The Press. — London, England, 1858-05-22 00:00:00

" T ImpERIAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY, 1, Old Broad-street, London : Instituted Id2o. DIRECTORS. MARTIN TUCKER SMITH, Esq., IL P., Chairman. GEORGE WILLIAM COTTAM, Esq., Deputy Chairman. Thomas George Barolay Esq. George I libbert, Esq. James C. C. Bell, Esq. Samuel Ilibbert, James Brand, Esq. Daniel Mildred, Esq. Charles Cave, Esq. Jame, Gordon Murdoch, Esq. Geroge Henry Cutler, Esq. Frederick Pattison, Esq. Booty Davidsou,William R. Robinson, Esti . George Field, Esq. Newman Smith, Esq. SECURITY. —The existing liabilities of the Company do not exceed 3,Ue0,0001. The investments axe nearly 1,000,60q1., in addition to upwards of 600,0001., for which the shareholder* are responsible, and the income is about 120,0001. per annum. PROFlTS.—Four•fifths, or eighty per cent. of the profits, are assigned to Policies every fifth year. The next appropriation will be made in 1-.461, and persons who now effect insurances will participate rateably. BONUS.—The additions to Policies have been from 11. 10s. to 01.1 W per canton the original sums insured. CLAIMS. —Upwards of 1,230,0001. has been paid to claimant* under policies. Proposals for insurances may be made at the chief office, as above; at the branch office, IC, Pall Mall, Loudon ; ur to auy of the agents throughout the Kingdom. SAMUEL INGALL, Actuary. GLENFTELD PATENT STARCH USED IN THE ROYAL LAUNDRY, And pronounced by HER MAJESTY'S LAUNDRESS tobe THE FINEST STARCH SHE EVER USED. Sold by all Chandlers, Orocers.&c.ae. 13 WELLINGTON-STREET NORTH, STRAND.—OLDRIDGE'S BALM OF COLUMBIA is the most certain remedy for RESTORING and strengthening the HAIR. By it whiskers and moustaches are produced and beset:fled. The most delicate head-dress or bonnet can be worn without fear of soiling.—Sold by all Perfumers and Chemists, wholesale and retail, in bottles, 3s. 64., 66., and 11s.; and by the Proprietors, C. and A. OLDRIDGE 19, Wellington-street North, seven doors from the Strand. n EAFNESS.—The only medal awarded at v the Great Exhibition of 1831 (for Acoustic Instruments) was to F. C. REIN, for his new ACI)USTIC INS I'HUM KNTS for the DEAF. They are made of different power, to suit ex• treme and every degree of Deafaess. To be procured only of the sole inventor and maker, F. C. REIN, RN, STRAND, nearly opposite Exeter-hall, whole the Instrument can be tried and numerous testimonials seen ; amongst many, one from the Right Hon. Sir John Patteson, one of her Majesty's Privy Counciliore. THE SYDENHAM TOP COAT is male from 1 the best Materials, by Workmen of cultivates taste, at the moderate sum of Two Guineas ; the appreciation of the fashion. able world of genuine 11134.1 perfect Articles of Dress renders the success of the Sydenham Top Coat a certainty.—SAMUEL BROTHERS, 29, Ludgate-hill. WHAT'S IN A NAME?—This query can be answered by SAMUEL BROTHERS, 29, Ludgate•bill, the Inventors of the siDI4:N HAM TROUSERS, 175. dd.; for in the fashionable world there is associated with the Sydetihain Trousers a perfect dea synonymous with a graceful, easy, and well-fitting garment. D O YOU WANT LUXURIANT HAIR, WHISKERS, &c. f—COUP ELLE'S CRINUTRIAR is guaranteed to produce whiskers, moustachios, eyebrows, tic., in two 01 three weeks with the utmost certainty, strengthen weak bur, prevent its falling oil, check greyness iu all its stages, and reproduce the hair in baldness, from whatever cause, price 2s. Sold by all Chemists in the world ; or will be sent post free, on receiv.ot 21 penny postage•stamps, by tl isa Coupelle, 69, Castle street, Newman•street, Oxford-street, London. A toilet guide sent post free for four penny postage-stamps. " It completely restorrd my hair."