The Express.
London, England, 1864-09-17 00:00:00

THE EXPRESS, • SATURDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 17, MM.

arl.rticg French names I do not think that that is of much
waseqemme, or this weber. any right to complain of boos
obliged kr adopt them to moms extent, in cooseq winos of their
Mein been already introdused so extensively among almost
41 the man:mot 2.urope. It is mortifying, no doubt, tom
Englishman thig we shoold beplaced inthie prodicameet, and
he obliged to follow indeed of leading. But whose halt
is that We me ammg the bat of civilised nations to re-
form our system, or rather oar want of system, in this re-
spect. and we most submit to the consequences. If we had
led the van in this improvement, we might have commended
our names to others. As it is most probably them looser
MOMS of decimetre, decametre, and hectometre will be cat
dnwm to some shorter forms by practical Englishmen.
kCheers and a laugh.) But I imagine we most acoept the
metre, though we may make it Em ilia& if we like by drop-
ping the accent and spelling it differently. (Cheers.) Espe-
cially, however, I wish to express my hearty concur-
rence with the proposition which has just been
made, that the influence of the association should
be used with the government to induce them
to requiem that in all schools waisted by the state the
metrical e)stem shall be regularly. taught. It is possible
that practical difficulties may exist in respect of such • pro-
posal being carried oat at ace which may sot occur to me
at the moment. At preseet I see no such difficulty, except
the want of elementary books adapted to the new system ;
and these would of course be prepared when the impetus is
given by making such teaching compulsory in schools receiv-
ing state support. This would not be making the adoption
of the metrical system compulsory in the nation at large,
but practically it would ensure the adoption of it very gene-
rally, and would suable us to get rid entirely of the old
cumbrous system in the next generation. I beg, therefore,
very cordially to support the resolution which has been reed
to the meeting. (Loud cheers.)
The discussion was continued by Mr. G. Brown, Sir B.
Brodie, Mr. Fellow's, Professor Hennessy. M. Ann; and
Sir Wm. Armstrong, who stated that be had found the
adoption of the metric system an absolute net:amity in his
establishment, in order to enable them to work up to the
precision and nicety required by the present times.
The report of the committee was adopted unanimously.
Mr. fliscebridge moved that the section recommend its
committee to suggest to the Committee of the Council on
Education the Importance of requiring that the metric
system be taught in the schools reomvuig public rank.
Mr. Tice, M.P., said that an important practical sugges-
tion had been made by the chairman, and he thought it
was likely to be the means of introducing the thin edge of
the wedge, for the introduction of this change or soy other
in Englend could only be a matter of progress. He thought
it important that government should adopt the metric
system in levying the duties on goods imported from France
and other countries which used that system. As an archi-
tect he had 20 years ago had • great deal to do in France,
and he found the adoption of the metric system of the
greatest use in facilitating his operations both in matters of
minute measurement and account.

Sir B. Brodie rsoommeoded the adoption of the system in
all national observatories and scientific institutions.
Colonel Sykes supported the motion.
Dr. Lee mid be wen an old advocate for the adoption of
the decimal system, but be preferred the old English yard
to the metro. _ _

The motion was adopted.
Professor Levi said a few words in reference to the spirit
of unanimity which he was glad to observe had prevailed
throughout the discuaaioo. The metric system, it ought to
be known, was not • French but • cosmopolitan system.
(Hear, boar.)
The President moved a vote of thanks to Mr. William
Ewart, M.P., who as chairman of the committee in the
House of Commons and author of the measure which had
passed the legisl►ture, had done so much to promote the
success of the peat cause they all had at heart. It we
most creditable to the committee of the House of Coro.
mons, of which his friend Colonel Sykes sru also • member,
that disregarding all little objections, and even difficulties
which were real and which most arise in pansies from an
old to a new system, they had come unanimously to the re-
solution that such a bill should bourne the law of the land.

