The Sun.
London, England, 1864-08-17 00:00:00

LATEST INTELLIGENCE.

LONDON, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 1864.

It must have been with very different feelings
that ;he Central Executive Committee of the Relief
F and ass,. mblcd at Manchester, on Monday lett, frcm
those with which they met together when first
assuming their onerous duties. It was no light
task to undertake the relief of a pauperised popu-
lation of over half a million, especially when it was
quite uncertain how long the pressure might last,
and when the means of relief were principally
dependent on fluctuating sources. There was rea-
son to apprehend not only a repetition of the Irish
horrors of 1817, but to fear likewise the outbreak
of pepular discontent or the deadly presence of
epidemic disease. From all these evils we have
been mercifully spared, and there is no doubt that
under Providence that exemption is due to the
promptness and t fficiency of the means taken for
the relief of the distress. The contributions flowed
in faster than they were needed, and although the
committee always wisely kept a large balance cn
hand, yet the receipts were still large, when they
were able to announce that henceforward local
charity would be sufficient to meet the need. And
the diEtriilution of aid, which was a task of no
oral:lqt.; difficulty and deiicccy among so many
conflicting claims and local jeslcueic, has been
accomplished with a discretion and a liberality of
spirit which has preserved public harmony un-
broken. But, notwithstanding the readiness
and efficiency of the aid, or rather perhaps
in consequence of those characteristics, the great
danger which political economists feared to be al-
most inevitable, has been happily averted; and far
from the population becoming demoralised and
inclined to pauperism, the opportunity of again
working for their living is everywhere hailed with
joy. The operatives have shown themselves willing
to follow other occupations to which they have been
unaccustomed, they have undertaken the out-door
work provided under the Public Works Act with
promptness and cheerfulness, while in several of
the outlying unions the arrival of the cotton bales
once more called forth tears and blessings. There
is indeed great cause for thankfulness that the
country should have passed through such a crisis
with safety, that the very cause which threatened
to provoke disaffection and disturbance should only
have served to promote goodwill aid kindliness,
and to draw classes nearer together by manifesting
a common sympathy and spirit of sacrifice. At
Christmas, 1863, the maximum of distress was
reached in the startling number of §10,279 reci-
pients of relief. At Midsummer last the amobnt
had fallen to 112,598, not much more than a fifth
of the previous number now relieved, is still further
reduced, being 96,295 ; and although this seems at
first a large aggregate, it is necessary to remember
that the ordinary pauperism of these unions
is very large, rising in the winter months to about
50,000, so that the average pressure on the rates is
now only about double that of 1861, which was
reckoned to be the most prosperous year which
Lancashire had ever known. Lancashire has had
cause to remember and regret those prosperous
days so quickly succeeded by such appalling dis,
tress, but brighter days are now dawning upon
her. From the relief committees of itoyton, Lees,
Salford, and Newton Heath, letters were read at
the meeting on Monday announcing the gratifyieg
fact that they had been enabled to close their ope-
rations. Each of these several bodies, in thus com-
pleting their undertaking, expressed their obliga-
tions to the Central Committee for their liberality
and attention. The present condition of affairs
manifests a steady improvement, which is more
encouraging than any sudden alteration. In the
month of June this year there were 288,869 opera-
tives at work fueJ time, 80,066 short time, and
105,161 out of work; while in July there were
292,118 on full time, 67,660 on short timee and
101,568 out of work. The number of recipients of
relief from all sources, too, fell in the
that month from 111,346 to 96,295.
thou-
sand six hundred and slaty-eights One
'eilled operatives
sad 2,000 factors workers are at present employed
on public weeks;
and calc'elating these on an
average of four persons to a family, nearly
20,000 persons are
thus kept off the
rates. Mr. VILLIETAa's B 1
eatuuti_,ll has, therefore,
been productive
of
sr.
good,and the good is
of a lasting nature. It was welt known that, nots
withstandino. the Wealth, the energy, and the large
population of the manufacturing districts,
their
sanitary arrangements were most defective, ad • , adding
largely to the waste of life so common in such
places. They were like a man of business who is
so much engrossed:in his trade or profession that
he has no time orileisure to;bestow on the require.
meats of his own family. Engrossed in the all
absorbing interest of their trade and its belongings,
manufacturers and operatives

