Star. — London, England, 1823-11-12 00:00:00

~,- C' i..~ . ri t "I ilk!.." ik, 1, i. , 1 N~~ 1 ' % . •. . . . . - . set of laws for the Sobetitntion aildr Xerntnent of the Institute, and To illestrate the benefits which were likely to arise from that these laws be submitted to a Meeting to be held on the h Lod such an institution, he would merely recapitulate a few day of Dec. ne t z i t, which tal Meeting chore ed a and who , **tilt of f n the al adoption w t om, ' simple facts. He would remind them of the example , t n h u e m p es roposed" bewsp,reorvotou su y cla other la ' ws as thy tiny ll° approve, shell of the illustrious Galileo, who, by observing the oscilla- in themselves constitute The London Michanics' Institute." tions of a lamp saspended from the ceiling, discovered The whole of the Resolutions were received with ae- one of the most important laws of motion. He would clamation. . remind them of our own, immortal Newton, who, by Mr. Sheriff LAMB rose to propose the first Resola noticing the descent of an apple, discovered that great t i on . I t a ff or d e d hi m t h e s i ncerest p l easure to w i tn ess kW Of naitne which regulates and binds together the the manner in which the Resolutions which had just planetary system, and pervades the most distant parts been read had been received. It proved the sympathy of space. ' He would recal to their recollection the ex- of the Meeting with the feelings of those who had ample of Cavallo, to whom the observation of a soap- promoted this Institution. Ile lamented that his mast bubble, the amtisement of our boyhood, suggested the esteemed friend, Mr. Brougham, was not there to de most successful mode .of aerial navigation; and of light the Meeting by the powers of his all-grasping Franklin, an animating example„ for he was himself an mind, and that be (Mr. Laurie) should have been selected 'operative mechanic (Applause), who - , by means of acom- as the substitute of that extraordinary man. There was ,non paper kite, achieved cue of the g reatest discoveries one sent i ment , h owever , i n w hi c h h e was con fid ent they of the last century, obtaining for his name a, place all participated, and that was, the desire of doing every among those of " Sages old, immortal sons of praise." thing in their power to enlighten and enlarge the minds . As an instance of the applicability of science to the or- of their fellow-countrymen—(Applause.)—lf there was .: dinary purposes of life, he might refer to the name of one class of men which deserved to be enlightened more .Watt, who bad extended the glory of his country by the than another, it was that of the Mechanics of England. successful application of philosophical principles as to —(Applause.) —They had dome more for their country the nature of heat to the steam-engine. Ile might refer than all thepoets and imaginative writers that ever lived. .. to the name of Bramah, who by the application of the Ile had, in his official capacity, examined into the cases . principle called the hydrostatic paradox, lead produced of the prisoners in Newgate, both those who were tried one of the most ingenious and powerful machines of and those who were untried, and he was happy to be modern times, the hydro-mechanical press. He might able to state, that there were very few mechanics there mention, also a machine of that distinguished mechanic, _.(Applause). In going round the prison before the last • Mr. Perkins, though time hadnot yet been afforded to Old Bailey Sessions, he had advised many of the psi establish its merits, which exhibited in a simple tube an sorters to write to their friends, but not one in ten ceald ingenious application of a principle of heat, detected write—so true it was, that ignorance was the gout ce of by an experiment of Count Rumford, and which shewed profligacy and crime. There would be no danger in in what manner ingenuity might apply the refinements the proposed Institution from the discussion of political of science to the purposes of mechanical and civilized or religious subjects, of which he had seek the baneful life. These were results which confirmed the declara- effects in debating societies. He was glad that the me tion of Professor Stewart, that when theoretical know- chortles were to contribute a small sum towards the ledge and practical skill were combined in the same support of this Institution, for this would give them a individual, their union produced the highest Pt - proper feeling of independence. The Worthy Sheila sible degree of intellectual power. Ile would not, concluded by pfoposing the first Resolution. by intruding longer on the attention of the Meeting- Mr..Roren (Barrister) seconded