The Sun.
London, England, 1863-06-17 00:00:00

that must have taken by surprise even those pre-
pared for a grand ovation. Never, it is said, " since
the theatre was built have its walls echoed and
vibrated to such a long, hearty, and absolutely
deafening outburst as when the young Prince
advanced bowing, with his usual kindly courteous
grace, from side to side, and leading his fair young
bride, who was quite unable to conceal the expres-
sion of absolute astonishment in her face at this
astounding welcome." Lord DERBY, as Chancellor
of the University, delivered a long Latin oration,
which was greatly applauded. The noble earl
acquitted himself very successfully of this arduous
task, only pausing occasionally in the course of his
address, which was everywhere distinctly audible.
The general opinion of the oration was, that it was
worthy of the speaker and of the occasion, and when
some minor flaws in its composition have been rec-
tified it will be given to the public. Amid great
applause the Chancellor presented the diploma con-
ferring the degree of Doctor in Civil Law on his
Royal Highness. The honorary degree of D.C.L.
was also conferred on Lord SPENCER, Lord MOUNT
EDGCUMBE, Lord HARRIS, and General KNOLLYS.
Two undergraduates recited some odes of their own
composition which created great amusement,because
of their not having committed the verses to memory
with anything like accuracy. The compliments
were, of course, rather extravagant, but appeared to
give general satisfaction. These lines that were
after repented seemed great favourites :
" Oh, happy Prince, who such a prize has won I
Oh, happy Princess, pride of England's son I"

The ode was not so successful in its delivery, as the
poet appeared nervous, and made long pauses at

some peculiar passages. He exclaimed, " Thine
happy Princess, with those trustful eyes," and made
a dead stop. Of course there was genera: laughter,

in which the PRINCESS could not but join. Pre-
viously to the commencement of the chief ceremony.
the undergraduates, according to time•honoured
custom, amused themselves in criticising all who
entered, and giving the result of their opinion in
very noisy expression. Mr, DISRAELI, as usual at
Oxford, came in for a very favourable reception.
The undergraduates seemed to think that they
could not pay too much honour to one who has
so distinguished himself. After the other cere-
monies had been gone through, the PRINCE and
PRINCESS of WALES went to a grand banquet given
at Christ Ctiurch by the Dean and students of the
foundation. Such a banquet was never before given
in Oxford. At eleven o'clock their Royal High-
nesses proceeded to the ball at the Freemasons'
Hall. The telegraphic account describes it as a
most splendid spectacle. In front of the building,
in bright gas, were the words " Let the nations

rejoice, and be glad." It is very gratifying to
notice the cordial and earnest welcome that was
given at this grand seat of academical learn-
ing to the future rulers of the country ; doubtless
it will long live in the memory of the PRINCE and
PRINCESS, and perhaps be ranked as among the
most attractive of the many bright entertainments
that have done honour to their auspicious union.

CRYSTAL PALACE COMPANY.

MEETING THIS DAY.

The usual half-yearly meeting of the proprietors of this
company was held this day at the London Tavern, for the
purpose of receiving the directors' report, and for transact-
ing the ordinary business of the company.
The chair was occupied by T. N. Farquhar, the chair-
man of the company.
The report, which has already appeared in The Sun,
having been taken as read,
The CHAIRMAN, in moving its adoption, said he had
great pleasure in meeting the proprietors on that occasion,
because their affairs were going on in the most satisfactory
manner. The great fetes that had taken place up to the
present had proved successful ; and altogether the prospects
regarding an increased dividend in December next were
highly encouraging. The completion of the extension of a
branch of the London, Chatham, and Dover to the Palace
would open up another channel of traffic, while, at the
same time, it would relieve the directors of Dulwich Wood,
which had always been an incumbrance to the directors. The
railway station would occupy a portion of the land, and
therefore, instead of being an expense, it would prove a
source of profit. He had great pleasure in moving the
adoption of the report.
The motion having been seconded,
Mr. H. GEORGE said he had great pleasure in observing
that during the past nine months there had been as great
improvement in the affairs of the company. He was also
glad to frbserve that a wise economy was now being exercised
in every department of the company. He was no advocate for a
close and illiteral saving, but if a judicious economy was ex-
ercised in every department their dividend, which was now
exceedingly small, would, he was sure, become something
respectable. He knew the great expense the directors had
to incur in getting up their attractive exhibition, but he
could not help thinking that a less number of visitors, at-
tracted at a less cost, would be found to be quite as remu-
neratiNe. He regretted the directors did not intend to fill
up the vacancy which had occurred in the board of direc-
tors, because he had kfard it whispered that the
infusion of a little new blood would not be
undesirable. He did not mean to say that the
present directors wanted any urging on, but he did not
think it was quite desirable that a seat at the board should
be looked upon as a permanent appointment. It might, he
thought, be possible to make some arrangement by which,
when the ordinary time came for the directors to retire,

