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would remain, and that the judges sharing in the
great public hospitalities of the city of London, and
ttanding there responsible at the bar of public opinion,
were privileged to receive in the greetings of such oc-
casions as these some of the best refreshments cf
their course.—(Cheers.) New and young in the
position to which he had been called, he would add no
more, except that he might be permitted to say that
while that position had been purchased by no poli-
tical subserviency or apostacy—(Hear, hear)—as he
had received this honour from those who maintained
the principles which from earliest youth he had
adopted, so in his future course there could be no
tribunal for whose just judgment he should be more
anxious than that of the citizens of London—(Hear,
hear)—and he could never receive a compliment
more welcome than that which he had now the
honour to acknowledge.—(Cheers.)
The three watermen who came in first, second, and
third, in the race for Doggett's coat and badge, were
then introduced, to receive the accustomed congratu-
lations of the Prime Warden, and the gift of a bottle
of wine each. A second bottle was presented to each
man for his wife. It was hinted that one of the men
was single, but Lord Campbell suggested that of
course he would have a sweetheart.
The PRIME WARDEN gave "The Solicitor-General,
and the Bar of England," briefly alluding to the
efforts of Sir J. Romilly's illustrious father toim-
prove the criminal law of this country, paving the
way as they did for the altered state of things which
now existed in regard to that subject.
The SOLICITOR-GENERAL, in acknowledging . the
compliment, remarked that those who had striven
most often saw the least fruit of their labours, and but
prepared a harvest to be reaped by those who should
come after them.—(Hear, hear.) It was many years
since he had the honour of being in some degree con-
nected with the Fishmongers' Company, by being
employed to defend them upon informations which
aimed at their complete subversion; those informa-
tions entirely failed, but he had the gratification not
only of advancing in his profession by means of this
noble company, but of knowing how well it performed
its functions as distributor of charities and as landlord
in the sister island.—(Hear, hear.) If that example
were more followed, he would take leave to say, the
complaints now heard from that island would not be
so rife; a new state of things would arise. There
would be ties of amity and friendship between the
two islands, such as alone were wanting to make the
two countries as thoroughly united as Middlesex and
Yorkshire.—(Cheers.)
Lord CAMPBELL proposed " the health of the
Prime Warden, and prosperity to the Fishmongers'
Company."—(Cheers.) Whilst the city of London
had borne no inconsiderable part in bygone times in
the preservation of our liberties, no company bad so
much distinguished itself as the Fishmongers. It had
ever been remarkable for its gallantry and its honesty.
We all remember that when Polonius disclaimed
being a fishmonger, the remark of Hamlet was—" I
would you were so honest a man."—(Laughter.)
The PRIME WARDEN acknowledged the compliment,
and then proposed the health of Lord D. Stuart, who
had proved himself the friend of the oppressed in
various parts of the world.
Lord D. STUART felt deeply gratified to have the
approbation of one of the companies of this great city
—a company peculiarly distinguished by its attach-
ment to Liberal principles.—(Cheers.) He trusted
it would confirm his determination to raise his voice
in behalf of all who were struggling for their rights.
—(Hear, hear.) He hoped that all engaged in such
righteous contests might succeed.—(Cheers.)
The PRIME WARDEN next proposed " The health
of Counts Teleki and Pulski," expressing his hearty
sympathy with the gallant struggle making in their
count ry.— (Cheers .)
Count PuLsill could not find words to express his
thanks for the sympathy manifested with the Hunga-
rian cause.—(Hear, hear.) The sympathy of England
gave strength, because it was always on the side of
justice, freedom, and civilization.—(Hear, hear.) It
gave hope that victory would not leave a people that
made the greatest sacrifices for freedom against abso-
lutism, tyranny, and despotism.—(Cheers.)
The next toast was " The health of Lord Nugent,"
who briefly .and neatly responded.
" The health of the Chairman and Deputy-Chair-
man of the East India Company " was next drunk ;
and the Prime Warden in proposing it noticed, amidst
loud cheers, the indomitable courage of the Indian
army, and congratulated the Company upon the pro-
spect of an enduring peace.
Major-General Sir A. GALLOWAY, in returning
thanks, observed that the army in India had conquered
until they were almost tired of conquest, and it was
almost necessary to apologize for conquests.—(Cheers)
It was the highest ambition of the company so to su •
perintend the government of India as to make that
country happy, and promote, at the same time, the
interests of England.—(Cheers.)
The next toast was, " The health of Mr. Hume,
and the House of Commons."
Mr. Hume had ever felt grateful for the patronage
and assistance this company had afforded to him from
the time when, 28 years ago, it enrolled him a free-
man. Those only who had had experience of that
time could appreciate the value of such encourage-
ment.—(Hear, hear.) Sitting where he did (between
Counts Teleki and Puiski) he would add that the dis-
tinguished foreigners who were there could state that
their countrymen wanted no more than England for-
merly wanted—(Elear, hear)—and we ought to give
them our sympathy—we could do no more, unfortu-
nately—and desire that Providence might see fit to
give them victory.—(Cheers.)
One or two other toasts followed, to which Mr.
Hayter, Mr. H. Kemble, and the Governor of the
Bank responded; Mr. Kemble, amidst much cheer-
ing, protesting against being supposed to compro-
mise or yield his political principles because he par-
took of the hospitality of a great company.
The festivity then, shortly before midnight, termi-
nated. It was extremely well conducted throughout
Mr. Harker was toastmaster, and the vocal depart-
ment was well sustained.