—Miss Davis. " My whiskers are now grow• log freely."-11. Merry, Esq. ?tIAPPIN'S " SHILLING " RAZOR, Sold 111 everywhere, warranted good by the Makers, MAPPIN BROTHERS, QUEEN'S CUTLERY WORKS, SHEFFIELD; mid 67 and 68, KING WILLIAM•STREET, CITY, LONDON, where the Largest Stook of Cutlery in the World is kept. ATAPPIN'S SUPERIOR TABLL•KNIVES maintain their unrivalled Superiority—handles cannot Possibly become loose—the blades are all of the very first quality, being their own Sheffield manufac;ure. Tble. Kne. Dst. Kne. Carvers Ivory :SI in. Handle, b a l ance d.. 40 s . per Doz. per Doz. per Pair. ice. Bs. Do. 4 in. do. .. 284. Ida. 35. If &PPEN'S SILVER-PLATED DESSERT KNIVES and FORKS, In Mahogany Cases. 12 Pairs Knives and Foiks,lvory Handles, in Case.. 80s. 12 Do. Pearl Handles. do. .. 13 0 s. 11 Do. Silver-Plated tlandles,do. 80s. C AfIN P A P'S EL ' TRO- ILVER PLATE.- I.IL ItAPPIN BROTHERS , Manufacturers by Special Ap pointment to the Queen, are the only Sheffield makers who sup- Ply the consumers in London. Their LONDON SHOW ROOMS, 67 and 68, KIND WILLIAM•sTREZT, London-bridge, "itlin by tar the largest SCOCK of ELECTHO-SILTER pLATF: in the World, which is transmitted direct from their Manufactory, Queen's Cutlery Works, Sheffield. - - —• • Fiddle Double King's Pattern. Thread. Pattern. 12 Table Forks, beat quality ..11 16 0 12 14 0 13 0 0 12 Table Spoons, best quality.. 116 0 214 0 3 0 1 2 Dessert F or k s, best quality .. 1 7 0 2 0 0 2 6 0 Dessert Spoons, best quality 1 7 0 2 0 0 2 4 0 12 Tea Spoons, beet quality .... 016 0 1 4 0 1 7 0 Mesi". Mkppin Brothers respectfully invite buyers to inspect their unprecedented display, which, for beauty of design , ex . 9indite workmanship, and novelty, stands unrivalled. Their 11!;lielitrated Cat a l ogue, which is continually receiving alditions of , : 11 Designs. free on application . —MAPPlW BROTJICRS, 67 and King W illiam.street, London.brldge; Manufactory Quot Her Cutlery Works, Shettleld. THE LIVERPOOL and LONDON FIRE and LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY'S INVESTED FUNDS EXCEED ONE MILLION STERLING. 1836. 1887. 1837. £222,000 .. Fire Premiums £289.000 .... Ingress° .. £87,000 7.2,780 .. Life 17,338 .. Life Annuities 820,000 .. Accumulated 1 1,088,000 .... Increase .. 288,000 I Funds Prospectuses and forms of proposal to be had on application. The Income of the Company now exceeds 450,0001. a year. ACCIDENTS OF EVERY DESCRIPTION £l,OOO IN CASE OF DEATH, OR A FIXED ALLOWANCE OF £6 PER WEEK IN THE EVENT OF INJURY, _ may be secured by en /Whiled Payment of £3 for a Policy in the RAILWAY PASSENGERS' ASSURANCE COMPANY- A special Act provides that persons receiving compensation from this Company are not barred thereby from recovering full damages from the party causing the injury ; an advantage no other Company can offer. It is found that ONE PERSON in every FIFTEEN is more or less injured by Accident yearly. This Company has already paid as compensation fur Accidents £27,98.8. Forms of Proposal and Prospectuses way be had at the Com pany's Offices, and at all the principal Railway Stations, where, also, Railway Accidents alone may be insured against by the Journey or year. HE PRESS, MAY 22, 1858. TO THE WEALTHY AND RESPECTABLE CLASSES.