The Express.
London, England, 1860-08-13 00:00:00

THE PRINCE OP WALES AT HALIFAX.

The New York Herald of August 1 contain, a
letter from Halifax, under the following characteristic
headngs
"The Novelty in Halifax !" "The Prince of Wales on
Horseback in a Drenching Rain." "Reviews the Troops
and Voltudeen and Likes Being Lionised" " Visits the
Rustic Play Ground, and is Delighted with the Gressel
Pole, the Indian Races, Catching Pigs, and the Fun Geer
rally." "The Ball Last Night." " km, Re., Re."
The letter is u follows :

" Halifax, July 31, 1860.
".The prince rode out in plain costume yesterday after-
noon, and received a drenching before he returned, but he
eat his horse as coolly in the rain as at starting. At half-
past 7he dived at the Government House, with Lord
Mnlgrave, and a party of forty-fix ladies and gentlemen.
This morning, at 11 o'clock, the prince left the Government
House in the uniform in which he landed, and, in company
with all the members of his suite, rode to the common to
review the troops in the garrison and the volunteers.
He was received on all sides with enthusiastic cheers tram
the immense concourse of people collected round the field.
The troops consisted of the Sixty-second and Sixty-third
regiments, a company of engineers, and five volunteer eon-
panne of infantry and one of artillery. When these had
formed into line he rode past with his staff, and received
them admirably, receiving the most hearty cheers from the
multitudes the whole way, which be acknowledged by re-
peatedly lifting him cocked hat and bowing. He then re-
turned to where the royal standard hung from a staff,and the
troops filed past with beautiful precision. He subsequently
rode between the linee,appearing to enjoythe whole amazingly.
Hs was continually smiling and chatting with the oaten
near him, and he evidently likes being lionised. At twenty
miming to two he left the field amid a Ante from the
volunteer artillery, which was the only firing that took
place. He next inspected the citadel, and returned to the
Government Hone to luncheon,•after which be returned to
the common to witness the rustic sports. The Indians In
their sports all wore their national costume, and attracted
much attention. The tribe of Micmac. performed a war dance
before him. Seven thousand people were assembled around
him at this time. He laughed heartily at the ludicrous pass
and scenes, and appeared very much interested in the foot-
racing. He dined at half-past seven, with fifty guests, at
the Government House. The whole town and the fleet in
the harbour are brilliantly illuminated. The weather last
evening was very wet, and the illuminations in zonsequenee
were not general. The ball in his honour at the Province
Building is the grand event to-night, end three thousand
guests are expected to be present. The ball and nipper
roans; are magnificent, and the lighting very brilliant
Yesterday and to-day have been kept as general holidays,
and no newspapers have been printed sine Saturday. The
prince arrived at the ball, accompanied by all the members
of his snit* and Lord Magyar% at a few minutes before
10; he appeared in his uniform, and looked remarkably well
end good humoured. He gave a reception to all present in
the hall-room, and they passed him in single file. He
darned afterwards with Miss Young, niece of the premier,
and the daughter of Mr. Pilsbury, United States coned. He
in a capital waltzer and a very entertaining partner.
The ball is a great success, and Albert Edward is in his
glor►. He evidently likes being lionised, and is fond of
gaiety and excitement. It is amusing to observe the eyes of
the ladies in the room and gallery watching his every move-
ment and gesture, and casting envious glances at his fen-
tonne partnere. I heard more than one whisper, ' What
a beautiful dancer,' as he glided in the welts. He rests his
partner frequently, and fills up the interval with cheerful
conversation and remarks upon the company. His finest
feature is his nose, which is becoming prominent, and nearly
a Boman. The weather is beautifully fine, and all Halifax
is one grand carnival*

His Excellency the Arabaa/ador of France and
the Constar Persiipsy, who have been staying at Peacarrow,
Ocenwall, on a visit to lady Mcdeeworth, will leave today
es a visit to Mr. and Lady Caroline Townley, at Townley.
Han, Lancashire.

His Excellency the Swedish Minieter and the
Counter Platen its staying at Penoarrow, on a visit to
Lady Wolesworth.

The Duke and Duchess of Richmond, who
arrived in town a few days ninon from Goodwood Park,
flume; have left for Gordon Castle, mar Pochabers, N. 8.,
to entertain a large circle of friends dozing the shooting
season. The duke, we are happy to learn, is enjoying
improved health.

The Marquis and Marchioness of Ailesbury have
left tows, to pare • few days at Tottenham Park, near
Marlborough, Wilts.

The Earl and Countess Spencer contemplate
leaving Spencer House, St. Jennie's, early in the ensuing
week, for Althorp Hall, Northampton.
The Earl and Countess of Harewood have been
during the past week entertaining a *elect family cite&
at Basswood House, Yorkshire. The Hon. George and
lady Lollies Lamellas, Colonel Smyth, M.P., Sta., have
been staying them

The Right Hon. Sidney Herbert, M.P., end
Mr& Herbert return to town to-day, from Wilton Howe,

The Right Hon, Edward and Mrs. Horaman have
left town for the Highlands.

Mr. Gordon Giirdner, of the Colonial-office, hu
been appointed chief clerk of that department in the room of
Sir Peter Smith, 1LC.8., who has retired after many years'
service.

Mr. T. L. Gilbraith is appointed sheriff clerk of
the county of Stating. _ _

Captain Manta has been selected to take charge
of the graves at Sebastopol._

Mr. May, engineer, of Great George-street, Westi-
minder, died on Friday, after only one day's illness.

The Irish papers continue to chronicle the return
homewards of the Irish pilgrims from the Eternal City.
According to present appearance; the share of the brigade
in the glories to be won under General Lemoricihe pro-
mises to be on the hozoompathic scale, for by this time the
phalanx of 1,600 must be reduced to a mere skeleton
depot.
A sad accident lately occurred in Simla result
in the death of Lieutenant Myers, of the Ride Brigede.—ffe
bad been out shooting on the snow, and mistaking a drift
for Arm ground he fell down a precipice to the depth of
•boat 360 feet. A friend who was out with him recovered
the body at gnat risk.