Northern Times.
Liverpool, Merseyside, England, 1857-07-10 00:00:00

CLAYTON HALL;

MR. GORDON CUMMING, THE LION HUNTER.
We have often stated that this hall is about one of the
prettiest houses, for its dimensions, as a place of public
entertainment, in Liverpool; and last evening we were
present at one of the most interesting illustrative, picto-
rial, dramatic, and musical entertainments, that we have
seen for years. Mr. Gordon Cumming, the great wild
animal hunter of the far South of Africa, gave his highly
instructive lecture on the exploits and dangers which he
encountered in this rarely trodden portion of the
globe. If there was no other attraction than the
mere recital of the wonderful scenes and hair breadth
'stapes that the lecturer went through during 60 moons,
by flood and field, it would be enough to rivet the atten—
tion and excite the admiration of every one ; but when we
find ourselves surrounded by all sorts of specimens of the
extensive variety of wild and noble animals that inhabit
this wonderful region; and Rhin, by beautiful pictorial
and panoramic representations, we almost feel our-
selves in the localities described—then we are filled
with admiration, and cannot help thinking that
the man who has been able to bring such
things before us in bold relief, deserves more than
ordinary attention, The house is literally crammed
with trophies of Mr. Cumming's genius as one of the most
wonderful and successful hunters in the world; and
alt hough these specimens are deeply interesting to all, yet
the clear and comprehensive lecture which he gives adds
considerably to the whole. In fact, it is an exquisite
resume of the graphic work published by Mr. Cumming
some two or three years ago His descriptions are
thrillingly effective, and the panoramic scenes true to
nature; whilst the musical accompaniments lend a
charm to the whole. We have living Africans also
who give us a good notion of the manners and customs of
that singular race of people. Altogether the affair is
novel, and must prove one of the molt popular we have
seen in its truly peculiar and original line. In speaking
thus in unqualified praise of the entertainment, we may
observe that Captain Cumming is happy and naive
in his oral illustrations, (he speaks rather hurriedly now
and then) and pleases every one. We prophony that this
Will prove a telling cxhibitlon—for it partakes of that
character—and that the public will agree with us.
The house was well filled, and the enthusiasm of the
audience was unlimited.

LIVERPOOL BANKRUPTCY COURT. YESTERDAY, (BEFORE
ME. COMMISSIONER STEVENSON.) In re THOMAS L zwts.—
The bankrupt, draper, of Nantwich, applied this day for
his certificate. Mr. Evans appe,:red for the assignees, bat
was not instructed to offer any opposition. Bis Honour
granted a certificate of the second class, but, in considera-
tion of the irregular manner in which the bankrupt con-
ducted his busicess, though no fraud was imputed, with
suspension for seven months with protection.
FATAL STEAM BOILER EXPLOSION AT CHESTER—Two
MEN KILLED.—We are indebted tl Messrs. Lee and
Nightingale for the following account of a sad fatality at
Chester :—About two p.m., on Wednesday afternoon, a
steam boiler exploded at the iron works of Messrs Henry
Wood, and Co., near Chester. The boiler which was a
very fine one, three years old, and furnished with patent
plugs of lead, safety valves, &c., was blown through a
brick wall 200 yards into a field, where one end of it was
deeply buried in the earth. The end of the boiler, which
blew out, was carried some 300 feet across the works.
Thouati some hundreds of men were at work in the build-
ing, no one was hart. but the two engineers, a father and
son, were killed. The son was found under the debris of
the boiler unchanged in appearance, but the father was
shockingly mutilated though some distance from the boiler
when it burst.

PRESCOTT FLOWER AND POULTRY EXIIIBITION.—The
Prescot Annual Floral, Horticultural, and Poultry Show
took place yesterday, in the usual place of exhibition, a
large field at Parkside, a short distance from the town.
The floral and horticultural display was Neal to that of
any former year, and attracted the admiration of a numerous
and fashionable body of spectators. Amongst those who
obtained prizes were the Earl of Derby, Mr. Thomas
Brocklebank, Mr. J. B. Lea'herbarrow, Messrs Davis and
Francis, Mr. E. Brancker, and other gentlemen connected
with this locality. The poultry exhibition far surpassed
any former show, both as regards quality and the number
of pens exhibited. The specimens shown were from the
most distant parts of the kingdom, as well as from this
district. Amongst the successful exhibitors were Captain
Elornhy, of Knowsley, for Spa-Ash and Dorking fowl;
Mr. Stretch, of Bootle, and Mr. William Copple, of
Eccleston, for the Cochir-China breed ; Mr. W. C.
Worrall, of Rice House, Knotty, Ash, for go'don pencilled
Hamburghs; and Mr. James Dixon, of Bradford, and
Messrs. Bird and Beldon, of Ecclesmon, Bradford, for
silver pencilled and silver spangled Hamburghs. The
three last-named pens elicited marked admiration. ,
Polish, game fowl, bantams, ducks, geese, and turkeys,
were also exhibited in large numbers. Mr. John Lyon, of
Vicarage-place, Prescot, obtained the first prize, and Mr.
Edward Worrall, of Knotty Ash House, tile second prize,
for the best game cocks. There were thirty-one exhibitors.
A. band which was stationed on the ground, enlivened the
Proceedings by playing several airs, at • intervals, during
the day.

