The Express.
London, England, 1852-06-25 00:00:00

REPItESENTATION OF THE TOWER

HAMLETS.
Last evening a meeting of the united committees
for c redacting the election of Sir Wm. Clay, M.P., as the
rept, ...native of the Tower Hamlets, was held at the Lite-
rary institution, Lamont i quays, Mile-end-road, for the
purp.ae of affording Sir William an opportunity of declar-
ing hi. political views. Mr.). D. La Mane in the chair.
Sr Wm. Char, in addressing the electote, said he might
teemed them that there is in the, present contest this perish-
fatty that it would not, at first view at least, be easy to as-
sign the grounds of political princip:e on which it is waged.
Tlic candidates for their suffrages were agreed on most
qui at ens, or differed only in degree. They were all free-
traders,—all friends of civil and religious 1 iherty—all pre-
pared to give to the nrineiplcs they professed practical effect.
711. re tumid be no doubt that the contest must turn in a
high degree on personal considerations. They had before
them men rather than principles in opposition. and they
would. they asset be, mainly guided in their secction by
their •ipisein as to the comparative personal pretensions of
the several candidates for the honour of their choice. Yet
altle uele this contest would in a great degree turn on per-
"anal considerations, there were differences of principle of
ao tiling amount between his opponents and him-
self, conatitational questions of no light import-
anee to which its progresa has given rise.
In ref. ranee to the grant to Maynooth, he observed :
It should be understood at the outset that the grant to
May: meth wY not, as bad sometimes been supposed, an
annual grant—one, therefore, which would cease and deter.
as,ne, if not voted year by year by the House of Commons.
It was a charp on the Consolidated Fund, creates' by the
act of 1813. That set, brought in by Sir Robert Peel, was
an extension sad confirmation of three previous acts—two
pawed by the Irish parliament before the Union, the 38
Deo 111., c. 2S, It 40 Deo. 111., c. and one since, 48 (leo.
111.. e. It By the set of 1843, a suns of money was given
for the repair and enlargement of the building, and an en-
dowment created of 26,0001. per annum, charged, as be had
said, on the Consolidated Fund. By these wia beyond all
doubt a clear and distinct obligation had been ir.curred by
the crown, parlinmert, and people of EnAland, towards •
portion of the subjects of the crown,—namely the Roman
catholic pe pie of Ireland. That obligation con only be ab-
rogated by act of parliament. He considered, therefore, that
there could be no valid preliminary objection to inquiry
into the administration of the revenues of Maynooth. He
did not think that the modes of inquiry which had bees
suggested in lieu of inquiry by a committee of the ROOM ef
Commons, were satiefactory substitutes for sea MI
inquiry. Charges of the gravest kind t
the Bourse of education at May nooth had bee=
mute, and were believed by loge portions of the people—
it er to well that those charges should be verified or dis-
proved. It was his intention, therefore, to have voted fat
the appointment of the committee in the present path-
went ; and it he should be a member of the next pialla.
sent, and iamb a motion should be brought forward, it 1111111111
equagy have his support. la regard to our military estab-
liehnients be did not believe that in the present shag or
Europe, yet more with our present colonial empire, that
they coals! be safely reduced. The army, exclusive of the
portion in India, and paid by the East India Company,
consists in round numbers of 100,000 men ; of these 40,000,
Mil. speaking in round numbers, were either it. the colonies
or no the way out and house, and 23,000 in Ireland, leaving
35,000 for England, Wales, and Scotland. When from this
number were deducted the men necessary for the garrisons
of our few fortresses, of our naval amens's, and for the pro-
tection of the person of the sovereign, the force remain
was so sm ell as to create serious apprehensions in the lead
of any man who had not succeeded in persuading himself,—
which be had nut—that a descent on our shores wee hos
possible. But if a descent he not impossible, had they the
mean, of preventing the march of even a very small in-
vading army on Lo..don ? It may be fervently hoped it
was in the very highest degree improbable that les7
attempt at invasion of this, country should be
but he would not grudge the comparatively
expense., which would render it impossible. Ile had
bimsell opposed the Militia Bill, not on the ground of our
defences being in a satisfactory state, but because he
thought it a very clumsy mode of improving them. That
which he should wish on this subject that which
he should have proposed in the House of Commons, if he
could have found a fit opportunity, was that a commission
should be appointed by the crown, to consist of the first
military and navel authorities, aided by eminent civilian,—
Hr. Cobden, fir instance, among them—to inquire, first,
whether our national defences were sufficient, and if not,
in what mode the defect should be supplied. Ile would
now call their attention to the present aspect of public
adairs. It was no longer doubtful that the ministers intend
to go to the country, without any distinct or intelligible
explanation of their principles upon any one question of pub-
lic policy. As regarded the extension of political freedom, had
they the least reason to believe that the government would
give them even the smallest measure of parliamentary re-
form? It seemed to him as clear that they had no such
intention as it was that such reform wee desirable. Oa
this head it was but little necessary that he should state his
opinions. His public life was before them—they knew
that ever since he had been in the House of Commons he
had voted for the ballot, shortening the duration of par-
liaments, and that of late years he had voted
for au extension of the franchise, on the conviction
that a large portion of the people might safely and
wisely he admitted to a share of political power.
lie did not think that universal suffrage would hest secure
good government ; therefore he would not vote for it. A
neighbouring and enlightened country had shown them but
too clearly that universal suffrage may not only fail to
secure good government and rational freedom, but may be
made the readiest instrument for the establishment of
despotism. He was of opinion that no tele= or none de-
serving the name, was to be expected foam the palest
vernment. After what he bad hid amid it be • aseehon
with bin whether ss he Arad epwt Leal Dalt foe
that was the en widen bh 'doodle asked
at the \meths, ? Ba preheri to bases at Ism to bat one
party—the party of eke TOW Hamlets. If the present

