Northern Times.
Liverpool, Merseyside, England, 1859-10-15 00:00:00

LOCAL INTELLIGENCE.

THE SILLOTH.—This fine steamer, which ran ashore
near Formby, on Wednesday night, has been cot off,
and towed tip by the tug-boat Fury. There is not much,
if any, damage done to her.
At the Theatre-Royal, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Mathews
commence an engagement on Monday night, which is
to be for six nights only. In the course of this brief
engagement, these two celebrated comedians will sustain
favourite characters, in dramas of the most tried popu-
larity.
COLLEGIATE INSTITUTION.—Two pupils of this insti-
tution, Mr. J. C. Brown and Mr. J. F. Rounthwaite,
both of this towit, have just been elected, in open com-
petition, to Sizarships at St. John's College, Cambridge.
In the Royal Amphitheatre, Mr. Svnnbourne, who
has been playing with much success during the present
week, will continue his performances for another week.
To-night, he appears as Ingo ; and on the different
nights of next week he will appear in a large round of
favourite characters, as will be seen in our advertising
columns.
SUDDEN DEATH AT BIRKENHEAD.-011 Wednesday
night, Ellis Roberts, a little girl residing at 74, Beck-
with-street, was seized with convulsions, which continued
to increase in violence towards morning. Her anxious
father alarmed at her dangerous condition, went in person
to request the immediate attendance of Dr. Edgar; and,
notwithstanding his offering a fee, in answer to the
father's entreaties, he replied that he would not leave
his bed for love or money. The father returned home,
and his daughter died soon after. An inquest was held
yesterday, when the jury found that deceased died from
natural causes, accompanying their verdict with a strong
censure on the onduct of the surgeon.

COUNTY REVISION.—The revision of the list of
voters for the county. commenced yesterday, in the
Sessions' House, Chapel-street, before Mr. W. B. Brett,
revising barrister. There was no feature in the pro-
ceedings deserving of special notice.
FATAL EFFECTS OF DRUNRENNESS.—WiIIiam Boyon,
a pensioner from the 58th Regiment of Foot, died on
Thursday, from the effects of excessive drinking. He
received his pension on Monday, and immediately took
one of his drunken fits, which continued till Thursday,
when he died. At the inquest held yesterday, a verdict

accordingly was returned. -
VENISON.—The finest haunch of venison we have
seen dressed at any public dining-rooms this season, was
at Mr. Ross's Eldon Dining Rooms, South John-street,
yesterday. The respectable frequenters of that house,
passed merited compliments on the worthy catera ; and
at the earnest solicitation of many first-class customers,
Mr. Ross will, this day, have the fellow haunch cooked
for dinner, so a real treat may be expected.
CHRISTY'S MINSTRELS, rt will be seen by their
advertisement, are about to leave Liverpool,—at least
for a season. To-day they give a mid-day performance
in Clayton Hall; and they will also perform in the
same hall this evening, as well as during the even-

ins of next week.
fIIE AMERICAN MAILS. The British and North

American Royal Mail steamer Persia, Captain Judkins,
sails for New York direct to-day, carrying out mails and
passengers. The box at the Post-office will close at
9.45 a.m. ; but the Receiving-house on the Landing-
stage will be open for the reception of letters and news-
papers till 10.30 a.m., on the payment of a late fee
of 6d.
PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY.—The season is about to
open, under the auspices of this society, on the 7th
proximo, by a grand concert, in which the Stabat Mater
of Rossini will be a leading feature, added to the admi-
rable singing of Mad'll3 Tit:, -c and Signor Giuglini,
who are both engaged for the occasw,
Scnoor, TREAT.—On Thursday last, the of
the Corporation South Schools were taken to-Wavertree-
park, for the purpose of witnessing the ascent of three
large and beautiful balloons, provided by the kindness of
Councillor Wagstaff, who was present on the occasion.
The weather being extremely favourable, tho balloons,
which were let off at various intervals, ascended to an
immense height, amidst the loud acclamations of the

children.
HENGLER'S CIRQUE VARIETE, which was opened for
the season last Saturday evening, in Dale-street, will be
open each evening next week. The troupe is, in all
respects, an admirable one ; and the studs, with their
gay caparisons, together with the rich dresses and other
decorations, confer an air of splendour on the general
spectacles produced at this establishment, the perform-
ances in which are exceedingly popular, and deservedly