The motion was carried by acclamation.
Mr. E wart haring acknowledged the compliment,
Colonel Tomas read a paper on the system of land
Waster in Australia as applicable to Ireland.
The section then adjourned till to-morrow.
To-morrow (Saturday) there will be an excursion to the
Druidical remains at Stanton Drew and the collieries at
Iladstock.

to one o'clock, having reinforced skirmishers (with two
cosnianies of the 68th), end cautioned the men to rewires
their tire (which they did la the most steady manner), the
advance was sounded, sad the men moved as if on pa-
rade. To the dash, determination, and steadiness with
which the attack was made the success which followed is
dua. From the fact that the attack was made in
infantry order, sod from the Maoris having
for the charge and made a dasperete head to hand resis-
tance, more opportunity was offered of showing indivi-
dual gallantry than might occur is much more extensive
operations ; but the attack was so simultaneous, and all
did their duty so well, it is difficult to make selectscae.
I beg, however, to bring the following to the
favourable mice of the Lieutenant-General Commanding—
Major Synge, 43rd Light Infantry, commanding the line of
skirmishers, and who had hie horse shot ander him in two
eV:whoa ekes to the tine pits. Major Cola* 43rd
Infantry, who gallantly led the left of the line of
skirmishers into the idle pits, being himself on. of the first
in. Major fffinaleworth, 68th Light Infantry, who com-
manded the support, consisting of udth Light Infantry and
lit Waikato Militia, and broughtthem up in the mostsoldier-
like manner, and rushed on the pits at the ontioa moment.
Captain Treat, actise-fleld officer. 68th Light Washy,
who fell, severely wounded, when leading two companies
of the 68th into the left of the rifle pita, and continued
cheering oa the men until the pits were take.. Captain
Smith, 43rd Light Infantry, whoa reported to have been
first into the right of the line of rifle pita, and whom gallant
conduct was so conspicuous. I hews forwarded evideacts,
with a view to his being recommended for the Victoria Cream
He was wounded *seemly in two places. Captain Com-
meat, 68th Light Infantry, who was severely wounded in
two places, in froot of his company, whet, leadag them into
the Me pits. Captain Benson, 43rd Light Infantry, who was
' also severely wounded when leading in front of his company,
close to the rigs pits Captain Seymour, 68th Light Infan-
, try, who took Captain Trent's plies when that °Soar fell,
and led into the left of the ride pits is the most gallant man-
' ner. Lieutenant Stuart, 68th Light Infantry, who was one of
the first into the left hoe of ride pits, and had a personal
conflict with a Maori, armed with an Eafiekl rifle sad
born* and by whom be was slightly bayonet wounded,
but succeeded in cutting him down with his sword. Captain
the Hoe. A. Harris, 43rd Light Wintry, who was detached
to the right, iu command of two companies of the 43rd, to
enfilade the enemy's poetic., and aftermath brought the
compaties, at the crake' moment, to assist in the moult.
Ceram Moore, who commanded the la Waikato Militia,
and led his men ap to the rile pits, and shared in the as-
sault. Lieutenant mad Acting Adjutaat Helmick, 43rd
Light Infantry, who performed his duty with great cool.
nese end courage under a heavy tire. Lieutenant Grubb.
R.A., whose 0001011n1 and excellent practice with the 6-
pounder Armstrong under his command, when under fire
during the action, and entesqueutly oa the retreating
Meories, when they had got beyond the reach of the infantry,
was admirable. Surgeon-Major Beet, 68th Light lotaatry,
principal medical offiosr, who performed hisdaty ansidoeuay
under fire, paying the greatest attentioa and care to the
wounded ; I can say the same of Amistiot.Sargeoas Henry,
43rd; Applin. 68th ; and O'Connell, Staff— the forniel_wmtit
ticularly brought to my notice by Major Spies, commanding
43rd Light Infantry ; Lieut. and Adjutant Cooty,6llll=gh
Infantry, Field Adjutant, and Ensign Palmer, 68th Light
Infantry, acting as my orderly oiliest, who performed their
duty coolly and gallantly, affording me valuable sesiatence ;
