The Express.
London, England, 1847-05-26 00:00:00

ELECTION LNTELLIGENCE.

In anticipation of the dissolution, the sitting members are
employing the NVhitsun recess in such preliminary OW, anti
and speeches as are best calculated to smooth the way for the
grand tug of war at a general election. Their electioneering
exertion., however, will cot end with the short recess, and
we are accordingly forced to withdraw the paragraphs which
relate to this stirring subject front the depsitment of this
paper in which they have hitherto appeared, and to place
them for the future under the above head.

MARYLIBMOXE —Yesterday an acti;ecan vim commenced
throughout the borough on behalf of L Ord Dudley Coatis
Stuart, and a requi•ition, which ha+ already obtained a
large iittraber of signatures, woe in progress upon
Mr. John Bagshaw to come forward. Sir Felix Booth,
Bart., has had, it is stated, a deputation from the conserva-
tives wait upon him requesting him to stand, Luc the result
has not transpired.

BLACILBURN.—As announced in • former number of
this paper, Sir William Frildea will retire from the
representation of Blackburn at the cumin, election. It
is now determined that Lin colleague, J. llornby, Esq.,
will again offer himself, and that Sir 11. B. Ilaghten shall be
solicited to come forward as second conservative candidate.
It is not yet ascertained whether the la-ter gentleman will
comply with the request. Although pommeled of estates in
the neighbourhood, he enjoys the smallcst possible amount
of local influence, not being connected with the district by
residence. The addresses ef the candidate*, including Mr.
Bombe's, arc withheld as long as possible, to avert, it is
supposed, the inconvenience of a protracted canvass. Sir W.
Fedden's retiring address is expected to appear on Wednes•
day (to-day).
BELBV.—Last night's Gettelte contains an order in council,
directing that the town of Selby shall hereafter be • polling
place for tile West Biding.
lIVDDERSFIELD.—A general meeting of the committee for
conducting the borough election was held on Monday evening.
The attendance was very numerous, and cocapri•ed the it act-
ing liberals of the town. After some desultory discussion by
gentlemen opposed to the late grant of government fur edu-
cational purposes, the purport of which was evidently to
bring forward another candidate in opposition to the prevent
borough member, W. 11. C. Stansfield, Esq., it was carried
by about 24 to 10, that a requisition be immediately prepared
and forwarded to Mr. Stanstield, requesting that he will
again allow himself to be put in nomination, and the gentle-
men who voted for his contain UlOO signed the requisition
before leaving the room. It is quite evident, from the aspect
of things at Huddersfield, that then will be a division
amongst the liberal party on the educational question, but
there seems to be little fear of Mr. Stanstivld's re-election.
CANDIDATES FoR STAFFORD.—OiI Monday a hand-bill
was circulated by thu friends of Mr. Meteyard, in which he
offers his services to the electors. It is the first address that
has been issued by any of the gentlemen named as likely to
become candidates for the representation of Stafford. A
correspondent says : " Alderman Sidney is expected to issue
an address in a few days. The alderman (though now a
resident in London) is a native of Stafford. The friends of
Mr. Meteyard are highly respectable, yet scarcely in a posi-
tion to command any great number of supporters. Other
gentlemen are spoken of, but nothing certain is known as to
their coming forward. Captain Carnegie has not stated at
present to any of his friends what his intentions are, whether
to resign or stand again. Mr. Bulk?, the other menthe?, it
is said, will stand for the county, though no address has
been published by him." In the course of his address to the
electors M.. ?detcyard says :
In the prment mined state of our monetary and commercial inte-
nds, the great test of political alum must be, whethet the candidate
is prepared, if elected. to carer forward large and liberal measures.
tending not to =upon narrow interests, but the gum al benefit of
this great empire—to enable the industriom workman, for the daily
labour ef his hands, to procure daily sulontence, and find a market
for his poductions wherever men have soy thing to boy or relL As
to myself, I have urged, flora the time when I could form sjudgment,
as far as my poor qualifications and infresment opportunitim per-
omitted me—the removal of all religious disabilities. I bare advocated
the meted principles of civil and neighs= liberty. I hale supported
free trwle —the abolition of all restrictions on commerce—the
amelioration of the enthral Liars—the doctrine of pence
among men—anti that best reform of penal statutes, mono
and religions education. It Is true, that, in the last two
session, renumna have been paned and principles advocated by
dame very men who, at the hot dection, were their moot determined
oppppmeeenntai and, though even tardy wanders to • Rood cause may be
welcomed with satisfaction, yet, in forming an esumate of political
=tame claim for support may well beaked by theses who lune
from the beginning firm among contending opimma, unter-
rifled by rival asperities, and the wisdom of who., principles and
roundness of whose judgment have "tont the test of time and change,
converting the active opponent ef free commerce and education inns
their reluctant but convinced supporter. Much has been done —done
only, however, tardily, and on the pre of great &Orem much
remains to be done before the resource. of this great empire can be
permanently improved, and Ito many moml and physical evils
ameliorated.

