklayer. J. Lillie, Glasgow, sewed muslin manufacturer. A. Black, Kinnell, wood merchant. FROM THE LONDON GAZETTE OF FRIDAY, FEB 13. BANKRUPTS. Liberty Hodges, New Bold- street, Commercial- road East, steward, Henry" C. Losack, Coulson- street, King's- road, Chelsea. Thomas Jeffries, Harrow Wealcl, painter. Charles Kerr Crouch, Lime- street, City, ship broker. Frederick Miller, Charles street, Hackney- rd, manager to a brewer. Ann Underbill, Old- street, St Luke. John W. Beasley, Rock- place, Tottenham- road, Kingsland, plumber. W. H. Short, Charing- cross Hospital, Strand, dispenser of medicines. W. A. Hall, Upper ' lachbrook- st, Pimlico, manufacturer of silk goods. Thomas Karnshaw, jun, Astey's- road, Islington, watchmaker. Peter Frederick Hall, Carlton- road, Globe- lane, Mile End, oilman. Greatrex Naden, Speenhamland, Newbury, Berks, veterinary surgeon. Thomas Ward. Newgate- street, commission agent. George Edwards, Great Ilford, Essex, baker. Hermann Meitzner, City- road, dining- room keeper. Peter Scotland, Buxton- road, Stratford, Essex, commission agent, William Michael Neale, Westbourne- place, Pimlico, doctor of medicine. Adolphus chariot Cannot, Haymarket, hotel keeper. Jane i'uttnam, New- court, George- yard, Whitechapel, needlewoman. William Garrett, Upper King- street, Holborn, furniture broker. Henry Foulkes, Broad- court, Bow- street, omnibus proprietor. A. A. Mailfer, Bedford- street, Strand, refreshment- house keeper. Robert Neil, St John's Wood, law student. George Sherlock, Old Kent- road, coffee- house keeper. James Lupton, Whittlebury- street, Euston- square, carpenter. John Osier, City- road, jeweller and button dealer. John Rogers, South- street, New North- road, grocer. Joseph Ray Lldbetter, Plumstead, Kent, builder. George Williams, Llanavon Dorstoue, Herefordshire, farmer. John Dresser Lyon, Birmingham, music seller. John Birchall, Rugby, builder. William Pask, Gloucestershire, manufacturing chemist. John Harris, Blaenavon, Menmouthshire, general- shop keeper. Philip Antrobus, Northwich, Cheshire, estate agent. Thomas Canning, Cu, ford- road, Kingsiand, clerk. Louis Londynski, Lisle- street, Leicester- square, physician. Alfred Heath, Green- street, Grosvenor- square, painter. Anthony Vogt, Carburton- street, Marylebone, clockmaker. James Hewitt, Norwich, builder. Philip Daft, Cumberland- terrace, Clerkenwell. James Briggs Holroyd Henderson, Berners- street, Oxford- st, baker. William Boulding, Lower- road, Rotherhithe, draper and glover. William Kitchen, Praed- st, Paddington, oil and Italian warehouseman. Jasper Carter, Haywood's- place, Old Kent- road, tailor. Abraham Beresford, Homer- terrace, Victoria Park, clerk. Daniel Bliss, Great College- street, Camden Town, gas engineer. Horatio Nelson Harrop, Manchester, photographer. Richard Sellers, Blackburn, butcher. Chares William Cooper, Lower Broughton, Manchester, salesman. Luke Johnson, Ovington, Northumberland, licensed victualler. John Eaton, Birmingham, general ironmonger. John Stewart, Everton, Liverpool, joiner. Joim O'Connor, Liverpool, marine store dealer. Thomas Williams, Liverpool, ironmonger. Thomas Newton, Toxteth Park, near Liverpool, grocers' assistant. Abraham David Fleigeltaub, Liverpool, general draper. Edward Fletcher, Manchester, beerhouse keeper. William Taylor, Ardwick, Manchester, engine driver. Daniel Sullivan, Everton, Liverpool, fruiterer. Thomas Davies, Caenant, Montgomeryshire, farmer. Samuel Bracegirdle. Northwich, Cheshire, timber broker. T. N. and W. H. Parker, Birkenhead, house agents. Richard Henry Bartlett, Liverpool, licensed victualler. William Oliver, Liverpool, joiner. Samuel Taylor, Manchester, provision dealer. James