Lieutenant Covey having been sent • message by me to
Major Shuttleworth, when he was on the point of attack-
ing, went with the supprets, and was dragged into a rills
pit by a Maori, who thrust his spear through his clothes ;
Ensign Palmer was struck is the sock by • musket hetet,
and knocked from his horns Mensible when riding beside
me ; when he recovered and had bin wound dresse he per-
formed his duty during the rest of the day. Sergeant-major
Tudor, 68th Light Infantry, who went is frost, and distis-
risked himself in several personal conflicts with the mislay
in the rifle pits. Sergeant-major Daniels, 43rd Light In-
fantry, and acting &reseal-major Lillay (70th t),
of the Lt Waikato Militia, who also them-
selves by their coolness and courage. No. 918, Sergeant
Murray, 68th Light Infantry, whose gallantry and proems
were so distinguithed, I have thought him worthy of being
recommended (or the Victoria Cram and have with that
view forwarded evidences. N 0.2,832, Corporal J.Byros,V.C.,
168th Light Infantryorbo,wllien awarder to aerie was given,
was the first man of his company into the ride pits. A Maori,
whom he transfixed with his bayonet, seized his rifle with
one hand, and holding it firm with the bayonet through
• endeavoured to cut him does with his tomahawk ; hie
' life was saved by Sergeant Murray. No. 3,641, Privets
Thomas Smith (severely wounded), and No. 518, Private
Daniel Caffrey, 68th Light Infantry, both distinguished
themselves by their pliant conduct in the field, and their
prowess la the rifle pita
I beg to add that daring the engagement several reports
were forwarded to me, stating that a large body of natives
were coining down by the Wairoa to attack the Camp Te
Papa at low water ; the information having bean given by
Distally Natives. Low water on that day was half-pest three
o'clock. I was beck in camp about half-past two o'clock,
and artillery, mooted defence force, and reinforcements
of infantry wen following me. 1, however, found that
every nemesary arrangement had been made by Lieut.-
Colooa Harrington (Lt Waikato Militia). who was in com-
mand of the map during my absence. I beg to bring to the
mei°, of the lieut.-genera oommodieg the readiness with
which Captain Phillimors, her Ms 'nay s ship Esk, senior
naval officer at this station, and or Swans, be,
Majesty's ship Harrier, respoecied to my request which I
sent immediately ois finding the Mamie', that they would
land all their available force for the protection of the camp.
I have sines ascertained that the report of the lastly=
coming down to attack Te Pipe was true, but that the
result of the affair at Te Bangs disarranged then plans.
For Dearly an hour previous to the assault I had seep
Maori minforcemeata corning down from the woods, yelling
and firing their guns, and when the advance was sounded,
they were sot room than 500 cards from the rift pits I
beg further to add that, while in command hers, I have
only endeavoured to carry out the instructions given me by
the lieuteoantgeneral commanding, and, if I have had any
BYCONS, it in to the foresight of those instructions sad to the
good discipline and courage of the troops ands my com-
mand it is to be attributed,. On Wednesday morning last
(22ed inst.) I mot • strong patrol, under Major Colville,
43rd Light Infantry, to bury the dead, and fill is the rifle
pits ; 108 Maoris were buried in the rifle pita which they
had themselves dug the morning before. The patrol
returned the same afternoon, without having seat
anything further of the hostile natives, nor have 1
any been observed sines in the neighbourhood. In
addition to the number buried ta the as pits, 15
of the wounded prisoners have died since they were brought
in. lam sending up sight wounded and eleven anwourided
prisoners by the Alexandra, and nine are detained fur
further treatment in the hospital at this stance, making a
total of 151 Marries accounted for. Enclosed are lists of the
arms captured from the enemy, and banded over to the
Military Store Departinett, and returns of the killed and
wounded of the force under my command.-1 have, to.,
(Signed) H. H. GREZR, Coloeel.
Commanding Teenage District.
The Deputy Adintaat.Getieral, ha,
Headquarters, New Zealand.