ItITTLANDBHIRR.—Report states that a change maybe I
anticipated in this little county at tho ensuing election.
The Marquis of Exeter and other ultra-tories are resolved
that the old interests of lleathcote and Noel shall not have
it all their own way. Guided by the results of the last elec-
tion, which was determined b a majority of 12 only, it is
expected that the Hon.
C.Lowther will come forward on
the tory interest. All the three parties are protectionists.
DOVIIR AND Or DEAL.—Various reports are in cir-
cplation : one is, that Sir John Rae Reid has expressed
his ;intention not to come forward, and that govern-
meat will send down another candidate to join with
Mr. Rice. Lord Lincoln, Mr. Green, the extensive ship-
owner, and others, are mentioned as likely to offer on the
conservative side ; but these (says the Dover Telegraph) are
only rumours. A general im..reesion prevails at Deal that
Sir Thomas Troubridge will not offer himself as a candidate
at the ensuing election, on account of ill-health.
DRHRIOH.—Mr. hicinwaring's valedictory address appears
in the Chester Courant; also a paragraph intimating that
the Hon. W. Begot will again solicit the votes of the electors
for Denbighshire. It is averted that Col. Biddulph will con-
test with Mr. Begot the second seat for the county.
NORTH Eesex.—The Essex Mercury of yesterday says :
" With respect to the vacant seat in the representation of
North Essex, we have heard no one mentioned, authorita-
tively, as likely to aspire to the honour of succeeding Mr.
Round. Mr. .1. G. Rebow has been referred to as the gen-
tleman most likely to be returned were he to consent to his
nomination; in fact, a requisition to him is already being
signed. Mr. Ably, the eandidate in the reform interest at
the Iduldon election in 1841, is also spoken of, hut at present
' no one has been officially announced as the colleague of Sir
J. Tyrell." A correspondent of the Essex Herald writes as
follows: " It was announced that Captain Du Cane, of
Braxted Lodge, was likely to offer himself, but he has since
stated his disieclination to comply, feeling that he is too far I
advanced in life now to commence a public political career."
DERBT.—Disappointed in not being able to prevail on any
gentleman to offer himself in opposition to the liberal candi-
date, several clergymen and evangelical churchmen on Mon-
day night adopted proceedings with the view to draw out Mr.
Matthew Gisborne, brother of the member for Nottingham.
Mr. Gisborne entertains very liberal views in politics, but
he is a rigid churchman, and, therefore, the best candidate
the tories could have except one of their own political faith.
Mr. Giaborne's reply was, however, in the negative. A
handbill from a " committee of independent voters " was
also Waled on Monday, stating that a candidate, famous for
the don of church end state, the abolition of capital
psmliment, &e., &c., will make his appearance, and a re-
quiltion tosuch candidate is in course of fine tore ; so that we
an to hayi an opposition of 20013 kind... The following fare-
well eildesiolas been issued by Lord Duncannon :
psi".—Olar parliamentary connexion has terminated in a
nen mingooloa sad melesichely manner, yet t cannot allow It to
aloe oillhoot wanks tom my g"atefal thank for the unvarying
=SRI OMlldinse whisk for more than twelve years 1 hare re-
year bads. Donis al whale US I shall cherish the re-
matotheure of our comezke; and 14 at arm future time, If ma
ambled to mdst the Wands of Ow whom I have so lone repre-
sented, It will be a pride sad a pleasure to mew do so.—l remain,
ztliton:l4, 7 your obedient servant, DII,CARMOR. Dublin Castle,

Aurrow, it is believed, will not be contested, but Mr.
Wadley will " walk the course " again.
W•DAINOTON, as is well known, will be contested by Mr.
Allard, in the liberal interest, and he is about the only 'gen-
tleman of that neighbou, hood who would be likely to cope
with Mr. J. J. Blackburue, the present tory member.
OLDHAM, it is said, is to be contested by four candidates
at the next election Mr. John Fielden, ono of the present
members; Mr. John Cobbett, barrister, who stood on the
death of his father, and was only defeated by SS votes ; Mr.
W. J. Fox, of London, free trader ; and Mr. James Hal-
Iday.
BOLTON is to be contested by Dr. Bowrinsr and Mr. Cock-
burn, Q.C., in the liberal interest, should Mr. P. Ainsworth,
the present conservative candidate, determine to stand again.
LEEDS.—Nothing has yet transpired publicly as to the
prcceedings of the liberal committee, which was appointed
lest week to leak for a candidate or candidates to represent
the borough of Leeds, who will pledge himself or themselves
to support en extension of the suffrage, the extension of the '
principles of free trade, for religious equality, and against
government interference with education ; but it is said
that overtures have been made to Mr. Joseph Sturge,
and that he had been invited to come to Leeds
to address the electors. As Mr. Sturge has been
spoken of for the representation of Leicester, as
well as for Birmingham, it is very doubtful whether he will
prefer to try his chance at Leeds rather than at one of those
places. In the meanwhile the comervatives seem to be
resting on their oars, or to be literally doing 'nothing. A
pretty general feeling seems to prevail that, If Mr. Beckett
and Mr. Aid= were to stand on friendly terms, they would
both be returned. Within the last few days the name of
Mr. Alderman Sidney, of London, has been mentioned, in
connexion with the representation ; but there is good reason
for believing that no active steps have yet been taken to
that end. Mr. Peter Fairhairn, the chairman of the late
meeting of anti-educatiou electors, is also talked of as the
second whig candidate.
BILADPOED.—The anr.ounoement by Mr. Hardy of his in-
tention to retire from the representation of the borough of
Bradford at the ensuing election, has set the conservatives
on the alert to secure a suitable successor. There is &strong
feeling amongst several of the active members of the party,
that it is not expedient to contest the representation as for-
merly, single-handed, but that if the wlugs persist in nond-

