Northern Times.
Liverpool, Merseyside, England, 1859-06-18 00:00:00

LOCAL INTELLIGENCE.

AMERICAN ItAILS.—The Cunard steamer sails to-day for
Boston via Halifax, zvith the United States and American
mails. The bOx 'at the Post-office will close at half-past
eight this morning, and finally at half-past nine. The
receiving-house on the Landing-stage will be open until
about half-past ten.
THE GALWAY MAIL SERVICE.—Mr. Horsfall has
obtained a return relating to the Galway postal contract.
It contains copies of all applications, reports, and .com-
munications-made to the various departments of the govern-
ment relating to proposals for new contracts. A short bill
to amend the Galway Harbour and Port A.ct (1853) has
also been printed, by which power is sought to be obtained
for charging rates on all vessels entering and using 'the
floating dock.

Soirix.sarr Ho,prrAL:--Weekly Report, June 15, 1859.
Admitted Accidents and urgent cases, 65 ; medical and
surgical cases upon recommendation, 20.; total, 85. Dis-
charged: Cured, 7 ; relieved, 3; irregular, 0 ; died, 1 ; total
11.. Attending- as out-patients, 30; Remaining in the
hospital,. 50. Treasurer : James Houghton:, Esq. Visitors :
Clarke and B. Platt, E!qrs. Honorary chaplain :
Rev.. W. Leveson. Physician and surgeon for
the ensuing week : Dr. Cameron and Mr. Hamilton.
Manse surgeons : Mr. John M. Rateson and Mr. C.
Pemberton.

THE AMPHITHEATRE. - Last night,. Mr. Barney Williams
took his farewell benefit, and the house was crowded to
excess. The performances included the new and successful
" All Hallow Eve." Mr. Barney Williams's reception by
the audience was of the most enthusiastic description. We
can say nothing new of the acting either of Mr. or Mrs.
Williams, and can only add that never were both more
lively and laughter-provoking- than last night. We believe
to-night's performances closes the lengthened' and successful
engagement .of these actors, and will be their last appear-
ance in England.
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MANURE.—One of the most important points to an acrri-
culturist, is proper manure for the land, and although 'the
old system used to work well, the march of science has done
wonders, even in this important ,point. The Liverpool
Patent Manure Company has produced an article drat we
have heard spoken of in terms of unmistakable approbation,
and from the immense popularity it has attained,' and the
success that has every place followed its introduction into
farms, &c., there can be little doubt that it is calculated to
assist in all respects the objects of the farmer. Those who
have tried it pronounce it perfect.
THE REV. Ma. PMT.'S PUPILS.—The half-yearly distri-
bution of prizes took place on Thursday last, the Rev. Dr.
M'Neile in the chair. The following were the successful
candidates : —General English. : Pilling, Renshaw, 02,Tlen,
Wannop. Divinity,: Matthews, Napier. Classics : Pilling,
Holme, Williams. French : Turner, Douglas, Harrison.
German : Dowdall. Mixed Mathematics : Pilling, Ren,
shaw, Harrison, Wannop. General Papers : Renshaw, J.
Scott. Writing : Renshaw, Alkaine, Douglas. Drilling
Alkaine. Music : Douglas, Sidney. Conduct : Lathbury.
Elocution : Dowdall; Jagger, Matthews. Holiday Work
Floltne, Shell.' General studies : Goore., Swimming :
Turner.

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THE AIGEURTH ELOPEMENT.—BEVAN versus M'MAnoN
AND BEVAN, FALSELY CALLED M`MAHON.—This was a
suit for nullity of marriage originally instituted by Mr.
Bevan, the father' of Mrs. M'Mahon, against her • and her
husband. The ground upon which he rested his right to
present the petition was his liability under the 43rd of
Elizabeth to provide for the children, if any, of the alleged
marriage, in the event' of the =parents beirig;,...iinible to
maintain them. Since the commencement of the suite Mr.
Bevan has died, leaving a widow, whom he appointed
executrix to his will. --Mr.. W. Brandt moved. in the
Divorce Court, on Wednesday, that Mrs. Bevan, the widow
and executrix of the original petitioner, might be allowed to
proceed in place of her late husband.—Mr. Aspland, for the
respondents, opposed the motion. on the ground that Mrs.
Bevan had no interest in the suite.—His lordship took time
to consider his decision. --

ZOOLOGICAL GARDE3O;.—The new.grand Comic pantomime
of "Little 80-peep" has had a splendid run during the
week; and is likely to liecome*even h greater. favourite than
any of its predecessors—good as .they have been. Tile
attractions for next; week are varied. The splendid new
Scenery by Mr.. Crawford is deservedly admired. We undei-
stand that preparation's have already 'commenced' Or,
one of the most gorgeous and general fetes ever seen
in Liverpool, and on a scale of extent before unheard
of. An,entire week in July will be devoted to this grand
demonstration, which will be alter foreign 4.lnoders,
where fetes form a portion of nationality of character.
The contemplated affair will surpass anything of the
sort known here, and will be under the immediate
patronage of the local aristocracy and gentry, the town and
county authorities, &c. It will combine, amongst other
things, flower and horticultural shows, poultry exhibitions,
and a variety of other matters, after the fashion of the great
shows, &c., of this sort at Paris, Berlin, &c , days being
appropriated for the several objects. The details will be
carried out in the most splendid style, ivith fancy fairs,
bazaars, &c. There will be prizes of a valuable description
.iven and a portion of the proceeds will be set aside for
the charities of the town. Altogether it is believed -that
the contemplated July fetes will not only astonish but
delight the North of England.

A NEW CANDIDATE FOR THE THRONE OF LOMBARDY.—
" The report has again been circulated,. says the Paris
correspondent of the Ina'ependence Beige, writing on the
14th inst., " which had been previously mentioned by the
Courrier du Dinianrhe, and according to which a young
Russian Prince, the Duke of Leuchteriberg (grandson of the
former Viceroy of Italy, Eugene Beanharnais), intends to
,come forward as candidate for the Crown of Lombardo-
Venetia, in opposition to ,Victor Emmanuel, when the
people are caned upon to express their definitive wishes
respecting the government which is to rule them. If this
rumour---which I only allude to • because of its duration--
has any foundation, it may serve to explain, up to a certain
point, the policy out of which the Gortscliakoff circular
has emanated. Bat Victor Enimanuel has hitherto obtained
so:many adhesions.from the Italian people,' that it seems
difficult to believe any rival would have a Chance of-sucee.ss
who opposed the vAliant• combatant Palestro. for the:
governmont Of pr °vino; 'which o.o* :latter h aid
for at the price of Wit Nod •-- ' r *At* paid