SPORTING INTELLIGENCE.

DONCASTER RACES. —Fa DA v.
THE DIM DAY. _ _

jTleis day is by many, as garded as ladies, re
the mod interesting of the needing, and is, amongst the
habitue,* of the turf, considered as next in importance to the
Leger day. That consideration which racing moo as well as
all others deny, are so ready to ascribe to the fair sex,
combined with the fact that the attendance of the ladies is
so much larger than os any of the previous days of the
meeting, have caused "The Cup " day to be regarded as
the " lediee' day " as much as the Oaks day at f;;PIOni.
The morning broke very wet and miserable, and wise-
acres" prognosticated another Leger day as regarded the
wet, and at 11 siolock it looked as if their ideas would be
verified to the letter. But they were all out," like
=ay other " prophets," for nothing could be finer
than the weather was when the time arrived for the
first race, and to this fact may be partly attributed
the very large attendance, which was coniuderably above the
avenge of many years past for the Cup Day. The number
of carriages wee not very great, but the brilliant attire of the
ladies rendered the eight a very attractive one. The scratch-
*of such celebrities as Blair Athol, Cellar Ou. and East
Lenceshire, deprived the Cup of a deal of interest, but there
was some betting both at the rooms aid in the ring, the
peincipal support bong awarded to General Peel, Hippolyta,
Miner, and Adveeturer the first two being very firm.
Caller Ou was "coloured" on the card, although scratched
on Wednesday night. The Don Stakes, the first race of the
day, was appointed at 1230, and three runners, all that
were coloured, went to the post. There was some very
spirited betting, and a large amount of money was invested,
King George and the Beaver being alternately favourites,
the latter finally having a slight call, and after
a fine race he just " landed " by a head.
The Town Plate produced a field of 15, Sir
Joseph Hawley's Washington being a grad favourite at the
short price of 2 to 1, The Beadle sad Lytham being also
backed freely at 6 and 7to 1 respectively. After a very
tedious delay of tome-quarters of an hour. the lot were
sent on their journey, the start being an indifferent one, but
the hackers of the favourite @bowed their good judgment, as
Washington woe very doily by ale . For the Dos-
seder Stakes ten faced the starter, " • beautifuly Ely
being supported for a mint of mosey at 6 to .1 on him,
and he literally woe how he liked, cantering in eight lengths
in front of Coast Guard. The victory of three favourites is
succession put the backers in wide' spirits. The Scurry
Stakes were won by Lord Westmoreland's Dosfoot, who
was favourite at 6 to 5 on him, the only one to make a race
with him being Sir Joseph's St. Alexia. The Doncaster
Cop, the great feature of the day's racing, an equisite speci-
men of art manufacture, repwsotang an equestrian group,
" Hawking M the time of the Cavaliers," brought out but
four starters—Oeseral Peel, Rapid Rhone, Hippolyta. end
Miner. The race was run at a very slow pace. The Geer
ral was in the rear until fairly getting into the straight,
when he came out, and won, hands down, by a head.
Hippolyta woad. Rapid Rhone was started to serve his
stable companion, General Peel. Up to the start the Ge-
Demi was the favourite, as will be seen by the betting, Hip.
polite and The Miner also receiving material support. The
result of the nice proved the correctness of public running ;
and that his friends were justified in backing General Peet
for the Leger. The return of the horse to the enclosure
was the signal for tremendous cheering, which was joined
in by everyone, showing the great esteem in which Lord
I Glasgow, the noble owner of Gamed Peel, is held by all
for the sportsman-like manner in which be always runs his
homes, having the interest of the public as much at heart as
his own. The Nursery Plate produced the largest field of
the day-19—Provisos. being made the favourite at 5 to 2 •
the winner, Mr. Merry's colt by Oulaton—Vest, was also
backed for a deal of money at 10 to 1. Mr. John Osboree's
filly Wild Poppy was the only one who toads any race with
Mr. Merry's colt, after reaching the enclosure, the others
being beaten from that point. A good finish maned, the
popular yellow end black cap pa sing the post first by half
a length. The followingare of the day's running :