'to such trifling matters as drainage, paving, and
other necessary measures. Towns sprung up
quickly where villages used to stand, and a dense
population speedily settled round them, with none
of the ordinary appliances that secure the health of
towns. The bees of the busy hives were. constantly
swarming, but the new hives were ill-fitted for
their recention. The great distress will therefore
in this view become a lasting benefit. No less than
77 places were availing themselves, of the Public
Works Act on August 15th. In many places, ac-
cording to the report, the works are being carried
on with reduced numbers, owing to the opening of
mills, and to the agricultural operations of this
Bossed. Preeon, Ashton, and Glossop are
the chief places in which there are yet
large numbns unemployed, but even in
these there is a considerable amelioration.
So satisfactory is the general state of affairs that
the Hon. Secretary prepared, on Monday, a resolu-
tion to the effect, that the grants of the committee
should henceforth be confined to the relief of per-
sons not receiving parochial aid. He remarked that
it was desirable that the whole of the districts
should be prepared for the cessation of relief from
extraneous quarters, and that this would be a good
beginning, Mr. MASON, of Ashton, made some
opposition on behalf of that district, and it was
ultimately determined to qualify the resolution by
the condition that the pauperism should not exceed
5 per cent, of the population. This was the wisest
course as meeting the exceptional cases, while pro-
viding for a gradual change, and certainly in the
hour of returning prosperity the country will not
begrudge a little additional help to those who have
so nobly borne the winter of adversity.

Nothing can exceed the want of good feeling ex-
hibited by the Federals throughout the war in which
they have been so long engaged,but their last exploits
are worthy of the Prussians, and certainly it is a
satire on the race that was to be the beacon for the
nations that they are resorting to the most barbarous
modes practised by the 0:d World. The system now
adopted of deporting women and children, and
sending them to a wilderness, is perfectly atrocious,
and for ever disgraces the Government which sanc-
tions, and stamps with infamy the men who carry
out the inhuman work in its shameful details and
extravagant purposes. The cause of this barbarous
treatment is that their victims refuse to take the oath
of allegiance to the Federal cause. Two hundred
and forty-nine women and children were sent north
of the Ohio by SHERMAN they were quite destitute,
and it may be supposed therefore what these men
wish them to endure, sent as they are among those
who hate them. Some of these were put into the
military prison, and thence sent down the Missis-
sippi to the extreme limits of the Gulf of Mexico,
"to dwell wi'le alligators, or to die in the swamps,"
as it is emphatically described in the account. The
administrative organ has the audacity to state
that these victims are "on a journey for their
rights." Such conduct and language are a disgrace
to the Federals as men; they lower themselves in
the scale of humanity, and the most inveterate
partisan of their cause mast be disgusted at their
course. War cr peace are secondary things in
comparison with such savege display of arbitrary
power, and such uncalled for and unmeaning vios
lence against defenceless persons. If anything
were wanting to deter the Confederate States from
prosecuting the war with vigour it would be this
inhuman mode now practised. Nothing less than
revenge can be meant by it, and that revenge of
the lowest order and the most revolting kind. That
States calling themselves Christian should thus
desecrate the highest laws is quite incomprehensible,
and that a civilised people should permit the Go-
vernmcnt to do such things is quite extraordinary.
In order to be consistent the Federals should no
longer c 3.11 themselves a 1t public, but a M.,spotism,
and no more insult common sense by profaning the
name of freedom in applying it to their actions.

