The Northern Daily Times.
Liverpool, Merseyside, England, 1853-12-16 00:00:00

CHARGE

SIXPE N C E.
Published every morning, at 19, South John-street
Liverpool, and 9. Princess-street, Manchester.

Corret(ponVenre.

THE POLICE DELINQUENCIES.

TO THE EDITOR OF THE NORTHERN DAILY TIMES.

STR,—The community are under a very great
obligation to you for your admirable article of this
day, upon the abuse of their authority by the
police of Liverpool. I have long deplored the
want of some spirited journalist to grapple with
this daily increasing evil ; and I took blame to
myself, (although an humble and retiring individ-
ual) for not having brought under the notice of
the magistracy, some scenes which I lately wit-
nessed of a similar character to that so graphically
described in your journal of to-day. I sincerely
trust that you will follow up the good work which
you have so vigorously begun ; and by so doing,
confer a great benefit upon the poorer classes of
our brethren.

Accept my best thanks, as an individual, for the
good which your leading. article will, doubtless,
lead to.— Your obedient servant,

G. P.

Liverpool, 15th December, 1853.

THE CORPORATION.-ST. JOHN'S MARKET.

TO THE EDITOR OF THE NORTHERN DAILY TIMES.

Six,-Will you allow me, through the columns of
your widely circulated paper, to state a matter of
grievance to myself, and of inconvenience to the
public. I am a tenant of the corporation, in St.
John's Market, and to-day I find the walls covered
with printed bills, bearing this announcement :
" Christmas Holiday.—Notice. This Market
will not be opened on Monday, the 26th instant."
Sir, I complain of this ; it is a great hardship to
me ; and I doubt, moreover, whether the whole
corporation, much less a committee, has the power
which this " notice" assumes, viz : to close, com-
pulsorily, a public market on a day not of legal
obligation. Will they allow me a day's rent ? No.
And yet they undertake to do that which interferes
with my profits ; and may, and must, deteriorate
my property. Can you do anything for me, Sir, or
for the many people who may like to purchase a
fresh dish of meat on the day after Christmas ?—I
am, Sir, yours truly,
A MARKET-TENANT.
Dec. 14th, 1853.

SERIOUS ACCIDENT TO THE SHIP ALFRED.—Yesterday
morning, as the ship Alfred, captain Kerr, from New York,
with a general cargo, was proceeding into the Salisbury
dock, she ran with some force against the wall of the Salis-
bury pier, which caused one of the claws of the anchor to
enter into the bow. The ship commenced making water so
rapidly that after docking her it was deemed advisable to let
the dock run dry, lest the ship sink. In the meantime some
temporary repairs are being done, with a view of taking the
vessel into the Bramley-Moore dock, this evening,

Commtrcfal Spaitcs,

THIS DAY.

On account of whom it may concern. _,.....,_
THIS DAY (Friday), the 16th instant, at half-past One
o'clock, at the Broker's Office, 10, Brunswick-street,
About 1,500 Bushels Damaged WHEAT,
Ex " Franklin King," from New York.—Apply to
WILLIAM PARKE, Broker.

TO CORRESPONDENTS.
We have received the letter of " Clericus " relative to the
condition of SEACOMEE FERRY. We shall be most happy
in any way that we can to take a part in promoting the
safety and convenience of so large and influential a por-
tion of our community as that which is interested in the
efficiency of the steamers hence to Seacombe. We shall
be most happy to afford the use of our columns for the
purpose of stimulating the Proprietors of the Ferries now
on to a more full and capable management; and to urge
upon the Lord of the Manor• the duty he owes to the
inhabitants of that important district. The letter of
" Clericus," however, would, we apprehend, be libellous
to publish, and hence it is we must respectfully decline it.
Whatever is intended for insertion must be authenticated
by the name and address of the writer; not necessarily for
publication, but as a guarantee of his good faith.
We cannot undertake to return rejected communications.
All communications, Books for Review, etc., to be for-
warded to the Editor must be addressed to the Publisher,
CHARLES WILLMER, and those from London may be sent
to the care of Messrs. Simpkin, Marshall, and Co.

