The Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser.
Liverpool, Merseyside, England, 1855-08-07 00:00:00

PRELIMINARY ANNOUNCEMENT,

SUPERB FURNITURE AND EFFECTS, iitINCE'S-PARK.
MR. BRANCH respectfully gives notice that he
is instructed to SELL by AUCTION, on the Premises, in
the Prince'a-park, during the present Month, the very ELEGANT,
FASHIONABLE, and COSTLY FURNITURE, manufactured
expressly for the present proprietor, by one of the first houses in
the trade, from materials of the choicest quality; superb CHINA
SERVICES, numerous ORNAMENTAL ARTICLES, of the
most recherche character, for the Drawing and Dininz-rooms,
richly CUT GLASS, a few fine PAINTINGS and DRAWINGS,
by highly esteemed Masters of the Modern British School of Art,
Cellar of choice WINES, and other really valuable Effects, the
genuine property of WILLIAM JOSEPH HORSFALL, Esquire.
More detailed particulars, with the precise Days of Sale, will be
given in future Advertisements. Catalogues will be published in
due time, and the Furniture may be viewed two days prior to
the Sale.

By Mr. SYERS,
TO-MORROW (Wednesday), the Bth instant, at Six o'clock in
the Evening, at the house of Mr. David Parry, Licensed Vic-
tualler. Coach and Horses, Prescot-street, Low-hill, subject to
conditions of sale to be then produced,
Lot I.A. Piece of LAND, situate on the north-
ward!), side of Cecil-street, in the township of West
Derby, in the county of Lancaster, containing in front and
at the back severally 30 yards 9 inches, and in depth backwards
10 yards 9 inches, together with the Seven MESSUAGES or
DWELLING HOUSES erected thereon, numbered 1 to 13 inclu-
sive, and now in the occupation of Samuel Herbert and others.
The tenure of the above lot is leasehold under the Marquis of
Salisbury for a term of 75 years, commencing August 18th, 1845,
subject to the annual rent to the said Marquis of els 17s.
Lot 2. A Piece of LAND, with the MESSUAGE or DWEL-
LING HOUSE thereon erected, situate on the east side of Duckett-
field-street, in Liverpool aforesaid. numbered 57. in the occupa-
tion of Henry Gifford, containing in front to the said street 13
feet 10 inches, and in depth on the north side 11 feet 9 inches, on
the south side 9 feet 5 inches, and in breadth at the back 14 feet 3
inches, or thereabouts.
The tenure of this lot is leasehold for a term of 120 years,
created by an indenture dated 20th April, 1826, determinable on
lives and years. Subject to the payment of a proportionate part
of the rent, and performance of the covenants therein mentioned.
Further particulars may be had on application to Messrs. CH RI S-
TIAN and JONES, Solicitors, 3, Harrington-street, Liverpool.

By Mr. SYERS,
On WEDNESDAY, the 15th instant, at Six o'clock in the
Evening, at the house of Mr. David Parry, licersed
victualler, " Coach and Horses," Prescot-street, Low-hill,
subject to conditions of sale to be then produced,
Lot IAPIECE of LAND, situate on the east-
wardly side of Montague. street, in the township of
West Derby, in the county of Lancaster, containing in front 10
yards 1 inch, on the eastwardly side 10 yards 3 inches, and in
depth backwards 12 yards : together with the Two MESSUAGES
or DWELLING HOUSES thereon erected, and numbered 33 and
35 respectively : subject to the annual ground rent of 46 Os. 9d.
Lot 2. A Piece of LAND, situate on the eastwardly side of
Montague-street aforesaid, containing in front 10 yards, on the
eastwardly side 10 yards 3 inches, and in depth backwards 12
yards ; together with Two MESSUAGES or DWELLING
HOUSES thereon erected, numbered 37 and 39 respectively :
subject to the annual ground rent of 46.
Lot 3. A Piece of LAND, situate on the westwardly side of
Belgrave-street, in the said township of West Derby, containing
in front 5 yards 5 inches, at the back 5 yards 1 inch, and in
depth backwards 12 yards 1 inch, and on the southwardly side
12 yards 2 inches ; together with the MESSUAGE or DWELL-
ING HOUSE thereon erected, numbered 16: subject to the
annual ground rent of 43 Is. 3d.
Lot 4. A Piece of LAND, situate on the eastwardly side of
Belgrave-street, in the township of West Derby aforesaid, con-
taining in front 5 yards 4 inches, and running backwards on the
northerly and southerly sides 12 yards, and in breadth at the
back 5 yards 2 inches ; together with the MESSUAGE or
DWELLING HOUSE thereon erected, numbered 18 : subject to
the annual ground rent of 43 Is.
The tenure of the whole of the lots is leasehold under the
Marquis of Salisbury for the term of 75 years, commencing re-
spectively, as to Lots 1 and 2, on the 25th February, 1854, and as
to Lots 3 and 4, on the 4th October, 1848, and Ist March, 1849.
Further particulars may be had on application to Messrs.
CHRISTIAN and JONES, Solicitors, 3, Harrington-street, Liverpool.

BY ORDER OF THE TRUSTEES OF THE LATE CHARLES
TAYLEUR, ESQ.

