The Sun.
London, England, 1825-12-13 00:00:00

ARRIVALS IN TOWN.

The Marquis and Marchioness of CholmOndeley, from Ches-
ter ; General Armstrong, from a tour ; Cidonel Cooke of .the
Guards, from a tour ; Lady Elizaheth.Tuftnn, from a tour ;
Mrs. Morris and family, from Hastings. - At the Clarendon
Hotel, Bond-street—The Marquis of Clatiricarde, from Sui-
sex ; the Hon. Mr. Frere, from ditto. At Read's Hotel,
Lower Grosvenor-street—Wm. Hinde, Esq. and Miss Bulke-
ley, from Ellel Hall, Lincolnshire. At the Puiteney Hotel,
Albemarle-street—Sir Wm..and Lady Ittunbold _and. family,
from Paris. At the Waterloo Hotel, .lermyn-street—tivedale
Prince, Esq. from Oxford. At Warne's Hotel—the Dowager
Lady Shea and the' Misses Shea, from Lockleys, Hereford-
shire; Sir George and Lady Shee,-from Iludiford, Hants.

HATLING ISLAND,. HANTS.—This delightful little Island
has lately attracted the attention of the public, and no doubt will
soon becomea place of much public resort for sea-bathing. Ths
salubrity of the air, the beauty of the scenery, are alone recom-
menda,ions of a powerful nature, but its wide spreading sands
make it one of the most desirable spots for bathing, and
for enjoying tl:e refreshing breezes of the sea. The island is
situated off the coast of J-lampshire, near to Portsmouth, and
close to the town of
.flavant. It is connected with that town
by a fair and commodious bridge,' which Makes it accessible
at all times and in all weathers. Several convenient houses
have been already built, and more are now in a course of eree-
tian,
so that by the spring' every accommodation that can
be required will be at hand. The prosprctommanded by these
. buildings is of a varied nature., The Isli4oe- \Tight forming
a mo►t striking. object, whilst.iine noble and magnificent liar-
bour of Portsmouth, that store house of the naval grandeur of
England,spreatis all its capabitftks and ail itaglory beforetheeye.
Cumberland Fort and Spithead are conspicuous. A noble hotel
' and library will soon be added to the other conveniences of this
eligible spot, which thus Seems destined speedily to rise from
obscurity, and shine oneof the most fashionable Watering places
on the coast.

MASTER G. ASPULL'S FIRST CONCERT AT NEWCASTLE

V PON-TYNE.

We never recollect seeing such an overflow of company as
attended the first Concert of this truly surprizing Musical
Phenomenon, in the lesser Assembly Room here on the evening
Of Thursday the Bth instant. Numbers went away from the
utter impossibility of gaining admission. The performance
took place under the especial patronage of Sir Matthew and
Lady Ridley, and the Mayor of Newcastle (George Forster,
Esq.) A Concerto by Czerny was first played by Master
Aspull, in which are some of the most extraordinary passages
that can be conceived or written for the Piano. These were
executed with the utmost ease and self-possession, and with a
fire and brilliancy of finger that astonished and delighted the
auditory. The loudest, and long continued applause followed.
The grand variations in " The Fall of Paris" were given with
increased energy and vigour. Seldom if ever have we witnessed
such a grand combined effect of precision, tone, and brilliancy.
He concluded with an ex tempore fantasia, which seemed to be
a comble to the astonishment and delight of the audience. Upon
a well known local air being given to him, he produced, with
the greatest facility, variations in every style—of great beauty
and effect. We agree with a celebrated London Editor in con-
sidering him altogether without a rival—whether regard is had
to the fertility of his imagination in the invention of ever-
changing ideas—or the ease and accuracy with which he treats
the subject given to him. In addition to his stupendous powers
on the pianoforte, Master Aspull sings with great judgment,
sweetness, and expression.. A great deal more might be said,
before even the outline of his extraordinary talents were de-
scribed. We never recollect an occasion where the expressive
lines of the Poet could be more appositely quoted :
" He play'd so sweetly, and so sweetly sung, .
1 That on each Note th' enraptur'd audience hung."

Mr. Secretary Canning and Mrs. Canning, arrived in town
yesterday, from Mr. Huskisson's seat, in Sussex.
The Duke of Wellington arrived at the Royal Hotel, in Bir-
mingham, on Wednesday evening, and proceeded on to Ted-
desley Park, the seat of E. J. Lyttleton, Esq. M.P.
The Duke of Wellington, it is said, has been appointed by
the Court of Chancery one of the guardians of the children of
his unfortunate niece, the late Mrs. Long Wellesley.
Henry Hall, Esq.' the Mayor of Leeds, is elected President
of the Leeds Pitt Club for their next anniversary.
Mr. Tierney is returned to town with his health perfectly re-
novated. He was in the City yesterday, and it was remarked
by his friends, that they never saw the Right Honourable Gen,
tleman look better.
Mr. Bayne yesterday afternoon drove his four-in-hand along
Parliament-street, and over Westminster-bridge, towards the
King's Bench. There was a gentleman on the box with him,
and one on the roof ; and two grooms appeared in the dickey.
The inside was empty. Mr. H. looked well, and appeared to
be in good spirits. He drove slowly and cautiously.

Mr. Lrsrrorr.The following certificate from
Sir MATTHEW TIERNEY will explain the cause why this
favourite Actor has not commenced his engagement; stibse-
quent accounts,- we are happy to hear, give promise of his first
appearance early next week Sir Matthew Tierney has
been consulted by Mr. Liston, whose state of health renders it
imprudent for him to return to his professional duties at pre-
sent. .Sir Matthew is, however, of opinion, that a week or ten
days will enable Mr. Liston. to resume his avocations at the
Theatre. In the mean time, it is of great importance that Mr.
Liston be kept tranquil and .quiet both in mind and body.—
Brighton, Dec. 10, 1825."
Mr. OWEN, of Lanark, is delivering Lectures
at New York, on his schemes of equality and community of
property.
NOVEL EQUIPAGE.—An eccentric farmer, in
the neighbourhood of St. Alban's, on the last market day, en-
tered the town in a car, drawn by four hogs, at a brisk trot, and
drove to the Woolpack yard. A gentleman offered 501. for the
concern as it stood, which was refused.