CAUTION TO OMNIBUS PROPRIBTORS.—Yesterday one of
the conductors of the omnibusses plying along the line of
docks, from the south end to the north, was summoned
before the sitting magistrates, Messrs. Heath a id Bolton,
for having taken a larger number of passengers than he was
allowed to do, according to his license, and also with
having lAen guilty of insulting and indecorous behaviour,
when called upon. Mr. Maoris Goodwin, the complainant,
stated that on the evening of the 28th of last month he
and his wife went into the omnibus. He was told by the
conductor that there was not room for him in the inside,
ilvrefore he rode on the top. After they had gone some
short distance, several ladies complained that they were
so annoyed with the pressure from the over-erowdinc, of the
omnibus that they could not go any fur,her, and he called
upon the conductor to stop. At that time there were no
I,ss than twenty-two persons inside, and some of the
females were fainting, from the pressure and the heat.
When remonstrated with, the conductor behaved most
uncivilly. Two females, who were in the omnibus at the
time, were called as witnesses, and they distictly swore
that there were no less than twenty-two persons inside the
omnibus, some of whom had to stand and others to sit in
their neighbour's laps, much to their annoyance and dis-
comfiture. The Inspector of the omnibusses was called,
ind he proved that the omnibus in question was only
licensed to carry fifteen passengers inside, and he stated
that frequent complaints had been made of the conductors
over crowding the omnibusses. The evidence of the two
female passengers being uncontratlicted, notwithstanding
that the conductor attempted to impugn their veracity, the
bench inflicted the full penalty of 25s and costs, and ex-
pressed a hope that it woald lie a caution for the future,

INTERESTING
CELEBRATION AT SEA.

[ER 'M A CORRESPONDENT.]