The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to
Animals is one of the most excellent institutions in
the country. It operates as a check upon many
who would otherwise not be deterred from practising
their cruel propensities, and the fear of exposure
will restrain them when no considerations of a
higher nature will prevail. It is to be expecteS'i,
ho wever, that when the agents of this society beats
succeeded in proving a case in question, and, clearly
exemplified that the facts are of a particularty
aggravated nature, due attention will be paid
to their assertions. It is much to be regretted when
too much laxity is shown to the offender, and the
ends of justice are not met, An extreme case of
cruelty to a horse was brought before the Enfield
Petty Sessions, and the whole of the evidence tended
to show that no excuse was given for any violence,
but that the measures employed were wanton and
brutal in the extreme. The defendant's position
in life only served to increase the evil, for he had
had the advantages of education and cociety to
restrain his passions, instead of giving way to them
to such a frightful extent. The pony he was
driving was generally driven by his daughter, and
whenthey reached a particular spot the pony turned
to go as usual to the residence of a family where
the young lady was in the habit of calling. Instead
of employing proper means for quieting or directing
the animal, the defendant struck it so violently that
it broke from the vehicle ; he then jumped down,
and for a quarter of an hour beat it about the head
in the most savage manner. In vain these who
assembled round the spot tried to remonstrate with
him—he persisted in his savage treatment. The de-
fence made by the accused only made matters worse,
for he adopted a sort of bravado style, and evidently
thought that he was above criticism. No wonder
there was "sensation" among his hearers when he
said that the pony was not thrashed half enough,
as "it wanted A good thrashing three or four hours
a day with a good thick ash stick." It seems
strange, after the case had been fairly proved,
and the defendant, instead of expressing contrition,
only used language unbecoming and uncalled
for, that the Court should not have adopted
stronger measures to show their disapproval of his
words and conduct. A more lame conclusion could
not have followed so outrageous an affair. He was
merely told that the case came within the statute,
and that unnecessary violence had been used. He
was further informed that he could appeal, if he
thought proper, and the trifling penalty of forty
shillings and costs was inflicted. It is a great pity
that the defendant did not appeal, because by that
means more publicity would have been given to the
affair, and a higher Court would not, in all pro-
bability, have dealt so leniently with the affair. It
is an occurrence deeply to be regretted that so gross
an instance of cruelty should be suffered to go by
unmarked by a decided reproof. If it were not in
the power of the Court to inflict a heavy fine, no-
thing prevented the strongest censure being be•
stowed upon the cruelty practised. It is monstrous
that a man of property and position should be
suffered to go on unchecked in such a
course, for the harm he can do by his
ungovernable temper is ten times more extensive
than any injuries a poor man can inflict. There
are many who may suffer wrong, cruelty, and in-
justice, and not have the means to make their
grievance known, while some may be deterred from
doing so for fear of the coneequensm of attßeking ,

one in an influential position. It cannot be hoped
that whatever means are employed a decided change
can come over such a disposition, but at least for
the sake of society, for the causel of justice, and the
interests of humanity, such conduct should be
denounced in the strongest terms that custom allows
to be employed. It is a grave offence thus to tor-
ture a poor animal, and Lo right-minded person
will deny that the offender in this instance escaped
without receiving his deserts.

The Jews in Morocco.

TO THE EDITOR OP THE SUN.

SlR,—The press has kindly given publicity to
the letter which I had recently the honour to receive
from his Excellency Sid Taib El Yaminy, the Vizier
or Prime Minister of his Sheriffian Majesty the
Emperor of Morocco.
A narrative, however, has since appeared de-
scribing the cruel treatment, attended with a fatal
result of a Jew in the province of Haha, at the
hand of its deputy-governor; and an apprehension
has arisen that the Moorish Government does not
really intend to fulfil its humane promises.
I believe the accompanying communications will
show that this apprehension may be dismissed.
The writer is an influential Jewish merchant of
Mogador, and it will be observed how highly he
and his co-religionists estimate the beneficial effects
—present and to come—of the Imperial edict.
Prejudices and abuses of long-standing, parti•
cularly when fostered and sustained by religious
fanaticism, are not suddenly nor easily remediable,
even in well-organised States.
In a country like Morocco the advance of civili-
sation must necessarily be progressive.—l have the
honour to remain, sir, your faithful and obedient

servant,

MOSES MONTEFIORE.

East Cliffe Lodge, Ramsgate, Aug. 16.

Mogador, July 25, 1864,

Esteemed Sir,—l take upon myself the painful task of
communicating to you a :nost deplorable event, which has
very recently occurred in the vicinity, within a few hours'
ride from this town.

A poor Jew, named Joseph Ben Eish M'seilim, a resident
of this town, while travelling for his usual occupation of
petty trading, in the adjoining province of Haha, had occa-
sion to present himself at the residence of the governor of
the province to prefer a complaint to the chief in command
respecting some money which he said he had been robbed
of and lost. It appears that the khalifa, or deputy gover-
nor, Sidi Howselin (then acting in place of the governor of
the province, Hadj Abdalla, who was absent), did
not credit the said Jew's story, and, under the impres •
sion that his statement was false, ordered him to be
punished with the lash, which was so severely applied
that the poor Jew was left dead on the spo`,,, and some
hours afterwards his remains were bull, there by some
Jews sent from hence to bring the 'Jody of the deceased
to this town for interment, but vegich was refused by the
khalifa.