OXFORD AND CAMBRIDGE
CLUB.
TO THE EDITOR OF THE SUN.
SlR,—The country considers your paper the
leading supporter of the noble cause of Hungary.
As such I wish to call your attention to the fact that
as yet, while English officers may be found in the
Austrian ranks (two young Englishmen were corn•
plimented by Radetaki on their gallant bearing at
Novara), there are no Englishmen ennobled under
Kossuth or Bern. It is truly remarkable that none
have joined the corps of Bern, for while he was in
Oxford teaching the modern languages, about two
fears ago, this wonderful man won the golden opi-
nions of all parties, on account of his noble bearing,
his modest demeanor, and his virtuous mind. We
can only account for this anomaly by the reflection
that the subject has never been brought before the
daring, enthusiastic, and liberal dispositions of young
Englishmen. A word to such. As is always the
case in a country happily free from war, army pro-
motion is here slow and tedious. The contrary is the
case in Hungary. Promotion there will be rapid.
No people are so well disposed to England as the
Hungarians. We may consider as a fait accompli
the independence of Hungary, the repulse of the
Russian bear, and the utter prostration of all the
underhand tricks of the Camarilla of Vienna. And
what can be more glorious, and what, we may add,
will be more beneficial both to the Hungarians and to
the individual Englishman, than to engage heart and
soul personally in this holy defence of another na
tion's liberty.

I am, Sir, a former pupil of
BEM.

[We are happy to inform our patriotic correspon-
dent, that we have received several private communi-
cations from spirited young gentlemen, who are
anxious to join the Hungarians, but find a diffi
culty in passing through the heart of Germany, and
the distance by Corfu or Constantinople is very
tedious. But enthusiasm overcomes difficulties, and
soldiers must lay their account to hardships.—ED.
Sun.]

TO THE EDITOR OF THE SUN.
have this day forwarded to you a Post-
office order for 21. Is. 6d., payable to Murdo Young,
Esq., at the Money Order-office, Strand, to be applied
to the " Testimonial to the Hungarian Refugees,"
being the subscriptions of persons who feel a lively
sympathy for the success of the Hungarians in the
noble struggle in which they are engaged against the
united despots of Austria and Russia, and who enter-
tain an earnest hope that the result will be the com-
plete liberation of Hungary from the perfidious house
of Hapsburg. lam also desired by the subscribers
to testify to you their cordial thanks for the soul-
stirring appeals that have appeared in The Sun on
behalf of the holy cause in which the Hungarians
have embarked.—l am, Sir, yours in the cause of uni.
versal liberty,
Totnes, July 30, 1849.

T D

PROROGATION

PARLIAMENT.
(YESTERDAY.)