THEATRE ROYAL.
Williamson-square.

Last Two Nights of the Engagement of MISS FITZPATRICK,
whose successful debut in London, and subsequent tour in the
United States have distinguished her as one of the principal artistes
in Comedy.—This Evening, ZFriday), Dec 16th, for the BENEFIT
OF MISS FITZPATRICK, THE LOVE CHASE. Constance,
Miss Fitzpatrick. And the MARRIED RAKE. Mrs. 'l'rietrac, Miss
Fitzpatrick.—Mß. BARRY SULLIVAN, who is engaged for FIVE
NIGHTS Only, will make his First Appearance on Monday, the
l'Jth instant. Admission, Dress Boxes, 45.; Upper Boxes, 35.; Pit,
25.; Gallery, Is. The Box-office is open from Ten to Three o'clock
daily, for securing Seats and taking Private Boxes, under the
direction of Mr. T. Shuttleworth. Children in arms will not be
aimitted. Doors open at half-past Six, the performance to com-
mence at Seven o'clock precisely.

ROYAL PARK THEATRE.
Parliament Street, near St, James's Market.

THIS EVENING (Friday), Dec. 16th, for the BENEFIT of
Mr. W. R. WALDRON (Stage Manager), will be presented a New
Romantic Drama, entitled the FIELD OF DEATH; or, THE
FORTY FOOTSTEPS. Francis Vere, Miss Marriott. The Laugh.
able Interlude of THE IRISH LION. Tim Moor, Mr. W. R
Waldron. To conclude with the LIFE OF A MECHANIC.—In
Rehearsal, the New Grand Local Christmas Pantomime ()RMS.
HEAD THE GREAT; or, HARLEQUIN AND JENNY JONES,
AND THE FLOWER OF SNOWDON. Columbine, Mademoiselle
Rose; Harlequin, Sig. Guarrino; Pantaloon, Mr. P. Anderson;
Inimitable Clown, Mr. J. Appleby.—Doors open at half past six,
commence at seven o'clock.—Admission, Private Boxes, is.; Boxes,
is.; Pit, Gd.; Gallery. 3d.

ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE.
Sole _Lessee, Mr. W B. Copeland, 15, Great Charlotte-street,

IMMENSE SUCCESS OF PABLO FANQUE'S COMPANY!
GRAND ROUTINE OF EQUESTRIAN NOVELTIES,
MR. PABLO FANQUE, ever anal us to cater for Novelties, has
great pleasure in Informing the Public, that he has engaged, for SIX
NIGHTS ONLY, "STOKE'S AMERICAN WONDERS ! "
YOUNG LEON, MADEMOISELLE ELLA, from Drury Lane
Theatre. They will appear on Monday Evening, December 19th.—
Another Change of Performance Tnis DAT (Friday), and following
day. TWO GRAND DAY JUVENILE FETES Next Week, on
Wednesday, Dec. 21, and Friday. Dec. 23. D .ors open .tt One.
commence at Two. In the Evening the Doors open at a qu.rter to
Seven, and Perfeimances commence at half•past Seven. Prices of
Admission: Dress Circle, Ss. ; Side Bozos, :is, 63. ; Pit, Is. 6d.
Stalls, Is. 6d. ; Gallery, 6d. Second Price—Dress Circle, 25.; Side
Boxes, Is. 6; Pit, Is. • no second price to Gallery or Stalls. Second
Price, to Boxes and Pit, at nine o'clock.

ROYAL ADELPHI THEATRE,
Christian Street, Islington.

THIS EVENING (Friday), Dec. 16th, for the BENEFIT of MR.
J. COURTNEY, the new Drama of THE GAMBLER'S WIFE.
After which, THE FATHER'S HEART. To conclude with
NORAH, THE PRIDE OF KILDARE, in which MR. ABEL,
and his WONDERFUL DOGS will appear.--In preparation
the Magnificent New Comic Pantomime, which will be produced
during the Christmas Holidays, with Gorgeous New Scenery by
Messrs. Mathews and Ramsden, Machinery by Mr. Atkins, and
Appointments by Mr. Gibbs, entitled THE VALE OF GEMS ; or,
HARLEQUIN AND SINBAD THE SAILOR, AND THR FAIRY
OF CORA I. GROT. Sinbad, the sailor, Miss Carre, from the Theatre
Royal, Haymarket. Harlequin, Mr. C. Brown. Pantaloon, Mr.
Jackson. Columbine, Miss E. Gibbs. Clown, Herr Teesale. Sprite,
Signor Sylvani.—Centre Boxes, 21.; Side Boxes, Is.; Pit 6d.; Gal.
Ivry, al.