I shall not attempt at prr,sent to describe to you the whole
of the detP.ils of this sh'oeking cruel affair which have come
to my hearing, as it would be difficult to do so perhaps with
all truth and correctness. I am however happy to inform you
that the resident consuls, including myself, have taken up
this affair properly and seriously, and have each made their
reports to the consuls-general and European Ministers at
Tangier, with the object of obtainining from the Court of the
Sultan a thorough investigation into this horrible tragedy,
with due reparation and security for the future against
repetition of such totally unjustifi ible conduct on the part
of the Sultan's chiefs in command in the different parts of
the empire ; and l feel persuaded that his Imperial Majesty
will not only cause strict it quirt' about this melancholy
event, but will likewise take all possible means to prevent
the recurrence of similar disgraceful conduct on the part of
his different governors in the country,
I think it right to mention that the said province of
Hahn has, for a great many years, been ruled by its present
governor Badj Abdalla, who, although considered a very
strict and severe chief, showing but little mercy to *Jelin
quents of all classes, at the same time the province is quiet
and comparatively orderly, and due protection is afforded
for travellers, traders, strangers, and property; and during
the disasters of the bombardment of Mogador by the
French some years ago, and the more recent troubles
caused by the Spanish war with the empire, the Jews of
this place were all received everywhere in Hahn, and their
persons and property protected, and were all well-treated
as far as possible to ho done under the strict surveillance
and by the voluntary desire of the ruling governor, Hadj
Abdalla, and much to his credit. Mogador is situated in
the province of Raba, end its inhabitants could scarcely
expect, in such times as described, to obtain equal security
and protection la any other of the surrounding provinces,
where there exists greater cenfucion and misrule.
I wish to remove any impression that may erroneously
be felt that your late visit to this country is tlis cause, or
in a-33, way connected with disasters sinit'Lar to the occur-
rence above described; on the contrary, the recent edict
of the Sultan, published on the occasion of your visit to
his Court, has undoubtedly 'produced the moat beneficial
results, and without whi%n, at the present moment, the
position of the Jews i i this empire might be far worse. I
feel, however, cors..ident the good effects of the edict in ques-
tion will inere:iso tenfold in the course of time.
Hoping 'anis will find you iu perfect enjoyment of good
health, and presenting the grateful respects of myself and
fanyr,y, I have the honour to be, esteemed sir, your devoted
obedient servant, ABRAHAM CAAS,
To Sir Moses Montefiore, Bart., F,R.S,, &c.

Mogador, Aug. I, 1864.
Esteemed Sir,--•:nce the recent deplorable event of the
death of a poor Jew by unmerited severe castigation in the
province close to this town, which I mentioned to you in
my letter of July last, I now come to inform you that the
ch!af governor of the raid province of Haha, Sidi Hadj
Abdalla, has returned to his residence there. and his excel-
lency, immediately on learning the circumstances of the
case, expressed his strong di: afprobation of the conduct of
his deputy in this shocking affair, and has written a long
letter directed to our governor, Raid El Mehddi, instruct-
ing him to call a meeting of the chief of the Jews of
Mogador, and read over to then, its contents in extenua-
tion, with manifold promises of entire security against the
chance of repetition of such gross outrage in future, and
intimating his desire to make some reparation for the past
unfortunate occurrence which he says took place in his
absence entirely without his knowledge,
" His excellency offers the payment of a fine or penalty
to be given as an atonement and consolation to the familY
of the deceased, and that they should give him, as custo-
mary among the Moors in such cases, an acquittance or
pardon for the life of the deceased. When the meeting of
the Jews heard the contents of the aforesaid let er they
consulted among themselves the matter, and they took into
consideration the previous comparative kind treatment and
protection afforded to the Jews of this town by the people
of the province of Haha, under the direction of the said
Kaid Hadj Abdalla, at the time of the French and Spanish
wars in this empire. And fearing to bring upon themselves
the of the people of the said province, in case of
being placed in similar circumstances, as above mentioned,
they called to the relations of the deceased to accept the
aforesaid proposals of Kaid Abdalla, and they refused, say-
ing they have had their case reported to the foreign
Ministers, Sci., and will leave the matter in their hands.
But the Jews pointed out to them the danger that maY
arise if they refused, and they obliged then to give the
acquittance or pardon required, according to the Moorish
laws and usual customs. The meeting refused to receive
from his Excellency Kaid Abdalla what he offered to paY,
and they contributed among themselves the sum of £123,
which they have handed over to the said relations of de-
ceased.