Breach, Hulme, Manchester, salesman. W. Barker, Colstcrwortli, Lincolnshire, road surveyor. Joseph Beresford, Nottingham, grocer. W. Wilkinson, New Lenton, Nottinghamshire, overlooker of machines. Joseph Clarke, Nottingham, lace designer. Eli Leach, Rochdale, Lancashire, beer retailer. William Walker, Ashton- under- Lyne, stonemason. Simeon Moores, Congleton, Cheshire, grocer and fruiterer. Charles Plant, Church Hulme, Cheshire, licensed victualler. Matthew Gibbins, New Sleaford, Lidcolnshire, carrier. William Heritage, Northampton, farmer. Samuel Gibbs, Thorndon, Suffolk, tailor and draper. Thomas Kendell Kirby, Chichester, fruiterer and greengrocer. Thomas Machin, Bagley, Shropshire, tailor. James Edmonds, Portsea, Hampshire, builder. Francis Miller, Portsea, Hampshire, market gardener. Thomas Mellows, Leicester, farm bailiff. Edward Russell, Reigate. Surrey. Samuel Hodgkins, Stourbridge, Worcestershire, builder. John Wilkinson, Greenhaugh, Northumberland, grocer. Richard Marklew, Stafford, warder of the county prison. Francis Page, Walton upon- Trent, Derbyshire, carpenter. Frederick Ensby, Collyers End, Hertfordshire, cattle dealer. Thomas Mallorie Issott, Leeds, tutcher. J. Yoisey, sen, Prittlewell, & J. Voisoy, jun, Southend, cabinet makers. J. Carter, Cockermouth, Cumberland, grocer. Edward Jones, Wrexham. Denbighshire, publican. Thomas K. Bickell, Tavistock, Devonshire, assistant to a grocer. John Masoi. and Henry Mason, Lipson Mills, Devonshire, millers. Edward Fenton, Dewsbury, Yorkshire, rag and shoddy dealer. John Tringham, Hereford, painter, plumber, and glazier. Gilbert Svmons, Liskeard, Cornwall, plumber. William Ollivier, St Cleer, Cornwall, carpenter. Charles Booking, Wadhurst, Sussex, schoolmaster. Sarah Eede, All'old, Surrey, licensed victualler. SCOTCH SEQUESTRATIONS. Joseph Ferguson, Glasgow, boot and shoemaker. Robert Scorgie, Courtstone, farmer. Thomas Hamilton, Haddington, horse dealer. THE MARKETS. CORN EXCHANGE, MARK- LANE.- FRIDAY. The various country markets have been fairly supplied with Wheat this week, and with some improvement in the weather, the samples have come to hand in rather better condition. The trade has shown 110 signs of rallying, and prices continue to exhibit a downward tendency. Barley has maintained its firmness, and occasionally Is per qr dearer. The Oat trade has been no better than last week at previous prices; but Beans and Peas have become firmer, and are rather higher. Flour has been dull and drooping in value. The aggregate quantity of English, Wheat, & c, at Mark- lane this week has been rather more liberal:; but of foreign grain and Fiour the arrivals have been more moderate. The market to- day was heavy, and only the best sampies of Wheat could be placed at Monday's nominal quotations. The Flour trade unaltered. Barley steady and firm. There was no great deal passing in Oats, but prices about the same as on Monday. Beans and Peas held firmly.— Essex, Kent, and Suffolk, old white, 50s to 56s ditto, new, 48s to 53s; ditto, old red, 50s to 54s; ditto, new, 42s to 52s; Norfolk, Lincolnshire and Yorkshire, 42s to 52s. Barley— Malting, 28s to 33s; Chevalier, 3ts to 41s ; dlstli ling, 30s. to 34s; grinding, 26s to 29s. Oats— English, feed, 19s to 23s; ditto, potato, 23s to 2fis; Scotch feed, new, 20s to 23a; ditto, oid, - s to — s; ditto, potato, 24s to 27s; Irish feed, white, 16s to 23s; ditto, black, 16s to 22s. Malt— Essex, Norfolk, aud Suffolk, new, 60s to 67s; ditto, old, — s to — s: Kingston, Ware, and town- made, 60s to 67s; brown, 50s to 56s Beans— Mazagan, 30 s tools; tick, 28s to 31s; harrow, 31s to 35s ; pigeon, 37s to 43s. Peas- White boilers, 37 s to 40s ; maple, S8s to 40s; grey, 34s to 35s. FLWUR— Town- made, per sack, 380ib, 42s to 47s; ditto, eonutry, 34s to 35s ; ditto, household, 36s to 38s; Norfolk and Suffelk, 32sto34s. FOREIGN.