The Dorset County Express and Agricultural Gazette.
Dorchester, Dorset, England, 1859-11-29 00:00:00

TO WRItESPON DENTS

Osit or Wear Domurr."—Our correspondent, writing under
this signature, asks uo to putillA a printed circular, condol-
ing of a long discussion relative to Mr. Digby and the hunt-
ing of the Cattistock country, In which he lay. It down that
Mr. Digbv " has grasped country to chlch he ham no claim,"
and enters into a variety of statements In support iif this
Unfortunately, though our correspondent wishes
to draw largely moini our space, he omits to send U. his
Item, in confidence ; and the document, moreover, Is headed
" To the Editor of the Sherbnrne Jouroal," both of which
ciremnstanees preclude its huiertion in the /roost County
Expires. The communication in question would appear to
have been rejected by the Journal—fur TOMMY, perhaps, of
certain pinny alliances, which it would not be convenient to
to disturb: but we may take this opportunity of informing our
correspondent (who evidently lendands the whole qua.
OM. and writes well nis)n It), that the lispreee owns no
such feeling as a truculent .Iservienv?- to any tnan or let
of noun in the county ; and that if we are asked to put ',chin:
the public • remonstrance justly founded and fairly and
properly stated, with a knowledge if the party taking action
In the matter, no private obligation to ally Idle
could losoilily stand in the way f nn. dealing with the
notter In .11101 a 111.1111/er u the justioi of the cue might
iiimm to demand at the bands of an independent journalist.—

Tux fervor with which an almost immediate in-
vasion of England has been discussed, must now,
one would imagine, subside into a feeling less
intense and more rational than that which, from
a variety of causes, has seized upon the minds
of many among us. The direct and unquestion-
able homage to the cause of peace which the
French Emperor has displayed before the eyes
of France and England should be received by
all parties as reassuring in the highest degree.
The Emperor's rebuke of the violence of the
French Press, and a clear perception of the dan-
gers into which it was procipating the nation
over which he has been ca:led to rule,
appear to us to show, more conclusively than
any other act of the Emperor's, the sincerity
with which he desires to maintain the alliance
with this country. Of course we do not pretend
to see so far as to divine what may be the
ulterior objects of Napoleon 111, but that his
present disposition is peaceful there can be no
reasonable!doubt--if we can believe that there
is sense in words and reality in action. Then, as
to the feeling of the French people, as existing
independently of the views and temperament
of their Sovereign, a great deal may be said ; and
it is boldly affirmed by those with whom an ex-
terminating war is the thing uppermost in their
minds, that the Emperor will eventually be
driven into hostilities with this country against
his better judgment, from motives of vain-
gloriousness and the satisfaction of long-cherished
revenge. In a country so impetuous and so
fickle as France there are possibly tendencies
even so rash and dangerous as these, but if left
alone we are of opinion that this angry and
pugnacious spirit would die out. It is impossible
to deny that a large and influential portion of
the English Press has for a long time past bitterly
inveighed against both the French Emperor and
the French people—with • pertinacity and deter-
mination only too significant of a desire to break
with France. Such conduct on this side of the
channel has naturally f,tended to keep alive and
inflame existing animosities, and the rancour of
the French people is undoubtedly, in some degree,
due to wanton violence on our own side. The
lovers of peace have therefore much cause, under
all the circumstances, to applaud the determina-
tion of the Emperor in interposing to moderate
the tone of the French Press, notwithstanding
that this interference is such as, upon principle,
we in England cannot pretend to justify. But
we have, in reality, nothing to do with Imperial
influence over the Press of France, one way or
the or the other ; if at times public opinion
must be coerced for what is assumed to be the
good order and safety of France, there seems to
be little reason why we should be terrified at
witnessing the same ordeal in the cause of the
world's peace. At all events, we will cheerfully
accept the good that is held out to us, without
examining too closely as to whether the means
to that end is precisely identical with our own
notions of the freedom of the Press.

The foregoing general considerations will not
in ally way affect the propriety of our taking
every means of repairing the deficiencies of past
governments, in the way of iuloquately providing
for the defence of this country. This is an
imperative duty we owe to ourselves, and
all those foreigners who know us best know well
that it is not with the remotest idea of oppression
at any time that thins> steps are vigorously taken.
Then, the unsettled state of European politics,
independently of all apprehensions about the
fiery French colonels and the irascible French
people, forces upon us the necessity of every
proper precaution, and sufficiently explains to
all foreigners the reasonableness of that attitude
of defence which the course of events has called
upon us to assume. With regard to the report
of the European disarmament, which it is said
the Emperor is about to propose to the chief
Powers, we can scarcely believe that there is any
foundation whatever for it ; it is highly improba-
ble that the Emperor would take so sweeping a
stride in the path of peace as such a proposition
would indicate ; and supposing such a proposition
to be possible, it is far too much to hope that it
would or could be carried into execution. Where
the forces, as those of France and England, are
so immensely disproportioned no disarmament
could be made to bear any just proportion one
with the other; and nothing is left to us, in pur
mance of a wise and safe policy, but to bu well pre-
pared for any eventuality—let it arise in what-
ever quarter of the world it may, or from what-
ever concurrence of circumstances. This, more
over, we are persuaded is the best way to preserve
peace, and, as to invasion, the only way, as
LORD BROUGH•M truly says, to render such an
audacious attempt an impossibility.