Tffi DON &Tana of 50 eon. each, h ft, for 3-yr-olds ;
colts. Bst 101 b; fillies, flet 71b. Lad mils. (6 subs.)
Mr. I. C. Naylors The Bearer, by The Trapper—Conan-
00Ma, Mt WM ;Challoner. 1
Captain Gray's Blne George, list 10Ib P. Adams; 2
Mr. F. Hies Coup d'Ztat, bet 101 b (Cuetaoco)
Betting : 6 to 4 apt The Buyer, 13 to 8 apt King
Guns, and 100 to 30 apt Coup d'Etat. The Salver
made, play followed closely by King George ; Coup d'Etat
lying off a maple of lengths in the rear, until arriving at the
road, where King Gouge ran head and head with The
Braver round the head. Them Captaia Gray's horse ap-
paired to have the best of the rue, but upon arriving at
the datum The Beaver drew away, and Coup d'Etat
back. Half way up the distance King George
but ban to get up was beaten a head. Coup
d'Eat wea a bad third.
Tax Totals PLAIT (Handicap) of 100 sou. for 3-yr-olds
and upwards. lied Hones in IS fur. 152 yards).
SO Joseph Hawley's Washington, by Charleston—Lan.
galas. 3 yrs, eat alb (Mona's) 1
Mr, B. H. Jones's Skylark. Syrs, ad bib (Craushaw 2
Mr. York's Lytham, S yrs, Bat 10Ib
S
The foUovriag also eau :—Argonaut, Lady Louth, .avarket.
Galina Tromps. Durham. The Beadle, kptare, Practitioner.
Jane Shore, Clairvoyants, and Farnham,
Betting : 2 to 1 apt Wathington, 6 to lao The Beadle,
7 to 1 apt Lytham. 10 to 1 each apt Lady Louisa and Dur-
ham, 100 to 8 aget Gallas, 100 to 6 apt Clairvoyant', 20 to
1 each apt Rapture, Jabs Shore, and Newmarket, 25 to 1
apt Practitioner, and 33 to I each agst Skylark and Farn-
ham. After three-quarters of as hour's delay only a mode-
rato start was effected, Farnham being left at the post.
Jane Shore jumped awa in (root, followed by
Lytham. Skylark, and Washington to the turn,
when Lytham next the rails took up the running,
but tiring opposite the Stand was passed by
Washington and Skylark, the former of whom
woo by a length, which disuses separated the second and
third, Clairvoyant* wu fourth, Lady Louisa fifth, and Rap-
ture sixth. Trumps palled up last on the post, and Faro-
ham, who was left at tho pest, walked in.
Ts.! Doccarrga Suomi of 10 sou. each, with 100 added
for{ 3-yr-olds ; colts, Bst 101 b ; fillies, Bst 6lb ; 'Moors
extra. Last mile and • half. (87 subs.)
Mr. W. S. Cartwright's Ely, by amigos—The Bloomer,
fat nib (Natant* 1
Mr. B. C. Naylors Gmatguard, Mt 101 b (ChaUoneri 2
Mr. John Scott's Tool-tool, ass alb iFordbani) S
The following also tan:—Peon, Wasklagloa, Brli.dlat, Nar•
bonne, Columbine, Alabama. and Durham.
Betting : 6 to 4 on Ely. 5 to 1 mit Pam, 7 to 1 agst Ala-
bama and Columbioe, coupled, and 10 to 1 offered apt any
other. Toot-tool made play with a clear lead, followed by
Pecs and Ely, next the rails, Coastguard going on fourth,
Columbia' fifth, Washington being last but ono, and Dur-
ham last. Aloes the wood side Tool-tool amassed her lead,
and at the Rine /3utts Columbiae dropped back, and Brin-
disi took second place, lb. lot presetting along tail after the
first half doses. At the Red House Ely took second place,
and at the half mile post Coatgoard
_pulsed Peon. Before
coming into the straight Ely beaded Tool-tool, and coming
along from the dietaries won in a muter by eight lengths.
Three parts of a length separated the mead and third.
Perm finished fourth, • hundred yards in the rear of Tool-too(,
Brindisi being fifth ; Narboone, Columbine, and Washing.
ton trotted io together next, and Durham was last through-
out. Coastguard, who literally ran the last half mile cm
three lees, pulled up very lame.
Tile Samar Soaxes (Shale), of 5 soya each, with 50
added, far 2-yr-olds mid upwards ; selling and other allow-
urea Red Hoeft in, 5 furious and 152 yaids. (6 subs.)
Lord Vissiatoreland's Doeford. by IDog of Trumps—Pas.
Mon Flower, yn (WO, fat lUb (J. Orshaw) I
fUr 3. Hawley 's SA Alexis, 6 yrs Sot 71b radium) 2
Mr. Sidney's Chicot the Jester. 3yn ad/ $, Ist lolb (Zap) 3
The Doctor and Lady Mary also ran.
Betting : 6to 5 on Dastard, 2 to 1 apt St. Alexis, and
100 to 15 apt The Doctor. Dastard made the whole of the
running, and won by three parts of a length. Clairol the
Jester a bad third. Tim wiener was, bought in for 120
guineas.
Tut DoncArrEa Coo, value 300 sou, for 3-yr-olds and
upwards. Ceram perialties and allowances. Cup room
(shout 2 miles and 5 foliates.)
Lord Glasgow's General Peel. by Young Melbourne, dam by
Orlando—Brown Bess. 3 yrs, 7st alb
Baron Bothschlld's H I ppoly ta. yrs, est DM 4 orlmabsw) 2
Mr. Saunders Miner, 11 yrs, 'Si sib !Whitely) 3
Rapid Mose also ram
. . . _ .