IN a few weeks will be offered for PUBLIC SALE,
the WOODCROFT ESTATE, freehold of Inheritance, con-
taining about 50 acres, situate in the township of Wavertree, on
the north or north-east side of Smithdown-lane, and running
along Wellington-road towards Wavertree-lane, with which latter
it communicates by a new street lately made the whole length of
the property.
It is proposed to sell the estate in lots of from 10,000 to 18,000
yards, but, if required, it will be sold in such other quantities as
may suit purchasers.
Woodcroft House, which was built with every attention to con-
venience and comfort, with good outbuildings and offices, com-
prising about 18,000 yards, forms a very desirable lot.
The rapid increase in the population of Liverpool calla for the
erection of moderate-sized villas, with good gardens attached, and
this estate is particularly suited for this purpose, being within an
easy walking distance of Liverpool.
The great sewer now being constructed for the suburbs will af-
ford an excellent drainage.
Plans and further particulars may be had by application to P.
SERJEANTSON, ESQ., 17,01dhall-Street ; or Messrs. LACE, Banos,
and ROSCOE, Castle-street.

NOTICE.
MR. ESKELL, SURGEON DENTIST, respectfully
announces that he has taken a permanent Residence, 75,
RODNEY-STREET the Cemetery., and during the Renairs, Alterations, &c., may be consulted daily, at his chambers, Mr.
PARRY'S LIBRARY, 85 Renshaw. street, Liverpool,

*airs bp atutton.

LUCAS'S, LIVERPOOL,
SELECT SALE of Forty First-class HORSES, Fashionable
CARRIAGES, and KENNEL POINTERS and SETTERS.
By Messrs. LUCAS and CO.,
On TH uicsoAT next, the 9th instant, at Twelve o'clock precisely,
at the Repository, Great Charlotte-street, Liverpool,
XORTY HORSES, consisting of well-bred Hunters,
superior high-stepping Brougham and Carriage Horses,
Cobs, Ladies' Pads, awl stylish Horses to Ride and Drive ; also,
a superior high-stepping Harness Horse, Drag and Harness,
handsome Park Pbzetons, Tandem Drags, valuable Pointers and
Setters, .&c.
This STOCK comprises many superior Horses, principally Young,
Fresh, Sound, and well-bred, possessing Power. Size, Substance,
and Action, and essentially qualified for the present season.
The whole on view Two Days prior to and on the Morning of
Sale, and every facility for trials, and the inspection of Veterinary
Surgeons, when required.
Catalogues may be had at the Repository.

KELSO, ROXBU RGH SHIRE.
SPLENDID HOTEL ESTABLISHMENT FOR SALE, AT A
GREATLY REDUCED PRICE.
On FRIDAY, the 31st August instant, at Twelve o'clock Noon,
within the Cross Keys Assembly Rooms, in Kelso,
THE splendid and commodious HOTEL of the
CROSS KEYS, in Kelso, as lately belonging to, and occu-
pied by, the deceased, Mr. Adam Yule, and now forming a part
of his Sequestrated Estate.
This Establishment is known to be one of the most perfect of
its kind to be found in any part of the kingdom, and in which an
extensive business has long been carried on. The Hotel com-
prises a magnificent Assembly Room, 50 feet 4 inches long, by 24
feet 4 inches in width, exclusive of a recess 27 feet 6 inches by 5
feet 7 inches ; height of ceiling, 19 feet 4 inches. A Supper-room
43 feet 10 inches by 25 feet 7 inches; height of ceiling 16 feet.
Eight Public Rooms, of various sizes, and most superior accom-
modation. There are no fewer than 17 Bed-rooms, besides
Closets, and ample accommodation for Servants; and the Bar,
Kitchens, and Cellarage are upon a scale seldom to he met with,
and capable of carrying on a Business to an unlimited extent.
There are also Two Commodious Shops, with Dwelling-houses,
let off to Tenants, but which, if taken into the Establishment,
would give a great amount of additional accommodation.
The Offices are most extensive, and are all close to the vicinity
of the Hotel. The Coach-houses and Stables are very commo-
dious, with large Stable-yard, and other conveniences.
Kelso is known to possess one of the largest Weekly Corn
Markets in the South of Scotland, and Fortnightly Cattle Mar-
kets, with well attended Race Meetings; and, as the North-
Eastern and. North British Railways are within little more than
Half-a-mile of the Hotel, it is much visited throughout the season
by Tourists and Commercial Travellers.
On the whole, so eligible a property of the kind is rarely offered
for Public Competition ; and a purchaser of capital and expe-
rience would have a most favourable field for carrying on a large
and profitable business.
Upset price of Hotel, Stables, Yard, Coach-houses,
and others £2,600
Of Tweed Lodge
If desired, the greater part of the price would be allowed to
remain upon the Property.
For further particulars application may be made to ROBERT
CURRY, Solicitor, in Kelso, the Trustee on the Sequestrated Es-
tate of the said Adam Yule ; or to SMITHS and RonsoN, Solici-
tors in Kelso, the Agents in the Sequestration.
Kelso, 24th July, 1855.

Commercial *ales.

Tbi% Dap.

THIS DAY (Tuesday), the 7th instant, at Twelve o'clock, at the
Brokers' Office, 13, Exchange-buildings,
10,000 Bags Aracan RICE,
now landing ex Wandering Jew, from Akyab, west side Prince's
Dock.—Apply to T. and H. LITTLEDALE and CO., Brokers.