DORCHESTER PITCHED CORN MARKET, Saturday.
—Our market was well attended to-day, and a large
supply of wheat ofiering, the best samples were
taken at last week's prices; but to effect sales of in-
ferior ones a reduction of from Is. to 2s. per quarter
had to be submitted to. Barley in moderate supply
—finest qualities realizing high rates, inferior met a
dull sale. Oats as last week. ; Beans Is. to 2s. dearer.
At Martinstown Fair last week, there was about
the usual supply of stock, and, notwithstanding the
unfavourable state of the weather, a numerous
attendance of farmers and dealers. Trade was
pxxl, and most things sold well.
SKITHYIELD CLUB CATTLE SHOW.—On Thursday
the galleries of the Baker-street Bazaar were thrown
open for the reception of implements, tcc., to be ex-
hibited at the ensuing Smithfield Club Cattle Show,
and a considerable number of specimens have already
been received. The entries are so numerous that
every available space will be occupied. The last day
for their reception will be Thursday next. The cat-
tle will comprise a large number of animals now ex-
hibiting at the Birmingham Cattle and Agricultural
Show, and the entries which have been made must
be in the show-yard by Saturday the 3rd I)ecem-
ber. The private view is fixed for Monday, the sth.

DORSET COUNTY HOSrITAL. A sermon WM
preached in St. Peter's Church on Sunday last, by
the Iter. M. Colson, in behalf of the funds of this
excellent institution, when the sum of .C 5 13s. (Al.
was collected.

DORCHESTER VOLUNTEER RI VLI COMM —An
adjourned meeting of the committee for the form-
ation of a Ririe Corps for the town and neighbour-
hood of Dorchester, was held at the Guildhall,
yesterday, at which the Mayor presided. The
regulations for the enrolment of volunteers were
agreed upon, and will forthwith be published. H.
Williams, Esq., was appointed treasurer, and Mr.
J. F. Hodges, jun., hon. secretary. A subscripton
list was opened, and a munificent donation was
announced from Charles Porcher, Esq., of £lOO.
The enrolment of volunteers has commenced, and
from the activity displayed, it is expected a con-
siderable number will be speedily obtained,
Major W. L Henning, of the Dorset Militia, hav-
ing retired from service in the Militia, the senior
captain, K A. Wood, Esq., has been gazetted inajoi.
11r. Horace Motile has announced his intention of
lecturing at the Townhall on the interesting and
popular, and very fertile topic of "The Invasion of
England."
We are pleased to find that the Directors of the
Royal Farmer's Insurance Office has most liberally
wet the claim of Mr. Roper for the late fire that oc-
curred on his premises, causing the suffocation of 3
valuable nag horses. Mr. Roper was insured on a
farming stock policy, and it should not be forgotten
that horses kept for other than agricultural purposes,
liable to the amused tax, are equally liable to Fire
Insurance Tax. .

The Earl of Cardigan this year generously offered
silver dips to be awarded as prizes for the two best
cultivated farms on his Leicestershire and North-
amptonshire estates. The first prize was won by Mr.
Francis John Berry, of Stanion, and the second by
Mr. Job Campion, of Deenetborpe. They were pre-
sented to them by B. E. Bennett, Esq., at his Lord-
ship's rent audit on the 16th inst. The cups are very
handsome and valuable. .

The -a-n-nal-1;;;;;--1-i-nner took place at the King's
Arms Hotel on Thursday last, when a numerous
company of between 5 o and GO respectable tradesmen
sat down to a most excellent repast, which gave the
greatest satisfaction to all present. T. Coombs, Esq.,
officiated as chairman, and Giles Symorui, Esq., as
vice•chairnum. Some speeches were deliveled,
and several excellent songs sung during the evening,
which was spent in the IllOst agreeable manner.
EXCURSION TRAINS.—it will be NMI that AO ex-
cursion train will run from the Great Western Rail-
way 'station, Weymouth, on Monday the sth of De-
cember, for the accommodation of visitors to the
Smithfield Cattle Show, and will return from Pad-
dington on Friday, the fith. A special excursion
train will also leave the South Western Railway at
Weymouth on Tuesday, the 6th 01 Deelsohor, re-
turning on the following Thursday from Waterloo
Bridge at 3.15 p.m.