Betting : 5 to 4 apt General Peel, 5 to 2 apt Hippolyta,
and 100 to 90 apt The Miner. The Miner eat out the work.
followed by Hippolyta ; Rapid Rhone, a length in front of
General Peel, being third. The pace w..• • Moro park
canter for three-quarters of a mile, when it was improved.
but no alteration occurred in their relative positions till
within half a toile from the Ilaiab, where Rapid Rhone
dropped into the rear, and General Peel gi
ber left
on the
ontaide of Hippolyta, who had The Miner on bet left neat
the rails. At the distance The Miner was beaten, end
General Peel waiting oo,Hippolyta all the way, woo easily,
though only by • head. The Miner was a bad third, and
Rapid Rhone polled up on the post,
Tae NUMMI! PLATS 01 200 MIL, for 2.yr•olds. Last

Mr. Merry's eby Oebiton—Vest. let 71b (H. Casey: 1
Mr. J. Osborne's Wild Poppy. 7st (Whitely) I
Mr. 0. W. Morrlis Clan Queen, OK Sib (Wren', S
The following also ran —Sweet Jessie, Monesid, Lady Sykes,
Campbell, stike. Def). [Wild ('Bourke colt, Parity, Ancat
Rusabornugb ally, Renfrew, Row of Detunark. oisor, Moll
Flagon, Log-ear, sad Lady tkieltrans.
Betting - 5 to 2 eget Proviso,. 5 to 1 spat Moll Flagon,
10 to 1 each apt Cornball, Spies, sad Lady Cochrane,
100 to 8 emit the Vest colt, 100 to 6 apt Anon) ma. snd
20 to 1 each aitst the Pinch filly, Wild Poppy,
sad Lop-ear. After numerous failures the lot were,
with otie or two ezoeptioes, admirably started, the Vest
colt, Moll Flagon, Lady Cochrane, Proviaor, Wild Poppy,
Club Queen. Roemer, sod the Pinch filly forming the front
rank ; behind whom followed eight or 11100 in • cluster,
beaded by Sweet Jessie. They ran is this order right round
the bead, wLere Wild Poppy took the lead, the Vest colt
waiting upon her until opposite the steal, where be headed
her, and was by half a length ; three lengths separated the
mooed mad third • Provisoes was fourth, Renfrew Mb, Lady
Cochleas sad Lady Sykes being next, sad Defy last.
TES PAIL Him. 'Mazza a 50 sons. each, for 3.yr-old
fillies, Rat 10Ib. 8t Leger Coarse. (18 maw)
Lord ateastord'a Itettegba. by Bataplaa— tapetr. Pet 1016

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Lord Olnagoles Alger to Drake. OM 10th Aldcroft) r
Captain Gray's Ayres, ilit lib . ,F. Adorn) 1
Tio following also rag :—Molly Carew, Columbine, and Bind*.
rftlo.

A 13Trzuerk•ss of 200 son. sods fee 3-Ir.old ; :dolts,
Brll6lb ; enim, sus se. se. Lew mum. (6 sobs. )
Lord Plumb:webs Cambiums, by Ilevrealbeeer-1 be arrow,
Bet Mb ( &breeds) 1
kr. L C. 1411111oe•Oessa lairs, est tab
93
Sittig : 10 Be 1 se Gmabostas, who woo is • wake by
Iffitoha.