—The honour of an Inspection of the following Articles of Dress is requested by H. J. and D. NICOLL :—For GENTLEMEN, at 114, 115, 118, and 120, Regent•street, and i 2, Cornh ill, Paletots of every description, some being of beautitul light fabrics for summer, and others of thicker materials, which, like those for trousers and waistcoats, are the beat specimens of English manufactures. A large assortment may be found ready for immediate use; some are waterproofed, and the whole are marked in plain figures at most moderate prices. In the F.stabliahment, 142, R egent-street, for LADIES ' and YOUTHS' CLOTHING, the same excellence prevails, particularly in Mantles and other Garments of silk and cloth. Metiers. Nicoll employ Cutters fur each specialty. DINNEFORD'S PURE FLUID MAGNESIA has been for many years sanctioned by the most eminent of the Medical Profession as an excellent remedy for Acidity, Heartburn, Headache, Gout, and Indigestion. As a mill ape rient it is admirably adapted for delicate females, particularly during pregnancy ; and it prevents the food of infants from turning sour during digestion. Combined with the ACIDU• LATED I.F.MON SYRUP, it forms an Effervescing Aperient Draught, which is highly agreeable and efficacious.—Prepared by Dinneford and Co., Dispensing Chemists (and Genera' Agents for the Improved Horsehair Gloves and Belts), 172, New Bond-street, London ; and sold by all respectable Chemists throughout the Empire. RENSON'S WATCHES. JJ "!Excellence of design and perfection of workmanship."— Homing Chronicle. "The qualities of his manufacture stand second to none."— Morning Advertiser. "All that can be desired in finish, taste, and design."—Globe. "The Watches here exhibited surpass those of any other English manufacturer."—Obsercer. Those who cannot personally inspect this extensive and costly stock, should send two stamps for "Benson's Illustrated Pamphlet," containing important information requisite in the purchase of a Watch, and from which they can select with the their • FUNDS URGENTLY REQUIRED by the 11 IsCHARG/CD PRISONERS' AID SOCI fen. PRESI DENT—The Marquis of WESTMINSTER. BAN KERS—Mee3rs. Ransom, Bow erie, and Co. 1, Pall Mall Fast. Since May, 1857, employment found for I men and 16 women ; emigrated, 46 men and 5 women. S. WHITBREA Esq., M.P. Hon. Seca. 118, ("allMall. W. BAYNE RANK EN, &lg. ALADY of much experience, whose present engagement will conclude et Midsummer, seeks a HE ENGAGEM ENT. Her acquirements are English generally, French, German, and Music.—Address 8.G.L., Post Office, Spennithorne, Bedale. REAL SPANISH MANTILLA The CHEAPEST HOUSE in LONDON for REAL SPANISH MANTILLAS, BRUXELLES BRIDAL VKI LS and FLOUNCES, IRI 4H POINT Ditto Ditto. A. BLACKBORNE'S, NA, SOUTH AU DLEY SrREET, 0 ROSVP NOR-SQUARE. CIOUGHS, COLDS, INFLUENZA.—One o k) DR. LOCOCK'S I'ULIVONIC WAFERS, allowed to die solve in the mouth, immediately relieves the most violent fit of coughing, and protects weak lungs from all the irritation pro duced by sudden changes of temperature.—Sold by all Chemists at Is. 14d., 2s. 9d., and lls. per box. Beware of counterfeits, and observe the name on the stamp. (ISLER'S CRYSTAL GLASS CHANDE v LIERS for GAS and CANDLES.