government would give them good measures—measures as
good, fur instance, as their 111Ca•Urrt of law reform, lie
would but
in no factious opposition merely to displace
them; hut if they should be 100441 by such principles as
their Isnguitite and conduct have shiuloued forth, he should
he aniongd their moat ',avocet opponents. Should he be
szaiiithc °hp et of their choice, this treat pro,..for their con
lidince would is a motive for increased exertions in their
service. The hon. gentleman was enthusiastically cheered
as he resumed his seat.
Mr. SAMVISI. SIAM Ler propos, d • resolution pledging
the meeting to support Sir William Clay at the ensuing elec-
tion. The motion was carried with acclamation, and the
prneeedings terminated.

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Mtireutitosv..—A numerous and highly respecta-
ble meeting of the %steno., of this borough was held on
Wednesday evening, when resolutions were canted unani-
moody, appointing a committee to take the necessary steps
for securing the return of Sir B. Hall and Lord I). Stuart,
and empowering the committee to raise subscriptions from
the electors, to return them to parliament free of expense.
Mr. George Mailable was appointed treasurer, and Mr.
John Wilson honorary secretary to the committee; and on
the motion of Mr. t roll, seconded by Mr. D'llfanger,
Jun., it having been resolved that a subscription list should
lw at once opened, [banks were awarded to the chairman,
and the meeting, which was most enthusiastic, separated.
meeting is to be held in St. Fancries, on Monday,
far which purpose a requisition has been numerously
signed.
EltiNlttittilt.—The tortes are, we believe, about to
bring forward the Hon. Thomas Charles Bruce, one of the
brothers of the Earl of Elgin,—a young gentleman of
twenty-five sears of age, at present, it is sad, studying for
the bar. This is the same gentleman who was to have
stood for life shire—an intention abandoned front want of
eueouragement.—Mr. Cowan, it will be seen, is to address
the electors on Monday.—Seide
AltiNtiaos.—General Canfield has just issued his
address; to the electors. The Attorney-General having
withdrawn, General Caulfield's return is confidently ca-
pe:teed.
DvEurotn..—Our correspondent says Mr. Forbes
Mackenzie, M.l'., Secretary of the Treasury, arrived in
Liverpool yesterday afternoon by the express train. The
contest is now carried on on both sides with considerable
vigour; Teen] organs have been started for the promulga-
tion of the respective electioneering addresses of the candi-
dates and their various committees, and until the dissolution
the effect upon business is markedly manifest.
litafTw tea.—Sir J. Pakington, Colonial Secretary,
has addressed his constituents here, stating that the busi-
ness of the session is " nearly concluded," and, offering
himself fee re-election, he says "So short a time has
elapsed since you kindly and unanimously re-elected me
after my seat had become vacant by toy acceptance of office
as a member of the Earl of De lily s cdministration, that it
can hardly be necessary for me now to repeat those general
views elan public policy w hada I then fully explained to
you. During the brief period which has intervened, I have
endeavour, d, so for as opportunity has allowed, to 4.. t upon
those opinions, and I think I may, without presumption,
say that, although we have hitherto conducted the govern-
ment under circumstances of unusual difficulty, the session,
now approaching its close, has not been unproductive of
important and useful legislation. I trust you will believe that
as long as the present ministers are honoured
by the confidence of our gracious sovereign, and
by the support of her parliament and her people,
we shall endeavour to carry out those great principles upon
which we have always acted. We shall strive, with doe
regard to the rights and liberties of the people, to support
the institution of the monarchy. We shall endeavour to
adopt a policy which shall extend to all classes of our fellow-
subject', whether at home or in distant lands, a just and
equal participation in the general prosperity ; and we shall
uphold with a firm hand that protestant church which,
from the days of the reformation, has been justly clamed
amongst the greatest blessings of a happy and a grateful
nation. We appeal to the people with a confident belief
that our determination to act upon these principle+ will re-
ceive their approbation ; and, in the hope that I may my-
self experience no change in that kind support which you
have so long given me, I shall take as early an opportunity
as my other duties will permit to pay my respects to you in
person." There is no talk of an opposition. Sir John has
for many years represented this little borough, and living as
he does in the immediate neighbourhood 161 local indolent
is considerable.
CAMBltllnatettlßE.—Mr. Townley (says a MTh
spondent) has declined to contest the county, and Messrs.
Yorke, Manner., and Ball will therefore be returned with-
out opposition.
GLASGOW.—Mr. Alex. Alison, formerly a partner
of Alison. Merry. and Cunningham, ironmasters, Glasgow,
and author of ififiOln works on political and eechviastical
reform, "The Second Reformation," and "The Future,"
and of • pamphlet entitled " Universal Free Trade by
moans of a Property, Income, and Wages Tax, being sub-
stituted for all Indirect Taxation,'" announces himself
as a candidate fur the representation of the city
,of
Glasgow.
Wl(ostue.—Mr. W. Simpson, of Bradmoro House,
Hammersmith, has addressed the electors of this borough.
He is in favour of tree trade, extension of the franchise, the
ballot, short parliaments, education of the people, and a re-
duction of national expenditure.