It is no small advantage for us to feel the certainty that
this Laid and all others are greatly influenced to do good,
from the knowledge that all public affairs are strictly re-
ported to the foreign Ministers and consular corps at Tangier
as well as elsewhere, the salutary effect of whose just inter-
ference in all necessary cases is incontestable.—l have the
honour to be, esteemed sir, your faithful and obedient
humble servant, ABIL/1114X CAAs.
To Sir Monteflore, Bart., F.R.S., (to.

LORD PALMERSTON AND MS CONSTITUENTS.-''
The Premier has signified his intention of paying a
visit to his constituents on the occasion of Tiverton races,
which are appointed to take place on the 24th and 25th of
the present month. We lordship's private secretary, in
reply to an invitation from Mr. F. A. Payne, the secretary
of the Tiverton Race Committee, has forwarded to that
gentleman the following note :—" 10, Downing-street,
Aug. 12, 1861. Sir,—l am directed by Lord Palmerston,
in reply to your communication of tho 9th bast, to inform
you that it is his intention to visit Tiverton at the time of
the races,—l am, sir, your obedient servant EVELYN
ASHLEY."

NEW ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH IN BRIGHTON.
—The Roman Catholic church of St. Mary Mag-
dalen, in Brighton, which was partly open some time ago,
has been completed, and yesterday the solemn opening of
the entire building took place. The Right Rev. Dr. Grant,
Roman Catholic bishop of Southwark, celebrated high mass,
assisted by several of the clergy of the dioc2se. The music
was by Hummel, and was well performed. The sermon
was preached by Dr. Manning. There was present a large
number of the laity. The church is situated in Upper-
North-street, in the north-west part of Brighton, is in the
early English style, and is very beautiful. On each side of
the nave are several arches, supported by massive pillars,
adorned with some excellent carved work. The roof is of
stained oak. The church has a tower GO feet high, and
from this tower there rises a spire, also 60 feet high. The
spire can be seen from a great distance. Mr Blount, of
London, is the architect, and Messrs. Cheesman, Fabian,
and Farmer executed the different parte of the works.

LREUTER'S TELEGRAMS.]

AMERICA.
ARRIVAL OF THE BELGIAN.
(Via Greencastle.)

NEW YORK, AUG. 5 (Evening).

The Confederates have recrossed into Maryland
in force and occupied Hagerstown. This morning
the Governor of Pennsylvanian farmers are driv
ing off their stock.
The Federal loss on Saturday before Petersburg
is officially stated at 5,600 men:
It is reported that General Hooker will be as-
signed to a new command, embracing the Upper
Potomac, Maryland, and Pennsylvania.
General S tor eman has effectually cut the railroad
communication between Macon and Atlanta.

A division of Sherman's cavalry, under General
M'Call, while returning from a raid to the rear of
Atalanta on the 27th ult., was attacked and routed
by the Confederates under General Ransom. Out
of 3,200 of M'Call's men only 500 have yet reported
at Marietta ; the remainder are believed to have
been either killed or captured.
The City of Manchester has arrived out.
NEW YORK, AUGUST 6 (Morning).

Farragnt's fleet is stated to have attacked Mobile,
and passed the forts, and was preparing to attack
the city.
Reports are current that Grant has arrived at
Washington. A portion of his troops have entered
Maryland. Deserters assert that the Confederates
have undermined the position in front of the Federal
corps before Petersburg.
Hood reports that Stoneman, with 500 men, has
been captured.

Senators Wade, Henry, and Winter, and Mr
Davis, the chairman of Cae committee on the re-
bellions States, have issued a report, changing
R with usurpation of power, and a
design President
to
o sec
c o 1
Ore his re-election by unfair means.
The Arica has arrived out. The Saxonia has
been Intercepted off Cape Race.
(Via 'Greencastle and Father Point.)
NEW YORK, AUG. 6 (Evening).

The accounts concerning the Confederate invasion
of Maryland are extremely vague. Heavy firing
has been heard around Cumberland. It was sap-
posed that the Confederates would advance on
Pittsburg, Wheeling, and Cincinnati. They still
hold Hagertown.

General Averill is reported to be moving to-
wards Bedford, Pennsylvania, to operate against
the Confederates.

COMMERCIAL INTELLIGENCE.

NEW YORK, AUG. 6 (Evening).

Money easy. Gold, 259. Exchange on London,
282; on Paris, 2.7 i. Stocks steady. New York
Central, 1301 ; Illinois, 129; Eric, 1124; United
States 5.20 dols. Bonds, 1083.