HOUSE OF LORDS.
Parliament was prorogued yesterday by Royal Com-
mission to Tuesday, the 9th of October.
The House of Lords met at a quarter past Two o'clock.
The Earl of SHAFTESBURY took his seat on the
Woolsack.

SCOTCII MARRIAGES.
Lord CAMPBELL presented petitions from the
General Assembly of the Church of Scotland and the
University of Edinburgh, against any alteration of the
Law of Marriage Bill. The Noble Lord, in presenting
the petition, expressed his cordial concurrence in the
prayer of the petition, and hoped that the Bill that
had been introduced by the Right Hon. Gentleman
the Member for Bute in the present session would
be no more heard of. If the Bill was introduced again
he would give it his most determined opposition, and
sooner than agree to it he would, if his opposition in-
volved the loss of the office he then held, rather resign
that office than abandon his opposition to such a measure.

ROYAL ASSENT.
At ten minutes before three o'clock the Marquis of
Lansdowne, the Marquis of Clanricarde, the Earl of
Minto, Earl St. Germans, and Lord Campbell, took their
seats below the Throne, robed as Lords Commissioners,
for the purpose of giving the Royal assent to several
public and private Bills, and also for proroguing Parlia-
ment. On the Lords Commissioners taking their seats,
The LORD PRESIDENT commanded the Usher of
the Black Rod to summon the Commons to the bar to
hear the Commission for giving the Royal assent and
for the prorogation of Parliament read.
In a few minutes the Speaker, accompanied by Lord
John Russell, Lord Palmerston, and a great number of
Members of the House of Commons, appeared at the bar,
and, after the reading of the Commission, the Royal
assent was given in the usual form to the following 67
private and public Bills:
Consolidated Fund (Appropriation).
Cruelty to Animals Prevention.
Boroughs Relief.
New Forest and Waltham Forest.
Inclosures Act (Extension of Powers).
Municipal Corporations (Ireland).
Collection of Rates (Dublin).
Dublin Improvement.
Pilotage.
New Zealand Land Conveyance.
Admiralty Jurisdiction in the Colonies.
Leasehold Tenure of Lands (Ireland).
General Board of Health.
Metropolitan Sewers.
Slave Trade (Persian Gulf).
Treasury Instruments.
Customs.
Stamp, &c., Allowances.
Workhouse Loans (Ireland).
Turnpike Acts Continuance.
Small Debts Act Amendment.
Poor Relief (Ireland).
Joint Stock Companies Act (1848) Amendment.
Royal Pavilion (Brighton).
Chapels of Ease (Ireland).
Judgments (Ireland).
Petty Bag Office, &c., Amendment.
Bankruptcy (Ireland).
Poor-law Union Charges Act Amendment.
Bankrupt Law Consolidation.
Drainage of Lands.
Nuisances Removal and Diseases Prevention.
Defects in Leases Suspension.
Commercial Road (comprising the Cannon-street-
Road, the Commercial Road, the Horseferry Branch
of Road, the East India Deck-road, and the Barking-
road).
Edinburgh and Northern Railway (Formation of Slip
Quay, and other Works at Granton ; Extension of
Stations at Edinburgh; Regulation of Perth Stations;
and amendments of Acts).
Lancashire and Preston Junction Railway Acts Amend-
ment (Power to alter Tolls, and for the appointment of
Officers).
Glasgow, Kilmarnock, and Ardrossan Railway, and
Ardrossan Harbour Acts Amendment.
Airdrie Police and Municipal.
Binbrooke St. Gabriel, and Binbroke St. Mary In-
closure.
Caledonian Railway (Lease and Purchase of the Glas-
gow, Barrhead, and Neilston Direct Railway).
Eastern Union, and Eastern Counties Railway Company
(Amendment of Acts, and Power to Lease, Sell, or
Amalgamate to or with the Eastern Counties Railway
Company).
General Land Drainage and Improvement Company
(Incorporation and Conferring of Powers).
Great Indian and Peninsula Railway.
Great Northern Railway (Amendment of Acts, Devia-
tion and Enlargement at and near Boston, Bentley,
Lincoln, and King's-cross).
Hospital for Consumption.
Manchester, Sheffield, and Lincolnsbire Railway (Con-
solidation and Amendment of Acts).
Shrewsbury and Birmingham Railway Act Amendment
(Branches and Deviation).
Stirling and Dunfermline Railway (Deviation of Branch
to Alloa Harbour, &c.)
East India Railway Company (for Making and Maintain-
ing one or more Railways in the East Indies) Incor-
poration.
Bowling Iron Company.
Louth Markets and Improvements.
London Corporation.
Norfolk Estuary (Amendment of Acta).
Trenchard's Estate.
Creswell's (or Bateman's) Estate.
Wilson's (St. Thomas's Church, Woolwich) Estate.
Grenville's Estate.
Osborne's Estate.
Sir R. Pigot's Estate.
Tempest's Estate.
Clive's Estate.
Hon. C. C. Cavendish's (Burlington House) Estate.
Cavendish Estate.
Tufton's Naturalization.
Cripps' Divorce.
Faussett's Divorce.
Hill's Divorce.