the Resolution in an detain them 1: orn hearing other Gentlemen, who would able speech. • . address them with mach greater effect than he could I Mr. R. TAYLOR said it was entrusted to him to sub- ; do ; and lie would only add, therefo'c , that they veer: , mit the second ItesolUtion to the Meeting. He regretted now called upon to decide whether science should per- the absence of'Mr. Bt ougliarn, who, from his intimate fa-, vade all the workshops in the kintdom, or whether fce• miliai ity with this subject, would have made them ac- Isle and uncertain experience should alone prevail the, e; (painted with all its interesting and useful details. How. whether the condition of the mechanics of England I ever , he saw, in the favourable disposition of the nume should be permanently ameliorated, or whether some! ;‘ ,„ 5 assembly now convened, that the design of the ' future bard, when contemplating .tile last abodes of the! I original liatneis of this Institution had merited and ob unhappy dead, should again have occasion to repeat ties ; tabled their approbation—(l/eer!) The advantages sentiment of the poet— of such a society as the present were matnfold to him ; " But knowledge to their eyes har ample page, it .Ippr...aied that none of those advantages were greater Itich with the spoils of time, did ne tr unfold ; Chill penury reptess'd their noble rage, than the tendency it would have to promote social in. And froze the genial current of the soul.' tercoure among the mechanics themselves, and that Dr. Bit kbeck sat down amidst lout aed long applause. principle of co-operation towhich persons in the higher • . Dr. Di RKBECIC expressed to the Meeting the regret he classes of life were mainly indebted for the happiness ..felt at the absence of hir. Brougham, who was to have and superior comforts they enjoyed. proposed the first Resolution. The Secretor y would Alr. INMAN seconded this Resolution, which, as well read to them a letter which had been received front that as the preceding, was carried unanimously. • Gentleman, part of which, he was sure, they would CO!:- J. S. TAYLOR, Eq. Barrister, proposed the third Re sider a substantial, and rise rest a very FAtisfa.,:tury apo. solation. It contained an acknowledgment of gratitude logy for his absence. to the mechanics of Glasgow, for the inspiring example Air. Roesnasoe, one of the acting Sectetaties, read they have given to those of other cities to establish: a' c following letter front Mr. Brougham n siosika luststutions. in such acknowledgment the name (COPY.)—TO DR. BIRKIIRCK. of its founder should not beornitted. It had been said " Lincoln's Ina, Nov. 10, 11k13. by a Sage of antiquity, that " Philosophy descended "My Dt.lll Faman.—lleingnufottunately prevented (thin meet- , from Heaven to dwell with man." She had hithetto • lug you to-morrow evening by the circumstauct which I mentioned dwelt only with one class, and the classes of subordinate at the Committee on Saturday, I take the liberty of inclosing a tri. nine contribution, proportioned to toy nt_uns, and nut at all to my rank had been taught to regard her as an incomprehen eeal for the ituportant object which we have hi view. I look upon sible and unapproachable divinity. It was the merit of the successful prosecution of that object as nearly certain, because their excellent Chairman to have combated the preju the principle upon which we proceed is uudeuiably sound; that the dices which maintained this selfish doettine ; to have body of toe people should take upon themselves the care cf their , own instruction, after having liaii the means put within their reach, t hrown oi.eu the gates of the temple of civilization tti whoouver they are in want of them. By the means, I understand :ill the votaries of science ; and to have marked out a the/elementary branches of reading and writing ; those firs par. new line of Communication between man and the Linn doss of knowledge which are only the instruments whereby the verse of mind— (Applause.) He understood that there rest may be acquired; that acquisition can only he made either easily or safely, by the people themselves. The advantages which were sonic who considered. that it was the interest of the Itilllic result from the Institution now about to be formed, art in. employer that his mechanic should be ignorant. Ile calculable, both to the comfort and the character of our fellow- hoped this opinion was entertained by few. He would citizens, in the industrious classes of the community; and I trust des i re those who cherished that opinion, .to look to our that both they themselves and their friends, who ace promoting this design, will see the necessity of a genera nod united