in accordance with the deed of settlement, they should not
be re-elected before the lapse of twelve months. He was
not in the least dissatisfied with any of the gentlemen who
at present directed their affairs ; he only wished to see the
company as prosperous and successful as it deserved to be.
Mr. PUNCHER complained of the great expense incurred
for gas. _

The report was adopted, with the the exception of the
passage relative to the non-filling up the vacancy at the
board of direction, which was omitted.
Mr. Bicknell and Mr. Horsley, the retiring directors,

_
having been re-elected,
A proposal to elect Mr. Bohn to the vacant seat was then
brought forward, but a motion for the adjournment of the
meeting was carried almost immediately.

Mr. Michell, one of the Sheriffs nominate, is well
known in the railway world, and was recently elected a
director at the Great Western Board, on the nomination of
the Shareholders' Committee.

SIR CHARLES LOCOCK.—Yesterday morning Sir
Charles Lacock sustained a serious accident by a
fall from his horse. It appears that he rode on horseback
in Rotten-row during the morning, and on his return to
his residence at the corner of Hertford-street, Park-lane,
his horse suddenly stumbled and threw him with some
violence and then rolled upon him. Assistance was promptly
rendered, and Sir Charles was extricated as soon as possible
and taken into his residence. Upon examination it was
discovered that the injuries consisted of a fracture of the right
arm just above the elbow and much straining of the muscles
of one of his legs, We are happy to say that the result of
inquiries at the house last evening was that Sir Charles
was in no danger, and progressing very favourably.

THE TOUCHING TRIBUTE OF GRATITUDE
PAID BY LORD CLAYDFORT TO A DOG.-

He had an only son, whom he adored.
The son had a Newfoundland dog who was devoted
to him. The son falling into the water, the Newfoundland
dog pulled him out. How was this distinguished mem-
ber of the Humane Society to be duty honoured for the act ?
The appropriate reward was thus hit upon :—A few days
after the event, Lord Claydfort summoned the whole family
to a festival. The table is covered with the most exquisite
delicacies, the choicest meats, the rarest fruits, and in the
middle is an enormous pie in the shape of a tomb. "My
friends," said Lord Claydfort, his eyes moist with emotion,
and pointing to this masterpiece of the culinary art, " here
reposes the good Black, to whom I owe my son ; I thought
that the best mode of showing my gratitude was to distri-
bute him to each of you, that his flesh might be mingled
with your blood. Do as I do, and let your stomachs be his
last resting-place." And after this speech, and leaving on
his cheek the tear of gratitude which had escaped from his
eyes, the noble lord gravely attacked the last but one rest •
ing place of poor Black. Does this not recall the answer of
the savage to the civilised man? " Barbarian," said the
civilised man, " you eat your father when he is grown old."
" Ingrate," retorted the savage, "you leave yours to be
eaten by the worms."—La Comtesse de Bassanville's Salons
d'Autrefois.
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TUE ROYAL ASIATIC SOCIETY.—A
general meet-
ing of this society was held on Monday,
.ent.
o'clock—the Right Hun. Holt Mackenzie, vice-president,
in the chair. Dr. Goldenblum, of Odessa,
was elected a
non-resident member. A paper was read
b'y the secretary,
written by Mr. E. Schlagintweit, on the bodily proportions
of Buddhist idols in Tibet, and showing from a series of
measurements made by his brothers, that all images of
Bhat country preserve the features and propor-
tions of the Aryan type, while those of their saints are
moulded on the Bhot, or local Turanian, modification of the
human tonne