admired.
NATIONAL LIFEBOAT INSTITUTION.—MrS. Hannah
Chadwick, the relict of the late Mr. James Chadwick,
of Grosvenor Wharf, on the Thames, has presented to
this institution £lOO. We regret to learn that the de-
mands on the limited funds of this philanthropic and
national institution are at the present time very heavy,
and that its committee will soon be compelled, if the
public do not extend to it their kind support, to encroach
on the small capital of the society's legacies.
GRAND CONCERT IN ST. GEORGE'S HALL. -On
Tucslay evening, a grand concert is to be given in this
Hall, on which occasion Mr. Henry Croft will sing
several popular songs ; the veteran Henry Phillips will
also grace this concert, with some of his best songs.
Besides the, two named, other artistes of celebrity will
also be present, and take part in the proceedings. The
additional artistes referred to are, as will be seen in our
advertising columns, Miss F. E. Grosvenor, and the
sisters Florence and Alice. _ _ _

FIRE ESCAPES.—A considerable number of people
assembled in St. James-street, yesterday, to witness
some experiments that were to be made with fire
escapes, from the warehouse of Messrs. Woodburn and
Co. The escapes, which were two in number, were
both exceedingly simple,—the first being simply a board,
to which ropes were attached, by which the sitter was
lowered to the ground. The other one exhibited,
however, possessed many permanent advantages, as it
being covered in, could transport females and children
without any inconvenience. The descent was made
from the upper storey of the warehouse, and considerable
"fun" was created by the rapid succession of juveniles
and others, who availed themselves of this novel mode
of descent.

SCHOOL-FRIGATE CONWAY AT LIVERPOOL.—Captain
C. H. E. Judkins, commanding the British and North
American Royal Mail Company's steam-ship Persia,
received on his last voyage home, from his passengers
(including Mr. Henry Christy, of London, who gave the
liberal donation of £5O, and a number of American
friends), the sum of £9O, to be applied for the purposes
of the school-frtgate. Although the Conway has only
been open for the reception of lads since the Ist August
last, there are now being educated and trained on board
her more than fifty, a number of whom are the
sons of commanders of ships belonging to Liverpool,
and others, the orphan children of late commanders.
The object of the institution is to train a thoroughly
respectable class of lads for the sea, giving them at the
same time a sound practical education, and, at least, one
foreign language. It originated among the merchant
captains of Liverpool; and when such men as Captain
Judkins, the Commodore of the Cunard fleet, are so
impressed with its usefulness, and are so active in its
promotion as he has proved himself to be, we have no
need, we are assured, to advocate its cause, or to ask all
his brother captains to the best of their ability to follow
his example.—A vote of thanks has been unanimously
passed to Captain Judkins by the committee of manage-
ment.
THE BAZAAR AT ST. GEORGE'S HALL—This scene
of attraction displayed even more brilliancy and interest
than on the previous day. The attendance of visitors was
largely beyond the previous days' display, and numbered
3,680. The receipts were above £l,OOO, and the money
received at the doors amounted to £lB4. The total
receipts for the three days amount to above £3,000.
The bazaar was kept open last night until half-past ten
o'clock. The donations received by the Rev. Banister,
'secretary, yesterday, were as follow :—Mrs. Ridley,
Seaforth, £10; Mrs. Myers, Crosby-hall, £25 ; J. S.
Preston, £25 ; Mr. Archer, £5 ; Mr. L. Rayner, £5.
In addition to the above, Mrs. Preston, the Mayoress,
received £2O worth of articles from London on behalf
of the charity. The imposing scene may now be said
to be virtually brought to a close; and the exertions of
the ladies at the different stalls, together with those of
the committee and secretary, cannot be too highly com-
mended. In fact, from the commencement, every party
interested in this praiseworthy undertaking, never
wearied in the good work. What appeared to us par-
ticularly interesting last night, was the activity and zeal
manifested by the numerous young gentlemen who, for
the nonce, deigned-to become " gentlemen pedlars," in
offering the vast assemblage of visitors the tempting
goods offered at the different stalls, and pressing them
to buy. The Liver band, under their efficient leader,
Mr. Tombs, was an admirable acquisition, in lending
liveliness to the proceedings, from first to last.
TOXTETH-PARK WORKING MEN'S ASSOCIATION.—
The demand which is now springing up. among the
working classes, for an increased facility in obtaining
knowledge, has led to the formation of a number of
working men's mutual improvement associations. One
of these associations, under, we believe, the able direc-
tion of Captain M'Neile, has been established in Tox-
teth-park, for the benefit of the working men of the
neighbourhood. The society gave a tea-party last
night, in their schoolroom, Whitfield-street, when there
wasav
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wweoir.ekiandgdmreesnseadndbytheir
families. Dr.
M‘Neile, who, in a humourous speech, commented on the
great conflict that is now going on between the tendency
to evil and the tendency to good, in human nature.
Societies like the present, he said, were the most benefi-
cial of anything that had ever yet been tried. Beneficial
both in a moral and social point of view • and he there-
fore hoped the day would soon come when the present
association would require and erect a building, of which
they need not be ashamed, exclusively for themselves.
T. M. Mackay, Esq., next addressed the meeting, and
read some interesting notes of his travels andexpenences
in Australia from his private diary. Speaking of the
social condition of Victoria, he remarked that, although
that colony was not proof against "all the ills that flesh
is heir to," it was a curious circumstance that small pox
had never yet visited the provinces. With reference to
its public buildings, many of them were second to none
in the metropolis of England; and the width of the
streets and arrangements for sewering, could not but
secure for this town, a lasting and progressive greatness.
Referring to the price of unskilled labour, he said it was
usual for " 'bus-drivers " to make 18s. per day. We
might think this an enormous sum, but we must remem-
ber that, at the same time, he (Mr. Mackay) had seen
cabbages sold for Gs. each. Some other gentlemen then
addressed the meeting, after which, the proceedings
Awneit•ehemte.rminated by the baud playing the -IN atioual