exertion to se- West India Colonies, and to see there the effect of a cure its accomplishment. The plan will prosper in exact proportion system which tolerated absolute authority on one side, to the interest which the Mechanics themselves cake in its details. and imposed abject servility on the other. The evil It it for their benefit, and ought to be left in their hands as soon as t h at prevailed there, by the operation of these extreme possible after it is begun. principles, tisp,t convince them that there were .As you were the original author of this admirabk ~11-... me above reci -20 years ago, and then carried it on a large scale into execution, ar- procal duties tobe performed between the employer and low use to congratulate you on the prospect of its adoption in this those whom he employed,- without the performance of great city, where its benefits and its example are likely to prove of which there could not be arty security, confidence, or such inestimable value.—Believe me al;vays with the gi......t..;5t re oeace. After eoforcin g the expediency of the Members embers and attention, " Your's most sincerely, of the Institute being made as much as possible inte (seated) e 11. lilt0CG11.131." :.ested for its success, he concluded amidst loud cheering. [This letter was received with loud applause), This Resolution was duly seconded, and carried unit- Mr. Itottenyson informed the Meeting, that the tri- nimously. fling contribution alluded to in the letter was a draft on Mr. J.-MAartrienu (engineer) moved the fourth Re- Dir. Brougham's Banker for 201.—(Applawse.) The solution. There could be but one opinion of the bene- Chairrnats, to whom the letter was directed, had also re- fits that would result frout this Institution, not only to quested that his name might be put down for the same the "mechanics themselves, but to society at large; for sum. (Applause). to her Mechanics was England mainly indebted for her The Cnatitsta re said, that with a view to facilitate present station in &mina When other nations were the business of the Meeting, the whole series of the Re. making rapid strides to rival us in our comet-fee, k was ' solations would nnv be read by Mr. Ittetert ratite, in most necessary for Institutions likg the present to be pio order that they might judge of their general tenor and muted. lie had recently Lind occasion to notice how tendency. They would air:l - ward, be separately pro- useless were the laws tests:titling artisans from leaving poised by the Gentlemen who were to submit LLCM to the country, and he was glad to find they were likely to the Meeting. • be repealed. The only way to keep the mechanics of The farrowing series of Resolutions was then read byth eir comforts here tins country at home, was to secure i. .. hlr. Itontsursost. . de was in the habit of employing many men, and he " 1. Thai the estahlishmtnt of institutions for the instruction of could say, that to promote the knowledge of thi work inechanics,.as a cheap rate, in the principles of thwarts they practice, men was romoting the interests of their employers. He as w.II as in all other branches or useful knowledge, is a measure it e., t on all to Assi tin promoting the happiness of so s 6.llcolatetf to improve tztensively their habits and condition, to al. cati t he metropolis. large a portion of vunce the arts ami science', alt.t to :rid lar g ely to the power, ie sources' end prom Ht.; of thy c o untry . The fo u rth Resolution was then put and carried. "E. Mat sue`T imitations are likely to he most stable atisl useful Mr. Alderman. Kay proposed the fifth Resolution. If when eritticti e;: chiefly . 4 %llloutea arel enzfizi.fed by mecb.nics a Gentleman possessing such talents and eloquence as the mielves. their worthy Sheriff felt a di ffi dence at addressing the " ::. That thclfreting ar!tno-.vledgelwith approbation the example Meet ing, what must be the feelings of one of so much lifi:kil tgartnea:inics of tlia: t anv have set their brethren Si large, in being the first to establish, on this principle of self-sUpport and exer- inferior ability as himself, on coaling forward upon 'bon, an,Anatituthart for their own instruction its the arts and sciences . suc h an occas i on ? -Il e was , however,- called upon to " 4. ` Th - ,t there shall be established an institution in this metro- perform a duty, and he felt pleased at the recollection polls, to •,•• c: - .l:et: the ' London Tifechanics' Institute.' * 5. :abet ti•.e I aindon Nlechanict' Institute shall, in the brat in- ,tint he was addressing an assembly of Britons, men stance, comp;ehe::d all chose persons who have already given in their who were ready to make every allowance for