Northern Times.
Liverpool, Merseyside, England, 1857-10-21 00:00:00

MUNICIPAL ELECTION.

works on this side until the Birkenoead works were
finished, be should unhesitatingly say that no Government
—no House of Commons could stop the natural course of
wants on this side of the water. (Hear, hear.) He would,
with their permission, pass to another question, which he
was sorry to say was not yet disposes of, though it had
occupied the attention of the Council ever since,
and long before, he (Mr. Graves) had the honour
of a seat in it—he alluded to the Water question.
he had satisfied himself that the Rivington supply was
essential to the sanitary condition and sound improve-
ment of the poorer classes of the town. (Hear, hear.)
He had also satisfied himself that the quantity of water
which the town required would be supplied by those
works, but he had equally satisfied himself that the
quality of the water was not satisfactory to the town of
Liverpool in its present state. (Hear, hear.) He would
not go back to the circumstances in which the scheme
originated, but would at once say that he now advocated
the policy of bringing the water to the highest state of
perfection that could be done. (Hear, hear.) He had
satisfied himself that the water was not unwholesome or
injurious to the town; if it were so, nothing on earth
nould have made him take the course he had done. He
did not, however, think the water satisfactory in its
present state—(hear, hear)—but he thought it desirable
that time should be allowed for experiments to be made
to prove whether it could be made to answer the purpose
for which it was intended. (Hear, hear.) He should do
the water crimittee the justice of saying that he never
witnessed any number of gentlemen take up a subject and
discuss it with more honesty or a greater wish to pro.
mote the general interests of the public than the
Water Committee did in the discussion ef this subject.
(Hear, hear.) They had been much maligned, but he
hoped the small weed of praise which ho now gave them,
would be received as honestly as it was expressed. Mr.
Graves then recapitulated the arguments which he has
alreidy so fully expressed on the water question. He
observed that the old supply only gave 45,000,000 gallons
per week, and that when they found Glasgow getting
116,000,000 gallons per week, the town would not rest
satisfied with that comparatively small quantity. The
question then was, how was the Rivingtou water to be
made available for all purposes ? From what he saw of
Mr. Duncan's system of filtration, he believed that it was
calculated to improve the water, and make it acceptable
to the inhabitants ; but if it failed to do so on a large
scale, what it unquestionably accomplished on a small
one, he would then give his support to the scheme of a
second set of pipes as the only means of meeting the
requirements and wishes of the town. (Cheers.) And
even if Mr. Duncan's system of filtration affected all that
was expected of it, he would yet advocate the establish-
ment of public fountains throughout the town, where the
spring water in its purity could be obtained by all for
dietetic purposes, and so overcome the strong prejudice
which many no doubt would, under any circumstances,
entertain against the admission of the Rivington water
into their houses. (Cheers.) In conclusion, he declared
that he would, at the earliest opportunity, advocate the
propriety of widening Park-lane, and hoped, by modera-
tion on all sides, to sea education extended in every ward
of the town. As to the system of billetting soldiers on
publicans, he believed it to be most unjust, and that
before long it would be entirely discontinued. (Load
applause.)
Mr. Janes Flolme, who was loudly called on, addressed
the meeting. In the course of his observations, he said
that the dock accommodation of Liverpool was not
sufficient for the shipping that comesdo the port, and
whilst he would be very far from stopping the works on
the other side of the water, he should yet say that for
want of proper accommodation on this side, the Dack
Committee were now placed in a complete fix ; and he
would ask if it were right that the other side of the water
should prevent that increase of dock accommodation which
the commerce of this part, demanded? He maintained
that the port would have been benefitted had the Dock
Committee been permitted to carry out the north-end
scheme, and contended that while certain trades would
undoubtedly go to Birkenhead, no advantage there would
draw from Liverpool any large proportion of its com-
merce, instancing Great Grimsby and Brooklyn in support
of his views. As to the water question, he declared that
if Mr. Duncan's system of filtration failed to make the
water acceptable to the people of the town, he would
support the scheme of a double set of pipes ; and, in con-
clusion, urged the necessity of improving the approaches
to the landing-stage, an improvement which he contended
would be of equal benefit to tho merchant, shopkeeper,
and tradesmen of the to am. (Cheers.)
Mr. Alderman loulinin, also addressed the meeting in
eupport of Mr. Graves as a fit representative for the ward,
and moved a resolution pledg ng the meeting to again
return him to the Council a.iainst all opposition.
Mr. John Atkinson seconded the resolution, and in
doing so took occasion to observe that, while he had
been from the first uttterly opposed to the Pike
scheme, he waS yet wilting that every reasona-
ble experiment should be made to make the water
available for the purposes for which it was intended.
He feared that it could not be made acceptable or fit for
domestic use, and, if it could not, then means should be at
once adopted to give back to the inhabitants the sand
stone water in its purity. (Hear, hear.)
The motion was carried by acclamation.
Mr. John Rigby moved the next resolution, which was
one of confidence in Mr. Walter P. Jeffreys, as one of the
representatives of the ward, and expressive of their
usliAnLlual tu, ,t • - -c L 2 -
next:retirement. He observed that Mr. J...ffroys, during
the whole of his public career had never made an enemy,
and then reerring tb the water question, expressed it as
his opinion that no process of filtration could render the
Rivington water fit for dietetic purposes. ID was happy
that they had got an abun lint supply of water, but he
maintained that they would be compelled to lay down a
double set of pipes, one to supply the inhabitants with
the, spring water for domestic use. and the other the
Rivington water for manufacturing and sanitary purposes
He was not unwilling that eve y experiment should be
tried to improve it, but he was convinced that they would
all fail. (Hear, bear.)
Mr. Murray secon led the motion, which was unanl-
monsly adopted.
IM-. Jeffr ,vs acknswledo, el the compliment, and de-
clared that he had always been and was still au opponent
of the Pike scheme. _