HER MAJESTY'S SPEECH.
The LORD PRESIDENT then read her Majesty's
most gracious Speech, as follows:—
MY LORDS AND GENTLEMEN,

We have it in command from her Majesty to
inform you that the state of public business enables
her to dispence with your attendance in Parliament,
and to close the present Session.

Her Majesty has directed us to express her
satisfaction with the zeal and assiduity with which
you have discharged the laborious and anxious
duties in the performance of which you have been
occupied.

Her Majesty has given her assent to the im-
portant measure you have passed to amend the
Navigation Laws, in full confidence that the enter-
prise, skill, and hardihood of her people will assure
to them a full share of the commerce of the world,
and maintain upon the seas the ancient renown of
this nation.

Her Majesty has commanded us to acquaint you
that the friendly character of her relations with
Foreign Powers affords her a just confidence in the
continuance of peace.
The preliminaries of peace between Prussia
and Denmark have been signed under the medi-
ation of her Majesty, and her Majesty trusts that
this convention may prove the forerunner of a
definitive and pernlanent treaty.
Her Majesty's efforts will continue to be di-
rected to promote the restoration of peace in those
parts of Europe in which it has been interrupted.
GENTLEMEN OF THE HOUSE OF COMMONS,
We are commanded by her Majesty to return
you her thanks for the provision which you have
made for the public service.
The public expenditure has undergone con-
siderable reductions within the present year, and
her Majesty will continue to apply a watchful
economy in every branch of the public service.
MY LORDS AND GENTLEMEN,
We are commanded by her Majesty to congra-
tulate you on the happy termination of the war in the
Punjaub. The exertions made by the Government
of India and the valour displayed by the army in the
field, demand her Majesty's warmest acknowledgments.
Her Majesty has observed with gratification
the spirit of obedience to the laws which has
been manifested by her subjects during the period
which has elapsed since her Majesty last addressed
her Parliament.
It is the characteristic of our Constitution that
it renders the maintenance of order compatible with
the fullest enjoyment of political and civil liberty.
The satisfaction with which her Majesty has
viewed the peaceful progress of her people in arts
and industry, has been greatly alloyed by the con-
tinuance of severe distress in one part of the Unite

Kingdom.
Her Majesty has observed with pleasure your
liberal exertions to mitigate the pressure of this
z,alamity, and her Majesty commands us to
t hank you for your unremitting attention to
Measures calculated to improve the general
condition of Ireland. It is her Majesty's
fervent hope that it may please the Almighty Disposer

of events to favour the operation of those laws which
have been sanctioned by Parliament, and to grant to

her Irish people, as the reward of that patience and
resignation with which they have borne their pro-
tracted sufferings, the blessings of an abundant harvest
and of internal peace.

At the conclusion of the reading of the Speech,
The CLERK at the table read the Commission for pro-
roguing Parliament, after which
The LORD PRESIDENT, in her Majesty's name,
and by her command, declared the Parliament prorogued
to Tuesday, the 9.h of October next.
The interior of the House was partly filled with well-
dressed ladies.