At the Coroner's Court yesterday, an inquest was held
on the body of Robert Barber, of No. 1 Court, Fen-
wick-street. It appears the deceased left home' for
school, and while proceeding there he stooped to pick
up some beans that lay near a cart, when the cart sud-
denly moved, severely crushing the boy's legs and body.
Verdict, " Accidental death."
SOUTHERN HOSPITAL—WeekIy Report, Oct. 12,
1859.—Admitted—Accidents and urgent cases, 56;
medical and surgical cases upon recommendation, 7;
total, 63. Discharged—Cured, 5 relieved, 2 ; irre-
gular, 3 ; died, 0; total, 10. Attending as out-patients,
15 ; remaining in the hospital, 65. Treasurer—James
Houghton, Esq. Visitors—S. Hindley and B. Platt,
Esqrs. honorary chaplain—Rev. W. Leveson. Physi-
cian and surgeon for the ensuing week—Dr. Cameron
and Mr. Higginson. House surgeons—Mr. John M.
Bateson and Mr. C. Pemberton.

TILE NOVA SCOTIAN.—The following paragraph ap-
peared in Lloyd's List, of Thursday night •—" The royal
mail screw-steamer Nova Scotian, arrived' at Liverpool
from Montreal, is reported to have run aground 27th of
nshhotehrree following contradiction of the report.
We observe in Lloyd's List, this morning,
stating that. he Nova Scotian. had touched
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the ground at Three Rivers on her last trip from Mon..
treal to Quebec. We beg to inform you that the rumour
is without the slightest foundation, and that the captain.
contradicted the report before leaving Quebec."
THE LADIES' ANNUAL ASSEMBLING. AT AINTREE.--
On Thursday night, the Ladies' Annual Assembling was.
held at the Grand Stand, Aintree. There were about.
170 persons present, consisting principally of the com-
mittee, who are young men living in the immediate
neighbourhood. The Earl of Sefton, who had promised.
to attend, with a party from Croxteth, was absent at a
shooting party at Colonel Townley's. The ball was kept
up with much spirit until about three o'clock in the