SCOTLAND WARD.

MEETING OF MR. CRELLIN'S FRIENDS.

Last evening a meeting of the electors favourable to
the return of Mr. James Crellin, to represent the above
ward in the Town Council, after the Ist of Nov. next,
was convened at the Castl3 Inn, Scotland-road. The
meeting was called for eight o'clock. but it was some
short time' after that hour before the electors assembled.
On the motion of Captain Crane, seconded by Mr.
APls:light, Mr. James Burrow;lies was called upon to
pre-side, and after a few briet introductory remarks,
in~roduced Mr. Crellin to the electors.

That gentleman on entering the room, was most enthu-
siastically received.
Mr. Nutthall then proposed a resolution to the effect
that Mr. James Crellin was a fit and proper person to
represent the ward in the Town Council.
This was seconded by Mr. Rothwell without any obser-
vat ions. _ _

Mr. Danson, although a non-elector-of the ward, sup-
ported the resolution, and in doing so gave his opinion as
to what a member of the Town Council should be, and
contended that the council-room should not be the arena
of party politics. He was a Radical, but he supported
the Tory Crellin, who had amassed a large fortune by his
judgment, and was, therefore, a man well fitted by his
position to represent the ward. He contended that it
was unjust, and an insult to the ward, that a man should
go about the ward making up a book as to the result of
the election. But such was the case, to the disgrace of
the man who did it. He then said that Mr. Crellin was a
ma-1 who would work, and not do as many did, waste
their time in talking twaddle, and occupying the valuable
spice in the newspapers. It was not those men who dirt the
w )rk, but they impeded it, and after making a fuss about
the room, and attracted attention, then they, to use a
♦ulgar term, "sloeped off." He assured Mr. Crellin that if
he fulfilled his duties faithfully, he would have no
sinecure. He denied that he had ever repudiated his
party, but had voted, at the last election, as he always
would do, for the best WM. He had voted for Mr.
Charles Turner, because he thought him the best man by
a guinea to a shilling against Mr. Evart. So he should
appear sometimes at a Tory meeting and at others at a
Radical, as he thought best ; but he did not wish to
dictate to-the Ward—all he wished to do was to advise
them to select Mr. Crellin as the best man they could
select. On the question of the water, he cast all the
blame on the Water Committee, for if they had the water
properly filtered there would' be found no frogs and tad_
poles in it. (Hear, hear.) It was gross mismanagement
on their part, and could not be too much blamed. He
said that, although he was in favour of the Pike water, yet
he was opposed to the people being poisoned by the filthy
stuff that they had been supplied with. He concluded by
h'ghly eulogising Mr. Crellin, and recommending him to
the electors.