—A great variety of she newest and richest designs always on view ; also a large assort ment of glass lustre., decanters, wine glasses, dessert services and every description of table glass at very moderate prices. ORNAMENTAL GLASS of the newest ai d moat beautiful de scription. Export and furnishing , Irders executed with despatch. —U, Oxford-street. Manufactory, Broad-street, Birmingham. ZstablishedlBo7. RIMMEL'S TOILET VINEGAR is celebrated over the whole World fur its tonic and hygienic properties and its delightful and refreshing aroma—Price Is , 29. 6d.. and bs. Itimmers Forte's M'.rile, Royal Bridal Bouquet, and Wild Violet, are the leading perfumes this season. Rimmel's Rose Leaf Powder imperrs to the skin a delicate rosy tint. and is far superior to Violet Powder, price Is. Sold by all Perfumers and Chemists. HIMMEL, Perfumer to the Queen, 96, Strand, and Crystal Palace. VEATING'S PALE NEWFOUNDLAND COD-LIVER OIL, perfectly pure, nearly tasteless, and free from adulteration of any kin d; having been analysed, re- ported on, and recommended by Professors Taylor rnd Thom non, of Guys and St. Thomas's Hospitals, who, in the words of the late Dr. Pereira, say that - the fluent oil is that most devoid of Cubans, ODOUR, and 11 , L4VvCR," characters this will be fonnd to possess in a high degree. Heli-pints, Is. 6d.; Pints. 2s. 6d.; quarts, 4s. 6d.; and Five-pint Bottles, 10a 6d., Imperial Mee enre.-79, St. Paul's Chnrehyard, London. THE FATALITY OF DISEASE.- " HOLLOWAY'S PILLS.—It is distressing to look around us and see the numbers that are hourly carried prematurely to their graves, simply through not trying to avert disease and its fatal consequences. In the majority of oases this is caused by the impure state of the blood, which disseminates through the system the seeds of disease. A course of Holloway's Pills would prevent this. They expel from the secretive organs and the circulation the morbid matter which produces inflammation, pain, fever, debility, and physical decay ;—thus annihilating by their purifying properties the virulence of the most painful and devastating disease.—Sold by all medicine vendors throughout the world; and at Professor Holloway's Establishments, 244, Strand, London. DAVIES'S CANDLES, 64d. and 7d. per lb.; genuine Sperm, 9a.; Transparent Wax, 2s. 2d.; best Wax, 2s.Cd.; fine British Wax or Sperm, le. bed.; German Wax, le. 31d.; Botanic Wax, Is. Old.; Patent Wax or Sperm, ls. Old. per lb. ; Composite, tied., 9ed., end 100.; Moulds, Red.; Pal. mer's Metallic, one or two wicks, 9d. ; Magnums, 94d.; Yellow Soap, SAs 423., 465., and 60s per 1121b5.; old Brown Windsor, 1594. per packet; common Brown Windsor, Is. ; Honey, 15.4 d.; White Windsor. 18.4 d.; Rose, 25.; Almond, 2s. 6d.; Colas Oil, 4s. 6d. per gallon ; French, 4s. ; genuine Sperm, Ba. 6.1. for Cash, At M. P. DAVIES sod SON'S, 63, sT. MARTIN'S LANE, Charing-cross, London. W.C. INF HEAD of HAIR, the BEARD, WHISKERS, and MUSTACHIOS.—It is now universally acknowledged that ROWLANDS' MACASSAR OIL is the only article that can be depended upon for the Growth and for Improving and Beautifying the Human Hair, proved ueyoad question by its successful results during the last sixty years, and when every other specific has failed. In all climates It alike displays its incomparable results, and has long been an established favourite in India —Price Sa. ed. and or family bottles (equal to four small) at !Os. Bd., and double that size 21s. Caution.