— Wheat- Dant- zic, mixed qualities, 51s to 56a ; ditto, extra fine, 67s to 62s ; Konlgs- berg, 50s to 5.5s: Rostock, 50s to 54s; ditto, tine, 54s to 56s ; American, white, 51s to 55s: ditto, red, 48s to - 50s ; Pomeranian, & c, 49s to 53s; Sileslan, red, 48s to 53s ; ditto, white, 50s to 54s ; Danish and Holstein, — s to — s; Russian, hard, 40s to 43s; Petersburg and Riga, 43s to 51s. Barley— Grinding, 23s to 27s; distilling, 3ns to 33a. Oats— Dutch, Poland and brew, 18s to 23s ; feed, 16g to 21s ; ditto, feed, — s to — s; Danish & Swedish, feed, I8s to 22s; St Petersburg, 20s to 23s, Russian, — s to — s. Beans— Freisland and Holstein, 33s to 37s; Konlgsberg, SOS to 35s; Egyptian, 30s to 32s. Peas— Feeding, 35s to40s; fine boilers. 38s to 40s. Indian Corn— White, 32s to 34s ; yellow, 3ls to 33s. Flour- French, per sack, 40s to 44s; Spanish, 40s to 44a. American, per bar- rel 22s to 29s. METROPOLITAN CATTLE MARKET, THURSDAY.—^ The supply of Beasts on sale in our market to day was moderate as to number, aud the general quality of the stock was good. All breeds moved off slowly, at prices about equal to Monday. The best Scots and crosses realised 4s lod per 81b. We were rather scantily supplied with Sbfrnp, for which the inquiry was in a sluggish state, at previous currci The top figure was 5s lOd per 81b. We have to report a sluggish sa le f'rr Calves, at a deeline in the value of 2d per 81b. The top price was 5s 44 I11 Pigs and milch Cows there was very little doing, on former terme Beef— Inferior coarse Beasts, 3s 4d to 3s 6d; second quality, 3s S< i to 4s Od; prime large Oxen, 4s 2d 4s 6d; prime Scots 4a 8d to 4a lOd. Sheep— Inferior coarse Sheep, 3s 6d to 4s 0d; second quality, 4a 2d to 4s lOd ; prime coarse woolled, 5s Od to5s 6d; prime South Down 5e 8d to fis Od. Calves— Large coarse Calves, 4s 2d to 4s lOd: prime small, 5s Od to5a4d. Pork— Large Hogs, 3s 8d to 4s 4d; neat small porkers, 4s 6d to 4s 8d. Suckling Calves, 12a to 20beach; quarter old store Pigs, 21s to 28s ditto. Lambs, 0a 0d to 0s Od. H « ad of Cattle on sale— Bessrs 970, Cows 120, Sheep 3,140, Calves 250, Pigs 360, Foreign— Beasts, 250, SheeD 900, Calves 120. We find Du Barry's health- restoring Revalenta Arabica Food the safest remedy for nervous, bilious, stomachic, and liver com- plaints, distension, constipation, indigestion ( dyspepsia), con- sumption, diarrhoea, all gastric disorders, acidity, heartburn, palpitation, noises in the ears, deafness, irritability, sleeplessness, flatulency, phlegm, hcemorrhoids, coughs, colds, asthma, bron- ^... ^ , chitis, dysentery, debility, impurities and poverty of the blood. well, but the Champion had a long break at 96 and made 52, to- ; — Andrew Ure, M. D., F. R. S.; Dr Harvey, Dr Shorland, Dr tailing 148, at which point Dufton was 257. He increased that Campbell, Dr Rud Wurzer. It saves fifty times its cost in lead 50 more, until Roberts passed the 300. From this point the ; <? ther remedies. JPacked in tins, lib, 2s 9d; 121b, free of carriage, Champion gradually progressed, though not by any large breaks, and finally won by ' 23 points, thus bringing to" a close a most sa- tisfactory four days' play. CRYSTAL PALACE.— Return of admissions for six days ending Saturday, Feb 12 ( including season ticket holders).. 11,980, [ 22s. Barry Du Barry and Co, 77, Regent- street, London; 26, Place Vendome. Paris : and 12, Rue d I'Empereur, Brussels. Printed and Published by WILLIAM CHABH; S CLEMENT, at the Office, 170, Strand, in the Parish of St. Clement Danes, in the City and Liberty of Westminster.— SUNDAY F£ B 15, 1863,