The resolution was unanimously carried.
Mr. J. Crellin then came forward, and was received
with the greatest applause. It having sub&ded, he said,
Mr. Chairman and gentlemen, I quite agree with the
remarks that had been made by their worthy and
esteemed friend, Mr. Danson, when he said that I was no
orator. 1 am not an orator, and never had pretensions to
such a position, but at the same time ho had a great
respect for orators. But I must say that Mr. Danson
had, by his long and eloquent speech, said all that was
required and has taken from me what I had to say. I
appear before you to-night, as a candidate to represent
the Scotland Ward in the municipal body, and, if I am
elected, I do assure you that all subjects shall have my
careful and serious attention. (Hear, hear.) There are
many subjects that will no doubt came before the council
during the time that I shall be elected to serve you, and
they shall all have my best exert 10113 for the benefit of my
fellow.townsmen. Mr. Danson had alluded to the wa,er
question ; that, too, shall have my best and serious con-
sideration, and I will do that which I conceive will be the
b,st for the happiness and comfort of the people at large.
(Hear, hear) It was tree, that lately we have been
robbed of our Town Dues, but I believe that the corpo-
ratiod made the best bargain they could, and had still in
their possession a splendid and magnificent estate, the
funds of which would be appropriated for the benefit and
improvement of this great town. In Scotland Ward,
there was great improvements wanted. The streets
wanted being made wider, and a great many of the
thoroughfares w inked to he opened ; for it must
he recollected that at the time the streets were made,
they did not enjoy the great amount of traffic that they
then had, for that ward was then the great emporium of
trade for the north end of the town. As I said before,
I am not a man of many words, but I will perform the
duties that may fall upon me to the best of my ability,
and will work on all the committees, that I may be placed
on, with the greatest assiduity, and wi, bout fear or
favour to any party. (Hear.) I agree with Mr. Danson
that there is quite a sufficient number of gentlemen
in ;the Council at the present time, who make long
speeches, but if I am returned to the Council, I shall
vote on all q iestions without fearing whom [ may please
or displease, and I hope that alter you have returned me,
I shall, at the expiration of my term of office, restore that
trust to you with the satisfaction that I have fulfilled
the (miles impeseo upon me to your saiislacciou, auu to
the satisfaction of myself. (Careers.) There was one
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little anecdote I wish to relate to you.l_onto upon a time
there was a convivial club formed, and the members
passed their time cheerfully and merrily, imbibing their
wine. But unfortunately one of the members became
reduced, and had to apply to the others for assistance.
The chairman read the poor man's appeal, and then made
a most flowing speech pn the reverses of fortune. The
other members did the same, and after that one old
fellow who had not spoken a word, rose up and said—"
And I too feel for our old friend, and here is £5
for him, and do you each do the same. That is
the best way for a man to relieve the distress of others.
(Hear, hear.) Mr. Cretin then concluded by thanking
the meeting for the kindness they had shown him on that
occasion, and then resumed his seat amidst the greatest
apalauae.
On the motion of Mr. Watson, seconded by Mr. Lloyd,
a com-nittee was appointed to conduct the election.
This was supported by Mr. Waltham and Mr. A. Hahne,
each of whom eulogised in warm terms th business habits
of Mr. Crellin, and assured the meeti:mg that he was one
of the most fit men that cuuld be found to become a mem-
ber of the lbw❑ Council, as he had been the architect of
his own fortune, and had by his energy, perseverance,
and business habits raised himself to the proud position
he the❑ occupied.
Mr. Crellin again came forward, and requested to say
a few words. (Hear, hear.) I have been accused by
some of the liberal elect-ars with being a rabid Tory. I
wish to deny that. A rabid Tory was one who stuck to
his party through thick an I through thin—either right or
wrung. I never did so, and be hoped ho never should.
(Hear, hear.) In...regard to religion, I have also been