the man names as mentbers, as well as all those who may do so on or before' ner, when they•felt (convinced of the good intention-- Dren next, on their conforming to the laws to be hereafter adopted I Appiaxse). He felt rejoiced at finding that the metro for the conttitutior. of the institute ; ant that after the said 2d Dec. % , eztm envois shall be admitted members on such conditions Ind in p olls was about to be rescued from the stain of not phi such manner as these laws shall provide. sessing such an Institution—an Institution which would' " ti. That among the objects which the London Mechanics' In- produce benefit -not only to the City, but to the whole minors shall have especially in view, shall be the establishment, for Empire. He had often heard it said, that the best the Benefit of the Members of Lectureships on the different Arts workmen were the most stupid and ignorant -44 and Sciences, a Library of - ask-mice and Circulation, a heading Room, a Museum of Models, a School of Design, and an Experk. laugh)--but he well knew the contrary to be the fact.-, mental Workshop and Laboratory, provided with all necessary in-, he had uniformly found that the best workmen were stru " ntents and appar a t us . the best informed. But, objected many persons, the 7. That the annual subscription to admit a Mechanic to all the Banefits of the Institute shall not exceed one guinea, which shall be best 'workmen ate generally round to be retorters to payable at once, or by suc h instalments as the laws shall direct. ale-houses. - Supporta& this to be the case, he asked "8. That the Friends of Knowledge and Improvement be fine- where did the fault lie? The Mechanic& were in want red to contribute towards the - accomplishment °ratite aforesaid Pr - of •wealth to ptirchase that education which was calms poses by donations of money,books,.specinsens, and apparatus. Wed to give , their, minds a right bias -. an evil whisk • k 9. That the Wowing persons be appointed a Ceminittee, with gigh rawer to add to theis numbers, Ave to be a quorum, to drew u n a the proposed object world go a great way taratnows, it • lit did not obviate it altogether (Applause), as it would afford them an opportunity of spending their time with improvenient to thetblelves and benefit td their families,, instead of pursuing a system of idleness and folly,! *hick would have the effect of darkening-their minds, injuring their health, ittining their families, and, he had almost said, murdering their souls (Loud Applause). He had only to add that he should give the Institution every support in his power, both by public and private exertions in its behalf. The CHAIRMAN said, that Professor Millington had kindly promised to move the sixth Resolution , in the event or his being able to reach the Meeting in time; but, in the absence of that Gentleman, it would be moved by Mr. Valiance. The Professor not appealing— Mr. VALI, AKCIC in the absence of Professor Millington, who had been prevented from attending, moved the sixth resolution. Mr. J. Jontcsorr, a whitesmith, moved the next re solution, which - he prefaced by reading an address he had drawn up for his own trade. He expatiated on the advantages to be derived by mechanics from such an Institution, and called on them to support it. Mr. 1-loncncitc moved the eighth Resolution. He said he was happy to inform the Meeting that there were al ready. abode 150 names enrolled as sub . scribers and sup, porters of the objects they had in view. For his own part he did not believe these were anything like the tithe of m hat they might expect to find enrolled in a very short period. The resolution %iris put and carried. Mr. BEVAN, Engineer, rose to propose the ninth re solution. At that late /tour of the evening, he telt be should but consult the convenience of the Meeting, as well as his own, by simply reading the Resolut.ion, which was put and ea: tied. The names of the Committee were read as follows: D. Birkbeck ; Itichard.Tayior, Esq.; John Marti neau, Esq. Engineer, City-road; J. Baynham, Engineer, Penton viile ;James Parry, Shoe-maker; Thomas Hawes, Engineer, Lambeth ; John Johibon, Smith; James Nichols ; Mr. Nash ; J. M.Nlillan ; Hobe! t Motherhead ; Thomas Alford ; John Whittaker, Painter and Glazier, (loodgc•st!ect. These names were all agreed to. • A Mr. CROOK, who stated himself ru be an itinerant lectio er on practical mechanics for above twenty-three years, rose and entered at some length into the objects which ought to tall np and awaken the attention of the members of thkinlant Society. After alhiding to many noble discoveries made in the arts by laboiving Mecha nics, he related an instance which' he had witnessed at sbellield, of a mutt technically called amongst cutlers a knife -grinder, front whose hands not withstanding, had proceeded a brass orrery, exhibiting with greater exact ness and perspicuity the very complex motions of the heavenly bodies in onr system, than any he had ever seen in the possession of either private persons or raliiic I.,),:iks. It bad been justly stated, that the improvements mad% by Mr. Watt in the steam-t.