Cotton firm and advancing. Middling Upland,
178 c. Flour and wheat dull. Corn heavy. Pro-
visions quiet. Cuff,e dull. Sugar and molasses
steady. Crude Petroleum. 50c. ; refined, 82c.

SOUTHAMPTON, AUG. 17.

The North German Lloyd's steamer New York,
sailing hence to-day for New York, with the Ger-
man, French, and English mails, takes out 130
cabin passengers, a general cargo, and jewellery,
value 14.5,500 francs, from Havre.

DENMARK.

FLENSBURG, AUG. 17.

A division of the Prussian flotilla, under the
command of Captain Jachmane, is making a trial

trip in the Schleswig waters of the Baltic, It will
touch at Eekernforde and Flensburg.

ALTONA, AUG. 17.
Baron Konneri'a left for Dresden yesterday. He
is expected to return in about a fortnight.

GREAT FIRE AT LI3IOGES.

PARIS, AUG. 17.

A dreadful fire broke out on Monday evening at
Limoges, and was only subdued yesterday. From
120 to 150 houses have been consumed. Measures
have been taken for the sustenance and shelter of
those who have suffered by the catastrophe.
The Emperor not being able to go to Limoges on
account of the arrival of the King of Spain, has
sent his aide-de-camp, Colonel Reille, to relieve the
great Est sufferers. The Empress and Prince Im-
perial have each contributed 10,000 fr.
The King
of Spain arrived at St. Cloud at nine
o'clock last night. The Emperor awaited hie
majesty at the entrance of the park. A grand
reception afterwards took place.

THE BOMBAY MAIL.

MALTA, AuG. 16.

20TuthheamSyptroian.left at 7 e.m. to-day for Marseilles,
and the Baroda will leave at 2 a.m. to morrow for
The Pconab, from Southamptan on the 4th inst.,
reached Malta on the 13th at 10 a.m., and left at
4 P.m., for Alexandria.

The Eusine, from Marseilles on the 12th inst.,
arrived at 8 p.m. on the 14th, and left at 1 a.m,
on the I.sth for Alexandria.

FRANCE.

BOURSE, Aug. 16.—Market still continues in
the same state of inactivity, but with prices well
maintained. Threes, for the Account, are now at
66f. 50c, Mobilier have been in demand, and some
business done at 1,025 f. Railway Market quiet,
but in general firm. The market closed as fol.
lows :--

11 per Cent 5....... 95
Do. end month....
3 per Cents ...... 66 40
Do. end month.... 66 45
Credit Mob!liar.... 1925
Do. end m0nth....1030
Bank Shares...... 3380
Credit Foncier ....1220
Roman .......... 76 50

Italian Loan 6B 36
Do. end month 6B 35
Ditto Threes ..
New Mexican .... 56 50
Russian
Austrian
Spanieh Threes
Florae Debt
Deferred

RAILWAYS.
Cash. Account.
Orleans
.... - BB5 .. 886 60
Northern ..
3.......
-.-
981 25 .. 985
Lyons and Ilediter-lanean 925 .. 930
S3uthern .... 642 50 .. 646 25
Western
Eastern ... -
Sardinian * 350 .. _
Austrian
Lombard
North a Spain
Saragossa..
Ditto to Barcelona -

THE STATUE TC THE LATE SIR G. C. LEWIS AT
HEREFORD,—The bronze statue, from the cast of
Baron Marochetti, to the memory of the late Sir George
Commall Lewis, Bart,, has arrived in Hereford, The 3d
of September has been fixed for its inauguration, on which
occasion Lord Palmerston has promised to deliver the in-
augural address, The Chancellor of the Exchequer is also
expected to be present. While in Herefordshire the noble
Premier will be the guest of the Rev, Archer Clive, of
Whitfield, brother of Mr Geo. Clive, M,P,
REPRESENTATION OF FlNSEURY.—Yesterday
the whole of Finsbury was placarded by large bills
containing three long columns of the names of persons who
have engaged to serve on a committee to secure the election
of Mr Alderman Lusk as member for the borough of Fins-
bury, in the room of Sir S. Morton Pete, who has accepted
a requisition to become a candidate for the representation of
Bristol. According to present appearances Finsbury is
likely to have a considerable choice of candidates at the
next general election. In addition to Mr Alderman Lusk,
Mr M'Cullagh Torrens and Mr Phillips, of the Coal Ex-
change, have offered themselves, whilst Mr Cox, one of the
sitting members, has announced hie intention of seeking
re-election,