The Sun.
London, England, 1862-08-01 00:00:00

CRYSTAL PALACE ART UNION.

The fourth annual prize drawing was held yes-
terday at the palace. Dr. Read in the chair.

The Secretary, Mr. Wilkinson, read the report.
The following are the principal portions :
The council say, in making their report at the
close of its fourth season, they " have much plea-
sure in announcing its continued success. Whilst
during the past year the society has inevitably
shared the depression whieh has so generally
affected institutions of a kindred nature, still, as
regards the satisfaction given to subscribers in the
series of presentation works placed at their choice,
it has ;maintained the highly-favourable position
which upon its foundation was so promptly se-
cured. The object of the council has been, not only
to issue works which in their class should present
an artistic merit beyond what bad resulted from
merely commercial sources, but, by direct influence
on their preparatory adaptaticn, be enabled to give
to every subscriber (independent of the chance in
the prize distribution) the right of personal selec-
tion from a series of works the commercial value of
which should be of the lull amount of :the sub-
scription paid.
The chief and probably the only obstacle to a
great increase has been the difficulty of furnishing
the required copies of the works with sufficient
promptitude. This difficulty will be immediately
apparent when it is considered that upwards of
50 different works were included in the pro-
spectus of the past season. Every exertion is
made to facilitate the preparation of the copies
required, but the time necessarily involved in
their production frequently precludes the possi-
bility of their immediate presentation. The
popularity of many of the presentation
works still continues, and foremost amongst these
are the busts of " Ophelia" and "Miranda," by W.
Calder Marshall, R.A. ; " The Bride," by R. Monti ;
the " Cherub Bracket," by David Roberts, R.A. ;
" The Hours," and Arabesque Vases. So uniformly
marked has been the public preference for the Cera-
mic portion of the presentation works that it is in
contemplation to direct future operations more im•
mediately within the range of that class of art pro-
ducts, and thus further assist in the development of
its capabilities. In furtherance of this object im-
portant works are in progress, which will shortly
result in the issue of a prospectus for the ensuing
Beason more than usually attractive. In conclusion,
the council assure the subscribers that their best
exertions shall be continued to secure them all the
advantages which are such prominent and peculiar
features of the society's operations.
The report of the council having been adopted
and thanks voted to the council, the secretary read
the report of the scrutineers, and the drawing for
prizes commenced.
The principal 'prize, a very choice Blen de Roi
Vase, by Minton, fell to an Australian subscriber.
Original Works, by Foley and Monti,
Were gained
by T. Brewer, Esq., City of London School ; R. s.
Johnson, Esq., Homerton; D. Faulkner, Esq., Ban-
bury ; J. Penton, Esq., Stockton-on-'Fees ; r. F.
Dillon Croker, Esq., Stroud ; and A. Douglas, Esq.
Edinburgh.
The thanks of the meeting were then given to
Miss Ogilvy and Master Webb for their kind ser-
vices at the prize wheels, and to the chairman, and
the proceedings closed.

CocHIN CHINA.—A--
paragraph in the Presage
states that the army of the Ring of Siam had crossed tbe
frontier of the French territory in pursuit of some ~giberl-
ions Cochin•Chinese. The commandant of Tai.Ning to
terposod, and, on his injunction, the Siamese force quitteri,
theldiarict. The rey9lt, it is added, had been oupPrOtie"

IMPERIAL PARLIAMENT

HOUSE OF COMMONS—This DAY.
The SPEAKER did not take the chair until 20 minutes
past 12 o'clock, in consequence of 40 members not having
been present before.
THE NIGHT POACHING PREVENTION BILL.
Mr. HADFIELD presented a petition against the bill,
UNION RELIEF AID BILL.
On the motion of Sir G, GREY, the house went into
committee pro forme, for the purpose of considering the
amendment which had been previously agreed to, and
resumed.

On the motion that the bill as amended should be consi-
dered,

Mr. HADFIELD, in the absence of Mr. Osborne, moved
the addition of the following clause That no person
shall Jose his vote for a member of Parliament, or a muni
cipal officer for any city or borough in the said counties or
other places by reason of his receiving parochial relief or
other alms during the continuance of this Act."
Sir J. SHELLEY supported this clause, and contended
that the conduct of the operatives in Lancashire showed
how well fitted this class were for the exercise of their
rights of citizenship; and he appealed to the right hon.
gentleman (Mr. Villiers), who was so consistent a Liberal,
not to press the cbjectionable measure of the bill.
Sir G. GREY said that the object of the bill was not
to increase the number of persons receiving relief, but to
extend the means of giving relief; and he contended that
the measure would not have the effect which was supposed
by the supporters of this clause.
Mr. COBDEN hoped the clause would not be pressed to
a division, and he thought the subject should be left to the
consideration of the Parliament in the spring. He thought
it would be a gracious act towards the men in the North of
England, who were a manly race, if Parliament at the
next session took the matter up, and he did not apprehend
that any practical injustice would be inflicted under the
provisions of the bill for the next seven months.
Mr. HADFIELD withdrew the clause.
Mr. LYGON then moved the following clause :—" The
chairman and vice-chairman of the board of guardians of
any union, parish, township, or incorporation, any part
whereof is called upon to contribute in aid to anothea
union, parish, township, or incorporation shall be entitled
to take part in the proceedings of the board of guardians
administering the relief so contributed, and to vote there-
upon, in like manner as if they were guardians of the poor
within the union, parish, township, or incorporation re-
ceiving the contribution in aid."

Mr. l•- ILLIERS suggested an amendment modifying the
clause.

Alter some remarks from ➢lr. Hibbert, Mr. Henley, and
other hon. members, the clause, as amended, was agreed to,
and added to the bill.

sir G. GREY said he hoped the house would allow the
bill to be road a third time now, in order that it might be
sent to the Upper House this evening, instead of standing
over until the afternoon sitting.
Mr. HENLEY advocated that course under the excep-
tional circumstances relating to the bill.
Sir J. SHELLEY complained of the lateness of the
period when the bill was introduced.
Mr. VILLIERS said that originally the boards of guar-
dians wished to have the subject entirely in their own
hands, and it was not until the excepttonal state of the
manufacturing districts had arisen that Government felt
called on to bring the subject before the house.

After a few words from Mr. S. Fitzgerald, Sir G. Grey,
Mr, Lygon, and Mr. D. Griffith,
The bill was read a third time and passed.
COUNTY SURVEYORS (IRELAND) BILL.

The Lords' amendments to this bill were agreed to, and
the bill was ordered for third reading.
HIGHLAND ROADS AND BRIDGES BILL.

The Lords' amendments to this bill was also agreed to,
and the bill was ordered for third reading.
CONFIRMATION OF SALES, &c. BILL.

This bill was read a third time and passed.
The sitting was suspended at a quarter past one until
six o'clock.

HOUSE OF LORDS.—YESTERDAY.
The LORD CHANCELLOR took his seat on the woolsack
at 5 o'clock.

THE MARRIAGE LAWS,

The LORD CHANCELLOR presetted petitions from
Yorkshire, praying for the legalisation of the marriage with
a deceased wife's sister.

The Duke of CLEVELAND presented similar petitions.

PRIVATE BUSINESS.

The Ellesmere and Wem Railway (Oswestry, Ellesmere,
and Whitchurch Railway Company) Bill was read a third
time and pa:sed.
CHARITY COMMISSIONERS JURISDICTION