The Liverpool, New York, and Philadelphia Steam-ship
Company's steamer Kangaroo, Captain Jeffrey, arrived in
the Mersey yesterday (Taursday), having on board 45
cabin and 130 steerage passengers. During the greater
part of the voyage she encountered strong easterly winds ;
but, notwithstanding this drawback, she accomplished the
passage in a little over thirteen days.
A noticeable feature in connection with this trip of the
Kangaroo was the honour done to the American passengers
by the celebraticn of their great Nations' Festival on the
4th of July.
The British and American flags fleeted gaily at the
mastheads from early morn until sunset, and the discharge
of cannon at intervals brought to the minds of our Ameri-
can friends the sound which is familiar to their ears in their
several cities on each recurring anniversary. The utmost
harmony, sociality, and good feeling prevailed throughout
the day. Indeed this may be said to have been markedly
the case throughout the whole voyage ; and at dinner,
(which, by the way, was of the exce lent and abundant
character usual on board this line of steamers, and such as
would have done ore lit to that prince of cooks, M. Soyer
himself,) the occasion was duly honoured. The Captain,
of course, presided ; and when the cloth had been removed,
and the desert placed upon the table, he introduced the
topic of the day in a speech pithy, spirited, and pointed,
and which displayed admirable taste, excellent discrimina-
tion, and sound judgment. He remarked that this was
the 81st anniversary of the Declaraion of Independence
of the United States, and referred to the friendly feeling
which exists between that country and Great Britain.
This feeling he earnestly trusted, would continue, as
it certainly ought, when our relationship and mutual
interests were considered. He proposed, amidst much
applause, "The day we commemorate: may peace and
unity ever exist between America and Great Britain."
The Rev. Mr. RANIUN was called upon to respond. He
remarked that the United States had much to be thankful
for in the prosperity with which God had favoured her
since the declaration of independence. A handful of
people had grown to be a mighty nation, spreading over a
surface of country whose area was three millions of square
miles. With this progress had also spread political and
religious privileges. Such attention was paid to education
that in a large part of the country, including all the large
cities, the poorest child might be gratuitously taught is the
public schools. America had also cause for thankfulness
in her great men, who were everywhere honoured,
and on this day especially their virtues were held
up for emulation before the rising generation. This
very day the people of Kentucky were inaugurating
an imposing monument to her most illustrious
son—Henry Clay—(cheers) —whose name was so
dear to Americans, as to be perpetuated in hundreds of
families throughout the land. It was indeed no insipid-
cant fact that it happened to be borne by the friend who
sat by his side (Professor H. C. Cameron). They loved
such names, and they formed a part of the glory of their
land. But the United States had also great cause for
thankfulness, in the fact of her origin, and in the peaceful
relation in which she now stands to Great Britain. The
Americans present could trace their parentage, not many
generations back, to England, Scotland, and Ireland, and
they rejoiced that they were thus bound to the mother
country. (Cheers.) He could heartily respond to the
hope already expressed by the worthy Captain, that this
union might be always enjoyed by those two great
countries, and that their united influence, so far as it was
good, might be spread over all the world. (Applause.)
In conclusion, he gave this sentiment —" The President of
the United States and the Queen of Great Britain ; the
model Bachelor President, and the model Mother
Sovereign." (Enthusiastic cheering.)
Professor H C. CAnnuorr, Newstsu Hall, Princton, New
Jersey, said he could not refrain from saying a few words
on the present occasion. In the name of the Americans
on board, he begged to thank the Captain for the kindness
which he had extended to them, and the honour which he
had this day done their country, and to assure him that
this kindness would never be forgotton. In their name,
and the name of all his fellow passengers, he —also thanked
the Captain for his uniformly kind and gentlemanlike de-
portment throughout the whole of the voyage. (Cheers )
His constant care for their comfort, his ceaseless vigilance
fot their safety, had not escaped their observation, and had
been most cordially appreciated. (Cheers,) With warm
hearts they wished "Long life, health, and prosperity to
Captain Jeffrey." (Great applause.)
The Cerreier returned thanks.
Dr. Avass, of New York, being called upon, remarked
that "young America" throughout the United States
considered itself bound to celebrate the 4th of July, by
making the largest possible amount of noise, and nobody
was contented to have this done by proxy, but each one
seemed to take delight in his own pecteiar noise, and to
measure his patriotism by this standard alone. This
method of celebration was of high authority, and seemed
often to extend to adult 4, or such of 'hem as were called
upon for oratorical performances. He did not, however,
propose, on the present occasion, to amuse himself at the
expen,e of the company. He would premise that national
devotion was too apt to distort the judgment, and assume
an aspect, to disinterested observers, by no means fl titter-
ing to their boasted spirit of liberality. However appro.
priately national laudation and congratulations might
grace the festive board at home, an American would be
excused front manifesting his usual enthusiasm before an
audience representing such diversity of interest and feeling.
Standing, as he did, mid-way between the New World and
the Old, he could not bat look back upon the former with
emotions of pride, and forward to the latter with senti-
ments of the highest admiration and respect. (Cheers.)
Bat he must say there were many reasons why this
national anniversary should be a day of profound reflection
and meditation to every American. With the vast re-
sources of former ages at her command, and the accumu-
lated mass of experience in every science and every art—
to which all the nations of Europe had contributed—the
true story of America should be looked for in the history
yet to be unrolled, in what she may hereafter achieve,
rather than what she had already accomplished. He
closed by proposing, " The future of America— may
it be worthy of her proud and noble ancestry." (Loud
cheers.)

R. J. Coans, Esq , of the firm of Sabel and Cortis, of
Liverpool and New York, said, as an Englishman, he
could not permit a previous toast to pass without notice—
" The Health of her Majesty the Queen of Great Britain"
had been proposed by an American citizen, and received

by both Americans and British in a highly satisfactory
manner. The name of " Victoria" was indeed dear to the
heart of every Englishman —(cheer:)—and he had noticed
with much pleasure, during his residence in the States,
that however much they might differ from their American
brethren in a few minor maters, the latter, almost to a man,
think and speak well of our beloved Queen. (Renewed
cheers.) For this they had cause to be grateful, and the
unanimity upon this subject, prevailing between the two
countries, doubtless tended to smooth over and allay
such ill-feeling as might occasionally arise. He sincerely
hoped that the friendly and social spirit which, thus
far, had so peculiarly marked their passage across the
Atlantic, might continue until they reached the old
country, and be an emblem of the future intercourse

between tho twu greatest countries in the world, Great
Britain and the United States. (Applause.)
The health of Captain Jeffrey was proposed by the Rev.
Mr. O'Brien, of Missouri, in highly eulc&tio terms, and
suitably acknowledged. The " Ladies" were also tested,
and W. T. M‘Zuster, Esq., merchant of New York,
responded.