•ogine were worthy of the thanks and gr:,zitude of his country and of the world. filet there was ano ther inventyr, whose aline ha did not recollect, who had done much to Iwnerit mankind—the inventor of the mute for spinning. cotton. A Gentleman said the ' lame was Arkwright. M.. Cnoom said, that was not the name; the mule to which he alluded was an improvement upon that pla. lir: mac was a hair-dresser, residing at Bolton, in Lanekill'a-o. • Mr. Itoixtnnas A: herald, the name was Compton. Mr. Cno , )ic profeeded*Yes, that was the name. His invention had made forttniei fz. , r malty, while he re mained poor, titizil lately, when he received 1,5001. as a re'.l . 2r..i 167 his exertions. Mr. Crook concluded by moving, " TbatJ. C. Robertson, Ezq, and T. Hodgkin, Esq. do continue us Secretaries ad int erim."—Caltied Mr. Cnourt here observed, that he should most wit. Tingly give the Institution a course of Lectures gratis. Mr. IiCSERT4UNT and Mr. flomikix were then re quested, by a resolution pat from the Chair, and carried, co retain their present situation's as acting Secreta: ies to the Institution. Mr. lrosp.syrsos .then rtitcl over the list of Sub scriptions. Among them were • If. Broughatn, Esq. M. P. 201. ; Dr. Birkbect, 201.; Alderman Key, 101.; J. C. ilubhouse, Esq. 31. P. 101. .h!lemy Bentham, Esq. 101.; J. Valiance, Esq. a.; Mr. T. Place, 51.; 13. Don kin, Esq five guineas; Lientenant-Colonel Torrens, five i,v.ilincas ; She' iffLauric, five guineas ; Mr. W. Cob- bett, Jive guiticas (loud and repeated cheers, mixes with some disa:Trobat ion) ; lini ht and Lacey, five guineas; 3lessrs. %X. and D. 11.tiley, hve guineas; R. Taylor, five guineas... There were al,u many guinea subscriptions, but Cu: Secretary did not know whether they were meant as oonatiosis or annual contributions. Mr. Conn er r h.iving berri called, came forward amidst loud applause, interspersed with some hissing. Order having been restored, he observed that it was not origi. tally his intention to trouble them with a single wcrd. lie coactured with those who thought it the duty of every man to r oifttibutc as much as in his power to the support of the Institution; with that view he had given his five guineas to the Chairman, requesting him to in form the meeting that he was not actuated by any wish to become a founder or member of the Institntion, and he would, iu a few words, tell them his reason for nor wishing to be either the one or the other. He had all his life made it his boast and glory that he belonged to the working part of the people--(Ckeers). He never effected to be what he was not—he never turned his back Upon that class out of which he cam e—(Applause). It 'became those who were not mechanics to subscribe ac cording to their ability, but they had nothing, and ought .to have nothing, to do with the management of the In- Istitution—pipplauseY. The CHAIRMAN said, it became necessary for him, •after what they had just witnessed, to make a few obser vations. - Hit had been possible, or if the Mechanics .themselves had thought it possible that they could of' aiemselvei commence and establish sbch an Institution, it would have been left to them—( Hear, Lear). As it was, three-fourths of the Committee were Mechanics, so that •it was impossible the interests could be affected, even if such an intention existed. Mr. HODGKIN stated, that as soon as the consent of one or more Bankers could be obtained, it would be an nounced in the public papers ; that books of subscrip tloll would; in the meantime, be opened at the •bar of the Crown and Anchor, and at the next Public Meeting the.subscriptions would be tumounced. .Mr. S. TAYLOR said, he rose to perform a duty which was most pleasing to him, and he trusted would sseccptable to all around him. He had to,call for the thanks of the Meeting to their worthy Chairman, who had fulfilled his duty on that evening with so much dignity, intelligence, and propriety. Ae.tnotion was carried, with loud-applause. The CHAIRMAN,, in returning thanks,• assured the Meeting, that as soon as the Instituti on was pro p er l y ,establithed, it thould be placed wholly in the hands of thelnechinics ;it shouldbi an Institution f - or their be; wit, add governed solely by themselves—(4plause). The Meeting