morning.
MEETING OF COTTAGE OWNERS.—.Ii nit,
cottage owners of Liverpool was called for half-past
seven o'clock last evening at the Clarendon-rooms, but
on arriving there the originators of the meeting were
told that the room was engaged, and an adjournment to
the Common-hall, Hackins'-hey, was necessary. Mr.
Jones, of the firm or Jones and Williams, Castle-street,
took the chair. In introducing the object of the meeting
to those in attendance, he said that they met that even-
ing for the purpose of protesting against the late arbi-
trary conduct of the Water Committee, who had suc-
ceeded in smuggling through the Council a resolution to
the effect that the reduction of twenty-five per cent. in
the water rates recently allowed to the owners of cottage
property, should he rescinded. He concluded by calling
upon the gentlemen present to join as one man to stop
the arbitrary conduct of the Water Committee, to
oppose them on public grounds—for once to be patri-
otic, and not only to think for themselves, but also
to think for the poor tenant. A number of gentle-
men addressed the meeting, and Mr. Golding pro-
posed the following resolution :—" That a committee
be appointed to prepare a memorial, and act
as a deputation to confer with the Water Committee,
relative to the recent decision of that committee to dis-
continue the discount of 25 per cent. previously allowed
to cottage owners on compounding for the water rates."
In opposition to this resolution, it was contended that
the attendance at the meeting was too limited, and that
it had not been sufficiently announced throughout the
town ; and an amendment to the effect that the meeting
be adjourned to Tuesday evening next, at the Common
Hall, Hackin's-hey, was carried.
PITT-STREET 1Y ARD.—MEETING OF MR. STEEL'S
SUPPORTERS.—The friends and supporters of Mr. James
Steel, held a meeting yesterday evening, at half-past
seven o'clock, in the Vine Hotel. Pitt-street; Mr, Wm.
M'Clelland presided upon the occasion. We also noticed
Messrs. J. It. Jeffery, J. Rogers, W. Evans, Thomas
Bolton, Carson, M'Clelland, Heylock, Graham, Bradford,
Lethe, &c. The Chairman, on taking the chair, made a
short address suitable for the occasion, after which he
introduced Mr. Steel to the meeting. Mr. Steel, on pre-
senting himself, was very warmly received ; and, after
thanking them for the kind reception they had given
him, proceeded to descant at great length upon his duties,
and the manner in which he would perform them. He
was determined, if returned, to prevent every kind of
jobbing and unnecessary improvement that would entail.
expense. He should support the creation of town-parks and.
gardens, whereby the humbler classes would have the op-
portunity of recreating themselves, and would go into the
Council untrammelled and unpledged, to support all
useful reforms that might benefit and elevate the people,
and promote the prosperty and welfare of the inhabitants
of Pitt-street Ward, no matter whether it originated
with the most rabid Tory, or the most extravagant
Radical. The sanitary condition of the town would be
a great object with him, and every matter that had the
tendency of increasing their moral and social condition
would receive his best attention. If the electors of
Pitt-street Ward sent him to the Council Chamber, he
would endeavour to do his duty honestly, fearlessly, and
faithfully.—Mr. Heylock moved the first resolution, to
the effect that Mr.. Steel was a fit and proper
person to represent the ward in the Town Council.—
Mr. William Evans seconded it.—Mr. J. It. Jeffery
replied to the resolution in a lengthy speech. He said
there was not a corporation in the United Kingdom,
unless Liverpool, where the public were not admitted.
If they took his advice, they would put their backs to
the door of the Council-chamber, and knock it in ; and
then, if they did not get admission, it would be a mystery
to him.—Mr. Boulton moved, and Mr. M'Clelland
seconded, " That the present meeting pled,,me itself to use
their best exertions to secure the return of 111 r. Steel."—
The proceedings then terminated.

BANKRUPTS,

Samuel Alcock and Thomas Alcock, Hatton-garden,
London, and Burslem, Staffordshire, china and earthen-
ware manufacturers.
Reuben Amiss, Conduit-street, tailor.
James Davis, Leadenhall Market, poulterer.
Ernest Charles Jones, Kensington, printer.
Thomas H. F. Johnson Brown, Scott's-yard, Cannon-
street, builder.
Thomas Wren, Richmond, Surrey, dealer in boots
and shoes.
William Barnes and Samuel Pickering, Grace-
church-street, late of Bethnal-green, boot and shoe
manufacturers.
Charles Bruce, Stafford, cabinet-maker.
Louis Lesser and Jacob Lesser, Tipton, Staffordshire,
shoe manufacturers.
George Castle Bingham, Nottingham, boot manufac-,
turer.
Lister Priestley, Heckmondwicke, merchant.
Michael Salmon Seely, Lincoln, confectioner.
William Harris and William West, Kingston-upon-.
Hull, drapers.
BANKRUPTCY ANNULLED.
James Cutmore, Ware, :Hertfordshire, furniture
dealer.