Thanks 'were then voted to the chairman, and the
meeting separated•

NORTH TOXTETH WARD.

A meeting of the Liberal electors and friends of Mr
Avison, in this ward, was held at eight o'clock last night
in Mrs. Pritchard's public-house, Park place. There was
a numerous attendance, among whom were Messrs. Ilenry
Fernie, C. E. Rawlins, John Aikin, jua., C. T. Bowring,
Enoch Harvey, Owen Williams, Digby Smith. John
Wilson, &e. &c.
Mr. Avison, on entering the room, was loudly
applauded.
Mr. Harvey moved that Mr. Fernie take the chair,
which was carried by acclamation.
The Chairman briefly introduced the business of the
evening, explaining that the vacancy in the ward was
caused by the retirement of Mr. Bernard Hall. At the
urgent reqeest of a largit body of electors, Mr. Avison
had consented to place himself in their hands as a
carniiiate, and in Mr. Avison he was sure the meeting
wou!d recognise all the qaalities of high character,
abilities, and experiencs, which were required to make a
good repre entative in the Council chamber. (Loud and
PITT-STREET WARD. continued applause.) As yet there was no ,opposition
A meeting of Mr. S. R Graves frienda and supporters announced,' but he called upon the meeting to take
met last night at the house of Mr. Bales, Globe Vaults, such steps as wool I ensure success, and pace Mr.
Mersey-street—Mr. C.' Callis in the chair. Avison, if an opposition should take place, triumphantly
Amongst the electors present were Messrs. Rigby, at the head ofdthe.poll. (Hear, hear, and cheers.) Tne
Toahnie, Gardner,: Lee, Ladsnore, Higgins, Inglefield, Chiirrnan then concluded by reading a note from Mr. T.
Campbell, Murray, Williamson, Carne, Bickerstiff, Lloyd, M. Mackay, who was to have proposed the first resolu.
Stavely Wilkinson. &e. . tion, expressing his great regret that he was prevented
The Chairman, in opening the proceedings. said that by indisposition from attending the meeting, but assuring
nine months ago they were pleased to elect Mr. Graves the electors, that his earnest desire was for the return of
as their representative, and he now came before them Mr. Avison.
for the purpose of rendering an account of his steward- Mr. Charles E. Rawlins, who was loudly applauded,
ship. (Hear, hear.) It was for them to say whether proposed the first resolution. He asked the meeting
he was still entitled to their confidence ; and he what was the qualification to constioite fitness in the
(the chairman), cou'd well guess from the requisition candidate they were to select for 'a seat in the Town
which was about to bo presented to Mr. G-aves what Council ? Was the point whether he had certain opinions
their answer would be. (Hear, hear.) The requisition upon questions of organic reform—upon universal suf-
was signed by gentlemen of all shades of polities and ferage—whetlier he ranked himself under the leadership
religion, and there was an unanimous desire throughout of Lord Palmerston or Lord John Russell, Lor,d Derby,
the Ward to again return him as their ;representative in or Mr. Disraeli ? Was It not rather what his opinions
the Council. (Hear, hear, and cheers.). were upon matters of police, of &lance, of sanitary reform.
The Secretary (Mr. Rimmer) then presentee Mr. and the other details" and arrangements which went to
G•avei with the requisition ttequesting him to again come make up the business of a municipality ? He contended
forward as a candidate for the Ward. It was most unani- that political opinions were not primarily the test of a
mously signed. man's fitness for a seat as the representative of a ward in
Mr. Graves, on rising to address the' meeting, was the Town Council. But, at the same time, human nature
warmly received. After thanking them for the heartiness being weak, and it being certain that a man must have
of their greetine, he proceeded to say, that when he political opinions of some kind, It was to be fearel that,