dissolved at a starter before 11 o'clock: THE EVENING STAR,. LONDON. WEDNESDAY., NOVEMBER 12, 1: THE FUNDS. STOCK EXCHANGE. Twure.o. Consols opened this morning at 831, and went up with little doing. The Exprts.ses from Paris this Morning bring the at 89f. loc. and Spanis h '2B. The private letters by the Express state, that some hews had arrived froth Spain, but the particulars bathe The Spanish South American Expedition is now tl of conversation in the City. FOREIGN FENDS. Spanish Bonds opened at 2.71, and went up to 2R, b they declined to 27i, owinz to important information Current Prices:—New Sparish 20, Old 271, C New Poyais 5. In all other Foreign Sectitisies titereds nothing Or.wrocKsi AT ONE 3 per Cent. Reduced 8234 V s • 3 per Cent. Cans. 83 1 ,4 Y 4 th per Cts. DO 4 per Cts. Old )9% . 1 / 4 14. per Cents. New 105% 104. Bank Long Anr•. 29 15-1 E Imperial S per Cents.Bl tl, India Bonds 81s. 82s.—Seth Sea Slieck ELLl3equer (11,000) s(is 48s. Consols for Acct. Bfs-'4 1 / 2 1/4. We think it map not be amiss, at the reesen to recall to public recollection the Pi oclama the KING of Spain issued in 1914, pledging ' establish, on the firm basis of law, the rig: Throne, and "tke equally irmio!able r:',ghts of: Now is the time for the Spanish Mos/tarn that pledge.—Altliough we have never apps late Constituti,mal scheme of Government, c it one of the most crude, absurd, and that was ever devised, yet there can be no qu the right of the Spanish People to a red, a free Constitution, founded on.their ancient lii adapted to their pre,ent and future happi Proclamation of ISI4 not only promises tbis, out the mode, the only mode by which it ca attained ; namely, by the Kistes deliberatini portant. a subject with the Representatives 'tiOil legitimately assembled in Cortes. . - - Tne ancient Cortesnf Spain and Portugal, General of France, and the Parliament of Eu only so many diversified modes of Natior:;! tation—so many Great Councils of the Realm advice, and v ith whose assent, the KING, th chief of the State, leas bound to act, in the d his high let , idative functions. They repro nation truly, by reptesentinp; the great nai rests: and this was a far better safeguard than if they had been chosen on the most c sive system of Universal Stufrage ever devil ingenuity or conceived by the foil; of our 'tart' Reformers, 1t has happened to us ev outstrip our European competitors in the in . of Representative Government, and we nor Parliament, which answers its legislative put fully, fairly, and effectually, than any simil4 does or can do in any other nation. It is riot to be expected that the Cortes of approximate in fitness and capacity to a bo English representation, which has been so I closely interwoven with the institutions, the the interests of all classes in the State. Th a difficulty in finding materials fur the fi such a machine in Spain, and still greater making the machine Work well, when once Nevertheless, the trial must be made: the K must be redeemed ; unless it be meant to tea, that there is no seeurity in a Royal word--i do not re,t on faith, or justice. or honour. In our Yesterday's Paper we mnltioned ai port which prevails, that Spain is fitting o meat fUr the recovery of her South Aver sions I The idea is so superlatively extra, reader any serious contradiction unnecessar: FERDINAND, who has not fends enoug tain the state of a Sovereign, and to pay of his Household, is, no doubt, eminent to fit out an expedition of 20S:00 men Journal, which furnished yesterday this readers, under the imposing name, too, of derived fiom the highest source of informs consider the time and expense that would b in getting such an armament ready for sea believe, that all the shipping in Spain would to the conveyance of so large a force, with every kind requisite for so remote a des will be recollected too, that one of the c; late Revolution, was the repugnance of the skipped efffo'r South America. It will be remembered, that on the 23d the French, without the previous intituatic such occasions, commenced the bombardme during which the residence of the KING family was as much exposed to the shells , other individual. On the following day, GI LEMINOT addressed the subjoined letter VALDES, Governor of the town, which was 'till the 26th: " Port 9t. Mar " Ilis Royal MiSiusesa the Prince Generalissimo me to intimate to your Eseelleney, that hu makis al ties o: Cadiz answerable for the life of the King sully, as well a, for any attempt to convey bins avn (pence wher. of, if any such crime should be com he lleputies of the Cortes, the Ministers, the State, the Generals, and all the public functionaries Meat, token in Cadiz, shall WI put to the sword. Ire