HIGH WATER IN THE MERSEY.
This DAY—Morning, llh. 40m.... Afternoon, llh. 56m.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16, 1853

CHRISTMAS, merry Christmas ! fast approaches.
All the delightful associations of which this joyous,
season is so redolent, are about to pour in upon us.
Our houses will be decked with holly—beautiful
emblem of the ever-blooming human affections,
which are neither dimmed nor decayed by the
frost of December. Hoary Time may, indeed, do
his work upon the countenance—its ravages can
never affect the heart. Absent relatives will re-
assemble round the family board—divided house-
holds once again surround the blazing yule-log or
cheery fire, which will seem to burn the more
sprightly, as if in direct sympathy with our
thoughts and feelings. What blissful re-unions
there will be ! What affectionate greetings

What hallowed retrospections ! With what ebulli-
tions of feeling will the lover greet his beloved
one—the maiden the object of her attachment?
How the schoolboy will rush, panting, into the
arms of his anxious parents, and forget his Ltvr
and HORACE, till good old Christmas has departed!
How the old man's heart will leap for joy, as he
sees before him those for whom he has toiled and
struggled ministering to his comfort I How the
fount of life will seem to spring up afresh in his
bosom, until he feels, as it were, a renewal of
youth, and the fervent pulse of life throbbing

u.stily within him ! The humorous tale and

jocund laugh will .follow in succession, and "the
feast of reason" will agreeably and fitly contribute
to " the flow of soul." Old feuds will be forgotten—
party jealousies discarded—nigardliness left soli-
tary and cheerless in the counting-house—and
hearts shut up and hermetically sealed all the
year round to every generous emotion, will now
spontaneously become open to human claims and
susceptible of human symnpathies.
GOD bless Christmas ! merry old Christmas ! for
he has charms for us all. Cold, shivering, and
weary, though he comes, we will warm his old nose
—wipe off the icicles from his forehead, and the
snow from his beard—and give him a hale and

Learty " welcome !" While he tarries he shall have

" good cheer," and plenty of it. Every habitation
shall ring with festivity on his account, and uni
versa! rejoicings salute him at every side ! Not
the wealthy alone anticipate and prepare for his
advent ; the poor also are on " tip-toe," to provide
for him a meet reception. Whilst the one fattens
an ox, the other clubs fora goose, to afford him a
substantial repast; nor are the after-dinner pota-
tions by any means forgotten— •
" Christmas comes but once a year,
And when it comes it brings good cheer."

But all homes will not be happy, nor every heart
blithe and joyous. Sorrow has smitten some who,
twelve months ago, revelled in gaiety. Distress,
with mill-dew blight, has visited many a bosom.
The prop of a house has fallen. Children are left
orphans. Disappointments have come thick and
quick, and blasted long cherished hopes. Some
pine in abject destitution. Others know not where
to lay their heads. We should take care lest, in
our superabundant enjoyments, we forget our
neighbours' wretchedness. How delightful the
reflection, as we are sitting and regaling ourselves
before our own cheerful firesides, that we have ad-
ministered to the enjoyment, and brought happi-
ness to the hearths of the less fortunate ! No
pleasure can surpass the remembrance of a bene-
ficent action. It steals like a fragrant perfume
over the soul. " Man is born to be a doer of good,"
says one of the Greek sages. And surely he who

" centres all in self," must be fearfully ignorant of
his responsibilities and duties—

" Our acts our angels are, or good or ill ;
The fatal shadows that walk by us still."

The present season is most suggestive. Few
whose hearts are expanded by its influence but
can find objects enough near their own doors—and