entered the council, he had 1i tle idea of the amount of indirectly, political bias would manifest itself in municipal
work which it had to discharge. It was greater than affairs. If one party became predominant in the Council,
anything he had conceived, but he should say, that so far it was to be feared that its influence would be felt in some
as his observation went, that work was faithfully fulfilled degree. ole reason why men of certain political
on the part of the committees, and it was in the corn- opinions did not desire seats in the Council was, that the
mittees that the work of the couneil was done. In the great prize to which, in a municipal career, these men
council chamber, he thought they talked very often too looked, as young lawyers did to the woolsack—namely,
much—(hear, hear.)—and he was beginning to fear that the mayoralty, was not open to them. (Laughter.) He
there was something contagious in the room. Attacked remarked upon the recent instance, in which a
by it, he himself, at the last meeting, made two speeches, man, deserving so eminently of the public of
and if the contagion continued to develop itself, he did Liverpool—Mr. George [bolt—was put aside as a
not know where he would stop. (Laughter.) Mr. Graves candidate for the Mayoralty, in favour of a
then referred to the attack on the Town Dues, and young man of yerterday, a young man of whom
obterved that he hal done all he could do to resist, what whatever his abilities might be, he (Mr. Rawlins) must
he considered, was an encroachment on their rights, and consider it a disgrace in his public life that he had
and au attempt to deprive them of their property. (Hear, allowed himself to be put up before Mr. Holt—he meant
hear.) He saw, opposed to Liverpool in that fight, many Mr. James Aspinall Tobin. (Hear, hear.) Therefore,
hostile combinations. He saw those combinations based, while he would not make political opinion a primary test
to a great extent, on selfishness and interested motives, of fitness, he urged the necessity of endeavouring to obtain
which made him more determined than he otherwise a better balance of parties in the council chamber. On
would be to throw his small weight in opposition to the this ground he recommended the election of a man holding
removal of. the Town Dues.. (Hear, hear.) They had such political opinions as Mr. Avison. (Hear, hear.) He
strong influence brought to bear in opposition in connee- also shewed that the services of Mr. Avison would be
Lion with the opposite shore of the river. They had valuable upon the Water Q nation. That question, he
strong interest brought to bear on the part of railroads hoped, was soon about to be settled Sydney Smith hid
seeking a monopoly in connection wi' h that shore. They 'said that a dangerous nuisance would never be suppressed
had strong opposition to bear up against in the House of until a bishop suffer, d by it—and there appeared some
Commons, and still stronger opposition in the very chance of the Water Q sestion being settled when a county
Government itself ; but, notwithstanding these combine- member was like'y to bre injure I by it. (Hear, hear,
tions, right, as it ever would, prevailed. (Cheers.) The applause, and laughter.) He recommended the
commerce of the pert respired more accommodation than election of Mr. Avison as a supporter of the
was yet afforded to-it ; they should 'have more extension cause of popular education ; and after a general
of the docks on this side of the water ; for, although an I eulogium upon the talents and high character of Mr•
attempt was made to tie up their hands and stop all . Avison, concluded by proposing a resolution calling upon

misrepresented. I would have all arm worshi? their Gid
according to the dietatei of his own consclence. I wish
for all to have no same privilege in that respect as 1
enj)y myself. (Applatu.!.) . .

::-I'votj of tha‘uk.s‘to the Chairman and three hearty
cheers for• Mr. Crelliu's success concluded the business of
tli meeting.