SPORTING.
NEWCASTLE-ON-TYNE RACES.---TauRSDAY.

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(ST ILICTUIC TELEGRAPH.)
GATESHEAD LOTTIYIT &Tait IS of 10 son. each, p.p.,
with 50 added, the meted to save his stake, for 3-yr-olds;
ltd 7lh ; sod fillies, Bst 41b. Two miles. (14 subs.)
Lord Eilinton's Pclotsdas
Mr. Merry's Hwy, Joe
11r. Dawenis the Vsrmiat
Won easy.
GOLD PCP STARLS of 10 sore. each, p.p. Two miles.
(12 sobs.)
Mr. Mrhilsoe'r Evader, 3 yr.
liartinson's N..nry. 4 yn.
Orly two ran.—Woo cleverly.
CORPORATION (HANDICAP) Of 60 guineas ; 3-yr-olds and
upwards. Once round and • dim.
Mr..Ailliants's Methodist!, 3 yrs, Ist 71b
Mr. 11. Beason ad Lough Hawn. 4 yrs, Est 9lb
Mr. J. Plater ad Fancy Girl. 3 yrs, Cot . .
Mr. T. Jones ad Maid of Team Volley. 6 yrs, 7si alb 4
Paves Gibers Marted.—Won by a length.
SPECULATION PLATE of 201., added to a sweepstakes of
6 son. each, the second to receive 10 moss out of the stakes.
Once round.
Mr. T. Listet's f Brawn, 3 yrs
Mr. lielklam's b e tkvelsod, 3 yrs
Five other. started.

GRAND STAND STAKIS of 10 sows. each, 5 ft, and 60
added; for 2.yr-old., Oat 121 b; and three years, Sat 121 b ;
fillies and geldings allowed 3114 ; the winner of the Tyro or
North Derby Stakes, 4th extra. The winner to pay 5 gui-
neas towards expenses, and the second to save his stake.
T.Y.C. (10 subs.)
thr C. al, act's b a heather to Vanguard by Touchitone out of
Ciarland,2 T a 1
Mr. J. Dawson'• Marren., 2 yrs
Mr. J. Osbccairb Lansbion, 2 yrs 3
Two others started. Won by a length.
&Tufty HANDICAP was won by Mr. T. Lister's b f
Brawn, 3 yn, beating Mr. Carter's Farmer's Boy, 3 yrs,
and Mr. Brown's Rattlecap, 2 yn.