=tins two candidates, the Write should do likewise. With
that view, several gentlemen have been named am likely
persons to fill the pmt of honour, namely, Mr. Henry Wick-
ham Wickham, of Low Moor, and Kirklees HaU ; Mr. John
Wood, of Theddon Orange, Alton, Hants, formerly the
most extensive manufacturer in the town ; and Mr. Ga-

tisiliiteiGidi,dira;;;;Ofii; ;airing member, a promising
yowl, barrister ' • hut no decision has yet been come to. Mr.
Basbeld and bas friends are still in negotiation on the educa-
tion question.
Sown( LANCASHIRE.—It has not yet transpired that Mr.
Villiers will or will not decline to stand for South Lancashire,
nor has the other candidate to be newel been fully arranged
upon should he decline. lo addition to Mr. Cobden'a name,
that of Sir Thomas Birch has been mentioned. Mr. Oren-
fell has also been spoken of in private circles. A meeting of
the Manchester Ittforin Club was held yesterday, at which
'ern • of the moat influential men were present, but the pro•
see, ings were private. The only matte; that have trans-
pind respecting what took place, are to the effect that Lord
Brackley'. &aims were oily supported by one gentleman, an
influential banker (hut only in the event of Mr. Villiers de-
clining); and that this 'Heated so strong n feeling against his
loreslup as to call forth a resolution that the u-sonation
eou:d support no candidate whose past conduct did net give
a strong cuarantt e that he was a good free-trader. The
netting adjourned till 'Tuesday next.
Brix.—'this city is now embarked in all the bustle
and excitement of au election contest. It had been under-
stood for some time past that the present liberal members,
Lord Duncan and Mr. Roebuck, would be opposed by
Lord Ashler, to whom a requisition signed by a number of
electors, chiefly in the conserveive interest, was presented
about two mouths since; and within the last few days a ru-
mour has been current that Mr. Blathwayte would also be
invited to offur himself. On Saturday it was stated that Lord
Ashlty would at once pay a visit to Bath and address the
electors; and the friends of the present members deemed it
advisable that those gentlemen should lose no time in coming
among their constituents. On the came day an address was
issued, an I extensively circulated throughout the city and
suburbs by the sitting members, Lord Duncan and J. A.
Ro, buck, asking for a renewal of support at the next
election. On Monday they met their constituents, and
severally gave a retrospect of their political conduct. When
the name of Lord Ashley was mentioned, a cry arose of " We
won't bare him."—Yesterday ( tuesday) a numerous
meeting of the requisitionists to Lose Ashley, and
others of the conservative patty, was held at the As-
sembly-room, for the purpose of meeting his lord-
chi„, and hearing from him an exposition of his views.
Lord Ashley addressed the meeting at great length, and evi-
dently to its satisfaction. Ile referred to the circumstances
under which he appeared befora them, and denied thst he
was chargeable with having disturbed the peace of the city.
He had been invited to come forward by them, they having
to discharge the high and responsible trust reposed in them
by electing the person whom they believed would best repre-
sent their orincipt ain the council of the nation, and give
them edict by a steady and judicious course of action. The
noble address was received' with marked enthusiasm,
sad at its conclusion a resolution thanking him for consent-
ing to come forward was, upon the motion of Gen. Daubeny,
passed. It is understood that a canvass will be immediately
commenced.

STOCKPORT.—Sine Mr. Reald's addenda has been put
forth in the conservatism interest, the name of Mr. Alderman
Kershaw has been mentioned as a liberal and free trader.
Mr. Kershaw is connected with Stockport as the principal
partner in one of the largest cotton manufactories of tact
town. He is a great friend to education, but is opposed to
state intsrference.

BIRMINGHAM. —REQUIRITION ro SIR R. PEEL—The
following was in 00(10,0 of signature at Birmingham
yeAerelay : it emanates from persons entertaining very varied
op:nions on roli:ical subjects :
To me Rionr Hoy. Kt. R. Pi ti, II ittr,, M.P.—We, the under-
signed electors of the borough of le trudirrhem, rnmectfully invite you
to become a candid-to to represent our interests in parliament at the
ensuing general election, and we pledge ourselves to cooperate in se-
curing your return as one of the members for the borough of Binning-
hant,—/day 25, 11147.