COUNTY PETTY SEASSIONK, Saturday, Nov. 26, 1859.
—(Before H. Williams, Esq., B. B. Sheridan, Esq.,
M.P., H. Frampton, Esq., 11. N. Middleton, and W.
1.. Henning, I:Aral—Sanibel Wiletas, labourer, of
Evershot, was charged by P.C. Florence with being
drunk and disorderly on the 1161. inst. Fined 9s. 61.
including cost.
Thomas Thoiford, who keeps the Jolly Sailor Inn,
Itarnpiiham, was summoned by l'.C. Fnpp for having
had his house open at an illegal hour. It appeared that
the defendant's house was badly conducted, and com-
plaints respecting it were incessantly being mule. The
Bench severely reprimanded the defendant and fined him
in the Leavy penalty of E.l, which included expenses.
Jana Boller's, labourer, of East Knighton, in the
parish of W'infritls, was charged by Thouias Burt, a lad,
with poaching. The oomplainant proved the came, and
the defdendaut was fined 20s. including costs, and in
default of payment to be committed to gaol furs month.
Monne Spknham and Janus Bartlett, two labourers,
were summoned by Joseph Burrows, gamekeeper in the
employ of It. 11. Sheridan, Esq., for being in pursuit of
rabbits on his master's land. J. Burrows, gamekeeper,
said that on the 13th of November (Sunday) about
half past 11 o'clock in the morning, he saw the defend-
ants beating some furse, and had two sticks in their
hands. He was about to go up to them when they ran
away. Witness said he followed them and saw
Sydnharn run behind a hay rick, where he deposited
four rabbits. Fined 205., including costs.
JoAm Sla,rt, • journeyman bout and shoe maker, of
Charminster, appeared to a summons issued by Ellen
Short°, to show cause why he should not con-
tribute to the support of her child. Mr. Syinonds
appeared on behalf of the defendant. Ellen Short*
said : I am a single woman, and live at Stratton.
On the 4th of October I gave birth to a male child,
whose father is John Short. I have known the defen-
dant some years. I began to keep company with him
about last Christmas, at which time I had connection
with him. At this time I lived with his inother, who
was then an invalid, and who has since died. The de-
fendant occasionally used to conic to see his mother. I
never stated my condition to him, but this! should have
done if I had had an opportunity ; but whenever I saw
he was in the habit of running away. I never re-
ceived any money from him. It appeared that this was
not the first " misfortune" the complainant bad expe-
rienced. Mrs. Fox, mother of the girl Ellen Short., a
most decrepid and dejected looking woman, and per-
fectly lame, was brought into court in a kind of carriage.
chair, and upon questions being put to her, it was found
that she could say no more than she had been told, and
upon which the Magistrates said that the evidence ad-
duced was not sufficient to support the complaint, and
accordingly the summons was dismissed.
AFFILIATION CAMIC.—.) Junes Cornick r. Catherine
Bartlett.-- The defendant, who did not appear, is a sailor
in the navy, but service of sunnuons was proved. Tim
complainant is an unmarried woman residing at Abbots-
bury. Mr. Weston defended the prisoner. Catherine
Bartlett said : On the 25th of December! was delivered
of a child, and James Connek is the father. The de-
fendant went to ssa about five months ago • before that
tune he was a fisherman, and entirely =beied upon his
earnings in that way. I had connection with him about
the middle of December last. He promised me marriage
several times • both before and after the birth of rny
child. At the time the defendant promised to marry
me there were three persons present, and among them
Mary Bryant. I know a man named Steel, but I can
swear most positively that neither he nor any one else--
excluding J. Cornick—ever took any undue liberties
with me. Mary Bryer deposed to having seen the de-
fendant walking, on various occasions, with the com-
plainant, and added that she had heard the defendant
say that he would marry the complainant. The Bench
made the usual order.

Henry Palmer, RicAard Wallis, and Edward ilisa
were summoned by Mr. Best, farmer of Owermoigne,
for stealing his hay, on the 19th instant. Mr. Weston
appeared on behalf of the complainant. The defendants
pleaded guilty. The Bench told the prisoners that if
they did not plead guilty the case must go to the
Assizes. Palmer and Wallis were sentenced to six
weeks' imprisonment with hard labour, and Ellis to three
weeks' hard labour.

CoMMITTED To DORCHESTER GAOL—Hard labour :
John Crushers, John Sullivan, and Thomas Smith, de-
serting H.M. chip Mars, 28 days; Levi Parker, diso-
bedience of orders on board H.M. ship Hero, 18 days,
10 days solitary; l'atrick 31'Mullin using diaguative
language, ditto; William Woolgar, deserting H.M.
ship Royal Albert and dealing clothes 160 days;
Daniel Healey, deserting H.M. ship Royal Albert and
stealing clothes, 150 days; Daniel Healey, deserting
11.11. chip Emerald and dealing clothes, 6 calendar
nionths ; Charles Cox, dimertinfr from H.M. ship
Aboukir and stealing clothes, I, calendar months;
Henry 31ankwell, disobedience of orders on board
11.31. ship Aboukir, 28 days; John Wellstead, poach-
ing at Muredon, 2 calendar months; Williaw Stone,
vagrancy at Bridport, 2 calendar months; James
Roberts, poaching at Owermogne, 1 calendar month ;
jane Robbins, stealing barley meal at Blandford. 1
calendar month ; Prudence Rollins. stealing two petti•
coats at Bridport, 1 calundar month; Richard Wallis
and Henri Political, stealing hay at Owerumigoe, 6
weeks; Vs illiam Ellis, ditto, 3 weeks.