—On the wrapper of each bottle are the words " Row lands' Macassar Oil," lc., In white letters, and their signature in red ink, "A. Rowland and Sons." Sold at to, HATTON GARDEN, Loudon, and by chytnists and perfumers. M A PPIN' S TR AVELLING DRESSING BAGS. DRESSING AND MAPPIN BROTHERS, Manufacturers by Special Appoint ment to the Queen, are the only Sheffield Makers who supply the Consumer In London. Their Loudon Show Rooms. G 7 and 88 KING WILLIAM STREET, London Bridge, contain by fa, the largest STOCK of DRESSING CASES, end Ladies' and Gentlemen's TRAVELLING BAGS In the World, each Artlule being manufactured under their own auverintendenos. MAPPIN'S Guinea DRESSING CASE, for Gentlemen. MAPPIN'S Two-Guinea DRESSING CASE, in solid Leather. Ladies' TRAVELLING and DRESSING BAGS, from 21. 12s. to Viol. each. Gentlemen's do. do., from 31. Its. to SOL Messrs. MAPPEI invite inspection of their extensive Stock, which is complete with every variety of Style and Price. A costly Book of Engravings, with Prices attached, forwarded by post on receipt of Twelve Stamps. MAPPIN BROTHERS, 67 and 68, NINO WILLIAM STREET, CITY, LONDON. Manufactory—QVisa's Cumzu Wow, Ibuirnsio. greatest certainty the one adapted to their use. Silver Watches, from 2 to 50 Guineas—Gold Watches, from 31. 15s. to 100 Guineas. Every Watch warranted and sent post paid to any part of England, Scotland, Ireland, or Wales, upon receipt of a re. mittanos. Merchants, Shipper°, and Watch Clubs supplied.— Watches Exchanged or Repaired.—Manufactory, 33 and 34, Ludgate Hill, London, E.o.—Estatdished 1749. NO CHARGE FOR STAMP DUTY, Railway Passengers' Assurance Company, WILLIAM J. VTAN Offices, 3, Old Broad•st., London, E.C. Secretary. FLOUNCED ROBES, in French designs, printed in permanent colours, on beautiful Organdi Muslin, containing 15j yards, at 7a. ed. each, not to be equalled for less than 15. Some thousands exhibited This Day, at HARVEY and CO.'., LAMBETH HOUSE, Westminster-road. Patterns free. MELNOTTE begs most respectfully to inform his Patronesses that he continues to receive from Paris selected assortments of Boots, Shoes, Gloves, Lingerie, Fans, and Novelties in Parure, for the Season.--qifelnotte, 23, Old Bond-street. Established 1820. " THE SERVANTS' LIVERIES are DUE." Mr. MILES, of 62, New Bond•etreet, has for upwards of sixteen years enjoyed the confidence and simport of a large portion of the first families in London who desire their Servants' appearance to be in accordance with their respective establish ments. The out, make, and material o , the beet, at moderate charges, on the modern plan of cash payment.-62, NEW BOND-STREET, No other address. COLT'S STX-SHOT PISTOLS and RIFLES. The favourite size pistol for officers, army, navy and merchant service, is 7i-inch rifle-barrel, six shots, weight tilb. 8oz.; also, three sizes, pocket revolvers, for travellers and house protection. 18, 21, 24, 27, and XO-inch barrel rifles, six-shots. Holsters, belts, pouches, cartridges. Des •ription and priced hats furnished, wholesale and retail. Orders for exportation carefully and expeditiously executed on liberal terms.—Samuel Colt, patentee and manufacturer, 14, Pall-mall, S.W. Avoid counterfeits. Every genuine arm is stamped on the barrel, "Address, Colonel Colt, London," and bears the London proof mark. Allsopp's Pale Ale in Imperial Pinta. UARRINGTON, PARKER, and CO. are II now delivering the October Brewings of the above cele brated Ale, lie surpassing excellence is vouched for by the highest medical and chemical authorities of the day. Supplied in bottles, also in casks of 18 gallon , ' and upwards, by HAR RINGTON, PARKER, and CO., Wine and Spirit Merchants, 51, PALLATALL. May, 1868.