AMERICA.

ARRIVAL OF THE KANGAROO AND FI7LTON,

The screw-steamer Kangaroo, which sailed
from New York on the 25th ult., arrived here
last night, with 200 passengers, and 51,153 dols.
in specie on freight.

The Fulton, which sailed from the same port on
the 27th ult., arrived at Southampton yesterday
morning, with 150 passengers, and 600,000 dols. in

specie.

The news is three days later than our previous
advices.

From Washineon we learn that the Virginia
delegation unanimously protest against the removal
of any Virginian now in the diplomatic service, and
insist upon the appointment of William F. Ritchie,
of The Enquirer, as minister to Naples, in addition.
Virginia has now largely over her share. Minister
Mason has not resigned, and considers au invita-
tion to do so an indignity.
It is semi-officially announced that certain Mor-
mons will be hanged for treason, but not punished

for polygamy.
Gov. Walker's recent manifesto .on the Kansas
Constitution, is bitterly resented by Southern politi-
cians, who denounce him as a renegade and a second
Reeder.
The following account of a fracas in the State
House, Hartford, is given in a telegraphic despatch
received at New York :
P.t noon on the 24th June, James E.Dunbam of Bridge.
port, one of the Bank Commissioners of Connecticut, and
William E. Noble, also of Bridgeport, attacked Judge
B:•ooks, Chairman of the Bank Committee, in the vesti-
bale of the State House, calling him an old liar, scoundrel,
etc., o❑ account of his position in regard to a bank.
Judge Brooks seized Mr. Noble by the collar and
thrust him against the wall. He was about to throw
him down stairs, when the spectotors interfered and
separated the combatants by force. Mr. Dunham fled on
the first demonstration from Judge Brooks. A Committee
of Investigation was appointed by the Howe, and they
are now taking evidence, with a view to bring Messrs.
Dunham and Noble to an accountability for assaulting an
officer while in the discharge of his duty. A later account
of the affair says that Mr. Noble interfered to prevent a
a fight between Messrs. Brooks and Dunham, but
was not at all involved in the fight. The Committee
reported to the House that Mr. Dunham ought to
apologise to Mr. Brooks, and also to the House; and this
Mr. Dunham is willing to do; but Mr. Brooks, it is under-
stood, refuses to accept an apology.
From Kansas we learn that both branches of
the Legislature adjourned sine the at half-past
eleven on Saturday night the 13th ult. There was
a disposition on the part of the House to enact
laws providing for the incorporation of towns,
the organisation of counties and townships, &e ,
to give the free State Government immediate
vitality and force ; but the Senate only concurred
in the enactments named above.
A general desire seemed to exist in the region
south of the Kansas river to put the State govern-
ment into immediateoperation ; and several towns
including Lawrence, Hyatt, and Emporia, peti-
tioned for incorporation. In some of these towns
complete squatter organisations already exist.
An unanimous feeling was manifested that
whenever Kansas does come into the Union it
must be under the Topeka constitution.
Though Governor Walker was in Topeka during
nearly all the session of the Legislature, no move-
ment was made to interfere with it.
We have late dates from New Mexico
Three hundred and fifty troops, under Colonel
Bondeville, had entered the Gila (Apache country),
for the purpose of punishing the Indians for the
numerous outrages committed by them upon the
whites.
The Governor of the Mexican State of Chihuahua
also designed opening hostilities against the
Indians, and would prevent them taking refugue
in Mexican territory. The Governor also intends
to co-operate with Colonel Bonneville, in his
movements against the Indians, as much as
possible.
We have Puerto Cabello, Venezuela, dates to the
11th ultimo, but they contain no political intelli-
gence. Native produce was in good supply.
The weather was fine, and the appearance of
the crops excellent. The country was healthy.

COMMERCIAL INTELLIGENCE.
NEW YORK, June 26.
With sornewhlt more activity in the demand for money,
rates of discount are a little higher than of late, being 8 to
9 per cent. for No. I paper, 9 to 10 for No. 2, and 10 to
12 for unendorsed, Tue supply is fully adequate. As the
period approaches in which accumulations will be made to
pay off the semi-annual dividends, facilities will be for a
short time, probably less easy.
COTTON : The market gradually improves; our quotc-
tions show an do advance. We quote :